Our Team

Bio

Aura Lynn-Rouse, Founder/CEO, is a remarkable leader with a deeply personal understanding of overcoming adversity. In 2008, a tragic accident resulted in a four-year prison sentence, giving Aura firsthand experience with the immense struggles of reentry. Her journey of reinvention, fueled by education and 12-step programs, led to her restoration—reuniting her with her family, rebuilding her career, and reclaiming her dignity, all made possible with the support of others.

In sobriety since 2008, Aura’s passion is to uplift and empower other women. She has had a profound impact, having mentored, advised, counseled, sponsored, and financially supported countless homeless women and ex-offenders since her release. Aura’s commitment is evident in her two transitional homes, which provide a safe haven for up to 22 women. She also has the privilege of bringing life skills and recovery to the incarcerated. Additionally, she operates “Angels Second Chance Boutique,” a unique space that offers more than just clothing; it’s a place where many find hot meals, free apparel, and crucial support when they can’t afford basic necessities. Aura’s life is a powerful testament to the possibility of restoration, and her mission is to freely share the transformative tools she has gained.

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Lisa Cielosczyk-Bramlett is the Co-founder and Vice President. She is a registered nurse and brings her energetic, highly motivated fervor to our ministry. Her passion for healing and keen eye for triage bridges organizational needs across all programs.

She enjoys solving the puzzle-matrix of needs, finding what’s missing, and streamlining efficient processes. She’s a firm believer in the healing power of words and strives to maintain an uplifting and motivational framework both for her own healing journey and everyone she meets.

She’s always happy to provide a listening ear and helping hand.

Board of Directors

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As the CEO’s daughter, Jalisa Lynn knows firsthand the struggles of reentry. She is very passionate about reentry and the way it influences our future. She thrives off helping individuals reach their greatest potential and is dedicated to reaching the world with the vision of Angels of Mercy Ministries.

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Karen Raborn is the Director of Business Development for The Orlando Law Group for
the past 6 years. Prior to working at the law firm she was in the banking and financial
industry for 30+ years. She is a member as well as an ambassador for the Seminole
County Chamber. Karen is an advocate in the fight against Human Trafficking as a
Mission Ambassador for Paving The Way Foundation, Love Missions and also
volunteers with the Florida Abolitionists. Karen was awarded “Volunteer of the Year” by
the Orlando Main Streets Gateway District in 2017 as a result of a hotel security
presentation she gave on Human trafficking which resulted in the rescue of a trafficking
victim and arrest of the trafficker at a hotel near the Orlando International Airport.
In her free time, Karen enjoys bowling, classic car shows, walking, sightseeing, civil war
history, motorcycle riding (aka “Wind Therapy) and is a member of a national and
international motorcycle organization, Southern Cruisers Riding Club which supports St.
Jude’s Children’s Hospital. She has two married daughters and 2 grandchildren and
loves spending with all of the them.

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With his devotion to simple and effective health care delivered with compassion, Brandon Fletcher, MD, is known for helping patients achieve optimal wellness.

Dr. Fletcher founded Nostalgia Family Medicine in Longwood, Florida, with his wife, Emily, who is a registered nurse.

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Valorie Floyd is a wife, mother and woman of God. She has been volunteering at John E Polk correctional facility for decades.

She is the chaplain’s assistant. She is a prayer warrior and has a heart for God’s ladies. She has continued to encourage and pray over countless women. She has been part of this vision in many ways for many years.

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Mike Gagnon, Esq. is a criminal law attorney with Gear Law who has a passion for justice and the people of this community. He is a self-proclaimed “good guy.”

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Firstly, let me say, I am so happy to be a part of Angels of Mercy and thank Aura and her staff for such an amazing opportunity. I pray my time and talents can assist the organization as well as all the amazing women it assists.

I decided to leave the field of law as a certified paralegal for over 25 years and I entered the world of nonprofit as finance/office manager for Recovery House of Central Florida, Inc. Recovery House of Central Florida, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that assists men who are dealing with addiction issues by providing housing, employment, education, and support.

I have learned that addiction shows no bias – whether it be age, race, or social strata. But at the very core of an addict’s being – they are a mother, father, sister, or brother. Everyone deserves a second chance.

In my spare time, I enjoy life as a daughter, sister, mother of one (Hilton) and grandmother of two (Rahkwan and Jaxon)! I enjoy yoga, gardening, word games and time with friends.

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Stan Smith has brokered, purchased and/or developed thousands of acres into strip centers, residential subdivisions, country living tracts, mixed-use/commercial subdivisions, ministries, and youth centers.

He’s held various roles as President, Managing Director and CEO of several entities.

In the prison and homeless ministry he manages various youth programs, team building, survival training and has put on several mud runs and other large scale. He believes in the vision and helped us secure our first home.

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Joshua Weidenhamer is a highly resourceful and dedicated program director with over 18 years of experience advocating for people with
developmental disabilities and living with mental illness. He brings operational experience in administration, finance,
development, and direct client care with strong relationship management skills and the ability to lead multidisciplinary
teams through strategic planning processes. He has a passion for reducing restraints and supporting individuals without the use
of aversive interventions.