Raising Godly Girls

• Ep. 241 — The Question Every Burned-Out Mom Needs to Answer with Sherri Crandall (The MomCo)

  Motherhood is a sacred calling—but it can also be exhausting. From sleepless nights to emotionally draining days, moms often give everything to everyone else… leaving themselves running on empty. In this heartfelt and hope-filled episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, host Patti Garibay, Founder & Executive Director Emeritus of American Heritage Girls, welcomes Sherri Crandall, Vice President of Global Ministries and Leadership Experience at The MomCo, to unpack the one powerful question every burned-out mom must answer: What do you want Me to do for you? (Mark 10:51).  Drawing from a recent Barna Group study with The MomCo revealing that 50% of Christian moms long for support from their church in the area of mental wellness, this episode leans into the truth that asking for help isn't weakness—it's wisdom. Together, Patti and Sherri discuss the stigma moms feel around needing support, the Gospel’s invitation to release guilt and shame, and how to create space for real, vulnerable community in our homes, churches, and hearts.  Through Biblical wisdom, relatable stories, and encouraging guidance, Sherri equips moms to take their first steps toward healing and renewal—spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. From practical ways to model vulnerability to your daughter to the importance of honest prayer and soul-care, this conversation reminds listeners that Jesus sees you, knows your needs, and gently asks, What do you want Me to do for you?  If you’re a mom feeling weary, unseen, or overwhelmed, this episode is your invitation to exhale, reflect, and receive. You’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry it all alone.  To learn more about Sherri and her work with The MomCo, visit themom.co  Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.   To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 

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• Ep. 240 — Brave Enough to Ask: Teaching Daughters Biblical Dependence

  She’s smart. She’s capable. She’s independent. But is she brave enough to ask for help?  In a culture that idolizes self-sufficiency and pushes girls to “be your own hero,” many daughters are quietly drowning under the weight of silent struggles—too afraid to reach out for fear of being seen as weak, too used to hearing that needing others is a flaw. But what if asking for help isn’t weakness at all? What if it’s wisdom?  This week on the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden dive into one of the most countercultural lessons a parent can teach their daughter: how to embrace Biblical dependence. With honesty, humor, and Scripture, they unpack how girls today are wrestling with anxiety, control, and perfectionism—and how learning to ask for help might just be the freedom they’ve been praying for.  Drawing from Isaiah 41:10 and Galatians 6:2, this episode encourages moms to model courageous vulnerability and practical interdependence. Through personal stories, faith-based parenting tips, and a powerful RGG Minute from American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Patti Garibay on the link between anxiety and control, this conversation will help you identify where your daughter needs support—and how you can help her ask for it with confidence.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How to normalize asking for help in everyday moments with your daughter  Practical ways to teach her to discern what’s hers to carry—and what belongs in God’s hands  Why modeling your own dependence on God and community is essential in her discipleship  How AHG equips girls to grow through mentorship, community, and Christ-centered leadership  Scriptures Referenced:  Isaiah 41:10 – “I will strengthen you and help you…”  Galatians 6:2 – “Carry each other’s burdens…”  James 1:5 – “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God…”  When your daughter learns that strength isn’t found in doing it all alone—but in leaning on Christ and His people—she will walk through life with resilience, grace, and godly wisdom. So let’s model that truth boldly. Let’s raise girls who are strong enough to admit when they’re not okay, wise enough to ask for help, and faithful enough to believe that God will answer.  Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.   To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 

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• Ep. 239 — Biblical Truths for Overwhelmed Moms

  You’re doing all the things—but you’re worn thin. And beneath the smiles, the sports pickups, the dinner prep, and the late-night laundry, you wonder: Am I the only one who feels like I can’t keep up?  In this honest and hope-filled episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden speak directly to the weary heart of the overwhelmed Christian mom. Together, they unpack the invisible load modern mothers carry—and the dangerous lie that asking for help is a form of spiritual failure.  But the Bible tells a different story. From Moses to the early Church, God’s Word is rich with examples of leaders who were never meant to go it alone. Through personal stories—including Rachael’s life-changing health scare and Melissa’s practical advice on why you should always say yes to a Meal Train—this episode offers permission to release the pressure and embrace God’s provision through community.  In this episode, you’ll discover:  Why asking for help is not weakness—but Biblical wisdom (Galatians 6:2, Exodus 18)  Three simple ways to begin asking for help today, grounded in Scripture  How overcommitment, lack of rest, and self-reliance may be affecting your daughter’s discipleship  Practical rhythms for sustainable motherhood, including prayerful yeses and sharing the load  How American Heritage Girls provides not only support for your daughter—but sacred sisterhood for you  Scriptures Referenced:  Galatians 6:2 – “Carry each other’s burdens...”  Exodus 18:17–18 – “What you are doing is not good…”  James 1:5 – “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God...”  Proverbs 11:14 – “In an abundance of counselors there is safety.”  John 15:13 – “Greater love has no one than this…”  You were never meant to carry it all alone, mom. God sees your exhaustion—and He’s already provided help through His Word, His Spirit, and His people. May this episode remind you that surrender is strength, dependence is discipleship, and asking for help is one of the holiest things you can model for your girl.  Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.   To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 

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• Ep. 238 — Equipping the Next Generation to Defend Their Faith and Religious Liberty with Rick Green (Patriot Academy)

  What does it really mean to be free to follow Jesus in today’s culture? In this powerful weekend episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, host Melissa Bearden sits down with Rick Green—America’s Constitution Coach and the visionary founder of Patriot Academy—to unpack the vital topic of religious liberty and how families can raise girls who are ready to defend their faith with courage and clarity.  As Americans celebrate Independence Day, this conversation is both timely and timeless. With more than 80% of Americans agreeing that religion is losing influence in public life, it’s more important than ever to prepare our daughters to stand firm in Biblical truth and understand their God-given—and Constitutionally protected—right to religious freedom. Rick shares from his years of experience educating young leaders, training millions through his Constitution programs, and raising up the next generation through Patriot Academy.  Together, Melissa and Rick explore what religious liberty actually means, how young girls can be equipped to face cultural pressures, and why it’s critical for Christian parents to start these conversations early. They also highlight how AHG Alumna Hannah is carrying out this mission through her work at Patriot Academy, offering a beautiful picture of how faithful citizenship begins in the home and grows into leadership in the world.  Whether you’re already passionate about civic engagement or wondering where to start, this episode offers practical steps and deeply rooted encouragement for parents raising daughters to boldly live out their faith in every sphere—from the classroom to the Capitol, from social media to Sunday morning.  Learn more about Rick and his work with Patriot Academy at patriotacademy.com  Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.   To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 

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• Ep. 237 — Freedom Isn’t Free: Teaching Girls the Cost of Religious Liberty

  Religious liberty is one of the most precious freedoms we enjoy—but do our daughters understand the cost behind that freedom? In this powerful Independence Day week episode, co-hosts Rachael and Melissa dig into the often-overlooked responsibility of raising girls who recognize the spiritual and historical significance of living in a nation where we can worship God openly and boldly.  Together, they unpack the phrase “freedom isn’t free,” exploring how Christian girls can be taught to honor the sacrifices made for their religious freedom—while also understanding that liberty is not just a privilege, but a call to courageous faith. From Scripture to American history, from grandfathers’ stories to military heroes and missionaries, Rachael and Melissa reflect on the importance of instilling gratitude, discernment, and a sense of stewardship in the next generation of Christ-followers.  Featuring a moving Raising Godly Girls Minute from American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay, this episode touches on what it means to “love your land” with humility and conviction. It equips moms to help their girls hold a love of country and a deep allegiance to God in the same heart—without turning a blind eye to hard truths. Listeners will find encouragement to talk with their daughters about standing firm in faith even when religious liberty is challenged or misunderstood.  Whether your daughter is writing a thank-you note to a missionary, studying U.S. history through an AHG badge, or simply asking big questions about God and country, this episode offers the inspiration and practical guidance to help her develop a heart full of gratitude and a spirit of bold, Biblical citizenship.  Explore more resources to raise girls rooted in Christ at raisinggodlygirls.com.   To find or start an AHG Troop in your area, visit americanheritagegirls.org. 

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