Battling Sex Trafficking

Hope Filled Rooms is an anti-trafficking ministry in Birmingham. The ministry offers a respite house where women involved in sex trafficking can find safety, love, and practical support such as meals, laundry, and showers. They also collaborate with law enforcement and conduct online outreach to assist women being exploited online.

The founder, Holley Copeland shares her journey of initially resisting involvement due to fear but being convicted through prayer to support anti-trafficking efforts. Over time, she has become deeply committed, even overcoming her initial fears. Her husband supports her work, which includes balancing family life and ministry responsibilities.

The ministry's approach focuses on unconditional love, inspired by Jesus' love for all, regardless of their situation. They emphasize consistency and prayer in their outreach, building trust with the women they help. They also face challenges like balancing help and enabling, setting boundaries, and dealing with the emotional toll of the work.

They also discuss the realities of trafficking in America, highlighting the role of technology in recruitment and the misconceptions about who can be trafficked. The founder shares her personal connection to the cause, emphasizing the importance of showing God's love to those who have never experienced it.