Summary

Elise Gross of Academia Cristo is on the podcast this week. In this conversation, Elise discusses her journey in urban education and ministry, reflecting on the limited options she perceived for women in service roles. She emphasizes the need for more diverse opportunities in ministry that go beyond traditional roles, encouraging women to explore their unique gifts and serve in various capacities.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Girt Up Podcast and Mission

04:02 Elise Gross: A Journey from Teaching to Missionary Work

10:13 Reevaluating Life and Ministry: A Personal Reflection

15:52 Navigating Gender Roles in Ministry

20:57 The Humbling Experience of Being an Assistant Teacher

23:32 Growth and Change: From Ambition to Humility

25:27 The Role of Women in Ministry: A Conversation

28:16 Transitioning to Academia Cristo: A New Mission

34:12 Understanding Academia Cristo's Mission and Structure

38:15 Empowering Women in Ministry: Stories from the Field

41:27 Cultural Observations: American vs. Latin American Perspectives

46:21 The Landscape of Women's Roles in Latin America

52:45 Trailblazers: Paving the Way for Women in Ministry

57:33 Navigating Authority and Headship in Ministry

01:12:10 Balancing Family and Ministry Responsibilities

01:19:20 Redefining 'Big' Lives: Perspectives on Ministry

01:23:13 Taking the Leap: Embracing New Opportunities

01:29:46 Outro

Elise's Links:

https://academiacristo.com/

Gird Up Links:

https://youtube.com/@girdupministries4911?si=tbCa0SOiluVl8UFx

https://www.instagram.com/girdup_be_a_man/

https://www.girdupministries.com

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