44 min
When Big Kids Leave the Church Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women)
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- Christianity
In this episode, Danielle Bean discusses the topic of when big kids leave the Church with her guest, Celeste Behe. They talk about the challenges and heartbreak that parents face when their adult children choose to leave the faith. Celeste shares her personal experience and how it led her to start the St. Monica Ministry, which offers support and hope to families and friends of fallen away Catholics. They discuss the importance of prayer, the power of community, and the need to focus on the love and beauty of our bodies as mothers. Overall, the episode offers encouragement and resources for those dealing with this difficult situation.
Takeaways
When adult children leave the church, parents often feel guilty and alone, but it's important to remember that their story is not over yet and to continue praying for them.The St. Monica Ministry provides support and hope to families and friends of fallen away Catholics through meetings, holy hours, and the Wayfaring St. Monica program.It's important to be mindful of the influences we allow into our lives and to focus on the love and beauty of our bodies as mothers.Prayer and confession can help us overcome negative thoughts and tendencies and remind us of God's unconditional love for us.Learn more about Celeste and the St. Monica Ministry.
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In this episode, Danielle Bean discusses the topic of when big kids leave the Church with her guest, Celeste Behe. They talk about the challenges and heartbreak that parents face when their adult children choose to leave the faith. Celeste shares her personal experience and how it led her to start the St. Monica Ministry, which offers support and hope to families and friends of fallen away Catholics. They discuss the importance of prayer, the power of community, and the need to focus on the love and beauty of our bodies as mothers. Overall, the episode offers encouragement and resources for those dealing with this difficult situation.
Takeaways
When adult children leave the church, parents often feel guilty and alone, but it's important to remember that their story is not over yet and to continue praying for them.The St. Monica Ministry provides support and hope to families and friends of fallen away Catholics through meetings, holy hours, and the Wayfaring St. Monica program.It's important to be mindful of the influences we allow into our lives and to focus on the love and beauty of our bodies as mothers.Prayer and confession can help us overcome negative thoughts and tendencies and remind us of God's unconditional love for us.Learn more about Celeste and the St. Monica Ministry.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Check out custom Bible covers from OreMoose and use code BEAN15 for 15% off your Father’s Day gift purchase. Be sure to follow them on Instagram or Facebook or sign up for their email newsletter for exclusive discounts and promotions.
Get daily news headlines from a catholic perspective delivered right to your inbox every day with The Loop. Get The Loop today!ANNOUNCEMENTS
Go beyond the podcast! For bonus podcasts, weekly columns, exclusive live events, and more, subscribe here!Contact:
Email Danielle Bean
Danielle Bean on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Voxer
44 min
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