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Hold Onto Hope: Stories of Black Women's Fertility, Faith, and Fight to Become Mothers

by Stacey Edwards-Dunn. Shiloh's World Publishing, July 2017.

Description

This book is full of stories of women dealing with infertility, especially women of color. The reader will find joy, sorrow and immense hope along with practical faith-based tools to help either themselves or someone else.

Features

personal stories with a focus on the Black woman's unique journey through infertility, practical faith-based support tools, engenders hope

Recommended Audience

women and couples going though infertility, especially people of color; clergy and leaders of all faiths

Cost

Purchase as a book or e-book

Practical Applications

  • Clergy and faith leaders will gain insight, understanding, compassion, empathy and practical tools for helping families dealing with infertility.
  • Women who are dealing with infertility can connect with others on the same journey via personal stories shared in the book.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Shellie Riggs Jordan

Shellie Riggs Jordan is the director of the southeast office in Seymour. She is an American Baptist pastor who served 14 years at First Baptist Church in Seymour as the minister of youth. Prior to her time at FBC, Shellie was the director of youth and children’s ministries at First Presbyterian Church in Seymour. To her work with the Center, Shellie brings more than 24 years of experience working with youth and young adults, as well as a strong background in ecumenical ministry.  

Shellie holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Ball State University and a Master of Divinity from Bethel Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. She loves to travel and explore new cultures. She also loves spending time with her husband, Brent, and their kids, Gabe and Casey. Shellie lives in Seymour.

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