Upstream Pursuit

Happy New Year's Pursuers! In this episode we discuss some ways we can spend your New Year's day as we go upstream!  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRuiz.com Instagram: @narcelyr...

 In this episode, we pause to reflect on the reason for the season with an original Christmas song written and sung by co-host Narcely Ruiz.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRuiz.com Insta...

Grab your hot cocoa and cookies and join us as we take a stroll down memory lane, discussing some of the most fun, memorable and impactful episode moments of 2023.   If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: ww...

In this episode, we share who Elizabeth is and how God’s fulfilled promises in her life are not just central to the Christmas story, but also offer hope to all of us.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website:...

In this episode, we invite our listeners to look back at their own goals as we look back at ours and take an honest assessment of this year’s progress while also celebrating the transformations that took place.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the l...

When things are going great, it is quite easy to give thanks. But what happens when things do not go according to plan? In this episode, we find encouragement in three Bible stories, where gratitude was offered at unexpected times.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ an...

In previous episodes we talked about the importance of giving thanks but in this episode we explore what benefits could come out of giving thanks, if any. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyR...

Episode Description: In this episode, we discuss 4 benefits of serving in the local church.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRuiz.com Instagram: @narcelyruiz / @upstreampursuit  If you’re...

 In this episode, we discuss where we can draw our passion from when serving our local church and Erica and Narcely share their own experiences along the way.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. Nar...

In this episode, we search for wisdom and guidance in the Scriptures to help us serve well and avoid burnout.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRuiz.com Instagram: @narcelyruiz / @upstreamp...

In this episode, we chat about our own experiences of serving in the church and search for clarity on the topic of church burnout.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRuiz.com Instagram: @nar...

In this episode we discuss ways we can approach decisions while not allowing our own insecurities and fears get in the way.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRuiz.com Instagram: @narcelyrui...

In this episode, we go over questions Jesus asked that we could model after to love well and take our relationships beyond superficial levels. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRuiz.com Inst...

In this episode, we look to Scripture for a few insights on what to avoid in friendships.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRuiz.com Instagram: @narcelyruiz / @upstreampursuit  If you’re a...

In this episode Narcely and Erica dissect their own friendship, explore how to go beyond the superficial conversations and straight to the soul , and offer some ideas on how to take friendships to the next level. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the...

In this episode, we discuss one simple tool we can use to grow our relationship with Christ, refresh our faith and make devotion to Christ a daily priority.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. Narce...

In this episode, our guest Kathy Ramsdell, recounts an exchange she had with a Muslim student about Jesus and lessons learned on sharing Truth in love.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRui...

In this episode, our guest Kathy Ramsdell, shares how hosting an exchange student prompted her to start a personal ministry with young adults in Pakistan.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. Narcely...

We are back with Jamie, who last week shared her experience doing missionary work overseas and the blessings and challenges that come with that kind of work. This week, she shares her wisdom for those who may feel called to spread the good news around the world. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encourage...

In this episode, our guest shares her experiences as a missionary in an Islamic country, the cost of sharing the Gospel and the cost to those who choose to receive Christ.   If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Web...

In Part 2 of this episode, Narcely and Erica, continue the conversation on submission with questions about abusive relationships, dealing with husbands who have broken trust or just don’t want to lead and wives who struggle with submission. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with C...

In Part 1 of this episode, Narcely and Erica chat with Dr. Gilbert Marez, pastor and marriage counselor, to break down the meaning of biblical submission in marriage.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website:...

In this episode, two of our most avid male Pursuers join us for a conversation on fatherhood. We talk about the importance of having a father in the home, its blessings and challenges, as well as qualifications of biblical fatherhood.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ...

Sure, we can choose to not follow current trends, but does that truly mean we are going against the current? In this episode, we explore if there is a difference between being different and going upstream. If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local c...

In this episode, we discuss the Supreme Court's debt relief decision, how it affects borrowers and biblical considerations to move forward.  If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? It helps more women in ministry find the show and be encouraged in their walk with Christ and leadership in the local church. Connect with Narcely: Website: www. NarcelyRuiz.com I...