Meet Kelly Cooke
How did I hear about Faithfully Restored?
I heard about Faithfully Restored 3yrs ago after my husband tragically passed away. I was on social media and came across Jamie Heard’s story. I immediately reached out to her. I was in a very dark and lonely place. I felt hopeless. Jamie invited me to a breakfast Faithfully Restored was having. I went and felt so supported. I was surrounded by other women going through hard times. I realized I was not alone in my pain. I really felt Gods presence in that room.
What are you most excited about being part of the Faithfully Restored team?
I feel so Blessed to be a part of the team at Faithfully Restored. I work with the most amazing, Faithful women who love others so well. I can’t wait to serve other women who are hurting and going through tough times. I know without a doubt my purpose in this new chapter of life is to share my story and help others . I want women to know they aren’t alone. They have a group of women who pray over them and send them beautiful packages to lift their spirits. To be able to put a smile on someone’s face when they are grieving or struggling is something I want to do daily and I get to do that. God opened this door for me. It’s an answered prayer.
Tell us a little bit about your family and what you like to do in your free time.
I was married for 20yrs to my husband , Peter . He died on March 6, 2021 while on a ski trip. We have 3 boys, Reed (22), Jackson (20) and Baylor (16). I have a retriever named Hank and will be getting our new puppy Loretta in a few weeks.
I have lived in Franklin for 21yrs. I’m originally from Northeast TN. I’m a partner at Rolling Hills Community Church.
My background is in Pharmaceutical Sales until we had kids. I have been a Stay at Home Mom for the past 22yrs. That has been my biggest achievement. To raise my boys and cheer them on through the good and bad. To be going back to work now and do this job is another achievement that brings me a lot of Joy.
I love being with my boys and friends ! If you know me you know my love for dogs. I love Gardening, Music, Interior Design, Being a Mom and any sport ! Football, Golf, Tennis and Skiing.
Favorite bible verse and why?
I have so many bible verses that I love. Reading these verses over and over brought me so much peace when I was hurting the most . They change frequently with whatever season I am going through but a few favorites are
Isaiah 41:10 “Do not fear, for I am with you ; do not be dismayed , for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my victorious right hand“
Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who Strengthens me“
Romans 8:18 “ et what we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory he will reveal to us later “