“Gifted” “Creative” “Innovative” “Dedicated” – These are just a few of the adjectives used to describe the Mary’s Hope presenters, Sherry Niermann and Diane Moore. Driven by a deep compassion for survivors of profound childhood abuse and seeking ways to help survivors heal their broken relationships with God, they founded Mary’s Hope in 2000. They are able to utilize their individual gifts in creating and presenting the Mary’s Hope Workshops. These unique educational programs are praised by thousands of attendees.

Their research and writing skills are reflected in the exceptional quality of the information presented on the soul wounds left in the wake of profound abuse, and the effects of abuse on the spiritual development of the child. Rather than presenting just a string of facts, Moore and Niermann draw the participants into to the aching souls of survivors. There are frequent opportunities for interaction with the presenters, small group participation and role playing. This creates an atmosphere conducive to quality adult learning. They are able to take a difficult topic and present it with grace and gentle humor.