Moms in Prayer Podcast

She’s here! Today, Lee sits down with Moms in Prayer Founder, Fern Nichols, to talk about the beginning of our ministry.  You will fall in love with the heart of Fern for Jesus and the children of the world as she shares about the story that only God could have written.  If you’ve never heard the Moms in Prayer story, or need reminding that God is still at work, listen in. About our Guest: Fern Ni...

As our kids age and leave home, the problems they face can require an even greater commitment to prayer from their mothers.  Today’s guest promises that there is not a need that we’ll face in any stage of parenting that God has not already thought of or provided for in His word.  In this episode, Lee talks with Jodie Berndt author of Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children and they discuss...

“We are seeing growth of Moms in Prayer groups around the world, an army of women crying out for the next generation. God is on the move.” says Global Director, Cathi Armitage. Today Lee and Cathi discuss the Global Day of Prayer and Fastingcoming January 9, 2019 and ways to get involved in what God is doing around the world.    About our Guest: Cathi Armitage is the Global Ministry Director for M...

“Can you trust the God who has lavishly loved you and your children?”  Founder, Fern Nichols joins us today to explore the boundless love of God that we celebrate during the Christmas season. Today concludes our four-part Advent celebration, Moms in Prayer style.  About our Guest: Fern Nichols is the Founder of Moms in Prayer International, a global ministry whose vision is to reach children and s...

Joy is transformative, but easy to lose when pressure mounts around the holidays. Today, Sally Burke helps us meditate on the joy experienced during the first Christmas and how we can and must choose and experience joy today. About our Guest: Sally Burke, is a dynamic speaker, teacher, author and the President of  Moms in Prayer International . She leads a worldwide ministry who equips and encoura...

“Peace means so much more than an absence of conflict and distress.  It means wholeness.” In this second week of Advent, we celebrate the gift of peace Moms in Prayer style with USA Country Coordinator, Susan Shepherd. About our Guest: Susan Shepherd joyfully serves as the USA Country Coordinator for Moms in Prayer International.  When she began praying 22 years ago as a group member, she could ne...

Do you need hope in your life and motherhood?  Today we begin our four week Moms in Prayer Advent celebration focusing on Jesus our Hope.  We are joined by Cathi Armitage, Global Ministry Director of Moms in Prayer International. About our Guest: Cathi Armitage is the Global Ministry Director for Moms in Prayer International and has been involved in the ministry for over twenty years. Cathi’s team...

The majority of our children will face bullying of some kind.  As a mother, watching your child struggle in relationships can be so difficult. Today, Cindy Bultema, the Executive Director for GEMS Girls Clubs, and Lee share stories and wisdom for walking with your kids through bullying.  This episode is filled with practical application for responding in truth and grace.  About our Guest: CindyBul...

Dr. Kathy Koch says all of our kids are smart and it is the role of a mother to unpack and unleash the God given gifts inside of our children.  In today’s episode, Dr. Kathy and Lee unpack the 8 different kinds of “smarts” our children may have and the role prayer plays in nurturing and cultivating the bent of each child in our care.      About our Guest: Dr. Kathy Koch (“cook”), the Founder and P...

Can God use your child’s brokenness and destructive choices for His glory?  Today Carol Kent joins Lee in Part Two of Carol’s story with her son, Jason, who was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole. Carol describes the process of learning to allow the brokenness and disappointment of their family’s story to be used for the glory of God.   About our Guest: Carol Kent i...

Carol Kent’s life was changed when she received the phone call that her only son had been arrested for murder.  How do you breathe when your world comes crashing down and the child you love does something unthinkable?  Where is God when your world falls apart?  You won’t want to miss a minute of today’s gripping interview with Lee Nienhuis and Carol Kent. About our Guest:  Carol Kent is an author,...

Sometimes God lets our kids take the long way to the foot of the cross.  Today Lee talks to Wendy Palau, Moms in Prayer Mom and wife of evangelist, Andrew Palau.  They discuss the power of prayer and the reason why it continues to be a priority in the Palau’s global ministry, and an experience that was a defining moment in Wendy’s motherhood journey.  About our Guest:  Wendy Palau shoulders a burd...

“Shoeboxes are a gospel opportunity.”  In this episode, Lee is joined by Gracie O’Loughlin and Yulia Shubina to discuss the power of prayer, the gift of a shoebox and the sharing of the gospel. Today, you’ll hear the girls discuss how shoeboxes and prayer transform both the giver and the children who receive them, and Yulia’s shares two sentences in her shoebox letter that changed her life.     Ab...

There is a hidden people group among all 50 US states and around the world.  Military family’s face unique challenges that are often overlooked by their civilian counterparts.  In today’s episode, Lee talks to Salena Duffy and Megan White about the need for community and prayer among military moms today and their unique position to impact the world for Christ. About our Guests:  Salena Duffy is th...

 “Mom, I want to go to Hollywood.”  Karla Pope is the mother of a blended family with 6 boys.  When her son, Kellan, wanted to chase his dream of acting in Hollywood, Karla saw her prayers answered in unconventional ways.  Kellan Lutz, has made quite an imprint on Hollywood, and today, Lee and Karla discuss the roles prayer and Moms in Prayer impacted her family.   About our Guest:  Karla Pope is...

“I always wanted to know how to get to Heaven, but no one has ever told me.”  Today, Kori Pennypacker, Executive Director of Bible2School and Lee discuss the biblical illiteracy facing this generation.  How can we teach public school kids the Bible?  Kori explains how parents can help initiate a program to help meet that need. About our Guest: Kori Pennypacker​ is Executive Director of  Bible2Scho...

 Renee Swope found herself facing a season of crippling fear and anxiety.  Today, Lee and Renee discuss the comeback that occurred as Renee leaned into the Lord and found healing.  Join us as we discuss fear and anxiety that is relentless, parenting through it, adoptive mom talk, and the hope that is found in our Steadfast God. About our Guest: Renee Swope has been engaged in women’s ministry for...

Nick Hall has been called the next Billy Graham.  Nick leads the Pulse Movement and what many consider one of the greatest student led movements in history.  What you may not know is that Nick is a Moms in Prayer kid, and today, Lee and Nick talk about being prayed for, the faith of children, and what he see God doing among the youth of our nation. About Our Guest:  Nick Hall is the visionary of T...

“85% of the people who come to know Christ make that decision before the age of 18, so the church has to invest in reaching people when they are most reachable.”  Doug Clark says our nation is overdue for revival.  Today, Lee and Doug discuss the hope for revival, the responsibility of parents to pray for their children and See You At the Pole .  About Our Guest:  Doug Clark is the National Field...

Get ready for a BONUS episode!  Lee sits down with USA Country Coordinator, Susan Shepherd to talk about  Bless Our Schools Sunday, being PRO schools and PRO teacher, and the way prayer changes the texture of our lives. Bless our Schools Sunday is September 16, 2018 and you can get resources and the details you need at momsinprayer.org .

On this episode, Lee and Mom Mentor, Susan Seay, discuss 12 ways intentional parents are different from their peers.  As the mother of 7, homeschooling mama, author, and speaker, Susan shares how parents can show up for the job of parenting with a laser-like focus on building a loving home and raising children of faith and purpose. About Our Guest:  Susan Seay is a woman of intention and purpose. ...

Praying girls become praying moms.  On episode 13, our host, Lee Nienhuis and American Heritage Girls Founder and Executive Director, Patti Garibay discuss the brand new Girls in Prayer Program that is available as a free resource to all of us.  Training the girls in our lives to follow Jesus and pray has never been more important, and today we discuss the dynamics facing our girls today.  Patti s...

Motherhood is filled with moments of letting go from kindergarten to college.  In this episode, our host, Lee Nienhuis talks to author, Brenda Yoder, about preparing our kids for both the small launches and the big launches.  It’s time to get real about mommy grief, the role of prayer during transitions and letting God be the one in control of our important moments.   About Our Guest:  Brenda Yode...

  Who is running the show in your home?  Today, Arlene Pellicane and host, Lee Nienhuis, discuss the importance of parents taking their place as the loving authority within their homes.  Arlene explains how developing a few key strategies in our lives actually brings greater peace and fruitfulness into the lives of our children.  It’s worth the effort of stepping up our parenting game!  About Our...

We are celebrating our 10th episode with our Moms in Prayer President, Sally Burke.  Sally and Lee discuss her MIP story, her new book, Start With Praise! , and they spill the beans about the 35th Anniversary celebration next year!  You’ll love getting to know our dynamic President! About Our Guest:  Sally Burke, is a dynamic speaker, teacher, author and the President of  Moms in Prayer Internatio...