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The Pastor Wife LifeDwelling in Who God Says You Are with Carrie Brown | Episode 164Send us a textHave you ever felt like you’ve lost yourself somewhere in the middle of ministry?In this episode of The Pastor Wife Life Podcast, Jacque sits down with Carrie Brown — a pastor’s wife and licensed marriage and family therapist — for an honest, hope-filled conversation about identity, mental health, boundaries, and what it looks like to dwell in who God says you are.Together, they talk about:Why so many pastor’s wives struggle with people-pleasing and imposter syndromeThe difference between striving to meet expectatio...
2026-01-151h 10The Pastor Wife LifeDiabetes & Discipleship with Kaycee Parker | Episode 161Send us a textIn this episode of The Pastor Wife Life Podcast, Jacque chats with Kristen Cave, a youth pastor’s wife whose story is a beautiful picture of how God prepares and positions us for ministry. Kristen shares how she had always prayed for a ministry partner—and how God answered that prayer in His perfect timing when she met Kevin. Just six weeks after their wedding, they moved to Northern Kentucky and jumped right into youth ministry together. Kristen talks about the early days of ministry life, serving as a team, and trusting God thro...
2025-05-2251 minThe Pastor Wife LifeThe Youth Pastor Wife Life with Kristen Cave | Episode 160Send us a textIn this episode of The Pastor Wife Life Podcast, Jacque chats with Kristen Cave, a youth pastor’s wife whose story is a beautiful picture of how God prepares and positions us for ministry. Kristen shares how she had always prayed for a ministry partner—and how God answered that prayer in His perfect timing when she met Kevin. Just six weeks after their wedding, they moved to Northern Kentucky and jumped right into youth ministry together. Kristen talks about the early days of ministry life, serving as a team, and trusting God thro...
2025-05-121h 04The Pastor Wife LifeThe Power of Gospel Conversations with Amber Hays | Episode 159Send us a textIn this episode of The Pastor Wife Life, Jacque chats with Amber Hays, a Mississippi pastor’s wife with a heart for gospel conversations and a bold story of obedience. Amber and her husband, Gabby, are part of Renovate Church in Cleveland, Mississippi—a college town where God is moving in powerful ways.Amber shares what it’s like to plant a church from the ground up, how her own life is being shaped through simple, Spirit-led gospel conversations, and how those moments are transforming their town, one student at a time...
2025-04-2537 minThe Pastor Wife LifeTrusting God in the Transitions with Malana Bracht | Episode 158Send us a textIn this episode, Jacque welcomes back Malana Bracht, pastor’s wife and co-author of Holy Spirit, Have Your Way. Malana shares her powerful testimony and the incredible journey she and her husband, Travis, have walked in ministry. From unexpected moves to miraculous provision, Malana's story is a testament to God's faithfulness and the beauty of stepping into His calling.Key Highlights:Malana reflects on her first podcast appearance and updates listeners on life since then, including pastoring a church in Oklahoma City.The unique challenges of being a pa...
2025-01-1734 min
The Pastor Wife Life{Encore Episode} - Imposter Syndrome with Jacque GarnerSend us a textImposter Syndrome is feeling like a fraud when you aren’t one. In this episode, I share how I’ve been struggling with this and a few tips that are helping me overcome it. Don’t let Imposter Syndrome keep you from becoming all that you were created to be and do! This episode has gotten the most feedback of any episode I've done and I'm re-sharing it this week for those who are new to the podcast! - - - - - - - Join the Privat...
2021-10-0141 min
The Pastor Wife Life106: 5 Smooth Stones - Week 6 - The Stone of Intimacy With GodSend us a textToday in our summer series on spiritual warfare we are talking about the 5th stone - intimacy with God. Each week in this series Diane Nix and Leighann Keesee McCoy have unpacked the five smooth stones we have been given, the strongholds we face, and how we can stand firm against the enemy. Be sure and check out the previous episodes if you haven't listened to them!- - - - -Leighann McCoy is the founder of The Prayer Clinic and host of The Prayer Clinic Podcast. She...
2021-07-231h 02
The Pastor Wife Life105: 5 Smooth Stones - Week 5 - The Stone of FaithSend us a textWe have made it to the 5th episode in our summer series on spiritual warfare! Each week in this series we will be unpacking five smooth stones we have been given, the strongholds we face, and how we can stand firm against the enemy. Today we're talking about the fourth stone: faith.- - - - -Diane is the director and founder of Contagious Joy 4 Him, a network of encouragement to ministry wives around the globe. They are offering “Free Refresh Retreats” and a safe place for ministry wive...
2021-07-1555 min
The Pastor Wife Life104: 5 Smooth Stones – Week 4 – The Stone of PerseveranceSend us a textDiane and Leighann are back with the 4th episode in our summer series on Spiritual Warfare. Each week in this series we will be unpacking five smooth stones we have been given, the strongholds we face, and how we can stand firm against the enemy. Today we're talking about the third stone: perseverance.- - - - -Leighann McCoy is the founder of The Prayer Clinic and host of The Prayer Clinic Podcast. She has written 17 books on prayer and spiritual warfare. She has taught conferences and retreats...
2021-07-0847 min
The Pastor Wife Life103: 5 Smooth Stones - Week 3 - The Stone of ConfidenceSend us a textLeighann and Diane are back with the 3rd episode in our summer series on Spiritual Warfare. Each week in this series we will be unpacking five smooth stones we have been given, the strongholds we face, and how we can stand firm against the enemy. Today we're talking about the second stone: confidence. - - - - -Leighann McCoy is the founder of The Prayer Clinic and host of The Prayer Clinic Podcast. She has written 17 books on prayer and spiritual warfare. She has taught conferences and retreats a...
2021-07-0249 min
The Pastor Wife Life102: 5 Smooth Stones - Week 2 - The Stone of ContentmentSend us a textLeighann and Diane are back with the 2nd episode in our summer series on Spiritual Warfare. Each week in this series we will be unpacking five smooth stones we have been given, the strongholds we face, and how we can stand firm against the enemy. Today we're talking about the first stone: contentment. - - - - -Leighann McCoy is the founder of The Prayer Clinic and host of The Prayer Clinic Podcast. She has written 17 books on prayer and spiritual warfare. She has taught conferences and retreats a...
2021-06-2444 min
The Pastor Wife Life101: 5 Smooth Stones - Week 1 - Is Spiritual Warfare Real?Send us a textWe are kicking off this summer with a podcast collaboration! My friends Diane Nix of Contagious Joy 4 Him and Leighann McCoy and I got together and recorded a series of episodes based Leighann's book Spiritual Warfare for Women, this series of podcasts will equip you for the spiritual battles that come your way. Spiritual warfare is real; it's not "spooky" or "woo-woo", it doesn't mean there's a devil behind every bush, but it is impacting our communities, churches, families, and our selves! The good news? God has provided everything we need to find...
2021-06-181h 06
The Pastor Wife Life100: How to Overcome Compassion Fatigue with Laura HoweSend us a textCompassion fatigue. You may have never of this term before, but if you're a pastor's wife, I bet you've experienced it. And probably on a regular basis! In this episode, Laura Howe shares how to overcome compassion fatigue with practical strategies to strengthen you as you support and care for women in your church and community. With over 15 years of experience as registered social worker focused on mental health and addiction, Laura combines her skills with a passion for equpping and strengthening faith leaders. She is the founder of Hope Made Strong and...
2021-04-2254 min
The Pastor Wife Life099: The Unnamed Zookeeper - Knowing God Sees you with Jennie SenapatiratneSend us a textAfter 10 years as a lead pastor's wife, Jennie Senapatirante now serves alongside her husband Kevin ministering to churches, encouraging pastors, and leading a movement of prayer in the ministry he founded.Not only is she a wife and mom, she's an author, speaker, and podcaster! Find out how you can connect with her in the links below. In this episode Jennie shares her wisdom, her joy, and her heart for women to know they are seen by God. Real Life with Jennie - Facebook Group Jennie on Instagram
2021-04-081h 02
The Pastor Wife Life098: Dressed for my Day with Kay HarmsSend us a textKay Harms is a pastor’s wife, mom, Bible teacher, author, speaker, and blogger. If that’s not enough, she also has a fashion blog and YouTube channel! I loved chatting with her about her pastor wife life and how God led her to minister to women through her YouTube channel, Dressed For My Day. She also shares some practical tips to help us with our Spring wardrobe. Be sure and check out the links below so you can connect with Kay!- - - - - Join the P...
2021-04-011h 10
The Pastor Wife Life097: The Prayer Clinic with Leighann McCoySend us a textLeighann McCoy is a pastor’s wife and the founder of the Prayer Clinic ministry, an intercessory prayer ministry that mobilizes churches to pray. She has authored 17 books on prayer and leads the prayer ministry at Thompson Station Church for over 25 years. In this episode we talk about her role as prayer minister and how she experienced power of prayer in her own family. Parents, you will be so encouraged by her story!Connect with LeighannLeighann's Facebook pageLeighann on InstagramLeighann's website...
2021-03-251h 15
The Pastor Wife Life096: Compared to Who? with Heather CreekmoreSend us a textHeather Creekmore is a pastor’s wife, mom, author, speaker, and podcast host. She helps women to uncover the spiritual root of body image issues and find freedom. You are going to love getting to know her in this episode! Connect with Heather Heather's Compared to Who? Facebook Page Heather on Instagram Heather's Website Heather's Books Compare to Who? [affiliate link] The Burden of Better [affiliate link]- - - - - Join the Priva...
2021-03-121h 01
The Pastor Wife Life095: Pastor's Wife and Inspirational Author - Carrie TuranskySend us a textDo you have a God-given dream inside you? Carrie Turansky, pastor's wife and author, is going to inspire you to take the next step in seeing that dream become a reality. In this episode, she shares about her pastor wife life and becoming a published writer. Her most recent novel, No Journey Too Far, will be released in late Spring 2021. Connect with Carrie Carrie's website - carrieturansky.com Scott's website - BiblicalParenting.Org Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group o...
2021-02-1956 min
The Pastor Wife Life094: Contagious Joy with Diane NixSend us a textDiane Nix is the director and founder of Contagious Joy 4 Him, a network of encouragement to ministry wives. Her story will encourage and inspire you and I can’t wait for you to hear about how she ministers to pastors’ wives! Connect with Diane Contagious Joy website Contagious Joy on Instagram Diane's Podcast - Coffee Chats with Diane Nix Contagious Joy on Facebook Diane on Twitter- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community
2021-02-111h 04
The Pastor Wife Life093: Planting a Church in a Pandemic with Ashley BrownSend us a textIn 2019, Ashley Brown and her husband Greg began feeling God’s call to plant a church. Only God knew what we now all know . . . a pandemic was coming. But that didn’t stop them from moving forward, “zoom”ing their launch team gatherings and planting a church in the midst of a pandemic! If that’s not dramatic enough, in the fall of 2020, Ashley and Greg both contracted COVID. Ashley’s symptoms were mild enough, but Greg’s symptoms were extreme and turned into one of the rarest casest (1 out of only 30 documented in the world...
2021-02-041h 19
New Vision WestmorelandRESET TO DEFAULT | Vision Sunday with Jacque GarnerAfter 2020, we are probably all ready to hit the RESET button and start over for 2021. In this message, Jacque Garner shares how you can reset your personal life and how we believe God wants to reset the church and return to its default mission. ---------------------------------------- New Vision, led by Pastor Duane Garner, is a non-denominational church located in Westmoreland, Tennessee. Find out more about New Vision - http://www.newvisionwestmoreland.com
2021-01-0447 min
The Pastor Wife Life092: 7 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Bible Reading PlanSend us a text 7 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Bible Reading Plan 1. Remember the WHY. We don’t follow the plan just so we can check off a box and say we accomplished it. We read the Word to know God and to develop a deeper relationship with Him. Reading the Word gives us a greater understanding of who He is and shows us a wider picture of what He has done, what He is doing, and what He is going to do. It reminds us who we are because of...
2020-12-3127 min
The Pastor Wife Life091: I Will Never Marry a Pastor with Hilary Harrison, Lead Pastor's WifeSend us a textWhen Hilary's mom made her take piano lessons because one day she might marry a pastor and need to know how to play the piano, Hilary told her "I will never marry a pastor!" Well, how's that working out for you, Hilary? In this episode, she shares her story of moving from unsaved pastor's kid to a lead pastor's wife who plays the piano and serves her church in a multitude of other ways. You're going to love her joy and be encouraged by her testimony. Connect...
2020-12-051h 07
The Pastor Wife Life090: Hosting a Women's Conference in your ChurchSend us a textOn today’s episode, I’m chatting with Heather Olson. You may remember her from Episode 079: Facing Cancer with Faith. Today we’re talking about hosting a women's conference at your church. Heather shares how she was led to begin and the practical steps we can take to do the same! She even provided us with the conference schedule and you may want to print it out to use as a reference as she walks us through how she makes it work.- - - - - Join the Pr...
2020-11-1249 min
The Pastor Wife Life089: Navigating Family, Ministry, and Full-Time Jobs with Nina ThomasSend us a textNina Thomas and her husband, Chad, are lead pastors in Indiana. In addition to leading their church, they both have full-time jobs and are raising two kids. In our conversation she shares how they are able to make it all work.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for...
2020-11-051h 22
The Pastor Wife Life088: Mental Health & The Pastorate with Gina DavisSend us a textGina Davis is a lead pastor’s wife and mom to 3 boys (and 1 girl doggie!). On this episode of the podcast she shares how she supports and encourages her husband who battles depression and anxiety. I love her transparency and her heart. You’re going to love this episode! Connect with Gina Instagram -@GinaZDavis Resources We Mentioned Suffering: Gospel Hope When Life Doesn’t Make Sense by Paul David Tripp (book) Daily Light Devotional (website) The Language of Flowers (book) Bu...
2020-10-291h 01
The Pastor Wife Life087: Saying Yes to God's Call with Rachel RisnerSend us a textRachel Risner is a pastor’s wife, homeschooling mom to 7 (with number 8 on the way!), and the author of Significant - A Study of Women in Jesus' Genealogy: Six Ordinary Women, One Extraordinary God. In this episode, Rachel shares how God led her to write Significant and what she learned during the process. If God has called you to something specific and you’re doubting yourself, you’re going to be so encouraged by this episode! Connect with Rachel Website - www.rachelrisner.com Facebook: @rachelcrisner Inst...
2020-10-2257 min
The Pastor Wife Life086: Treasured Groups - Connecting Women in Your Church and Community with the Word with Erin HolmesSend us a textErin Holmes is a pastor's wife and the founder of Treasured Groups - "a small group ministry designed to bring women together from all churches and denominations." In this episode, she shares how Treasured Groups can provide a simple yet effective way to connect with the women of your church and community through the Word.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you.
2020-06-1243 min
The Pastor Wife Life085: Leading Online Bible Studies & Small Groups with Jessica ParnellSend us a textJessica Parnell is a pastor's wife in Las Vegas who is passionate about the Word of God. I've been watching her rock the online Bible study thing since the pandemic turned everything upside down and I invited her to chat with me in the Facebook group about how she is making it work. It was so good I decided to add it as a bonus episode for the podcast!- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on...
2020-05-1428 min
The Pastor Wife Life084: Finding Joy in the Pastor Wife Life with Kelly CushmanSend us a textKelly Cushman and her husband serve as the Family Life Pastors at their church in Ohio. She RADIATES joy as she shares about her pastor wife life! I loved chatting with her about how she juggles ministry plus a full-time job and does it with such enthusiasm! Also, she and her husband experienced one of the scariest things that could happen to someone and she tells the crazy story in this episode. (So be sure and listen until the end!)- - - - - Join the Private...
2020-05-111h 01
The Pastor Wife Life083: How To Pray From A Leadership Perspective - with Stevie CiskeSend us a textWhat does your prayer life look like in this season of the COVID-19 pandemic? It's more important than ever that we pray for our churches and Stevie Ciske has some great tips and inspiration on how and why to prays as leaders.Join the Private Facebook CommunityThe Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you.Survey for Pastors' WivesI would love for you to take a few minutes...
2020-04-031h 13
The Pastor Wife Life082: Saying "NO" to Unrealistic Expectations - Heather ConleySend us a textHeather Conley is a pastors' wife and mom of two in Rock Hill, South Carolina. In this episode she shares how they made the transition to lead pastoring in the midst of their 13-month old daughter's cancer diagnosis. She also shares how God taught her to say "no" to unrealistic expectations and be who He created you to be. Connect with Heather
2020-04-011h 02
The Pastor Wife Life081: 15 Ways to Minister in the Season of COVID-19Send us a text We are experiencing an unprecedented (at least in our lifetime) event as this episode goes live. As pastors' wives, we are stepping into a whole new arena of ministry and as a popular meme says, "and just like that, we were all televangelists." We are learning more than ever before that the Church is not a building and we are finding new ways to connect with our people. The creativity of Church Creatives around the world has lit up the Facebook groups I'm in and I wanted...
2020-03-2648 min
The Pastor Wife Life080 - Raising Kids Who Love the Ministry with Jeanine SanchezSend us a textJeanine Sanchez is a pastor’s wife and mom of 5 and grandmother of 4. She is passionate about raising kids who love God and the ministry, in this episode she gives some really practical steps you can take to cultivate that environment.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for yo...
2020-03-181h 12
The Pastor Wife Life079: But God - Facing Cancer with Faith in the Midst of the Pastor Wife Life - with Heather OlsonSend us a textHeather Olson’s Facebook bio describes her as “Pastor’s wife, mama of 3, cancer butt-kicker, & speaker w/ a story that glorifies Jesus!” and I couldn’t agree more. First diagnosed with cancer 20 years ago at the age of 16, Heather has faced multiple cancers multiple times and her story will stir your faith in God. I can’t wait for you to get to know her! Links We Mention Even If - Mercy Me Yes I Will - Vertical Worship Alive - Big Daddy Weave Psalms Vol...
2020-03-031h 12
The Pastor Wife Life078: Juggling Family, Ministry, and a Career as a Youth Pastor's Wife - CaShanda McConnellSend us a textCaShanda McConnell is one busy pastor’s wife! Not only does she serve alongside her youth pastor husband, together they founded an organization that teaches youth how to become character-driven revivalists in their community and school. They have found so much favor in the public school system that they are able to do this through an in-school character education program! On top of all that, CaShanda is a mom and also works in the corporate world. She shares how they make it all work and a lot of it has to do with th...
2020-02-251h 04
The Pastor Wife Life077: Ministering to American Families in Okinawa with Linnea RansomSend us a textLinnea Ransom and her husband are part of a church planting network that plants churches near military bases. Currently, her family is in Okinawa and in this episode she shares about what it’s like to minister to military personnel and their families in Japan. Connect with Linnea Ransoms in Okinawa Ransomed by Jesus - Linnea’s personal blog Our Stories: Journeys from Miscarriage to Hope Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a pr...
2020-02-181h 37
The Pastor Wife Life076: Andrea Hoffman - Transitioning Well in the Pastor Wife LifeSend us a textTransitioning from one church to another is something that 99.9% of pastors’ wives will experience. In this episode, Andrea Hoffman shares what she’s learned about transitioning well. Her advice will be super valuable for those of you who are transitioning or are about to. But even if you’re settled somewhere, you’ll love getting to know her! Connect with Andrea Andrea on Instagram Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to conne...
2020-02-111h 29
The Pastor Wife Life075: Meredith Thomas - Brand New Lead Pastor's WifeSend us a textMeredith Thomas and her husband got married in June 2019 and by July 2019 they were pastoring a church in West Virginia! She has such a heart for God and the pastor wife life. You'll hear a lot of wisdom from this young pastor's wife and I know you'll be encouraged! Be sure and check out Meredith's questions to ask the pastoral search committee! Links We Mentioned
2020-02-041h 18
The Pastor Wife Life074: Pam Espindola - Bilingual Church Planter's WifeSend us a text* show notes coming soon * Join the Pastor Wife Life Facebook Group The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go...
2020-01-2057 min
The Pastor Wife Life072: Lexa Thometz - Lead Pastor's Wife & Worship LeaderSend us a textLexa Thometz is a lead pastor's wife and the worship leader at her church. She is also a mom and foster mom with a very special superpower. You'll love hearing all about her pastor wife life on this episode of the podcast!- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love...
2020-01-021h 22
The Pastor Wife Life071: Niki Hardy - Living Well When Life Falls ApartSend us a textNiki Hardy is a pastor's wife from the UK who moved to Charlotte, NC to plant a church with her husband, Al and their 3 kids. She will be a HUGE encouragement to you as she shares her story of not just surviving a rectal cancer diagnosis (YIKES!), but thriving through it. Niki has written an amazing book that you're going to want to order. (PRO TIP: Get the audio version - she recorded it herself in that lovely British accent!)- - - - - Join the Private...
2019-12-1059 min
The Pastor Wife Life070: Michelle Humbert - Church Planter's WifeSend us a text Michelle Humbert and her husband planted a church in Athens, TN less than two years ago. In this episode, she shares what that experience has been like. She also shares the Scriptures she prays over her husband each week. (Check out the link below!) Links We Mentioned Coming Alive Ministries website Scriptures to Pray Over Your Husband Connect with Michelle Michelle on Instagram J...
2019-11-191h 00
The Pastor Wife Life069: Kim Wahl - Author of The Complaining CureSend us a textKim Wahl and her husband Bill co-pastor The River in Ft. Gratiot, Michigan. In this episode, she shares how she became the pastor’s wife and the experience that led her and her husband to write the book The Complaining Cure. (A book that has the potential to completely change your life and I HIGHLY recommend it!) This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience, for more information, visit this page. 069: KIM WAHL – AUTHOR OF THE COMPLAINING CURE Kim Wahl and her husband Bill co-pastor The River in...
2019-10-221h 37
The Pastor Wife Life068: Kat Miller - Living a Missional Pastor Wife LifeSend us a textKat Miller is a pastor’s wife in Hollywood, California. In this episode, she shares how she, an East Coast girl, ended up on the West Coast and how she became the pastor’s wife. Her husband is the Pastor of Community at Ecclesia Hollywood. She is passionate about living missionally and shares how she and the church are reaching out to people in their community.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a priv...
2019-10-151h 19
The Pastor Wife Life067: Malana Bracht - An Unlikely Pastor's Wife, Part 2Send us a textIn part 2 of my conversation with Malana Bracht, she shares how God led her family across the country without a pastoral position waiting. Her faith will encourage and inspire you in your pastor wife life! - - - - - - - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We’d love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors’ Wives I would love for you to take a few m...
2019-09-2457 min
The Pastor Wife LifeMalana Bracht: Unlikely Pastor's WifeIn my first ever two-part conversation, Malana Bracht shares her amazing story of growing up in a dysfunctional family and the surprising way she became a pastor's wife. Be sure and check back for Part 2 next week where she shares how faith led them to move across the country with no church position waiting.
2019-09-1800 min
The Pastor Wife Life065: Kati Cannon - Lead Pastor's WifeSend us a textKati Cannon is a young pastor's wife in a church where the next closest in age member is 25-30 years older! In this episode, she shares what her pastor wife life looks like as the mom of the only baby in church and her heart for the people God has placed in her life.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you.
2019-09-1051 min
The Pastor Wife Life064: Lori Behrens - Unexpectedly the Pastor's WifeSend us a textLori Behrens never expected to be the pastor's wife, but here she is! She is so full of joy and you will hear it in her voice as she shares about adoption, the writing life, farm life, surviving breast cancer, and more. Get ready to be encouraged and inspired in your pastor wife life.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you.
2019-08-2751 min
The Pastor Wife Life063: Jessica Parnell - Campus Pastor's WifeSend us a textJessica Parnell is a Campus Pastor’s wife who is passionate about the Word of God. In this conversation we talk about what Sundays are like at a satellite campus in a portable church setting, how she ministers in her church, and her passion for the Word.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives...
2019-08-2058 min
The Pastor Wife Life062: Emily Fox - Youth Pastor's WifeSend us a textEmily Fox is a youth pastor’s wife who comes from a pastoral family. She and her husband Kody pastor in a small town in Kentucky. A few weeks ago I had the joy of meeting Emily in real life. She only lives about 2 hours away so we met in the middle and enjoyed a FIVE HOUR lunch together at the cutest cafe! You’re going to love her sweet spirit and love for God and people!- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community
2019-08-1345 min
The Pastor Wife Life061: 3 Promises for Every Pastor's WifeSend us a textLast week I was feeling discouraged and defeated and I cried out to the Lord. He answered me immediately with Galatians 6:9. In this week's episode, I'm reminding myself of three simple promises that keep me encouraged and focused. 1. God has positioned us exactly where He we are supposed to be in this moment. Acts 17:26 2. God has called us and given us a platform. Ephesians 2:10 3. God has provided what we need for the calling He has given us. 2 Peter 1:3 ...
2019-06-1828 min
The Pastor Wife Life{ENCORE EPISODE} Eleven Ways to Support and Encourage Your HusbandSend us a textMy husband, PD, joined me for this episode to talk about how pastors' wives can support and encourage their husbands.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the...
2019-06-1150 min
The Pastor Wife Life060: Ministering to the Idle, the Fainthearted, and the WeakSend us a textIn episode 60, host Jacque Garner shares Paul’s guidelines for ministering to the idle, the fainthearted, and the weak. This look at 1 Thessalonians 5:14 encourages us to look past our frustrations so we can love and serve the women of our church.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for yo...
2019-05-2822 min
The Pastor Wife Life059: Jessi Strother - Thriving in the In-BetweenSend us a textJessi Strother has been married to her Handsome for 15 years. She's also a mom to 4 and together they are currently experiencing the In-Between. You are going to be encouraged by her story as she shares how they are thriving as they trust God for their next step. CONNECT WITH JESSI Salty Sweet with Jessi Strother on Facebook Jessi on Instagram JessiStrother.com Streams in the Desert - L.B. Cowman- - - - - Join the Private...
2019-05-211h 19
The Pastor Wife LifeShauna Pilgreen: Love Where You LiveSend us a textIn this episode, I chat with Shauna Pilgreen, author of the book Love Where You Live. Shauna is passionate about "living sent" wherever God has placed you. You will be encouraged and inspired in your own pastor wife life as she shares the story of her move from small town to big city. - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you.
2019-04-161h 22
The Pastor Wife Life057: Pastoring the Women in Our ChurchSend us a textIn this episode, I'm sharing my word of the year. It completely surprised me, but I've been prayerfully planning how to walk it out. I hope this episode will encourage and inspire you to connect with the women in your church in 2019.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love...
2019-02-1826 min
The Pastor Wife Life056: 4 Ways to Start FreshSend us a textIn his letter to the Ephesians, Paul shares 4 ways we are called to live. These four focus points provide a great reminder for us and help us to start the new year with intention.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and...
2019-01-0832 min
The Pastor Wife Life055 - Leaving 2018 BehindSend us a textHebrews 12:1 tells us to lay aside every hindrance and the sin that easily ensnares us. What do you need to leave behind in 2018 so you can enter 2019 with nothing holding you back?- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out...
2019-01-0140 min
The Pastor Wife Life054: Janice R Love - Lead Pastor's Wife, Author, CoachSend us a textJanice Love is a lead pastor's wife and an author and offers coaching to pastors' wives. On this episode she shares her story of how she became the pastor's wife and so much more! You will be encouraged by her faith in God and her commitment to the pastor wife life.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey...
2018-11-131h 11
The Pastor Wife Life053: A God EncounterSend us a textI'm getting real transparent in this episode of the podcast. I love my pastor wife life, but it isn't always easy. The enemy comes to steal, kill, and destroy every blessing and promise that God has for us. He looks for ways to hinder our potential, our influence, our ministry . . . whatever it takes to keeps us ineffective. In this episode I am sharing how I found myself in a hard place and how God worked in me and brought me to a place of freedom.- - - - -
2018-10-2037 min
The Pastor Wife Life052: Victoria Gilbert - Lead Pastor's Wife in TransitionSend us a textVictoria Gilbert is a lead pastor's wife and mom of two. You will be so encouraged by her perspective on transition and how she stays peaceful and joyful through it all!- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the...
2018-10-0357 min
The Pastor Wife Life051 - Heather Williams: Children's Pastor's WifeSend us a textHeather Williams is a Children's Pastor's Wife who is passionate about ministry and serving alongside her husband even while working a full-time job. You're going to love hearing about her #pastorwifelife!- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the...
2018-09-221h 07
The Pastor Wife Life050: Esther Littlefield - Host of The Christian Woman Leadership PodcastSend us a textIn this episode, I chat with Esther Littleifield, pastor's wife, mom, business owner and host of the new podcast, The Christian Woman Leadership Podcast. - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will h...
2018-09-031h 01
The Pastor Wife Life049: Pastor Wife-ing 101 - Developing a Heart for PeopleSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2018-08-2938 min
The Pastor Wife Life048: The Joyful Pastor's WifeSend us a textJOY - it's one of the most appealing characteristics a person can exhibit and it should be easily recognizable in all Christians - especially pastors' wives! In this episode, we're talking about how to cultivate joy in our lives.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to...
2018-08-1141 min
The Pastor Wife Life047: Imposter SyndromeSend us a textImposter Syndrome means feeling like a fraud when you aren't one. It can hold you back from being all the God created you to be. In this episode, I'm sharing a few tips on how to overcome Imposter Syndrome so that you can flourish in your #pastorwifelife- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives
2018-07-2439 min
The Pastor Wife Life046: Hannah Wright - Brand New Pastor's WifeSend us a textHannah Wright has only been a pastor's wife 2 MONTHS! But you are going to love this conversation. She has a lot of wisdom and that's probably because she has a heart to grow in her relationship with God and as a pastor's wife.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would...
2018-07-0254 min
The Pastor Wife Life045: Rachel Rhoadarmer - Lead Pastor's WifeSend us a textRachel Rhoadarmer is a lead pastor's wife and author in Indiana. She is passionate about ministry and has a heart for helping women work through their past issues with sexual assault and trauma. - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill o...
2018-06-131h 10
The Pastor Wife Life044: Ana Weathers - Growing Up In a Pastor's FamilySend us a textIn this episode, I talk to Ana Weathers, a pastor's daughter. She shares what it's like growing up in a pastor's family. You're going to love hearing her heart!- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey...
2018-05-1447 min
The Pastor Wife Life043: Anxiety: Picking Up The PiecesSend us a textFor many of us, anxiety is an unwelcome houseguest who has stayed long past their time. In this week's episode, I share how Philippians 4:6-7 has helped me to deal with the anxiety that shows up in my life.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to...
2018-05-0727 min
The Pastor Wife Life042: Passionate Pastors' WivesSend us a textPassion. It draws people in. People are passionate about a lot of things. Family. Health & fitness. Food. Hobbies. Politics. Sports. I believe that God has called us to be people of passion. No movement or cause can happen without passion. In the secular world and in the Christian sphere – people take notice of passion.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with yo...
2018-03-3145 min
The Pastor Wife Life041: Why Become Women of the Word and of Prayer?Send us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2018-01-1534 min
The Pastor Wife Life040: Denna Busenitz & Wendy McCready - Flowers for the Pastor's WifeSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2018-01-081h 12
The Pastor Wife Life039: Whitney Putnam - Author, Speaker, Prayer BelieverSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-12-2356 min
The Pastor Wife Life038: Stevie Ciske - Lead Pastor's WifeSend us a textStevie Ciske, a pastor's wife in Minnesota, is passionate about the #pastorwifelife. On this episode of the podcast, she shares her heart for God, family, and ministry.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created...
2017-12-1159 min
The Pastor Wife Life037: Jennifer Julian - Simple HospitalitySend us a textHospitality is a God-given mandate that allows us to share the love and generosity of Jesus with others. But, for some of us, it can be one of the hardest things to do! There are so many reasons we can find to avoid showing hospitality. In this episode, Jennifer Julian shares simple ways to extend hospitality to others. (HINT: Sometimes it's just showing up with toilet paper!) You're going to love her ideas and practical tips for sharing our lives with others.- - - - - Join t...
2017-12-041h 05
The Pastor Wife Life036: Brianne Henry - Lead Pastor's WifeSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-11-2745 min
The Pastor Wife Life035: Leigh Powers - author of RenewedSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-11-0652 min
The Pastor Wife Life034: Beverly Kimball - author of Flourish: Enjoying Life as the Pastor's WifeSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-10-3050 min
The Pastor Wife Life033: Casey Gilboy - Lead Pastor's WifeSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-10-2449 min
The Pastor Wife Life032: Lynn Marie Cherry - Hope & Freedom After BetrayalSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-10-161h 09
The Pastor Wife Life031: Breshana Miller - Lead Pastor's Wife, Mom, EntrepreneurSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-09-181h 05
The Pastor Wife Life030: Messy Ministry - 5 Ways to Make the Best of ItSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-08-2832 min
The Pastor Wife Life029: Permission to Pursue the DreamSend us a textWhat's your excuse for not going after the call of God on your life? God's giving you permission to pursue the dream He has for your life.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created...
2017-08-1438 min
The Pastor Wife Life028: Madison & Emma Garner - Growing Up in a Pastor's FamilySend us a textMy daughters, Madison & Emma, join me on this episode to talk about what it's like to grow up in a pastor's family.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me...
2017-07-3143 min
The Pastor Wife Life027: Mark Garner - Growing Up In A Pastor's FamilySend us a textIn this episode, Mark Garner, my firstborn, talks about what it's like to grow up in a pastor's family. Hearing Mark's point of view will bring you encouragement and inspire you as you raise up the next generation.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take...
2017-07-2446 min
The Pastor Wife Life026: 4 Steps to Personal Bible StudySend us a textBible study is an important discipline for every Christian. It doesn't have to be intimidating! In this episode, I share the 4 steps I take to make Bible study personal. - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I...
2017-07-1738 min
The Pastor Wife Life025: The God of All ComfortSend us a textEvery one of us faces struggles. How we respond to suffering reveals a lot about what we believe about God. Where do you turn when you feel overwhelmed? That’s the focus of this episode of The Pastors’ Wives Podcast.- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to t...
2017-07-0327 min
The Pastor Wife Life024: 5 Strategies to Set Up a Spectacular SundaySend us a textFrazzled. Sweaty. Grumpy. Exhausted. Do these words describe how you feel by the time you get to church on Sunday? Whether you are preparing for one service or multiple services, the challenge of reaching church full of peace, joy, and the Holy Spirit can be a struggle. Here are 5 strategies to help set you up for a spectacular Sunday!- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to co...
2017-06-2645 min
The Pastor Wife Life023: Be Still in the BattleSend us a textSo many of us are engaged in a battle - whether it's personal, toward our family, or in our ministry. In this episode, I talk about a specific battle we faced and how the Lord led me in to a deeper place of trust in Him and how my faith grew during this time. - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you.
2017-06-1937 min
The Pastor Wife Life022: Courage for the Next StepSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-06-0542 min
The Pastor Wife Life021: How I Prepare to SpeakSend us a textLike many of you, I am speaking this Sunday - Mother's Day. Do you like to speak? Or are you a nervous wreck right now? I am no professional. But I am sharing how I prepare to speak in hopes that it will encourage you as you prepare to speak this weekend . . . or whenever!- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you.
2017-05-0838 min
The Pastor Wife Life020: Eleven Ways to Support and Encourage Your HusbandSend us a text- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the PWP better! Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to...
2017-04-2446 min
The Pastor Wife Life019: How I Became the Pastor's WifeSend us a textThere is no one way to becoming the pastor's wife. Each one of us has a unique story. Here's mine!- - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Survey for Pastors' Wives I would love for you to take a few minutes and fill out the ANONYMOUS survey I created. Your answers will help me make the...
2017-04-1028 min
The Pastor Wife Life018: Eleven Things I Love About Being the Pastor's WifeSend us a textI love being a pastor's wife. In this episode, I talk about some of the reasons that I love being married to the pastor. I also giggle like a middle school boy, forget which episode I'm recording, and battle the singing frogs. Sigh. You're getting the real me in this one.
2017-04-0346 min
The Pastor Wife Life017: The Productive Pastor's Wife, Part 3Send us a textIf you missed the first 2 parts of this mini-series, you can listen by clicking on the links below. 015: The Productive Pastor's Wife, Part 1 016: The Productive Pastor's Wife, Part 2 Listen to Episode 17: The Productive Pastor's Wife, Part 3 Resources FlyLady Getting Things Done - David Allen To Do, Doing, Done - Lynne Snead & Joyce Wycoff What's Best Next - How The Gospel Transforms the Way You Get Things Done - Matt Perman Your Turn Do you have routines set up? We'd love to read about t...
2017-03-2732 min
The Pastor Wife Life016: The Productive Pastor's Wife, Part 2Send us a textIn Part 2 of the Productive Pastor's Wife, I am talking about how our roles and responsibilities affect our productivity. If you missed Part 1, click here to listen to The Productive Pastor's Wife, Part 1. God expects us to be productive! Each of us has a calling. Part of our calling is the same as every other disciple of Christ and part of our calling is unique. It is important for us to clarify the God-given roles and responsibilities for our lives and then to prioritize them. Action Steps Write down all o...
2017-03-2038 min
The Pastor Wife Life015: The Productive Pastor's Wife, Part 1Send us a textProductivity happens to be one of my favorite topics and based on responses from the survey, this is one the biggest struggles that pastors' wives face. In this episode, I introduce this subject with 5 principles for becoming a productive pastor's wife.
2017-03-0628 min
The Pastor Wife Life014: Embrace Your IdentitySend us a textHave you noticed the tagline on the podcast? "Embrace Your Identity. Fulfill Your Purpose." I'm talking about identity on this week's episode. My identity is NOT "the pastor's wife". Being the pastor's wife is just the platform from which my identity shines. Your identity is NOT based on . . . your position your husband's position someone else's expectations your gifts, callings, and talents your appearance your roles in life what you do and how well you do it Your identity is based on who God is and who He created you to be. But to...
2017-02-2421 min