Barren not Broken

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Bridging the gap of infertility between family, friends, and femininity. Never give up on your dreams but never let the unfulfilled ones keep your heart barren. This podcast helps people discover that we all have barren places in our lives. Your story is not over; be encouraged there is more waiting to be written!

  1. SEP 10

    The Power of Counseling

    In this conversation, Jason and BonnieRuth Rolf sit down with Kimberly Galindo, LPC-S, CST—a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, EMDR Certified Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, Consultant in Training, and Leadership & Relationship Coach. Together, they explore how navigating infertility, loss, and childlessness often feels like a private and isolating journey. The Rolf’s share from their own experience how inviting trusted counselors into their story not only helped them stay married but also allowed their relationship to flourish in the midst of grief and unmet expectations. Kimberly brings insight into what it looks like to find the right counselor, debunks common myths around therapy, and reminds us that counseling is not just about “fixing problems,” but about investing in a marriage that is resilient and thriving for the long game. This episode speaks hope into places that may feel barren, offering practical tools, encouragement, and the reminder that we don’t have to walk this road alone. Remember no matter the barren places in our lives we do not have to live broken.

    45 min

  2. AUG 13

    Holding Space for Grief and Faith- Myles and Dee MacCloskey

    In this deeply vulnerable conversation, Pastors Myles & Dee MacCloskey join the Rolf’s to talk about the complicated intersection of grief, faith, marriage, and healing. They open up about their journey through unexpected loss, secondary infertility, and miscarriage—and how it tested their marriage, their hearts, and their hope. But this episode isn’t just about pain. It’s about making space for questions, grace, and God’s faithfulness—even when the road feels long and when we feel lost, God's love always finds us. It’s about choosing to grow individually so you can heal together. It’s about placing your dreams and disappointments in God’s hands and letting Him breathe hope again. Whether you’re walking through loss or love someone who is, this episode will remind you: God can handle your questions. His grace meets you in the wrestle. He holds space with you to find hope.    About the guests: Pastors Myles & Dee MacCloskey lead Jesus is Here, a church in Frisco, TX. As parents, pastors, and those who’ve walked through miscarriage and secondary infertility, they bring deep empathy and lasting hope to those on similar journeys.

    57 min

  3. JUL 9

    What We Didn’t Know We Needed

    In this heartfelt and honest episode, Jason and BonnieRuth share their personal story—24 years of marriage, 19 of those spent navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, and ultimately, childlessness. They open up about the unexpected lessons, the deep pain, and the surprising growth they experienced along the way. This episode offers both practical and spiritual tools for couples walking through similar struggles. With vulnerability and hope, they speak to the reality that no couple imagines this path when they say “I do,” but it’s a journey that doesn’t have to define or defeat you. Whether you’re in the thick of it or supporting someone who is, this episode is filled with encouragement, empathy, and real-life insight to help you discover what you didn’t know you needed.

    36 min

  4. JUN 11

    Keith & Taryn – Love, Loss & the Layers Between

    🎙 NEW EPISODE: Keith & Taryn – Love, Loss & the Layers Between 💔➡️💞 Keith and Taryn met in college and have been married since 2015. Their journey includes the joys of raising two beautiful children—and the deep heartbreak of three miscarriages and a season of secondary infertility. In this powerful episode of Barren Not Broken, they invite us into their story with rare vulnerability. Together, they open up about: 🔸 The emotional toll of secondhand infertility 🔸 Walking through miscarriage—three times 🔸 How grief looks different for each spouse 🔸 Keith’s honest take on being a grieving husband and father 🔸 Taryn’s insight into the emotional and physical complexity of loss 🔸 What healing together can look like—and why hope is still possible Whether you’re in the thick of it or walking alongside someone who is, this episode will help you feel seen, understood, and never alone.

    1h 11m

  5. MAY 14

    Holding Both: Infertility, Foster Care & the Sacred Tension

    In this heartfelt and honest conversation, Caitlyn Baten shares her journey through infertility and how it intersects with her deep passion for foster care and adoption. With a heart rooted in justice and mercy, Caitlyn opens up about what it means to live in the tension—longing for children of her own while being deeply invested in the lives of vulnerable children around the world. She gently challenges the idea that adoption is a “solution” for infertility and speaks with clarity and compassion about how the Church can better support both. Her story is one of grace, grit, and unwavering hope.

    59 min

  6. APR 9

    Miscarried Hope — Navigating Loss, Love & Leadership with Mark and Rachel Lohman

    In this powerful and heartfelt episode, our Host Jason and Bonnie Ruth sit down with Mark and Rachel, lead pastors of The Bridge Church in Chino, CA, both are communicators of real hope and healing. Rachel, also is the author of Miscarried Hope and the founder of Hope Again Collective a jewelry line that gives back to moms who have experienced pregnancy loss. In this episode she shares alongside her husband Mark as they open up about the raw, unfiltered journey of walking through miscarriage — not just as individuals, but as a couple, and as leaders of a church community. Together, they share how grief shook their foundation, yet how their faith became an anchor through the storm. They talk candidly about the personal pain of loss, the strain it can put on a relationship, and how they fought to stay connected — to God and to each other — even when the road felt dark and uncertain. This episode is for couples who have walked through the heartbreak of pregnancy loss and are longing to feel less alone. It’s a conversation full of grace, wisdom, and vulnerability — one that offers practical ways to close the communication gaps that grief can open, and helps chart a course toward healing, intimacy, and renewed faith. You’ll walk away feeling seen, supported, and encouraged to remember that no matter the barren places in our lives we do not have to live broken.

    42 min

  7. MAR 12

    Faith, Fertility & Finding Hope

    A Doctor’s Perspective how couples can approach decision making, mindset, next steps while navigating faith.  This was a powerful conversation that we hope encourages and inspires you.  Dr. Collins is Board Certified Reproductive Endocrinologist at Center for Reproductive Endocrinology Center for Reproductive Endocrinology  Yale University School of Medicine.  The Rolfs have grown to respect him, his faith and practice greatly.  Thank you to Twelve 12 ministries for allowing us to share this interview from their October 2024 event. We are grateful for our friendship with this ministry and Dr. Collins Remember no matter the barren places in our lives we do not have to live broken.

    19 min

  8. FEB 12

    Childless not Purposeless

    In this episode we get the opportunity to talk with Chris and Megan Rea of No Small Life & Make Love Work,  as they share their journey of navigating infertility and childlessness not by choice, within their marriage and faith community. We will hear how they were able to experience loss while developing a deeper faith but also some of the boundaries they had to create within their community in order to walk through this time in a more healthy way. They remind us that they may be childless but they are not purposeless. Be sure to visit them at nosmalllife.me and makelovework.me for more about their story and for resources if you are walking through this journey as well!

    42 min
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Bridging the gap of infertility between family, friends, and femininity. Never give up on your dreams but never let the unfulfilled ones keep your heart barren. This podcast helps people discover that we all have barren places in our lives. Your story is not over; be encouraged there is more waiting to be written!

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  • Creator
    Barrennotbroken
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
    Clean
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