Raising Godly Girls Podcast
Episode 214

Celebrating the Sacred Call of Motherhood with Whitney Newby (Brighter Day Press)

In a world that often undervalues nurturing and quiet strength, this episode invites you and your daughter into something deeply countercultural—and deeply Biblical: the practice of spiritual mothering. 

Whether your daughter grows up to become a biological mom or not, God has already placed a calling on her life to nurture others spiritually. This kind of influence doesn’t require a specific title, age, or life stage—it simply requires faithfulness. Today, co-hosts Rachael and Natalie unpack what it means to raise a girl who sees herself as a vessel for Christ-centered mentorship, encouragement, and wisdom. 

You’ll hear a powerful Raising Godly Girls Minute from American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director, Patti Garibay, reflecting on the lasting legacy of spiritual mothers in her own life and the lives of AHG girls across the country. Plus, you’ll explore Titus 2 in a fresh way, be inspired by women of faith like Elisabeth Elliot and Ida Scudder, and gain practical ideas for modeling and encouraging spiritual mothering in your home and community. 

As moms, we don’t always know who our daughters will listen to in every season—but we can plant seeds, cultivate community, and prepare her heart to both receive and give Godly wisdom. Tune in for an encouraging, Scripture-rich conversation that will help you and your girl lean into God’s Plan A for womanhood. 

Motherhood is holy ground. It’s also some of the hardest, most heart-stretching work a woman can be called to. In this special Mother’s Day episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Patti Garibay welcomes Whitney Newby—author, artist, and founder of Brighter Day Press—for a heartfelt conversation about the beauty and sacred responsibility of raising children to know and follow Jesus. 

Whether you’re a mom who feels steady in her calling or one who’s running on empty, this episode is for you. Patti and Whitney unpack the real struggles moms face—especially the difficulty of maintaining consistent time with the Lord—and speak hope into that tension. With honesty and grace, Whitney shares wisdom from her devotional Lift Your Eyes, reminding moms that God sees, sustains, and strengthens us in every season: from the tear-filled days to the joy-soaked moments and the countless in-between. 

Together, Patti and Whitney explore how the promises of Scripture can anchor a mother’s heart, how to find life-giving rest in Christ, and how to build rhythms of faith into your family’s everyday routine—even when life feels chaotic. You’ll also hear encouragement for spiritually leading your children when you feel inadequate or overwhelmed. 

This episode is a soul-deep breath of fresh air for moms in every stage. If you’ve ever asked, “Is God enough for what I’m facing today?”—tune in, and let this conversation point your eyes back to the only One who truly is. 

Learn more about Whitney’s gospel-centered family discipleship resources at brighterdaypress.com 

Find an American Heritage Girls Troop near you, visit americanheritagegirls.org      

Add even more Biblical wisdom to your parenting quiver, visit raisinggodlygirls.com  

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