Trudy Rauch

What began as a single God-prompted moment in November 2012 became something far bigger than anyone imagined. In the cold of winter, churches came together, doors opened, and lives were changed. Along the way there were doubts, obstacles, and voices saying it could not be done. Yet provision showed up every time it was needed. This is the story of how CAST was born, how a community rallied, and what can happen when faith turns into action. Read the full story here.

We Needed a Bus After that first CAST season, we quickly realized something important. We had outgrown our church bus. As with so many things in CAST, I prayed. Then I became overwhelmed. There were so many details to manage: mats, blankets, laundering, disinfecting, screening processes, and now transportation. The bus became the thing I kept saying out loud to anyone who would listen. We need a bus. One night, I prayed deeply and honestly. I wrestled through the weight of leadership, serving...

During the first season of CAST, I met Horace, a man whose smile, stories, and voice left a lasting mark. One night, he looked at me and asked, “What’s my name?” What followed was a moment that reshaped how I see dignity, memory, and the importance of truly seeing the people in front of us. This is a story about being known, being remembered, and the sacred weight of a name.