I help adult adoptees find peace and hope in God's word.
Hey there.
I'm Iris P. Bryant.
Your Adoptee Advocate
As a child, I was teased because I didn’t know “my real parents.”
Being called a Cabbage Patch Kid during youth services and playground taunts left invisible bruises. I told myself, “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.”
But they did.
The pain lasted for decades—not just the taunts, but the silence that followed them.
But Not Forgotten.
This is why I show up everyday!
This is why I show up everyday!
The beginning of my story leaves much to be desired.
Abandoned.
You are part of His amazing plan.
You are welcome here.
Even in my most vulnerable state, God’s plan for me was greater than the plan of the enemy.
Through Him, I discovered my identity, my value, and my voice. His Word reframed my story—and now I help others do the same.
I’m a widow, mother, and grandmother who cherishes the memory of my late husband, David.
I have two adult children and two beautiful granddaughters who light up my world.
Faith, family, and quiet moments by the water are my joy.
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My Family
More About Me
"Every story has beauty—even in its brokenness."
I'm the oldest of 3 (adoptive family) and the youngest of 4 (family of origin).
It’s complicated—but it’s my truth.
middle child syndrome
I taught high school English in the same classroom where I once sat as a student.
Teaching will always be a part of who I am.
A teacher at heart
Coffee in the morning, sunrise at the beach, and Sunday afternoon drives.
My HEART SINGS
“Even our quirks carry purpose.”
Fun Facts
– Patrice M.
“She and her ministry have helped me to develop spiritually by helping me see the woman that God has truly created me to be. Iris is a bright light in this world and she consistently challenges us to think beyond what we see and to press into God's reality for us. She is a fierce advocate for those who are hurting and I can say that she is truly a Sister in Christ and in helping serve in the adoptee community. ”
"I love this community!"
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