top of page
Newsletter and Merch!
More Than Merch. More Than a Newsletter. You’re Building Something. There are moments when something small becomes something so much bigger than it first appeared. This is one of those moments. What started as sharing stories, healing out loud, and creating space for connection is slowly growing into something with deeper roots—a vision of becoming a nonprofit, a place that continues to reach, restore, and remind people they are not alone. And now… you get to be part of buil
Kelsay Parrott
Apr 212 min read
A New Hello
Shalom… and welcome. It has been over 100 posts since I welcomed people so I wanted to jump back. Not just to words on a page, but to something I believe the Lord Himself has breathed into existence. Before anything else is said, let this be clear—this space, these words, this story… none of it belongs to me. Every ounce of it is the Lord’s. Every piece of healing, every moment of endurance, every breath that carried me here is a testimony of His mercy, not my strength. For y
Kelsay Parrott
Mar 174 min read
Stepping Into 2026
An Open Page, A Willing Heart A new year always feels like an open page—one filled with hope and dreams, goals and intentions, prayers whispered and promises yet to unfold. For me, 2026 doesn’t just hold big goals; it carries even bigger dreams—dreams planted by God long before I ever had the courage to name them. There is something deeply sacred about beginnings. About slowing down long enough to reflect, to breathe, and to ask the Lord, “What are You inviting me into next?”
Kelsay Parrott
Jan 44 min read
A Newly Warmed Welcome
To every single new person joining this space — welcome. Truly, from the depth of my heart… welcome. I don’t take lightly that you’re here. You could be anywhere else, yet somehow your path crossed with mine, and that means something. It tells me you are searching for hope, for connection, for understanding — or maybe just for a place where your story won’t feel “too much.” My prayer is that this becomes that place for you. Healing a Burned Soul was born out of my own ashes —
Kelsay Parrott
Nov 18, 20253 min read
Thank You!
I just want to take a moment to pause and say thank you. Since launching this blog in January, it has been a journey I never could have fully imagined. Over the past several months, we’ve had over 1,200 views—that’s over 150 per month! Honestly, I only expected maybe a dozen people to stumble upon my words at first, so seeing this response has been humbling and incredibly encouraging. I am so grateful to each of you reading, commenting, sharing, or simply spending a few minut
Kelsay Parrott
Aug 19, 20252 min read
Made For More Crafts
As many of you know, I’ve been given the incredible honor of representing St. Florian Fire and Burn Foundation as the counselor accompanying our camper to International Burn Camp in Washington, D.C. this September. The trip itself is fully funded, but I want to make it **extra special**—for our camper, for our journey, and for the opportunities ahead. ✨ In celebration of this adventure—and the upcoming World Burn Congress—I’ve relaunched my Bonfire store! ✨ Every item is desi
Kelsay Parrott
Aug 6, 20251 min read
Together, We Rise Campaign
Have you ever gone through a challenging time that left you wondering, “Where do I go from here?”—a moment when you felt alone, maybe even abandoned? Where people said to reach out when you need them but they don't seem to get it? At the beginning of my burn recovery, that’s exactly how I felt. Yes, my family supported me—just like family does. But to me, it didn’t feel any different than how it should be when a parent loves you. I didn’t yet understand what it meant to have.
Kelsay Parrott
Apr 10, 20252 min read
What's to Come?
Many people have been asking me what the next steps are in my life—what’s on the radar, what I’m excited for, and what’s coming next. So, I wanted to share the exciting adventures ahead for 2025, and I’d love for you to partner in prayer with me as I step into these new chapters! I’m writing a book! I must admit, I’ve been working on this book for years, but it never really went anywhere. Honestly i never thought my story was worth publishing. For a long time, I was just pret
Kelsay Parrott
Apr 6, 20253 min read
Welcome to Healing a Burned Soul
Shalom and welcome to the blog. This has been a dream of mine for years, but I never felt called and equipped enough to fully pursue it. However, after spending a lot of time with friends and in prayer, I finally felt the calling. So here we are! My name is Kelsay Parrott and I am honored to have you here. Let me explain a little about this place and why it is called what it is. Healing a Burned Soul comes from the journey I have been blessed to have endured. I endured a burn
Kelsay Parrott
Sep 24, 20242 min read
Sensitive Content:
As a trauma pastor and survivor, I find it essential to alert readers to sensitive topics, ensuring they feel safe and aren’t caught off guard. A simple warning can prevent harm, so please approach this content mindfully. If it may be sensitive for you, consider reading at a safer time or skipping it altogether. If something causes distress, please seek help from a licensed counselor, pastor, or trusted friend. Note that it’s impossible to warn for all triggers, so please advocate for yourself and assess the content before engaging. Thank you for understanding and for helping create a safer environment for all!
bottom of page