I get asked all the time, “How do I avoid ministry burnout?” or “What do I do when I start feeling burned out?” Ministry burnout is real, and it happens
Staying Rooted in the Word as a Ministry Leader (Part 1)
A Note from Mary Margaret West: Over the next few weeks, you’re going to hear from Rebecca on ways for you as a leader to stay focused and in the
Speak the Truth in Love
Over the last couple of months, I’ve had the opportunity to teach groups of women and teen girls, and God keeps reminding me to speak the truth in love. Ephesians
Come and See
I’ve been reading through the New Testament with my church, and was so captivated a couple of weeks ago in the book of John. I’ve read through the Gospels so
Watch and Pray
A Note from Mary Margaret West: Rebecca is spot on in this post today. Don’t miss out on what is a crucial part of your ministry! The role of a
Girls Ministry Basics: Working with Men
One of the greatest joys over my career in Student Ministry has been working alongside good, godly men who have pointed me to Jesus. It truly has been a privilege,
Cultivating a Heart for Missions
A Note from Mary Margaret West: There’s no doubt that engaging with missions is life-changing for students. No matter where you and the girls you lead are, you can be
The Perfect Path
Maybe it’s just my girls, but I don’t think so. I bet it’s spreading like wildfire among not only teenage girls in general but among churchgoing girls in particular: the
Needing a New Want
A note from Mary Margaret West: I love Leslie’s heart for teenage girls. She serves as a volunteer leader in her church, and has been so faithful to encourage and
Finding Rest as a Leader
This time of year feels like it’s anything but restful. I’m really involved at my church and my husband is on staff, so we’ve been crazy busy the last few