Chandra Clay, founder of Molding Clay Ministries in Garland celebrated her Sept. 15 birthday by hosting a brunch during which she shared the story of her journey through domestic abuse. Survivors, as well as those who didn’t make it to their next birthday, were celebrated and honored during the event.
Partners from Hope’s Door-New Beginning Center were also in attendance to talk to the group about domestic violence. Additionally, survivors shared their personal stories.
It’s important to join the fight now because, according to Hope’s Door-New Beginning Center, statistics show that one in three women and one in four men in Texas will experience some type of domestic violence during their lifetimes.
Clay has created her own slogan against domestic violence which she hopes to spread across the state.
“People deserve to know there is another way and it is not OK.”
She shared that God had placed it on her heard to share her hope and experience, so her mission is to let everyone know tha
t they deserve happiness and wholeness.
At the end of the brunch, attendees participated in a candlelight vigil and spoken prayer for every survivor and victim. Participants declared their intention to continue to fight for every man and woman suffering from the effects of domestic abuse.
Clay has been invited to share her story at an Oct. 18 domestic violence event in downtown Garland. She shared that she is looking forward to battling the epidemic of domestic violence alongside the community.
The event, which was held at the Living Faith Christian Church at 1935 West State Street, Suite 104, in Garland, was free to all community members.