Raising Godly Girls

What if something as simple as a shoebox could change a life forever? 

In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Patti Garibay shares a powerful and inspiring conversation with Izabella McMillon, whose life was transformed after receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox as a young girl growing up in Romania. What began as a simple gift became a doorway to the Gospel—and ultimately, a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. 

Together, Patti and Izabella explore how God uses even the smallest acts of obedience to accomplish His greater purposes around the world. From limited access to the Gospel in certain countries to the challenges children face in places where Christianity is not widely accepted, this episode helps families better understand the global need—and the incredible opportunity to respond. 

You'll also hear how American Heritage Girls is making an impact, with Troops packing over 27,000 shoeboxes in 2025 alone. This conversation offers practical and creative ways for families to participate in Operation Christmas Child, while helping girls develop compassion, generosity, and a heart for missions. 

Whether you're packing your first shoebox or continuing a family tradition, this episode will remind you that God sees every act of kindness—and He can use it to change a life for eternity. 

Because when we give with love, we're not just sending a gift—we're sharing the hope of the Gospel. 

 

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: 

Matthew 28:19–20  


Mark 16:15  


2 Corinthians 9:7  


Proverbs 22:9  


Isaiah 6:8  


Romans 10:14–15 


 

To learn watch Izabella's Full Circle Story, click HERE. 


To participate in the AHG-OCC Shoebox Challenge, click HERE.  

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Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.

Serving others doesn't have to feel like another item on the family to-do list—it can become one of your family's greatest joys. When parents intentionally create opportunities to serve together, they're not only meeting practical needs, they're also building lasting memories, strengthening family bonds, and teaching daughters what it looks like to live with the heart of Christ. 

In this episode of Raising Godly Girls, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose explore how families can make service a joyful rhythm of everyday life. From hilarious stories of family service projects to practical ideas for engaging children of every age, this conversation encourages parents to see service not as an obligation, but as an act of worship that brings people together and points others to Jesus. 

Together, Rachael and Natalie share simple ways to cultivate a servant-hearted family culture, including beginning every service opportunity with prayer, keeping the focus on loving God and loving others, and embracing laughter along the way. They also discuss the lasting impact that serving side by side can have on a girl's confidence, compassion, and lifelong faith. 

Whether your family is volunteering at church, serving neighbors, partnering with a local ministry, or participating in American Heritage Girls' National Day of Service, this episode will inspire you to discover that some of life's sweetest memories are made when your family says "yes" to serving together. 

 

Three Things to Consider: 

Begin your family's service opportunities with prayer and praise, inviting God to shape your hearts before you begin serving. 


Keep the purpose of every act of service centered on loving God and loving others, even when the work becomes challenging. 


Create joyful memories by making service a shared family adventure where laughter, teamwork, and Christlike love go hand in hand. 


 

Scriptures Referenced: 

Matthew 6:3–4 


Matthew 5:16 


Matthew 22:37–39 


Matthew 25:31–40 


 


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.

As girls settle into the rhythms of a new school year, one of the greatest gifts parents can give is a heart that delights in serving others. But a servant's heart doesn't develop by accident—it grows as girls learn to see needs, respond with compassion, and understand that every act of kindness can point others to Christ. 

In this episode of Raising Godly Girls, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose explore how parents can cultivate a lifestyle of service in their daughters from the earliest years through the teen years. Together they discuss practical ways to help girls discover their God-given gifts, serve with humility, and understand that true service isn't about earning praise—it's about reflecting the heart of Jesus. 

You'll also hear encouragement to make service a natural part of your family's rhythm, why serving alongside others often deepens both faith and friendships, and how American Heritage Girls continues to equip girls to put their faith into action through meaningful service opportunities in communities across the nation. 

Whether your daughter loves organizing, creating, encouraging, leading, or quietly helping behind the scenes, God has uniquely designed her to make an eternal impact. This episode will inspire your family to embrace the simple but powerful truth that one willing "yes" to God can change lives. 

 

Three Things to Consider: 

Every girl has unique God-given gifts that can be used to serve others and glorify Christ. 


Celebrate your daughter's Christlike heart—not just her helpful actions—so she connects service to her identity in Jesus. 


Serving alongside family, church, and Christian community helps girls develop a lifelong love for putting God's love into action. 


 

Scriptures Referenced: 

Mark 12:41–44 


John 6:3–14 


Acts 8:26–39 


Galatians 6:10 


Matthew 5:16 



1 Corinthians 15:57 


 

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.

Creativity is not accidental—it reflects the very nature of our Creator. But in today's culture, many girls struggle to see how their artistic gifts, entrepreneurial dreams, or creative passions fit into God's bigger story. Is art just a hobby? Can business ownership honor the Lord? And how can young women balance calling, faith, marriage, and motherhood without losing sight of what matters most? 

In this inspiring episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, Rachael Culpepper sits down with Katie Guiliano, founder of Hosanna Revival, to share her powerful testimony of faith, creativity, and obedience. Katie opens up about her journey from artist to business owner, how the Lord shaped her calling, and what it looks like to build a Christ-centered brand rooted in Scripture and worship. 

Together, they encourage Christian parents raising creative daughters to affirm their girls' giftings—whether in art, design, leadership, education, business, or the home—and to help them see their talents as sacred stewardship. Katie also speaks candidly about juggling entrepreneurship, marriage, and motherhood as a Christian woman, offering practical encouragement for living faithfully in every season. 

If you're raising a creative girl—or you are one—this conversation will remind you that your gifts are not random. They are entrusted to you by a creative God who delights in beauty, excellence, and purpose. 

 

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: 

Genesis 1:27 


Exodus 31:1–5 


Colossians 3:23–24 


Matthew 5:16 


1 Peter 4:10 


 

Learn more about Katie's work at https://hosannarevival.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.

Every girl has been uniquely created by God with gifts that can bless others and bring Him glory. Whether she's a creative thinker, a natural strategist, or someone who simply loves serving people, parents have the incredible opportunity to nurture those God-given strengths while helping their daughters remember that every talent is ultimately a gift from the Lord. 

In this episode of Raising Godly Girls, co-hosts Melissa Bearden and Natalie Ambrose continue their conversation about raising entrepreneurial Christian girls by exploring the role of creativity, imagination, and innovation in God's design. Together, they discuss why childhood is such a valuable season for dreaming, experimenting, and learning through failure—and how parents can encourage girls to develop the confidence and resilience they'll need to faithfully steward their gifts for years to come. 

Melissa and Natalie also share practical ideas for helping girls discover how God has uniquely wired them, whether through creative pursuits, strategic leadership, or relationship-building. Along the way, they remind parents that the goal isn't simply raising successful young women—it's raising daughters whose talents point others to Christ and whose identity remains firmly rooted in Him. 

Whether your girl is designing handmade creations, organizing family projects, dreaming up new ideas, or simply learning how God has uniquely equipped her, this conversation will encourage you to celebrate her imagination while helping her steward it with wisdom, humility, and purpose. 

 

Three Things to Consider: 

Nurture your daughter's God-given creativity and imagination, giving her space to explore, experiment, and grow. 


Encourage her unique strengths—whether creative, strategic, or relational—and help her see how God can use each one to serve others. 


Keep her identity anchored in Christ so that every talent, opportunity, and success becomes another way to glorify the One who gifted her. 


 

Scriptures Referenced: 

1 Corinthians 12 


Luke 14:28 


Matthew 25:40 


 

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.