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Amanda had the opportunity to sit down with two of our SBC state partners at Southeast Conclave this past January. The goal of the conversation was to hear what they are seeing with teen girls, women in youth ministry, and the gaps of girls ministry. This interview with Dan Gibson and Lee Myers was so fun and so sweet, and we are so grateful for their partnership and commitment to reaching teen girls and championing women in youth ministry in Missouri and Louisiana (and beyond)!

If you serve in an SBC church and want to meet the Next Gen specialist for your state, we'd love to help get you connected! Just reach out to us at girls.ministry@lifeway.com.

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The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt has become a popular book among parents, leaders, and anyone investing in the next generation. And while Haidt isn't a believer, the statistics he shares about the connection between phone-based childhood and anxiety is worth looking at. The impact we are seeing with teens (especially teen girls) is undeniable.

However, we'd be mistaken to say social media and phones is only a teenager problem. Let's talk about the costs that come with these things and boundaries that we can put into place... today.

Don't worry, we'll be back in Season 7 for part 2! In the meantime, grab your own copy and let us know what you're learning. Feedback and questions can be sent to girls.ministry@lifeway.com.

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You know the drill—one text says, “Pray for my math test,” and the next is a tearful call about a family falling apart. Sometimes the prayer request list keeps growing with no end in sight. In this episode, we’re talking about how to care deeply without carrying every burden like it’s ours alone. Let’s laugh a little, sigh a lot, and lean into the God who’s actually in charge of it all.

We are grateful to have prayer warrior, teen girl leader, and Corinne's MOM(!) here with us today. Jill Olund is someone everyone needs to know, because spoiler alert: she's someone we can all learn so much from.

For questions and feedback, reach out to girls.ministry@lifeway.com.

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In this powerful second part of our prayer series, we sit down with Heather Norvell, who serves as the Women’s Minister at Long Hollow Church in Hendersonville, TN. Heather brings deep wisdom and encouragement as we dive into the five essential prayers every leader in ministry should be praying. This conversation is packed with biblical truth, wisdom, and authenticity that will transform your prayer life as a woman leading in youth ministry.

The Grateful Prayer Journal

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Welcome to part 1 of our three part series on PRAYER! Kicking off the series with our brand new Lifeway Girls author, Josephine Rose. This first episode sets the stage of how to reframe our prayer lives into a conversation with God, rather than some religious checklist item.

Being in ministry can make prayer feel like another obligation, but let's not forget that it's the Creator of the universe who simply wants to talk to us!

For feedback or questions, email girls.ministry@lifeway.com.

Resource Highlight: Talking to God

One of the best parts of finding community among women in youth ministry is the feeling that you're not alone! (and you're not crazy either...) Sometimes the lives we live seem too comical to be real, so why not be in good company, laugh together, and enjoy stories told by other women in ministry.

We might just have the best, craziest, greatest jobs on the planet!

Have a story you want to share with our audience? Click this link!

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If we are going to be women who prioritize real, authentic relationships, we have to be willing to have honest conversations with those close to us.

In this episode, we’ll talk about who should be in your close circle, how to move beyond surface-level conversations, and what it looks like to truly validate and support friends in tough seasons. Most importantly, we’ll challenge ourselves to be vulnerable enough to answer, “How are you?” with honesty.

If you’re ready to grow deeper in your relationships, let's get started!

Here's your homework from this episode: check on your people! Find a friend to reach out to and connect with them in a real, authentic way.

For feedback or questions, reach out to us at girls.ministry@lifeway.com.

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Every single day we make hundreds of decisions that impact our jobs, families, and ministries. But how do we discern the leading of the Spirit of God when there is no clear answer?

Join us as we unpack practical ways to seek wisdom, recognize the Holy Spirit’s guidance, and navigate tough decisions with confidence. Whether you're hiring a new leader, planning an event, or wrestling with ministry challenges, this conversation will help you lean into discernment and trust God's direction.

Resource Highlight: James, a Bible Study for Teen Girls

For questions or feedback, please reach out to us at girls.ministry@lifeway.com.