Women Soaring: Wherever You're Sent
Women Soaring Podcast: Wherever You're SentFor the military wife who knows God called her to this life — but some days wonders if she can keep going. Hosted by military spouses and built by a nonprofit that exists to PRAY, TRAIN, and RELEASE women in Christ, this podcast equips you for the unique calling of military life — deployments, PCS moves, loneliness, identity, faith, marriage, and more. New episodes every week. Whether you're Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard, or a first responder wife — you are exactly who we made this for. Find us at women-soaring.com | Instagram: @thewomensoaring✨ New epis...
S5 EP22: Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud: I love my Faith But.......
Have you ever been angry at God and didn't know if that was allowed? Have you sat in church smiling while internally asking why He felt so far away? Have you prayed the same prayer for years and still heard nothing — and quietly started to wonder if any of it was even working?
This is Episode 4 of our mini-series — Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud — and we saved this one for last on purpose. Because this one is the deepest. And the most personal.
In this episode, Tayler, Alora, and Mary go to the places most C...
S5 EP21: Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud: I love my Faith But I've Had Questions I'm Afraid to Ask
Have you ever been angry at God and didn't know if that was allowed? Have you sat in church smiling while internally asking why He felt so far away? Have you prayed the same prayer for years and still heard nothing — and quietly started to wonder if any of it was even working?
This is Episode 4 of our mini-series — Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud — and we saved this one for last on purpose. Because this one is the deepest. And the most personal.
In this episode, Tayler, Alora, and Mary go to the places most C...
S5 EP20: Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud: I Love My Kids But Motherhood Is Not What I Expected (Part 3 — Final) | Women Soaring
This is the one we saved for last. After two raw, honest, grace-filled episodes on the parts of motherhood nobody talks about — we brought the whole Women Soaring team together for this final motherhood episode. Tayler, Alora, Mary, and Clarissa. All four of us. All in. Because we believed the most honest conversation deserved the most voices around the table.
In this final episode of the motherhood portion of our mini-series Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud, we go straight into the question nobody wants to answer out loud: Have you ever looked at your children and fe...
S5 EP19:Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud: The Parts of Motherhood Nobody Talks About
Nobody told you that motherhood would make you grieve yourself.
Nobody warned you that you could love your children with everything in you and still sit in the bathroom floor just to breathe.
Nobody prepared you for raising babies alone during deployment, starting over in a new city with a toddler on your hip, or smiling through the mom comparison game at church while quietly falling apart inside.
In episode three of our mini series — Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud — Tay and the Women Soaring team get honest abou...
S5 EP18:Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud: Mom Burnout, Identity Loss, and the Parts of Motherhood Nobody Talks About
Nobody told you that motherhood would make you grieve yourself.
Nobody warned you that you could love your children with everything in you and still sit in the bathroom floor just to breathe.
Nobody prepared you for raising babies alone during deployment, starting over in a new city with a toddler on your hip, or smiling through the mom comparison game at church while quietly falling apart inside.
In episode three of our mini series — Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud — Tay and the Women Soaring team get honest abou...
S5 EP17: "I Love Him, But This Life Is Breaking Us" 🎙️ (Mini Series Ep3)
You said yes to him. Then you said yes to the uniform. And nobody told you how heavy both would feel at the same time.
In this episode, we're saying OUT LOUD what so many Christian military wives are whispering behind closed doors — I love my husband, but military life is tearing my marriage apart.
The deployments. The loneliness. The parenting alone. The reunions that don't feel like the movies. The distance that grows even when he's home. The guilt you feel for struggling when you "knew what you signed up for."
S5 EP16: "I Love Him, But This Life Is Breaking Us" 🎙️ (Mini Series Ep2)
You said yes to him. Then you said yes to the uniform. And nobody told you how heavy both would feel at the same time.
In this episode, we're saying OUT LOUD what so many Christian military wives are whispering behind closed doors — I love my husband, but military life is tearing my marriage apart.
The deployments. The loneliness. The parenting alone. The reunions that don't feel like the movies. The distance that grows even when he's home. The guilt you feel for struggling when you "knew what you signed up for."
S5 EP15: Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud (Mini Series Ep1)
🤍 Thriving Together Podcast | Things Christian Women Don't Say Out Loud
Have you ever had a thought you were afraid to say out loud — even to your closest friends?
You're not alone. So many Christian women carry silent questions, hidden struggles, and unspoken truths that never make it past their own hearts. In this episode, we're creating a safe space to finally say them.
Join us for a vulnerable, grace-filled conversation about the things we think but rarely say — and why bringing them into the light might just be the most freeing thing you do...
S5 EP14: Guest Speaker: Adriane Thompson 'Raising Kids with Purpose'
After walking through burnout, reset, and spiritual renewal in our series “When the Whole House Feels Heavy,” we wanted to end with something practical, life-giving, and full of joy.
In this episode, we’re joined by Adrian from Raising Kids with Purpose, where she helps parents connect with their children through intentional play.
Because sometimes the reset our homes need isn’t another system…
it’s connection.
In this conversation, we talk about:
• Why play is essential for connection, not just entertainment
• How play can shift the atmosphere of your home
• Simple wa...
S5 EP13: When It’s Not Just Your Home, It’s Your Soul | Finding Rest in Christ (Part 4)
What if the heaviness in your home is actually pointing to a deeper need in your soul?
In this final episode of our Thriving Together series, “When the Whole House Feels Heavy: A Reset for the Christian Home,” we talk about spiritual burnout and what it truly means to find rest in Christ.
Because sometimes the issue isn’t just schedules, responsibilities, or routines—
it’s that we’ve been pouring out without being filled.
In this episode, we talk about:
• The difference between physical burnout and spiritual exhaustion
• Serv...
S5 EP12: Why is it hard to pause guilt free? (Part 3 continued of the "Home Reset Series")
What if resetting your home didn’t require perfection—but permission to slow down?
In Part 3 of our Thriving Together series, “When the Whole House Feels Heavy: A Reset for the Christian Home,” we shift from awareness to action with a practical, grace-filled reset plan for your entire home.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in survival mode, this episode will help you take simple, intentional steps toward peace, clarity, and restored rhythms.
In this episode, we walk through:
• A simple 7-da...
S5 EP11: Why is it hard to pause guilt free? (Part 3 of the "Home Reset Series")
What if resetting your home didn’t require perfection—but permission to slow down?
In Part 3 of our Thriving Together series, “When the Whole House Feels Heavy: A Reset for the Christian Home,” we shift from awareness to action with a practical, grace-filled reset plan for your entire home.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in survival mode, this episode will help you take simple, intentional steps toward peace, clarity, and restored rhythms.
In this episode, we walk through:
• A simple 7-da...
S5 EP10: The Hidden Causes of Burnout | Lies Christian Women Carry (Part 2)
Why do so many Christian women feel overwhelmed in their homes—even when they’re doing all the “right” things?
In Part 2 of our Women Soaring series, “When the Whole House Feels Heavy: A Reset for the Christian Home,” we go deeper into the root causes of burnout—and uncover the hidden pressures many women carry.
Because burnout isn’t just about busy schedules or too many responsibilities…
it’s often about the beliefs driving them.
In this episode, we talk about:
• The real reasons behind home burnout and mom burnout
•...
S5 EP9: When the Whole House Feels Heavy | Recognizing Home Burnout (Part 1)
Have you ever felt like the weight of your home, your responsibilities, and everyone’s needs is just… too much?
In this first episode of our new Women Soaring mini-series, “When the Whole House Feels Heavy,” we’re having an honest conversation about home burnout — something many Christian women experience but rarely talk about. Burnout isn’t just about busy schedules or messy houses. It often comes from carrying expectations, pressure, and responsibilities that were never meant to rest fully on our shoulders.
In this episode, we talk about:
• The early signs of burnout...
S5 EP8: When the Holidays Change: Finding Jesus in the Unexpected Seasons
When the holidays look different, God is still present.
In this heartfelt episode of Thriving Together with the Women Soaring Team, we talk about what happens when your holiday season doesn’t go as planned—whether it's due to medical challenges, deployment, first responder schedules, burnout, or simply an unexpected season of life. Tayler shares about her medical journey that has stopped her family's traditional holiday celebrations, topped with a deployment. Alora shares her journey of how God brought her out of a similar season.
We explore how to find peace, hope, and God’s presence when yo...
S5 EP7: The Hardened Heart: How Dehumanizing Behavior Separates Us from God
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In this episode of Thriving Together with the Women Soaring team, we explore how dehumanizing behavior can slowly harden our hearts—just like a steak searing on the outside or a callus forming over time.
As believers, we’re called to love others as Christ loved us, but when sin or pride creeps in, it desensitizes us to compassion, empathy, and God’s voice.
Join us as we talk...
S5 EP6: Conviction vs. Salvation: Knowing the Difference
In this episode of Thriving Together with the Women Soaring Team, Alora leads an honest and faith-filled conversation about distinguishing personal convictions from salvation issues.
As Christian women, it’s easy to blur the lines between what God calls us personally to do and what is a biblical truth for all believers.Join us as we dive into Scripture, grace, and discernment, exploring how personal convictions—whether it’s about homeschooling, modesty, entertainment, or lifestyle—should never become law or a measure of someone’s salvation.
This episode offers a refreshing reminder that unity in Christ doesn’t me...
S5 EP5: Simplifying Your Schedule to Avoid Burnout
Do you feel like the closer you get to the holidays, the more your peace disappears? Between family birthdays, travel plans, homeschooling, and endless to-do lists, it’s easy to slip into overwhelm and exhaustion.
In this episode of the Thriving Together Podcast, Clarissa and the team share practical ways to simplify your schedule, set healthy boundaries, and say “no” to what drains you—so you can say “yes” to what truly matters. Together, we’ll talk about how spiritual discipline and intentional planning go hand-in-hand, and how learning to rest in God’s wisdom brings lasting peace in every season...
S5 EP4: Story Time on our Parenting Adventures
In this heartfelt episode of Thriving Together with the Women Soaring Team, we open up about real parenting stories and the seasons we’re walking through — the messy, the beautiful, and the moments that test our faith.
Whether you’re in the sleepless nights of early motherhood, navigating teens, or balancing homeschool life with a first responder family, this episode reminds you: you are not alone. We talk about the joys, challenges, and sharpening that come with every parenting season — and how God uses each one to grow us as women, wives, and mothers.
With laughter, encourag...
S5 EP3: Living in Urgency — Sharing the Gospel in Everyday Moments
In this episode of Women Soaring, we’re diving into what it means to live with urgency when it comes to sharing the Gospel — not out of fear, but out of love. As Christian women, military spouses, and homeschool moms, our lives are filled with countless conversations — at the coffee shop, on the sidelines, in the homeschool co-op, or during deployment seasons. But how often do we see those everyday moments as opportunities to shine God’s light?
We often think sharing our faith needs to be loud or perfectly planned, but so much of God’s work happens qu...
S5 EP2: Navigating Halloween as a Christian: Conviction, Community, and Christ
Is it okay for Christians to celebrate Halloween? Should we avoid it altogether—or could it be an opportunity to shine God's light?
In this heartfelt and honest episode, four Christian women share their personal convictions and how they approach October 31st—ranging from traditional celebrations to fall festivals, complete abstinence, or year-by-year prayerful discernment.
We explore what Scripture says about conscience, freedom, and how to keep Christ at the center of every decision—while loving our neighbors well.
Whether you’re solid in your choice or still unsure what to do this Halloween, this con...
S5 EP1: Manipulation in Our Culture: A Christian Perspective
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Manipulation—it’s everywhere. From fear-driven commercials to subtle guilt-trips in relationships, it can be hard to recognize when we’re being manipulated… or when we’re doing it ourselves.
In this episode, we unpack manipulation from a biblical perspective and why it isn’t just a tactic—it’s a form of deception, and deception is sin.
Together, we’ll explore how to spot manipulation, resist it, and choose to walk in the truth of Christ instead.
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S4 EP31: Season 4 FINALE: Creating a Family Rhythm: The Power of Strategic Planning with Your Spouse
Before the school year kicks off, what if you and your spouse set aside intentional time to align your vision, organize your schedule, and prayerfully plan your family’s rhythm?
In this episode, we're talking about how to hold a quarterly (or monthly) meeting with your spouse that builds peace, clarity, and connection.We’ll share practical tools, what these meetings look like in real life, and how this rhythm helps us keep first things first—even in busy seasons.
We’ll also speak directly to military spouses a...
S4 EP30: Connection Over Perfection: Building Community Right Where You Are
What if the key to meaningful community isn’t found in a perfectly set table, but in an open heart and a willing “yes”?In this episode of the Women Soaring Podcast, we invite you into a heartfelt conversation about what it really takes to build deeper friendships and spiritual community—right where you are, even if you're not sure how long you'll be there. Whether you’re in a military season, a new town, or feeling like an outsider at church, this episode offers real-life encouragement, practical steps, and a recent story from a simple Mom’s Brunch that turned...
S4 EP29: When a Friend Is in Crisis: How to Be There Without Overcomplicating Comfort
In this heartfelt episode of Thriving Together, Alora and Tayler open up about the importance of supporting a friend in crisis. Life throws storms at all of us—sometimes the rain is light, other times it pours so hard our windshield wipers can't keep up. Through personal stories and a biblical lens, they share how we can be present, trustworthy, and comforting without overcomplicating things. Learn how to offer real help, listen with empathy, and walk beside someone with grace and faith. Because when vision is blurred, a faithful friend can help you see clearly again.
Yo...
S4 EP28: When the Unexpected Happens: Advocating for Our Children Through Medical Journeys
Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive discussions about a child who drowned. (The child is alive and continuing to heal.)
In today’s heartfelt episode, Mary Martinez and Tayler Burcham share their personal journeys navigating unexpected medical challenges with their children. Mary opens up about her daughter’s diagnosis journey — a path that required persistence, second opinions, and learning to be her child's strongest advocate.
Tayler shares the emotional and ongoing healing process after her child’s near-drowning accident and how their family has walked through the waves of recovery. Both women offer honest, vulnerab...
S4 EP27: Pursuing Success God’s Way with Erin Harrigan
In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by Erin Harrigan—author, Christian business coach, and entrepreneur—as she shares her powerful journey of trading worldly success for Kingdom impact. Erin opens up about the turning point in her life when chasing achievement left her feeling empty, and how God radically redirected her path.
We dive into what it truly means to pursue success God’s way, how it differs from the world’s definition, and the key biblical principles that shape a faith-aligned business.
Erin also offers practical tools and Scripture-based strategies to help women step out of the...
S4 EP26: Letting Go of Overload: Finding Peace in a Weary Season
Feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or stretched too thin? You’re not alone. In this heartfelt episode, Clarissa Mangaran, Mary Martinez, and Tayler Burcham invite you into their journey of reassessing priorities, battling burnout, and learning to let go of overload.
At the start of a new quarter, Clarissa shares how she pauses to evaluate the state of her soul, home, and schedule—and how this time, the signs pointed to one thing: overwhelm. From her home's physical clutter to her emotional toll on her body and relationships, Clarissa walks listeners through the complex but holy process of decluttering, practically and...
S4 EP25: Special Guest: Valor and Vows
**SPECIAL GUEST:**
Kristina Spencer from Valor and Vows joins us to talk about the hidden struggles military couples face — from deployment stress to PTSD’s silent toll. Through her transparency and faith, Kristina shares encouragement, signs to watch for, and steps toward how to start rebuilding your marriage even when it feels impossible. This honest conversation is for every spouse, friend, or family member who believes healing is still possible. As Matt Spencer says, “The cost of military service shouldn’t be a broken family.”
You can find their website here: Valor and Vows Website
S4 EP24: Hearing from a Firefighter’s Child
In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Lauren to talk about what it was like growing up as a firefighter's daughter. She shares the powerful influence her dad's bravery and service had on her life, the unique challenges their family faced, and the deep pride that comes with being part of a firefighter family. From missed holidays to moments of inspiration, we explore both the struggles and the blessings that shaped her story. Whether you're connected to first responder life or just love real, faith-filled conversations — this one's for you.
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S4 EP23: Part2🔥Grace Under Fire: A Firefighter Spouse’s Journey of Strength and Faith
THIS IS PART TWO OF A 2-PART PODCAST EPISODE:
In this heartfelt episode, Tayler and her sister, Michelle Hess, a courageous firefighter spouse, share the real and raw journey of life behind the scenes. From the long shifts and missed holidays to the quiet moments of worry and faith, she opens up about the emotional toll, the unseen battles, and the strength it takes to keep a family grounded while loving someone who runs toward danger. You’ll hear about the struggles that have tested her resilience, the community that’s helped her stay anchored, and the...
S4 EP22: Part1🔥Grace Under Fire: A Firefighter Spouse’s Journey of Strength and Faith
THIS IS PART ONE OF A PART 2 PODCAST EPISODE:
In this heartfelt episode, Tayler and her sister, Michelle Hess, a courageous firefighter spouse, share the real and raw journey of life behind the scenes. From the long shifts and missed holidays to the quiet moments of worry and faith, she opens up about the emotional toll, the unseen battles, and the strength it takes to keep a family grounded while loving someone who runs toward danger. You’ll hear about the struggles that have tested her resilience, the community that’s helped her stay anchored, and the...
S4 EP 21: Embracing Transition: Trusting God in New Seasons
Change is never easy, but what if transition is exactly where God wants us? In this episode, Alora and Tayler open up about the challenges of shifting into new seasons—Tayler navigating parenting teens, high school, and work, while Alora faces the uncertainties of moving and helping her kids adjust. Together, they discuss the struggles, the stretching, and the importance of recognizing when God is moving us forward. Whether you’re stepping into a new role, facing unexpected change, or struggling to trust God's plan, this conversation will encourage you to embrace transition with faith. Tune in for real talk, bibl...
S4 EP20: Investing in Our Youth – A Legacy of Faith
In this episode of Thriving Together with the Women Soaring Team, Tayler, Mary, and Alora come together to discuss the vital role we play in investing in the next generation. From mentoring to discipleship, they share personal stories of Tayler going to Middle School camp as a leader, biblical wisdom, and practical ways to pour into our youth. Whether you're a parent, mentor, or simply passionate about guiding the younger generation, this conversation will encourage and equip you to make a lasting impact.
Tune in as we explore how intentional investment in our youth today can shape strong...
S4 EP19: Raising Kids with a Servant’s Heart
Join Tayler and Mary as they dive into the heart of service—both in and out of the home. They discuss what it means to have a servant’s heart, especially in Christian parenting, and share practical ways to serve as a family.
From acts of kindness in daily life to serving in the community, they provide ideas for teaching kids to serve at different ages. Learn how to lead by example, encourage a giving heart, and model Christ’s love through everyday service.
This episode will inspire you to embrace faith in action and cultivate a spir...
S4 EP 18: Spiritual Fitness
Join Mary and Tayler as they dive into the importance of exercising our faith just like physical exercise. Just as our muscles grow through stretching, resistance, and even soreness, our spiritual walk strengthens through challenges and daily discipline. Growing in faith requires consistency, endurance, and trust in God’s process. Tune in as we discuss how to stay spiritually fit and deepen our relationship with Him every day!
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S4 EP17: Guest Peaker Sisi Johnson: Raising strong Godly girls
We have a guest speaker on today's podcast, Sisreal (Sisi) Johnson. She wrote a beautiful devotion-style book for girls aged 7-12. We get to hear her heart about why she wrote this book and how to train our girls in the way they should go. Her heart is to point them back to prayer and what God says in all things that they do.
Here's a quick synopsis of the book:
We live in a world where girls rule. Blosem Mi Amor teaches girls how to lead with faith, love, and self-growth. As young women, we have m...
S4 EP16: A Parent’s Prayer: Battling Suicidal Ideation with Faith and Hope
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions around suicidal thoughts and ideation, including personal experiences involving one of our children. If you or someone you know is struggling with these issues, please reach out to a mental health professional or a trusted person in your life.
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In this vulnerable and personal episode, Clarissa opens up about a challenging season in her family’s life. She shares her heart as she walks through the journey of supporting one of her children who ha...
S4 EP15: Should we teach our kids how to pray?
In this episode of the Thriving Together Podcast, Alora and Tayler dive deep into the importance of teaching our kids to pray. They discuss why prayer is such a vital part of our faith journey and how it serves as a powerful tool for building a deeper connection with God and with our children. As parents, it’s not just about teaching kids words to say, but creating a meaningful space for spiritual growth and conversation. Join Alora and Tayler as they share practical tips, personal stories, and encouragement on how to introduce and nurture the practice of prayer in yo...
S4 EP14: Restored Vision: Overcoming Fear
In this heartfelt episode, Tayler Burcham shares her powerful journey of struggling with poor eyesight and finally finding the courage to undergo LASIK surgery after 15 years of hesitation.
She opens up about the fears that held her back, the life-changing experience of gaining a clear vision, and the spiritual lessons she learned along the way . Tayler reflects on how fear can keep us from experiencing the fullness of life and how trusting God—even in the face of the unknown—can lead to restoration and transformation.
Through her story, she reminds us of the importance of step...
