After decades of ministry in small churches — including years as a pastor’s wife — Abigail Doust has learned what truly serves women and what quietly pushes them away.

In this episode, we talk honestly about moving beyond stereotypes, events-for-events’-sake, and one-person leadership, and toward ministry that helps women feel seen, known, and spiritually formed.

This is a grounded, experience-rich conversation about gathering women well, building teams, and creating space for authentic faith to grow.

In this episode, we talk about:

The difference between women’s ministry and a ministry that actually serves women
Why many women quietly avoid church events — and what changes that
How small teams and shared leadership create healthier ministry
What discipleship looks like when we focus on the whole person, not attendance

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