Single Mom Smiling | Arming Warriors in the Battle for Marriage & Family

If you know the statistics of the "typical" single mom and her kids, you know it can be a scary world out here! If you are wondering if there is more to you and your life and your kids, than the exhaustion and stress and fear of single parenting, this episode shows you there is more! Many times we get comfortable being average, but faith tells you, you are not made for comfort. You are made for gr...

Hey there Beloved Mama, Do you sometimes we cry out to God, only to have Him return a sharp NO? How many other times, have you cried out only for Him to remain silent? This happens even when what we ask for is good for us, for our children, for the Church. This happens when it seems God's response "should" be an easy, "Yes!" How can a good God, who Loves Marriage and family, who Loves you and your...

An adulterous couple was recently caught on Coldplay's kiss cam. Social media and internet memes rip the couple apart and root for the end of their Marriages, but is this what is best in the longterm? Is this what is best for the betrayed spouses and their children? What happens to the souls of all involved? As Catholics, we need to dig into our marital vows and understand those vows are most valu...

As a single mom, you have a lot on your plate - kids, a job, housework, finances,  and so much more. It can be exhausting. You may cry out to God and anyone else who will listen! You may feel ignored or overlooked. You may wonder if God sees all the work you do. You may wonder if anyone appreciates you and your sacrifices. In today's Gospel reflection, Martha seems to understand how you feel. She...

What do you want most from life? Many moms say they want a loving husband and children and the family the way they dreamed it would be.  This is true for Christian moms, Catholic moms, married moms, single moms, and women in general. But what if you dig deeper? What ties all that together? The answer, quite simply is love. Women want love. They want to both be loved and give love. In today's episo...

No one likes asking for help. For single moms, asking for help can seem like weakness and feel like shame, but it does not have to be that way! In this episode, we read about the Good Samaritan. This traeller seems least likely to help, and yet, he's the one who cares and does what is right. When those who should care for you do not and you are left broken and alone, help often comes from unexpect...

I drove by the local Episcopal church the other day. Its lgbtqai+ agenda was boldly proclaimed in streamers in the churchyard and on a giant sign displaying the phrase:  "God loves you just the way you are"                 - the Episcopal church. The sign and pride month got me thinking.   The Catholic response seems to be: "Yes, God Loves you just the way you are... AND...too much to leave you th...

Jesus tells you to offer peace to others, but what happens when you have an ex who is hostile, or maybe even abusive? What do you do when you think someone doesn't deserve peace, but God tells you to offer it anyway?  You offer them peace knowing it will come back to you.  Then you shake the dust from your sandals and rejoice, not in casting out demons, but in where your name is written!  God Bles...

The dreams of a young woman often revolve around finding the perfect man, getting married, having babies, raising children, having a career and financial stability for a home and travel and all sorts of other good and worldly things. When a husband leaves, all those dreams come crashing down. That's when we can be grateful for living in America, which Ronald Reagan once said was "too big for small...

Few people want to admit the vast numbers of single moms imprisoned by unjust court systems. These women and their children are unable to move for better education, job opportunities, or healthcare. They are often forced to live in the same towns their abuse took place in and often not far from their abusive exes. America's court system is unjust and fails to take into account a parent's innocence...

Grief in divorce is often masked by other emotions. Learning to grieve losses, beyond those of a runaway spouse, involves validation and hope. In today's episode, I explain the unique grief of issues such as infidelity, abuse, and abandonment and give suggestions on how to deal with this intense sorrow. If you want to explore your own grief and how grief affects various aspects of your life while...

Some days it may feel like you will never recover from betrayal. It seems like you will need a miracle to feel better. What is worse is that miracles may seem to be in short supply. They certainly don't seem to apply to you and your life, but Jesus asks you to come to Him, to believe, to not turn away as the early Christians do. Jesus says miracles take place every day and never more so than throu...

When you've been traumatized, you will do almost anything to avoid further trauma and conflict. People pleasing seems like it should help you avoid conflict, but it does not. Instead, it pushes wounds down the road. People pleasing damages relationships and causes you to lose your sense of self. This is especially painful for those who had a low sense of self caused by abuse, abandonment, or other...

Have you spent hours or maybe even days begging God to give you an answer? Does it seem like sometimes He doesn't care enough to respond? When God doesn't answer the way we want Him to, it can make us angry or feel dejected. Nothing could be further from the truth! God may be asking you to take on virtue instead. Virtue will be far more valuable to you than answers! What's more is that the Lord al...

When you've been hurt by a man, it can be tempting to think all men are the same. We know this is not true, but knowing and KNOWING are two different things. In this episode, I talk about just some of the incredible men in my life and help you recognize, honor, and pray for the good men in your life as well. If you have a strong, kind, influential man in your life, let him know he is appreciated t...

Have you ever felt compelled to do something? Like there is a force inside you telling you THIS is what you were made for? And then an even more powerful force held you back? Fear? Overwhelm? Insecurities? Any number of things... Jesus says if we love Him, we will keep His Commandments. His commandments reach beyond the 10 Commandments to the calling God has placed on your heart. If you are not st...

What is holding single moms back? What fears, perfectionism, and disappointments keep you from attaining your dreams?  In today's episode, I put on my single mom life coach hat and walk you through some of what may be holding you back from what God is calling you to. Then I help you change the way you approach difficulties so you can move through obstacles and be the woman and mom you want to be!...

If you've had the rug swept out from under you in a broken relationship, it can seem like there is nothing solid to grasp onto. It can make you feel like you have lost your anchor and are free falling. But God's plans are always for your good. Hold onto the Lord and His promises, and rebuild your life stronger and more joyful than before.  God Bless... Kerri In This Episode: Sunday's readings can...

Loneliness is an epidemic with serious effects. In divorce, your foundation is shaken so badly that reaching out to others seems almost impossible.  I know this firsthand. In today's episode, I get vulnerable about loneliness and feeling like an outcast even in Church. Then, stick with me as we talk about how you can gain confidence and reach out to form better friendships.  God Bless... Kerri In...

As a survivor of emotional and verbal abuse, I know how difficult it is to admit how bad things are even to yourself. I know how easy it is to believe the lies that everything is your fault. I know how hard it is to explain to yourself, never mind anyone else. In today's episode, you will learn what can be identified as verbal abuse and some of its possible outcomes.  More importantly, you will le...

A Married woman never thinks Jesus's command to love an enemy will someday mean loving an ex-husband, but that is where many single moms find themselves. Loving your ex is not a request. Loving your ex is what Jesus commands of you. And yes! He knows how difficult that can be.  In today's episode, hear 10 ways I strive to love my ex without losing my sanity.  I'd love to hear how you strive to lov...

Abandonment and divorce are so painful, yet sometimes God allows us to suffer. Part of this is to draw us closer to Christ on the Cross. But what if there is more? What if the Lord allows you to suffer because He seeks your glorification through Jesus? What if He allows you to suffer because the Lord, who knows you better than you know yourself and who Loves you more than you love yourself, wants...

Your voice matters because YOU matter! No matter what has been done to you or said to or about you, you have a right and a duty to speak up for yourself and your children. This episode will help you find your voice and speak with confidence. God Bless... Kerri In This Episode: Sunday's readings can be found here.     Check This Out: Send your story, questions concerning Marriage and family, or sug...

The world's voices compete over you. They threaten to weigh you down and distract you from being the woman and mom you are meant to be. Learning to trust the Voice of the Good Shepherd is both a skill and a Blessing. In today's episode, you will learn seven tips to help you learn to recognize the Voice of the Good Shepherd and build a trusting relationship with Him.   God Bless... Kerri In This Ep...

If you've ever had cyclical thoughts, this episode is for you. Coach Kerri Bishop will help you better understand what sparks your negative thoughts and how they can effect you, your health, your relationships, and more. But there is always hope too, and Kerri will leave you with three steps to managing those thoughts.  As always, if these thoughts are telling you to harm yourself or another or ha...