Ministers' Spouses

God: The “New Thing” Maker!

Jan 6, 2016

This past summer, Ryan and I were given a used dining table from a relative. It was beautiful, simple and had "good bones." But I thought it could use a little updating, like a new stain color on top and maybe a little paint on the bottom. 

Do you have Christmas expectations?

Dec 9, 2015

The turkey buzz is over. This week alone we have five Christmas parties! I am tired just making my checklist of what to bring to each party, what to wear, scheduling childcare, etc ... 

How to practice healthy boundaries

Nov 18, 2015

In the 1990's, when my dad was a pastor, he and my mom set certain boundaries they fiercely protected both at home and church. There were no cell phones around us at that time.

How to deal with conflict

Nov 11, 2015

Before my husband was a pastor, I had my ideas about pastors' wives. I figured they were more spiritual than the average person. That they were better at dealing with conflict.

Encouragement to operate on faith

Nov 4, 2015

As long as I can remember, my mother validated her life by operating on faith. I was told that if you truly believed with all your heart that God is able, He will keep His promises.

Why it is important to live life with intentionality

Oct 21, 2015

I'm not an athlete by any stretch of the imagination. However, I was challenged about ten years ago by a friend to give running a try. "Running?" I asked. 

How to embrace your place

Oct 14, 2015

Most of our lives in the ministry, we have lived in places not readily recognized by many people. 

When God has a bigger plan

Oct 7, 2015

I wanted to become a preacher's wife; to be just like our preacher's wife, Ms. Nelda, whose face was kind. Her husband was well-spoken and always jolly.

Why you should never say never

Sep 23, 2015

Growing up, we would pass through Houston on the way to my aunt's house in Texas City.

How to choose the perfect ministry outfit

Sep 16, 2015

One spring afternoon in Fort Worth, Texas, I roamed aimlessly around Dillard's, focused intently on finding the perfect "ministry outfit." 

It’s All About the Maintenance

Sep 3, 2015

With just a glance my way you can immediately see that I didn't spend much of my young adulthood taking care of my body.

How to love your Search Committee

Aug 26, 2015

Whatever staff position you and your husband serve in your church (or have served in), chances are you probably worked with a Search Committee.

Demonstrating your best gift for the church

Aug 12, 2015

Every day at my house there will be any number of boo boos and tears. With four small children, one or more of them will invariably stub a toe, bump a head or get swiped in the face with a foam sword by one of their siblings. 

How to handle opportunities when they come our way

Jul 22, 2015

Choosing opportunities is an everyday, life-long process. "Have you been praying?" are words I will never forget that have helped me make decisions, and rely on God.

Don't Lose the Wonder

Jun 17, 2015

Once upon a time, my husband was the guest preacher at a church and we sat at the front, near a staff member. 

Giving Back

Jun 3, 2015

As you know, there are many expectations of a minister's wife, but none more important than she have a growing relationship with the Lord, a powerful prayer life and an erudite knowledge of the Scriptures.

Your Piece Matters

Apr 8, 2015

Several years ago, we took a family vacation to the mountains. In the lobby of our hotel, the manager had set up a table with a large jigsaw puzzle.