Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude—for a generous God who continues to pour out His faithfulness over this ranch and for each of you who helps make this work possible. Last June, a mother contacted us seeking counseling for her teenage daughter, who had a history of anxiety and depression and had become resistant to traditional counseling. Because she loves horses, however, she was willing to try equine-assisted counseling. At that time, both of our counselors were fully booked. We have one full-time counselor and one contract counselor who is available only one day a week, so we had no choice but to place her daughter on our waiting list. Recently, we contacted her mother with the good news that an opening had finally become available. During that conversation, we learned that her daughter had experienced a life-threatening mental health crisis while waiting for services and is now receiving a higher level of care. By the grace of God, this precious teenager is still here. We want to ensure that when she completes her current level of care and is ready for ongoing counseling, she has a place waiting for her at the ranch—a safe place to continue healing and experience hope in a new way. This is why we are Making Room. Children and families are reaching out who need help now. Some are waiting and praying for something that might reach them differently. Sometimes God uses a horse, a quiet pasture, a trusted relationship, and a safe place to open the door to hope. We have also witnessed God’s provision for a mother experiencing severe postpartum depression and frightening thoughts of harming herself and her baby. Her family took her pain seriously and reached out for help. She began counseling at the ranch and continues to come. Today, she is finding hope, strength, and connection—one step at a time. As North Texas Giving Day early giving begins, we invite you to join us in Making Room: Making room for those who are hurting. Making room for those who feel overlooked. Making room for families praying for a breakthrough. Making room for every person who needs to know that hope is still possible. Every gift, prayer, and shared message helps us open the gate for one more child, teenager, veteran, or family. Thank you for believing in the work God is doing at Runnin’ Free Ranch. Thank you for helping us make room for life, hope, and freedom. Click HERE for early giving to Runnin Free Ranch's North Tx Giving and Making Room Campaign With gratitude, Amy Dojahn Executive Director and Lead Counselor
Gratitude Corner – August Edition
