Foster Care and Catholic Motherhood with Julianne Stangebye | E31 Zelie Crafts Shop

Описание: In this episode, Madeleine Karako interviews Julianne Stangebye, who shares her journey of fostering and the profound impact of faith and community in her life. Julianne discusses the role of the Blessed Mother in guiding her, the emotional challenges of fostering, and the importance of discernment in parenting. She emphasizes the need for self-care, the power of community support, and the spiritual warfare that often accompanies parenting. The conversation highlights the balance between giving and taking care of oneself, the significance of communication in marriage, and the importance of being present in the moment with loved ones.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Background
02:52 The Role of the Blessed Mother
05:40 Fostering Journey and Community Support
08:41 Inspiration and Call to Foster Care
11:48 The Emotional Challenges of Foster Care
14:58 The Journey of Adoption and Family Dynamics
17:50 Miraculous Transformations in Foster Care
20:39 Spiritual Discernment and Parenting Challenges
27:25 The Journey to Inner Peace
32:16 Discerning the Voices Within
39:13 Understanding Desolation and Discouragement
45:45 Balancing Self-Care and Service
50:58 The Broken Vessel: Trusting God's Timing


"Foster care is a corporal work of mercy."
"Love, there is a breaking involved."
"You are guaranteed today, nothing more."