Author: Hannah Rowen Fry

Hannah Rowen Fry is a writer, speaker, and encourager. Her writing consists of observations of daily life, and uses daily reflections to guide others to live out their God-given purpose. She holds a Master’s degree in Religion from Olivet Nazarene University and an Introductory Certificate from the Court of Master Sommeliers. Hannah's passion is to help others experience greater joy in the present moment. She shares practical tips, helpful resources, and clear purposeful steps to abide in Jesus daily without legalism, judgment, or guilt. Her thoughtful reflections on Scripture invite those who have felt overwhelmed with their lifestyle, thoughts, or schedule to slow down and choose simplicity. Guided by encouragement, generosity, gratitude, and a healthy dose of responsibility, readers are invited to experience freedom as they find spiritual rhythms that cultivate faith and help them step into their God-purpose. Hannah lives in Jacksonville Beach, Florida with her husband Matt, and spends most of her free time walking on the beach, frolicking around DisneyWorld, and listening to Taylor Swift.

Today I Went to Church, Part 1

Today I went to church. I went to a new church for a special service. There’s a church I usually go to, the one my husband works at, but for a special Thanksgiving Eucharist service I went to a new church. One of the ways I connect with God most is through traditional, liturgical services.* […]

Today Was Silent

Today was silent. I had a quiet, calm morning. My husband went to work before I got out of bed, so by the time I got up, the house was silent. I have no kids or pets and I don’t keep a fan running, so if Matt is at work, it’s quiet. I hear the […]

Today I Paused

This post was written coming home from a retreat in November 2022. Visit amykemp.com/pause for more information. Today I paused. I pressed pause on my regular routine. I joined a group of 8 women for three days of intentional rest. These women came from all across the county, from five states, to a mansion in […]

Today Was Thanksgiving

Today was Thanksgiving. I love the slowness and simplicity of the way we celebrate Thanksgiving. It’s not like Christmas, which requires thought and action ahead of time as we purchase and wrap gifts. It’s not like Valentine’s Day, which has a subtle pressure to have a full holiday celebration in one single meal with no […]

Today I Flew

Today I flew. I flew on an airplane home from a weekend retreat. One thing I love about flying is the natural transition it offers. A quiet-ish area, no internet, and a confined space is the perfect arena for introspection. Whether it’s a 40-minute flight or several hours, each plane ride is an opportunity to […]

Gratitude Challenge, Part 2

I shared in last week’s post that this Gratitude Challenge came about as a result of figuring out how to morph industry trends to be more aligned with who I am as a writer and with what I want to offer my readers. More than anything, I want to provide helpful resources for your life […]

Gratitude Challenge, Part 1

It began with overwhelm. As a new author trying to learn how to market my book well, focused on serving my readers and meeting their needs, I was overwhelmed. Publishing a book was a new endeavor for me. The entire writing industry was new for me! Without a team to guide and support me, each […]

Today I Knew

Today I knew. I knew what to do. I knew what not to do. The last few months for me have been focused on answering the question “What will I do next?” I have an interesting background career-wise. My resume is a bit confusing to those who do not know me. Family Ministries Director, Sales […]

Today I Went to Costa Rica

Be prepared, this is a longer post than normal! If you don’t have time to read it all, here’s the quick version: I went to Costa Rica for a week supporting the education, ministry, social work, and programs of Faithful Servant Missions. For readers looking for a more detailed recounting, keep on scrolling! The Schedule […]

Today I Took Care

Today I took care. I took care of myself. Am I using that phrase correctly? I’ve only heard it as “take care” so it sounds a bit wonky. Kind of like “passersby” or “brothers-in-law.” Technically correct, but definitely makes me do a double take. Anyway, back to the main point. Today I took care of […]