Stories of Hope, Encouragement and Community

You are not alone, and no first responder family should ever have to face this life alone. That is our mission and we are passionate about creating a place of community that proclaims “Christ Alone” for those who stand beside and behind their First Responder. Read below for stories from our community. It is our hope and prayer that within these journeys, you can find trials, triumphs or encouragement from those who have walked or are currently walking in similar circumstances as you.

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Jason and Amber
Jason and Amber

My firefighter husband and I were having serious marital problems and an emotional affair even occurred. He moved out for a while and we were lost on what to do.

Today, we are completely in love again (it feels like when we first met again even!) and are living together again and raising our family. The Shelter Foundation also had a hand in getting us into church. The Shelter Foundation ultimately saved our family

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Holly
Holly

We were at rock bottom and I had no idea how we were going to get out of it. I took a leap of faith and emailed The Shelter Foundation begging for help for my marriage…

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Anonymous
Anonymous

I have had a season of life which I wouldn’t want to repeat again, but God has a reason for this season. Thankfully each week I have had women who will pray through good times and bad times.

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Brooke M
Brooke M

I figured as soon as we said “I Do” that everything would just sort of fall into place on their own. Turns out God made us unique and we still had a lot to learn about each other after the big day…

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Share Your Story

If you think your story or testimony can help another first responder wife, widow or family you can submit to us below. We’d love to hear it!

We’d love to hear about your trials, struggles or situation and how you’ve seen God work in the midst of it or bring you through it. If The Shelter Foundation has had any impact along the way, we’d of course love to hear that too. Your story is your own but also can be powerful in bringing hope and healing to someone else who is walking through a similar path.