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Why theology is essential for women's ministry

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Welcome to part 2 of our series on women’s ministry essentials. If you haven’t read part 1 on cultivating a culture of prayer, please be sure to do so. In this post, our focus will be on the women’s ministry essential of theology. What is theology? Simply put, theology is the study of God. By…

Why Theology is Essential for Every Women’s Ministry

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After several clear nudges from the Lord in the spring of 2023, I applied for and was accepted to Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary as a distance learning student in May 2023. I’m nearing the finish line on my MA in Ministry to Women. As one might imagine, I have had the opportunity to read a…

My Favorite Seminary Books

Book Reviews

My favorite books I read while working on my MA in Ministry to Women.

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 104, Should Your Women’s Ministry Use Video-Driven Bible Studies?, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links. Should Your Women’s Ministry Use Video-Driven Bible Studies? In my last post, I shared what I wish leaders knew about the impact and influence Bible…

Should Your Women’s Ministry Use Video-Driven Bible Studies? Pros, Cons, and Alternatives

Bible Study & Discipleship

Are video-driven Bible studies the right choice for your group?

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 104, How Bible Study Authors Shape Your Women’s Ministry, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast and YouTube channel. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links. How Bible Study Authors Shape Your Women’s Ministry Today, we continue this series on things I wish leaders knew. I wish leaders realized…

Ever thought about the influence Bible study authors have? Here's how Bible study authors shape your women's ministry.

Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Update: Since writing this post, I’ve had the opportunity to lead this as a Bible Study (book study). Our women LOVED this study! It was not at all what they expected. It challenged them to think differently about hospitality. It was much deeper than they expected too. If…

Book Review: Just Open the Door

Hospitality

Looking for a Bible study on hospitality! This is it! Check out my book review of Just Open the Door by Jen Schmidt.

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 47, Caring for the Needs of Your Bible Study, Discipleship, Small Group, and Women’s Ministry Members, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. EP 47: Caring for the Needs of Your Bible Study, Discipleship, Small Group Members Today we’re continuing our discipleship series by talking about caring for your…

Caring for the Needs of Your Bible Study, Discipleship, and Small Group Members

Bible Study & Discipleship

Practical tips and ideas for caring for the needs of your Bible study, discipleship, and small group members.

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 46, Supporting Bible Study, Discipleship, and Small Group Leaders, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Today we’re continuing our discipleship series by talking about supporting group leaders. Bible study, discipleship, and small groups need strong, committed, loving leaders. As women’s ministry…

Are you offering support for your small group leaders in these four key areas? Check out these tips and ideas for supporting your Bible study, discipleship, and small group leaders.

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 44, Coordinating Childcare for Bible Study and Women’s Ministry Events, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Our discipleship series continues today with a discussion on coordinating childcare. I’ve got a few ideas to help you with common childcare struggles including recruiting help and paying for childcare.  Is there…

Coordinating Childcare for Bible Study and Women’s Ministry Events

Bible Study & Discipleship

Need help finding volunteers and paying for childcare for your Bible study and women’s ministry events? Check out these solutions and ideas for solving common childcare struggles.

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 44, Collecting and Sharing Prayer Requests in Your Discipleship, Bible Study or Small Group, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Collecting and Sharing Prayer Requests in Your Discipleship, Bible Study, or Small Group Today we’re continuing our discipleship series with some helpful tips on collecting and sharing…

Collecting and Sharing Prayer Requests in Your Discipleship, Bible Study, or Small Group

Bible Study & Discipleship

Tips and best practices for collecting and sharing prayer requests in your discipleship, Bible study, or small group from a veteran Bible study leader.

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 42, The Benefits of Bible Study Homework, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Is Bible study homework necessary? Our discipleship series continues today as we tackle tough questions about Bible study homework. How do your women feel about Bible study homework?…

What are the benefits of Bible study homework? Is Bible study homework necessary? How much is too much? How can we encourage women to complete their Bible study homework?