Category: Healing
Episode 18: Dealing with Rejection

Episode 18: Dealing with Rejection

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We’ve all experienced rejection, and more than likely there are a few particular rejections in your life that sting longer than others. Whether it is a job we really wanted, a relationship we loved, or a family member we wanted in our life, the pain of rejection hits deeply. Why does rejection hurt so much? What are practical and spiritual steps we can take towards healing? In this episode, Jacque and Megan reflect on the effects of rejection and how to deal with it.

Resources:

Source on MRI Studies

Psalm 139

Lyrics to “The Never Haves” by artist Foreknown

Life of the Beloved by Henri Nowen

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Mid-week Minisode: Our Words for the Year

Mid-week Minisode: Our Words for the Year

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We’re entering a new year! Instead of New Year’s Resolutions, Megan and Jacque have chosen words to shape the upcoming year. In this special mid-week mini episode, they both discuss what God has burdened their hearts with for this year and what He has been teaching them.

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Episode 15: “Church Hurt” and My Faith – Megan’s Faith Journey

Episode 15: “Church Hurt” and My Faith – Megan’s Faith Journey

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What do you do when you step out in faith and if feels like God lets you down? What do you do when the people who are supposed to lead you to Jesus hurt you instead? In this episode, Megan discusses her struggle with ministry failure, church hurt, and doubts in her faith walk and how God has continued to show grace. She talks about what she has learned through her faith journey, her call to ministry, and God’s incredible mercy for her each step of the way.

 

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Episode 14: My Reversion – Jacque’s Faith Journey

Episode 14: My Reversion – Jacque’s Faith Journey

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Is God present in our suffering? Does he have a heart for those struggling? In this episode, Jacque talks about her struggle with these questions and reversion to the Catholic faith through the intercession of Mary, the Mother of God, the Eucharist, and loving and supportive community. She talks about what drove her away from the faith and the endless patience and mercy God conveyed as she made her way back.

Resources:

Litany of Humility

Totus Tuus Maria

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Episode 13: I’m 24 and I’ve Never Had a Boyfriend – Reflections on Singleness

Episode 13: I’m 24 and I’ve Never Had a Boyfriend – Reflections on Singleness

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There is this idea embedded in our culture, and specifically our Christian culture, that something is wrong with you if you aren’t dating, in a relationship, or being pursued by guys. Most women have a deep desire to be united to another. In this episode, Jacque and Megan both reflect on the struggles (and the beauty) of singleness. 

Resources:

“My Sisters the Saints” by Colleen Carol Campbell

ARRR

 

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Episode 12: Becoming One – Reflections on Marriage

Episode 12: Becoming One – Reflections on Marriage

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Everyone says the first year of marriage is the “hardest”, but is that true? What is that first year like? What is some practical advice for young couples preparing for marriage? In this episode, Megan reflects on her first year and what she has personally learned through the experience.

Some GREAT books recommendations from Megan on marriage:

The Meaning of Marriage by Tim and Kathy Keller

The Marriage Builder by Dr. Larry Crabb

Tying the Knot by Rob Green

 

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Episode 11: Is Sex Work Empowering?

Episode 11: Is Sex Work Empowering?

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Meet Rachel! In this episode, Jacque and Megan discuss Rachel’s perspective on the effects of sex work. Rachel graduated from Moody Bible Institute with a degree in Ministry to Victims of Sexual Exploitation and has worked in several organizations serving women leaving this lifestyle. Jacque also discusses her experience working for an organization which served men in survival prostitution.

Some of the issues covered in this episode:

  1. What is the definition of sex work?
  2. Is sex work connected to trafficking/abuse/rape? 
  3. Is sex work “real work” in the sense that it should be considered a job?
  4. Does sex work encourage men to view women as commodities?
  5. What are some dangers of glorifying sex work?
  6. What is the definition of exploitation? In what ways does sex work exploit women?
  7. Why do people enter this lifestyle?

Sources:

WHO Definition of Sexual Exploitation

 

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Episode 8: Battling Depression and Anxiety – A Story of Healing & Perseverance

Episode 8: Battling Depression and Anxiety – A Story of Healing & Perseverance

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In this episode, Jacque discusses her life-long battle with major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. She discusses her experience with therapy and medication and the healing she has undergone.

Warning: This episode discusses suicide and suicide ideations.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

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Episode 7: My Journey with Anxiety

Episode 7: My Journey with Anxiety

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Everyone’s experience with anxiety is different, but in this episode, Megan details how anxiety has affected her throughout her life. Although she still struggles, Megan outlines areas in her life where she has seen healing, how mental illness has affected her spiritual life, and her feelings towards medication. Your story may be different, but we hope you are encouraged in knowing that you are not alone.

Warning: This episode discusses mental illness, specifically anxiety disorders, suicidal ideation, and vague mentions of self-harm. 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

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Episode 5: The Path of Healing is the Valley of Death

Episode 5: The Path of Healing is the Valley of Death

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Healing is not linear and often is not spontaneous. How do we find hope in healing? What does the process look like?

In this episode, Jacque discusses what she has learned about healing in her own life. Many of her thoughts come from listening to podcast The Place We Find Ourselves hosted by counselor Adam Young, a three part series of healing where he brings in both the clinical, psychological, but also the deeply spiritual elements of healing and how they very much coincide.

PODCAST MENTIONED: The Place We Find Ourselves

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