The Priority Now Podcast

Carmen is joined today by Nikki Tibbetts of First Baptist Church of Machesney Park.  Nikki has been a homeschool mom for all three of her children and is a valuable resource for others.  Nikki shares how she became a liaison between the home learners and the school during the pandemic with the Rockford Lutheran School district.  She shares with Carmen how we can support and encourage families duri...

Carmen is joined today by Alicia Woodman of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Carlinville, Illinois.  Alicia shares what is like to live life from a wheelchair.  As a young woman living with spina bifida, Alicia opens our eyes to some everyday things we don't always notice. Resources mentioned in today's podcast: https://ebccarlinville.org https://www.facebook.com/beinginawheelchair https://www.mswheelch...

Carmen is joined today by Jennifer Smith of Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church in Jacksonville Illinois.  Jennifer is currently living and serving in the Middle East.  She joins Carmen today to share about the plan to help Illinois Baptist Women find renewed joy in prayer.  Jennifer is leading the Prayer Team for Priority Conference and welcomes volunteers to join her in prayer. To become a prayer part...

Today Carmen visits with Debbie Giacomo from Oak Grove Baptist Church in Pinckneyville, Illinois.  Debbie shares how she has experienced God in the different seasons of her life.  She demonstrates the way our extraordinary God uses ordinary women everyday. Links to resources mentioned today: Experiencing God Debbie Giacomo Facebook Oak Grove Baptist Church - Pinckneyville WMU Podcast - David Georg...

Carmen is joined today by Lisa Hannel of First Baptist Church in Pleasant Hill, Illinois.  Lisa is married to Pastor Don Hannel, and serves on the staff of the Pleasant Hill school district.  She brings insight to help us understand how the pandemic has introduced new challenges to the schools and teachers, along with upcoming proposed legislation.  It is tough to work in the school system, and th...

Carmen is joined today by Grace Baker of University Baptist Church in Macomb Illinois.  Grace recently celebrated her 100th birthday in January, and today she shares about her life.  They are also joined by Pastor Rich Barnett who shares how having Grace as a church member enriches their congregation.   Links mentioned today: https://www.ubcmacomb.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ubcmacomb  

Carmen talks today with Amy Neibel of Carmi First Baptist Church. Carmen and Amy recall a mission trip they took together to South Asia and how they experienced an event that continues to have profound influence in their lives.   Special note:  this recording originally included more members of that mission team, but due to technical issues had to be recorded again.  Our plan is to share more from...

Carmen is joined today by Sandy Thomas of First Baptist Church  Pleasant Hill.  Sandy shares how God had taken her from her small town of Pleasant Hill, Illinois, to all around the world as the wife of an Army Chaplain.  God has shown up at every stop of Sandy's journey and given her strength to conquer her fears.  Sandy is now leading and mentoring women in her church, back in Pleasant Hill.   Re...

Carmen is joined today by one of our own Illinois Baptist young women, 20 year old Brooklyn.  We are not sharing her full name because Brooklyn is preparing to enter into a year of service on the mission field and we are conscious of security.  Hear Brooklyn share her story of how she is putting her nursing career on hold to answer God's call to the mission field. Resources mentioned today include...

Carmen visits with Sarah Bordewick who serves a the Director of Family Ministry at First Baptist Church in Mt Zion, Illinois.  Sarah shares about her heart for missions and how God has placed her on mission fields that don't always look like she expected.  She encourages us to rest in where God has us.   "Where ever you are, be all there."  Jim Elliot First Baptist Church Mt Zion Illinois . Jesus...

Carmen is joined today by Hadley Stephens of Metropolis Illinois.  Hadley is an inspiring young woman who shares with us how God is using her disability to further His kingdom.  Hadley leads the non profit Rolling in Faith, which serves the special needs community with opportunities to know Jesus.  Hadley is available to share about how to do something similar in your church through the contact in...

Carmen talks with Jonathan and Emily Martin about family worship in your home.  Jonathan and Emily are worship leaders who share about their newest project "God of Generations;" a worship album for the whole family.     WEBSITE - www.jonathanandemilymartin.com FAMILY WORSHIP INITIATIVE - www.jonathanandemilymartin.com/familyworshipinitiative LYRIC & MOTIONS WORSHIP VIDEOS FOR KIDS MIN -  https://j...

Carmen talks with Robin Long about grief and the benefits of being part of a Grief Share group.   For more information and resources: www.griefshare.org Carmen's webinar on Grief Share: https://register.gotowebinar.com/recording/7337652831965831938 IBSA Lending Library: https://www.ibsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Lending-Library-Master-List.pdf    

Carmen is joined this week by Rita Klundt of Pekin Illinois.  Rita is a member of Liberty Baptist Church in Pekin Illinois.  Rita shares how her writing has opened doors to help others see God at work in their lives.         Connect with Rita on Facebook:   RITA KLUNDT - Rita Klundt   Goliath's Mountain book: https://www.amazon.com/Goliaths-Mountain-Rita-Klundt/dp/1512794198   Scrivenings Press LL...

Carmen finishes her conversation with Nelda Smothers about how God has used her life on mission to make His name known.  Nelda shares more stories of the God moments in her ministry.  Listen and be encouraged by this faithful servant.  

Carmen is joined today by Nelda Smothers of Metropolis Illinois who shares how God has used her on the mission field.  After becoming a young widow, 30 years ago, Nelda began a new phase of her life that has taken her around the world sharing the Gospel.  

Carmen is joined today by Judy Taylor of Dorrisville Baptist Church in Harrisburg Illinois.  Along with serving alongside her husband DeWayne, Judy operates an Air BnB apartment.  Judy shares how this marketplace endeavor has allowed her to continue to show hospitality and serve God.   Dorrisville Baptist Church:   http://dorrisville.com Dave Ramsey resources: https://www.daveramsey.com Business B...

Join Carmen as she talks hospitality with DeWanna Oliver.  DeWanna shares ways that she and her husband Joe have used the gift of hospitality to love others over the years.  DeWanna shares her joy in Christ and challenges us to love others.  

This week Carmen shares her vision for Illinois Baptist Women around hospitality, discipleship, and encouraging one another.     ibsa.org/women Rosaria Butterfield - The Gospel Comes with a House Key https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Comes-House-Key-Post-Christian/dp/143355786X

Carmen talks today with Amy Cordova who serves as the Missions and Women's Ministry Partner for Oklahoma Baptists.  Carmen and Amy share about the upcoming One Day One Focus women's event.  Along with being a leader in women's ministry Oklahoma, Amy is a pastor's wife and mother of young children.   Register for One Day One Focus here: https://www.accelevents.com/e/onedayonefocus Contact Amy here:...

Carmen discusses the upcoming AWSOM conference with Dawn Wright of First Baptist Church in Casey and Bri Henry of Cornerstone Church in Savoy.  Both ladies share how they are using the AWSOM conference to minister to the student girls in their churches.   Bri Henry - http://cornerstonesavoy.org Dawn Wright - http://caseyfbc.com Register here for AWSOM  

Carmen talks with Sue Hodnett of Michigan.  Sue is the State Director of Women's Ministries and Executive Director of Michigan WMU.  Sue discusses how God is working in her state as well as in her own life.   The Baptist Press article about the Women's Ministry Center can be found here: http://m.bpnews.net/tags?t=WMU&page=1 Contact information for Sue Hodnett and The Baptist State Convention of Mi...

Carmen talks with Jenny Binkley and Alyssa Merritt of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Decatur Illinois.  Jenny and Alyssa talk about discipleship within their church.  Jenny and Alyssa also lead the Illinois Baptist Women Connection Group REfresh for Pastor's Wives. You can register for the connection group here:   https://tinyurl.com/y45hztu9  For more information on Tabernacle Baptist Church click...

Carmen visits with Alyssa Caudill of Carmi First Baptist Church.  Alyssa shares how she was discipled as a young woman and how she now disciples others.  It is an encouragement to hear how God continues to work through generations of faithful women.

Carmen continues to talk with Lori McDaniel about discipleship.  Today they discuss how to disciple within your family and your friends.  Lori also shares how she is currently drawing closer to the Lord in her daily life. Connect with Lori through instagram @lorimmcdaniel