Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 42:23 — 19.0MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreWe are continuing our stories in the bible about people who have suffered abuse and trauma. We are looking into the Jacob’s background and the violation of his daughter Dinah by one of the neighboring Hivite men. How did her family respond? Did they believe …
EP 128: A Young Girl Who Won A Beauty Pageant: Esther
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:06:19 — 60.7MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreImagine being taken from your home as a young girl to the harem of a cruel King to become the next queen of Persia. That’s what happened to Hadassah, a godly Jew raised by her uncle. Discover the twists and turns of the story of …
EP 85: Breaking Free From The Monster: Victoria Cuore: Part 2
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 58:12 — 35.0MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreWe have Part 2 of my guest Victoria Cuore’s riveting story! This week we cover her abuser’s drug addictions, affairs, and continued violence towards her and her daughter. She believes her faith in God kept her alive through the abuse and gave her hope to …
EP 84: Protecting My Unborn Child From Her Father: Victoria Cuore: Part 1
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 48:53 — 27.9MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreHow do you protect your unborn child from her father who is bent on killing her-and beating you within an inch of your life? Today we’ll meet Victoria Cuore, who has had over 100 surgeries to repair the damage from her abusive marriage. She shares …
EP 80: Multiple Traumas And Hard Decisions: Saroya Brown
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:03:05 — 144.4MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreWe have a delightful and brave guest, Saroya Brown, on the show this week. She was an orphan and was homeless for 2 years, survived cancer 3 times, and suffered numerous abuses. She talks about the ugly process of healing: spiritually, physically, and mentally-And then …
Episode 66: I Don’t Want My Daughter To Suffer The Same Abuse I Did: Bridget Seavey: Part 2
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 41:09 — 22.7MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreWe are continuing Bridget Seavey’s incredible story this week. With the birth of her daughter, she realized she did not want the abuse to continue to the next generation. She shares the repeated verbal, physical and sexual abuse that she endured, and what was the …
Episode 65: Kicked Out Of The Church After Being Abused: Bridget Seavey
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 38:40 — 21.6MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreWhy would a church kick a young girl out of the church she loves when she reports she has been abused by someone in the church? This is actually quite common in churches, and it happened more than once to our guest Bridget Seavey. She …
Episode 62: Surviving Abuse From A Therapist: Amy Nordhues
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:04:25 — 36.5MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreImagine being a survivor of multiple abuses from childhood, and then the therapist that you chose to help you to heal from that abuse, abuses you as well. This is exactly what happened to our guest Amy Nordhues. We talk about her childhood, how she …
Episode 56: Trauma Induced Eating Disorders: Sue Bowles
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:00:07 — 33.4MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreDid you know that there are many forms of eating disorders? Most of us are familiar with bulimia or anorexia, but there are many more. Sue Bowles is our guest this week sharing about how her childhood trauma was the catalyst to her eating disorder, …
Episode 48: Jumping Out Of A Third Story Window: Rob Decker
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 54:37 — 59.5MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreSometimes in our lives, circumstances seem so hopeless that ending it all appears to be the solution to end the pain. That happened to my guest Rob Decker, when he decided to end it all by jumping out of a third story window-and surviving the …
Episode 45: My Story Two Pedophiles In The School Part 2
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 48:41 — 50.8MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreOn this week’s podcast, I will continue telling my story. I reflect on the challenges of attending new public school out west. I share the story of how I came to saving faith in the Lord Jesus. You will also hear about the time I …
Episode 43: Breaking Free Of The Narcissist: Maegan From The Secret Garden Podcast
How can an abuse advocate not recognize the red flags of abuse in her own relationships? Well, it happened to Maegan, from The Secret Garden Podcast. She shares her experiences in the emergency room of comforting sexual assault victims and ensuring that the collection of evidence is completed accurately. Find out what the connection is with the show Law & Order! Maegan reveals what is the process during a rape kit and what happens to the kit afterwards, and how we can advocate for ourselves and our loved ones during this traumatic time. We also discuss what are the characteristics of a narcissist and how a narcissist does not think like everyone else. We end with Maegan’s own harrowing story of her ex husband and dating tips for breaking free of the grip that the narcissist has over us. Don’t miss this episode with Maegan!
Episode 37: How To Treat Everyone As A Valuable Child Of God: Rev. Dr. Marcia Ledford
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 52:39 — 56.1MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreHow can we be more like Jesus in this world of pain, suffering, and evil? Is it our responsibility as Christians to care for the oppressed? The Rev. Dr. Marcia Ledford guides us in answering these kinds of questions with empathy and compassion. She candidly …
Episode 29: Men Too: Dr. Kelli Palfy
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 56:31 — 62.8MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreHollywood and pop culture often give us the impression that men can’t be raped or sexually abused. Our guest today, Dr. Kelli Palfy, is here to dispel that myth and to give us the facts gleaned from her vast experience working in correctional facilities, the …
Episode 27: My Father Is A Pedophile-Jimmy Hinton Part 2
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 52:58 — 59.7MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreWe continue our conversation with Pastor Jimmy Hinton this week, who had to turn his own father in to the police for pedophilia. Find out the sequence of events after Jimmy’s father is arrested and placed in prison with a life sentence. Jimmy describes how …
Episode 26: My Father Is A Pedophile: Pastor Jimmy Hinton Part One
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 49:44 — 56.2MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreCould you turn in your own parent to the police for committing unspeakable crimes of pedophilia? Would you be able to spot a pedophile in your midst? Pastor Jimmy Hinton and his family lived through this horrendous nightmare when he discovered that his father, a …
Episode 23: The Trauma Informed Church: Guest Suzanne Burns
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 44:13 — 48.4MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreHow do you help a girl with a crisis pregnancy? Should you give money to the homeless man on the corner? We will find answers to these questions and more with our guest Suzanne Burns of Foundation House Ministries. Suzanne talks candidly about the inspiration …
Episode 17: What’s It Like Being In A Mending The Soul Group?
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 46:11 — 49.2MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreIf you are wondering if Mending the Soul small group is right for you, join us as Diana candidly talks about the process of joining a small group. She starts with the interview process, the requirements for joining a group, and what kind of experience …
Episode 16: Guest: Dr. Steve Tracy: God Is Healing Severe Abuse And Trauma
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 59:48 — 65.0MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreDon’t miss this incredible, inspiring episode as Diana interviews Dr. Steve Tracy, Founder and President of Mending The Soul. Dr. Tracy shares how his personal experiences with abuse and trauma inspired him and his wife Celestia to start the ministry of Mending The Soul. Learn …
Episode 14: Survivor Story: Sandy Phillips Kirkham – Let Me Prey On You
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:07:10 — 74.0MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreWe have a survivor story of clergy abuse on today’s episode. Our guest is Sandy Phillips Kirkham, author of the book, Let Me Prey Upon You. It tells the horrific story of how she was methodically groomed by her youth pastor when she was 16 …
Episode 12: Guest Dave Ebert: The Healing Power Of Laughter
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 51:23 — 59.0MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreOur guest on this week’s podcast, is Dave Ebert from Gifts4Glory Ministries. Dave shares his past struggles with depression, self worth, and thoughts of suicide. He has captivating stories of how he met the Lord, found his calling into improv comedy, and helps victims of …
Episode 11: Survivor Story: Pastor Mark Sowersby – Forgiving The Nightmare
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:01:41 — 60.6MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreOur guest on today’s episode is Pastor Mark Sowersby. He shares his inspiring story of overcoming abuse, struggles with his weight, and dyslexia. He tells us powerful stories about meeting Jesus, going into the ministry, and learning how to forgive. Join us as he show …
Episode 9: Let’s Talk About Trust Part 2: God and the Bible
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 34:52 — 39.6MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreCan we trust God and the Bible in the midst of our suffering? Diana explores these questions. She also gives tips on bible study and praying when you don’t feel like it. She extends her Christmas greetings with her favorite Christmas carol, O Holy Night. …
Episode 1: Some Myths About Domestic Violence And Abuse
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 38:07 — 87.2MB) | EmbedSubscribe: RSS | MoreIn this episode, Diana dispels a few myths about abuse, what the common denominator of all abuse is, and what we can do about it. She talks a little about Mending The Soul small groups, and ends with a song selection from her album Classic …
Do Sex workers Actually Choose A Life Of Prostitution?
The Prevailing Notion Is That They Do. We’ve all taken the wrong way into a city and happened upon what we call a “Red Light District”. You might have witnessed evidence of the sex trade in your travels to another country. Perhaps you have taken a trip to Vegas, where prostitution is legal. What were your thoughts when you’ve experienced …
Series on Domestic Violence Part 3: Sexual Abuse
You can read Part 1 Physical Violence here. You can read Part 2 Verbal and Emotional Abuse here It’s One of the Most Difficult Topics to Talk About. Sexual abuse has been around for a very long time, but no one wants to talk about it. Although the #MeTooMovement has brought some things out into the limelight, there is still …