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Women Worth Knowing
Author: Cheryl Brodersen and Robin Jones Gunn
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Join us each week for a lively conversation between authors Cheryl Brodersen and Robin Jones Gunn as they explore the lives of well-known—and not so well-known—Christian women in history. Trust us, these are definitely women worth knowing!
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From the time she was young, Anne knew she wanted to worship Jesus. She even began composing songs on the piano to Him when she was in junior high. Listen as Anne recounts her journey from a young woman with a love for Jesus and passion for praise to one of the first participants in the inception of praise bands. Anne with her humility, brilliance, and unfailing love for Jesus will capture your heart.Resources:annebarbour.comBilly Graham Evangelistic AssociationSamaritan’s PurseWorld Medical MissionBooks by Anne BarbourThe Savior Has Come: An Advent DevotionalJesus, Love to the End: A Devotional to Prepare Your Heart for EasterThe Fourth Chair: Discovering Your Invitation to Come Home
From the time she was young, Anne knew she wanted to worship Jesus. She even began composing songs on the piano to Him when she was in junior high. Listen as Anne recounts her journey from a young woman with a love for Jesus and passion for praise to one of the first participants in the inception of praise bands. Anne with her humility, brilliance, and unfailing love for Jesus will capture your heart.Resources:annebarbour.comBilly Graham Evangelistic AssociationSamaritan’s PurseWorld Medical MissionBooks by Anne BarbourThe Savior Has Come: An Advent DevotionalJesus, Love to the End: A Devotional to Prepare Your Heart for EasterThe Fourth Chair: Discovering Your Invitation to Come Home
From her teenage years, Jeanne Willette felt a deep compassion for children with special needs. After coming to faith at nineteen, she was placed in the Sunday School department—where she soon began a class specifically for children with special needs.Years later, Jeanne gave birth to her third child, a beautiful daughter with special needs. This precious gift would launch her into a lifelong ministry—one that serves not only children with disabilities but their parents as well.In these inspiring episodes, Jeanne shares her journey of faith, surrender, and purpose—from her daughter’s diagnosis to her present ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa.If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, these three episodes with Jeanne Willette are must-listens—you will be blessed!Learn more: Limitless Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa MesaContact Jeanne: Jenowillette@gmail.com
From her teenage years, Jeanne Willette felt a deep compassion for children with special needs. After coming to faith at nineteen, she was placed in the Sunday School department—where she soon began a class specifically for children with special needs.Years later, Jeanne gave birth to her third child, a beautiful daughter with special needs. This precious gift would launch her into a lifelong ministry—one that serves not only children with disabilities but their parents as well.In these inspiring episodes, Jeanne shares her journey of faith, surrender, and purpose—from her daughter’s diagnosis to her present ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa.If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, these three episodes with Jeanne Willette are must-listens—you will be blessed!Learn more: Limitless Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa MesaContact Jeanne: Jenowillette@gmail.com
From her teenage years, Jeanne Willette felt a deep compassion for children with special needs. After coming to faith at nineteen, she was placed in the Sunday School department—where she soon began a class specifically for children with special needs.Years later, Jeanne gave birth to her third child, a beautiful daughter with special needs. This precious gift would launch her into a lifelong ministry—one that serves not only children with disabilities but their parents as well.In these inspiring episodes, Jeanne shares her journey of faith, surrender, and purpose—from her daughter’s diagnosis to her present ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa.Resources:If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, these three episodes with Jeanne Willette are must-listens—you will be blessed!Learn more: Limitless Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa MesaContact Jeanne: Jenowillette@gmail.com
From the time Twyla Ludwig received Jesus at age eleven until she left for Africa with her husband and children in 1927, she knew she was called to be a missionary. Twyla learned early on to meet every obstacle, hardship, and impossibility head-on in prayer — she was known for “praying a thing through.”Her life of faith and intercession became a powerful testimony of what God can accomplish through a woman who prays without ceasing. Hear the remarkable story of Twyla Ludwig and how her prayers changed lives across Africa.Resources:Learn more: Mama Was a Missionary by Charles Ludwig (Amazon)
From the time Twyla Ludwig received Jesus at age eleven until she left for Africa with her husband and children in 1927, she knew she was called to be a missionary. Twyla learned early on to meet every obstacle, hardship, and impossibility head-on in prayer — she was known for “praying a thing through.”Her life of faith and intercession became a powerful testimony of what God can accomplish through a woman who prays without ceasing. Hear the remarkable story of Twyla Ludwig and how her prayers changed lives across Africa.Resources:Learn more: Mama Was a Missionary by Charles Ludwig (Amazon)
From the time Twyla Ludwig received Jesus at age eleven until she left for Africa with her husband and children in 1927, she knew she was called to be a missionary. Twyla learned early on to meet every obstacle, hardship, and impossibility head-on in prayer — she was known for “praying a thing through.”Her life of faith and intercession became a powerful testimony of what God can accomplish through a woman who prays without ceasing. Hear the remarkable story of Twyla Ludwig and how her prayers changed lives across Africa.Learn more: Mama Was a Missionary by Charles Ludwig (Amazon)
Stacy’s DeWitt’s astounding ministry to foster children in Ventura and Los Angeles counties began with a simple prayer, “Father, how do you want you use me in this place?” From that point forward God not only placed a burden on her heart fro foster children and foster parents, but also began to open unexpected doors to Stacy and her husband to be able to create the ministry known as James Store House. In this podcast you will hear the amazing story of how James Store House came to be as well as how that ministry continues to minister to foster kids. Stacy DeWitt is down to earth and engaging as she inspires all of us to simply ask, “Father, how would you like to use me in this place?”Resources:Organization: James StorehouseEquipping foster children, aged-out youth, trafficking survivors, and families at risk with critical resources, mentorship, and hope in Christ.Explore how James Storehouse serves the community through emergency provision, prevention initiatives, and long-term mentoring:https://www.jamesstorehouse.org/program-highlightsOpen Table Mentorship ProgramA relational model that surrounds aged-out foster youth with consistent adults for one year, helping them navigate housing, education, and life skills.
Stacy’s DeWitt’s astounding ministry to foster children in Ventura and Los Angeles counties began with a simple prayer, “Father, how do you want you use me in this place?” From that point forward God not only placed a burden on her heart fro foster children and foster parents, but also began to open unexpected doors to Stacy and her husband to be able to create the ministry known as James Store House. In this podcast you will hear the amazing story of how James Store House came to be as well as how that ministry continues to minister to foster kids. Stacy DeWitt is down to earth and engaging as she inspires all of us to simply ask, “Father, how would you like to use me in this place?”Resources:Organization: James StorehouseEquipping foster children, aged-out youth, trafficking survivors, and families at risk with critical resources, mentorship, and hope in Christ.Explore how James Storehouse serves the community through emergency provision, prevention initiatives, and long-term mentoring:https://www.jamesstorehouse.org/program-highlightsOpen Table Mentorship ProgramA relational model that surrounds aged-out foster youth with consistent adults for one year, helping them navigate housing, education, and life skills.Connect with James StorehouseWebsite: www.jamesstorehouse.orgFacebook: facebook.com/jamesstorehousecaliforniaInstagram: @jamesstorehouseLinkedIn (Stacy DeWitt): linkedin.com/in/stacy-dewitt
Maud Kells was born in Northern Ireland and grew up on a farm where church was more of a tradition than a heartfelt commitment. After coming to faith in Christ, she shocked her parents by announcing her call to the mission field.When it came time for her placement, Maud asked to go to one of the most dangerous and unstable countries in the world — the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite facing rebel attacks, robberies, and primitive conditions, Maud flourished among the Congolese people she came to love so deeply.Her story is a powerful reminder of what God can do through a life fully surrendered to Him.
Maud Kells was born in Northern Ireland and grew up on a farm where church was more of a tradition than a heartfelt commitment. After coming to faith in Christ, she shocked her parents by announcing her call to the mission field.When it came time for her placement, Maud asked to go to one of the most dangerous and unstable countries in the world — the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite facing rebel attacks, robberies, and primitive conditions, Maud flourished among the Congolese people she came to love so deeply.Her story is a powerful reminder of what God can do through a life fully surrendered to Him.
Maud Kells was born in Northern Ireland and grew up on a farm where church was more of a tradition than a heartfelt commitment. After coming to faith in Christ, she shocked her parents by announcing her call to the mission field.When it came time for her placement, Maud asked to go to one of the most dangerous and unstable countries in the world — the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite facing rebel attacks, robberies, and primitive conditions, Maud flourished among the Congolese people she came to love so deeply.Her story is a powerful reminder of what God can do through a life fully surrendered to Him.
Maud Kells was born in Northern Ireland and grew up on a farm. For her family, church was simply a tradition, but not a heartfelt commitment. After she received Christ, she shocked her parents when she told them she felt called to go to the mission field. When it came time for Maud’s placement, she asked to go to one of the most dangerous and unstable countries in the world— the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite setbacks, rebel attacks, robbers, and primitive conditions, Maud flourished in the Congo among the Congolese people she loved so much. Her story will inspire you.
Gina Aguilar did not come to faith until she was already a full fledged Los Angeles cop! However, once she came to Christ, there was no turning back. God not only protected her while she served for over twenty years, but He also brought love and a new ministry into her life. Gina’s story is not only fascinating, but she also will share a few tips for women’s safety she learned as an LA cop!
Gina Aguilar did not come to faith until she was already a full fledged Los Angeles cop! However, once she came to Christ, there was no turning back. God not only protected her while she served for over twenty years, but He also brought love and a new ministry into her life. Gina’s story is not only fascinating, but she also will share a few tips for women’s safety she learned as an LA cop!
Sharon Markey, even at a young age and in spite of great tragedy, chose to walk with Jesus. From her youth, she had a profound intimacy with Jesus that stayed with her through college. She knew she wanted to serve the Lord on the mission field. She did not know how or where, but God would make His way clear to Sharon through a series of unexpected, providential, and outright humorous events. Join us as we listen to Sharon talk about how God met her as a young child, led her through her formative years, surprised her with true love, melded her into a wonderful family of missionaries, and worked powerfully through her and her husband in the Ukraine. You won’t want to miss these episodes!https://sharontmarkey.com/
Sharon Markey, even at a young age and in spite of great tragedy, chose to walk with Jesus. From her youth, she had a profound intimacy with Jesus that stayed with her through college. She knew she wanted to serve the Lord on the mission field. She did not know how or where, but God would make His way clear to Sharon through a series of unexpected, providential, and outright humorous events. Join us as we listen to Sharon talk about how God met her as a young child, led her through her formative years, surprised her with true love, melded her into a wonderful family of missionaries, and worked powerfully through her and her husband in the Ukraine. You won’t want to miss these episodes!https://sharontmarkey.com/
Sharon Markey, even at a young age and in spite of great tragedy, chose to walk with Jesus. From her youth, she had a profound intimacy with Jesus that stayed with her through college. She knew she wanted to serve the Lord on the mission field. She did not know how or where, but God would make His way clear to Sharon through a series of unexpected, providential, and outright humorous events. Join us as we listen to Sharon talk about how God met her as a young child, led her through her formative years, surprised her with true love, melded her into a wonderful family of missionaries, and worked powerfully through her and her husband in the Ukraine. You won’t want to miss these episodes!Resource: https://sharontmarkey.com/
Pam Clark is an unassuming woman who at a time when she planned on slowing down, was thrust into a ministry with young, vulnerable girls in Africa. Her story will inspire you to simply take the next step toward obedience to God and then see where that path will take you.
























just found this podcast, best to listen on the commute to work!
I love learning about all the many ways God has worked in the lives of women over the centuries! in so thankful for this podcast.
I love to listen to this while I work! I feel like I'm in a room with good friends listening to the awesome ways the Lord has used women throughout history. I absolutely love Cheryl and Jasmine!
I am binging this podcast! it's my favorite but far. love the length of the episodes and also the dialogue that is informative by not overly "chatty", thank you for this amazing resource to strengthen our faith!