Volunteer Spotlight: Lance Rogers
Welcome back to the Harvester Christian Church Outreach blog! In today’s Volunteer Spotlight, we are highlighting Lance Rogers who serves The Sparrow’s Nest.
The Sparrow’s Nest is a Christ-centered ministry that comes alongside young families to educate, equip, and empower both parents and children. Through its Children’s Center, The Sparrow’s Nest provides no- to low-cost, high-quality childcare in a safe and nurturing environment along with intentional family support. Children receive early intervention, developmental assessments, and age-appropriate therapeutic activities that support healthy development. The ministry also offers a Parent Participation program where parents engage in weekly programming that may include case management, parenting education, and connection to additional community resources based on family needs. 
Overall, The Sparrow’s Nest seeks to create a safe and supportive environment where children and parents can grow and develop into the individuals God created them to be, while walking alongside families facing economic challenges with practical help and Christ-centered encouragement.
We had the opportunity to hear from Lance Rogers, President of The Sparrow’s Nest, and learn more about why this ministry holds such deep significance for him and his family.
Lance shared that he and his wife, Lisa, first felt called to serve after hearing Carissa Figgins speak at HCC about the ministry’s mission to support young mothers and families.
Lance shared that his connection to The Sparrow’s Nest is rooted in his convictions about faith, family, and the sanctity of life, formed through personal family loss and shaped by the example of his mother, who was widowed at a young age and raised two boys on her own. These experiences continue to inform his compassion and deepen his desire to support mothers and children in meaningful ways.
Serving has also impacted his relationship with Jesus. Lance shared that for many years, personal burdens were something he carried quietly, but through Christ, he has found the courage to hold onto hope and share it with others. Serving has reminded him that faith is meant to be lived out in community.
When asked what encouragement he would give to someone considering serving, Lance pointed to simple obedience, following the nudge of the Holy Spirit, stepping out in faith, and being present for those in need. He reminded us that God has already given each of us unique gifts and is faithful to use them when we make ourselves available to Him.
Through committed leadership and compassionate care, The Sparrow’s Nest continues to walk alongside young families, offering both practical help and tangible hope.
To learn more, visit: https://thesparrowsneststl.org
To get involved: https://thesparrowsneststl.org/take-action/
Two of our Good Neighbor Serve Week projects will support The Sparrow’s Nest. More information will be coming.
Please pray for The Sparrow’s Nest and the families they serve, and consider how God might be calling you to use your gifts to unleash the hope of Jesus in your community.
Blog written by Local Outreach Communications Volunteer: Christina Bollinger
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