Listen "Catherine Cowell - Loved, Called Gifted"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Bleeding Daylight, Rodney Olsen welcomes Catherine Cowell, a life coach, spiritual director, and host of the Loved, Called, Gifted podcast, to share her incredible journey of faith and resilience. Catherine opens up about the profound challenges she faced, including a brain tumour diagnosis for her husband, infertility struggles, and the complexities of adopting and raising two young boys who had experienced significant trauma. Her story is a powerful testament to finding hope and meaning amidst life's darkest moments, highlighting her unwavering commitment to authenticity and creating spaces for real, vulnerable faith journeys.
Catherine recounts the tumultuous period that began in 2005, when a 24-7 prayer initiative at their home led to unexpected fallout and ultimately her husband's life-threatening health issues. She shares the harrowing experiences of navigating his brain tumour diagnosis, the painful loss of a pregnancy, and the eventual realisation of her own infertility. Despite these trials, Catherine's faith remained a constant source of strength, guiding her and her husband towards adopting two young brothers. Her candid reflections on the adoption process and the ongoing challenges they faced provide valuable insights into the importance of empathy, perseverance, and the enduring presence of God's grace in the midst of hardship.
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Loved, Called, Gifted
Catherine recounts the tumultuous period that began in 2005, when a 24-7 prayer initiative at their home led to unexpected fallout and ultimately her husband's life-threatening health issues. She shares the harrowing experiences of navigating his brain tumour diagnosis, the painful loss of a pregnancy, and the eventual realisation of her own infertility. Despite these trials, Catherine's faith remained a constant source of strength, guiding her and her husband towards adopting two young brothers. Her candid reflections on the adoption process and the ongoing challenges they faced provide valuable insights into the importance of empathy, perseverance, and the enduring presence of God's grace in the midst of hardship.
WEBLINKS
Loved, Called, Gifted
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