Qualified - Lessons in Loss

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When his brother died of a drug overdose, Scott LaPierre was depressed and confused.  He accepted an invitation to church with his coworkers where he experienced genuine compassion and love that would leave him wanting more.

Join me for an authentic conversation with a teacher turned pastor who will now encourage you with his knowledge of scripture and real life experiences with loss.  

Learn more about Pastor Scott at his website: scottlapierre.org

#scottlapierre #afatheroffershisson  #brothersdeath #fatheralzheimers  #growthintrials 

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As a survivor of the mass genocide in Cambodia in 1975, Sara Im is well-acquainted with adversity and loss.  In this episode, Sara shares her story of being held captive by the Khmer Rouge and forced to spend her days in a hard labor camp away from the family she loves.   Listen and be encouraged by her testimony of faith, perseverance and love.

To learn more about Sara and to obtain a copy of her book, click on the link below:
https://www.saraim.com/book

#killingfieldssurvivor #massgenocidesurvivor #overcomingloss

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Is Heaven a real place?  Is my loved one there?  Can they hear us if we talk to them?  How do I go on living when the person I loved dearly has died?  Dr. Paul Lenderman, Certified Grief Counselor, Thanatologist, Chaplain, and Music Therapist joined me on this episode to answer some of the hard questions about loss. 

In addition to his educational background, Dr. Lenderman experienced his own great personal loss when his younger brother Mark passed away suddenly in 2018.  A year later, he founded Mark Ministries in his honor.  This unique, nonprofit organization serves individuals, families, churches, and businesses, providing grief support for all bereaved persons coping with the loss of a loved one, pet, or anything of significant value.

www.markministries.com

#markministries #griefsupport #DrPaulLenderman #isheavenreal #saytheirnames

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Seeking counsel after his divorce, Jim talks with a therapist who uses the word misogynist to describe his personality.  Shocked and ashamed, he sets out to make changes and break out of the behavior patterns that were modeled to him growing up.  Listen in as Jim shares the lessons he learned and the journey he embarked on that led him to finding genuine love.    

#misogynist #divorce #radicaltransformation #findingloveagain

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What is the standard for being a great father?  Where does a man turn to determine his worth and value as a dad?  In this episode, I interview Jeremy -  a husband, father and pastor, who shares his own experience and biblical insights on this engaging subject.

#whatisagreatfather #amiagooddad #fathersdayloss 

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In this episode, Yvette opens up about the struggles associated with infertility. She shares the pain and frustration she felt about the course of daily injections, social pressure and the emotional hardship that would take its toll on her and her husband.  Ultimately the decision to adopt would take the couple on a new journey of faith and love that would forever change their lives!

#infertility #infertilitytoadoption #painofinfertility #adoption

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In this episode, Ron shares about a series of traumatic events that took place in his life, including the death of his 17 year old Son, Daniel.  Following years of depression and even thoughts of suicide, Ron finally saw light in the darkness the day he walked into Life Church in Colorado Springs.  

#losingmyson #cumulativegrief #beastfitarmy #prayerispowerful #useourplatforms #fathersgrief

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Mother's Day can be a difficult day for some.  Bereaved moms, moms who are estranged from their children, children who are estranged from their moms, women who are facing infertility and/or  miscarriages, those whose moms have passed away, and many more.

 Today I will talk with Lorrie about the loss of her mom, her grief journey, and her thoughts on the losses associated with discrimination and racial bias.

 #mothersdayhurts #blackmothers #stillmissmymom #mothersdaywithoutmom #bereavedmothersday #longingtobeamom

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On December 11, 2012, LeAnn lost her 16-year old son Andy to suicide.  Determined to raise awareness about this difficult topic, she immediately took action, starting a foundation and speaking publicly, even in the midst of her own grief. 

In 2019, she wrote and published a book, How to Live When You Want to Die, sharing her painful experience with the purpose of providing inspiration and encouragement to others.

LeAnn's Foundation:
www.andyssunshine.com

To purchase LeAnn's book:

https://www.amazon.com/How-Live-When-You-Want/dp/1692982656/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2M09A8D8SKZVG&keywords=how+to+live+when+you+want+to+die&qid=1649780368&sprefix=how+to+live+when+you%2Caps%2C327&sr=8-1&pldnSite=1

#teensuicide #praiseyouinthisstorm #overcomer

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When Elaine learned that her 4-year-old son had Duchenne muscular dystrophy and that he would most likely not live past his teen years, she made a decision to enjoy every day of their lives together.  She explains her feelings of anticipatory grief prior to Matt’s passing, her unique approach to processing her emotions following his death, and the impact of secondary loss .  
#Duchennemusculardystrophy #anticipatorygrief #secondaryloss