by Megan Mattson | Nov 22, 2023 | Stories
Marina’s Story In the beginning of May, my journey started with a first-degree sales charge. I spent six months in jail, feeling lost and cut off from my family. I had never really believed in the Lord, but one day, while laying on my bunk, I realized I needed...
by Megan Mattson | Nov 22, 2023 | Stories
John’s Story I grew up in a family with an absent father who was often working, and he was abusive both physically and mentally due to alcoholism. This pattern extended through generations. At one point, I had two sons, and I reached a breaking point where I...
by Megan Mattson | Nov 22, 2023 | Stories
Jessica’s Story When I was younger, my dad was a very angry and hot-tempered man. He didn’t channel his anger appropriately and often took it out on my family. This upbringing left me feeling fearful and anxious. School was a struggle, and I didn’t receive the...
by Megan Mattson | Nov 22, 2023 | Stories
Chris’ Story My addiction wasn’t where my problems began. I had a good family and home, but I made bad choices as a young person. I was drawn to different things, not the usual stuff that interested people. I continued making bad choices throughout my youth,...
by Megan Mattson | Nov 22, 2023 | Stories
Trina’s Story I grew up feeling unworthy, devalued, unloved, and experienced mental, physical, emotional, and sexual abuse while in foster care. My life was defined by fear and rejection from a young age. These painful memories haunted me for years. I struggled...
by Megan Mattson | Nov 22, 2023 | Stories
Greg’s Story I was born in South Minneapolis into a broken home. Due to financial struggles, my mom sent my brother and me to the reservation where we’re from. However, I felt like I didn’t belong there and was relieved when my mom brought me back. But then she...
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