Discovering Hope Beneath the Rubble with Jenn Hand {Eps 105}

Discovering Hope Beneath the Rubble with Jenn Hand {Eps 105}

Author: Melinda Patrick September 17, 2025 Duration: 34:10

Are you feeling like life has collapsed around you—wondering if joy, peace, or even a sense of normal will ever return?

You're not alone.

In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, host Melinda Patrick welcomes back Jenn Hand, author of Hope Beneath the Rubble. Together, they talk about how to move toward hope and healing when it feels like everything in your world is falling apart.

Using her powerful acrostic, RUBBLE, Jenn shares how to find steady ground and begin rebuilding your heart in the midst of trauma and loss.

💡 What you'll discover in this episode:

  • The warning signs of trauma you may not recognize right away

  • Simple, practical steps you can take today to move forward in hope

  • A word of encouragement to strengthen your heart as you look ahead

  • The reminder that you are not alone in this journey

If you've been searching for hope, this conversation is your invitation to take one small, brave step today.

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Melinda Patrick hosts The Bridge Between Us: A Guide For Christian Parents Navigating the LGBTQ Conversation, a space created for those navigating one of family life's most complex and emotional journeys. This podcast speaks directly to the moment a parent learns their child identifies as LGBTQ-a moment often met with a whirlwind of love, fear, faith questions, and a deep desire to preserve connection. Rather than offering simplistic answers, these conversations explore the nuanced tension between deeply held religious beliefs and the unconditional love for a child. Melinda brings empathy and understanding to the heartbreak and confusion, assuring parents they are not alone in their struggle. Each episode delves into practical aspects of building and maintaining that essential bridge of relationship, discussing what it means to embody both grace and truth in daily interactions. The dialogue here is for parents seeking to move beyond fear or isolation, looking for a compassionate path forward that honors their faith and their child. By focusing on real stories and thoughtful perspectives, this podcast becomes a vital resource for strengthening family bonds during a time of profound change. It’s about finding a way to walk together, even when the path feels unfamiliar.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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