The Small Church Ministry Podcast 211: What Actually Works in Ministry With Women | with Abigail Doust
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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