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Meet the Henkelman Family
Josh & Olivia entered the Habitat homeownership program in July 2025. Soon they will begin working to build their home in Rock Springs.
We Invited Them To Tell Their Story.
How have you persevered to reach this point?
Since 2017, we have moved 8 times. We made the decision that enough was enough and that it was not healthy for us or our children to have that instability. For the past three years, we have worked so hard to financially discipline ourselves, create an effective budget, seek counsel and teach ourselves valuable home ownership skills in preparation of owning our own home. We finally made it!
What does home mean to you?
Owning our own home, to us, means safety and stability for us and our children. It's having a place to make memories and escape the chaos of the world. It's a place of peace, joy and laughter as well as a safe haven for times of trial and tribulation. It's a place for celebration and a place for sorrows. It's home!
What are some things you consider important to your family?
Going to church and serving the Kingdom of God in whatever capacity He calls us to is the most important to us.
Spending quality time together as a family and extracurricular activities are important as well. All of the children are in sports; football, baseball, softball, basketball, cheer, dance and volleyball.
We are all collectively the most excited about "having a fresh start by ourselves!" All of the children are excited about decorating their own rooms!!