Ark House Releases You Are Loved — A Testament of God’s Unfailing Grace

FAITH NEWS SERVICE – At 78 years old, retired principal and lifelong educator Nola Stacey never set out to become an author. Yet her newly released memoir, You Are Loved, is a moving story of faith, resilience, and the relentless love of God that has been with her from the very beginning.

What started as a lighthearted journal after surgery—scribbling about the frustrations of recovery restrictions—soon took a profound turn. As Nola faced moments of anxiety, depression, and deep grief, including the heartbreaking loss of her son to heroin addiction, writing became more than therapy. It became a way of uncovering the hidden thread of grace that had carried her through life’s hardest valleys.

Encouraged by her psychiatrist and later by a fellow author, Nola began piecing her memories together in chronological order. What emerged was not simply a personal history, but a powerful reminder that God’s hand is present even in the darkest of times.

“Looking back, I can see that God never let me go,” Nola reflects. “Even when I lashed out at Him, even when I thought life was unliveable, He was holding me close.”

Throughout her life—as a young teacher, a devoted wife, a mother navigating unimaginable loss, and now a grandmother and great-grandmother—Nola has witnessed both the fragility of life and the steady assurance of God’s love. Her journey illustrates that faith is not about rituals or perfection, but about recognizing and resting in the sacrifice of Christ, who makes eternal hope possible.

You Are Loved is more than a memoir; it is a gift to anyone wrestling with fear, loss, or questions of faith. It speaks directly to the heart of the reader: reminding them that they are seen, held, and loved by God—always.

This beautifully honest book will resonate with anyone seeking encouragement, healing, or a deeper understanding of God’s grace. As Nola herself says, “It was written with love to help people who weren’t coping with life and also who didn’t know God and how much He loved them.”

Whether you are walking through grief, battling anxiety, or simply in need of hope, You Are Loved is a gentle but powerful reminder: God’s love is constant, unconditional, and greater than we can imagine.

You Are Loved, published by Ark House, is now available globally.