“The more I began to really explore who God is apart from people who profess the name of God, then I started to know more about my own worth and my own value in God’s eyes and the love that Jesus has for me regardless of what I’ve done.” – Patricia Taylor In this episode, Patricia Taylor shares her experience having an abortion at the age of 19 years old. Patricia reflects on the pain and trauma experienced after the procedure and what ultimately led to her desire to share her story with others. Patricia also reflects on the following: feeling unworthy of grace and love the importance of post-abortion after-care how the church weaponizes grace, love, and forgiveness post-abortion trauma triggers how relationships with friends were impacted the importance of safe people what churches can do better post-abortive stress syndrome the benefits of speaking her truth Patricia Taylor is a wife, mom and California native turned Georgia peach. She believes in Jesus, loving all our neighbors, and having critical conversations around racial justice with grace and honesty. Her work is rooted in anti-racism education, and she currently serves as the BIPOC Educator for Be The Bridge. Patricia is also a co-host for Upside Down Podcast, which is an ecumenical faith space that has unscripted conversations around justice, spirituality, and culture. You may find her on Instagram @patricia_a_taylor and on Facebook at Some Thoughts From Your Black Friend by Patricia A. Taylor. Lecrae’s  YouTube Interview Lecrae’s song  ” Good, Bad, Ugly” Follow me on Instagram Check out my website Connect with Patricia on Instagram  Listen to Patricia’s Podcasts  Visit Patricia’s website