Nurturing Words: Voices of Experience

Memories that bring a smile to your face are great tools to help through the grief journey. This week our episode focuses on how we can keep our mother’s memory alive for ourselves and others around us.  Blog writer, Julie Thompson, shares one way she found comfort in carrying on something important to her mother and sharing it with others around her.

The Motherless Daughter’s Ministry’s flagship offering, “Journey Retreat,” is designed to assist you in resuming, continuing, or starting the path to healing from the impact of mother loss. The next retreat is April 26-29, 2024. Registration opened on January 22nd. Reserve your seat! Find information here on our website, https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/. 

Resources

Podcast Episode highlights blogs by Julie Thompson, https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2019/11/24/the-stories-my-mom-shared-with-me/

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Being hurt by those you look to for nurturing and support is most painful. It is challenging to continue hoping to have expectations for a loving relationship fulfilled. Learning to forgive under these circumstances is even more challenging.  This episode features blog writer, Rekita Chenault, as she reveals a part of her journey to discover the power of forgiveness.

The Motherless Daughter’s Ministry’s flagship offering, “Journey Retreat,” is designed to assist you in resuming, continuing, or starting the path to healing from the impact of mother loss. The next retreat is April 26-29, 2024. Registration opened January 22nd. Reserve your seat! Find information here on our website, https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/. 

Resources

 Podcast episode highlights a blog from Rekita Chenault:   https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2022/04/06/learning-to-forgive/

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The Motherless Daughters Ministry (MDM) is blessed to have an active team of volunteers. MDM podcast administrator, Sarah Lynn Wells, has conducted interviews to learn more about their stories of getting involved with the ministry. Each episode highlights how they have seen God use their stories to help others, and what they’ve learned from working with the ministry. In this episode we are highlighting the work of Johnda Buck, how she learned about the ministry, and what she has learned as a volunteer.

For more information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

Resources

"The Journey" Retreat is being held April 26 - 29, 2024.   Registration opened January 22nd. Reserve your seat! Find information here on our website,  https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/. 

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A season can be defined as a period identified by a set of distinguishing characteristics. This episode features another blog by C.A. Bleu which reveals her journey into reflection on the past year of growth. Her “season of searching” included courageous exploration of truths that were “struggling to reveal their bone structure…”  What began as a painful challenge unfolds into a “renewed” period of growth.

The Motherless Daughter’s Ministry “Journey Retreat” is designed to assist you in resuming, continuing or starting the path to healing from the impact of mother loss. The next retreat is April 26-29, 2024. Registration opens on January 22 with a FLASH SALE that ends on the 27th. Reserve your seat! Find information at our website,  https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/.

Resources:
Podcast Episode highlights a blog from C.A. Bleu:
https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/?s=season+of+searching

Song of the Day:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDaI725AkoI

 More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

 Motherless Daughters Ministry is a 501(c) (3) non-profit that depends on the generous support of donations from listeners like you.  To donate or sign up for our newsletter and more resources, visit our website atwww.motherlessdaughtesministry.com  

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A well-known quote says “It’s always darkest just before the dawn.” This episode shares one of the darkest nights in the life of author, C.A. Bleu.  Out of the ashes of this experience arises a breakthrough to a new beginning on a firm foundation.

Resources

Podcast Episode highlights a blog from C.A. Bleu
https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2022/10/26/broken-and-remade/

Song of the Day:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzGAYNKDyIU

 More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

 Motherless Daughters Ministry is a 501(c) (3) non-profit that depends on the generous support of donations from listeners like you.  To donate or sign up for our newsletter and more resources, visit our website atwww.motherlessdaughtesministry.com  

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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, this episode is focused on gratitude. Both God’s Word and psychology point to the significant benefits of cultivating a practice of gratitude in our lives. When we are struggling with grief or pain, it can feel hard to focus on gratitude. But gratitude can be an important part of our healing journey.

On this last episode of 2023, we would like to thank you for listening to our podcasts and for your support. We leave this year with an account from ministry volunteer, Cathy DiBella who shared the hope she clings to, even when Christmas doesn’t quite look the way you want it to.

Resources

Podcast Episode highlights a blog from Cathi DiBella: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2018/12/09/christmas-hope/

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There’s such pressure to enjoy and be happy during the holiday season. But, for a motherless daughter, it can feel more like the loneliest rather than a wonderful time of the year. This episode looks at Julie Thompson’s story of finding moments of joy among the grief during the holidays.  

Resources

Podcast Episode highlights a blog from Julie Thompson:

https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2017/12/10/when-the-holidays-are-bittersweet/

“Just Because It’s Christmas” by Anne Wilson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkVCiOuX9fg

Motherless Daughters Ministry is a 501(c) (3) non-profit that depends on the generous support of donations from listeners like you.  To donate or sign up for our newsletter and more resources, visit our website atwww.motherlessdaughtesministry.com  

Thanks for listening! Find our podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon Music, and Audible. Also, find and follow the Motherless Daughters Ministry on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube.

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, this episode is focused on gratitude. Both God’s word and psychology point to the significant benefits of cultivating a practice of gratitude in our life. When we are struggling with grief or pain in our life, it can feel hard to focus on gratitude. But gratitude can be an important part of our healing journey. Chris Fishel is a Motherless Daughters Ministry volunteer who shares her many skills and abilities for the growth of the ministry. In this episode, we share her story of discovery as she created an environment of gratitude in her household.

The podcast Episode highlights a blog from Chris Fishel:
https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2016/04/17/cultivating-thankfulness-cant-erased/

More blogs by Chris Fishel:
https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/?s=Chris+Fishel

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The fourth episode of a series highlighting Motherless Daughters Ministry volunteers. MDM podcast administrator, Sarah Lynn Wells, interviews volunteers to learn more about their stories of getting involved with the ministry. We will be highlighting various volunteers in this series to learn more about the work they do with MDM, how they have seen God use their stories to help others, and what they’ve learned from working with the ministry. This episode features ministry volunteer, Cathy DiBella, who also authors blogs and serves as a program facilitator.

More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

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Motherless Daughters can experience a range of negative emotions as they process and work through their grief journey. For some, one of those negative emotions included in their grief is guilt. There can be a variety of reasons motherless daughters feel guilt, but no matter why it adds complication and pain to their grief. This episode explores ways to combat the guilt that sets in and how to surrender that and find healing in God. This podcast shares the blog, “When Guilt Sets In,” by Amanda Loduca about her experience with mother loss, guilt, and the peace she found.

Resources

Podcast Episode highlights a blog from Amanda Loduca:

https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2017/10/01/when-guilt-sets-in/

More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

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In our world, busyness is often praised and valued. But as motherless daughters, we often find that constant busyness and distractions only deepen our struggles and longing for peace. It may help distract us temporarily, but we need true healing. God can bring us peace and healing when we find true rest in Him.  This episode explores how healing it can be to slow down and rest in God’s presence and word.

Resources

“Oceans” by Hillsong UNITED: https://open.spotify.com/track/3rIxnCByhbAz0cVglg1QVb?autoplay=true

Podcast Episode highlights a blog from Danielle Ilacqua,

https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2017/07/30/resting/

More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

Thanks for listening! Find our podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon Music, and Audible. Also, find and follow the Motherless Daughters Ministry on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube.

 This new series highlights MDM podcast administrator, Sarah Lynn Wells, interviewing volunteers to learn more about their stories of getting involved with the ministry. We will learn about the work they do with MDM, how they have seen God use their stories to help others, and what they’ve learned from working with the ministry.

 This episode features ministry volunteer and blog writer, Gina Ellis. She gives an account of her journey of self-discovery to begin healing from the impact of her loss. It is encouraging to understand that amid healing we can be of tremendous support to others in grief. Her story testifies to the revelation that grief is a journey versus a destination. 

More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

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Whether we lost our mom as a young child or later in life, there is a pain left behind that we wish God could heal so we never feel it again. But, the reality is our grief and struggles are a journey. We will never be free of pain and struggle on this side of Heaven. This episode is based on the blog “You Will be Healed, It’s Only a Matter of Time.” It explores how it feels to trust and serve God even when we are struggling through grief. 

Resources
“Blessings” by Laura Story: https://open.spotify.com/track/6lV8cAancMB859zfBUqpPZ

Podcast Episode highlights a blog from Sarah Lynn Wells,

https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2023/04/05/you-will-be-healed-its-only-a-matter-of-time/

Motherless Daughters Ministry is a 501(c) (3) non-profit that depends on the generous support of donations from listeners like you.  To donate or sign up for our newsletter and more resources, visit our website atwww.motherlessdaughtesministry.com  

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Heather Wolper is the author of 25 blogs in our library. Through her writing, she opens up the door to allow us to experience her grief journey. This episode highlights the powerful tools that fueled her journey. “Bringing Beauty From Ashes” and “He Makes Beauty out of Ashes” will encourage your heart.

The MDM tools and resources have proven themselves powerful for 20 years and have created a strong community of people who support one another on the grief journey. If you would like to share your story, send us an email or leave a voicemail message from our website,  https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/. 

 Resources

“Bringing Beauty From Ashes” - https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2016/12/28/beauty-from-ashes/

“He Makes Beauty Out of Ashes” - https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2021/04/28/he-makes-beauty-out-of-ashes/

“Restoration – Beauty from Ashes” - https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2021/08/18/restoration-beauty-from-ashes/

MDM Calendar: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/calendar/

More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

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“The EAM” is “The Emotionally Absent Mother” course offered by The Motherless Daughters Ministry. Our guest writer shared what this course meant to her in the blog, “What ‘The Emotionally Absent Mother’ Class Has Done for Me.” After years of struggling through emotions connected to a painful past, she found a breakthrough.

 Registration is open for “The Emotionally Absent Mother Intensive Course.”

This 2 ½-day onsite event will be in Cincinnati OH, August 30th – September 1st.  Late registration will be available after August 22nd. Reserve your seat today! 

 The MDM tools and resources have proven themselves powerful for 20 years and have created a strong community of people who support one another on the grief journey. If you would like to share your story, send us an email or leave a voicemail message from our website,  https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/. 

Resources

“What ‘The Emotionally Absent Mother’ Course Has Done for Me”

 More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

Thanks for listening! Find our podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon Music, and Audible. Also, find and follow the Motherless Daughters Ministry on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube.

Our new series highlights The Motherless Daughters Ministry volunteers. MDM podcast administrator, Sarah Lynn Wells, interviews volunteers to learn more about their stories of getting involved with the ministry. We will be highlighting various volunteers in this series to learn more about the work they do with MDM, how they have seen God use their stories to help others, and what they’ve learned from working with the ministry.

This episode features ministry volunteer and blog writer, Chris Fishel. Her ability to put her unique story of mother loss into words allows us a glimpse into her world and experiences. She puts in many hours, in addition to her full-time job as a Senior Program Officer in the Foundation Office at a local bank. Her organizational skills, passion for problem-solving and simplifying complex processes contribute to the success of the ministry.  We appreciate Chris Fishel as the Administrative Director of the Ministry Management Team.  

 The MDM tools and resources have proven themselves powerful for 20 years and have created a strong community of people who support one another on the grief journey. If you would like to share your story, send us an email or leave a voicemail message from our website,  https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/. To view one of our newest additions, click here or go to our website and click on “Memorial Tribute Wall.”

Resources

 More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

Thanks for listening! Find our podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon Music, and Audible. Also, find and follow the Motherless Daughters Ministry on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube.

Motherhood is a challenge under the best circumstances to say nothing of doing it without your own mother. This is especially true for those others who grew up I a home with an emotionally absent mother. This episode looks at ways to become more confident as a mother and create connections with your kids that you may have missed out on. Pat Kuykendoll, one of the bloggers for Mother Daughters Ministry, shares her experience and what she’s learned about creating a healthy relationship with her children and breaking family cycles,

 For more than 20 years The Motherless Daughters Ministry (MDM) has touched the lives of women who have lost or never experienced the nurturing care of a mother. The MDM tools and resources have proven themselves powerful and have created a strong community of people who support one another on the grief journey. If you would like to share your story, send us an email or leave a voicemail message from our website,  https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/. To view one of our newest additions, click here or go to our website and click on “Memorial Tribute Wall.”

Resources

Pat Kuykendoll’s blog: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2020/11/08/creating-connection-with-your-children-when-your-own-mother-was-emotionally-absent/

 Safe House by Joshua Straub, https://www.joshuastraub.com/about-safe-house-book/

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As we have been thinking about freedom this week while celebrating the 4th of July, many of us struggle to feel freedom in our personal lives as we are stuck in our grief and pain. One of our Motherless Daughters Ministry participants shares her testimony of finding a way out of that into true freedom in Christ - freedom from pain, disappointment, family secrets, and unhealthy family cycles.

If you would like to share your mother loss story, "Contact" us by email at motherlessdaughtersministry@gmail.com.  You can, also, leave an audio message by clicking the red vertical bar "Leave us a message" to the right of the screen on the home page of the MDM website. You must leave your email address to receive a response.

Resources

More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

Motherless Daughters Ministry offerings and services

Podcast Episode highlights a testimony from a Motherless Daughters Ministry participant, https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/testimonials/anonymous-stories/

"No Longer Slaves" (Official Lyric Video)
Beth Moore website

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A Motherless Daughters Ministry blogger shares her thoughts on being stuck in survival mode. She shares her experience of loss and how it affected her faith and relationship with God. She shares encouragement on how she was able to find healing and draw closer to God while healing long-held pain and grief.

If you would like to share your mother loss story, "Contact" us by email at motherlessdaughtersministry@gmail.com.  You can, also, leave an audio message by clicking the red vertical bar "Leave us a message" to the right of the screen on the home page of the MDM website. You must leave your email address to receive a response.

Resources

More information about volunteering with Motherless Daughters Ministry: https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/giving/volunteer/

Podcast episode highlights a blog by C.A. Bleu,

https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2023/04/26/survival-mode/

 Phil Wickham’s “Battle Belongs”, https://open.spotify.com/track/1KYw86zGpAE1Cvl734nlrT?si=0bf3d85d46554c26

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Who are the people doing the work behind the scenes for the Motherless Daughters Ministry? This episode is the first in a series highlighting MDM volunteers. Sarah Lynn Wells interviews our volunteers to learn more about what they do, what they have learned, and how God has used their story to help others.

 Our first featured volunteer is the Founder, Executive Director, and Board Chair, Mary Ellen Collins. Hear about the birth of the ministry and the scope of our work. At the heart of this ministry is compassion for others and a desire to share what we have discovered and support healing.
 
If you would like to share your mother loss story, "Contact" us by email at motherlessdaughtersministry@gmail.com.  You can, also, leave an audio message by clicking the red vertical bar "Leave us a message" to the right of the screen on the home page of the MDM website. You must leave your email address to receive a response.

There are many other resources available to you on the MDM website. The newest addition to our resources is the Memorial Tribute Wall, which provides a way to honor those women who made a difference in your life.

Thanks for listening! Find our podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon Music, and Audible. Also, find and follow the Motherless Daughters Ministry on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube.