The Youth Pastor’s Wife Podcast

Somehow, the weekend disappears faster than your coffee on a Sunday morning — and suddenly it’s Monday, your to-do list is staring you down, and the laundry pile has taken on a life of its own. If you’ve ever felt like the week starts before you’re even ready, this episode is for you.

I’m sharing 7 simple things I do over the weekend that help me feel more peaceful, less panicked, and actually prepared when Monday rolls around. I...

Ever had one of those days where you're like, "I love Jesus... but I cannot talk to one more person"? Same. In fact, that was me yesterday. So if you're like me and you're introverted, in ministry, and completely peopled out, this episode is for you.

Today I’m talking about what to do when your social battery is dead, but ministry keeps moving. I’m sharing 3 practical ways to protect your peace, communicate your limits without gu...

My first year of being a youth pastor's wife wasn’t exactly smooth sailing. I came in with a lot of expectations, some pressure I put on myself, and a few assumptions that didn’t hold up in real life.

In this episode, I’m sharing five mistakes I made early on—some funny, some painful, all very real—because I know how lonely and confusing those first couple of years can feel. And if nothing else, at least you’ll walk away knowing ...

Ever led a small group where one person treats the discussion like their personal podcast? You ask a question, and suddenly you’re five tangents deep in their life story while the rest of the group mentally checks out. Yeah... we’re going there today.

In this episode, we’re diving into how to lovingly, graciously (and strategically) manage dominators in your small group without crushing their spirit or losing your mind. I’m shari...

Ever feel like your house is one rogue sock away from total chaos? Same. Ministry weeks can feel like a full-time job on top of your actual full-time job… and somehow the laundry still wants to be washed and the people still want to eat.

In this quick, real-life episode, I’m sharing 7 simple habits that help me keep my home from totally unraveling when ministry life gets full (which, let’s be honest, is always). No matching throw...

You want godly friends. You want to feel known, supported, and invited in. But if we’re being honest… making friends as an adult (especially in ministry) can feel awkward, frustrating, and just plain hard.

If you’ve ever thought, “I wish someone would invite me to coffee…” or “I’m tired of feeling left out,” this episode is for you.

We’re talking about what it actually looks like to go first — to plant seeds of friendship and c...

Between youth group chaos, church events, and that one person who always needs “just five minutes” after service, being married in ministry can start to feel like a never-ending game of tag — and you're always “it.” If you've been craving more connection with your husband but aren’t sure where to start, this episode is for you.

I’m sharing 8 simple, no-pressure habits that have helped Kevin and me stay close in the middle of mini...

Let’s talk boundaries — the kind that keep you sane when your phone won’t stop buzzing, people keep asking for “just one more thing,” and social media makes you feel like you’re somehow not doing enough.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 boundaries I’m learning to set without feeling guilty (okay… trying not to feel guilty). We’re talking about not answering every phone call like it’s an emergency, learning to say “no” without wr...

Ever had one of those weeks where everything goes wrong right before a big youth event? Or maybe you’ve felt unusually disconnected from your husband, discouraged in your role, or just weighed down by something you can’t explain? Yeah… that might not be “just life.”

In this episode, we’re diving into the very real (but often overlooked) reality of spiritual warfare—what it is, how it shows up in our lives as youth pastors’ wives,...

Have you ever sat in a room full of people and still felt completely alone? Like you’re showing up week after week, supporting your husband, loving on students… but deep down, you feel invisible? Maybe you’ve cried in secret and thought, “I don’t even know who I can talk to about this.”

If that’s you — I’ve been there too. And this episode is for you.

We’re talking about what it feels like to be lonely in ministry and why it’s ...

If you want to lead a small group for students—and you even feel like God’s nudging you to do it—but you have no idea where to start (and honestly, you're a little freaked out), this is the episode for you! 

I’m breaking down the exact format I use for our student small groups (yep—copy and paste it if you want to). I’ll walk you through setting group norms, using fun ice breakers that aren’t cringe, leading discussion without fe...

When your husband’s in ministry and his schedule is all over the place (what even is a weekend?), creating a routine can feel...laughable. Late nights, weekend events, last-minute texts that somehow turn into counseling sessions… yeah, it’s a whole thing. So how in the world are you supposed to build a routine when your life feels like a never-ending game of “what day is it again?”

In this episode, we’re chatting about what to do...

Have you ever walked away from a youth night thinking, “Did that even matter?” Maybe you’ve shown up, served, supported your husband, stayed up late, cleaned up the mess—and still felt like no one noticed. If you’ve ever wondered if any of it is actually making a difference, this episode is for you.

I know what it’s like to feel tired, discouraged, and invisible in ministry. Today, I want to speak some truth over those doubts and...

Let’s be real—youth camp is one of the most powerful, exhausting, overwhelming, and amazing things we get to be part of as youth pastors' wives. But if you’re already feeling stressed just thinking about packing, schedules, and the nonstop chaos, you’re not alone.

The good news? You don’t have to just survive camp—you can actually thrive in it.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my top 10 practical (and spiritual) tips to help you...

When I first stepped into the role of a youth pastor’s wife, I was eager to be involved—but I kept hearing older pastors' wives say, “I’m not in ministry—he is.” And honestly? That really messed with me. It made me question what I felt like God was calling me to do.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about that tension—how to navigate the desire to serve together, what to do when other voices discourage you, and how to figure out ...

Ministry is all about people… but what happens when one of those people just gets under your skin? Maybe you’ve tried to shake it off, stay polite, or even pray it away—but the tension is still there. If you’ve ever wondered, “What do I do when I don’t get along with someone on the team?”—this episode is for you.

We’re having a heart-to-heart about what it looks like to navigate tricky relationships in youth ministry. I’ll share ...

Ever poured your heart into a student—showed up to their games, grabbed coffee with them, prayed for them like crazy—only to feel like...nothing’s changing? 🙃 It’s honestly one of the most discouraging parts of student ministry. You want to be intentional. You want to make a difference. But how do you know if you’re investing in the right student?

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to invest in a student a...

Ever feel like your life revolves around keeping everyone else happy—even at the expense of your own peace? Trust me, I’ve been there. People-pleasing can feel good in the moment, but it’s exhausting, overwhelming, and honestly, it’s not what God calls us to do.

In this episode, I’m sharing the exact mindset shift that's helping me break free from the pressure to make everyone happy. We’ll talk about:

✨ The surprising way fear fu...

Have you ever felt stuck watching your husband navigate a tough ministry situation — especially when it involves a difficult lead pastor?

It’s hard to know what to do or say when he’s discouraged or frustrated, and honestly, it can feel pretty overwhelming.

In this episode, we’re having a heart-to-heart about how to support your husband when ministry leadership is challenging. I’ll share some practical ways to encourage him, pr...