An Inheritance of Hope | Jill Thompson

Living with intention in uncertain times is one of the greatest challenges we can face.Today on the Faithly Podcast, Alicia Lee is joined by Jill Thompson from Inheritance of Hope—a ministry supporting families facing the reality of a parent’s terminal illness—for a deeply moving conversation about legacy and hope in the midst of overwhelming grief.

Jill shares the powerful story behind the ministry’s founding, shaped by her close friend Kristen Milligan’s terminal cancer diagnosis at just 30 years old. What began as a desire to help Kristen’s own children understand life and loss has grown into a nationwide movement, serving thousands of families with care and providing lasting support across the country.

Together, Alicia and Jill explore what it means to build a legacy not just for the future, but in the way we live today, through love, presence, and an eternal perspective. Jill also introduces the concept of ‘jorrow’—the coexistence of joy and sorrow—and reflects on how families can experience both, even in life’s most difficult seasons. From Legacy Retreats to ongoing support communities, this conversation highlights the transformative power of showing up for one another—and the kind of hope that remains, even in the face of loss.

Website: https://inheritanceofhope.org/

(00:17) Introducing Jill Thompson and Inheritance of Hope
(01:18) Jill’s Friendship with Kristen Milligan
(05:13) Intentional Motherhood in the Face of Illness
(07:15) Redefining Legacy as a Way of Living
(08:38) Practical Encouragement for Building a Legacy
(11:35) How Inheritance of Hope Began
(15:48) Understanding 'jorrow': Joy and Sorrow Together
(20:32) How Families Can Connect with Inheritance of Hope
(25:44) How Jill’s Faith Has Changed Through the Ministry
(30:47) Kristen’s Lasting Legacy Through Her Family
(33:21) Resources, Legacy Videos, and National Legacy Month

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