“Matthew is 18 now, and is constantly proving that his life has infinite value to everyone around him and in and of itself,” Vawter said. They’re excited about worshiping God. They’re excited about raising their children. They’re excited about living,” Santalov said. “In this day and age where there’s so much negativity in the news and in public discourse, it’s cool to go somewhere where everyone is in agreement that life is good, life is sacred, and life must be preserved.”