Raising Godly Girls cover art

Raising Godly Girls

Raising Godly Girls

By: American Heritage Girls
Listen for free

About this listen

 For nearly 30 years, American Heritage Girls® has come alongside families and youth ministry leaders in offering Christ-centered, girl-focused character development. Through the Raising Godly Girls® Podcast, presented by American Heritage Girls, listeners get to tap into the advice that seasoned AHG leaders have gleaned over three decades of ministering to girls. Plus, hear from industry experts with solutions to a broad range of issues impacting today’s girls. Get Biblically-sound and actionable tips from fellow parents, volunteers, and thought leaders on how to raise up a girl after God’s own heart.2024 Christianity Parenting & Families Relationships Spirituality
Episodes
  • Ep. 258 — How to Help Your Daughter Open Up Emotionally

    Ep. 258 — How to Help Your Daughter Open Up Emotionally
    Aug 21 2025
    Is your daughter shutting down emotionally—retreating behind “I’m fine” and silence when life feels too big? In a world that often confuses resilience with repression, many girls grow up without the tools or trust to process their emotions in a healthy, God-honoring way. This episode is here to help change that. Join co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden as they explore how to build emotional bridges with your daughter, not barriers. From personal stories of girlhood to faith-rooted wisdom, this episode will equip you with simple, practical ways to create a safe space for vulnerability—while still pointing your girl toward Christ. You’ll learn: Why girls often repress emotions—and how to respond with grace How to model emotional openness without oversharing Conversation strategies that draw her out instead of shutting her down What Scripture teaches about emotional honesty and trust You’ll also hear from American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay on why emotional intelligence is vital to true resilience—and how the Bible affirms the value of naming our emotions, not burying them. This is a conversation for every parent who longs to connect with their daughter’s heart—and guide her toward the God who understands and cares for her completely. Scriptures Referenced in This Episode: James 1:19 – “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” 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.
    Show More Show Less
    27 mins
  • Ep. 257 — Emotional Intelligence for Moms and Daughters

    Ep. 257 — Emotional Intelligence for Moms and Daughters
    Aug 19 2025
    Emotions can feel overwhelming—both hers and yours. So how do you raise a Godly girl who’s emotionally wise, not just reactive? In this episode, hosts Rachael Culpepper and Melissa Bearden explore how emotional intelligence (EQ) can shape your daughter’s spiritual maturity—and your parenting too. You’ll hear practical ways to help her name her feelings, respond with grace, and grow in wisdom from a Biblical Worldview. Discover how Jesus modeled empathy and self-control, why EQ is more than a buzzword, and how God uses emotions to shape both moms and daughters into His likeness. Plus, hear this week’s Raising Godly Girls Minute with American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay as she reminds us that emotions aren’t flaws—they’re God-designed tools for growth. Scripture References in This Episode: Proverbs 15:1 – “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” Galatians 5:22-23 – The fruit of the Spirit, including self-control and gentleness Ecclesiastes 3:4 – “A time to weep and a time to laugh…” James 1:19-20 – “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry…” Ephesians 4:26 – “In your anger do not sin…” John 11:35 – “Jesus wept.” (A powerful example of Christ’s emotional expression) 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” Whether you’re navigating a meltdown or simply want to parent with more patience and purpose, this episode will equip you with Biblical insight and practical tools to grow both your daughter’s emotional intelligence—and your own. 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.
    Show More Show Less
    26 mins
  • Ep. 256 — From Self-Absorbed to Selfless: Guiding Girls Toward Christlike Character with Jill Garner

    Ep. 256 — From Self-Absorbed to Selfless: Guiding Girls Toward Christlike Character with Jill Garner
    Aug 16 2025
    How do we raise daughters who reflect the humility of Christ in a world that rewards self-promotion? How do we steer their hearts away from “me first” and toward “others first”? In this powerful weekend episode, Raising Godly Girls host and American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Emeritus Patti Garibay welcomes character education expert and author Jill Garner to explore how parents can guide girls from self-absorption to selflessness through intentional heart training. Jill Garner, founder of Manners of the Heart, brings decades of insight on shaping young hearts through respect-based education rooted in Biblical truth. As the author of Raising Respectful Children in a Disrespectful World and StrongHeart: Cultivating Humility, Respect, and Resiliency in Your Child, Jill offers a clear and compassionate voice for parents seeking to raise daughters of integrity—girls who are resilient, gracious, and grounded in their identity in Christ. Together, Patti and Jill explore the cultural currents pulling girls toward vanity, entitlement, and independence from God—and contrast them with a Spirit-led path of humility and service. With practical advice, personal testimony, and a heart for transformation, this conversation is a must-listen for parents raising daughters in today’s me-centered world. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why selfishness begins early—and what it reveals about the heart What “Heart Education” is and how it can be a game-changer in your parenting How to cultivate Christlike humility and respect in your daughter’s everyday life Encouraging tools and Scriptures that anchor your family in a God-honoring character journey How to partner with schools, churches, and AHG to reinforce selflessness and servant leadership Key Scriptures Highlighted: Philippians 2:3–4 – “In humility, value others above yourselves…” Proverbs 11:25 – “Whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” James 3:16 – The warning against selfish ambition and its impact on community If you’ve ever asked, “How do I lead my daughter to think of others first—and love them well?” this episode will equip you with both the truth and the tools to begin that work today. Learn more about Jill’s work and explore helpful parenting resources at mannersoftheheart.org. 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.
    Show More Show Less
    42 mins
No reviews yet
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.