To the Embrace Grace Family,
It is hard to put into words just how much Embrace Grace has impacted my life. When I found out I was pregnant, I was in rehab. While that wasn’t where I expected my journey into motherhood to begin, it became the place where I started rebuilding my life.
When I completed rehab, I knew I needed support and community, but I didn’t know where to turn. After returning to my hometown, I reached out to the East Texas Pregnancy Center for assistance. One of the wonderful women there told me about Embrace Grace. I didn’t hesitate to call.
From my very first conversation with Trish, I felt something special. There was a peace and excitement in my heart that told me I needed to see what this group was all about. From the moment I attended my first meeting, I couldn’t get enough. The Bible studies spoke to my heart, and the women welcomed me with kindness, love, and absolutely no judgment.
For the first time in a long time, I felt safe enough to share my story. Instead of feeling ashamed of where I had been, I felt encouraged by women who reminded me that God still had a beautiful plan for my life.
As I faced the reality of raising my baby on my own, I often wondered how I was going to do it. Embrace Grace gave me more than practical support. It gave me hope, confidence, and faith. I found women who prayed for me, encouraged me, and walked beside me during one of the most challenging seasons of my life.
Because of Embrace Grace, I am now part of a loving church family, and my relationship with God continues to grow every day. My faith has become stronger, and I have discovered a joy and purpose that I never thought was possible.
I will always be grateful for Trish, Jessica, Aerial, Valerie, Haley, and every woman who made me feel loved and accepted. Thank you for seeing me beyond my circumstances and reminding me of who God says I am. Your kindness has changed not only my life, but also the lives of my children. The love you poured into me has given me the confidence to move forward with hope, faith, and the belief that God has wonderful things ahead.
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for being the hands and feet of Jesus when I needed them most.
Kayla B. Burns
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