Significant Women with Carol McLeod | Carol Mcleod Ministries

In Entrusted to Lead, Pastor Donna Pisani draws on over four decades of experience to offer a biblical perspective of women in leadership that considers their role an entrusted assignment rather than just an entitled position.  Generations of confusion have kept women from answering God’s call to lead, depriving God’s kingdom of crucial gifts and abilities. Entrusted to Lead shows women what it looks like to lead with confidence in the workplace and in ministry—and why Jesus always wanted women to have a seat at the table.Listen in for another wonderful conversation with Carol McLeod!Connect with Donna and order her new book at https://www.donnapisani.org/ Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Carol McLeod welcomes a new friend to today’s episode of the Significant Women Podcast! Johanna Janssen was born in southern Ontario among rolling vineyards, fragrant orchards and strawberry patches, where in winter, the sunlight glints off the snow. Before this, her parents left the shores of the Netherlands, boarded the S.S. Waterman with three young children for Halifax harbor, leaving family, friends and most of their belongings behind.Johanna, now a retired nurse, writes inspirational fiction that fights for joy in the dark pages of history. The passing down of faith, of core values, throughout the generations and how that looks through fiction, inspires her work, which is loosely based on her parents’ journey through WW2 that eventually led them to Canada. The faith those early settlers took with them across the waters to the new land is what kept them. That same faith now inspires Johanna’s writing.Connect with Johanna at https://johannajanssen.com/ Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

On today’s show, Carol welcomes back another dear friend, Dr. Michelle Bengtson! Michelle is a certified  neuropsychologist who lives to break the grip of anxiety and fear, foster regeneration, and renew life in her readers and listeners. From her own personal cancer experience and professional clinical expertise she recognizes in her life and others’ both the brokenness that attends life, and the concrete steps we can take as we walk with Christ. Dr. Bengtson’s newest book is titled Sacred Scars, and is an exploration of the encouraging truth that past pain and brokenness can serve as preparation for what God wants to do in and through his children if we’ll only surrender to and trust in him.Just as Jesus's scars didn't disappear after his resurrection, our scars tell our story and lend credence to our testimony of the love and power of God. If you are ready to turn your past pain into present comfort and future hope, let Dr. Bengtson be your compassionate guide.Connect with Michelle and order Sacred Scars at https://drmichellebengtson.com/ Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

On today’s episode of the Significant Women podcast Carol brings back a dear friend with a new book to share! Billie Jauss is the author of Baseball Family: Nine Core Qualities for Developing Healthy Relationships, as well as a tenured Baseball wife and mother. In the book and in today’s show Billie shares some of the lessons and ideas she’s learned about relationships from years in the world of professional baseball. Lean in and listen!Connect with Billie and order Baseball Family at https://www.billiejauss.com/  Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Join Carol McLeod on today’s episode for an encouraging conversation with prolific and talented author Shelley Shepard Gray! Shelley is a NY Times best-selling author of over 100 books, many of them falling into the category of ‘Amish Fiction’. Listen in to learn more about Shelley’s life, why she ended up writing about the Amish, and the joys of being a grandmother. Connect with Shelley and order her books at https://shelleyshepardgray.com/  Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Welcome back to the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod! Today’s episode features a guest with a unique story: Raeanne Newquist, Mercy Ships spokeswoman. Raeanne has seen God move in her life time and again, and particularly through the world changing ministry of Mercy Ships, traveling hospitals bringing much needed medical care alongside the message of the Gospel to many of the world’s most needy. Listen in to learn more! Connect with Mercy Ships at https://www.mercyships.org/ Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Today’s guest on the Significant Women Podcast is Barbara Wright, a new author with a lifetime of experience serving Jesus and plenty of thrilling stories to share! Join Carol McLeod for an interview ranging from  Barbara’s coming to faith through the Jesus movement to her missions experience on a reservation to her new calling as an author following her husband’s passing. It’s an episode you won’t want to miss!Connect with Barbara at www.barbaratwright.comConnect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Welcome back to the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod. On today’s show Carol is joined by prolific author of over 250 books, Melody Carlson! Melody’s most recent book is coming in right in time for early Christmas shopping and is titled ‘The Christmas Tree Farm.” Listen in to be inspired by Melody’s story.Order The Christmas Tree Farm from Baker Book House at https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/579828Connect with Melody on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/melodycarlsonauthor/Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw   Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Welcome back to the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod! On today’s show Carol is joined by best selling author Lynette Eason, whose latest book is titled ‘Target Acquired.” Lynette writes fiction in a unique and intriguing genre - romantic suspense! Listen in to hear her story and the ways her faith in Jesus shapes her writing.Order Target Acquired from Baker Book House at https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/553563Connect with Lynette at lynetteeason.comConnect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

On today’s episode of the Significant Women Podcast, Carol McLeod is thrilled to welcome Rebekah Weigel, writer and producer of Angel Studios film, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot. Rebekah is a mom to 5, including 2 fostered and adopted children, and has a heart to see the church care for those most vulnerable in our culture. Through the medium of film Rebekah and her husband Joshua Weigel have had a wonderful opportunity to share a message of hope around the world! Listen in to hear Rebekah’s story.Learn more about PeaceTree Productions at https://www.peacetreeproductions.com/Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Welcome back to the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod! Today Carol is joined by Emily T. Wierenga, author of the memoirs God Who Became Bread, Atlas Girl, Making It Home, as well as the self-help resource Chasing Silhouettes: How to Help a Loved One Battling an Eating Disorder.  In 2014, she was used by God to establish The Lulu Tree Foundation, a nonprofit that operates in villages around the world, equipping families to become sustainable through the local church. She is passionate about advocating for the poor and loves traveling to Africa and doing church at a local mental health drop-in center.A former anorexic who nearly starved to death, Emily longed for more—the more she’d glimpsed during her childhood in the Congo, surrounded by vibrant faith. When all she had was dry religion she craved a Communion that was more than an empty ritual. Listen in to hear her story.Connect with Emily at https://emilytwierenga.comOrder God Who Became Bread: A True Story of Starving, Feasting, and Feeding Others on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ASkC8BConnect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Damaging and unhealthy messages about body image bombard us on a daily basis. Turn on the tv, scroll on your phone, or see a magazine cover in the grocery store, and you will be confronted with the latest fad diet, the newest way to drop 10 pounds, and the miracle cream that will make you look ten years younger. As a Christian, you might wonder, does God actually care how I eat? Or if I exercise? My guest today is Stacy Reaoch, author of the new book, Beautiful Freedom: How the Bible Shapes Your View of Appearance, Food and Fitness. Her fresh take on stewarding our bodies as a gift from God might change your perspective on health and wellness. Let’s lean in and listen. Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

This season on the Significant Women podcast, I have had the privilege to get to know so many of my favorite Christian fiction authors. As many of you know, Christian fiction was my escape when my children were young and we were in the midst of homeschooling. It transported me to a different place and time, and gave me a host of new “friends” to meet and stories to explore. My guest today is Angela Hunt, an award-winning and best-selling author of Biblical fiction whose own story might surprise you. Lean in and listen as we get to know her.  Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

As you already know, I am a fan of Christian fiction, and as a believer in Jesus Christ, I am compelled to support those authors and artists who are creating God-honoring content in a broken culture. My guest today is bestselling author Rachel Hauck who has been penning heartwarming and inspiring Christian Fiction for nearly thirty years. She’s just released a novel that takes us back to the 80s! Lean in and listen as we get to know her. Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

What do you do when you feel forgotten by God? My guest today is Jenna Goldsmith who is going to share her incredible story of how God turned a tragic situation into a triumph. If you feel like God has forgotten you or like He is being silent in your life, lean in and listen. Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

We know that Scripture calls us to renew our minds, but what does that actually look like in real life? My guest today is Dr. Alan Weissenbacher who is going to help us understand the incredible power of our brain’s plasticity – how it can change, reorganize and rewire. It’s a simple, powerful capability we can harness to convert harmful thoughts and behaviors into helpful ones, allowing us to shape and reshape who we are and who we can become. If you want to improve your mental health, strengthen your spiritual life, and learn how to produce Christlike character, lean in and listen.  Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Did you know that reading fiction increases empathy, creativity, communication skills, and your ability to reason? If you are someone who thinks reading fiction is a waste of time, today’s episode is going to challenge those assumptions and show you what happens when fiction meets faith. My guests today are prolific historical fiction authors Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse, and they are going to prove to you why fiction matters. Lean in and listen as we get to know them and the heart of their ministry.  Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Jesus loved to use stories to communicate Biblical truth, and I think that’s one of the reasons I love Christian historical fiction authors so much. We can learn about God and ourselves through the stories they create. We can be transported to different times and different places, and we can see ourselves and God’s redemptive plan across time. My guest today, Ann Gabhart, is a best-selling author who has been creating memorable stories for over twenty years, and her latest book, The Song of Sourwood Mountain, takes us to the dawn of the twentieth century in Eastern Kentucky with the story of Mira. Her story reminds us all of the unexpected blessings that can come when we dare to give up control of our lives to God. Lean in and listen as we get to know Ann Gabhart and the heart of her latest book.  Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Legacy ChangerDo you feel stuck in cycles of brokenness? Many of us unknowingly repeat the mistakes of our parents and grandparents, passing on pain and suffering. My guest today, Kristen Hallinan, reminds us that no matter what has happened in the past or what mess you might be in today, you are not destined to carry on your family’s wounds, unhealthy behaviors, or toxic relationships. It doesn’t have to be this way. Your legacy can be different, and the change starts with you. Lean in and listen as we dive into this great conversation. Connect with Kristen Hallinan at https://www.kristenhallinan.com/ Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw

Life Is Messy, God Is GoodEach day we are given the opportunity to live with meaning and significance as we acknowledge our struggles and then surrender them to Jesus. My guest today, Cynthia Yanof, knows how sloppy, slippery, and downright hard life can be. But as she reminds us, God’s not surprised when we drop the ball, lose our cool, or struggle to put our Spanx on in the morning. He can use our ridiculous messes and even the really difficult I-didn’t-sign-up-for-this losses to shape us. Lean in and listen as we dive into this great conversation. Connect with Cynthia Yanof at https://cynthiayanof.com/ Connect with Carol at https://www.carolmcleodministries.com/ or email her at carolmcleod@carolmcleodministries.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolmcleodministriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolmcleodministriesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQE6z9U5VR9tjoJB1NAsgMw