From Loss to Legacy: Moria Rooney’s Story of Grief, Healing, and Holy Ground

When Moria Rooney walked through the unimaginable—losing her son Noah to stillbirth at 35 weeks—she never expected God to meet her there with a calling. But that’s exactly what happened. In our latest episode of The Purpose Beyond Motherhood Podcast, Moria vulnerably shares her story, the birth of her ministry Mother of Wilde, and how God has brought beauty from ashes.

A Stillbirth Story That Became a Ministry

After giving birth to Noah, Moria’s world was forever changed. The deep ache of losing a child could have left her buried in grief—but God stepped into that sacred space with purpose. What began as a desire to remember her son turned into Mother of Wilde—a ministry that creates custom remembrance prints for grieving families navigating infant loss, miscarriage, and stillbirth.

With each print, Moria gently reminds women that their children mattered—and still do. Her work is deeply rooted in the belief that loss shapes us, but it does not define us.

Faith After Loss: Reclaiming What the Enemy Tried to Steal

In the episode, Moria speaks candidly about what it looks like to live with a Kingdom mindset even in the face of grief. She talks about reclaiming joy, reclaiming identity, and reclaiming the parts of her story the enemy tried to steal.

For many women navigating motherhood after loss, that mindset shift is life-changing. Moria’s testimony is a powerful reminder that God doesn't waste pain—and He never stops pursuing our healing.

Introducing Holy Ground: A Retreat for Moms Who Have Lost a Child

One of the most beautiful parts of Moria’s journey has been the launch of Holy Ground, a retreat designed for moms who’ve experienced infant loss, miscarriage, or stillbirth. This retreat invites women into rest, healing, and restoration—all centered on the presence of God.

Holy Ground isn’t just a getaway—it’s an invitation to step into sacred space with the One who sees your pain and calls you by name.

Why This Story Matters

If you're walking through grief, or know someone who is, Moria’s story is a lifeline. It's a testimony of how faith after loss isn’t about forgetting—it’s about remembering differently. It’s about walking with God through the valley and discovering that He’s been there all along.

"God met me in the delivery room," Moria says. "And He’s never left."

Resources Mentioned in the Podcast Episode

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://youtu.be/y1RRsyHmVhA

🕊️ Visit Mother of Wilde: https://www.motherofwilde.com

🌿 Learn More About Holy Ground Retreats: https://www.motherofwilde.com/retreats

💌 Send a Butterfly Box: https://www.twelve12ministries.org/shop

📱 Follow Twelve 12 Ministries on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twelve12ministries

You’re Not Alone

Whether your loss is recent or decades old, know this: you are seen, your child is remembered, and your story still matters. Healing is possible. Hope is real. And in Christ, even the most broken places can become holy ground.