Please note: This episode is a replay of EP 24. I'm taking a break for the holidays. When I return in January, we'll be discussing technology and social media for ministry.

Need fresh inspiration for praying for your women’s ministry? 

In today’s podcast, we’ll be talking about:

• Praying for events
• Praying at your events
• Praying for your women
• Praying with your women 

This episode is packed with prayer ideas and tips that will make a great impact on your ministry, your team, and your women.

Quote: Prayer is like gasoline for our women's ministry. It makes our ministry go.

Links from show:
Women's Ministry Prayer Resources - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/womens-ministry-prayer-resources/ (this page includes a list and descriptions of ALL of my posts on prayer)

Prayer Cards - https://amzn.to/3ihFc6o (affiliate link)

Prayer Warrior Boot Camp - https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/collections/ebooks/products/prayer-warrior-boot-camp-for-groups

Women's Ministry Toolbox Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).

Please note: This episode is a replay of EP 21. I'm taking a break for the holidays. When I return in January, we'll be discussing technology and social media for ministry.

Today, we will be talking about the differences between devotionals and testimonies, why we should share our personal testimonies, and how to share them.

Many leaders use the words devotional and testimony interchangeably, but I think there's a distinct difference. Take a listen to find out why!

I also share the three things every testimony should include.

Quote: Our story can be a tool to providing comfort for those that God has placed in our path.

Highlighted verse: 1 Peter 3:15 "Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have."

Links in show:
Post Event Evaluation Form

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).

Please note: This episode is a replay of EP 50. I'm taking a break for the holidays. When I return in January, we'll be discussing technology and social media for ministry.

Need some help navigating Christmas gifts and Christmas icebreaker games?

I’m sharing my best advice in this podcast episode!

Women’s Ministry Christmas gift giving generally falls into three categories:

1. Gifts for Your Team
2. Gifts for Your Women
3. Gifts for church staff and pastor’s wives

Listen to the episode for ideas and tips for giving gifts to these three groups.

The second half of this episode focuses on Christmas icebreaker games.

Listen in to get some great ideas and advice to make certain your choices are a blessing to every woman present.

Tip: If you send out physical Christmas cards, I want to encourage you to send one to every member of your team. They’ll feel extra special knowing they are on your Christmas list.

Link to show notes: https://womensministrytoolbox.com/the-best-christmas-gifts-and-games-for-your-womens-ministry/

Links from show:
Things to Consider When Planning a Women's Ministry Christmas Event
Creative Christmas Event Ideas for Your Women's Ministry
Volunteer Appreciation: Great Gifts and Guidance
Christmas Potpourri
Gift of No Dishes
Comfy Cozy Inspirational Christmas Gift Ideas and Tags
How to Host a Gift Exchange
28 Gift Exchange Theme Ideas
Icebreakers and Games Masterlist
Left Right Nativity Story
Wrap It Up: Christmas Game
Women's Ministry Toolbox Facebook Group

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).

The end of the year lends itself to taking time to reflect on the successes, challenges, and disappointments of the last ministry year.

It benefits the entire team when we celebrate our successes and make note of areas of improvement.

Listen to this episode for tips and ideas on how to lead your team through the process of ministry reflection and resolution.

Don't miss the three suggested reflection questions!

Quote: Just as my blueberry bushes require pruning each winter to bear more fruit, so do our ministries. We must be willing to reflect on the past and make resolutions for the future if our ministry is going to continue to grow and bear fruit.

Shownotes available at: https://womensministrytoolbox.com/womens-ministry-reflections-and-resolutions-for-a-new-year/

Links from show:
21 Prayers for Women in Your Church and Small Group - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/freebies/

Quarterly Leadership Training Packets - https://bit.ly/ctaquarter1

Women’s Ministry Event Planning Course - https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/p/women-s-ministry-event-planning-101

Women's Ministry Toolbox Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).

I'm excited to share another leader interview with you all this week!

You're going to love getting to know women's ministry leader Barb Hartt. Barb serves in a smaller church in Alaska.

She shares:

• Their team's mission statement
• How their blanket their women in prayer
• Her journey into women's ministry
• Details about the workshops they offer
• Advice for new women's ministry leaders
• Tips for ministering to women who are unequally yoked

Don't miss the beautiful prayer that Barb prays over you at the end of the podcast.

Resources mentioned in the podcast:
Prayer Warrior Boot Camp - https://www.prayerwarriorbootcamp.com
Women's Ministry Toolbox website - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Leading Women Who Wound - https://amzn.to/3Uhn7pq
Winning Him Without Words - https://amzn.to/3sQi7fI

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).

Training your women’s ministry team is incredibly beneficial.

In this podcast episode, we’ll talk about what types of training you should consider for your women’s ministry team and the 5 great benefits of women’s ministry training.

Show notes: https://womensministrytoolbox.com/5-great-benefits-of-womens-ministry-training/

Links in show:
3 Secrets to Building Better Teams and Stronger Leaders - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/3-secrets-to-building-better-leaders-and-stronger-womens-ministry-teams/

How to Plan a Women’s Ministry Team Retreat - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/how-to-plan-a-womens-ministry-team-retreat/

Simple Seminary - https://www.simpleseminary.org/a/2147522417/6o6zNyvc

CTA Women’s Ministry Leadership Training Resources - bit.ly/wmleadershipresources

Women’s Ministry Toolbox Online Courses - www.womensministrytraining.com

Leadership Training offered by Cyndee Ownbey - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/leader-training/

Simple Seminary - https://www.simpleseminary.org/

Related links:
Discussion Group Leaders For Your Retreat - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/discussion-group-leaders-for-your-retreat/

Supporting Bible Study, Discipleship, and Small Group Leaders - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/supporting-bible-study-discipleship-and-small-group-leaders/

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).

Are you thinking of planning a women’s ministry team retreat? 

This episode is packed with tips and ideas including:

• When
• Where
• How

To plan a women’s ministry team retreat.

I’m a big fan of monthly women’s ministry team meetings, however, monthly meetings don’t usually offer enough time for long-term planning and deeper team building.

In this episode, you'll learn how to strategically plan a team retreat that includes time for planning and relationship-building. 

Don't miss the story I share at the end about the special bonding experience I had with one of my teammates!

Quote: Think of all the ways you can encourage friendships and fellowship. You might not all become best friends, but time together should make you better friends.

Show notes: How to Plan a Women's Ministry Team Retreat -  https://womensministrytoolbox.com/how-to-plan-a-womens-ministry-team-retreat/

Related posts:
How to Host Great Women’s Ministry Team Meetings - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/how-to-host-great-womens-ministry-team-meetings/

Crafting a Solid Women’s Ministry Mission Statement - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/womens-ministry-mission-statement/

21 Prayers for Women in Your Church - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/21-prayers-for-women-in-your-church-or-small-group/

How to Select Your Women’s Ministry Theme and Scripture Focus - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/how-to-select-your-womens-ministry-theme-or-scripture-focus/

Women’s Ministry Quarterly Leadership Devotionals - https://www.ctainc.com/products/digital-pack-wml22epkq1?aff=2

Rethinking Women’s Ministry Workbook - https://amzn.to/3CqFYIy

Must-read Leadership Books for Women's Ministry Leaders - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/must-read-leadership-books/

Anchored Women’s Ministry Conference - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/anchored-womens-ministry-conference/

8 Great Team-Building Icebreaker Games - https://womensministrytoolbox.com/team-building-icebreaker-games/

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – www.womensministrytoolbox.com
Online Store – www.womensministrytoolboxshop.com
Online Training – www.womensministrytraining.com
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).

I’m sharing my 3 secrets to building better leaders and stronger women’s ministry teams. 

I recently had the opportunity to connect with someone I served with on the women’s ministry team at a previous church. 

As we were catching up and swapping stories, I admitted that during part of the time that we served together on the women’s ministry team I was miserable. Though I love women’s ministry and loved the women in that church, I dreaded our women’s ministry team meetings...

How I wish we had taken intentional steps to build better leaders and a stronger women's ministry team!

It is possible and it's not really all that complicated.

Be sure to listen in to hear how you can build better leaders and a stronger women's ministry team.

Link to show notes:  https://womensministrytoolbox.com/3-secrets-to-building-better-leaders-and-stronger-womens-ministry-teams/

Links in show:
Women’s Ministry Quarterly Leadership Devotionals
Anchored Women's Ministry Conference for Leaders
Women's Ministry Toolbox Facebook Group

Related links:
Women’s Ministry Quarterly Leadership Devotionals
Women’s Ministry Leadership Training Manual
How to Build a Women’s Ministry Team
How to Host Great Women’s Ministry Team Meetings
Must-Read Leadership Books for Women’s Ministry Leaders
Volunteer Appreciation: Great Gifts and Guidance

Purchase Cyndee’s book: Rethinking Women's Ministry: Biblical, Practical Tools for Cultivating a Flourishing Community

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List
Website
Online Store
Online Training
Facebook Page
Facebook Group
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).

It's time for another women's ministry leader interview!

Today I'm talking with Kristi Bomar, a women's ministry leader serving in a smaller Texas church.

Kristi shares how God led her to serve in women's ministry, a role she wasn't expecting. Maybe you can relate to her initial reluctance.

Don't miss the unbelievable story Kristi shares about how she booked the speaker for one of their women's ministry events!

You'll also hear about their: 

• Women's Ministry Mission Statement
• Women's Fall Conference
• Fundraising Efforts for their Conference

I pray you'll be encouraged and gather and glean ideas you can modify and use in your women's ministry program.

Links from show:
Women's Ministry Toolbox Facebook Group
Post Event Evaluation Form
Women's Ministry Toolbox Website

Purchase Cyndee’s book: Rethinking Women's Ministry: Biblical, Practical Tools for Cultivating a Flourishing Community

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
 Sign Up for My Email List
Website
Online Store
Online Training
Facebook Page
Facebook Group
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).

Need some help navigating Christmas gifts and Christmas icebreaker games?

I’m sharing my best advice in this podcast episode!

Women’s Ministry Christmas gift giving generally falls into three categories:

1. Gifts for Your Team
2. Gifts for Your Women
3. Gifts for church staff and pastor’s wives

Listen to the episode for ideas and tips for giving gifts to these three groups.

The second half of this episode focuses on Christmas icebreaker games.

Listen in to get some great ideas and advice to make certain your choices are a blessing to every woman present.

Tip: If you send out physical Christmas cards, I want to encourage you to send one to every member of your team. They’ll feel extra special knowing they are on your Christmas list.

Link to show notes: https://womensministrytoolbox.com/the-best-christmas-gifts-and-games-for-your-womens-ministry/

Links from show:
Things to Consider When Planning a Women's Ministry Christmas Event
Creative Christmas Event Ideas for Your Women's Ministry
Volunteer Appreciation: Great Gifts and Guidance
Christmas Potpourri
Gift of No Dishes
Comfy Cozy Inspirational Christmas Gift Ideas and Tags
How to Host a Gift Exchange
28 Gift Exchange Theme Ideas
Icebreakers and Games Masterlist
Left Right Nativity Story
Wrap It Up: Christmas Game
Women's Ministry Toolbox Facebook Group

Related links:
10 Things I’d Do Differently as a Women’s Ministry Leader During the Christmas Season
How to Select Your Women’s Ministry Theme or Scripture Focus

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List
Website
Online Store
Online Training
Facebook Page
Facebook Group
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon

Thank you for listening to the Women's Ministry Toolbox Podcast. You'll find additional women's ministry resources below.

Women's Ministry Toolbox Resources:
Sign Up for My Email List - https://bit.ly/wmtbemail
Website – https://womensministrytoolbox.com/
Online Store – https://womensministrytoolboxshop.com/
Online Training – https://womensministrytoolbox.teachable.com/
Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/womensministrytoolbox/
Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/womensministrytoolboxcommunity/
Women’s Ministry Essentials on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/wmtoolbox

You can connect with Cyndee via Facebook, Instagram (@womensministrytoolbox), and email ([email protected]).