This week we welcome singer/songwriter, Juli Maners-Hood into the girlfriend seat for a chat about the holidays and life lessons from Dolly Parton.

Our special guest is Amanda Waldron, Faith Deconstruction & Reconstruction Coach and Clinical Social Worker. Amanda talks to us about embodied faith as we experience deconstruction. She practices at the intersection of mental health, social work, and theology through coaching, consulting, and providing support to Christians and communities who are wrestling with big doubts and questions and hope to stay within the Christian faith while finding more ease and wonder in the process. Amanda is someone who encourages us to embrace questions as we travel on our spiritual journey, and to recognize that spirituality is always growing and changing. Through the changes we experience, how do we heal, and reimagine our connection with God? Tune in to hear more.

Resources: 

Check out Amanda’s FREE January Journaling Challenge at https://www.heyamandawaldron.com/challenge

When you opt in to her email list, you receive an 8-page workbook Make Sense of Your Faith After Deconstruction. 

Website: www.heyamandawaldron.com 

Insta:  @heyamandawaldron

Mentioned in this episode:

Dolly Parton's America

Rachel Held Evans book, Faith Unraveled -- aka "Evolving in Monkey Town"

God And My Girlfriends Ministries
A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Our guest this week is Public Pastor and Theologian, Judy Peterson. (aka “Walking Pastor”). Judy once spent a year of her life walking across the United States on a spiritual quest. She has been the pastor of two different congregations, was the Chaplain of a University, has been an international speaker and now has her own non-profit called Haecceitas, Inc. Haecceitas is a philosophy that holds that each and every living thing is a once in eternity, irreplaceable, unrepeatable act of God and the mission of Haecceitas, Inc is to walk with others in such a way that they come to believe this is not only about themselves, but also about all of the people who are placed in their path. 

To connect with Judy:

Instagram: @walkingpastor

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walkingpastor

In this episode:

-In the girlfriend chat, Stacey and Marcia recap Thanksgiving, talk about AI/ChatGPT (it’s a hot topic so what IS it? and how can it be used?), how to re-connect with a friend you haven’t heard from in awhile, and ways to stay grounded during the craziness of the holidays.

Interview with Judy Peterson:

-Why Judy took a year to walk across the United States.

-How to just “be” with God.

-Not being afraid to expand your faith beyond the walls of churches/religion.

-Can you be a Christian and not believe in hell?

-Dealing with grief and loss during the holidays

-The beauty of God’s feminine side

-Why we need public pastors and how to support them.

-We're all wrong, and it's alright

Mentioned in this episode:

To support Judy’s pastoral work by donating to Haecceitas, Inc.:
 https://account.venmo.com/u/haecceitas

To donate to the GAMG Single Moms Christmas Blessing Fund or find out how to nominate a Single Mom: https://bit.ly/47Gcx1U

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Our guest this week is writer, teacher, and spiritual director in training, Marie Griffith. Several years ago, Marie went through a season of untangling her faith from man-made traditions and came to know Jesus in a new way. She guides others in their spiritual formation, helps them know themselves and God better, and journeys with them through the stages of faith. 

She earned an MA in Christian Spiritual Formation and Leadership from Friends University in May and paused her work toward an MDiv at Wesley Seminary while she completes her spiritual director training.

To connect with Marie: https://spiritualdirectionwithmarie.com/

In this episode:

2:09 Finding real friendships online
6:46 Thanksgiving conversation
26:00 Introducing Marie Griffith
43:16 How do I find a Spiritual Director?
47:02 How do I prepare to meet with a Spiritual Director?
49:15 Do I pay a Spiritual Director?

Resources:

Grafted Life.org

Leadership Transformations.org

Books Mentioned:

When Narcissism Come to Church by Chuck DeGroat

Candlelight: Illuminating the Art of Spiritual Direction by Susan Phillips

Holy Listening by Margaret Guenther 

God And My Girlfriends Ministries
A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

On today's episode we have a fun girlfriend chat with singer/songwriter, Britt Savage. We talk about everything from The Golden Bachelor, escapism, and how we can all combat the feeling of hopelessness by doing small things to make the world a better place.

Then, we have a wonderful conversation with biblical scholar and author/blogger, Marg Mowczko. She helps us break down the difference between egalitarianism and complementarianism, why 1 Timothy 2:12 doesn't mean women can't be in ministry, how women's roles have been diminished in some biblical translations and which translation she would recommend right now for us to use. It's a super informative conversation so don't miss it!
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Marg Mowczko lives north of Sydney, Australia, with her husband. She has a theology degree from the Australian College of Ministries and a Master of Arts from Macquarie University with a specialization in Early Christian and Jewish Studies. For the past decade, Marg has hosted a blog at MargMowczko.com where she writes about the biblical basis for mutuality, or equality, between men and women in Christian marriage and in the church, and other related topics. 

Find Marg on socials:

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/margmowczko

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margmowczko1 

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/MargMowczko

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MargMowczko

In this episode:

0:31 Introducing Britt Savage

5:42 The Golden Bachelor

12:28 Escapism TV

24:08 Introducing Marg Mowczko

32:02 Explaining Egalitarianism

36:37 Marg's favorite women in scripture

40:39 Breaking down 1 Timothy 2:12

47:48 The differences in Bible translations

1:00:47 Freeing women to do the work they are called to do

1:07:41 What's coming up next for Marg

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Selected Blog Posts: 

1 Timothy 2: https://margmowczko.com/category/1-timothy-212/

Ezer kenegdo: https://margmowczko.com/tag/a-suitable-helper/

Phoebe: Deacon of the Church at Cenchrea https://margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-deacon-of-the-church-in-cenchrea-part-7/

Paul’s View of Women in Scripture: https://margmowczko.com/category/paul-and-women/

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

This week, Marcia introduces Stacey to our listeners, and then Marcia and Stacey have a conversation with Celebrity Stylist Payton Dale. 

Some topics discussed: (TW: eating/body disorders)

— media manipulation

— learning to love your body

— the effects of purity culture/shame about our bodies

— Snapchat dysmorphia 

— dressing after the pandemic

Payton Dale is a Nashville-based, body positive stylist with over a decade of experience in the fashion industry. Her work has been featured in numerous TV specials, music videos, magazines and commercials. She has over 170,000 followers on TikTok, (@thepaytonproject) -her own show also called The Payton Project on bspoketv, and she helps style so many artists not only here in Nashville but all over the US.

 In 2017, she published a book to help women overcome their body insecurities— Hang Up Your Hang Ups: A Radical Guide To Healing Yourself Through Personal Style. 

Payton lives in Nashville with her husband Tobin, and her shih tzu children, Arrow and Bo Diddley Dale. 

To book a styling session, contact Payton here: https://www.thepaytonproject.com/

Follow Payton on socials:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepaytonproject?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepaytonproject

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepaytonproject

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYAgEp0GvMR8-3jR_qPIKaA

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In this episode:

1:22 Introducing Stacey Wynn

15:22 Introducing Payton Dale

17:27 Conversation with Payton Dale begins

55:52 What's next week
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RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Stacey’s favorite podcasts:

Harvard Business Review

The New Living Treyslation

Around the Circle

The Enneagram Journey 

Nomad

The Bible For Normal People

The Bible Project

God And My Girlfriends Ministries
A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Hey everyone! We are finally BACK with Season Three of the God and My Girlfriends Podcast. In this trailer, Host Marcia Ramirez talks a bit about the changes in our format for this season, including introducing you to our new co-host, Stacey Wynn!

With all the experience Stacey brings to the table, we know this is going to be an awesome Season of the podcast and we hope you will hit subscribe and join us for some wonderful and rich conversations!

ABOUT STACEY WYNN: Stacey is a professional certified ICF coach and works as a corporate consultant, coach, and facilitator.  In her private coaching practice, Stacey leverages her background in ministry leadership, her divorce, and her deconstruction experience to bring clarity and freedom to women on similar journeys. She is certified in the iEQ9, an enneagram-based tool that she uses for corporate leaders and in with private clients. During the pandemic Stacey published a self-paced workbook called "Deconstruction: Your Journey in Faith," which can be found on Amazon. She loves hanging out with her daughter, visits with her girlfriends, being outdoors, and practicing beekeeping with her partner, Dave.

To learn more about Stacey and her work:  https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: www.marciaramirez.com and www.marciaramirez.substack.com

To order Marcia's book: https://amzn.to/3r63qHQ

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

God And My Girlfriends Ministries
A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

For our Season Two podcast finale, we have a very special "Guy-friend" in the house!  Marcia visits with her dear friend Rob Harris about their friendship, their connection with music (get all the scoop on their House Concerts!) and Rob's past in full-time ministry. Rob is beautifully honest about the ups and downs that ministers experience. He also talks about his brand new job with the non-profit, Standing Stone Ministry, which offers free support, care and counseling to pastors. If you, or someone you know, is in ministry, you definitely need to hear about Standing Stone!  

For more info about Rob Harris: www.robharrisonline.com

For more info about Standing Stone: https://standingstoneministry.org/

To connect with Rob at Standing Stone: https://standingstoneministry.org/shepherd/rob-harris

For more info  about our House Concerts:

https://robharrisonline.com/house-concerts

or

https://marciaramirez.com/house-concerts

To connect with Rob on social media:
Twitter: @robharrismusic
Instagram: @robharrismusic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robharrissongwriter

Confessions of a Prayer Slacker by Diane Moody:
https://amzn.to/3HDco3b

To donate to the GAMG Single Mamas Christmas Blessing Fund:
https://www.godandmygirlfriendsonline.com/donate

God And My Girlfriends Ministries
A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.



Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribe

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

 Growing up as an Evangelical Christian, I never could imagine that some of the teachings or theology that I was being taught could possible be harmful or damaging. As an adult, I see now that not all teachings are good, just because they might be labeled “Christian”. Many Christian churches and communities have fostered toxic environments and now, there are many, many men and women trying to work through those teachings via some form of faith deconstruction.

When I started my own deconstruction, I didn’t have trusted guides and the disorientation of it all almost cost me my faith entirely. Luckily, there are wonderful counselors, leaders, and coaches who are helping people walk through deconstruction so that they don’t have to give up all the beliefs that have served them well.  

Our guest this week is Dr. Camden Morgante and she is one of those trusted voices that is helping many safely navigate the deconstruction of toxic Christian cultures. Join us this week and we talk about some of those harmful teachings.  

ABOUT OUR GUEST:

Dr. Camden Morgante is a licensed clinical psychologist and adjunct college professor.  She writes and speaks about Christianity, psychology, and gender equality and is a regular contributor to Christians for Biblical Equality’s blog Mutuality. She is currently writing a book on the myths of purity culture. Camden also provides Coaching services for purity culture recovery, egalitarianism, and faith reconstruction. Camden lives in Knoxville, TN with her husband, their daughter and two rescue dogs.

Books Dr. Camden mentioned:
"The Making of Biblical Womanhood" - https://amzn.to/3CdI2Af

"Every Moment Holy" -- https://amzn.to/3Dh5cXB

"To Light Their Way" - https://amzn.to/3Du87g1

Other books helpful with deconstruction:

"Faith After Doubt" by Brian McLaren -- https://amzn.to/3n97O4h

"Faith Unraveled" by Rachel Held Evans -- https://amzn.to/3Fcc35k

God And My Girlfriends Ministries
A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.



Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribe

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

Well, I learned a hard lesson on the road this fall. I really can't do it all. (At least not all the time!-haha)

This week, you just get me - no guest. But I do try to help with some self-care tidbits, my thoughts on aging, skincare, makeup, and at the end of the podcast, what I think really helps make us beautiful at any age.

Because I'm showing things on camera, please forgive much of the background noise.. and also, I have put up the video of this podcast on Monday as well so you can watch on our YouTube channel right now instead of waiting until Wednesday.  Hope you enjoy!

Links:


Here are links to all the products I mention in this podcast:
Neutrogena make up wipes: https://amzn.to/3EX6yHM

Clean Skin Club: https://amzn.to/3CXOoVq

The Ordinary Skin Care: https://bit.ly/3wsGvoO

Bare Minerals:
Foundation: https://bit.ly/3o5EWt8
Blush: https://bit.ly/2Ys4s2U

It cosmetics brow powerFULL: https://bit.ly/3quUE3V

Sheet masks we used on the road:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C3NBJ33?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Books:
"Wholehearted Faith" by Rachel Held Evans: https://amzn.to/31uWNBW

"The Making of Biblical Womanhood" by Beth Allison Barr: https://amzn.to/3GYjRJC

"No Cure For Being Human" by Kate Bowler: https://amzn.to/3CTkz8w

God And My Girlfriends Ministries
A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.



Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribe

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org

You guys asked for it… so you got it!  This week on the God and My Girlfriends Podcast, you get to meet the girls I travel with on the road when I’m touring with Christopher Cross — Jewelee Peters and Stephcynie Curry (who goes professionally by just her first name, “Stephcynie”)  We talk about music, friendship, self-care, spirituality — we cover a BUNCH of topics, we laugh a lot, and I think you’ll find this whole conversation incredibly rich, deeply honest, very enlightening and endearing. 

So join me (Marcia Ramirez), Stephcynie and Jewelee for a very unique episode that gives you a little glimpse into life on the road and our nightly dressing room conversations. 

Links:

Stephcynie: 

Official website: https://www.stephcynie.com/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stephcynie/
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Stephcynie
Twitter: https://twitter.com/stephcynie
TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephcynie
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stephcynie

Jewelee:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeweleepeters/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeweleepetersmusic

Christopher Cross: https://www.christophercross.com/

Purposity: https://about.purposity.com/

God And My Girlfriends Ministries
A non-profit ministry helping women flourish in their relationships with God and others.



Get full access to The Way I See It by Marcia Ramirez at marciaramirez.substack.com/subscribe

To learn more about Stacey and her work: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

To learn more about God and My Girlfriends Ministries: www.godandmygirlfriendsministries.org