Pointing Toward Hope
Pointing Toward Hope
Wendy Bertagnolli
Episode 77 When God's Plan Differs From Ours: Aubrey's Missionary Journey
48 minutes Posted Jun 3, 2025 at 7:00 am.
Welcome to Pointing Toward Hope
Aubrey's Background and Early Life
Called to Serve in Guadalajara, Mexico
Unexpected Challenges and Responsibilities
Abusive Companionship and Mental Decline
Coming Home Early and Finding Peace
Mental Health in Faith Communities
Lessons from Alma the Younger
Final Advice and Closing Thoughts
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Send a text What happens when your missionary service becomes the catalyst for a profound mental health crisis? In this powerful conversation, Aubrey opens up about her journey serving in Guadalajara, Mexico, and the painful decision to return home after 14 months in the field. With remarkable candor, Aubrey shares how undiagnosed anxiety and depression shaped her experience both before and during her mission. Though naturally gifted with Spanish and deeply devoted to sharing the gospel, sh...