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EPISODE · Jan 27, 2026 · 24 MIN

How Churches Can Include Single Parents: Ron Deal and Gayla Grace

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What if the families who feel like “misfits” in church are actually the majority? Therapist Ron Deal and author Gayla Grace explore the pain of exclusion, sharing practical, gospel-centered strategies for how churches can include single parents. From language tweaks to small groups and intentional hospitality, this episode inspires hope, challenges assumptions, and equips leaders and volunteers to create a church where every family feels truly seen. Show Notes and Resources Find Ron and Nan's book, "The Mindful Marriage: Create Your Best Relationship Through Understanding and Managing Yourself" in our shop. Join us for our yearly Blended and Blessed event, go to blendedandblessed.com Find more blended resources at familylife.com/blended  Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. See resources from our past podcasts. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife's podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network   See cru.org/us/en/about/privacy FamilyLife’s Privacy Policy

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