#37 How Did Abel Speaks Start?

In this podcast episode, Daniel and Kelly Crawford, the founders of Abel Speaks, share their personal journey from the loss of their son Abel in 2016 to establishing a non-profit organization in 2018 that provides hope and guidance for families facing similar situations.

The Crawfords openly discuss how their own experience of grief and the desire to help others led them to leave their jobs and dedicate themselves fully to Abel Speaks. The episode delves into the growth of Abel Speaks, from serving a few families to reaching out to families across the US and abroad, and the evolution of their vision, mission, and approach towards providing quality care and support.

The Crawfords share how they filled the gaps in care and support for parents dealing with a life-limiting diagnosis for their child, and the transformative power of saying yes to helping others.

They also discuss the importance of holding the mission loosely, emphasizing that the mission is ultimately about God's story and the stories he impacts, and that they have the privilege of being a part of. The episode ends with an encouragement for listeners to reach out to Abel Speaks if they are parents in similar circumstances.