A Russell County family's home was destroyed in a fire on Christmas Day, but Father Jim Sichko decided to try and lift their spirits with some special gifts.

 

The Christmas morning fire claimed everything in the Sturgill family home. On Thursday, Father Jim gave the family a little bit of hope. He gave them gift cards to several restaurants, a $100 gift card to Home Depot, and a $500 gift card to JC Penney. He also got them a new washer and dryer from Lowe's, as well as a complete $3,000 heating and air system to put in their new home.

 

The family believes an arsonist is responsible for the fire. They say their safe was found pried open in the front yard.

KSP continues to investigate the case.