About Us
A Mission of Hope
Restoring Lives Through Faith
Guardians Grace exists to enable individuals to experience the healing that is promised in Psalm 71:20 "Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth you will again bring me up."
We recognize the importance of faith support to aid in recovery. All of our ordained chaplains are either in recovery or have an extensive background in recovery support.
Our founder, Richard Singletary, was appalled by the rate of veteran suicide and decided to do something about it. After researching, he discovered the clinical linkage between suicide and alcohol/substance abuse and/or trauma. Most recovery options do not provide for constitutionally protected religious observance even though most will acknowledge that recovery is in fact a spiritual process. Guardians Grace exists to close this gap and help improve the lives of veterans and others recovering from these tragic circumstances.
Our Founder
Richard Singletary, Chaplain
Richard served nine years in the US Navy Submarine force as a nuclear chemist aboard the USS Pheonix (SSN-702), USS Orion (AS-18), and the USS Pennsylvania Blue Crew (SSBN-735). After leaving military service, he achieved corporate success in the technology project management area serving primarily large hospital systems for over twenty years. Along the way, he earned a bachelors degree in Psychology, and two MBAs (Global Technology Management and Healthcare Management), as well as multiple professional certifications..
Through a series of personal battles, he succumbed to alcohol addiction. It destroyed his marriage, relationship with his children and family, career, and eventually led him to homelessness. In a final grasp to stay alive, he entered an extended treatment program which saved his life and reconnected him to God and his family.
That put him on a path to help other vets get out of that vicious cycle. He enrolled in Liberty University's seminary program to obtain his masters degree in Divinity. He was ordained as a Chaplain in 2023 and is affiliated with the National Association of Christian Chaplains. He founded Guardians Grace Ministries in 2024 and currently serves as Chairman of the Board. He has five adult children two of which were adopted from China.
Board of Directors
Jonathan Stiglich
Jonathan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida with over 14 years of comprehensive experience in the mental health field corporately and in private practice. His work has been both domestic and international incorporating a wide perspective of diverse mental health practices and cultural considerations. He is currently the Clinical Director at a leading substance abuse and mental health treatment center.
Throughout his career he has served in a range of roles within the treatment process spanning every level of care, developing a well-rounded perspective on the intricacies of mental health care. His approach to therapy is both empathetic and results-driven, creating a safe and supportive environment for sustainable life change. Each client receives the highest standard of care tailored to their unique needs.
Jonathan joined our Board of Directors in 2024.
Gino Rubens
Gino is a dedicated clinical therapist licensed in the State of Florida with a passion for making a difference. He knows that each decision and interaction can lead to a greater impact. He is deeply committed to fostering growth and aiding others. He has a deep appreciation for the resilience of the human spirit and the profound impact that introspection and faith can have on our lives.
His journey has been guided by a genuine desire to support individuals in their pursuit of positive change and understanding of themselves in a spiritual and mental aspect. Life is full of sporadic roadblocks and challenging twists and turns. He has learned that within each of those struggles, there is always a solution, a moment to grow stronger, and a need to pass that knowledge and encouragement forward to another’s journey. “Humans are capable of enduring stress, worry, and doubt. But they are also capable of overcoming daunting tasks through faith and working alongside one another.”
Gino joined the Board of Directors in 2024.
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But above all pray.
Healing happens. We see it every day!
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