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Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Chris Riley
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Chris Riley

In this conversation, Chris Riley shares his journey as a father of children with special needs, detailing the challenges and transformations he experienced through adoption, diagnosis, and emotional struggles.

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Rising Above MinistriesJune 10, 2025Podcast Comment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Elizabeth Jones
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Elizabeth Jones

In this conversation, Elizabeth Jones shares her profound journey of motherhood, focusing on her experiences with adoption and raising a child with special needs.

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Rising Above MinistriesJune 3, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Dustin Rawls
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Dustin Rawls

In this engaging conversation, Becky Davidson and Dustin Rawls explore the emotional journey of parenting a child with special needs, the importance of community support, and the role of faith in our lives.

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Rising Above MinistriesMay 27, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Kandis Moss
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Kandis Moss

In this heartfelt conversation, Becky Davidson and Kandis Moss share their experiences of navigating life as widows, reflecting on the profound impact of loss, the challenges of solo parenting, and the emotional weight of anniversaries.

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Rising Above MinistriesMay 20, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Rachael Vermeulen
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Rachael Vermeulen

In this conversation, Becky Davidson and Rachael Vermeulen discuss Rachael's journey into special-needs motherhood, the challenges she faced, and how her faith evolved through trials.

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Rising Above MinistriesMay 13, 2025Podcast Comment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Andrea Duerkop
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Andrea Duerkop

In this conversation, Andrea Duerkop shares her journey as a special needs parent, discussing the challenges and triumphs of raising her son Sam, who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

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Rising Above MinistriesMay 6, 2025Podcast Comment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Amy J. Brown
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Amy J. Brown

In this conversation, Becky Davidson and Amy discuss the importance of spiritual practices for caregivers, particularly those dealing with invisible disabilities.

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Rising Above MinistriesApril 29, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Rising Above Dads
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Rising Above Dads

Introducing: RISING ABOVE DADS – The Podcast for Dads Raising Exceptional Kids

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Rising Above MinistriesApril 22, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Sara Womack
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Sara Womack

In this conversation, Becky Davidson and Sara discuss Sara's journey through adoption, particularly focusing on her experiences with her son Camilo, who has special needs.

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Rising Above MinistriesApril 15, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Larah Roberts
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Larah Roberts

In this conversation, Becky Davidson and Larah discuss the journey of parenting a child with autism, exploring themes of faith, advocacy, and personal growth.

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Rising Above MinistriesApril 8, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Susanna Zekas
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Susanna Zekas

In this conversation, Susanna Zekas shares her journey as a mother of three boys, each with unique needs, including Down syndrome and autism.

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Rising Above MinistriesApril 1, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Kaylee Lazaro
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Kaylee Lazaro

Kaylee’s story will be an encouragement to you on your special-needs journey.

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Rising Above MinistriesMarch 25, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Leslie Harrah
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Leslie Harrah

Our new friend, Leslie, shares her story as a new mom to a daughter with medical needs.

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Rising Above MinistriesMarch 18, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Kim Botto
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Kim Botto

Enjoy our conversation with Kim Botto, especially out her new book, Boundless Hope: Help for the Hurting, Compassion for the Misunderstood, Belonging for the Lonely.

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Rising Above MinistriesMarch 11, 2025Podcast Comment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Carrie M. Holt
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Carrie M. Holt

Our friend Carrie M. Holt discusses Psalm 23 from a special-needs parent perspective.

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Rising Above MinistriesMarch 4, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Camille Block
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Camille Block

Enjoy this conversation with our new friend, Camille, about her recent book.

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Rising Above MinistriesFebruary 25, 2025Podcast Comment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Mandy Rawls: Making Tough Decisions
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Mandy Rawls: Making Tough Decisions

As special-needs parents, we have to make decisions daily for our children regarding their care. There are times when decisions come our way that may have life-altering effects.

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Rising Above MinistriesFebruary 18, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Max Brooks: In His Own Words
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Max Brooks: In His Own Words

Despite being born with a rare condition called congenital central hyperventilation syndrome (CCHS), which significantly impacts his breathing, Max has never let it hold him back from pursuing his dreams.

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Rising Above MinistriesFebruary 11, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Austin Fry: In His Own Words
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Austin Fry: In His Own Words

Austin is 22 and loves friends, music, and his new job at Old Navy. Austin was diagnosed with autism when he was 2.5. He has a heart of gold!

In this episode we get to hear about his life as an adult with autism. 

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Rising Above MinistriesFebruary 4, 2025PodcastComment
Rising Above with Becky Davidson -  Mattea Trusty: In Her Own Words
Rising Above with Becky Davidson - Mattea Trusty: In Her Own Words

Enjoy this conversation Becky has with our friend, Mattea, about her experience "adulting with a disability."

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Rising Above MinistriesJanuary 28, 2025PodcastComment
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We always love the opportunity to share about ministry at Rising Above! This morning, Becky hosted over 40 high school girls and adults from Collegeside to show them what we do! We are grateful for the turnout of people who want to learn and be a par
Introducing one of our speakers for Base Camp, Brad Lee! Tickets are available now for this dads' weekend event in October.

➡️www.risingaboveministries.org/base-camp

Learn more about Brad ⬇️

-Chaplain (Colonel-Retired) / Director of the Special Ne
Join us on the podcast today as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Mallory, who shares her heartfelt journey of adoption, family life, and finding joy amidst challenges. Discover the beauty of choosing joy, the surprises of international ado
Being a mom is a sacred calling — but being a special-needs mom often means carrying extra weight on tired shoulders. Therapies, meltdowns, diagnoses, sleepless nights, and constant advocacy can feel isolating. 💔

But friend, you were never me
Today, we had a farewell lunch with DeAnna before her family moves to Alabama. One of the great things about our new remote set-up is that she’ll still be able to be a part of the team here at Rising Above! So..it’s see you later for now,

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