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'Waiting Isn't a Waste' Reading Group

Tue 11 February 2025 — Tue 8 April 2025

An online reading group for ministry wives to reflect together on trusting in God in uncertain times.

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Introducing our Church Planters’ Wives Support

Siân Robinson

We are excited to announce that Siân Robinson has joined our Women in Ministry Team to support the wives of church planters.

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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 church ministry.

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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

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)

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

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)

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Ministry Wives

'Waiting Isn't a Waste' Reading Group

Introducing our Church Planters’ Wives Support

Introducing our Church Planters’ Wives Support

Ministry Wives Retreat 2025

5 Reasons to Go to the Ministry Wives Retreat