More at http://umc.org/videos/ The Rays of Hope Childrenâs Grief Centre in Texas helps children who have lost a loved one, are experiencing a divorce, or coping with a parent being incarcerated. Because traumas can be hard to talk about, counselors help kids tell their stories through art and music in a supportive and loving environment. Vicki Jay is the Executive Director of Rays of Hope and a Stephenâs Minister at First United Methodist Church. âI wish every community could have a Rays of Hope, some way to serve children those have had losses and changes, some way to recognize that theyâre grieving and to do something about it.â