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The first in a series on discipleship, this post looks at what the Bible says about discipleship and offers several definitions of discipleship to consider.

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Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 27, Defining Discipleship, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. EP 27: Defining Discipleship Intro: Welcome to the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. I’m Cyndee Ownbey, your host and women’s ministry mentor.  I’m the founder of Women’s Ministry Toolbox and the author of Rethinking Women’s…

Defining Discipleship

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Below you’ll find the transcript for the trailer episode for the Discipleship series from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Trailer: Discipleship Series Introduction Intro: Hi, I’m Cyndee Ownbey, the host of the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. I’m the author of Rethinking Women’s Ministry, and I serve on the…

Discipleship Series Introduction

Bible Study & Discipleship

An introduction to my new series on discipleship. Get the inside scoop on what's coming next!

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 26, Q&A and Praise Reports from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. EP 26: Question and Answer + Praise Reports Intro: Welcome to the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. I’m Cyndee Ownbey, your host and women’s ministry mentor.  I’m the founder of Women’s Ministry…

Question and Answer + Praise Reports

Leadership

Answering questions from women's ministry leaders and sharing some praise reports.

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 25: Purposeful Women’s Ministry from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. EP 25: Purposeful Women’s Ministry Intro: Welcome to the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. I’m Cyndee Ownbey, your host and women’s ministry mentor.  I’m the founder of Women’s Ministry Toolbox and the author…

Purposeful women's ministry programs can have a kingdom impact. But too many of us lead with Pinterest and not with purpose.

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 23, Creative Ideas for Door Prizes, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. EP 23: Creative Ideas for Door Prizes Today, we’ll be talking about: I want to start by noting that door prizes are 100% optional. Some women’s ministry teams never give…

Creative Ideas for Door Prizes

Door Prizes & Favors

Are you looking for some creative ideas for door prizes? This post is packed with creative ways to give away door prizes and creative door prize gift ideas!

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 22, How to Select Icebreaker Games that Build Relationships, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. How to Select Icebreaker Games that Build Relationships. Today, we’re going to be talking about: I’m also going to share a list of the most popular icebreaker…

How to Select Icebreaker Games that Build Relationships

Icebreakers

The best icebreaker games build relationships and provide opportunities for our women to connect with one another.

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 21, The Power of Personal Testimonies, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. The Power of Personal Testimonies In this post you’ll find: Looking to teach your women how to share their personal testimony of God’s faithfulness? Check out my workshop kit –…

Atl: The differences between devotionals and testimonies, why we should share our personal testimonies, and how to share them.

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 20, How to Work Within Your Women’s Ministry Budget,  from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. EP: 20 How to Work Within Your Women’s Ministry Budget Whether you have a healthy women’s ministry budget or not, this post is for you! We’ll be…

How to Work Within Your Women’s Ministry Budget

Budgeting

Whether you have a healthy women's ministry budget or not, this post is for you! I’m sharing how to budget for women's ministry events, what to consider when deciding whether or not to charge for an event or activity, and tips you can apply no matter the size of your budget.

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 19, How to Create Captivating Publicity for Your Women’s Ministry, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. How to Create Captivating Publicity for Your Women’s Ministry In this post, I’ll share ideas and tips about where to share publicity and what it needs…

How to Create Captivating Publicity for Your Women’s Ministry

Publicity

Need some help creating captivating publicity for your women’s ministry? This post is packed with tips and creative ideas!

Below you’ll find the transcript for the bonus episode, How to Know if Your Women’s Ministry Needs a Makeover, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. How to Know if Your Women’s Ministry Needs a Makeover Intro: Welcome to the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. I’m Cyndee Ownbey, your host and…

Does your women’s ministry need a makeover? This four-phase process will help you accurately evaluate your women's ministry and make changes where needed so it's more effective, engaging, and fruitful.