Restoration in Jesus

Loving someone who has wandered from their faith or is struggling with addiction, destructive choices, or broken relationships can be heartbreaking. Parents, spouses, siblings, grandparents, and close friends often carry grief, confusion, guilt, and unanswered questions.

At The Fraction Ministries, we believe there is hope. While you cannot control another person's choices, you can learn healthy ways to love, pray, establish boundaries, and remain anchored in Christ.

You are not alone

You may be experiencing…

  • Grief

  • Fear

  • Anger

  • Shame

  • Exhaustion

  • Hopelessness

  • Confusion

  • Isolation

Whatever you're carrying today, you don't have to carry it alone.

Resource Topics: (Coming Soon)

  • Why people leave
  • Addiction and shame
  • Trauma and pain
  • Church hurt
  • Mental health struggles
  • Identity struggles
  • Spiritual resistance
  • The difference between conviction and condemnation

Resource Sources:

  • Stories of hope

  • Podcasts

  • Articles

  • Recommended books

  • Prayer guides for families

  • Frequently asked questions

There is Hope in Jesus:

No matter how long you've been praying or how impossible the situation may seem, God has not stopped pursuing the one you love. Continue to trust Him, remain faithful, and remember that restoration is always possible through His grace.

The Fraction | Understanding Your Story
The Fraction

Understanding Your Story

PURSUING THE ONE | WEBSITE ASSESSMENT

Your story matters. These questions help us better understand experiences of disconnection and what meaningful restoration could look like. There are no right or wrong answers. Share only what you feel comfortable sharing.

Demographic Questions (Optional)

Confidentiality: This information is optional and will remain confidential. Please do not include your name or other identifying details unless you choose to.

Age Range
Gender
How would you describe your sexual orientation? (Optional)
How long were you involved in an Apostolic church?
How long have you been disconnected?
Would you currently consider yourself:

Your Story & Restoration

Answer only the questions you feel comfortable sharing.

1.What was your earliest experience with church, God, or the UPCI/Apostolic faith?
2.Have there been moments since leaving or drifting away when you sensed God pursuing you, speaking to you, or drawing you back? If so, please describe.
3.Was there a specific event, season, person, hurt, disappointment, or conflict that contributed to your leaving or pulling away?
4.Are there doctrines, standards, holiness teachings, or cultural expectations that you currently struggle with, feel confused about, or feel hurt by?
5.During your time in church, did you have a meaningful relationship with at least one trusted pastor, leader, mentor, or spiritual influence? Please share your experiences.
6.When you left or drifted, did anyone pursue you with love, curiosity, and concern? If so, how did that impact you? If not, how did that impact you?
7.What would make a church feel emotionally and spiritually safe for you today?
8.If churches could change one thing to better reach, restore, and retain people who have left, what would it be?

Thank you for sharing part of your story.

The Fraction

Thank you

Your responses have been received. Thank you for trusting us with part of your story.