In this episode of "Our People Podcast," Sylvia Baize narrates her life's journey from Brazil to Arizona, sharing her experiences with faith, family, and adoption. As a Holdeman Mennonite, Sylvia faced significant challenges and judgment from her religious community, particularly regarding her decision to adopt children, including a son with special needs. Her story highlights the struggle against rigid community expectations and the transformative impact of finding a more supportive community in Arizona. Sylvia discusses her spiritual growth, the journey to adopt her children against community pressures, and her eventual move to a congregation that embraced and supported her family's choices. This episode offers a profound look at resilience, the power of supportive communities, and the courage to live one's truth through faith. Sylvia's book, It Was Meant to Be: https://a.co/d/4qXlQze Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://rb.gy/cj55td⁠ Subscribe on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1KwYkbtbIswUN3z6JSrqz5?si=0913b1c334724490⁠ Subscribe on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@OurPeoplePodcast⁠ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-people-holdeman-mennonite-stories/id1740613045