Shirley arrived at Grace homeless, without insurance, and experiencing acute abdominal pain. The physical pain she endured was so severe, “comparable to childbirth or kidney stones,” said Shirley, that she felt as if she was on death’s door. She was diagnosed with diverticulitis, an infection found in the intestines, and Grace provided the necessary antibiotics to treat the infection. Her health also improved as she drastically changed her diet to eliminate sugar, salt, and rice.
Her mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing were also marred by past years of domestic violence, which drew her away from God. “I was empty…I had no church,” Shirley shared. Grace helped her process the past trauma, renew her faith and connection to God, and enabled her to further transform her life.
Empowered by her healthier lifestyle and renewed faith, Shirley and her three sons are living healthier, happier lives. They even welcomed Geraldo, Shirley’s husband, to the family.
