Our Story...

Welcome to Hope That Soars, where together, with my husband Ryan, we navigate the messiness of life by pointing people to the HOPE found in a relationship with Jesus.
Our journey is filled with heartache and the daily struggle of chronic illness, scripted by a loving Creator.
It is through Him we find LOVE, JOY, and STRENGTH to press forward.

I pray you will join us as we share life lessons gained through mishap, adventures, and everything in between. Perhaps somewhere along the way, you too will find, a HOPE that SOARS!

Oct 13

Oct 13 A Son is Given…

Erica Brooks

The Story of Us, Christmas

“It’s too early to decorate for Christmas. People just need to enjoy the holidays as they come,” the cashier commented.

I smiled politely, thinking, this lady has no idea with whom she is sharing her opinion.

No, seriously, I’m one of those.

Sep 2

Sep 2 Shadow

Erica Brooks

The Story of Us, Lifestyle Worship

Nearly every holiday, or family gathering with our youngest favorites includes a game of hide and seek.

We take turns counting loudly while the others scurry to find their hiding spot.

The challenge with modern, open concept homes is that tucking yourself away in a confined space is close to impossible.

Nevertheless, we scout “new” locations every round…

Aug 16

Aug 16 Back-to-School

Erica Brooks

The Story of Us

Fear, anticipation, pride, worry, joy, excitement and so on can be read on nearly every parent’s page on my social media feed.

Coupled with the emotions of the students and teachers, I wonder if perhaps the common denominator at every life stage and experience is HOPE.

Jul 25

Jul 25 Coming Alongside…

Erica Brooks

The Story of Us, Lifestyle Worship

Until that very moment, my ability to empathize with others through similar trauma was non-existent.

I was quick to defend, bow poised, ready with “Christianize” to distract from the gut wrenching turmoil people were facing.