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Father's Refuge

Father's Refuge

Father’s Refuge is a safe and compassionate space for fathers and family members who have experienced profound loss.
Grief takes many forms — the death of a loved one, the weight of extended illness, the collapse of a relationship, or the loss of purpose that comes with major life changes. Whatever the source, loss reshapes us, and no one should have to face it alone.

Hosted by James Moffitt, Father’s Refuge was born out of personal heartbreak. James lost his daughter, Jessica Ann, to childhood cancer in 2001, and his son, Jeremy, in 2025. Through honest conversations, faith, reflection, and shared storytelling, he offers encouragement to fathers who often suffer in silence — reminding them that healing is possible and community matters.

Each episode of Father’s Refuge explores real stories of loss, resilience, and hope. This is a place where fathers — and all family members navigating grief — can find comfort, understanding, and the strength to keep moving forward.

Recent Episodes

Dec. 12, 2025

From Aneurysm to Caregiver : A Journey of Purpose

Send us a text Keywords fatherhood, grief, recovery, mental health, resilience, caregiving, success, emotional processing, personal growth, life lessons Summary In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt speaks with Andrew Davey, a musician and mental health counselor, about his journey…
Dec. 5, 2025

Strength in Swag, Refuge in Faith

Send us a text In this conversation, James Moffitt shares his personal journey through grief and loss, emphasizing the temporary nature of pain and the importance of finding hope. He discusses the emotional struggles that accompany loss and the choices individuals face in how to respond to their gr…
Nov. 21, 2025

Dr Brad Miller with Cancer and Comedy Podcast

Send us a text Keywords renewal, faith, grief, defining moments, commitment, God, life lessons, spirituality Summary In this conversation, Brad Miller shares his personal journey of faith, emphasizing the importance of renewal moments in life, especially during times of loss and grief. He reflects …
Oct. 24, 2025

The 6th Stage of Grief no one talks about - Anxiety

Send us a text In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt delves into the often unspoken connection between anxiety and grief, particularly for fathers. He discusses the sixth stage of grief, as identified by Claire Bidwell-Smith, which is anxiety. Through personal anecdotes and reflect…
Oct. 17, 2025

Writing as a Way to Heal with John Dedakis

Send us a text In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt speaks with author and journalist John DeDakis about the profound impact of grief on fathers. They explore John's personal journey through the loss of his son, the therapeutic power of writing, and the importance of grief counsel…
Oct. 3, 2025

The Grief Journey (Heartbreak, Healing & Humor) with Steve Gamlin

Send us a text In this episode of Father's Refuge, host James Moffitt speaks with Steve Gamlin about his journey through grief after losing his wife, Tina. They discuss the complexities of grief, the importance of vulnerability, and the need for support during difficult times. Steve shares his pers…

Recent Blog Posts

Dec. 9, 2025

Father's Refuge Podcast and my mission

Hello everyone! I want Father's Refuge to be a safe and compassionate space for anyone that is experiencing loss or grief due to the loss of a family member or close significant other. This is something that men and women all experience at some poi…

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Nov. 29, 2025

Stephen Wagstaff with SwagabilityINC

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About the Host

James Moffitt