As we enter Easter week, this episode reflects on the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and the powerful example of her faith through every season. From being chosen by God, walking through deep suffering, to waiting in silence, and finally rejoicing in the resurrection, Mary’s journey reminds us that God is present in every chapter.

For widows and single moms, this is a hope-filled reminder: God sees you, He is with you, and He is working, even in the quiet and uncertain moments.

Key Takeaways:

God is with you in every season of your life

You can trust God even when you do not understand

Waiting seasons are not wasted—God is working

Resurrection reminds us that loss does not have the final word

Scriptures Mentioned:

Luke 1:45, John 10:10, 19:26–27, Acts 1:4–5, 14, Ephesians 1

Encouragement for Moms:

Mary’s story is not just a story of the past; it is an invitation for your present.

You may be:

Pondering questions you do not have answers to

Walking through deep suffering

Sitting in a season that feels quiet and unseen

Waiting on God to move

Just like Mary, you can trust that God is with you in every moment. He has not stepped away from your life. He is present, faithful, and still working.

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When life feels urgent, loud, and out of control, the invitation to “be still” can feel impossible. In this episode, we take a deeper look at Psalm 46 and what it truly means to cease striving and trust God in the middle of uncertainty.

Through the picture of a sacred pause, we explore how stillness becomes a place of refuge where we bring our fears, lies, and overwhelming emotions before the Lord, and allow Him to be our defender. Looking at the example of Hezekiah and the promises found in Scripture, we are reminded that God is ever present, actively at work, and faithful in every battle we face.

For widows and single moms, this is an invitation to release what cannot be controlled, trust God’s timing, and rest in His strength.

Key Takeaways:

Stillness is choosing to cease striving and trust God

You can bring every lie and fear before the Lord

God is your refuge, your defender, and ever-present help

Waiting on God is trusting His timing

Scripture Focus:

Exodus 14:14, Psalm 4:4, Psalm 37:7, Psalm 46:1, 5, 10, Psalm 68:5

Encouragement for Moms:

Mom, when everything feels overwhelming, you do not have to carry it all or solve it all today. God invites you into stillness to rest under His care and trust Him with what feels out of control.

He is near. He is your defender. And He is faithfully at work.

Connect + Next Steps:

If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who may need this reminder.

Take time this week to practice stillness before the Lord. Open His Word, give Him your concerns, and sit quietly in His presence.

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Spring often brings milestone moments like school dances, first dates, and new relationships. For single mothers, this season can stir both pride and concern. How do you guide your son as he begins to step into manhood without a father at home to model dating, marriage, and masculinity?

In this Mom and Man episode of Raising Fatherless Kids, Lori is joined by her son, Evan Apon, for an honest and practical conversation about dating, dances, relationships, and the unique challenges fatherless boys may face as they grow into young men.

Together, Lori and Evan talk about the gaps many fatherless boys feel, the importance of godly male mentors, how moms can help prepare sons for dating with wisdom and boundaries, and why respect, purity, and intentionality matter from the very beginning.

This episode offers both encouragement and practical insight for moms who want to help their sons honor the Lord in relationships and grow into men of character.

Takeaways from this episode:

• Fatherless boys often feel the absence of a dad more deeply during dating milestones

• Moms can help lay a foundation of respect, responsibility, and godly character

• Sons need godly men who can speak wisdom into their lives

• God remains faithful to father and guide your child through every season
  

Key encouragement from this episode:

You do not have to do this alone. God is Father to the fatherless, and He is faithful to guide both you and your son through every new season. Even when the road feels unfamiliar, the Lord sees your child, watches over him, and will help you lead with wisdom, prayer, and grace.

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Today’s episode features a special behind-the-scenes listen from Perspective Ministries’ Fifth Annual Luncheon of Hope in partnership with Hope Gathering. You’ll hear powerful testimonies from widows in different seasons and encouragement from Tami Glasco—all centered on one truth: God sees you, is with you, and loves you.

Widow Panel Highlights

Loretta Brewster (married 30 years) shares about losing her husband to liver cancer and rebuilding her life through faith, community, GriefShare, and Hope Gathering.

Pippa Hidden reflects on caregiving through her husband’s rare cancer and finding comfort in Genesis 16 and 21—El Roi, the God who sees.

Brittany Brooker, widowed at 25 with three young sons, shares how she experienced God’s love through his presence, his people, and his promises.

Message from Tami Glasco

Tami shares key moments from her story and anchors her message in a simple truth: “Jesus loves me, this I know.” She encourages widows to stand on God’s Word and stay rooted in community.

Connect and Find Support

If you are a widow and longing for community, you do not have to walk this journey alone.

Hope Gathering, founded by Tami Glasco, is a Christ-centered nonprofit ministry connecting widows in local communities across the United States and Canada. Through small, relational gatherings, widows find encouragement, friendship, and spiritual support from women who understand the journey. To learn more or find a group near you, visit Hope Gathering.

You can also connect with Perspective Ministries, founded by Lori Apon, for resources that support widows and fatherless families through events, biblical encouragement, and practical care. Visit our website to learn more, sign up for support, or partner with us in serving widows and fatherless children.

Grief touches every stage of life, and even the toddler years. It is okay, and often anexpression of His grace, toddlers are unable to process loss as an adult would. Children grow into grief, and even when their earliest years are marked by loss, God willnot leave them or forsake them.

This episode gently walks alongside mothers raising toddlers experiencing the absence ofan earthly dad, helping them understand how young children process loss. Withcompassionate insight, practical guidance, biblical encouragement, and hope, it supportsmoms carrying their own grief while shepherding their children through this season.

Key Takeaways:

Toddlers do not grieve like adults. Repeated questions from your toddler reflect limitedunderstanding and an inability to process the loss. Extend grace to your little one and to yourself

Routine, consistency, and gentle reassurance help restore a sense of safety for grieving toddlers

Moms set the emotional tone and model trust in God

Scripture Encouragement:

Isaiah 40:11, Deuteronomy 1:30-31, Isaiah 46:4

Other Resources:

Anger in Grief Episode #204

Where’s Daddy? Helping Moms Answer Hard Questions Episode #169

Connect

For encouragement, support, or biblical guidance, connect with Perspective Ministries.

Website: www.perspectiveministries.org

In this episode of Raising Fatherless Kids, Lori Apon sits down with Adeline Galo, a young woman who became fatherless as a teenager after losing her godly, loving dad to cancer. Adeline shares her story of grief, faith, and the slow unfolding of trust as she navigates milestones her dad is no longer here to witness. This conversation is a powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness and a reminder that even in deep loss, He remains present. Adeline’s story is truly a trophy of grace.

Key Takeaways

Grief often unfolds slowly, especially through milestones when a father is not present to see

God faithfully steps in as Father when an earthly dad is gone

Talking about a lost parent keeps their legacy alive and brings healing

Connect with Perspective Ministries

Perspective Ministries exists to meet the practical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the widow and fatherless, encouraging them to put their trust in God. Through resources like this podcast, community gatherings, and faith-based encouragement, we walk alongside families navigating life after loss and remind them they are not alone.

Anger is an unavoidable part of grief for mothers and for children. It is a God-given emotion that can intensify in the face of loss, exhaustion, and stress. Through Scripture, personal stories, and gentle counsel, this conversation explores how anger can surface, why it can become a barrier to healing if left unchecked, and how God invites us to bring our anger to Him rather than letting it take root. Moms are encouraged to respond with wisdom, create a safe space for their children to express big emotions, and trust God to redeem even this part of the journey.

Key Takeaways:

Anger is not the enemy, but letting it stay and linger can become a barrier to healing

Grief can move from shock to frustration, and anger may surface later in the journey

Pause and respond with wisdom instead of reacting, so anger does not lead to regret or bitterness

Bring anger honestly to the Lord, and ask Him to shepherd your heart and guide your next steps

Key Scriptures:

Psalm 37:8–9, Proverbs 16:32, 29:11, Ecclesiastes 7:9, Ephesians 4:26–27, 31, James 1:19–20

Connect

If this episode encouraged you, we would love to stay connected. You can learn more about resources for widows, single mothers, and fatherless children, sign up for care, or connect with our ministry at Perspective Ministries. You are not meant to walk this journey alone.

Milestones throughout a daughter’s life can quietly highlight the absence of a dad, often without words or drama. From early childhood through adulthood, these moments may stir grief, questions, and longing for what is missing. This episode offers guidance for mothers as they anticipate these milestones, help their daughters process the loss honestly, and point them to the faithful hope found in God, who promises to be a Father to the fatherless.

Key Takeaways:

Anticipating milestones that may bring tender reminders of loss

Helping your child form a narrative for their story

Anchoring your daughter’s heart in God as Father

Scripture Anchor

“A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy dwelling.” —Psalm 68:5 NIV

Connect with Perspective Ministries

To learn more, find resources for widows and single mothers, or connect with a community of support, visit perspectiveministries.org