The Springs in the Desert Podcast: Catholic Accompaniment Through Infertility

Why is infertility such a big deal? Today the Springs team define the many kinds of infertility, discuss the many areas of our lives that are impacted by infertility, and talk about those difficult parts of the path of infertility that are often missing from the larger conversation. They'll reflect on:

Particular experiences of infertility that are often overlooked or misunderstood.
How infertility impacts us emotionally, physically, relationally, and spiritually.
Why Catholics may have an especially hard time carrying this heavy cross.

No matter where you are on the path of infertility, we are here with you!

Announcing "Scripture and Saints for the Path of Infertility," available exclusively in the Ascension app!
In this series, Ascension and Springs in the Desert Catholic Infertility Ministry bring you stories from Scripture and the lives of the Saints, to help you grow closer to Christ and deeper in faith while walking the path of infertility and loss.
Each of the fifteen episodes begins with a reflection on men and women from the Bible or from the lives of the Saints, Venerables, and Servants of God, some of whom walked a similar path before us, and others who answered God’s call to faithfulness and fruitfulness in the midst of trials and grief. There is also a nine-episode Novena to Our Lady for couples experiencing seasons of infertility, loss, and grief.
Through our reflections and prayers, we hope you’ll discover the many ways that God is working in your life, showing His love for you, and leading you to a deeper understanding of fruitfulness through this cross.
It is our honor to take this prayerful journey together with you, and always remember that God loves you so much and so do we.
Discover the series: https://link.ascension-app.com/springsinthedesert

If you work in a diocesan family life office or parish, this episode is for you! It is so important to acknowledge infertility on your website, but what if you don't know where to start? That's where Springs comes in!

Today on the podcast, Jillian and Ann will talk about:
How to add a simple webpage to your site, and what to put on it.
How to incorporate infertility awareness into your social media postings and bulletins.
What to do when you're ready to take the next step in your parish or diocese and accompany people "on the ground"!

For all the pastoral ministers out there, it is our honor to walk with you!

Links:
Digital Infertility Toolkit
How to Increase Infertility Awareness

Christ is risen, glorify Him!
Happy Easter to all in the Springs community. In today's episode, Fr. Paul sits down with Jillian to offer a word of comfort to those who still feel in need of renewal even though Lent is over.

They'll reflect on:
–Bible verses to walk with as we enter the Easter season.
–Peaceful reconciliation with God.
–Asking God for renewal in our lives and marriages – even during a season of infertility.

It is our honor to walk with you this Easter season!

Links:
Spiritual direction with Fr. Paul: [email protected]
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Blessed Holy Week to all! As we turn our eyes toward Calvary, Jillian and Ann will talk about one of the ways that we describe Springs' mission: "Christ, not conception."

They'll share about:
What "Christ, not conception" means to our ministry.
Avoiding the trap of hyper-focusing on conception, especially when it affects our spiritual and emotional wellbeing.
How to talk about infertility with those who are not familiar with the experience.
Seeing Christ, not just the cross carried.

To the Springs community, we wish you a blessed Holy Week. We'll see you on the other side!