Divorce is hard. It’s something you can’t truly understand unless you’ve lived it. And it becomes even harder when the fault is your own—when you were the one who made the decision. The shame can feel unbearable.
But thank God—literally—for a Savior who steps into the messes we make and turns them into something beautiful.
When I found BrewPastors, I had just shaken my own world, as well as the worlds of the people I loved most. I was in a place I never imagined I’d be: middle-aged, mid-divorce, pregnant, and starting life over again. In the middle of all that, I tried to find a church, but nothing ever felt right. For nearly two years I visited church after church. They were too big, too crowded, too far, or filled—at least in my mind—with too many judging eyes. No matter how much I wanted it, nothing felt like home. Honestly, I still struggle with this.
But in that searching, a coworker, Jen, invited me to BrewPastors. It was exactly what I needed. Talking about Jesus with women I didn’t know—over a really good beer—became the highlight of my week. That simple gathering quickly became a place of healing.
My first BrewGroup was at Codex. Megan was the leader, and she was instantly kind and welcoming. The format was simple: she asked questions, we read scripture, and we talked about life. Her openness about her own story, and the way God shaped and reshaped her experiences, created a space where I felt safe. Over time, I shared pieces of my own story. The women in that group were as gracious as I believe Jesus to be. Their listening ears, encouragement, and compassion stirred something in me—I wanted to become a BrewPastor too. I wanted to offer others the same grace and healing that Megan and those women offered me.
To me, this is how Jesus sat at tables, restoring hearts and bringing hope into the world.
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If you are searching for a safe place to be fully known and experience the grace that meets us in our mess, we invite you to pull up a chair. At BrewPastors, we are dedicated to meeting you where you are, walking with you through the season you find yourself in and offering a non-judgmental space to share your story and find healing. Connect with a BrewGroup today to find your community, because you don’t have to walk this road alone.
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