Many of us are unaware of how the experiences of our past are often twisted and woven into a burden of guilt, shame and hopelessness. Having carried these heavy burdens alone for decades, it wasn’t until Cathy was truly rescued that she could actually see the impact they had on her life and the beauty of the truth that would set her free. Known for her gift of encouragement to family and friends, Cathy boldly shares her rescue story in the hope of it being a gift of encouragement to you. Praise for Rescued for Unbridled Joy Tears. So many tears. As I was reading my friend Cathy’s book, I shed tears of both heartbreak and sorrow over the many ways that Satan’s lies and plans of destruction seemed to roll like waves over her life. Then came tears of praise and, yes, joy, as she shared how the Lord redeemed “what the locusts had eaten” in her life. He took the broken pieces of sin, shame and guilt and created a beautiful masterpiece, through the work of redemption and the power of the Gospel. In this book, Cathy not only bravely shares her story but because she doesn’t want to waste her journey, she also shares lessons on post abortion syndrome, parenting, dating, marriage, and ultimately a clear call to those who may still need to put their faith in Jesus. Moriah Gilbert Mom of three children and Senior Pastor’s wife, Third Avenue Baptist Church It is my pleasure to recommend Cathy’s book, Rescued for Unbridled Joy . I’m confident that many people (especially women who struggle with guilt after an abortion in their past) will be inspired to receive God’s forgiveness and healing because of Cathy’s testimony. Cathy’s story reminds the reader that although there are ups and downs in the Christian life, the Lord is faithful. Bob Russell Retired Senior Minister, Southeast Christian Church Rescued for Unbridled Joy is the perfect title for this heartfelt story of healing and hope. It is beautiful to see how God lovingly leads us while we travel with Cathy on her journey from the captivity of sin, guilt, shame and depression to freedom in Christ. As she shares her struggles, she brings the wisdom and insight she gleaned over the years and encourages hurting hearts while never failing to point to Christ and the life-transforming truths of the gospel. Laurie Aker Executive Director, Thistlebend Ministries As I read through Rescued for Unbridled Joy , I was reminded that Christ followers are often dulled into a sense that those sitting next to them in church are squeaky clean and couldn't possibly have a story of their own sin, shame, and brokenness. Church folk seldom, if ever, learn of these things in our journey together. What if your story resonated with someone suffering in the pew next to you, who needed the chance to say, "You, too? I never knew!" We keep so much buttoned up, but Cathy has woven into her memoir childhood, adolescent, and adult sin and pain, and revealed how her journey with Christ has healed so much. He truly is Savior, Redeemer, and Friend, and not only heals, but strengthens, overcomes, and indeed, gives purpose. This memoir is not just about her, but about you, and how you can and do have the opportunity to also be rescued for joy. Monica Henderson Executive Director, BsideU for Life Pregnancy & Life Skills Center