An Open Letter to Ministry Leaders
Dr. Wes Beavis A Guest Post First, a word from April:The conversation about mental wellness is a much-needed, ongoing conversation. If we are going to be whole in our body, mind, and spirit, we cannot ignore the symptoms of burnout.In this episode of The Global...
These Boots are Made for Walking
Ann Wellman A Guest Post Money can be one of the biggest deterrents, strongholds, or even excuses that keep us from following a dream. Putting up the money for “Coaching for Spiritual Leaders” was one of the best investments I’ve ever made...and I don’t even have a...
Men, Your Support Matters: What You Can Do to Champion the Female Leaders in Your Life
Kadi Kole A Guest Post First, a word from April.This week on The Global Fringe podcast, Kadi gives men solid wisdom on how to develop the female leaders in their lives. I asked if she’d share a bit more from her new book, Developing Female Leaders, in which she...
What do you want in 2020?
For the love of God, don’t go home. I do NOT want that. We need you. All of you. Your whole life and leadership in this world. As we wrap up another decade, I’m still so frustrated at how far we have to go so women not only have safety but are treated with dignity and...
13 Signs You Are Probably in an Abusive Relationship
Sierra White A Guest Post First, a word from April.When partnership between men and women breaks down, one of the side effects is abuse. This can take many shapes and forms. I asked Sierra to share her personal experience. I believe pain can become a place of...
Ending Abuse: 4 Steps for Churches
Dr. Mimi Haddad Guest Post First, a word from April. #metoo and #churchtoo are everywhere in the news these days. The stories must keep coming to light. As Nancy Beach shared her The Global Fringe episode this week, we must use our voices to end the abuse against...
I Won’t Hurt You
BT Gilligan A Guest Post First, a word from April. This article was triggering for me. When I was a little girl, my best friend’s mom was brutally raped while running. As a result, I internalized that running was unsafe. I’ve had to do a lot of work to break down that...
The Home Team: 4 Ways to Win at Home
Nick Roach A Guest Post FIRST, A WORD FROM APRIL:I’ve known Nick for about 5 years, but the last couple years our lives have connected more. I was privileged to be a part of his coaching certification training nearly 2 years ago, and have since walked with him in his...
Girls rising. A poem
Danielle Strickland A Guest Post First, a word from April.Danielle is a justice warrior and communicator to her core. She wrote these words on her website earlier this year, and I asked if we could share here in response to her podcast episode released earlier today....
Creating a Personal Strategy for Relational Energy
Ashlee Eiland A Guest Post First, a quick word from April. In this week’s podcast episode, Ashlee Eiland talks about transition and loss. Even while she’s in the messy middle of her own massive transition, she speaks to what’s been necessary for her to find clarity...