<p>In this episode of the Renew Podcast, Gina Robinson and Megan Haggard sit down with Lori Musser, Morgan Linford, and Ashton Kiesling to talk honestly about community, grief, loss, and finding hope in Jesus through seasons of deep suffering.</p><p><br></p><p>As Small Groups prepare to launch at Opendoor Church, this conversation centers on why community matters most when life hurts the most.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, these women share three distinct perspectives shaped by profound loss, including infertility, stillbirth, and the tragic loss of a child and sibling. Through it all, they reflect on what it looks like to walk through a true “Job season” while holding tightly to faith, trust, and the presence of God.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is for anyone who:Is walking through grief, loss, or unanswered questionsFeels weary and needs renewal and hopeWonders how community plays a role in healingIs tempted to withdraw instead of leaning in</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll hear stories of God’s faithfulness through Small Groups, the power of showing up for one another, and how peace and joy can exist even in the middle of pain.</p><p><br></p><p>Lori, Ashton, and Morgan also share from their book, Small Signs of Big Hope, a 30-day devotional born out of suffering, faith, and the steady presence of God.</p><p><br></p><p>Resources &amp; Links</p><p><br></p><p>• Small Signs of Big Hope (30-Day Devotional)</p><p>Available locally at Boulevard Hair Company and Coastal Fog</p><p>• Learn more about Renew:</p><p>Email: [email protected]</p><p>• Join the Renew women’s community:</p><p>Text RENEW to 45000</p><p><br></p><p> EPISODE CHAPTERS</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 – Welcome to the Renew Podcast</p><p>00:01 – Why this conversation matters: grief, loss, and community</p><p>00:02 – Meet the guests: Lori Musser, Morgan Linford, Ashton Kiesling</p><p>00:04 – How Morgan’s family found Open Door Church</p><p>00:06 – “We’re moving to North Carolina” – following God without a plan</p><p>00:09 – Why small groups matter before crisis hits</p><p>00:11 – Creating a family Small Group and bringing kids into community</p><p>00:14 – Introducing Small Signs of Big Hope</p><p>00:16 – “Isn’t this enough?” walking through a Job season</p><p>00:19 – Loss begins: infertility, stillbirth, and grief</p><p>00:23 – The phone call no parent wants to receive</p><p>00:27 – How community showed up in practical ways</p><p>00:31 – Ashton’s story: loss in a short span of time</p><p>00:35 – Morgan’s hospital journey and a defining faith moment</p><p>00:39 – Trusting God when outcomes are unknown</p><p>00:42 – Peace in the room during unbearable loss</p><p>00:46 – Choosing joy: “Jesus owns you”</p><p>00:49 – Grief, surrender, and identity in Christ</p><p>00:53 – When the Holy Spirit prompts you to show up</p><p>00:56 – Where to find the book and connect with Renew</p><p>00:58 – Closing encouragement and final thoughts</p>