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Tips for dividing women into groups for Bible study, retreats, and women’s ministry events. Break up cliques. Achieve multigenerational discussion groups.

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Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 39, Dividing Women into Groups, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Dividing Women into Groups Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Today we’re tackling a hot-button topic – dividing women into groups for Bible study, retreats, and women’s ministry events. I’ll take you step-by-step through the process…

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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 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 –…

The Power of Personal Testimonies

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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…

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 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…

How to Know if Your Women’s Ministry Needs a Makeover

Leadership

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.

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 17, Everything You Need to Know About Women’s Ministry Surveys, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Everything You Need to Know About Women’s Ministry Surveys We’re going to be talking about: I’ll also be sharing some sample survey questions and tips on…

Everything You Need to Know About Women’s Ministry Surveys

Forms & Surveys

Unpacking everything you need to know about women’s ministry surveys, including who you should survey, what to survey, and how to create surveys. Post also includes sample survey questions and tips on processing the responses you receive.

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 16, How to Find Volunteers, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. EP 16: How to Find Volunteers Welcome to episode number 16, How to Find Volunteers. Today, we’re going to be talking about all things volunteer-related. How do you find them? How…

How to find volunteers for your women’s ministry events and activities. Including my best tips for recruiting volunteers and six ways to encourage commitment.

Below you’ll find the transcript for episode 10: Do we really need an agenda for every women’s ministry gathering? from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. EP10: Do we really need an agenda for every women’s ministry gathering? Intro: Welcome to the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. I’m Cyndee Ownbey, your…

Do we really need an agenda for our women’s ministry gathering?

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Do we really need an agenda for every women's ministry gathering? Does an agenda limit the Holy Spirit? Includes 3 tips for crafting great agendas for your women's ministry gatherings.

Last week I shared a detailed post on how to host a gift exchange. If you need help organizing your gift exchange, be sure you read that post first. Today we’re getting creative, and I’m sharing Christian-themed gift exchange ideas and some general gift exchange themes. You’re welcome to grab an idea and make it…

28 Gift Exchange Theme Ideas

Fellowships

Are you planning a gift exchange? Check out the 28 creative ideas for a gift exchange theme. Includes 14 Christian themes and 14 general themes.

While we often relegate gift exchanges to Christmas fellowships, gift exchanges can be done throughout the year. Sometimes a gift outside of the Christmas season is even more appreciated! A gift exchange can be a great tool for encouraging women to connect and love on one another. You (or your team) will need to decide:…

Everything you need to know about how to host a gift exchange. Includes detailed instructions and tips for a successful gift exchange.