Thank you for Making Our 2025 Vision Banquet a Success!

Celebrating Courage, Generosity, and Vision

As we reflect on our Annual Vision Banquet this past April, our hearts are filled with gratitude. Over two wonderful evenings, we welcomed 142 guests who joined us to celebrate, give, and take courage together. Thanks to your generosity, the event raised an incredible $37,175—funds that will directly fuel our mission to empower and protect lives created in the image of God.

A Night of Inspiration and Purpose

This year, we gathered under the theme “Take Courage,” a message that resonates with both our supporters and clients. For our supporters, it is the courage to give boldly and stand for life. For our clients, it is the courage to make life-affirming choices: to parent their children, to choose adoption, or to seek healing from the pain of past abortions.

The highlight of the evening was our keynote speaker, Brittany Ross, who delivered a powerful and uplifting message. Brittany urged us all to “occupy” strategic places in society to protect human life, reminding us that every life is sacred because it is created in the image of God. Her words were both a challenge and a call to action, leaving everyone inspired to step into their roles with renewed purpose.

Stories That Stirred Our Hearts

Guests also had the privilege of hearing from Tere Rufener, Heartbeat’s passionate and driven executive director. Tere shared her personal journey, an authentic and moving story that underscored the heart of our mission. She also laid out her vision for Heartbeat in 2025, painting a picture of hope, growth, and transformation.

Adding to the evening’s depth and heartfelt moments were Eli and Danielle Murphy, volunteer coaches at Cornerstone, Heartbeat’s parenting center. The Murphys shared their experiences of working directly with clients, offering support and encouragement to parents navigating the challenges of raising children. Their motivation and dedication shone through as they described how they have been personally impacted by their work, reminding us all of the importance of community.

Your Impact Matters

The success of this event is a testament to the power of community and the courage it takes to stand together for life. Whether you attended the banquet, volunteered behind the scenes, donated, or prayed for the event, your impact is immeasurable. Each dollar raised, each hour given, and each prayer lifted up is a step toward creating a world where every life is valued and protected.

We are profoundly grateful for the role you play in this mission. Together, we are equipping parents, supporting families, and speaking life into the places that need it most.

Looking Ahead with Courage

As we move forward, we are energized by the theme of “Take Courage.” This is not just a message for the banquet—it’s a rallying cry for every day. To our supporters, thank you for your courage in standing with us. To our clients, know that we are here to walk with you as you take courageous steps toward life, healing, and hope.

Thank you again for making our Annual Vision Banquet an unforgettable success. Together, we are changing lives, one courageous choice at a time.

With gratitude,

The Heartbeat Team

2025 Vision Banquet Underwriters

Hayley DeckerJune 5, 2025