In today’s episode Ann welcomes two special guests, Stacy and Todd Stephenson, who are members of our Springs in the Desert community. Stacy and Todd share their story of love, marriage, and infertility, and we chat about experiencing the holidays during a season of infertility. Though the holidays are a time of joy and celebration, they can be difficult to navigate and elicit sadness for many of us; for example, when we are separated from family, have lost a loved one, or while we are struggling with infertility. In this conversation, we explore the many ways we can find joy as families of two during Advent and Christmas, by seeking to build up our marriages and strengthen our own domestic churches. Listen in to find accompaniment and encouragement for the season ahead!
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Praying together helps us grow closer, and be open to receiving the peace of our Savior. Stacy and Todd pray the Novena to Christ the King. We also suggest praying the Saint Andrew’s Christmas Novena during Advent.
Read Stacy and Todd’s post on the Springs in the Desert blog: We Are a Family
Quick Tips:
Pray together! Bring any sadness or other emotions to the Lord. Be vulnerable as He came into this world so small and vulnerable.
Deck the halls! Incorporate ornaments, music and food from your families of origin, and put your unique spin on them to create new holiday traditions.
Share your favorite holiday memories with each other. It’s a great way to learn more about each other and strengthen your bond.
Open your home to others in hospitality and share the Christmas cheer! But take time with each other, too, to listen to Christmas music, watch a movie or just sit quietly in the glow of Christmas lights.
