I was alone, or at least I felt that way. Women huddled in happy clusters chatting about first one thing and then another. Some propped babies on their hips. Others clutched Bibles in their hands. Most wore smiles on their faces. I wore one too. But it wasn’t a reflection of what was in my […]
The Best Way to Make Decisions as a Team
It’s time to plan spring and summer ministry projects – an exciting time! However, as you gather your leadership team to make a list of the needs within the church and community, the list quickly becomes too long to reasonably tackle. As the leader, you recognize that the team needs to determine what projects your […]
3 Lies Leaders Believe
Stepping on a crack as a kid meant my sweet Mother’s back was at risk of being broken! Step on a crack, break your Mother’s back! You remember?! I diligently avoided each crack by skipping or tip-toeing just to keep my Mom in good health. It’s a silly belief but there are lots of erroneous […]
Convincing Women Their Contributions Matter
“I have no idea where I should serve—or even if I should. I’m not really talented or gifted.” Ever heard these words? I have. On more than one occasion. Virtually every woman who utters these words has fallen into the trap of what I call “Paper Plate Perception” – the belief that we’re nothing […]
Asking the Right Questions at a Leadership Crossroad
Do you happen to be at a crossroad, wondering if it’s time to pull back on a position that is no longer the right fit for you? Maybe the vision you dreamed about implementing is fully in motion and you’re not sure what your role should be now. Maybe you’ve aptly trained up the next guard and it’s […]
