Trees of Hope

06/12/2026

Have you ever found yourself reacting more strongly than a situation seemed to warrant?

Many survivors are surprised to discover that sometimes their reaction isn't just about what's happening in the present moment. It may be connected to a wound from the past that has been triggered.

One question we often encourage survivors to ask in those moments is:

Who is showing up right now?

Is it the abandoned part of me? The rejected part of me? The wounded part of me?

Simply pausing long enough to ask that question can bring awareness to patterns we may have never noticed before.

Awareness doesn't solve everything, but it can help us understand what is happening beneath the surface and respond differently.

The next time you find yourself emotionally activated, try asking:

Who is showing up in this moment?

06/10/2026

One of the most dangerous things about a lie is that if we believe it long enough, it can start to feel normal.

Maybe it's the belief that you're not enough. That you'll never change. That this is just the way things are.

The problem is that our thoughts don't stay where they started. They grow. They build on one another.

What we believe today often becomes the foundation for what we believe tomorrow.

The good news is that truth works the same way.

When we begin replacing lies with truth, new patterns begin to form. New beliefs take root. And over time, the truth can become more familiar than the lie ever was.

What belief are you building your life on?

06/09/2026

We’re so excited to share this conversation featuring Deb, Trees of Hope’s Regional Director in Melbourne, Florida, on the podcast Mental Health Matters for Christians by Christine Sneeringer.

In this powerful episode, Deb shares her story of sexual abuse, healing, and the hope she has found along the way. She speaks candidly about the impact of trauma, the healing journey, and the importance of creating safe spaces where survivors can be seen, heard, and supported.

For many years, Deb has been a faithful advocate for survivors and a valued part of the Trees of Hope family. We are grateful for her willingness to continue using her voice to bring hope, understanding, and encouragement to others.

If you’re a survivor, love someone who is, or simply want to better understand the healing journey, we encourage you to take a listen.

Thank you, Deb Marsalisi, for your courage and for reminding others that healing is possible.

Episode 12 of Mental Health Matters for ChristiansMany survivors ...

03/17/2026

Over the last two gatherings at The Watering, we’ve been reflecting on two simple but powerful questions.
Where are we drawing from?
And who does God say we are?

In our first conversation, we looked at the Samaritan woman and the reality that many of us keep returning to wells that were never meant to satisfy us—approval, success, being needed, or simply trying to hold everything together.

Then in our most recent gathering, we turned to Psalm 139 and were reminded of something deeper: before the world had anything to say about us, God had already spoken.
We are known by Him.

We were intentionally woven together.
And our lives were already written in His hands.

We’ve shared reflections from both of these devotionals on the blog for anyone who wants to revisit them or who couldn’t join us that morning.

Blog from January's gathering - https://www.treesofhope.org/blogs/when-our-souls-are-thirsty

Blog from February's gathering -
https://www.treesofhope.org/blogs/known-woven-written-finding-your-identity-in-psalm-139

And if you’re looking for community, worship, encouragement, and time in the Word, we would love to have you join us at The Watering, held on the last Saturday of every month at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale at 9:30 AM. Register here - https://www.treesofhope.org/the-watering-rsvp

Psalm 139 reminds us that our identity was written by God before we were born. A reflection from Trees of Hope’s Watering gathering on being known, woven, and written by God.

02/21/2026

The Watering is back.

Last month was special. The room was full, the conversations were honest, and there was a sweet sense of connection among the women who gathered.

We’re meeting again on Saturday, February 28 at 9:30 AM in the Community Room at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale.

The Watering is a monthly gathering for women who desire meaningful community. It is women for women. Real conversation. Encouragement. Prayer. Connection.

This time, we will be providing food, so please register by Wednesday so we can prepare accordingly.

Bring a friend. Come as you are. We would love to see you there.

Register here (link in bio):
https://www.treesofhope.org/the-watering-rsvp