When She Leads

In this episode, Brenda has a candid and uncut conversation with author and theologian Rebecca McLaughlin about the compelling goodness of Jesus, local church ministry, work-life balance, and Christ’s heart for the larger Church. Rebecca is the author of several notable books including Confronting Christianity, 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity, Jesus Through The Eyes of Women and, most recently, Does the Bible Affirm Same-Sex Relationships? Rebecca holds a Ph.D. in Renaissance Literature from Cambridge University and a theology degree from Oak Hill College in London. She will be joining us for the When She Leads West Coast Conference this October 18 & 19 in Murrieta, CA. Check out Rebecca McLaughlin's podcast! - "The Confronting Christianity Podcast" We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with Christlike humility by the power of the Spirit. ⁠rebeccamclaughlin.org⁠ whensheleads.org --- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, Brenda, Rosemary, and Kelly talk through their various experiences of ministry, work, and family life balance. There are specific challenges when you walk and serve in ministry partnership and leadership. These challenges can create a "fishbowl" experience where you feel like every part of your life is on display. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, Brenda and Kelly talk through their processes and styles of writing bible study curriculums and tackle these questions: Can anyone write them? What is essential? What are the different styles and what should be the goal? What does the process look like and how do you get started? We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, Brenda, Rosemary, and Kelly talk through their various experiences of learning valuable and tough lessons early in their respective ministries. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, Brenda talks with Faith Wake, Worship Director at Reliance Church, about her recent teaching through 2 Corinthians 8 and “Gospel Math.” They discuss the generosity of God that leads us to be generous to one another, even in the midst of hardship and poverty. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, Brenda, Kelly, and Rosemary talk through the many problems with seeking, prioritizing or being consumed by perfectionism. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. Resources: Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box by The Arbinger Institute Letting Go of Perfect: Women, Expectations, and Authenticity by Amy Spiegel ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, Brenda interviews Krista Fox and her son, Aidan Fox about navigating the tumultuous season of a child walking away from the Lord. Krista and Aidan share their respective experiences, and how compassion, boundaries, grace, and open-handed trust in the Lord can guide prodigals and their parents through that season. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, Brenda and Krista talk with Christie Duff (The Garden Fellowship) about how we should approach confrontation and conversation with leaders who have authority over us in ministry. The conversation also covers how we should be accessible, humble, and hospitable when others seek to confront us as leaders in ministries. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. Resources: The Garden Fellowship ⁠Reliance Church⁠ The Tale of Three Kings - Gene Edwards No Greater Love - Rebecca McLaughlin Uncommon Ground - Timothy Keller Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at your Table - Louie Giglio Timothy Keller Podcast - Proverbs Series Boundaries - Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, Brenda talks with Tami Peña and Jasmine Boucher about their various experiences, team dynamics, procedures, and processes for overseeing children's ministries and departments. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. Resources: Calvary Murrieta Reliance Church Group Publishing Curriculum Grace Curriculum Trueway Kids Saddleback Kids Bible Project Calvary Curriculum Focus on the Family - Parenting Children's Ministry ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, Brenda, Kelly, and Rosemary discuss the of various forms of comparisons in ministry and if they are beneficial or harmful. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, we are sharing content from the Breaking New Ground live event in Longmont, Colorado from May 2023. This episode was from a main session teaching from Rosemary Cady on "Jesus, Friend of Sinners". We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, we are sharing an episode that Brenda and Krista had done with Brian Kelly from the Cultivate Church Planting Podcast. This conversation centers on the contributions that women make in the roles of church planting, the challenges women can face in leadership, and how to better equip women for ministry. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads ---- Also featured on this episode -- MADE Creative Conference A conference for creatives. MADE is a two-day creative conference designed to provide a space for church artists and technicians to explore the intersection of theology and art, foster relationships with like-minded creatives, and be equipped to serve Christ and the Church in their local context. Register today at madecreativeconference.com

In this episode, we are sharing content from the Breaking New Ground live event from October 2022. This episode was from a main session taught by Brenda Leavenworth on "Breaking New Ground in our Hearts - Have your Way". We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, we are sharing content from the Breaking New Ground live event in Longmont, Colorado from May 2023. This episode was from a main session teaching from Kelly Bell on "Breaking New Ground in our Community". We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, we are sharing content from the Breaking New Ground live event from October 2022. This episode was from a breakout session hosted by Brenda Leavenworth on "Propagating Leadership: Developing Leaders and Servants". We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, we are sharing content from the Breaking New Ground live event from October 2022. This episode was from a breakout session hosted by Kelly Bell on "Social Justice and the Church". We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, we are sharing content from the Breaking New Ground live event from October 2022. This episode was from a breakout session hosted by Krista Fox on "Victory in Trauma". Krista's Presentation Slides We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, we are joined by Rosemary Cady and Krista Fox as we discuss establishing Gospel culture within our church ministry. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to serve with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, we are sharing content from the Breaking New Ground live event from October 2022. This episode was from a breakout session hosted by Ashly Czaja on "Reaching Gen Z". We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to lead with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads

In this episode, we are joined by Sara Holliday and Ashly Czaja as we talk through the unique joys and challenges of navigating life with Christ and serving in ministry as a young pastor's wife. We pray that this conversation encourages you to continue to serve with humility and transparency by the filling and empowerment of the Spirit. ---- When She Leads is a podcast for women in ministry hosted by Brenda Leavenworth, Krista Fox, Rosemary Cady, and Kelly Bell. Email us at whensheleadspodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @whensheleads