Friends,

In this episode, my guest, Allison Brown, and I delve into the intertwined experiences of faith, grief, and forgiveness. We explore how faith can be both a source of comfort and struggle, particularly in the face of miscarriage—a topic often shrouded in stigma and silence.

Allison reveals how the child loss has shaped her understanding of joy amidst suffering and the transformative power of forgiveness.

She discusses how having healthy boundaries with self and others have helped her overcome trauma.

We address the often-overlooked pain of miscarriage within the church and in communities and the healing that can come from sharing these stories.

References:

Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud, John Townsend

Boundaries In Marriage by Henry Cloud, John Townsend

Allison's Links:

allyjbrown@icloud.com

https://vineyard.to/allisonbrown

https://www.instagram.com/because_i_am_his?igsh=YTh6eDh4cTVrcXli&utm_source=qr

https://www.facebook.com/share/16RD9LgTDP/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://substack.com/@allisonbrown647114?r=3s1f2y&utm_medium=ios

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Friends,

As the guest on this part 2 of the Connected Conversations Holy Union Connect podcast, with hosts Jean and Colin McKenzie and I delve deep into the complexities of marriage, family dynamics, and the transformative power of forgiveness. I share my personal journey through family trauma, revealing how understanding and zooming out on personal histories can foster forgiveness and healing. The conversation underscores the importance of embracing whole stories, recognizing cultural and personal differences, and the integral role faith plays in the healing process.

The MacKenzie's Links:

Instagram: [@holyunionconnect](https://www.instagram.com/holyunionconnect/)

Facebook: [Holy Union Connect](https://www.facebook.com/holyunionconnect)

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Friends,

In the next two episodes, I am on the other side of the microphone as a guest with Jean and Colin MacKenzie, hosts of the podcast, Connected Conversations with Holy Union Connect. I share my insights on misconceptions about forgiveness, the intersection of faith and science, and the transformative power of leaning into the Holy Spirit for guidance. We explore the nuances of unresolved childhood trauma and its impact on marriage. This episode offers valuable tools and encouragement for couples striving to overcome struggles and embrace forgiveness as a journey rather than a destination.

As a couple with over 30 years of military and family life experience, Jean and Colin have navigated their share of struggles and triumphs. In their podcast, they share the wisdom of the Catholic faith, and practical strategies for building strong, faith-filled marriages. The MacKenzies help couples fight for their marriages with purpose and offer encouragement and tools to strengthen the bonds between husbands and wives.

The MacKenzie's Links:

Instagram: [@holyunionconnect](https://www.instagram.com/holyunionconnect/)

Facebook: [Holy Union Connect](https://www.facebook.com/holyunionconnect)

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Friends,

In this episode, Steve Pokorny, Founder of Freedom Coaching, a Catholic Apostolate, shares his journey of healing from pornography addiction and how he now helps others regain their freedom. We discuss the traumatic effect of porn exposure on children and the devastating effects on physical intimacy in marriage. Steve describes a four-step process he uses to help men and women who struggle with pornified images break free from the prison of pornography addiction.

Please help normalize open discussions about the effects of pornography by sharing this episode with parents and anyone who may need help.

Please continue to listen, share and write a review.

Steve’s Links:

Website: https://www.freedom-coaching.net

Instagram: redeemed_vision

Redeemed Vision Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/redeemedvision00/

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Friends,

In this episode, I reflect on my Lenten journey with the KNOWN program and my quest to have a deeper relationship with The Father. I talk about the findings of the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study that emphasize the impact one caring adult can have on the future outcomes for children in trauma. I tell about my uncle Isaac John Michaels, who represents the love of the Father that I so needed as a young child exposed to domestic violence. I pay tribute to him by reading an excerpt from my book, With You Always, A Journey with Jesus titled, Tending the Garden. I conclude with words of encouragement from scripture and a request to share the story of your one adult

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**Content Warning**This episode contains content not suitable for minors and may activate traumatic memories related to domestic violence. So if little ones are within earshot, stop the recording, grab your earbuds, or listen another time.

Friends,

In this episode, Part 2 of Breaking the Code of Silence: Healing from Domestic Violence, Shelly Edwards Jorgensen and I disc

uss how she navigates life as a “normal” teen and her healing process in the aftermath of her profound losses. She shares the lessons she learned on her journey of healing through forgiveness. Her perspective on justice and letting go provides hope for anyone still stuck in unforgiveness. The episode ends on a hopeful note as Shelly encourages the listener not to dwell too long on the "Why" question, but to focus on the "What".

Shelly's Links:

Website: www.beautifulashesmemoir.com

FB: https://www.facebook.com/beautifulashesmemoir/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulashesmemoir/

X: https://twitter.com/BeautifulAshes7

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF5RGyotMcj6Tb9kTxq0nZw

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**Content Warning** This episode contains images of domestic violence not suitable for minors. Please use discretion when listening.

Friends,

In today's episode, I speak with author and domestic abuse survivor Shelley Edwards Jorgensen. Shelley shares her traumatic experiences growing up amidst domestic violence, culminating in the tragic murder of her mother by her father. Through her narrative, we explore the complex dynamics of familial abuse and the burdens it places on children.

Drawing from her book Beautiful Ashes: A True Story of Murder, Betrayal, and One Woman's Search for Peace, Shelley recounts heartbreaking moments from her past and discusses how faith and forgiveness played a pivotal role in her healing journey. This episode is a testament to overcoming unimaginable adversity, guided by the belief that where sin abounds, grace abounds even more.

Join us next week for Part Two of Shelley's story, where she delves into the lessons learned and her profound understanding of forgiveness.

Shelly's links:

Website: https://www.beautifulashesmemoir.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beautifulashesmemoir/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulashesmemoir/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeautifulAshes7

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF5RGyotMcj6Tb9kTxq0nZw

Shelly's Memoir: https://a.co/d/gV5uTIr

Domestic Violence Hotline:

https://www.thehotline.org/

https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline/

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Friends,

In today’s episode, I welcome guest, Fr. Thomas Berg, an author, speaker on issues regarding church life, and visiting Professor of the Practice at the McGrath Institute for Church Life. He holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Rome’s Pontifical University Regina Apostolorum. Fr. Tom’s work centers on seminarian formation and healing those wounded by clergy sexual abuse. He and I discuss his co-authored book with Dr. Timothy Lock, Choosing Forgiveness: Unleash the Power of God’s Grace. Among other topics, we explore the act of forgiveness, the phenomenon of “Catholic guilt”, the four-step forgiveness process described in the book, and what it means to make a sincere apology.

Fr. Tom’s Links:

https://mcgrath.nd.edu/about/faculty-staff/fr-thomas-v-berg-ph-d/

https://churchlife-info.nd.edu/a-report-on-clergy-sexual-abuse

https://www.orderosv.com/product/choosing-forgiveness-unleash-the-power-of-god-s-grace

https://law.stthomas.edu/_media-library/documents/irjh/ncrji-fact-sheetl.pdf

https://a.co/d/dr72D2O

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