The American Bible Society's Armed Services Ministry is sending out "Hero Squad" boxes to children whose parents are serving in the military to bring hope and encouragement during the holidays. | American Bible Society
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are struggling with discouragement, loneliness, and isolation, especially during the holiday season.
But for military families, this is especially true. Due to soldiers' deployment, many military families will be spending the holidays apart this year. And on top of that, with COVID-19 restrictions, holiday travel to see extended family isn’t an option for many families.
“Military life is hard; people often feel very alone,” Lisa Winbolt, a chaplain’s wife and homeschooling mother-of-four, told The Christian Post. “Our friends are constantly moving, we’re constantly moving, and then not having the stability of family brings it to another level. We’re already separated from family, but with the pandemic, we’re even more separated. We don’t know when we can travel because things are constantly changing.”