This dialogue was originally recorded by FOCUS on January 4, 2026, at SEEK Columbus, and was open to both men and women.
In this special edition of The Magdala Podcast, we hear from Rachael and Anna Carter—co-founder and president of Eden Invitation—as they discuss sexual imperfection: what it means, how it impacts our lives, and how God is seeking to love of in the midst of these experiences.
Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here.
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Anna Carter is the co-founder and president of Eden Invitation. Anna's tenacious faith in Jesus predated her own experience of same-sex desires. Her passion for catechesis and evangelization brought her to Franciscan University of Steubenville, NET Ministries, and the high school classroom. Now, through directing the work of Eden Invitation, Anna proclaims there is resurrected life in the midst of our longings. Anna founded Eden Invitation to seek a just, pastoral response to LGBTQ+ experiences, and offer insight on what a "yes" to the Church's teachings can look like within these desires.
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Eden Invitation is a communal movement for Catholics and Christians with LGBTQ+ experiences. We believe abundant life in Christ is possible for people with LGBTQ+ experiences—we can thrive in fidelity to the Church's wisdom about sexuality and the human person. We strive to create a space where someone can receive their whole person (the beauty and the mess), grow friendships of mutual support, and be empowered to live creative discipleship, however God is inviting them to love and serve over the course of their lifetime.
Learn more about Eden Invitation: www.edeninvitation.com
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