Daniel and Julee serve in southeastern Kentucky, a rural area with only a few small towns and counties within their scope. This has given them great opportunities to reach out to those around them, getting to know others well.
The economic background of southeastern Kentucky is one of the poorest in America. This means many people feel stuck, with little hope of making it far in life. There is a high use of drugs, and many children do not live with their biological parents.
Despite all this, the area is still highly religious and most are church-friendly, and friendly to strangers. This friendliness and openness create a great opportunity to form a connection with the local community. Even with this bright note, there is still much brokenness and people desperately need to see the love of God in action.