The Business of Widows

Episode 5 - Jaimee Prado - God WILL Walk with You!

Episode 5 features a deeply moving conversation with Sis. Jaime Prado, filled with powerful nuggets of faith, hope, and unwavering trust in God. She so eloquently shares her journey through grief, pain, and suffering following the loss of her beloved husband, Bro. Ari Prado. Through her testimony, Sis. Jaime reflects on how God sustained her in seasons of heartbreak, strengthened her faith when answers were hard to find, and reminded her that His presence remains even in the deepest valleys. This episode offers encouragement to anyone walking through loss, reminding listeners that healing, hope, and purpose can still be found when we choose to trust God—especially in the midst of pain.  Thank you for listening to The Business of Widows! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider following and leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it really helps! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @thebusinessofwidows for updates and behind-the-scenes content. This episode was hosted and edited by Abigail Peterson. See you next time!"

Episode 4 - Paula Luke - God Is So Close, He Can Catch Our Tears

In this powerful episode of The Business of Widows, Abigail Peterson talks with Sis. Paula Luke to share her six-year journey of widowhood — a story marked by faith, perseverance, and God’s unfailing presence.  Sis. Luke opens her heart about the many seasons of grief she has walked through, including a particularly difficult 2025, and how God met her in every moment with strength and peace. Through her wisdom and testimony, she reminds listeners that even in the hardest chapters, God is still working.  She also shares how God placed a calling on her heart to begin a widows ministry at her church in Durham, North Carolina — creating a space for healing, community, and hope for women walking this same road.  This episode is filled with encouragement, faith, and the beautiful reminder that no widow walks alone.  Thank you for listening to The Business of Widows! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider following and leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it really helps! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @thebusinessofwidows for updates and behind-the-scenes content. This episode was hosted and edited by Abigail Peterson. See you next time!"

Episode 3 - Kathy Copeland - Trust in God...No Matter What.

Abigail Peterson has a heartfelt and hope-filled conversation with Sis Kathy Copeland, widow of the late Rev. Tim Copeland. Sis. Kathy vulnerably shares her journey through anticipatory grief during her husband’s illness and how she learned to trust God even in the midst of deep uncertainty and pain. She reflects on the comfort and strength she has received from her children, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren, and how their love has been a true blessing. With wisdom, grace, and compassion, Kathy offers beautiful encouragement and practical advice for those who are walking the difficult road of widowhood.  Thank you for listening to The Business of Widows! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider following and leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it really helps! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @thebusinessofwidows for updates and behind-the-scenes content. This episode was hosted and edited by Abigail Peterson. See you next time!"

Episode 2 - Tina Galaviz - Two Friends. Two Losses. One Unbreakable Faith.

In this deeply personal episode of The Business of Widows, host Abigail Peterson sits down with her long-standing friend of more than 25 years, Tina Galaviz. Tina became a widow just 14 months before Abbie—a shared experience neither of them ever imagined would become part of their story. Together, they reflect on how widowhood has reshaped their lives, challenged their sense of identity, and unexpectedly drawn them closer as friends. They speak candidly about the complexity of carrying the title of “widow,” the loneliness that can come with it, and the quiet strength found in being truly understood by someone who has walked a similar path. This episode is an honest conversation about grief, friendship, and learning to trust God in spite of this life-changing experience.  Thank you for listening to The Business of Widows! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider following and leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it really helps! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @thebusinessofwidows for updates and behind-the-scenes content. This episode was hosted and edited by Abigail Peterson. See you next time!"

The Inaugural Episode Launch of The Business of Widows with Abigail Peterson

On the one-year anniversary of becoming a widow, Abigail Peterson launches The Business of Widows with a deeply personal first episode. Abigail shares her journey through profound love, devastating loss, and God’s sustaining grace—including the loss of her husband, Jeremy, and the heartbreak that shaped her faith and calling. This episode reveals the heart and biblical foundation behind the podcast: creating space for widows to share their stories, honor their love, and walk forward with faith, honesty, and hope. Whether you are grieving, loving someone who is, or seeking to understand loss through a lens of grace, this episode invites you to listen, reflect, and remember—you are not alone. Thank you for listening to The Business of Widows! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider following and leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it really helps! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @thebusinessofwidows for updates and behind-the-scenes content. This episode was hosted and edited by Abigail Peterson. See you next time!"