Wholesome entertainment that deals authentically with real life and honors God can feel almost impossible to find. Where can Christian parents turn for stories that inspire, edify, and wrestle with tough issues—without sacrificing biblical truth?

Catherine welcomes acclaimed author Felicia Ferguson, whose award-winning women’s fiction is making waves for all the right reasons. Felicia, who holds master’s degrees in health care administration and speech language pathology, writes novels featuring strong female characters who face trauma, tragedy, and real-world dilemmas—always anchored by Christian faith and ethical choices.

Together, they discuss how fiction can model kingdom impact, spark empathy, and equip Christians of all ages to handle adversity with faith. Felicia Ferguson reveals the inspiration behind her latest works, including "When Secrets Come Calling" and "The Choices She Made." She shares how her own professional and personal experiences—like navigating the loss of a parent or working with dementia patients—inspire her realistic, hope-filled storylines.

Key Insights & HighlightsWrestling with Trauma through Faith

Felicia's characters don’t avoid pain or gloss over difficult situations—like sexual assault, family secrets, or dementia. Instead, they walk through the challenges, lean into God, and make decisions rooted in biblical principles.

The Power of Redemptive Fiction

As Catherine notes, many Christian entertainment options simply sanitize secular stories without offering real answers or hope. In contrast, Felicia Ferguson’s novels show what it looks like to grieve, heal, and find identity in Christ—even if life doesn’t tie up with a pretty bow.

Identity Beyond Circumstance

A recurring theme in the conversation is pursuing an identity rooted not in career, family roles, or past mistakes—but in being a beloved child of God. In Felicia’s words: "Who I am intrinsically is who God created me to be."

Stories That Heal and Equip

Whether it’s helping readers process trauma or showing how to biblically navigate hard conversations, Felicia Ferguson’s ultimate goal is kingdom impact: “I want my characters to have that same experience because...I don’t see that enough in the Christian market.”

Real-Life Application

Catherine and Felicia discuss how stories—whether on the page or in real life—can prepare us as parents to face giants, support our kids through hardships, and remind us that healing and hope are possible through Christ.

Guest Bio

Felicia Ferguson is an award-winning author with master’s degrees in Health Care Administration and Speech Language Pathology. After a decade in the Florida Panhandle and a career as a speech therapist, Felicia now writes full-time from Colorado. Her passion is crafting women’s fiction featuring strong female leads who confront trauma and tragedy using biblical principles. Felicia’s uniquely encouraging perspective blends professional expertise with a heartfelt desire for kingdom impact, both in fiction and in life.

Episode Resources


Felicia’s Website & Book Links


"When Secrets Come Calling" 


"The Choices She Made" 


Catherine Segars Resources

Do you and your children have wholesome models for processing trauma, wrestling with identity, and making faith-based decisions? In a culture that defines us by achievements, roles, or wounds, how can you point your family toward finding identity and hope in Christ?

Tune in for encouragement, inspiration, and summer reading that truly makes a difference!

Wholesome entertainment that deals authentically with real life and honors God can feel almost impossible to find. Where can Christian parents turn for stories that inspire, edify, and wrestle with tough issues&mdash;without sacrificing biblical truth?
Catherine welcomes acclaimed author Felicia Ferguson, whose award-winning women&rsquo;s fiction is making waves for all the right reasons. Felicia, who holds master&rsquo;s degrees in health care administration and speech language pathology, writes novels featuring strong female characters who face trauma, tragedy, and real-world dilemmas&mdash;always anchored by Christian faith and ethical choices.
Together, they discuss how fiction can model kingdom impact, spark empathy, and equip Christians of all ages to handle adversity with faith. Felicia Ferguson reveals the inspiration behind her latest works, including "When Secrets Come Calling" and "The Choices She Made." She shares how her own professional and personal experiences&mdash;like navigating the loss of a parent or working with dementia patients&mdash;inspire her realistic, hope-filled storylines.
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Key Insights &amp; HighlightsWrestling with Trauma through Faith
Felicia's characters don&rsquo;t avoid pain or gloss over difficult situations&mdash;like sexual assault, family secrets, or dementia. Instead, they walk through the challenges, lean into God, and make decisions rooted in biblical principles.
The Power of Redemptive Fiction
As Catherine notes, many Christian entertainment options simply sanitize secular stories without offering real answers or hope. In contrast, Felicia Ferguson&rsquo;s novels show what it looks like to grieve, heal, and find identity in Christ&mdash;even if life doesn&rsquo;t tie up with a pretty bow.
Identity Beyond Circumstance
A recurring theme in the conversation is pursuing an identity rooted not in career, family roles, or past mistakes&mdash;but in being a beloved child of God. In Felicia&rsquo;s words: "Who I am intrinsically is who God created me to be."
Stories That Heal and Equip
Whether it&rsquo;s helping readers process trauma or showing how to biblically navigate hard conversations, Felicia Ferguson&rsquo;s ultimate goal is kingdom impact: &ldquo;I want my characters to have that same experience because...I don&rsquo;t see that enough in the Christian market.&rdquo;
Real-Life Application
Catherine and Felicia discuss how stories&mdash;whether on the page or in real life&mdash;can prepare us as parents to face giants, support our kids through hardships, and remind us that healing and hope are possible through Christ.
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Guest Bio
Felicia Ferguson is an award-winning author with master&rsquo;s degrees in Health Care Administration and Speech Language Pathology. After a decade in the Florida Panhandle and a career as a speech therapist, Felicia now writes full-time from Colorado. Her passion is crafting women&rsquo;s fiction featuring strong female leads who confront trauma and tragedy using biblical principles. Felicia&rsquo;s uniquely encouraging perspective blends professional expertise with a heartfelt desire for kingdom impact, both in fiction and in life.
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Episode Resources
<ul>
<li>
<a href="https://feliciafergusonauthor.com/">Felicia&rsquo;s Website &amp; Book Links</a>
</li>
<li>
"<a href="https://feliciafergusonauthor.com/books/gulf-shores-murder-mystery-book/">When Secrets Come Calling</a>"&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
"<a href="https://feliciafergusonauthor.com/books/pregnancy-from-sexual-assault-book/https://feliciafergusonauthor.com/books/pregnancy-from-sexual-assault-book/">The Choices She Made</a>"&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://catherinesegars.com/resources">Catherine Segars Resources</a>
</li>
</ul>
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Do you and your children have wholesome models for processing trauma, wrestling with identity, and making faith-based decisions? In a culture that defines us by achievements, roles, or wounds, how can you point your family toward finding identity and hope in Christ?
Tune in for encouragement, inspiration, and summer reading that truly makes a difference!

The Christian Parent, Crazy World podcast with Catherine Segars equips moms and dads to be godly parents in a world that often opposes their faith. As a passionate apologist and seasoned communicator, Catherine unpacks the tough cultural issues facing families today, offering insightful, biblically grounded guidance. Each episode helps parents understand the challenges of our times and respond with wisdom, confidence, and grace.

Topics covered on this podcast include:
What to Do If Your Child Walks Away from the Faith
Can Our Words Change the Future?
Why Are So Many Kids Falling Away from The Faith?
13 Ways To Be a Better Parent This Year
5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z
What Critical Foundation Do Many Parents Miss When Discipling Their Kids?
How To Teach Your Kids the Christian Worldview 
Hope and Strategy for Parents of Prodigal Children

Want to read some of Catherine's most popular Christian parenting articles? Check them out here: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/

The Christian Parent, Crazy World&nbsp;podcast with Catherine Segars equips moms and dads to be godly parents in a world that often opposes their faith. As a passionate apologist and seasoned communicator, Catherine unpacks the tough cultural issues facing families today, offering insightful, biblically grounded guidance. Each episode helps parents understand the challenges of our times and respond with wisdom, confidence, and grace.
Topics covered on this podcast include:
<ul>
<li>What to Do If Your Child Walks Away from the Faith</li>
<li>Can Our Words Change the Future?</li>
<li>Why Are So Many Kids Falling Away from The Faith?</li>
<li>13 Ways To Be a Better Parent This Year</li>
<li>5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z</li>
<li>What Critical Foundation Do Many Parents Miss When Discipling Their Kids?</li>
<li>How To Teach Your Kids the Christian Worldview&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hope and Strategy for Parents of Prodigal Children</li>
</ul>
Want to read some of Catherine's most popular Christian parenting articles? Check them out here: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/

Christian Parent, Crazy World is a podcast dedicated to helping you be a godly parent in an ungodly world.

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Stories That Heal: Tackling Tough Issues Through Christian Fiction (w/ Felicia Ferguson) - "Best of" Ep. 109

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