Nancy Alcorn, founder and president of Mercy Ministries, had long lines for the signing of her books, Starved and Cut, showcased at the ICRS event this year. Her Mercy For . . . series reaches teens and young women looking for healing and restoration.

In 1983, Nancy founded Mercy Ministries, a non-profit organization designed to change hearts and stop the destructive cycles of young women who face life-controlling issues. Mercy Ministries provides residential programs free of charge for women between the ages of 13-28. In addition to its U.S. facilities in Nashville, TN, St. Louis, MO, Monroe, LA, and Lincoln (Sacramento area), CA, Mercy Ministries has international locations in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Canada, and Peru.

Endorsements for the Mercy For . . . series include:

I know all too well how the world places an overemphasis on what we see on the outside, and girls often resort to self-destructive patterns. I personally support the work of Mercy Ministries because I have seen firsthand the changed lives.
—Niki Taylor
International Supermodel

As a father of two girls in their late teens, I certainly know what girls face today. I have watched Nancy Alcorn and Mercy Ministries bring hope and healing to struggling young women for many years—young women who were completely without hope. The Mercy for . . . series reveals the Mercy Ministries difference and offers great inspiration, hope, and a way to true healing for all who want to be free.
—Dave Ramsey
Financial Expert and Author of The Total Money Makeover

Nancy Alcorn offers young women hope—to have self-esteem and grow in wholeness—and more. Mercy Ministries is not afraid to deal with the tough, ugly stuff. If you are a young woman struggling with these issues, or if you have a daughter or work with girls, you want to hear what Nancy has to say. It is sure to change your life!
—CeCe Winans
Grammy Award-Winning Recording Artist

I have personally known young women who have found healing through the principles in these books. This series is very timely in an age where little hope is given for young women struggling with these issues. Nancy Alcorn is not afraid to tell the truth and offer real hope through forgiveness and restoration. If you are desperate for hope or affected by a hopeless life, read through this series and find real answers.
—Sue Semrau
Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Florida State University