Wild Hope - Downtown - Newsletter

Hope offers us an alternative option to the adversity and division that seems to be seeping into the fabric of our culture. Mandy Arioto, President and CEO of MomCo reminds us that we can make a positive difference in our families and communities. We can go into wild, uncomfortable places and find the clarity and vitality that hope can provide.

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Sat, Aug. 14 at 10:00am - SeaWorld Play Date
Join us for our first play date of the season at Sea World! We will meet at 10am. More details to come!
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Fri, Sept. 20 at 7:00pm - MNO Bracelet Making @ Jennie's House
Thurs, Sept. 26 at 6:30pm - Meetup 2 - Be Open to Receive - Horizon West
Thurs, Oct. 10 at 6:30pm - Meetup 3 - Smart Night Sleep w/ Jennie Clarke - Downtown
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WILD HOPE - CONNECTION QUESTIONS
What was one of your childhood fears?
What is a hard thing you did that when it was done you were glad you did it?
Which challenge scares you a little and why?
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Wild Hope for Moms
Destiny Leahy // dleahy@themom.co
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
Motherhood for me has been a whirlwind journey! Alongside the sleepless nights, the self-doubt, and the countless situations that were never mentioned in any child-rearing book, came a rollercoaster of emotions that I was ill-equipped to navigate: joy, frustration, laughter and tears —often simultaneously. It’s not surprising that many of my own friends feel overwhelmed, lonely and even hopeless alongside me in navigating motherhood. Yet, during the chaos, there is a wild hope that sustains us, a hope found in Christ that can anchor our souls.
Wild hope isn't the kind that relies on our circumstances. That kind of hope is only surface-deep and will surely disappear when times get tough. Instead, wild hope is a radical trust in God's promises. It is a deep conviction that He is in control, and He is with us, even when life feels out of our control. When we face challenges in motherhood—whether it's dealing with a tantrum-prone toddler, navigating the teenage years, or letting go as our children spread their wings and leave the nest—wild hope reminds us that God is with us every step of the way. He sees our struggles, He hears our prayers, and He promises to never leave us nor forsake us (Hebrews 13:5).
Wild hope is also about trust. As moms, it is easy to worry about the future. We are rightfully concerned about our children's well-being, education and relationships, not to mention our own lives and dreams. But God reminds us in Jeremiah 29:11 that He has plans for us and for our children—plans to prosper us, not to harm us, plans to give us hope and a future. Wild hope reminds us to surrender our fears and anxieties to God. It is natural to care deeply about our children’s future, but God’s love for them far surpasses anything we can imagine. He is their ultimate protector, provider and guide. As we entrust our children to His care, we can rest in the assurance that they are in the safest hands possible.
So, dear mom, as you navigate the untamed adventure of motherhood, cling to wild hope. Trust in God's promises to journey alongside you through this thing called motherhood, and surrender your fears and anxieties to Him daily. Remember that you are not alone on this journey. God is with you every step of the way, filling your heart with hope and guiding you toward a future filled with His blessings.
What is one worry you’ve been clinging to that you can place at the feet of Jesus today?

The MomCo Winter Garden
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