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Dive into the captivating journey of a young woman who breaks free from the constraints of her family life, embarking on a quest for self-discovery and feminist ideals. Written by an author with a rich tapestry of experiences—from Australia to England, marriage in Germany, and a new life in the United States—this tale blends humor and disillusionment. Set just before World War I, it carries a touch of autobiography that will resonate with anyone seeking to understand the complexities of identity and freedom. (Summary by JCarson)

In this uplifting and often humorous book, Gloria Furman offers pastors’ wives a breath of fresh air, reminding listeners that Christ stands ready to help regardless of the circumstance—whether it’s late-night counseling sessions, unrealistic expectations about how they spend their time, or complaints about their husbands’ preaching.

Ingebor Bullivant, the put-upon daughter of the Bishop of Redchester, suddenly rebels and takes a week's tour to Lucerne. Constantly in the company of a ponderous German pastor, she is put into a quandary when he proposes marriage. Faced with her father's wrath on her return, she accepts Herr Dremmel with simple relief. But as a pastor's wife in East Prussia, she finds she has merely exchanged one set of rules for another...

Sabina Wurmbrand's husband, Pastor Richard Wurmbrand, was abducted off the streets of Bucharest, Romania, as he walked to church on February 29, 1948. With her husband's whereabouts and condition still unknown, Sabina was soon arrested because of her faith and Christian witness. In The Pastor's Wife, Sabina tells the story of how she and Richard, both atheistic Jews, came to faith in Christ and served as His powerful witnesses while imprisoned by Communist Romanian authorities.

Maura Sullivan never intended to set foot in Granger, Ohio, again. But when circumstances force her to return, she must face all the disappointments she tried so hard to leave behind: a husband who ignored her, a congregation she couldn’t please, and a God who took away everything she ever loved. Nick Shepherd thought he had put the past behind him until the day his estranged wife walked back into town.

As a pastor's wife for 25 years, Beth Allison Barr has lived with assumptions about what she should do and who she should be. In Becoming the Pastor's Wife, Barr draws on that experience and her expertise as a historian to trace the history of the role of the pastor's wife, showing how it both helped and hurt women in conservative Protestant traditions. While they gained an important leadership role, it came at a deep cost: losing independent church leadership opportunities that existed throughout most of church history and strengthening a gender hierarchy that prioritized male careers.

What could possibly drive a pastor's wife to run away from home? After years of frustration from life in a church fishbowl, Annie McGregor walks away from it all and boards a plane for Colorado. She has no way of knowing her college sweetheart is headed to the same cabin in the Rockies, terrified and gravely wounded. Their unexpected reunion couldn't have come at a worse time. Or could it? Bewildered that God would allow Michael Dean to walk back into her life, Annie pleads with Him to keep her heart true.

In a world that expects near perfection from people in ministry, it is hard to be honest about struggles of being a pastor's wife or a woman in ministry—let alone have a sense of humor about it! In their popular podcast, Pastors' Wives Tell All, Jessica Taylor, Stephanie Gilbert, and Jenna Allen create a safe place for pastors' wives and women in ministry to be their most authentic selves. Now they're bringing their wit and wisdom to women through the spoken word.

A Podcast By Pastors’ Wives For Church Leaders And Anyone Desiring To Take A Peek Inside Our Glass House. Breaking Down Walls Within The Church And Crushing Pastor Wifey Stereotypes With A Little Bit Of Ministry Therapy And A Whole Lot Of Jesus… Plus Epic Belly Laughs!

Join us for raw and honest conversations where we'll pull back the curtain on ministry life, and delve into the messy realities of faith, family, the demands of serving others, and everything in between.

Every pastor's wife is a faithful servant and leader in her own right. She has great influence on her church, her community, her family, and her husband, and she finds joy in seeing God move in the lives of others. Yet she also faces unique challenges that too often go unnoticed and unaddressed.

Podcast by Pastor Wife Potluck

We are a team of pastor's wives seeking to encourage, equip, and connect each other and other pastor's wives.

Share in my journey of struggle and how I’ve held tight to my faith despite dealing with significant health issues. If you have a story to share of your own life struggle or wish for prayer, please email me at formerpastorwife@outlook.com. You can support my ministry through my subscriptions page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2168312/supporters/new your support helps me continue sharing the lessons God has taught me. 

The Pastor Wife Life Podcast exists to encourage pastors' wives to embrace their God-given platform with confidence and joy, inspire them to discover God's vision for their pastor wife life, and boldly step into their purpose.

Being a youth pastor’s wife is tough, isn’t it?You’re trying to balance ministry and family. You’re feeling the pressure to be perfect. You’re dealing with teenagers all the time. You’re trying to lead a small group. You’re struggling to find time to rest. You’re feeling overwhelmed, overlooked, and over-committed.Like I said, it’s a tough job. And on top of that, it can also feel lonely because being a youth pastor’s wife has a unique set of challenges compared to what other ministry wives might face. In this podcast, you will learn how to navigate those challenges that ...

Inside view of a pastor's wife.

This will not be "your mother's" polite pastor's wife discussion. Two long time church ministry leaders, going by the aliases Charli and Jenny, talk about everything from how much church can suck to how weird life is when you're expected to be a super human. Whether you are a current or former church leader or participant or are just curious about the underbelly of church leadership culture, you're welcome and safe here. This podcast is NOT for: kids, religious zealots, ultra sensitive church lovers, or people who just aren't willing to accept that church really sucks behind the curtain. ...

Silently Bleeding: Hope for the Pastor's Wife with Jan McIntyre. Silently Bleeding: Hope for the Pastor's Wife podcast is designed to encourage pastors' wives of all denominations and cultures. Life in the ministry can be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling, but it can also be painful and lonely. Between interviews with other pastors' wives and short, encouraging words, this podcast explores many different aspects of being a pastor's wife. This is a place for hope and encouragement. You are not alone my friend.

GodsyGirl Podcast: A Faith-Filled Journey for Christian Women & Pastor’s Wives Looking for a podcast about faith that speaks to your heart? Want something that fits in the category ”Christian podcast women?” This is it!The GodsyGirl Podcast is a must-listen for Christian women, pastors’ wives, and believers seeking encouragement, biblical wisdom, and real-life inspiration. Each episode dives into Christian topics like spiritual growth, ministry life, overcoming challenges, and trusting God in every season. Join Terri from GodsyGirl.com as she shares faith-filled insights to help you ...