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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.

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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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Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 97, The Dangers of Spiritual Shortcuts, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast and YouTube channel. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. The Dangers of Spiritual Shortcuts in Ministry We’ve talked about loving our ladies with meal trains, newborn and grief baskets, Sonshine boxes, and hospital care packages.…

The Dangers of Spiritual Shortcuts in Ministry

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Do you find yourself in a rush and taking spiritual shortcuts? They might seem harmless, but as I share in this post, they can be quite dangerous!

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 92, Leading Through Tragedy: How to Support Your Community During Difficult Times, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Leading Through Tragedy: How to Support Your Community During Difficult Times As I planned out the topics for this new series on loving…

Leading Through Tragedy: How to Support Your Community During Difficult Times

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Valuable insights and practical tips for women’s ministry leaders on how to respond when tragedy strikes a community, near or far.

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…

Below you’ll find the show notes for episode 85, Navigating the Dynamics of Control in Women’s Ministry Leadership, from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Navigating the Dynamics of Control in Women’s Ministry Leadership I like to be in control. I like to make a list and check each box. I like things to go according…

Navigating the Dynamics of Control in Women’s Ministry Leadership

Leadership

Dealing with a control issue? Let me help you tackle the sensitive issue of controlling leadership styles. In this post I’m sharing stories and tips for both leaders who tend to be controlling and those working under them.

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

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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.…

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.

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 77, Challenges and Prayers: Navigating Women’s Ministry in 2024 from the Women’s Ministry Toolbox Podcast. Please note: This post contains affiliate links. Challenges and Prayers: Navigating Women’s Ministry in 2024 What challenges are women’s ministry leaders facing in 2024? While I’ll share a few of my personal thoughts,…

Challenges and Prayers: Navigating Women’s Ministry in 2024

Leadership

What challenges are women's ministry leaders facing in 2024? Find out in this post!

If you’re suffering from women’s ministry burnout or thinking of quitting this is for you! And if you’re not, praise God! I’d love for you to read this post anyway. You may want to take some notes to help others or yourself when burnout strikes. What are some of the signs of women’s ministry burnout?…

Ministry burnout is real, and it's time to address it head-on! These 7 practical tips will help you overcome women’s ministry burnout as you refuel and renew your passion for women’s ministry.