NORMA PADILLA MURAKAMI, founder of Hope & Grace Center.
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Meet Norma Padilla Murakami
Norma Padilla Murakami’s heart for women is rooted in compassion, faith, and the belief that no woman should have to walk through life’s most difficult seasons alone. Her desire is to create a welcoming place where women feel seen, heard, respected, and supported in a confidential environment.
Through Hope & Grace Center, Norma envisions a community where women can receive practical resources, caring guidance, and encouragement as they begin a journey toward healing, renewed hope, and a stronger future.
CORRINE CONTRERAS, director of Hope & Grace Center.
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Meet Corrine Contreras
Corrine Contreras has been walking with the Lord for over 38 years. Once guarded by personal walls that led to years of addictions, grief, and despair, her life was radically changed when Jesus set her free. Today, Corrine’s journey is “living proof” of the healing power of God’s love.
Because of this transformative grace, Corrine has faithfully served in Women’s Ministry at Calvary Chapel Corona for 31 years. She also ministers at U-Turn for Christ and facilitates Biblical counseling, as well as the “He Restores My Soul” ministry, which is currently transitioning to the Hope and Grace Center. Through this initiative, she offers two 10-week Bible studies: Pathway to Sexual Healing for women recovering from sexual trauma, and Forgiven and Set Free for those grieving the loss of a child through abortion, miscarriage, or stillbirth.
By offering a path toward healing and hope, Corrine has a deep passion for helping hurting women unlock the full potential God has placed within them. Her favorite scripture is John 10:10, where Jesus declares:
"The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly."
Corrine has been married for 38 years to Pastor Frank Contreras. Together, they have four children and four grandchildren. In her “spare” time, she loves walks on the beach, hiking, and riding on Frank’s Harley around Lake Arrowhead.
For more information on the ministry, contact Corrine Contreras at [email protected] or 951.847.4879.
Proudly Affiliated with Heartbeat International
Hope & Grace Center is honored to be affiliated with Heartbeat International, a worldwide network of life-affirming organizations dedicated to providing compassionate care, education, and support for women and families.
Hope & Grace Center is a pro-life nonprofit organization committed to providing compassionate support, education, and Christ-centered resources for individuals seeking healing from abortion-related experiences, sexual trauma, and other deeply painful experiences.
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