16 | Walker & Natalie Boggs-Barrett's Bears Ministry
10/15/24 • 45 min
In 2018, the Boggs family seemed to be in a good place in life. Walker and Natalie were on fire for Christ, learning and taking in the scriptures. Their life seemed picture perfect when they received a phone call that would alter the course of their lives. Barrett went Home at just shy of being 5 months old. However, his little life would have a great purpose that has impacted thousands of families across the world. The Boggs family were in shock and grief but prayed that God would use Barrett. Through that prayer the Barrett's Bears Ministry was born.
Natalie and I were connected soon after her loss. I sent a grief basket that was delivered to her at church. You’ll hear what transpired and how our friendship deepened. She, in her greatest grief, wrote short devotions to the Lord. Crying out to God and seeking Him daily. You could almost see her on her knees reaching out to Jesus as her only lifeline. She was constantly on my mind. The Lord was using her and I asked her and encouraged her to write short devotionals on my group page. Little by little a planted seed for ministry began to grow in her heart. Through her faith she began Barrett's Bears Ministry, where she encouraged other mothers, parents and families to seek the Lord in their greatest trials.
Come to the Barrett’s Bears Ministry’s first Birthday Bash! Click on this link to find out more information or if you feel led to donate, sponsor or even volunteer! Barrett’s Birthday Bash will be on May 11th, 2024 so mark your calendars now and if you’ve received a bear bring it! I know I will! This is a worthy cause as this ministry is allowed in the most sacred spaces when families are heartbroken and devastated. Barrett’s story has brought so much encouragement to them. Barrett’s Bears Ministry is a 501c3 charity.
“When I received the Juliana Grace Ministry box my daughter watched me open the box and when she saw the bear she grabbed it, hugged it tightly and ran to her room. Now she has something to hold onto in memory of her lost sibling.” JGM grief box recipient.
Just click on Walker or Natalie if you would like to contact them. Click on Barrett’s Bears Ministry for more information.
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In 2018, the Boggs family seemed to be in a good place in life. Walker and Natalie were on fire for Christ, learning and taking in the scriptures. Their life seemed picture perfect when they received a phone call that would alter the course of their lives. Barrett went Home at just shy of being 5 months old. However, his little life would have a great purpose that has impacted thousands of families across the world. The Boggs family were in shock and grief but prayed that God would use Barrett. Through that prayer the Barrett's Bears Ministry was born.
Natalie and I were connected soon after her loss. I sent a grief basket that was delivered to her at church. You’ll hear what transpired and how our friendship deepened. She, in her greatest grief, wrote short devotions to the Lord. Crying out to God and seeking Him daily. You could almost see her on her knees reaching out to Jesus as her only lifeline. She was constantly on my mind. The Lord was using her and I asked her and encouraged her to write short devotionals on my group page. Little by little a planted seed for ministry began to grow in her heart. Through her faith she began Barrett's Bears Ministry, where she encouraged other mothers, parents and families to seek the Lord in their greatest trials.
Come to the Barrett’s Bears Ministry’s first Birthday Bash! Click on this link to find out more information or if you feel led to donate, sponsor or even volunteer! Barrett’s Birthday Bash will be on May 11th, 2024 so mark your calendars now and if you’ve received a bear bring it! I know I will! This is a worthy cause as this ministry is allowed in the most sacred spaces when families are heartbroken and devastated. Barrett’s story has brought so much encouragement to them. Barrett’s Bears Ministry is a 501c3 charity.
“When I received the Juliana Grace Ministry box my daughter watched me open the box and when she saw the bear she grabbed it, hugged it tightly and ran to her room. Now she has something to hold onto in memory of her lost sibling.” JGM grief box recipient.
Just click on Walker or Natalie if you would like to contact them. Click on Barrett’s Bears Ministry for more information.
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Give if you feel led. All donations will go to the Julianna Grace Ministry. Click on general then the Julianna Grace Ministry.
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15 | Samantha Arellano Gutierrez | Wave of Light in Shreveport Louisiana in honor of Selena Sophia
Samantha shared her inspiring story about how her mother came to America in search of a better life. Growing up, she excelled in school and went on to attend college, where she eventually met her husband. After years of dating, they both graduated and traveled before settling down in stable jobs and purchasing their first home. Feeling financially secure, they decided to start a family. As a labor and delivery nurse, Samantha was well-informed about pregnancy and the signs to look out for to prevent stillbirth. Despite her knowledge and experience, she was not immune to the possibility of facing such a heartbreaking outcome.
Samantha shares how just at 37 weeks along she gave birth to Selena Sophia Gutierrez on October 29th, 2022.
Samantha and I met at last years Wave of Light event. She holds the Wave of Light event every year at Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center in Shreveport Louisiana. Sign up here if you'd like to attend on October 15th 2024.
The Wave of Light is an annual event that takes place on October 15th to honor babies who have died during pregnancy, childbirth, or infancy. It is part of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, which was proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1988.
To participate in the Wave of Light, people around the world light candles at 7 PM local time and leave them burning for at least one hour. This can be done individually or in a group, at home or in a public space. Some people also post photos of their candles on social media using the hashtag #WaveOfLight.
The Wave of Light is a way for families and friends to come together to remember their loved ones and to show support for others who have experienced loss.
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17 | The Parable of the Persistent Widow
Today I am sharing a bible study I led on Saturday at my church. This study helped me so much and wanted to share it with some of the women who listen to this podcast.
I needed this reminder as it can become very exhausting advocating for Stillbirth but God encouraged me as I was preparing for this study.
I break it down verse per verse and share how I was taught wrong and how I was corrected.
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