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Raising Godly Girls

Raising Godly Girls

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For over 30 years, American Heritage Girls® has come alongside families and youth ministry leaders in offering Christ-centered, girl-focused character development. Through the Raising Godly Girls® Podcast, presented by American Heritage Girls, listeners get to tap into the advice that seasoned AHG leaders have gleaned over three decades of ministering to girls. Plus, hear from industry experts with solutions to a broad range of issues impacting today's girls. Get Biblically-sound and actionable tips from fellow parents, volunteers, and thought leaders on how to raise up a girl after God's own heart.2024 Catechesi ed evangelismo Cristianesimo Genitorialità e famiglie Relazioni Spiritualità
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  • Ep. 437 – From Blind Spots to Belonging: How Christians Can Serve Vulnerable Families with Debbie Sceroler

    Ep. 437 – From Blind Spots to Belonging: How Christians Can Serve Vulnerable Families with Debbie Sceroler
    Oct 17 2026
    What happens when Christians learn to see the families who are often overlooked? In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Rachael Culpepper sits down with Debbie Sceroler, Associate Vice President of Domestic Programs with Buckner Children & Family Services, for an important conversation about vulnerable children, single mothers, marginalized families, and the Church's call to respond with compassion. Together, Rachael and Debbie explore some of the blind spots that can keep Christians from truly seeing families in difficult circumstances. Rather than approaching vulnerable families with assumptions or judgment, Debbie encourages listeners to lead with curiosity, dignity, humility, and a willingness to walk alongside others for the long haul. The conversation also explores how churches can become genuine communities of support for single mothers and children who may lack a strong network of family and friends. As parents raise the next generation of Christian women, there is a powerful opportunity to teach girls not only to notice people who are hurting, but to respond with the compassion of Christ. Rachael and Debbie discuss how families can help daughters develop hearts that see the overlooked, welcome the outsider, advocate for the vulnerable, and serve without a "savior" mentality. This episode is ultimately an invitation to move from simply recognizing need to building belonging. Because the Gospel calls Christians to care for people not from a position of superiority, but from the humble understanding that every person bears God's image and every family needs community. Whether you're a parent, ministry leader, or simply a Christian looking for a practical way to love your neighbors well, this conversation offers encouragement and tangible next steps for becoming part of a community where vulnerable children and families don't have to walk through difficult seasons alone. Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: James 1:27 Micah 6:8 Matthew 25:35–40 Galatians 6:2 Romans 12:15–16 Philippians 2:3–4 Proverbs 31:8–9 Psalm 82:3–4 To learn more about Debbie's work and Buckner and discover ways your family or church can serve vulnerable children and families, visit Buckner.org. Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.       Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.     
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    52 min
  • Ep. 436 – When Divorce Shakes the Foundation: Guiding Girls through a Family's Toughest Seasons

    Ep. 436 – When Divorce Shakes the Foundation: Guiding Girls through a Family's Toughest Seasons
    Oct 15 2026
    What does a girl need most when her parents are walking through divorce? In this episode of Raising Godly Girls, Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden turn their attention to the girls caught in the middle of one of life's most difficult family transitions. While Christian conversations often focus on God's design for marriage and the ideal of a two-parent home, this episode asks an equally important question: How can we faithfully care for the girls and families who are living through brokenness right now? Melissa shares that one of the greatest gifts a girl can receive during divorce is a safe, steady adult who is courageous enough to step into the unknown with her—and committed enough to stay. Divorce can bring anger, grief, fear, and confusion that a girl may not yet know how to express. She needs adults who will not take those emotions personally, retreat when things become uncomfortable, or expect her to process everything neatly. Instead, she needs consistent reminders that the divorce is not her fault, that she is deeply loved, and that she is secure in Christ. Rachael and Melissa offer practical ways parents, relatives, ministry leaders, teachers, and family friends can help bridge the gaps divorce can create. From respecting a family's privacy and avoiding taking sides, to offering groceries, childcare, rides, meals, or help around the house, small acts of generosity can relieve the pressure on a family and create more space for a girl to heal. Most importantly, a consistent adult presence can give her a place to belong and a place to breathe when life at home feels uncertain. The conversation also explores a vital distinction from the Raising Godly Girls Minute: divorce may deeply affect a girl, but it does not define her. Her parents' marriage does not determine her identity, her value, her purpose, or the woman and disciple she will become. Through Christ, healing is possible, healthy relationships can be learned, and a beautiful future can still be written. As Rachael and Melissa remind listeners, we may not be able to change a family's circumstances, but we can ask God, "What do I have that You can use?" and faithfully offer our presence, prayers, resources, and love. Three Things to Remember: Approach a girl's situation with wisdom and sensitivity. Make your service to the family one of generosity, recognizing that divorce can bring significant financial strain that affects the girl. No matter what, be consistent in the girl's life so she knows she is loved, has a safe place to belong, and will not be abandoned. Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 19:1–9 Matthew 28:20 1 Kings 17 Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.       Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org. 
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    24 min
  • Ep. 435 – How God's Design for Biblical Communities Protects Single Moms, Their Girls, and the Marginalized

    Ep. 435 – How God's Design for Biblical Communities Protects Single Moms, Their Girls, and the Marginalized
    Oct 13 2026
    What does it look like for Christians to create a true place of belonging for families walking through seasons of hardship, loss, or instability? In this episode of Raising Godly Girls, Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden explore how the Church can better welcome and support vulnerable families—including single-parent families, families experiencing divorce or the loss of a spouse, foster families, and those facing financial, medical, or other unexpected challenges. While Scripture presents marriage as a lifelong covenant between a man and a woman, we also live in a fallen world where brokenness touches every family. The challenge for Christians is to honor God's design for marriage while also making room for healing, compassion, and community when families experience loss or brokenness. Rachael and Melissa discuss some of the blind spots that can unintentionally leave families feeling marginalized and consider what it means to see every person as an image bearer worthy of dignity, practical care, and genuine belonging. Drawing from the story of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath, this conversation reminds parents that Biblical compassion is more than feeling sorry for someone in need. Elijah saw the widow, entered into her circumstances, prayed for her family, and responded to their practical needs. Likewise, our families can teach girls to notice those who are struggling, open their hearts and homes, and look for meaningful ways to help—without approaching service from an "us versus them" mindset. The conversation also offers practical guidance for families who want to put their faith into action. From praying for Holy Spirit eyes to recognize needs, to working alongside churches, food pantries, pregnancy care centers, family resource organizations, and other community ministries, parents can show their daughters that compassion and strategy can work together to make a lasting difference. With examples from American Heritage Girls' service culture, including National Day of Service and HUGS Bags, this episode encourages families to move beyond simply talking about Biblical community and begin living it out. Two Things to Remember: Being made in God's image makes all of us alike, so move in Gospel love rather than a better-than mindset when serving vulnerable families. Link arms with churches, community impact organizations, and your whole community to maximize your power in spreading compassion, love, and resources wherever you are! Scriptures Referenced: Psalm 82:3 Psalm 113:7 1 Kings 17 John 15:13 Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.       Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.
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    25 min
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