When Big Kids Leave the Church

05/21/24 • 44 min

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women)

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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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.
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What to Do When You Feel Overwhelmed

In this episode, Danielle Bean discusses what to do when you feel overwhelmed. She shares personal experiences of feeling overwhelmed and offers practical advice on how to handle it. Her four main suggestions are: give yourself a break, ask for help, get a fresh perspective, and pray. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and seeking support from others. She also recommends praying the Litany of Trust and the Surrender Novena to help cultivate trust in God and surrender to His will.
Takeaways

Feeling overwhelmed is a common experience, especially during busy seasons of life.
It's important to give yourself a break and be honest about what you can realistically handle.
Asking for help and seeking support from others is essential in managing overwhelm.
Getting a fresh perspective can help shift your mindset and alleviate stress.
Prayer, particularly the Litany of Trust and the Surrender Novena, can provide comfort and guidance in times of overwhelm.

Also mentioned in this episode: Litany of Trust and Surrender Novena
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In this episode, Danielle Bean discusses five ways to find rest in God, including prayer and meditation, attending Mass and receiving the Eucharist, going to confession, reading scripture, and acts of service and charity.
Takeaways

Finding rest in God involves prayer, meditation, attending Mass, receiving the Eucharist, going to confession, reading scripture, and acts of service and charity.
Exploring the world of saints and angels can be done at one's own pace, and there is no one right way to do it.
A listener's question about expanding her prayer life to include saints and Mary is addressed with encouragement to take it one step at a time and explore the world of saints and angels at her own pace.

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