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Ministry Wives Retreat 2025
Wed 21 — Fri 23 May 2025 The Hayes Refreshment and rest for women married to men serving in FIEC churches and the wives of members of the FIEC Pastors' Network.
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5 Reasons to Go to the Ministry Wives Retreat
5 Reasons to Go to the Ministry Wives Retreat
Kathryn Tearle
Our retreat for ministry wives offers refreshment and rest over 48 hours. Here’s why ministry wife Kathryn Tearle thinks others should come.
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Ministry Families and Church Life
Ministry Families and Church Life
Adrian Reynolds , Richard Lacey , Carolyn Lacey
How can we protect family life when serving in church ministry? What changes when a ministry wife moves from voluntary to paid work in the church?
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Keep Pressing On (Ministry Wives Retreat 2023)
Keep Pressing On (Ministry Wives Retreat 2023)
Sarah Dargue
The benefits of gathering with more than 50 other wives of men in ministry at the annual FIEC retreat.
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Ministry Couples at the Leaders' Conference
Ministry Couples at the Leaders' Conference
Vicky Cockram , Will Cockram
Why you should think about coming to the Leaders’ Conference with your spouse, and how to make the most of it if you do.
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Can I Have Friends at Church?
Elinor Magowan
Some ministry wives are given the advice not to make friends at their church. But is that really the right way?
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Remember Who You Serve (Scotland Pastors’ Wives Day 2022)
Remember Who You Serve (Scotland Pastors’ Wives Day 2022)
Sarah Hughes
Pastors’ wives from across Scotland met to support one another and reflect on guarding the “good deposit” in their roles alongside their husbands.
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Support For and From Ministry Wives
Support For and From Ministry Wives
Caroline Haley
The role of a ministry wife can be incredibly lonely at times. Getting together with other women who understand what it’s like can be a great support.
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When Can I Say 'No' in Church Life?
Elinor Magowan
A good ministry wife is sacrificial and always willing to say "yes" in church life... aren't they?
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Women's Ministry in Smaller Churches
Women's Ministry in Smaller Churches
Rachel Sloan , Elinor Magowan , Dawn Thomson , Emily Fenning
Serving women in smaller churches comes with its distinctive challenges and blessings. Two women from smaller churches share more.
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Rested, Refreshed, and Ready (Ministry Wives Retreat 2022)
Rested, Refreshed, and Ready (Ministry Wives Retreat 2022)
Victoria Buss
More than 40 women met in Worcestershire to be encouraged and challenged in ministry with their husbands.
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How Should I Respond to Criticism?
Elinor Magowan
Ministry wives can be acutely aware of criticism of their husbands - and themselves - that may escalate into conflict. How should they respond?
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How Can I Be Content as a Ministry Wife?
Elinor Magowan
There are many challenges that threaten our contentment as ministry wives. When we encounter difficulties, Paul directs us to Christ.
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Is it Worth the Effort?
Elinor Magowan
During seasons when the pressure of ministry is keenly felt, the privileges of ministry can escape you. Considering your purpose can help you hold on.
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Do I Have What It Takes to Be a Ministry Wife?
Elinor Magowan
Feelings of inadequacy and inability can cause huge pressure in the lives of ministry wives. Considering calling and character can help.
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Pray for Your Pastor’s Wife
Pray for Your Pastor’s Wife
Elinor Magowan
In such a demanding season for a pastor’s wife, your prayers for her are valuable and will bless the whole church.
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Help! I’m Married to my Pastor (Book Review)
Elinor Magowan
Jani Ortlund shares her experiences and reflections as a pastor’s wife to encourage those who follow in her footsteps.
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Certainty in Uncertain Times
Certainty in Uncertain Times
Elinor Magowan , Jane Gamston
FIEC Ministry Wives joined online to be encouraged by the sovereignty of God which sustains in uncertain times.
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Women’s Ministry: Our Future Plans
Women’s Ministry: Our Future Plans
Elinor Magowan
Elisabeth Smyth will retire soon as our Women’s Ministry Coordinator. In God’s goodness we have now appointed Rachel Sloan as her successor.
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From Dreams to Reality: Ministry Wives Retreat
From Dreams to Reality: Ministry Wives Retreat
Elisabeth Smyth
Our annual Ministry Wives Retreats enable women to withdraw from the intensity of church life, and be refreshed physically and spiritually.
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Marriage, Ministry & Family Life under the Spotlight
Marriage, Ministry & Family Life under the Spotlight
Siân Baker
This seminar explores some of the challenges ministry wives face in keeping focus on Jesus, especially when they feel under the spotlight.
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Being a Ministry Wife
Being a Ministry Wife
Elinor Magowan
This seminar looks at the ministry wife's identity in Christ, her calling and its privileges, and her character.
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Giving Thanks
Giving Thanks
Elinor Magowan
It’s important to give thanks and avoid grumbling as we serve Christ. But how can we always be thankful in our work and ministry?
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Moving the Family
Moving the Family
Carolyn Lacey
One of the realities of ministry is that God’s call might move you to pastures new. What effect can such a calling can have on your family?
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