S1E23 - Maria’s Story: God Watches Over You
God is Good Podcast
When life didn’t go the way she planned, Maria discovered that God’s hand was still at work—in ways she never imagined. From devastating miscarriages and opening her home to foster children to standing in the holy presence of the Eucharistic Miracle in Fatima, Maria’s story is one of surrender, healing, and transformation. Now a Catholic author and mom of four, Maria shares how God turned heartbreak into blessing and how she learned to pray without ceasing, even in the darkest seasons. This conversation will remind you that even when you can’t see Him, God is moving. In This Episode * Maria’s early faith life and lifelong connection to the Mass * How her husband’s conversion to Catholicism became part of their family’s story * Facing the pain of four miscarriages and finding hope through foster care and adoption * Learning to recognize God’s presence in hindsight * The miraculous pilgrimage to Fatima that transformed her heart and faith * How Maria channels her journey into writing faith-filled stories for children and moms Favorite Scripture “Pray without ceasing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Learn More About Maria Riley * Website: MariaRileyAuthor.com * Instagram & Facebook: @MariaRileyAuthor * Books: Adventures with the Saints series (Books 1–4 available now; Book 5 coming in 2026) Connect with the God Is Good Podcast Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today. Because no matter what you’re facing… God is good.
About Podcast
In this podcast, we bring you the real stories of everyday people who have faced significant challenges and emerged transformed. Our mission is to shine a light on how God works in our everyday lives to help us overcome adversity.
In today’s digital age, we're barraged by stories of others living their seemingly best lives. Social media, in particular, can be an onslaught of happy stories and extraordinary adventures. When we’re struggling though, the constant displays of what appear to be the perfect lives of others can have a disastrous affect on us. We ask, why is everyone else’s life so perfect while I’m suffering?
Here, we hope you'll find something different and inspiring. In each episode you will hear from courageous people who share their real-life struggles and tribulations. They tell us how their lives dramatically changed after an encounter with God. And they explain what their lives are like now. Are their lives perfect? Well, you’ll have to listen to hear the answer.
We invite you to join us on this journey. We’re glad you’re here—get involved, tell us your thoughts, maybe even share your story of joyful transformation.
So grab a cup of coffee. Sit back, relax, and be inspired by the journeys of ordinary people who love God. And discover why God is good...all the time!
Real People. Real Stories. Real Transformations.