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| | | | | | | | | | | We are an organization of women volunteers passionate about reaching out to the broken women affected by domestic violence, sexual abuse or any other type of brokenness in need of mental and emotional healing. | | | | | | | | | |
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| | Sometimes beginning again doesn’t look like strength—it looks like taking a deep breath when your heart feels heavy, or choosing to try one more time. It can feel like retracing steps, standing at the edge of something familiar yet uncertain. But like the sunrise that quietly returns each morning, new beginnings don’t ask for perfection—they simply invite us to rise again. If you’re starting over today, take heart—this is often where healing begins. Every new beginning, no matter how small, carries the courage to move you forward. | | |
| Carmen Alonso, Founder and Executive Director |
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| | "Again?"–What If Starting Over Isn’t Failure...
Some mornings feel like a reset you didn’t ask for.
You thought you were doing better… and then a memory hits, a feeling resurfaces, or the weight returns. It can feel like you’re back at the beginning. But you’re not.
Healing is not a straight road—it’s more like learning to walk again after an injury. Some days you move forward. Some days you lean harder on support. And some days, you simply choose not to give up. That choice matters more than you think.
Beginning again is not failure.
It is courage in motion.
Think of a sunrise. It doesn’t rush or apologize for yesterday’s darkness—it simply rises again, steady and sure. In the same way, every time you choose to try again, you are stepping into strength, even if it feels small.
God is not discouraged by your “again.”
He meets you in it. Again in prayer.
Again in trusting.
Again in showing up.
If today feels heavy, don’t focus on fixing everything. Just begin—right where you are.
A quiet prayer, even if it’s just: “God, help me.”
A message asking someone you trust for support.
Getting out of bed and taking one small step forward.
These are not small things.
They are seeds of restoration.
You don’t have to have it all together to begin again.
You just have to be willing.
And every “again” is proof that something in you is still fighting, still hoping, still healing.
So today, if you need to start over… Begin again. | | |
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Healing Together: Finding Strength in Community One Calendar, Many Ways to Connect Gathering in person brings a special kind of strength—sharing a meal, exchanging stories, and finding comfort in each other’s presence. These moments create spaces where women can learn, support one another, and form genuine connections that last well beyond the meeting. Alongside our in-person gatherings, our weekly online prayer group offers a quiet, welcoming space to grow in faith, share encouragement, and stay connected—right from home, no matter what season of life you’re in. | | |
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| | | | | | Moving Together in Hope: Finding Healing in Community
There’s something powerful that happens when women come together—hearts open, stories shared, and hope gently restored.
Across every Mending the Scarred chapter, women gather each month to pause, reflect, and grow in a space where they are seen and supported. While each location carries its own unique rhythm and personality, the heart behind every gathering remains the same—a safe place for healing, faith, and authentic connection.
Whether you’re joining us in Orlando, Jacksonville, or in our Spanish-speaking community, you’ll encounter the same monthly focus, thoughtfully experienced in a way that resonates with each group.
Each chapter shares its own flyer with simple details, making it easy to find a gathering near you and take that next step.
Different communities. Unique expressions. One journey of healing, together.
We would truly love to welcome you. | | | | | |
| This Month’s Topic: Anger is Speaking—Are You... Listening?
What if anger isn’t something to fear—but something to understand?
Beneath that rising intensity often lies something real trying to surface: a boundary that’s been overlooked, a hurt that hasn’t been named, a truth waiting for courage. This month, we’ll gently challenge the idea that anger must be pushed aside and instead learn how to recognize what it’s revealing.
When guided by truth and grounded in love, anger can lead us toward clarity, deeper conviction, and a strength that brings healing rather than harm.
It may even become the very place where restoration begins. | | |
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| ¿Hablas español? | Speak Spanish? Tema de este mes: La ira está hablando—¿Estás... escuchando?
¿Qué pasaría si la ira no fuera algo que temer, sino algo que comprender?
Debajo de esa intensidad que surge, a menudo hay algo real que intenta salir a la luz: un límite que ha sido ignorado, una herida que no ha sido nombrada, una verdad que espera valentía. Este mes, exploraremos con cuidado la idea de que la ira no tiene que ser reprimida, sino entendida. Aprenderemos a reconocer lo que nos está revelando.
Cuando está guiada por la verdad y fundamentada en el amor, la ira puede conducirnos a claridad, a una convicción más profunda y a una fortaleza que produce sanidad en lugar de daño. Incluso puede convertirse en el lugar donde comienza la restauración. | | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | Stay Close to What Matters: Your Place to Connect & Belong
Our Save the Date! page provides a central place to view what’s currently scheduled at Mending the Scarred.
It includes upcoming monthly gatherings, weekly prayer calls, special events, and the theme guiding this season. The page also outlines how to stay connected through our WhatsApp groups, along with details about our regular rhythms and ongoing opportunities for participation.
Reviewing this page can help you stay informed about what’s ahead and find ways to remain connected in a manner that fits your schedule and season. | | | | | | | | | |
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Together, We Can Break the Cycle of Trauma | At Mending The Scarred, we believe every woman deserves the chance to heal, rebuild, and thrive after trauma. Many women survivors of domestic violence and other hardships face overwhelming challenges—homelessness, financial instability, and emotional wounds that feel impossible to heal alone. That’s where we step in. | We provide real, life-changing support to women in need, offering counseling, job assistance, emergency aid, food, clothing, medical care, and access to education. But we don’t stop there—we’re working toward a secure, transitional housing program in Central Florida, giving survivors a stable place to stay while they rebuild their lives. This mission isn’t just about meeting basic needs—it’s about empowerment. We want women to move beyond survival, to become confident, self-sufficient, and ready to build a bright future. But we can’t do this alone. Your support—whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading the word—can change lives. Together, we can provide a fresh start for women who need it most. Will you join us?
Our Vision | Our Team | Volunteering/Partnerships |
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Exciting Ways to Make a Difference Be the Change: Join Our Mission to Empower Women Mending the Scarred thrives because of dedicated volunteers like you—individuals with a passion for transforming the lives of women impacted by domestic violence, sexual abuse, and emotional trauma. Together, we can create a brighter future. |
| | | | | | | Here's how you can make a difference:
☀ Community Outreach: Share hope by helping us connect with local schools, churches, and community events, introducing women to the life-changing support of MTS.
☀ Prayer & Intercession Team: Lend your heart and faith by praying for the women we serve and supporting our leadership team through intercession and special events. | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Your time, energy, and compassion can change lives. Take the first step today! Click the link below to explore volunteer opportunities and email us at info@mendingthescarred.org to get started.
Let’s make an impact together! |
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Sponsor a Survivor Imagine the profound impact you can have on a woman who has endured the unthinkable—abuse, trauma, and heartache. Your sponsorship isn't just a donation—it's an investment in the restoration of a life. It’s a chance to show a woman who has suffered that she is seen, valued, and worthy of the care and healing she so desperately needs. Every session provides a safe space for her to process her pain, rebuild her self-worth, and reclaim the strength that trauma tried to take from her. | | |
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Spread the Healing: Invite Others to Join Our Journey Every journey toward healing becomes more powerful when shared. If our newsletter has inspired, uplifted, or encouraged you, we invite you to share it with others who might benefit as well! Encourage your friends, family, or colleagues to subscribe. Together, we can extend the reach of hope, understanding, and connection to even more hearts. Let’s grow this community of healing—one invitation at a time. | | |
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