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GRIEF2GRACE PODCASTSeason 2 | Episode 185WHEN THE PILLARS CRACKHealing Childhood Trauma, Forgiving the Past & Rebuilding Your LifeWhat happens when the person preaching healing is still carrying wounds of his own?In this powerful episode of Grief2Grace Podcast, Dr. Ruth Hephzibah sits down with Rev. Mark Winter, writer, speaker, retired pastor, and author of If I'm the Temple of God, Why Are My Pillars Cracked?For nearly 25 years, Mark ministered to others while quietly carrying wounds from childhood physical and verbal abuse. Those wounds followed him into adulthood through anger, fear, insecurity, perfectionism, depression, anxiety, and a deep need for approval.Then one unexpected phone call changed everything.Mark felt prompted to call his father. During that conversation, forgiveness and reconciliation took place, and father and son finally exchanged the words, "I love you."Hours later, his father unexpectedly died.But reconciliation wasn't the end of Mark's healing journey.In this honest conversation, we explore childhood trauma, complicated grief, forgiveness, boundaries, depression and anxiety, counseling, medication, faith, and what it means to rebuild the cracked places of our lives.Can you forgive without reconciling?Can you have strong faith and still need professional help?Can healing happen when the apology never comes?And what happens when the person everyone turns to for help finally has to say, "I need help too"?Mark's story reminds us that having cracks does not mean God has abandoned the temple. Sometimes healing happens slowly, one cracked pillar at a time.Grief2Grace PodcastSeason 2: Rebuilding After LossAugust Theme: Rebuilding After Trauma & RecoveryGuest: Rev. Mark WinterHost: Dr. Ruth Hephzibah, Your Fresh Start PlugWatch on Facebook & YouTube. (Grief2Grace)Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio & Substack.www.grief2graceinternational.orgMark's book, If I'm the Temple of God, Why Are My Pillars Cracked?, and Dr. Ruth Hephzibah's A Pen That Rewrites Grief are available on Amazon.If this episode speaks to you, like, follow, subscribe, and share it with someone who may be carrying wounds behind a smile.Because Your Story Isn't Over.

Episode 184 | When a Mother loses a Child: Three Mothers. Three Journeys. One Hope.What does it mean to keep living after losing a child?In this heartfelt episode of Grief2Grace, Dr. Ruth Hephzibah welcomes Yvonne McCombs, Rev. Vernita Bowe, and Marcia Earhart for an honest conversation about the unimaginable journey of losing a child.Yvonne shares how eight pregnancy losses led to the birth of her ministry, In Perfect Peace Doula Services, and the miracle of her twin children.Rev. Vernita Bowe reflects on losing her firstborn son just days before her birthday, wrestling with grief and faith, and discovering God's grace and purpose through the pain.Marcia Earhart opens up about losing two adult sons and how God transformed her heartbreak into The Sterling Rose Sanctuary, a ministry bringing hope and healing to grieving families.Together, they discuss grief, faith, healing, purpose, and the hope that can be found even after devastating loss.Because grief is part of the story, but it doesn't have to be the ending.Connect with Our GuestsYvonne McCombs🌐 www.inperfectpeace.netRev. Vernita Bowe🌐 www.vernitainspires.comMarcia Earhart🌐 www.thesterlingrosesanctuary.usConnect with Grief2Grace🎙️ Watch on:YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLiHe0pHdYjzTFP33NInM34vSG94cWXFZFacebook: Grief2Grace🎧 Listen on:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusiciHeartRadioDeezerSubstackAnd other major podcast platforms🌐 Website:www.grief2graceinternational.orgFeatured Resource📖 A Pen That Rewrites Griefby Dr. Ruth HephzibahAvailable on Amazon.If you are navigating grief, loss, or life after heartbreak, this book offers practical encouragement, reflection, and hope for your healing journey.Hosted by Dr. Ruth HephzibahPsychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist • Wellness Strategist • Grief Specialist • Fresh Start Coach • Author • Speaker • Founder of Grief2Grace International & RH HavenBecause Your Story Isn't Over.

🎙️ WHEN THE LOVE OF YOUR LIFE DIESA Widow's Journey After LossWhat happens when the person you planned to spend your life with is suddenly gone?In this heartfelt episode of the Grief2Grace Podcast, Rachel Kerr Schneider shares her journey through one of life's most devastating losses, the death of her husband to ALS. Widowed at age 49 and left to raise two sons, ages 10 and 14, Rachel found herself navigating grief, uncertainty, and the challenge of rebuilding a life she never imagined living alone.Fifteen years later, Rachel's story continues to inspire women around the world to choose faith, courage, authenticity, and purpose after loss.Rachel is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, and founder of Spirited Prosperity. Her memoir trilogy chronicles her family's journey through ALS, grief, faith, and healing. In this conversation, she shares the story behind her book, The Widow Chose Red, and why choosing hope became one of the most important decisions of her life.In this episode, we discuss:• Losing a spouse to ALS• Navigating widowhood and grief• Raising children after loss• Faith during life's darkest seasons• Finding purpose after pain• The story behind The Widow Chose Red• Choosing joy, courage, and hope againThis episode is for anyone who has experienced the loss of a spouse, caregiver grief, life-changing loss, or the challenge of rebuilding after heartbreak.Connect with Rachel Kerr Schneider🌐 www.SpiritedProsperity.comConnect with Grief2Grace🎙️ Watch on:YouTube: Grief2GraceFacebook: Grief2Grace🎧 Listen on:SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon MusiciHeartRadioDeezerSubstackAnd other major podcast platforms🌐 www.grief2graceinternational.orgFeatured Resource📖 A Pen That Rewrites Grief by Dr. Ruth HephzibahAvailable on Amazon.If you are navigating grief, loss, or life after heartbreak, this book offers practical encouragement, reflection, and hope for your healing journey.Hosted by Dr. Ruth HephzibahFounder, Grief2Grace InternationalBecause Your Story Isn't Over.#Grief2GracePodcast #WhenTheLoveOfYourLifeDies #Widowhood #ALSAwareness #GriefJourney #HopeAfterLoss #FaithAndHealing #TheWidowChoseRed #RachelKerrSchneider #RebuildingAfterLoss #BecauseYourStoryIsntOver #Grief2GraceInternational

🎙️ Three Losses, One Courageous ComebackRegional Canada Pageant Contestant at 50What happens when life takes away the future you thought you were building?In this powerful episode of the Grief2Grace Podcast, Erin Watson Mohr shares her remarkable journey through three life-changing losses: the end of her 21-year marriage, leaving a ministry she faithfully served for two decades, and the unexpected loss of her father to cancer.Faced with heartbreak, grief, betrayal, and uncertainty, Erin found herself rebuilding her life one step at a time. Through faith, surrender, gratitude, and a commitment to healing, she discovered that loss did not have to define her future.Today, at age 50, Erin is competing in the Regional Canada Pageant, not simply as a contestant, but as a testament to resilience, courage, and new beginnings.Join us as we discuss grief, healing, rebuilding after loss, finding hope again, and embracing life's unexpected second chapters.This conversation is a reminder that grief is part of the story, but it doesn't have to be the ending.Guest: Erin Watson MohrHost: Dr. Ruth HephzibahPodcast: Grief2Grace PodcastSeason 2: Rebuilding After LossBecause Your Story Isn't Over.🌐 www.grief2graceinternational.org📘 Facebook: Grief2Grace▶️ YouTube: Grief2Grace📖 Featured Resource: A Pen That Rewrites Grief by Dr. Ruth Hephzibah. you can get it on Amazon#Grief2Grace #RebuildingAfterLoss #HealingJourney #PageantContestantAt50 #Resilience #HopeAfterLoss #NewBeginnings #FaithAndHealing #BecauseYourStoryIsntOver #ErinWatsonMohr #PodcastInterview

Join us on this episode of Grief2Grace as we welcome Jeanette Yates from theselfcaregiver.com! Jeanette has dedicated her life to caregiving, supporting her mother and navigating the heartbreaking loss of her stepfather after a tragic accident. Through it all, Jeanette has found grace and resilience in her journey. Tune in to hear her inspiring story of strength, self-care, and the transformative power of grace. Follow us for more stories of hope and healing: 📘 Facebook: Grief2Grace 📸 Instagram: @grief_2_grace 📺 YouTube: Grief2Grace Channel 🎧 Spotify: Grief2Grace Podcast 🍎 Apple Podcasts: Grief2Grace Podcast Stay tuned for a bonus segment and a free gift for active listeners! Don't miss out! #Grief2Grace #CaregivingJourney #SelfCare #Healing #Podcast #Inspiration #Grace #JeanetteYates #FromStuckToUnstuck