Between Grief + Glory  was born out of our shared journeys through suffering and the search for God’s presence in the midst of it. Both of us know what it feels like to carry heavy burdens—Paris through seasons of deep loss, trauma, and relational wounds, and Caleb through years of isolation and struggle with debilitating OCD. We’ve both tasted what it’s like to wrestle with questions, confusion, and pain, and still long for hope, healing, and a faith that is real and sustaining.

We realized that so many people live in that in-between place—caught between grief and glory, mourning what was lost while straining toward the promises of God. Too often, traditional ministry either leans on theological platitudes or quick-fix solutions, rarely making space for the slow, messy, and complex reality of suffering.

Between Grief + Glory exists to create sacred spaces of compassion where people can bring their whole selves—their doubts, questions, wounds, and hopes—and encounter God’s healing presence. Through chaplaincy, mentorship, spiritual care, and community, we seek to walk alongside others with biblical wisdom and trauma-informed soul care.

It is our deepest joy and honor to serve as companions on this journey—helping others discover that God’s glory often shines brightest in the very places we least expect. Here, grief and glory are held in honest tension, and in that space, faith is not just believed but deeply lived.

Hello, I am Paris Byrum, I walk alongside weary souls, helping them find healing and renewal through biblical wisdom, spiritual formation, and trauma-informed mentorship. My passion is guiding people toward sustainable rhythms with God—unrushed time that brings peace and soul-deep restoration.

I know what it means to live through deep loss and fear. 15 years in a marriage marked by emotional, physical, and spiritual abuse drained me of confidence, resources, and a sense of future. When I left, I had six children to care for, a fourteen-year gap in my work history, and no clear path forward. In that darkness, God’s Word became my lifeline: “Look at the birds of the air… your heavenly Father feeds them” (Matthew 6:26). I realized that if He provides for sparrows, He would also provide for us.

That moment of surrender became a turning point—a call to trust God radically, even when nothing made sense. Out of that season came the heart of Between Grief + Glory: walking with others through the valleys of trauma, loss, and disappointment toward the radiant hope and restoration found in Him.

For over a decade, I’ve journeyed with women in ministry, high achievers facing burnout, and those who’ve been hurt by the church. Together, we work to reclaim joy, create margin, and build a faith that can hold steady through life’s storms.

I love making rich theology accessible and practical, helping others apply Scripture to their everyday lives with clarity and care. I believe faith isn’t just about knowing truth but living it out in ways that deepen intimacy with Christ.

I’m trained in biblical counseling and am currently earning certifications in trauma-informed coaching and spiritual direction. I also serve as a chaplain with Juvenile Justice Outreach, mentoring teens in detention and on probation.

At home, I’m a homeschooling mom of six, and I find the deepest truths in quiet, poetic moments. Music is a constant companion on this journey, and I’m grateful to share what I’ve learned with others.

Hello, I’m Caleb Morales. I’m familiar with the prolonged valleys of sorrow and grief in this life. I’ve found that the Lord truly does make the “Valley of Weeping” a place of springs (Psalm 84:6) as we draw near to our Shepherd—and as we come alongside one another.

My journey has been one I never expected. I grew up active and full of life—sports, school, friendships—until, about ten years ago, my life was suddenly hampered by severe OCD. It forced me to drop out of school and withdraw from nearly every part of normal life. Those years became a descent into isolation and despair so deep that I could say with Elijah and Paul that I “despaired of life itself.”

In that place of complete constraint—cut off from touch, connection, and the outside world—my broken cries and desperate faith became my lifeline. I found the sustaining grace of God to be enough, even there. Though that season stretched longer than I ever imagined, it was accompanied by a deep comfort and the unexpected mercies that began to lift me from the pit. Among those mercies were songs that came to me in the darkness—given, I believe, to bring much-needed comfort in some of the most trying times, not only for myself but also for others.

Today, I desire to meet others in their own places of suffering—just as I was met. I want to offer understanding and gentle care to the hurting, helping them encounter the same healing presence of God that met me in my weakness.

Having completed extensive coursework toward a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, I bring both lived experience and academic understanding to the intersection of mental health and faith. My passion is to walk with others toward wholeness—integrating biblical wisdom, emotional honesty, and the hope of Christ into everyday life. 

I enjoy writing and playing music, love the great outdoors, soaking up God’s creation through hiking and scenic views, and I’m an avid basketball player and fan.