I’m not sure where to start, but God is so so good. I was so nervous about TCU that I doubted almost every decision I made in coming here, but ever since I chose to come to TCU I had a feeling in my heart that this was going to be the place to change me. Who knew stepping just outside my door would change my entire life. I had prayed for connections and I remember asking the Lord, “lead me to a community that will being me closer to you” and just a couple days later, I met some of the most God loving people and I just knew I was right where I needed to be. I grew up struggling with anxiety and depression but kept all of my hurt bottled up. I felt so lost in a world where everyone else seemed to be moving a long just fine. I chased after what the world had to offer me and lost who I was completely. I had lost all hope for bringing back the Ileana I had once known and loved, and that is when I attempted to take my own life. If you would have told me throughout highschool that this is where I would be, I would have looked at you like you were crazy! The Lord has opened my eyes and my heart to things that I never knew was possible. Elle and Angelica have been the most incredible people I have had walk beside me and my journey to faith. They never judged me for my past and they constantly reminded me that God loves me. Even when I felt unworthy of having friends, my family at Encounter continued to prove every doubt I had wrong. Y’all inspire me and I love you all dearly! ALSO MY GIRL ABBY was also baptized!!! she encourages me everyday to live just a little more like Jesus. being able to watch her grow this year has been so incredible and i’m extremely PROUD of you. I cannot wait to see what He has in store for you!🙌🤍 The Lord has amazing plans for you. No matter your past, no matter how broken you are, it will never stop Jesus from loving you. Surrender yourself when things are tough. Talk to him even when there’s no words. Look for the light even when you think it’s nothing but darkness. He calls you by name. He is with you, He hears you, and He weeps with you. You are never alone!!!🤍