08/09/2025
August 5, 2025
Our speaker this month was Gracie Garner. If you missed hearing this young lady speak, you really missed a blessing. Gracie shared with us her dream of helping young high school girls as they struggle through some of the toughest times in life. Gracie said that after going through a really embarrassing and tough situation while in her freshman year, she knew what it was like to have help but that there were plenty of girls who didn't have anyone to turn to. She said by the time she was a sophomore; she just started having such a burden for those girls who didn't have that "go to" person in their lives and wondered what she could do to fill that gap. Growing up with wonderful women who were always "in her corner" encouraging her and supporting her in everything she did, Gracie said she knew that she wanted to be that person for other girls going through similar or harder things, so she started "Bright Night" which is a free, back-to-school rally for any high school girl 9th - 12th grade. This event is designed to uplift, celebrate, and remind each girl just how special she is. Gracie said that these girls will be treated to a night of joy, connection, and unforgettable encouragement. She also prays that every girl who attends will leave with increased faith, new friends, and the knowledge that they are loved. What a wonderful and unique commitment to others. Jesus tells us that we are to be an encouragement to others and it looks like Gracie Garner is definitely following the course that the Lord has laid out for her. I think we should try to help out in any way we can and to pray for Gracie's mission to be successful and also praying for each and every high school girl that will hear the gospel at these rallys. Thank you, Gracie, for sharing your heart with us. What a testimony! We love and appreciate you. God bless you, your family and all your girls.