Our Story
"At an early age for both of us, abandonment, violence, and trauma converged.
In pre-adolescence came sexual violation; and predatory experiences that threatened us, creating lies and false intimacy - a state of constant anxiety.
Though we tried to live an outwardly Christian life, we struggled internally with loneliness, shame, fear, and self-doubt - hope was elusive."
In 2005 Jeanette discovered trauma therapy that integrated spiritual and psychological care at Rachel's Vineyard©, a retreat for healing from abortion.
About Jeanette and Marty
In 2005 Jeanette discovered trauma therapy that integrated spiritual and psychological care at Rachel's Vineyard©, a retreat for healing from abortion.
In 2007, she attended a Grief to Grace© Retreat which uncovered and healed some of her emotional wounds which led to spiritual and psychological injury. Due to the changes occurring in her, Marty attended the retreat in 2008.
With many of their secrets dismantled, they began to see that their wounds could be transformed, and they could become a great source of strength to each other and the community. In 2012 they became certified life coaches and Marty was able to pursue his desire to become a deacon, ordained in 2015. "We continue to thrive as 'works in progress' who want to share with others the hope and healing of Christ's mercy and love."