Sometimes being a women’s ministry leader can become downright frustrating. The constant task of trying to encourage women to step out in faith, begin using their spiritual gifts, serve in new capacities, accept responsibility, or take a chance at doing something outside of their comfort zone can zap the passion out of our calling to […]
Archives for 2015
Unlocking Hidden Treasure in Scripture
As a Bible study teacher, small group leader or women’s ministry leader, understanding the culture in which Scripture was written can open up a wealth of understanding that we might miss if we simply read the Bible with our twenty-first century eyes. As we understand the culture that Jesus stepped into, we see just how […]
Principles of Effective Communication [Video]
Learn from Donna Jones, a ministry veteran of 25 years, how effectively communicating can make all the difference as a leader in ministry. You will discover: Why you cannot not communicate (It’s actually impossible!) The importance of how you communicate, including non-verbal cues. Practical ways to communicate with your team. How to communicate your expectations […]
Communicating Care to Increase Effectiveness
Have you ever wanted a conversation to go well but it somehow didn’t? Ever wondered what’s “off” in a relationship that should be better? Sometimes it all comes down to communication. This summer a simple question turned into an extraordinary conversation between my college-age daughter and me. “What do you think makes a good mom?” Her answers […]
Helping Women Understand Their Men
A few months ago, I posted an article for womensministry.net, urging us as women to understand the men in our lives. A few weeks ago, a group of hackers posted Ashley Madison user names for the world to see, and many women started thinking they didn’t want to understand the men in their lives! After […]
How to Push Through the Hard Days
Have you ever had one of those days when you needed God to remind you why you are doing what you’re doing? You know this is where you’re supposed to be but you feel a little discouraged (overwhelmed, helpless, insert your feeling here). I’ve been there too, but I want to encourage you that there […]
Release Your Inner Visionary
What is the difference between being a good leader and a visionary leader, and why does it matter? A good leader can effectively carry out a plan. A good leader can assess a situation and strategically lead. But a visionary leader can better see where God is leading, and is able to inspire others to […]
Embracing Home Bible Studies as Outside/In Ministry
Every Wednesday night I meet with four to six women in my home. They are fierce and wonderful. They are hungry for Christ. These are women who might not show up in a typical Bible study or women’s conference, but they feel comfortable in my home. They are growing in their faith. We are growing in relationship. As […]
Raising Up New Leaders
Passing on the baton of leadership. It’s a challenge we face every year as women’s ministry leaders. Part of our job description involves raising up new leaders. For years, I chose my friends because they were familiar; I knew their hearts, and I could count on them. But as our numbers grew, this method no longer worked. I […]
Template: Team Meeting Agenda
When leading a team meeting, it’s important to have an agenda to guide your time and provide your team members with the general flow of the meeting. Use this template as a starting point to create your own team meeting agenda.
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