Created with female pastors, ministry leaders, and future ministers in mind, the NWM Podcast is designed to offer tangible leadership competencies that can be directly applied at every level of ministerial leadership. Featured in three segments to capture diverse perspectives: Grow Together, Learn Together and Better Together.
This is it! The final episode of Grow Together college edition, featuring Nelson University, formerly SAGU! Join Dr. Saehee Duran and two student leaders who are called to vocational ministry: Allison Jones (Student Congress President) and Eliona McElderry (Resident Assistant). They will wrap up the theme of transformation and dialogue around the following thoughts: Unexpected Transformations Transformation through Failure The Unseen Transformation The Ripple Effect of Transformation, and more!
We are back with another impactful episode! Listen as Rev. Carrie Brooks sits down with Emily and Elizabeth from the University of Valley Forge to share how transformational friendships strengthen their call to ministry.
Welcome to Grow Together podcast! This month, we will explore the theme of "transform" with the Northwest University NWM community. Join Rev. Jamie Shores, the campus pastor, as she invites two seniors, Illona and Ella, to share their transformational journeys in Christ despite hitting rock bottom.
Join Rev. Linsey Croston from Southeastern University (SEU) as she discusses the theme "restore" with two alumni and one current student: Hope, Callie, and Karissa. Their conversation is timely for the back-to-school season. Grab a notebook and enjoy the conversation.
Grow Together 507, College Edition (feat. Trinity Bible College and Graduate School) In this episode, Rev. Savanna Emmanuel interviews two incredible female students called to vocational ministry, Brooklynn Hendrickson and Alcista Dion, to explore what restoring looks like in their season of life. Enjoy another fresh look into God's divine call and work among His daughters at our AG school!
Join Kristie Kerr, NWM rep on campus as she conversates with two incredible students called to vocational ministry: Kaylie Crabtree & Skylar Schroeder around the theme of "restore." Take a listen, like, and share!
🧡NWM Grow Together 505: College Edition (feat. NorthPoint) 🧡NorthPoint University and Seminary is a featured Assemblies of God college of the month! Join Rev. Monica Hall, NWM Rep, as she discusses how to cultivate our call to vocational ministry with an amazing student, Zoe Noah, who's called to vocational ministry!
💚Grow Together Campus Edition: University of Valley Forge💚 Join Carrie Brooks, NWM rep at UVF, as she chats with two amazing students called to ministry around the theme of CULTIVATE!
🩵NWM College Edition: Northwest University🩵Join Jamie Shores, a campus pastor at Northwest, as she has an important conversation around the theme of CULTIVATE with two female students called to vocational ministry: Tobi Guisinger and Mia Gamez!!
💜NWM Campus Edition: SAGU💜 This month, we are visiting Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie, TX. Join Rev. Rennae deFreitas, Director of World Ministries, as she interviews two amazing students, Chloe and Alejandra, to explore their stories of "taking risks" as a beauty queen and a child of an immigrant parent. Comment below and share what you learned from these wise young women called to vocational ministry.
Being in college brings unique opportunities, joys, and challenges as part of transitioning into adulthood. How would young college women take calculated risks to juggle their busy lives while remaining true to their vocational call to ministry? Take a listen as Mariah and Maddie share their journeys with us!
✨Why should we listen to & invest in young women called to vocational ministry?✨
Join Anna McGuire as she unpacks the why and introduces some of the NWM reps in the Assemblies of God colleges and universities that will be part of Season 5 Grow Together podcasts! Six AG schools will be represented in 2024, and four of them are revealed today! Can you take a guess which other two might be?
In ministry, there can come a time when we need to understand if we are to pivot, persevere, or stop. Leading this challenging conversation is our guest host, Mary Lyons Brown, who is the Pioneer Director at Clark Atlanta University with Chi Alpha Campus Ministries. She is joined with two guest: Dionne Lester, Lead Pastor at Glad Tidings Church in Columbus, Georgia, and Kelly Delp, Discipleship Pastor at Evangel Kelowna in Canada.
In ministry, there can come a time when we need to understand if we should pivot, persevere, or stop. Leading this challenging conversation is our guest host, Mary Lyons Brown, who is the Pioneering Director at Clark Atlanta University with Chi Alpha Campus Ministries. She is joined with two guests: Dionne Lester, Lead Pastor at Glad Tidings Church in Columbus, Georgia, and Kelly Delp, Discipleship Pastor at Evangel Kelowna in Canada.
If you’ve been in ministry for any amount of time, you’ve experienced walking with people through grief and loss, and if you’re human…more than likely you’ve experienced grief and loss firsthand. How do we navigate through our own grief while still stewarding the ministry well? That’s the question Anna and her guests tackle today. Listen in to hear their amazing stories and heartfelt discussion on today’s episode of the Grow Together NWM Podcast.
Featuring:
Angelia Carpenter
Lexa Pope
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As we continue in our calling, we need to look ahead for future leaders in ministry. Jesus worked with a small group of men over the course of three short years, and yet they went on to change the world for generations! Today, Mary Brown leads this conversation with her guests as they discuss some practical ways to raise up new leaders in ministry, and some of the challenges they’ve met along the way. Grab a pen and get ready to take notes—and leave a comment below with your favorite tips!
Featuring:
Kelsy Chalko-Mique
Kayla Countryman
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In today’s episode, Letty Garcia and her guests discuss what it looks like to thrive through life and ministry in the midst of leadership growth, learning curves, and being busy to the point of being overwhelmed. How do we know the difference between a season when God is challenging us to grow and seasons when we’re doing too much? Grab a coffee and join the conversation in the comments below!
Featuring:
George & Rocio Carballo
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We’ve all been there: struggling to do more because we somehow feel selfish if we don’t. On today’s episode of Grow Together, Mary Brown and her guests discuss the trap of doing ministry alone and how to overcome having “Savior Complex”. Share this with a friend and listen in on this conversation together!
Featuring:
Sir James Offord | @pvchialpha
Shannon Arreola | @sharreola
Special Shoutout to Bria Johnson!
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We believe the image of God is best reflected, and the Church of Jesus Christ is healthiest, when both men and women are empowered to fulfill their calling at every level of ministerial leadership. NWM Better Together aims to bring men and women to the table for conversations about ministry and leadership.
Saehee Duran kicks off this new season with a four-part series on becoming a male champion, airing on the 4th Tuesday of every month. In the spring, Crystal Martin will join the host chair and invite guests for a roundtable conversation. Share this episode with your male and female ministry colleagues, and subscribe to join us on this journey!
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This month on Grow Together, we dive into marketplace ministry! How do you navigate a co-vocational calling, balance it well, and shine a light outside of the four walls of the church? Join Anna McGuire and her guest for today’s conversation, and tag a friend who could use some practical wisdom!
Featuring:
Ben Peters
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We believe the image of God is best reflected, and the Church of Jesus Christ is healthiest, when both men and women are empowered to fulfill their calling at every level of ministerial leadership. NWM Better Together aims to bring men and women to the table for conversations about ministry and leadership.
Saehee Duran kicks off this new season with a four-part series on becoming a male champion, airing on the 4th Tuesday of every month. In the spring, Crystal Martin will join the host chair and invite guests for a roundtable conversation. Share this episode with your male and female ministry colleagues, and subscribe to join us on this journey!
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In today’s episode Letty Garcia and her guests talk about one thing that really gets in the way of following the call to ministry: self sabotage. They discuss what it is, how it sneaks in to prevent us from moving forward, and how we can stop it. If this resonates with you, like, subscribe, and share it with a friend!
Featuring:
Jose Portillo
Char Blair
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We believe the image of God is best reflected, and the Church of Jesus Christ is healthiest, when both men and women are empowered to fulfill their calling at every level of ministerial leadership. NWM Better Together aims to bring men and women to the table for conversations about ministry and leadership.
Saehee Duran kicks off this new season with a four-part series on becoming a male champion, airing on the 4th Tuesday of every month. In the spring, Crystal Martin will join the host chair and invite guests for a roundtable conversation. Share this episode with your male and female ministry colleagues, and subscribe to join us on this journey!
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It's a new year, but God's mission for the Church remains the same. And it is Jesus' prayer that the Church remains united as we live out the Gospel.
So, how can we do that better? Who's doing it right?
During a special live broadcast on Facebook and YouTube, Saehee Duran sat down with three special guests representing AG Ethnic Fellowship:
Dennis Rivera, national director of Ethnic Fellowship
Que Nguyen, president of Vietnamese Fellowship
Belinda McCleese, co-founder of Deaf Fellowship (with an interpreter)
Listen to this re-broadcast! Their lived experiences as people from diverse ethnic/language backgrounds will help you better understand God's heart for all. Don't miss this conversation!
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Our third season of Grow Together is wrapping up and our team sits down to discuss what they’ve learned along the way. Join us as we look back at Season 3 and then look forward to what is to come in Season 4! What was your favorite episode? Let us know down in the comments!
Some of our favorite episodes, in case you missed it:
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We have the task of leading with tomorrow in mind, but it’s easy to get stuck in daily duties and forget the big picture. What’s your secret to staying focused in your ministry today for tomorrow? Saehee Duran talks about this topic with NWM Directors Dr. Deanna Shrodes in Florida and Amanda Garza in Washington. Listen to their stories and expert advice, then stay tuned until the end for a “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin.
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As online ministry continues to grow and evolve, how should we present ourselves as ministers of the Gospel in a world where everyone seems to be seeking a platform? Should pastors curate their online image? In this week’s episode of Grow Together, Saehee Duran and Lainie Battaglia dive into this discussion with two amazing guests. Join the conversation in the comments!
Featuring TJ Ono @tjkono & Lauren VanderLinden @lauren.vanderlinden
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As online ministry continues to grow and evolve, how should we present ourselves as ministers of the Gospel in a world where everyone seems to be seeking a platform? Should pastors curate their online image? In this week’s episode of Grow Together, Saehee Duran and Lainie Battaglia dive into this discussion with two amazing guests. Join the conversation in the comments!
Featuring TJ Ono @tjkono & Lauren VanderLinden @lauren.vanderlinden
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National Coming Out Day happened this month. The Great Commission includes all nations and people groups, including those part of the LGBTQ+ community. How do we maximize our relationships to better lead them to Christ? Saehee Duran has this important conversation with Dr. Linda Seiler and Rev. Joe Dallas. Listen to their stories and expert advice, then stay tuned until the end for a “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin.
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ReStoryMinistries.org
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National Coming Out Day happened this month. The Great Commission includes all nations and people groups, including those part of the LGBTQ+ community. How do we maximize our relationships to better lead them to Christ? Saehee Duran has this important conversation with Dr. Linda Seiler and Rev. Joe Dallas. Listen to their stories and expert advice, then stay tuned until the end for a “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin.
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As ministers we sometimes, through various contexts and seasons of life, compartmentalize our ministry. This often results in leaving behind the next generation. In this week’s episode of Grow Together, Saehee Duran and Anna McGuire open up the conversation with some amazing ministers who have great insight on how to effectively include and minister to the next generation and beyond. Join the conversation in the comments!
Featuring Hannah Abreu @hannahabreu & Christel Duff @christelduff
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As ministers we sometimes, through various contexts and seasons of life, compartmentalize our ministry. This often results in leaving behind the next generation. In this week’s episode of Grow Together, Saehee Duran and Anna McGuire open up the conversation with some amazing ministers who have great insight on how to effectively include and minister to the next generation and beyond. Join the conversation in the comments!
Featuring Hannah Abreu @hannahabreu & Christel Duff @christelduff
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There are many different ministry “callings.” Ephesians 4 describes many functions and offices of ministry, including a powerful one known as the Evangelist. Join Saehee Duran and her guests, Dr. Deedra Shilliday and Tim Enloe, as they discuss the role and history of this type of ministry, and how you may discern if this is the calling on your own life. Be sure to stay tuned in until the end for a “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin.
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www.evangelists.ag.org
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There are many different ministry “callings.” Ephesians 4 describes many functions and offices of ministry, including a powerful one known as the Evangelist. Join Saehee Duran and her guests, Dr. Deedra Shilliday and Tim Enloe, as they discuss the role and history of this type of ministry, and how you may discern if this is the calling on your own life. Be sure to stay tuned in until the end for a “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin.
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www.evangelists.ag.org
www.ag.org/Beliefs/Position-Papers/The-Role-of-Women-in-Ministry
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How do you know you’re ready to say yes to the next open door in your ministry? How can we take inventory of our lives and souls to prepare for the next step? In this week’s episode of Grow Together, Saehee Duran and Mary Brown break down the myth of “balance” and the fear behind stepping into the unknown! Dive deep into this conversation with them and their guests on this crucial topic.
Featuring Kristi Steffens @kristi_steffens & Leah Baty @leahdiazbaty
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How do you know you’re ready to say yes to the next open door in your ministry? How can we take inventory of our lives and souls to prepare for the next step? In this week’s episode of Grow Together, Saehee Duran and Mary Brown break down the myth of “balance” and the fear behind stepping into the unknown! Dive deep into this conversation with them and their guests on this crucial topic.
Featuring Kristi Steffens @kristi_steffens & Leah Baty @leahdiazbaty
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You know that ministry is more than preaching and teaching; more often than not, we are called to people with hurting hearts and souls outside of the four walls of the church. Join Saehee Duran and her guests as they dive into the different areas of chaplaincy ministry. Join the conversation in the comments! Be sure to stay tuned in until the end for a “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin. We’ve timestamped the conversation for you below:
🎙01:45 Marlene Craft - Why is being a chaplain uniquely beneficial for the Church? What is the most rewarding AND challenging part of ministering to the widows, and how can the churches do better?
🎙10:30 Ellie Canfield - How are the similarities/differences between hospice and hospital chaplaincy ministries? What ministry principles can local ministers take away from chaplaincy ministries?
🎙23:20 Manny Cordero - What are the steps women need to take in order to prepare for chaplaincy ministries? What’s the best way to start that process?
🎙36:53 Final Thoughts
🎙37:25 Leadership Minute with Crystal Martin “The Importance of Clarifying Your Ministry Role”
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Resources:
https://chaplaincy.ag.org
https://widowslink.org
When you think of women in ministry, you may picture someone leading or serving alongside her husband in the church. However, there is a growing number of credentialed women who are called into ministry while their husbands hold other vocations outside of the church. In this week’s episode of Grow Together, Nicky Stade and Letty Garcia sit down with their guests to talk about their experience with this unique dynamic of serving in ministry.
Featuring JoAnn Johnson @joannjohnson_ and Christina Moore @christinamoore6995
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If you were to choose one country around the world where God could send you for the work of the ministry, where would it be? Join Saehee Duran and her guests as they talk about women called to world missions. Join the conversation down in the comments! Be sure to stay tuned in until the end for a “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin. We’ve timestamped the conversation for you below:
🎙01:37 JoAnn Butrin - What is World Missions, and what are the scopes and variations of your mission? How do you prepare people to be “self-sending”? Many women called into missions are pursuing post-graduate education. Share your motivation and area of study.
🎙06:59 Tara Kenyon - What are some things you absolutely cannot live without as a missionary? How do you discern the “missionary call” and how you do you prepare for this assignment? How would you encourage someone who might be unsure of their calling to missions?
🎙16:51 Ariel Rainey - What are some coping skills someone could develop to overcome homesickness? What should a single woman keep in mind while serving on the field?
🎙26:00 Nancy Valnes - What is one skill that would help a missionary be more effective? How do we handle donors who might not operate under best practices?
🎙36:53 Final Thoughts
🎙37:25 Leadership Minute with Crystal Martin “What You Do is Not Who You Are”
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Can you believe we’re more than half way through this year now? In this special bonus episode of the NWM podcast, a few of the Network of Women Ministers team reflects on how they have grown so far in 2022, and shares some wisdom they’ve learned along the way. What are your top 3 tips for continuing this year with success? Share those, plus any questions or comments you have down below! We’d love to continue this conversation with you!
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Leadership is not one-dimensional. Often, when we think of “leadership” we think of leading others, but there is another side to it: leading ourselves. Join Saehee Duran and her guests, Susan Ross and Dr. Sandra Ogunremi, as they talk about this topic. Join the conversation down in the comments! Be sure to stay tuned in until the end for a “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin. We’ve timestamped the conversation for you below:
🎙01:09 Susan Ross - What is the most common thread of healthy ministry leadership on all levels? What are your top 3 non-negotiables for sustaining pace in the longevity of ministry? How can we lead difficult people that God has placed in our care?
🎙15:51 Dr. Sandra Ogunremi - What leadership principles did you glean from your education and how does God use those in your ministry? As a minority leader in both gender and ethnicity, how do you handle the pressure behind the need to represent? How can we begin to “cast down destructive imaginations” in order to lead ourselves and others well?
🎙30:34 Final Thoughts
🎙31:22 Leadership Minute with Crystal Martin “Does Your Title Really Matter?”
📚Books Mentioned:
Casting Down Destructive Imaginations by Dr. Sandra Ogunremi
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In this week’s episode of Grow Together, the whole team comes together to talk about how to discern and navigate through transition. Join the conversation!
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In today’s episode, Saehee Duran takes a look at two powerful examples of God’s power to redeem broken lives for His glory. Today’s guests share their experiences with unplanned pregnancy, prostitution, homelessness, and more. Be sure to stay tuned in until the end for a “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin. We’ve timestamped the conversation for you below: 🎙02:31 Jillian Pelkey - Can you share your experience and how you were led to work with women who are considering or who have experienced abortion? How does this experience help you be an effective leader in ministry? How can the church come alongside women to offer support.
🎙20:40 Amy Miranda - Share with us how a “good church girl” turn into a stripper and a prostitute? What wisdom would you give them as they seek healing and freedom? How can Christian leaders be more proactive in identifying the vulnerable and supporting them to devote to God with pure body, mind, and soul?
🎙36:58 Final Thoughts
🎙37:44 Leadership Minute with Crystal Martin “The Redemptive Power of Language”
📚Books Mentioned:
“Forgiven and Set Free: A Bible Study for Women Seeking Healing After Abortion” by Linda Cochrane
“Prostitute to Pastor: A Woman’s Journey from the Spotlight to God’s Light” by Amy Miranda & Darby Patterson
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In this week’s episode of Grow Together, Saehee Duran and Lainie Battaglia sit down with their guests to discuss the importance of being present in people’s lives through times of prolonged pain. What are some practical tips for ministers to walk with people during some of their darkest times? How do we make ourselves available without putting our own well-being at risk? Join the conversation!
Guests Featured:
Greg Johns
Trina Pennington
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Many are called to ministry, but not every pulpit looks the same. Today, Saehee Duran sits down with three professors who show us what it looks like to practice ministry in higher education. Stay to the end to hear words of wisdom in our new segment “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin. We’ve timestamped everything for you below: 🎙01:55 Dr. Debbie Fulthorp - How did that first door of opportunity open up for you? What is the role of local church in preparing and leading aspiring Christian scholars and educators?
🎙08:40 Prof. Melissa Falk - Tell us how you got to where you are today. Having transitioned from a practitioner to an equipper, how can you advise others to do this well?
🎙21:20 Dr. Joy Qualls - Was your transition into higher education and now administration always part of the plan? Can you tell us more about your research, which tackles the rhetoric around women in ministry leadership? In the next 5-10 years, what do higher education institutes need to create or cultivate in their culture to empower more female educators?
🎙32:15 Final Thoughts
🎙39:37 Leadership Minute with Crystal Martin “The Key to Next-Level Leadership”
📚Books Mentioned: “God Forgive Us for Being Women: Rhetoric, Theology, and the Pentecostal Tradition” by Dr. Joy E. A. Qualls
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The average pastoral ministry lasts 3-5 years, but today’s guests have each served over two decades in ministry! How did they do it, and is it possible to still do this today? Join Saehee Duran and Anna McGuire on our latest Grow Together episode. Stay to the end for a special announcement from the team!
Guests Featured:
Lisa Clements
Lori Warning
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In today’s episode, Saehee Duran is joined by two Network Superintendents: Gene Roncone from the Rocky Mountain Ministry Network and Rich Guerra from the SoCal Network. Their conversation revolves around leading side-by-side in ministry on a practical level. Stay to the end to hear words of wisdom in our new segment “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin. We’ve timestamped everything for you below:
🎙02:57 Gene Roncone - Tell us about practical reasons and the benefits for considering women for lead pastor roles, or any decision-making position. What are some things you’ve observed that are limiting opportunities for called women in ministry? What are some things female leaders need to do to be able to enter this leadership world and collaborate with our brothers?
🎙22:39 Rich Guerra - What practical advice can you give women to be able to position themselves to be seen, heard, and accepted fully as co-laborers in Christ? What are some best practices for cross-gender mentoring in the context of leadership development?
🎙36:56 Final Thoughts
🎙40:08 Leadership Minute with Crystal Martin “The Key to Next-Level Leadership”
📚Books Mentioned: “Developing Female Leaders: Navigate the Minefields and Release the Potential of Women in Your Church” by Kadi Cole
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Thirty-one percent of pastors are struggling with mental health issues and burnout. Our guests today share some vulnerable yet powerful truths about the hard things many ministers face behind closed doors. Join Saehee Duran and Mary Brown on our latest Grow Together episode!
Guests Featured:
Kiara Noble
Jason Rowland
Books Mentioned:
Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs - Steve Cuss
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Join Saehee Duran as she dives into some deep questions with a few amazing female leaders. On today’s episode of Learn Together, Maricela Hernandez, Dr. Melissa Alfaro, and Dr. Beth Grant share how they are building a collaborative leadership culture, and offer wisdom on how you can, too. No matter your current level of leadership, this episode is a “can’t miss”! Stick around to the end for an anointed prayer time with Dr. Grant, and of course our new segment “Leadership Minute” with Crystal Martin. We’ve timestamped everything for you below:
🎙01:18 Maricela Hernandez - How are you bringing your unique perspectives, experiences, and skillsets without conforming to the majority leadership culture? Hispanic districts are pioneering the way for championing women in visible executive leadership roles. What are they doing right?
🎙09:09 Dr. Melissa Alfaro - How can churches and districts/networks be more intentional about normalizing gender-inclusive leadership? When you are the only female in a meeting, what are some dos and don’ts at the leadership table?
🎙16:35 Dr. Beth Grant - What advice would you give to male influencers as they cultivate a collaborative leadership culture? How can women lead in a culture that doesn’t support females in leadership?
🎙43:47 Final Thoughts
🎙46:56 Dr. Beth Grant - Prayer Over Women in Ministry
🎙51:36 Leadership Minute with Crystal Martin “Learning New Tools for Leadership”
📚Books Mentioned: “How Women Rise: Break the 12 Habits Holding You Back from Your Next Raise, Promotion, or Job” by Sally Helgesen & Marshall Goldsmith
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Your calling is very unique, and God can give you big dreams! Saehee Duran and Letty Garcia have a dynamic conversation with their guests about how to set yourself up to expect big things for your ministry on today’s podcast. What big vision has He planted in your heart? Share them with us down in the comments!
Guests Featured:
Alexia Pineda @lexsational
Mauri Cruz @maurisia_cruz
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We are all on this amazing leadership journey, and we’re waiting for someone to pass the baton of leadership to us…but the question is, are you ready to take it and run with it? Join Saehee Duran as she kicks off Season 3 of Learn Together with a brand new format that we’ve timestamped for you below:
Books Mentioned: “The Dream Giver” by Bruce Wilkinson
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Saehee Duran and the Grow Together Team kick off a new season, and today they discuss goals, seasons, being an unending learner, and more. We’d love to hear what you have to say, so join the conversation down in the comments, below! Plus, a new co-host and a special announcement about something exciting coming soon!
Books Mentioned:
Developing Female Leaders: Navigate the Minefields and Release the Potential of Women in Your Church by Kadi Cole
Just Lead!: A No Whining, No Complaining, No Nonsense Practical Guide for Women Leaders in the Church by Sherry Surratt & Jenni Catron
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Saehee Duran and Nicky Stade take a few minutes to reflect on all the important topics and guests that were featured in this podcast in the past year, as well as exciting new things coming up in 2022. We want to hear from you! Comment below with your podcast topic or guest suggestions, or message us on Facebook or Instagram @agwomenministers. Check out our CALLED Leadership Resource as well: womenministers.ag.org/resources
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Saehee Duran is joined by a special co-host in today’s recap of Season 2. It was a great year, so today we highlight some of those moments, plus what we can look forward to in the new season!
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According to 2020 Assemblies of God statistics, 27% of credentialed ministers are women--and guess what? More women are getting educated. But the question is, how long are you willing to go “all in”? Join Saehee Duran and Melissa Alfaro as they sit down with some very special guests to discuss the importance of inner fortitude, and how that might just be the secret to a long and healthy ministry.
Featuring Donna Barrett & Christina Vincent
Books Mentioned: Leveling the Praying Field, by Donna Barrett
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As ministers, it is important that we are able to maintain our health in order to serve others well, and overcoming difficult trauma is part of the journey. Saehee Duran and Mary Lyons Brown discuss this important topic in today’s episode of Grow Together.
Featuring Brittany Jones & Cheno Echevarria
Books Mentioned:
Try Softer, by Aundi Kolber
Soul Care, by Rob Reimer
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You’ve heard the saying, “Show me your friends and I will show you your future.” Who are those friends who are shaping your life in this ministry journey? Lean into this great conversation with Saehee Duran and Shannon Polk as they discuss friendship, pursuing higher education, and how to open doors and find a seat at the table in ministry.
Featuring Stephanie Nance
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We have a divine commission to go and make disciples of all nations. How do you overcome feelings of doubt, insecurity, or loneliness while serving in the field? Let us know down in the comments, and join our conversation with some very special guests!
Featuring Mari, Kenzie, & Valerie
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Church Planting? Church Revitalization? Which of these sound more invigorating to you and why? Tell us your thoughts in the comments! Join Saehee Duran and Nichole Schreiber as they dig into the risks and rewards of bringing a dying church back to life with their guests, including some tips on what to do in your first 100 days!
Featuring Nick Poole & Aaron McNatt
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Many women in ministry are serving as Associate and Staff Pastors. Sit down with Saehee Duran, Alaina Battaglia, and their guests as they talk about the wins and challenges of being the second chair leader.
Featuring Amanda Berger & Brynn Harrington
Books Mentioned:
Leading from the Second Chair: Serving Your Church, Fulfilling Your Role, and Realizing Your Dreams by Mike Bonem & Roger Patterson
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Leading an established church through change can be a difficult yet rewarding journey. How do you bridge the gaps between generations? Join Saehee Duran and Melissa Alfaro as they discuss this and more with their experienced guests! Share your wisdom below in the comments!
Featuring Robert Flores and John Ryan Cantu
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In today’s episode, Saehee Duran and Anna McGuire sit down with their guests and discuss the important skills and character required to deal with an inevitable part of ministry: criticism.
Featuring Paulina Solis & Natalie Barnes
Books Mentioned:
The Best Yes, by Lysa TerKeurst
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You’ve heard the saying, “When it rains, it pours!” Thankfully, God places beautiful people in our lives to help us face those challenging moments. Do you have those encouragers in your life? Tag them in the comments below with #myBarnabas and invite them to join this conversation! In this episode, Saehee Duran and Cynthia Dobbs talk about how to embrace your calling while overcoming life-altering situations with their inspiring guests.
Featuring Joy Schroeder and JoLeta Nash
Books Mentioned:
Tools for Mentoring by Joy Schroeder
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Have you ever struggled with loneliness in ministry? In today’s episode, Saehee Duran and Mary Lyons Brown gather with their guests to discuss the realities and necessity of friendships in ministry.
Featuring Erica Grant & Rhonda McGinnis
Books Mentioned:
The Friendship Lifeline: A Biblical Guide to Choosing & Maintaining Godly Friendships, by Erica Grant
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Waiting can be intense, and sometimes it is tempting to give up and quit! Join Saehee Duran and Rod Loy in today’s discussion as they dive into what it looks like to stay focused today on the rewards of longevity in ministry.
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Featuring David Wigington
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In today’s episode, Saehee Duran and Areli Ortiz dive into a discussion with their guests on best practices they have discovered as they navigate through ministry as young, single, minority female leaders.
Featuring Monica Hortiales & Priscila Soria
Books Mentioned:
The Best Yes, by Lysa TerKeurst
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Life as a female minister is complex, but add to that, being an ethnic minority makes it even more complicated. Join Saehee Duran and Shannon Polk in today’s discussion as they talk about this important aspect and the challenges of the ministry journey for many. They are joined by Pastor Tanisha Finley, who brings her wisdom and perspective to the conversation.
Featuring Tanisha Finley
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How can we strengthen the core of our leadership so as not to confuse who we are with what we do? Join Saehee Duran and Lainie Battaglia in this conversation, where we’ll learn how identity and calling work both separately and together in our lives, along with tips to sustain health in both for the long haul. Tell us your thoughts in the comments below!
Featuring Jaclyn Dix & Lisa Potter
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When you hear the word “pioneer,” whose faces do you see? Missionaries? Church Planters? What about that 5% of courageous and faithful women of God who said yes to leading their churches as Lead Pastors? Join Saehee Duran and Nichole Schreiber as they talk about this with some dynamic female Lead Pastors. Listen in on this conversation, and join us in the comments with your questions for Pastor Michele Thompson and Pastor Satise Roddy. Tag a female LP who needs to be encouraged today!
Featuring Michele Thompson and Satise Roddy
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Join Saehee Duran and Anna McGuire as they talk with their guests about the challenges and rewards of leading in ministry while raising a family. Is it possible to do both well at the same time? Lean in and listen today. We want to hear your thoughts below!
Featuring Christina Vincent & Kelli Ferguson
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Easter is this week, which has us reflecting on the love Christ has for the whole world. There is another major holiday this month, though, so Saehee Duran sits down for a special conversation with her guests, Jillian Rogers and Lynda Hausfeld, who share a timely resource for us on how to effectively reach our Muslim Neighbors during Ramadan. Don’t miss this insightful bonus episode of the NWM Podcast!
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Have you ever had to deal with the struggles that come with juggling multiple responsibilities? Tell us in the comments about the challenges you’ve had to overcome while being a woman in ministry! Join Saehee Duran, Cynthia Dobbs, and JayLynn Sperry as they discuss their experiences, as well as some of the victories and challenges they face in ministry in the midst of divine interruptions.
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Join Saehee Duran and her new team of co-hosts kick off Season 2 of Grow Together! Listen in to learn about the new team, hear their journey to ministry, and let us know how it impacts your story in the comments below!
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If you were in a room with some seasoned male ministers, what would you like them to know so they can champion you better in ministry leadership? Join Saehee Duran, Rod Loy, and Jim Bradford in this important conversation. What would you add? Let us know in the comments!
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Join Saehee Duran and Crystal Martin in today’s Grow Together episode as they discuss why it’s important to grow your delegation skills and offer a few tips to get started. Stick around for a few minutes at the end for a special announcement in a bonus conversation!
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Join Saehee Duran for the Season 2 Premiere of the NWM Learn Together Podcast, where she introduces a new look and a new podcast team. Their first conversation dives deep about the importance of diversity in both race and gender for a successful ministry.
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What’s New with NWM? Find out during a quick conversation in this BONUS PODCAST EPISODE with Nicky & Saehee! Check out our next Learn Together Episode - Season 2, premiering on January 26th on Facebook, YouTube, IGTV, and your favorite audio podcast player app. Follow us @agwomenministers
Join Saehee Duran and Crystal Martin in today’s Grow Together episode as they discuss the importance of male mentors, sponsors, allies, and champions in your life.
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“You have to sow the seed. Sometimes culture is like concrete on top of seed, but if the seed is vital it’ll break through.” —Dr. George O. Wood, Former General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God
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Join Saehee Duran and Crystal Martin in today’s Grow Together episode as they give us 4 tips on how to thrive in a male-dominated ministry world.
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“The church is the number one stakeholder in a community, and not by our design but by God’s design. And when we don’t see ourselves there—when we see ourselves as this frumpy situation over there—we’re missing out on what God has called the church to be.” —Laurel Harvey, Convoy of Hope Rural Compassion
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Join Saehee Duran and Crystal Martin in today’s Grow Together episode as they discuss how to moderate feelings of jealousy during those seasons when we see others thriving but we are not.
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Leaders are learners! Let's hear from the ministry experts from various fields as we seek their wisdom to strengthen our leadership competencies.
Listen in on a great conversation between Saehee Duran and her husband, Dr. Damon Duran, as they discuss their journey in switching ministry roles within their church and his experience as a pastor’s spouse.
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Join Saehee Duran and Crystal Martin in today’s Grow Together episode as they discuss five important aspects of building a successful ministry team.
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“Ultimately there’s only one question that matters when we’re trying to discern God’s direction in our lives, and that is (at any given moment, in every situation): ‘God what are you asking me to do now?’”
Leaders are learners! Let's hear from the ministry experts from various fields as we seek their wisdom to strengthen our leadership competencies.
Saehee Duran sits down with Dr. Carol Taylor, President of Evangel University, to discuss the challenges of leading through a crisis and ten strategies to do it well.
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“Leading courageously is an act of obedience.” — Saehee Duran
Join Saehee Duran and Crystal Martin in today’s Grow Together episode as they discuss Deborah and Esther’s examples of courage and how we can model that in our ministries today.
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“The Kingdom of God is not a kingdom of exclusivity...with Jesus it includes; so the question is, who are we including?”
Leaders are learners! Let's hear from the ministry experts from various fields as we seek their wisdom to strengthen our leadership competencies.
Saehee Duran sits down with Andy Estrella, Director of Missouri State Chi Alpha, to discuss effective ways to communicate the gospel and develop leaders in today’s universities.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This episode was pre-recorded a few months before pandemic restrictions required social distancing. Due to the stay-at-home orders that soon followed, we have been spreading out the release of our podcast until we are able to safely record new episodes.
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“It’s not about what you do ‘if’ you’re going to hear these comments, but ‘when’” —Saehee Duran
Join Saehee Duran and Crystal Martin in today’s Grow Together episode as they share practical advice on how to work through this real and common issue as a female minister, including both in-person and online situations.
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Saehee Duran sits down with Theresa Odun-Ayo, Bi-Vocational Lead Pastor & Church Planter, to discuss steps to begin building bridges between cultures in communities.
Time Management is an area many of us could use some help! Join Crystal Martin and Saehee Duran for today’s Grow Together episode as they discuss this important topic.
“Marriage is not a reward for good behavior. It either is or is not in the path of obedience that Jesus has for us.”
Join Saehee H. Duran and Stefanie Chappell on today’s Learn Together episode as they discuss leading as a single minister.
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Self Care - we all need it! Join Saehee and Crystal in today’s Grow Together episode as they offer practical steps to invest in yourself as a minister.
“The bottom line of good counseling, whether it’s pastoral or clinical, is to identify the lies people believe about themselves, about others and about God.” ~Dr. Melody Palm
Join Saehee Duran and Dr. Melody Palm on today’s Learn Together episode as they discuss the importance of mental health.
How do I honor, lead and work with a majority male staff?
Join Crystal Martin and Saehee Duran in today’s Grow Together episode as they answer this important question.
"As a pentecostal movement, we can’t afford to raise a generation that does not know who we are or where we came from because that determines much of where we are going.” - Ruthie Oberg
Join us for today’s Learn Together episode with Ruthie Edgerly Oberg, Assemblies of God event speaker and historian with the Pentecostal Heritage Center.
Cultural Analysis and Social Justice Let's grow together while we talk about analyzing your cultural surroundings and working toward social justice…it’s really about being a listener!
SOMO District CFO Rhonda Amer “A lot of responsibility is on ourselves to keep learning, to keep growing both in the skills we are gifted with and also as a person.”
The "Billy Graham Rule" Let's grow together while we talk about "Billy Graham Rule"...context and application. Saehee H. Duran and Crystal Martin discuss how it applies—and doesn’t today.
Central AG Lead Pastor James Bradford “I get nervous when our team does not have females at the table.”
Ministerial leadership and the importance of championing women ministers
Co-Pastoring Let's grow together while we learn about co-pastoring. Saehee H. Duran and Sylvia Avery define co-pastoring and discuss the benefits of leading together.
Center for Holy Lands Studies Director Amy Flattery Sometimes we have to journey through pain, but God fights for us! Exodus 14:14
Mentorship Let's grow together while we learn to mentor and be mentored. Identify, validate, advocate.
Christian Ed/Discipleship Director Elly Marroquin Use HIS measure to impact and edify the Church!
A Teachable Spirit Let's grow together as we talk about how to increase our leadership capacity by developing the teachable spirit.
AG General Secretary Donna Barrett We might think things are roadblocks and diversions, but they are really part of God’s plan!
Overcoming Stereotypes of Female Ministers Women face many stereotypes, especially as leaders…let’s talk about that!
AG General Superintendent Doug Clay Women as Leaders; Gifted Women. Daughters are equally commissioned, ordained, and gifted.
Calling and Missional Life Saehee and Crystal talk about their personal call and how to live on mission.