The Priority Now Podcast

Carmen is joined today by Sheila Kinney of Fairfield Illinois.  Sheila shares about how God has carried her through difficult times as a younger widow, maintaining her family business and holding fast to the promises of His Word.  Listen and be encouraged in how God provides and teaches us through the hard stuff. Resources mentioned today: ibsa.org/women carmenhalsey@ibsa.org  

Carmen continues her conversation this week with Leslie Lovin as they dig deeper into loving your neighbor.  Leslie shares some of her experiences with refugee friends from Afghanistan.  Listen and be encouraged.   Resources mentioned today: leslielovin@gmail.com https://www.wmustore.com/seeking-refuge-a-refugee-simulation ibsa.com/women carmenhalsey@ibsa.org

Carmen is joined today by Leslie Lovin of Springfield Illinois.  Leslie is married to Brad Lovin who serves as the Mission Director at IBSA.  Leslie shares about her coming to know Christ and how she and her family engage their neighbors on their community mission field through simple conversations.  This is part one of a two part conversation that will conclude next week. leslielovin@ gmail.com c...

Carmen is joined today by Jennifer Damotte of Morton Illinois.  Jennifer serves as the Minister of Education and Worship at First Baptist Church in Morton.  She shares with Carmen about the way God has orchestrated her family life and ministry for His glory.  Listen and be encouraged in how God reveals His perfect plan in our lives.   Jennifer's email:  jennifer@firstbaptistmorton.com Morton First...

Carmen is joined today by Stephanie Shouse of First Baptist Church in Ramsey, Illinois.  Stephanie shares how God has moved her into a new ministry opportunity serving as a Marketplace Chaplain.  Listen and be encouraged in how God is working in this ministry. Resources mentioned today: https://fbcramsey.org https://mchapusa.com/become-a-chaplain/ https://notsoperfectpw.wordpress.com stephanieshou...

Carmen is joined today by Paula Joy of Mt. Vernon Illinois.  Paula serves as the Director of Development and Marketing at Baptist Children's Home and Family Services.  She shares with the ladies today about how much scripture plays a role in her life and how she has grown as a result of being intentional in her time with God.   Resources mentioned today: bchfs.com ibsa.com/women paula.joy@bchfs.co...

Carmen is joined today by Mindy Dilg of Dahlgren Illinois.  Mindy serves as the social media specialist for Illinois Baptist Women.  She shares today how God stilled her and her family and is bringing them to the next stage.  Hear how God is using Mindy's gifts to open new opportunities. Resources mentioned today: IBSA Edge class & cohorts: contact carmenhalsey@ibsa.org Mindy's contact info: mindy...

Join Carmen as she discusses women's discipleship with Chrystie Cole. AWSOM Registration: https://www.ibsa.org/awsom-conference/?fbclid=IwAR09NBy9-EFVIbgEZzH1-wFXzfRBaOJC0vRoq4b3wQZfWVWqIRuF2JMO5uQ AWSOM Promo Video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WbLezDMMW9bf-OIveNZiZuT_miqYGBC0/view?usp=sharing The resources Chrystie mentioned can be found at https://gracechurchsc.org/connect/discipleship/women...

Carmen is joined today by Tammy Butler and Linda Darden of Raymond Baptist Church. Tammy and Linda share about the unique situation they find themselves in since Linda and her husband Jerry have joined Raymond Baptist Church.  Listen to how God is working and moving in Raymond.   Resources listed today: https://www.facebook.com/RBCRaymond. IL lindadarden@ibsa.org tammybutler@ibsa.org carmenhalsey@...

Carmen is joined today by Nancy Taylor of Net Community Church in Staunton, Illinois.  Nancy shares how God created a new heart in her at age 60 and she became a Jesus follower and lover of the Word.  Nancy shares about the transformation in her life and how it has changed her for the better.   Contacts mentioned today: Nancy's email:  njt1040@gmail.com ibsa.org/women carmenhalsey@ibsa.org

Carmen is joined today by Brianna Trowbridge of Samaria Baptist Church in Albion, Illinois.  Brianna and her husband Nathanial serve as foster parents currently to two young brothers alongside their three biological children.  Brianna shares about the foster care journey and how we as the church can walk alongside them and encourage them. Resources mentioned today: trowbridge0605@gmail.com carmenh...

Carmen is joined today by Amy Richards of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Decatur Illinois.  Amy shares about the birth of ReFramed Ministries and how the ministry is helping women through grief.   Resources mentioned today: https://www.facebook.com/ReFramedMinistries #reframedministries amy@tbc.church carmenhalsey@ibsa.org  

Carmen is joined today by Becky Gardener.  Becky made history as the first woman to serve as the Chair of the Board of Trustees of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in North Carolina. Becky is married to Joe Gardner who serves as Director of Missions for the Metro Peoria Association and is a Zone Consultant for IBSA. Be encouraged by their conversation around what we can do for the Kingdom...

Carmen is joined today by recent college graduate Rachel Van Bebber.  Rachel grew up as part of Meadowbrook Baptist Church in Auburn, Illinois.  She shares with Carmen about how to walk alongside the young women of our churches.  Listen and be encouraged by the way God is working in the lives of our young Illinois Baptist Women. Contact information: ibsa.org/women carmenhalsey@ibsa.org rachelvanbe...

Carmen is joined today by Ailee Taylor of Staunton, Illinois.  Amy and her husband Derek planted the Net Community Church in Staunton.  Ailee shares today how God has used everything in her life to bring her to where she is serving now.  From her early career in corporate America, making the transition to stay at home mom, serving her community food pantry, church administration, and now to her wo...

Carmen is joined today by Jacqueline Scott of Harrisburg, Illinois.  Jacqueline is a member of First Baptist Church Harrisburg which is part of the Saline Baptist Association.  Today they talk about how God continues to give us new direction in how to serve Him and how we can encourage other women to do the same. Resources mentioned today: https://www.facebook.com/jacqueline.scott.35574 Jacqueline...

Carmen is joined today by Lindsay Wineinger who is now serving as the Woman's Missionary Union State President for Illinois.  Lindsay shares today about her family adventures in business in Princeville Illinois.  They also discuss a vision for the coming year for Illinois Baptist Women under Lindsay's leadership.   Resources mentioned today and to contact Lindsay: lindsay@wineingerfarms.com IG ::...

Carmen is joined today by Jill McNicol who shares about the literacy program Language Olympics.  The Language Olympics material is designed to use Bible stories to teach others to read.  Jill shares the importance of reading skills throughout life and how this material combines Bible truths with learning for a positive outcome.   Language Olympics website: https://www.languageolympics.org One-on-o...

Carmen is joined today by Christina Goble.  Christina serves along her husband Rex at Clarksville Baptist Church in Marshall Illinois.  Christina shares about her love for Christ and how prayer plays such a vital role in her daily life.     https://www.facebook.com/clarksvillebaptist.il/  

Carmen is joined today by Makenzie Goble of Casey Illinois.  Makenzie shares an encouraging message of the importance of discipleship along with exciting news about how God is using her and her husband, Jacob.  This fall, Makenzie and Jacob will leave the comfort of their home church to become church planters.  She shares about their journey to plant the Rooted Community Church in Lebanon, Illinoi...

Carmen is joined today by Ashley Covell of Sterling, Illinois.  Ashley attends Emmanuel Baptist Church in Sterling.  She joins us today to share how God is moving in her church and her life.  She is another example of an ordinary woman, serving an Extraordinary God!   https://ebcsterling.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ashley.cappcovell    

Carmen is joined today by Missy Doyle.  Missy has served as the Illinois WMU President until 2021, when she and her family moved to Mississippi in July.  We get a chance to catch up with Missy and be reminded why we loved her Closet Talks last year leading up to Priority.  Missy's husband Dwayne is the Pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Ocean Springs, Mississippi and they are adjusting to life a...

Carmen is joined today by Misty Lucas.  Misty works as the Executive Director of the Madison Adoption Associates, helping families find each other.  She shares how God has used her vocation to help families in various situations over the years and how her family welcomed another daughter through adoption.   Contact Misty: https://www.madisonadoption.org/misty-lucas/ Priority Conference https://www...

Carmen is joined today by Sharon Carty.  Sharon is a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Carlinville and a long time leader of Illinois Baptist Women.  Sharon shares with us today how her role has changed in leadership, she is now serving as a director of the new food ministry that the Illinois Baptist Disaster Relief has undertaken since the pandemic.  Sharon encourages us to be obedient in what...

Carmen is joined today by Barb Troeger.  Along with being a colleague at the Illinois Baptist State Association, Barb is a member of Riverton First Baptist Church where her husband Kip is the pastor.  Barb shares about how God continues to work in her life through her love of learning and serving others. Links mentioned in today's podcast: https://www.rivertonfirstbaptistchurch.com https://www.fac...