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We're wrapping up our miniseries on Women of Faith in Leadership with guest Paula Ellefson. Paula is a returning guest to the show and has been a keynote speaker at the Annual She Rises Women's Conference. We love her!   She brings a wealth of wisdom to this topic and shares it as a trusted friend would with someone they are either mentoring or encouraging.    Paula has been married to Chris for 2...

Due to the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, Susan paused the miniseries on Women of Faith in Leadership to speak to the Church.   This is our turning point. Where do we go from here? What will our response be?    You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

We're continuing our series on Women of Faith in Leadership and are joined by Jenny Randle this week. This conversation offers numerous takeaways that can be applied to your leadership. Do yourself, your leadership, your faith, and calling a favor and tune in to this conversation! This conversation will add value to those areas long after it is finished.   Jenny Randle is an Emmy® award-winning ed...

We're excited to have Lindsey Hurlbut join Susan this week to talk about being a woman of faith in the marketplace. Lindsey models how to make business decisions that align with her faith and values effectively.    If you are an entrepreneur, this conversation will encourage you to positively impact your community by offering services that help them find solutions, all while upholding your faith. ...

Susan is excited to introduce to the show her friend, Steph Tvrdik. Steph has been in leadership for some time and offers wisdom, encouragement, and biblical principles to help any woman lead well. She is a great encourager of women to lead with excellence and her commitment to biblical truth shines through.   Steph Tvrdik, Director of Collective.guide, is a farmer’s wife, mom of two boys and an e...

Our first guest in this mini-series, Missy Carrigan, is such a strong woman of faith. She leads by example and models integrity, humility, and faithfulness to what God has called her to.    You'll want to listen to this episode a few times!   Missy Carrigan is a wife, mother, pastor’s wife, and the Founder and Executive Director of Real Choices Pregnancy Center, which will open in Sallisaw, Oklaho...

Week two of this series is a timely reminder for anyone who wants to serve the Lord in any capacity to count the cost. Counting the cost carries far more meaning than a financial cost. For anyone who dedicates their life to the Lord in humble surrender, they will have to count the cost in comfort, pride, agendas, and other personal attachments.   But it is always worth it! Jesus is always worth co...

This week kicks off the new mini-series, Leading Well, that focuses on women in leadership in any capacity. Susan begins by laying a foundation for the series, examining specific biblical examples of Jesus' views on women.   Next week, we will explore the importance of character development, refinement, and living a life of righteousness in our leadership. This series will also feature guests to t...

We've all felt the pressure of anxiety. It often comes when we are concerned about the future or an outcome of some kind. Using the Bible as her source, this week, Susan is encouraging women to face anxiousness with the promises of God's Word.   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry at www.sherisesmn.org . Follow Susan on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

This week, Susan is encouraging women to take care of one of their greatest assets - their health. In the busyness of life, our health can easily take a backseat. However, even the smallest steps toward a healthier lifestyle can prove beneficial.   And you're worth it!   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susa...

In Part Two of "Walking in the Spirit," Susan teaches how to apply this Scripture verse to our everyday lives. Understanding these truths will help strengthen your faith to not only seek the gifts of the Spirit but also cultivate the fruit of the Spirit.   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . You can follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vande...

In this two-part series, Susan teaches on who the Holy Spirit is, His role in the Trinity, and how to walk in the equipping power of the Spirit.   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Do you know someone in a difficult season and want to help but don't know how or what to say? This week, Susan shares practical ways to come alongside someone to help them feel less alone in their season of difficulty.   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

An anchor is only as secure as that to which it is attached.     How do we, as women of faith, stay anchored in our faith when much of what we're going through is hard, uncertain, and stretches our faith? This week, Susan shares timeless tips that have been a staple in her life during these types of seasons, and especially in the challenges she is currently facing.   You can learn more about Susan...

It's been a challenging season that has kept Susan from the public eye for a year, but the Lord has been a constant source of peace. She is returning this week with a heartfelt message on God's peace in difficult times.   You will be encouraged in your faith as you listen. Be sure to share with someone you know who needs this type of encouragement.   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry...

It's always a timely reminder that we serve a God who always sees us! He never takes His eyes off us! Hallelujah! At the end of the episode, Susan shares a special announcement about her ministry.   You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . 

This week, Susan shares part two of the message she gave recently at the Empower Women's Conference.   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at wwwsherisesmn.org . You can follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

In this two-part series, Susan shares the message she recently gave at the Empower Women's Conference.   If you or someone you know is in a difficult season, these messages will be the encouragement needed to stay in the faith.   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . You can follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

In the final episode of the mini-series started three weeks ago, we will look at the story of Huldah. This incredible woman of faith champions all of us to stand up and speak truth even when our voice may be shaky!   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

This week, we will look at the life of Esther as we continue in the mini-series that was started two weeks ago.    Esther's story champions any woman of faith to view their life as purposeful. Esther also spurs us on to recognize we have been positioned no matter our station in life and that the Lord can use anyone who lives their life surrendered to Him.   Learn more about Susan and her ministry,...

Continuing with the mini-series covering four extraordinary women of faith, this week will look at the incredible legacy of Abigail.   May you be championed forward in your faith to glean from this woman's legacy and stand up for what's right.   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . Follow her on Instagram and Facebook at Susan Vandenheuvel.

As part of the overarching mission of Susan's ministry, She Rises, this week Susan is championing women of faith to rise up with unapologetic boldness. You are a leader whether or not you hold a traditional position or role. As a woman of faith, God can use you to help build boldness and courage in the lives of others to also live out their faith unapologetically.   Let's go!   Learn more about Su...

You don't have to be led around by thoughts that do not support truth. Instead, you can be equipped and empowered to take your thoughts captive!   This week, we are taking a deep dive into 2 Cor. 10:5 as Susan shares six key takeaways from these verses that will help us rise up in this area!   Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . Follow her on Facebook and In...

If you've been a follower of Christ for any length of time, you have experienced those seasons when God seems quiet. Perhaps, you're in that season right now.   This week, we're going to talk about how, as women of faith, we can trust and believe that even though God seems quiet, He is still near.    Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org . Follow her on Facebook...