Women Gathering
Creating safe places where women can gather around tables with coffee, hope, and God’s Word.
God Placed in My Heart
A dream of hope, healing, and freedom for women everywhere through the love of Jesus Christ.
A Dream Born from Grace
There was a time when I believed my story had ended in shame. But God had another story to write.
Over many years, He gently led me from silence to healing—from regret to freedom—from hiding to helping other women find hope.
What began as healing for one heart has become a dream to create a place where women everywhere know they are loved, welcomed, and never beyond the reach of God’s grace.
The Dream
I believe God is building something beautiful through Beside the Willow. This is the dream He has placed in my heart.
Healing Bible Studies
Bringing the message of healing to churches and communities across the country.
Conferences of Hope
Hosting conferences where women hear that there is hope after abortion, grief, abuse, shame, regret, and more.
Online Ministry
Reaching women online who have never told another soul, with truth, prayer, and encouragement.
Resources for Churches
Providing resources and training to help churches begin sustainable healing ministries for women.
A Place to Belong
A place where every woman knows, “You don’t have to walk alone anymore.”
Why the Willow?
The willow tree bends, but it does not break. It finds strength near the water. It offers shade, shelter, and rest.
Like the willow, God meets us where we are in our pain—and offers healing, strength, and new life through Jesus.
Looking Ahead
I am praying for all that God will do through Beside the Willow:
- Speaking throughout the country
- Coffee gatherings in communities
- Retreats for rest and renewal
- Healing groups for every kind of pain
- A daily devotional and future books
- Training and equipping leaders
- Scholarships for healing retreats
- Prayer teams surrounding every woman
This is not my plan… it is His. And I am simply saying, “Yes, Lord.”
How You Can Be Part of the Dream
You can help make this dream a reality for women who are hurting and searching for hope.
One healed heart can change a family.
Thousands of healed hearts can change generations.
It is my joy and privilege to walk beside you on your healing journey.
You are not alone.
Chris Naramore · Founder, Beside the Willow