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Real-life examples of hope growing out of hopelessness will be explored at Lifetree Café at noon Monday, Oct. 17.

The program, titled “Redeemed: A Real-Life Cinderella Story,” features interviews with destitute Filipino children whose lives changed dramatically after the children were accepted into a ballet school.

“These are not only human beings who want bread, clothes, and a roof over their head,” said Father Rocky Evangelista, a priest who was instrumental in connecting the children with ballet. “These are children who want to change the world.”

During the program, participants will have the opportunity to share stories about times they’ve seen difficult situations redeemed.

Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is located at Kokanee Coffee, 509 N. Fifth, Sandpoint.

Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Angela Reese at 208-597-7831.