Surrendering to God's Sense of Humor

From a place of deep darkness and silence, one woman's journey through abortion, sterilization, conversion, and healing became a witness that proclaims the mercy and humor of God. Jim sits down with Brice Griffin, Catholic mother of five, pro-life activist, and pilgrimage leader, to walk through a story of radical surrender and the grace that waited on the other side of it. With candor, warmth, and a healthy dose of laughter, Brice shares how God used confession, community, and even a saint's feast day to restore what was broken and multiply what was given back.

What’s in this episode:

• Brice's story of abortion, silence, and the journey toward healing
• The moment an ultrasound changed everything during her first pregnancy
• A talk by Father Larry Richards that brought her to her knees in confession
• The priest who smiled warmly and said, "Jesus is so glad you're here"
• Rachel's Vineyard and the power of healing retreats for post-abortive women and men
• The Saint Clare miracle that led to the birth of her youngest daughter, Zaylee
• Why children at abortion facilities always recognize the baby in the ultrasound
• How Brice's daughter spoke truth to pro-abortion protesters at the 2012 DNC
• The pregnancy resource center she opened near the abortion facility in Charlotte
• Advice for young women on comparison, the sacraments, and staying close to Jesus
• How men are often excluded from the grief of lost fatherhood after abortion
• Why sanctity of marriage and sanctity of life are deeply connected
• Brice's Italy pilgrimages and how she leads women and couples into deeper faith
• One resource every Catholic family should know: Beginning Apologetics series
• Book she is currently reading: Days of Love and Rage (a story set in northern Syria during the revolution)
• Advice to her younger self: "Whatever you think you wanna do, don't do it" and do not compare yourself to others
• Final wisdom for listeners: Stay close to the sacraments, pray the rosary, and go on a pilgrimage to Italy

Resources Mentioned:

Rachel's Vineyard - Catholic healing retreat for those suffering after abortion, with confession and Scripture-based recovery

Beginning Apologetics - A 10-volume workbook series offering clear, concise answers to common faith questions for Catholics

@thesejoyfulmysteries - Brice's travel Instagram featuring photos and stories from her Catholic pilgrimages to Italy

Days of Love and Rage - Book Brice is currently reading about a town in northern Syria during the revolution

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