Jennifer knows she is not alone…

Jennifer is still reeling from the devastating end of her marriage. For years, she and her husband were caught in a spiral of drug use and partying. Then, Jennifer got clean, but her husband was still using. When she became pregnant, she was forced to leave everything behind – even her jewelry and her mom’s wedding dress – but she was determined to build a better life for her baby.

She brought her son to City Mission when he was just two weeks old so she could provide him with a loving, stable home.

“My first couple of days here were scary, but there was a lot of love and support. Just an overwhelming amount of hugs and praise.”

Jennifer quickly learned to turn to the other women and moms at the shelter for help as she discovered how to navigate life with a baby.

“If it wasn’t for the angels on staff here at City Mission, we wouldn’t be here today. Now I have a beautiful village.”

Every day, Jennifer continues to build her confidence and skills through our classes and mentorship.

“They have helped me with self-esteem and given me grace – taught me to be less judgmental.”

Her faith has grown and she was newly baptized to celebrate her renewed commitment to the Lord. “I’ve had a lot of awakenings and moments where I’m just in awe. Like God is really real.”

Today, Jennifer is a Resident Assistant, guiding other women and helping them get adjusted to life at City Mission. She is happy to share the grace and guidance she’s been given with others to support them along their journey.

Thank you for loving neighbors like Jennifer “as you’ve loved yourself.” Your kindness has reminded her that she is not alone and that a better life is possible!

“This has genuinely been one of the best things that’s ever happened to me. I’m finding myself and loving myself again.”