Confident Clergy Women
Confident Clergy Women
Podcast Description
This is a podcast for clergy women by a clergy woman. I am the pastor of a rural congregation on the prairie of South Dakota. I am a pastor but I am also a mom, a wife, a trained spiritual director, and so many other things in my work as a pastor and a mom in a small town. My hope and prayer is that this podcast brings you encouragement and helps equip you to lead with confidence in whatever context you serve in. You are a beloved child of God. You are enough and you are called to serve God’s people and lead the church for such a time as this!
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The show focuses on the challenges and joys of being a female clergy with themes including self-care, mentorship, community building, and spiritual growth. Examples of episodes include discussions on rediscovering joy in ministry, supporting women entering professional ministry, and finding beauty in difficult times.
Confident Clergy Women is a podcast created by a clergywoman for clergywomen who are navigating the beautiful, complex, and sacred call to ministry.
I’m a Deacon in the United Methodist Church, a mom, a wife, a trained spiritual director, and a woman who understands what it means to juggle many roles while staying grounded in God’s call. On this podcast, we talk about the real life of ministry—from leadership and worship to soul care, grief, growth, and everything in between.
This is your space for encouragement, equipping, and reminders that:
✨ You are a beloved child of God.
✨ You are enou
In this episode, I’m joined by Amber Wichmann —a seminary student and rural church pastor—who shares what it’s like to say a wholehearted yes to God’s call.
We talk about the joy and reverence of serving communion to people you know and love, the gift of having a wise and supportive supervisor, and the sacred moments she experiences as a hospital chaplain. Amber and I also share about the biblical women who inspire us—Hagar and Esther—and how their stories shape our calls to lead with courage and faith.
One of the most powerful parts of our conversation? Hearing how Amber, who fears public speaking, finds the strength to stand in the pulpit and preach each week. Her story is a beautiful reminder that God equips us in the very places we feel least confident.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re really “cut out” for ministry—this episode will speak straight to your heart.
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