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I'm sharing all of the details about the newborn baskets and grief baskets we distribute to the members of our church.

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Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 93, Newborn and Grief Baskets: Loving Our Ladies in Times of Joy and Sorrow, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Newborn and Grief Baskets: Loving Our Ladies in Times of Joy and Sorrow I’m excited to continue our series on loving…

Newborn and Grief Baskets: Loving Our Ladies in Times of Joy and Sorrow

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Note: This post was updated in July 2024 with new questions and new cards. Do you have a women’s ministry fall fellowship scheduled? Maybe you’re looking for something to break the ice with your new Bible study group. These Fall Table Talk Questions will help to build relationships and connections within your group(s) as they share…

Fall Table Talk Cards (Free Printable)

Icebreakers

Fall Table Talk Cards for your fall women's ministry event or Bible study.

Note: This post was originally published in May 2022. In light of recent events in 2023 and 2024, I’ve made a few updates that I hope will help. Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 89, What Should Women’s Ministry Leaders Say on Social Media When Tragedy Strikes, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. What…

What Should Women’s Ministry Leaders Say on Social Media When Tragedy Strikes

Leadership

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 87, Six Unpopular Opinions That Challenge Common Women’s Ministry Practices, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Six Unpopular Opinions That Challenge Common Women’s Ministry Practices It’s time to wrap up this mini-series on hot topics and hot takes! We’ve covered a…

Seasoned women's ministry leader, Cyndee Ownbey, is sharing six unpopular opinions on women's ministry. Do you agree or disagree?

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 83, The Unseen Reasons Women Skip Ministry Events and How to Address Them, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. The Unseen Reasons Women Skip Ministry Events and How to Address Them This series on Hot Topics and Hot Takes continues with…

The Unseen Reasons Women Skip Ministry Events and How to Address Them

Leadership

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 82, Navigating Leadership: Advice for Young Leaders and Those Serving Under Them, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Navigating Leadership: Advice for Young Leaders and Those Serving Under Them I recently received an email from a young leader in her 20s.…

Navigating Leadership: Advice for Young Leaders and Those Serving Under Them

Leadership

Are you a young leader or serving under one? Don’t miss this valuable leadership advice for young leaders and the older women serving under them.

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 81, Mother’s Day and Women’s Ministry: Navigating Challenges with Compassion and Sensitivity, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Mother’s Day and Women’s Ministry: Navigating Challenges with Compassion and Sensitivity As has been the case with most of these recent blog posts…

Need help navigating the challenges of women's ministry and Mother's Day? This post will help you navigate the challenges with compassion and sensitivity.

The posts below are part of a series on Hot Topics and Hot Takes. Hot Topics and Hot Takes focus on practices, ideas, or beliefs that women’s ministry leaders may encounter. Some of my Hot Takes are a little spicy! There’s a good chance you’ll disagree with some of my opinions and that’s okay! My…

Women’s Ministry: Hot Topics and Hot Takes

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We're talking women's ministry hot topics and hot takes. Drawing attention to women's ministry practices that may need to be updated to better reach the women in your church.

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 80, Rethinking Bible Games: A Deep Dive into Their Role in Women’s Ministry, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Rethinking Bible Games: A Deep Dive into Their Role in Women’s Ministry A few years ago, I wrote a post about…

Rethinking Bible Games: A Deep Dive into Their Role in Women’s Ministry

Icebreakers

Are Bible games a win or a sin in women's ministry? If you've ever considered incorporating Bible games into your meetings, Bible studies, or events, this post is a must-read.

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode EP 78, Celebrating New Life and Love: Managing Baby and Bridal Showers with Grace, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Celebrating New Life and Love: Managing Baby and Bridal Showers with Grace This series on Hot Topics and Hot Takes continues…

Practical insights and encouragement on how to navigate the beautiful celebrations of baby and bridal showers within the church community.