Summary

I come from a broken home where I never felt I belonged. From being bullied in a country I didn’t call my own to plunging into drugs and abusive relationships as an escape, my life was a whirlwind of pain and rejection. I eventually found myself trapped in the lure of addiction until my mom—having found Jesus herself—kept taking me to church. In my desperate search for love and acceptance, I cried out to Jesus. That was the turning point: I came to Patel, where I finally experienced genuine care and the life-changing love of God. Today, I am more secure in who I am in Christ. I’m married, have a son, and now work for Betel, helping those whose lives mirror mine. My journey is proof that even the deepest brokenness can be healed by His love. 🙏🌷

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Jess shares how her lack of belonging led her to a life of addiction and abusive relationships. Everything changed when she found Jesus and she now works for Betel, helping those that have lived lives similar to hers.

We hope Jess’s Story will bring hope to your life.
Betel has helped thousands of lives in the UK (1996) and around the world (1985) overcome their addiction.

Betel UK is an independent Christian charity for men, women and families affected by the hardships that lead to social exclusion, especially homelessness, drug and alcohol abuse and long-term unemployment.

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Filmed, produced and edited by Leah Kilman.

You can find more information about the work of Betel here: https://www.betel.uk/