Coastal redwood trees are known for their longevity and height. Botanists give credit for both these characteristics to the fact that they grow together. “These trees have shallow root systems that extend over one hundred feet from the base, intertwining with the roots of other redwoods. This increases their stability during strong winds and floods” (“About Coast Redwoods,” California State Parks, accessed March 28, 2025, https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=22257#). As believers, we are more resilient together than apart.
