The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast CNLP 739 | Young and Fighting About Money, Sex and Power: Ashley and Jaime Wooldridge on How They Radically Transformed Their Marriage and Went On To Lead One of America's Fastest Growing Churches
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Jul 3, 2025 
Ashley Wooldridge, the inspiring senior pastor at Christ Church of the Valley, joins his wife Jaime, a passionate software engineer, to discuss their transformative journey through marriage. They candidly share their struggles with money, intimacy, and leadership dynamics, emphasizing the importance of open communication and radical generosity. Their stories illuminate how embracing vulnerability not only strengthened their relationship but also enhanced their ministry, offering valuable insights for listeners seeking to navigate their own relational challenges.
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How Ashley and Jaime Met
- Ashley and Jaime met at Bible college and started dating shortly after.
- Ashley invited Jaime to a volleyball game using the carpool lane as a smooth invite.
Jaime's Russian Journey of Faith
- Jaime was a foreign exchange student in Russia during the 90s Cold War.
- Military interruptions on her week-long train trip deepened her faith and relationship with God.
Jaime's Tough Start at Intel
- Jaime cried every day for six months after starting at Intel.
- She felt overwhelmed and unprepared compared to her highly trained coworkers.
