Marisol
I was born in a poor, improvised country in Nicaragua. The eight years I was there were full of some great things but mostly a [...]
Krystal
Growing up, my childhood was anything but a fairy tale. I was a victim of child sex trafficking and satanic ritual abuse. I learned that [...]
Olivia
For as long as I can remember, I have lived in a multitude of worlds. Yet, in every space, I was always the one that [...]
Sarah
My whole world was pulled out from under me when I was placed into foster care. The family treated me well, but I kept wondering [...]
Kaylie
I grew up in a God-honoring and loving family. I attended private schools for most of my life. While I was attending Bible College, I [...]
Brooke
My parents divorced when I was young, so I lived with my mom growing up. I would hang out with friends who weren't the best [...]
Ways to Support Someone Thinking About Suicide
Do you have someone in your life who is struggling to continue going, who is ready for the pain to end, who sees no way out, or who has openly contemplated [...]
Giving Yourself Permission to Handle the Suicide of a Loved One in a Healthy Way
September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. Our heart goes out to those who have lost a loved one from suicide. In today's blog, professional [...]
Sam
"I know that God has used what I thought would kill me, to give me a brand new life in Him. I believe now, without any doubt, that my life is meaningful."
Kendra
"God has given me so much joy while I have been at Mercy and has constantly shown me who I really am."
Brooke
"Growing up I experienced a lot of abuse and neglect at home, at church, and at school."
Auna
"Being at Mercy taught me that I could break every generational pattern and break free from oppression the enemy has put on me."