Create in Me a Heart of Hope

(in)courage welcomes you to a place where authentic, brave women connect deeply with God and others. Founded in 2009 by DaySpring, the Christian products subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Inc., (in)courage is a vibrant online community that reaches thousands of women every day. Through the power of shared stories and meaningful resources, (in)courage celebrates the strength Jesus gives to live out our calling as God’s daughters. Together we build community, celebrate diversity, and become women of courage.

Mary Carver writes and speaks with humor and honesty, encouraging women with truth found in unexpected places. She is a regular contributor to (in)courage, the author of Women of Courage, Journey to the Cross, the (in)courage Bible study Courageous Joy, and the co-author of Choose Joy and Sacred Tears. Mary lives in Kansas City with her husband and two daughters. You can find her online at marycarver.com.