The MomCo Leadership Podcast

This episode is the last in a series where we are going to dig into some of the moms that aren’t always represented well in groups around the globe. In this episode, we focus on moms of kids with special needs. The term special needs covers a broad spectrum, but these moms are ones that have an added  element to their parenting in dealing with kids that need some extra care. Jennifer Iverson and S...

Who doesn't love to talk about conflict? Most of us! But in this episode, Kelli Jordan and Jennifer Iverson talk about how to best handle difficult conversations. They give you three tips to consider and then walk through several scenarios. While most of the conversation centers around MOPS groups, these three tips can be applied to any conflict in life. For more resources on conflict resolut...

MOPS is a place where every mom is welcomed and affirmed as a human being created in God's image. Regardless of her lifestyle choices, beliefs, mistakes, political leanings, habits, relational status or any other qulifiers. The MOPS program is designed to be a place where there are no barriers that keep her from coming to a group. This episode is the second in a series where we will explore t...

Kelli Jordan and Laurie Jarvis talk about what stops us from supporting others well and how we can change our mindset. Let's create an other-focused culture in our homes and community. 

MOPS is a place where every mom is welcomed and affirmed as a human being created in God’s image. Regardless of her lifestyle choices, beliefs, mistakes, political leanings, habits, relational status or any other qualifiers. The MOPS program is designed to be a place where there are no barriers that keep her from coming to a group. This episode is the first in a series where we are going to dig in...

If your team works well together, your group benefits. Join Sherri Crandall and Kelli Jordan as they talk about what a healthy team looks like and how we can work together to create community that battles loneliness, draws women in and introduces them to Jesus.

Leadership is a journey - there is a starting point, times of growth and times of change. In the final episode of this podcast series, Sherri Crandall and Monica Rovira share their personal leadership lessons and their combined ministry journey. Listen and be inspired, because we all need a place to dream on our own but also a place to dream together. If you are looking for more information about...

Sherri Crandall and Laura L. Smith , author of Restore My Soul talk about the beauty of we can find hope in how God never leaves us. We can take our joys and fears to our faithful, powerful, and loving Father. Find Laura on Instagram @laurasmithauthor.  

The idea of “evangelism” can be scary to both believers and non-believers. Understanding how non-believers feel about spiritual conversations helps us share the Good News in ways that will draw others in, rather than scare them away. Kelli Jordan and Melodi Leih talk through some trends in today’s culture impacting how people feel about “evangelism.” If we can understand some of the trends, we can...

Leadership is a journey - there is a starting point, times of growth and times of change. In this podcast series, Kelli Jordan talks to some friends about their path - where they started as leaders, what they've learned and how they've changed their styles as they've moved  through leadership. In this episode, we talk to two leaders who believe that leadership is a calling and that...

Leadership is a journey - and there are some strategies that can help us along the way. Things like perspective, embracing your strengths and leaning into learning.  In this podcast series, Kelli Jordan talks to some friends about their path - where they started as leaders, what they've learned and how they've changed their styles as they've moved  through leadership. 

A break from meetings over the summer doesn’t mean it is time to take a break from community. It is important to stay connected and prepare for the fall. Join Kelli Jordan and Jennifer Iverson as they share their ideas for staying connected plus some resources to help you plan and reach even more moms in your community. Find all the leader training @ leader.mops.org/training Other tools mentioned:...

Leadership is a journey - there is a starting point, times of growth and times of change. In this podcast series, Kelli Jordan talks to some friends and co-leaders at MOPS about their path - where they started as leaders, what they've learned and how they've changed their styles as they've moved  through leadership. 

Join Kelli Jordan and Jennifer Iverson as they talk about what it means to finish well.  Finishing the year strong is just as important as getting your group off to a strong start. Your finish will impact how your next year begins. Here are some things you can do now to prepare for next year. Find practical finish well tips at leaders.mops.org/finishing-well . This content was originally presented...

Did you know MOPS International is in over 70 countries around the globe? From Albania to Zambia, moms are part of this amazing sisterhood. Sherri Crandall shares some amazing stories in this episode. If you would like to learn more visit mops.org/global or email globalsisterhood@mops.org. To donate to the Global Sisterhood Fund where 100% of your money directly impacts moms in need, visit mops.or...

Have your friendships suffered over the last two years? Sherri Crandall and author Amanda Anderson have an honest conversation about the behaviors that may have damaged our relationships and a recipe for how we can shift the dynamic, see others clearly and be truly seen by someone else. 

Kelli and Jennifer guide you through five things you need to think about this spring!  Easter planning ( leaders.mops.org/easter )  Leaders for next year ( leaders.mops.org/cohorts ) Renewal begins April 5 ( leaders.mops.org/renewal )  Last Meeting Celebration (Love in Action at leaders.mops.org/forms )  Summer Plans (l eaders.mops.org/summer ) Tell us how you have lived All For Love this year! Em...

Jennifer Iverson and her guest Erica Krysl talk about the importance of saying "Thank You." Erica tells how her church started a gratitude movement that shows love and gratitude in action in a way that impacts her and her community. 

Deborah Porter is the ultimate mom coach who knows that motherhood can be hard, and it's harder when you do it alone. Sherri Crandall and Deborah talk through her 3C Approach - gaining clarity, building confidence and manifesting courage. Their conversation will help you set up good sytems and help navigate the big questions we ask ourselves as moms and leader: What do I do? Who am I? and Wha...

Join Jennifer Iverson and her guest, Nicole Yenter as they talk through 4 simple things we can each do to improve our mental health. Nicole is a licensed counselor in the state of Mississippi. She has been a middle school counselor, worked in rehabilitation centers, a teen girls home, churches, camps, and coffee shops.   **If you are struggling with anxiety or depression or other mental health iss...

Join Sherri Crandall and her guest, Alisa Keeton, the founder of Revelation Wellness . Alisa encourages us to step out of the obsess/neglect patterns we tend to live in and start to think, feel and choose good things for our body, mind and spirit. It starts with making a practice of reconnecting with the God who made you. Remember, listener, you are God's good idea. Find more from Alisa, incl...

Often we have big plans and set big goals, only to drop them just a few days later. Join Jennifer Iverson and her guest, Andrea Fortenberry , to talk about the 4 keys to goal planning. It all starts with answering the question, "What's the quickest way to eat an elephant?" If you are a MOPS leader, access our goal-setting resources below: 1. Download a goal setting worksheet 2. Watc...

Join Kelli Jordan and Jennifer Iverson for a few minutes of fun as they talk about their favorite things from 2021 and look forward to what's coming for 2022.  What's your favorite happening from this past year? Tag us @MOPSLeaders and tell us all about it!

At our core, each of us knows we were made to be loving. Jesus demonstrated perfect love, and while we aren't perfect, we are called to love like Jesus. If we love Jesus, loving others is something we can’t help but do, because it becomes part of who we are. Let's talk about what it means for love to be our logo. Share your own story of how love is your logo at leaders@mops.org or on Fac...

 In this episode, Jennifer Iverson and Kelli Jordan focus on rest. What do we need to rest from? What are the things that inhibit our rest? How can we better manage those things? Let's talk about how important rest is in your parenting and your ministry.  We mention the book Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Daulton-Smith . For leaders, we mention a great meeting idea for your groups that you can fi...