By God’s grace, he saved me when I was seven years old. There’s never been a time in my life when I haven’t been actively involved in the local church,
Thoughts on the Girl who Doesn’t Wanna Be at Church
Have you ever wondered what to do with the girl sitting by herself, away from the group, who does not want to engage? Maybe you’re struggling with a group of
Teaching Girls to Reach Out
A Note from Mary Margaret West: I’m already raising my hand at the question that Nikki poses below. Teen girls can be brutal, but we have the privilege of helping
Talking to Girls About Boundaries
A Note from Mary Margaret West: If you haven’t had a conversation with a teen girl about boundaries, just wait. These can be hard conversations, but Kate gives us some
I Choose to Be Here
A Note from Mary Margaret West: We all long to belong somewhere. As students move, go off to college, and make other life transitions, we have to be leaders who
5 Facts of Fatherlessness
A Note from Mary Margaret West: Emily Katherine’s honesty and vulnerability are all over today’s post, and I’m really grateful for her willingness to share from her experience. While you
Hard Conversations
A Note from Mary Margaret West: As women who lead and love teen girls, hard conversations are inevitably a part of the equation. As we point girls towards Jesus, we
How to Help Her Through a Break-Up
A Note from Mary Margaret West: We’ve all been there, or we’re all going to be there. Walking through delicate situations is one of the most fundamental (but hard!) parts
Emotional First Aid
A Note from Mary Margaret West: I’m so thankful for women like Shelley whose expertise is so critical as we lead girls. As a licensed professional counselor and student pastor’s
Engaging with Emotions
A Note from Mary Margaret West: Teenage girls’ emotions are no joke! I’m so thankful for Megan’s perspective. She’s a biblical counselor and has some really helpful insight for us
