Reflections of a PW

Next month Marc and I will celebrate our 1st year at WABC. Its been a wild rollercoaster of a ride. Most of the time its been fairly enjoyable. I can honestly say I have learned a lot about being in leadership (the good, the bad and the ugly...although truth be told I probably learned that little lesson long before coming to WABC). The one thing I wasn't prepared for was the time that it would take away from my marriage and family. For years I have been trying to turn my front porch into this little sanctuary. This week we finally finished it (well, minus a few details here and there). But this morning my dreams of serving Marc breakfast on the front porch went out the window when I woke up to cold chilly rain.

That is the same way ministry is sometimes (cold and chilly). When I imagined becoming a PW years ago I had the wrong interpretation of leadership and of my role as as PW. Back then a PW just showed up on Sunday in her best outfit, wearing her best hat, and basically just smiled, and nodded her head when spoken to. Over the years I started to look at this position in a different way. I saw the potential to actually connect with women in a meaningful way. Not to just be served, but serve. What I didn't expect was the loneliness I would feel. Having grown up in church I was always surrounded by family, and in most cases around really good friends. That was until a few years ago when Marc and I begin working at GMZ. We had "friends", but know one close that we hung out with. Most of our close friends are at different churches, and are busy with their own church/family responsibilities. Having talked to several other ministers wives I know I am not alone. Thankfully there are several resources out there now that offer encouragement to this very special club. I though I would share a few (just in case you don't know about them).

There are several conferences available for Pastors Wives. The one at the top of my wish list is The First Lady Conference hosted by Pastor Tony Evans wife Lois Evans. Beth Moore recently did an event exclusively for pastors wives. Just found out that its now available for viewing on-line. As soon as I can work it into my budget I plan to pick it up along with the video upload available for the First Lady conference).


If you can't get away for a conference you might be interested in a virtual round table for Pastor's Wives that my friend Lori will be hosting. You can find more info here.

Another great support system for pastors wives can be found here. I hope some of these resources help you, I know they have helped me. Most of all remember that you are not alone. God didn't put you where you are to just leave you behind. He is with you always. Sit at the table and converse with him.