Hey friend. Have you been estranged from your child and don't know what to do? Perhaps this Christmas is a little more than you can take.

In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, host Melinda Patrick and guest Gretchen Stockman talk about things parents can do to get through the painful season - especially when you have been estranged from your child.

Gretchen Stockman is a licensed marriage and family therapist but more important than that - she is a mother who is all too familiar with the pain of being estranged from her children.

Our prayer for you today is that you will be helped and equipped to 'light a candle and give the enemy a big kick!'

Listeners will discover:

*The healing that comes from dragging our pain into the light

*The power of having a Kingdom mindset.

*Ways to minister to a friend who has been estranged from their child

*What to do this Christmas season to give the Enemy a big kick!

A few of favorite quotes from the episode:

We can get hyperfocused on the loss and not be able to attend to all of the blessings, all of the other people that are in our life. - Gretchen Stockman

I can hurt really bad and I can feel all the feelings but I can still have a wonderful life and a fulfilling and meaningful existence. - Gretchen Stockman

We are fighting the good fight of faith...we are interceding for our children. They need us to be stable, solid, and committed. - Gretchen Stockman

Our children may run from our presence but they can't run from our prayers. - Melinda Patrick

Being fully present being able to love, is one of the best, most richest parts of life. - Gretchen Stockman

Connect with Gretchen Stockman:

livrite@livrite.com

https://livrite.com/bewholecoaching/

Other mentions:

Restored Hope Network

Shoulder to Shoulder support group - contact Gretchen Stockman (livrite@livrite.com)

Dr. Joshua Coleman's book - Rules of Estrangement: Why Adult Children Cut Ties and How To Heal the Conflict

Karen Wheaton

Order Melinda Patrick's new book The Daring Rescue: Joining Jesus Christ In His Pursuit Of Your LGBTQ-identified Child's Heart here.

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Hey friend, do you want to make a difference in your child's life but aren't sure what will bring the most return on investment?

Perhaps you are feeling powerless and not sure what to do.

In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, host Melinda Patrick and guest Catherine Segars unpack 4 types of prayers you can be praying and how to start taking back ground from the enemy.

Listeners will discover:

• the 4 types of prayers you can be praying and which one will cause you to put on your battle boots and go to war
• the difference between the logos word and the rhema word
• how God has blessed Catherine on this journey as a mom

Connect with Catherine Segars:

Did you miss our previous episodes on prayer?

Taking Territory Back: How To Release the Power of God In Your Prayers For Your LGBTQ+ Loved One, Part Two with Lindsey Kiser - Eps 38

Co-laboring With Jesus Christ as Intercessors For the LGBTQ Community, Prodigals, and the Next Generation - Eps 23

The Loudest Roar: Living In The Unshakable Victory Of Christ with Judy Dunagan - Eps 9

Books mentioned:

Intercessory Prayer: How God Can Use Your Prayers To Move Heaven and Earth by Dutch Sheets

Authority In Prayer: Praying With Power and Purpose by Dutch Sheets

Watchman Prayer: Protecting Your Family, Home, and Community From the Enemy's Schemes by Dutch Sheets

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Today, I have a very special guest joining me on The Bridge Between Us podcast - my husband, Ron Patrick.

Listen in as we discuss 3 steps you can take to better connect with your LGBTQ-identified child's heart.

In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, host Melinda Patrick discusses how to converse without letting your emotions take over.

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Hey friend, are you feeling anxious about the holidays? Do you find yourself wondering how to handle difficult moments in family functions?

I imagine you want to show up well for your family and friends at the Thanksgiving table or gatherings during Christmas. You wouldn't be here if you didn't.

But, let's be honest. It can oftentimes be difficult when there is division and pain in our lives.

We aren't powerless, though.

We may not can control others but we can control ourselves.

In this episode of The Bridge Between Us, coach, author and podcast host, Alicia Michelle, joins Melinda Patrick.

Drawing from Alicia Michelle's personal and professional experience, they unpack 3 steps you can take that will set you up for success in relationships over the days ahead.

Listeners will discover:

*the importance of acknowledging where you are emotionally

*how to lean into God's clarity for situations

*you have the power to choose where you want to emotionally dwell

It's not too late to gain emotional confidence!

Call to ACTION:

Make a list for this season using Phillipians 4:8 as a template.

Connect with Alicia Michelle:

Order Alicia Michelle's new book: Emotional Confidence here.

Connect with Melinda Patrick:

Email: melinda@melindapatrick.org

Order Melinda Patrick's book The Daring Rescue here:

Click HERE for more information or to register for the FREE holiday webinar with Ashley and Melinda.

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