Raising Fatherless Kids

Raising Fatherless Kids

Lori Apon

Episodes 215
Avg. Duration 29m
Activity Highly Active
Since Mar 2022
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Weekly
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99%
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About This Podcast

Over 20 years ago Lori Apon found herself raising eight children without a dad and in desperate need of help. Psalm 68:5, "A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy dwelling," became the family's anchor.Raising Fatherless Kids podcast hosts weekly conversations that offer practical guidance on how to do life with children who don't have a dad. You will hear from Lori Apon, founder of Perspective Ministries, and guests who bring hope and understanding because they have been there. The good news is that with God as Father you are never alone!

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213. God’s Faithfulness in the Absence of a Father

Apr 22, 2026 32m

What does it look like for a young girl to grow up without her dad and still come to know God as her Father? How do we help our children process loss, walk through milestones, and trust God when life…

212. Held with Hope: 2026 Daughters of the King Recap

Apr 15, 2026 37m

In this special episode of Raising Fatherless Kids, we recap our fifth annual Daughters of the King event, “Held with Hope.” Moms and daughters were reminded that even in grief and the unexpected,…

211. Anniversary Episode: Stories of Loss, Healing, and God’s Faithfulness

Apr 08, 2026 18m

In this special anniversary episode, we reflect on four years of Raising Fatherless Kids and the stories that have shaped this journey. Through testimonies of men and women who grew up with an absent…

210. A Mother’s Faith: Learning from Mary this Easter

Apr 01, 2026 17m

As we enter Easter week, this episode reflects on the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and the powerful example of her faith through every season. From being chosen by God, walking through deep…

209. Be Still and Know That I Am God (Psalm 46)

Mar 25, 2026 18m

When life feels urgent, loud, and out of control, the invitation to “be still” can feel impossible. In this episode, we take a deeper look at Psalm 46 and what it truly means to cease striving and…

208. When Your Son Starts Dating: Wisdom for Single Moms

Mar 18, 2026 35m

Spring often brings milestone moments like school dances, first dates, and new relationships. For single mothers, this season can stir both pride and concern. How do you guide your son as he begins…

207. You Are Loved: Luncheon of Hope Highlights

Mar 11, 2026 49m

Today’s episode features a special behind-the-scenes listen from Perspective Ministries’ Fifth Annual Luncheon of Hope in partnership with Hope Gathering. You’ll hear powerful testimonies from widows…

206. How to Help Grieving Toddlers

Mar 04, 2026 23m

Grief touches every stage of life, and even the toddler years. It is okay, and often anexpression of His grace, toddlers are unable to process loss as an adult would. Children grow into grief, and…

205. Trusting God When a Good Dad Is Gone

Feb 25, 2026 35m

In this episode of Raising Fatherless Kids, Lori Apon sits down with Adeline Galo, a young woman who became fatherless as a teenager after losing her godly, loving dad to cancer. Adeline shares her…

204. Anger in Grief: Helping Your Heart and Your Child Heal

Feb 18, 2026 30m

Anger is an unavoidable part of grief for mothers and for children. It is a God-given emotion that can intensify in the face of loss, exhaustion, and stress. Through Scripture, personal stories, and…

203. Guiding Daughters Through Life’s Milestones Without a Dad

Feb 11, 2026 25m

Milestones throughout a daughter’s life can quietly highlight the absence of a dad, often without words or drama. From early childhood through adulthood, these moments may stir grief, questions, and…

202. Give Love Away on Valentine’s Day

Feb 04, 2026 16m

Valentine’s Day can stir up many emotions, especially for single and widowed mothers raising children without their dads. What was once meaningful or simply ordinary can feel tender now. In this…

201. Greatest Fear Becomes Reality

Jan 28, 2026 17m

Greatest Fear Becomes RealityFear is something many single and widowed moms quietly carry, especially after loss or trauma. In this episode, Lori Apon shares personal insight and biblical truth to…

200. Understanding Spiritual Warfare as a Single or Widowed Mom

Jan 21, 2026 21m

Spiritual warfare is a daily reality for every believer, especially for moms raising children with an absent dad. This episode helps you understand who the enemy is, recognize his tactics, and stand…

199. God’s Faithfulness Through Fatherlessness – A Son’s Story of Hope

Jan 14, 2026 38m

In this heartfelt conversation, Lori talks with David Welch, a husband of 42 years, father of four, and grandfather of nine, who shares his powerful story of growing up without a dad. At just eight…

198. Teaching the Bible to Your Children

Jan 07, 2026 34m

The start of a new year often brings both relief after the holidays and a desire for a fresh beginning. In this episode, mothers are encouraged to make God’s Word a foundation in their home by…

197. Stepping Into the New Year with Gratitude and Faith

Dec 31, 2025 18m

As the year comes to a close, Lori invites single and widowed mothers to pause, reflect, andremember God's faithfulness. Whether this New Year’s Eve is quiet, heavy, hopeful, or filledwith questions,…

196. God With Us: Holding Hope and Heartache at Christmas

Dec 24, 2025 11m

On Christmas Eve, Lori invites single and widowed moms into the heart of the Christmas story—the Lamb of God who came near. While Christmas Eve is often portrayed as peaceful and serene, many moms…

195. God Our Shepherd: Finding Comfort and Strength When Dad Is Absent

Dec 17, 2025 19m

As Christmas approaches and the days grow full and emotional, Lori invites single and widowed moms to look at a tender part of the Christmas story—the shepherds. These quiet, ordinary men were the…

194. Explaining Angels to Children: A Mom’s Biblical Perspective

Dec 10, 2025 16m

Single and widowed moms often hear well–meaning phrases like, “Your daddy is now your guardian angel.” In this episode, Lori gently unpacks what Scripture really says about angels, clarifies common…

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