Marked with Angie Elkins and Andrea Lennon

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How to Bring Younger Generations into Your Women's Ministry Mar 17, 2025

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How do we make women's ministry feel like it's for all generations? Amanda Mejias and Corinne Allen, cohosts of the His Glory, Her Good podcast, join us to talk about how we can bridge the gap between older and younger generations to create a flourishing intergenerational women's ministry. They talk through some of the myths of women's ministry, what barriers there are for younger women coming to small groups, and how we can cast a vision for having a range of ages and voices at the table.

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His Glory Her Good
Lifeway Girls
Lifeway Teen Girls Bible Studies
Dwell on These Things Bible Study for Women and Teen Girls
Lifeway Women Events
Lifeway Women Blog
Generations Chart

RECOMMENDED: Follow along with our series on the Lifeway Women Blog: "What I Wish You Knew About My Generation." Read the first article about Gen Z by Georgia Williams!

MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.
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Studying the Gospel of John to Prepare Your Heart for Easter Mar 10, 2025

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Starting March 27, our next online Bible study is The Gospel of John by Melissa Spoelstra! So we thought it would be fun to go back and listen to our conversation with Melissa to prepare for Easter and remember the sacrifice our Savior made.

In this conversation, Melissa discusses the Gospel of John’s unique aspects and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the writing and filming process of the Bible study. Reflecting on how the Gospel of John has personally marked her, she encourages us all to experience the peace and hope that Jesus offers.

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Isaiah Bible Study
The Gospel of John Bible Study
The Gospel of John Online Bible Study

RECOMMENDED: Sign up for The Gospel of John online Bible study!

MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
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Living in Light of Assurance and Hope | with Bethany Broderick Mar 03, 2025

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Women are bombarded with seemingly positive messages—you're enough; you are perfect just the way you are; you’re worthy. But our internal voice often tells us the opposite—you will never be enough, you are broken, you are not worthy. Bethany Broderick joins us on the MARKED Podcast to talk about how Jesus and the gospel upend both kinds of messages for us. Learn how your life will look different once you trade shame and striving for wholeness in Christ.

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Perfected: Trading Shame and Striving for Wholeness in Christ
Bethany’s blog
Hebrews 10:14

RECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode with Mary Margaret West on living a life made worthy by Jesus.

MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.
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Elizabeth Woodson on Embracing Our Freedom in Christ Feb 24, 2025

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We always love talking with Elizabeth Woodson! In today's episode, we discuss freedom in Christ as explored in the book of Galatians. Elizabeth emphasizes how we can live out the abundant life that Christ offers, both individually and within the church community. Thanks for listening!

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MARKED Academy Miniseries on YouTube
Live Free Bible Study
Other Resources from Elizabeth Woodson
Lifeway Women Academy
Dallas Theological Seminary

RECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode with Elizabeth Woodson discussing how Scripture forms one unified narrative.

MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.
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How Our Theology Impacts Our Everyday Living Feb 17, 2025

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We may often think that ethics is a very academic term, something that scholars and PhD students study rather than something that always applies to the everyday person. But Lauren McAfee joins us today to talk about what ethics has to do with living out the Christian faith and how we can establish a personal framework for answering ethical questions. Thanks for listening!

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Living out the Christian Faith: Ethics 101
Lifeway Women Academy
Stand for Life
Stand for Life Small Group Curriculum
Books by Lauren
Previous MARKED Podcast episode with Lauren (2023)
Previous MARKED Podcast episode with Lauren (2017)

RECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode with Eunice Chung on how to grow in Christlikeness.

MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.
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Celebrating the Beauty of Biblical Friendship Feb 10, 2025

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In this special "Galentine’s Day" episode of the MARKED Podcast, we’re diving into the beauty and significance of biblical friendship that is rooted in Christ’s love. With Heather Johnson and Faith Grosshans, we’ll explore how to foster deep, meaningful connections that reflect God’s heart for us, and why friendships are so crucial in ministry and the body of Christ.

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NOBTS—Thrive Ministry
Woodridge Baptist Church
You Lead Webinar on friendship
You Lead Webinar playlist
Lifeway Women Blog
Lifeway Women YouTube

MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.
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Leading Well | Guiding Others to Practice Biblical Community with Ben Mandrell Feb 03, 2025

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We’re kicking off the new year with a leadership miniseries! You’ll hear from leaders about women in leadership working with mostly men, advice they would give to their younger selves, strategies and tools for leading well, and more.
This week, Ben Mandrell, president of Lifeway, shares his insights on the importance of community in the church, the challenges of reengagement post-COVID, and the empowerment of women in leadership. He discusses his leadership philosophy, emphasizing the significance of culture and respect within organizations. The conversation also touches on the future of the church, encouraging church leaders to emphasize personal relationships in church life.
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Together Bible study
Together Bible study teen edition
Cultural Counterfeits book by Jen Oshman
Lifeway Research | Pastors’ Greatest Needs
Lifeway Research | State of Ministry to Women
How to Build Trust with Your Pastor and Ministry Leader blog

RECOMMENDED: Check out the other episodes in our leadership miniseries with Alicia, Jennifer, Becky, and Cynthia!
MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.
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Leading Well | Tips and Strategies for Effective Leadership with Cynthia Phillips Jan 27, 2025

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We’re kicking off the new year with a leadership miniseries! You’ll hear from leaders about women in leadership working with mostly men, advice they would give to their younger selves, strategies and tools for leading well, and more.
Cynthia Phillips is the Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Lifeway. In this episode, Cynthia shared tools and strategies she has used in her leadership journey, as well as her passion for ministering to blended families. She also encouraged women as they minister and witness to family members who don't share their faith. Read her list of tips below:
What encouragement would you have for the woman whose family believes differently than she does?

Don’t give up.
Don’t compromise on what you believe, but don’t let it get in the way of meaningful connections.
Live your faith and be consistent.
Pray and seek wisdom.
Ask God for clarity on His role/purpose for you in/with your family.
Remember that God loves them more than we do. We do our part and leave the rest to Him.

What advice would you have for a younger Cynthia on leadership?

Determine your priorities.
Commit to keep your priorities.
Don’t work so much and make time for what is really important—you can’t get time back.

We are in a leadership series. As a woman in leadership, share some strategies or tools that help you to be an effective leader.

Be real/authentic.
Stay true to who you are, what you believe, and what you stand for.
Seek feedback and always listen and learn.
Adapt and adjust.
Anticipate and be self-aware.
Listen to your gut/Holy Spirit/intuition.

LINKS
Lifeway Research
Lifeway Women Events
Family Life Blended

RECOMMENDED: Listen to our conversation with Ashlyn Portero about working with men in ministry.

MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.
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Leading Well | Becky Loyd on Working with Mostly Men Jan 20, 2025

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We’re kicking off the new year with a leadership miniseries! Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear from leaders about women in leadership working with mostly men, advice they would give to their younger selves, strategies and tools for leading well, and more.
Becky Loyd, Vice President, Go-to-Market Strategy and Women's Leadership Development at Lifeway, joins us to talk about her leadership journey at Lifeway, where she has served since 2001. She shares advice for women who find themselves surrounded by men in a professional or ministry environment, as well as how her singleness has provided opportunities and challenges for leadership growth.
LINKS:
Lifeway Women
My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers
Kristen Lowry's MARKED Podcast Episode
RECOMMENDED: Listen to Becky's 2022 MARKED Podcast episode.

MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.
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Leading Well | Exploring the Subject of Heaven with Jennifer Rothschild Jan 13, 2025

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We’re kicking off the new year with a leadership miniseries! Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear from leaders about women in leadership working with mostly men, advice they would give to their younger selves, strategies and tools for leading well, and more.
In this conversation with Jennifer Rothschild, we dive deeper in to the subject of heaven. Jennifer shares more about her new Bible study on heaven, and the meaning behind the subtitle: "When Faith Becomes Sight." Plus, hear her tips for leaders on studying sensitive topics with your small group, as well as the advice she would give to younger Jennifer.
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Resources from Jennifer Rothschild
Heaven Bible Study
Heaven Bible Study Leader Guide
Surprised by Joy Book by C. S. Lewis
RECOMMENDED: Listen to Jennifer’s episode with her editor, Mike Wakefield.
MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.
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