Dear Friends,
A year of joy and sorrow … of worship and tears … of remembering our own story, watching God use it to breathe life into others, and now experiencing much of it once more through the recent loss of a very dear friend.
These and other moments in our journey cause the grief to feel fresh again—a song, a holiday, a memory of our Beau. Yet in those very places, the Lord continues to meet us with comfort, strength, and a renewed purpose to serve those who are hurting.
And this year, more than any other, we’ve watched Him open doors we never expected.
We launched a podcast that now reaches hearts every week.
We’ve led worship and shared our story across the world.
We’ve sat with many in person and thousands online who are navigating loss.
We’ve heard testimonies that stopped us in our tracks—stories of comfort, hope, breakthrough and healing.
We’ve also learned this: When God heals you, He often invites you to help heal someone else.
That’s why this ministry exists. And that’s why this newsletter isn’t just a recap—it’s a celebration of what God has done through your prayers, your love, and your partnership.
As you read these stories and see what the Lord has done, we pray you feel the same hope we’ve felt all year long:
God is still close.
God is still moving.
And God is still comforting the brokenhearted.
With love and gratitude,
Charlie & Jill
What God Has Done This Year
Lives healed. Hearts encouraged.
Hope restored.
This year has been one of the most meaningful seasons of ministry we’ve ever experienced. Here’s just some of what God has done through your prayers and generous financial partnership this year:
PODCAST IMPACT
GROWING DIGITAL MINISTRY
FINDING HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS
GLOBAL MINISTRY
Testimonies that Took Our Breath Away
Real people. Real grief.
Real hope.
God is using your support to reach people in their darkest moments.
Here are just a few of the stories we received this year:
“I haven’t cried like this in years. Thank you for giving me space to heal. After losing my wife of 44 years, hearing your honesty brought so much relief.”
– Bruce Clutter
“Your worship has helped me through some of my darkest valleys. Your music strengthened me through life’s hardest seasons and brought peace when I desperately needed it.”
– Dianne Sacchetti
“Your music breathed life into me. During years of panic attacks, sickness, and fear, I played your worship every day. It carried me through the hardest season of my life.”
– Tricia Sims
“You helped me grieve after many years when no one else could. Your book freed us to finally acknowledge our pain and begin healing.”
– Judy Prouty
Introducing Hope Partners
Because no one should
have to grieve alone.
This ministry is 100% independent.
Everything we create—podcasts, livestreams,
worship music, and grief resources—is possible
because of friends who believe in the mission.
Hope Partners
A team of supporters who help us:
• Share comfort with grievers
• Create worship and
• Scripture-based resources
• Produce more livestream gatherings
• Expand the Finding Hope Podcast
• Bring God’s love to the hurting
Together, we can reach thousands in the year ahead.
A Special Thank-You Gift
Free Download
40th Anniversary
Keep Pressing On Album
Our very first full-length album—filled with original songs about faithfulness, trust, and endurance— now beautifully remastered.
Our “thank you” for standing with us.
Your Invitation to Give
Help us to continue healing broken hearts in 2026.
Would you prayerfully consider a year-end gift?
Your support helps us:
Reach those navigating grief
Strengthen the Church
Share worship and Scripture
Offer comfort to a world in pain
Consider a Gift
If our ministry has encouraged you, would you prayerfully consider supporting our work? Your gift helps us create resources, produce worship, support grief groups, and bring hope across the world.
And as a thank you, we’ll send you the special 40th Anniversary Download Edition of Keep Pressing On.
We’d love to stay connected with you.
You’ll receive encouraging messages, helpful resources, and updates from Charlie & Jill to strengthen your heart and inspire your walk with the Lord.
And as a special thank-you, you’ll receive access to FREE resources 🎁!