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Are you looking to spark deeper spiritual growth among the women in your church? In this post, Cyndee Ownbey explores practical, scripture-rooted ways to make discipleship a core part of your ministry.

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Our series on the essentials of women’s ministry continues today with a focus on discipleship. If you’ve been following along, you may have read the post on theology. Discipleship is closely connected to theology; it is taking the knowledge one has learned about God (theology) and putting it into action. Definitions Let’s start with some…

Five Practical Ways to Encourage Discipleship in Your Women’s Ministry

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This post includes affiliate links. If you’re looking for a beautiful, theologically rich study Bible, I’ve got a great recommendation for you! Not Your Typical Women’s Bible I’ll admit, when I received the opportunity to review a copy of the new CSB (Christian Standard Bible) Women’s Study Bible, I was a bit hesitant. Was this…

Review: CSB Women’s Study Bible

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Review of CSB Women's Study Bible

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

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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…

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

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 101, A Surprising Shift: Gen Z, Faith, and the Future of Women’s Ministry, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. A Surprising Shift: Gen Z, Faith, and the Future of Women’s Ministry Cyndee Ownbey: Ladies, I am very excited for today’s podcast episode. I have a special guest here with…

A Surprising Shift: Gen Z, Faith, and the Future of Women’s Ministry

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Cyndee Ownbey and Barna’s Cicely Corey discuss new research on Gen Z women, exploring why fewer are attending church and how ministries can better engage and support them.

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

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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…

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…

Supporting Bible Study, Discipleship, and Small Group Leaders

Bible Study & Discipleship

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…

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