In this episode, we begin a 4 part series on the identity of women as mother. We talk about the power of motherhood at this time in history and how we are called to cultivate, guard, and develop true humanity. This call is innate in every woman whether they are a biological mother or not. We discuss the power and need for community where we can receive and be received by others and experience deeper healing. Be sure to subscribe to the Abiding Together Podcast on YouTube to watch our video podcasts!    Sister Miriam’s one thing - Restore (also available on Amazon)

Heather’s one thing - Faith of My Father album by Steffany Gretzinger

Michelle’s one thing - Sheltered Within Her Heart: 33 Days to Deeper Entrustment to Mary

 

Other Books Mentioned:

Essays on Women (Edith Stein) — also available on Amazon 

Living from the Heart (E James Wilder)

 

Discussion Questions:    

1. What stood out to you from this week’s episode?
2. What are some ways that women can cultivate, guard, and develop true humanity?
3. What ways do you long to be mothered, nurtured, and guarded?
4. What ways do you desire to experience healing in the area of motherhood either in how you are called to offer it or in how you have received it?

 

Journal Questions:

1. What did the episode stir within your heart?
2. Where do I not feel safe to myself?
3. What are my desires in the area of motherhood? Take time to talk to the Lord about this.
4. What disappointments do you need to offer to the Lord?

 

Quotes to Ponder: “To be a mother innately means to cultivate, to guard, and to develop true humanity.”  Edith Stein 

Scripture for Lectio Divina - “The word of the Lord came to me, saying, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew ] you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” - Jeremiah 1:4-5