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This is a podcast is about finding freedom from perfectionism to show up for the life God has for you. Mom life is messy, unpredictable and just plain hard sometimes, but isn’t it also amazing? I believe God uses it all to grow us into the women He wants us to be. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andreafortenberry/support
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Are you ready to listen in on some practical, inspiring and fun conversations on leadership, lovingly welcoming moms and sharing Jesus? Join our Leadership Experience team as we sit down with some of our friends and talk about how God wants to use us to lead the women in our community to be better mothers, wives and children of God.
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Welcome to Episode 101 of The Perfectionist's Guide to Mothering! In this episode, I'm interviewing my friend Stacey Morgan. We chat about her current season and have a follow-up conversation to our friendship series from a few summers ago. A few handy links include: ⁠The Perfectionist's Guide to Friendship - E51⁠ Stacey's website: ⁠staceymorgan200…
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We've moved to weekly episodes! We would love for you to help us spread the word. First, leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Then take a screenshot while you’re listening, post it to your social media and tag @momcoleaders. We’ll enter you into a drawing to win some great prizes! Every second Thursday of the month one of our cohosts …
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In this episode, Sherri Crandall talks with Krista Gilbert, one of our Wild Hope curriculum speakers, about true hospitality and how it’s much simpler than we may realize. Krista Gilbert is a life coach, author, speaker, and co-host of the popular podcasts Our Time To Rise and Leaders Thrive Here. As a Life Designer, she’s on a mission to help othe…
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Welcome to Episode 100 of The Perfectionist's Guide toMothering! For this celebration, we have a special host, Stacey Morgan, who is interviewing Andrea all about the podcast, what she's learned, who her dream guest is and more! A few handy links include: The Perfectionist's Guide to Friendship - E51 Stacey's website: staceymorgan2000.com Stacey's …
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In this monthly bonus episode, our three cohosts chat through some of the discussion questions found in this year’s Be Extra meeting plan. If you are a leader of a MomCo meetup, you can find the meeting plan on the leader site. You can find Sherri's email newsletter signup here. Want to find a group to join? Or maybe you want to start your own grou…
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Executive Leadership Coaches Andrea Fortenberry and Destiny Leahy chat about how MomCo leaders can use summer effectively, as both a time to rest and prepare for the year ahead. They share five helpful principles to help you and your team. Helpful links referenced in this episode include: MomCo Coordinator Community FB Group MomCo Training Site: tr…
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Welcome to Episode 98 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! Today we're talking about battling burnout. Some of the resources I mention in this episode include: Maycember by The Holderness Family It Wasn't Roaring, It Was Weeping by Lisa-Jo Baker* Out of the Ordinary Podcast Just a reminder that you can connect with me via: ⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram @andr…
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Sherri Crandall interviews Katherine Wolf about her story and how she lives a hopeful life despite suffering. Katherine Wolf is a survivor and advocate who leverages her redemptive story to encourage those with broken bodies, broken brains, and broken hearts. Her latest book, Treasures in the Dark, is available now. In 2017, she and her husband Jay…
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In this monthly bonus episode, our three cohosts chat through some of the discussion questions found in this year’s Say Yes to Awkward Leadership meeting plan. If you are a leader of a MomCo meetup, you can find the meeting plan on the leader site. Want to find a group to join? Or maybe you want to start your own group! We'd love to connect with yo…
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Welcome to Episode 97 of The Perfectionist’s Guide toMothering! Today I’m chatting with my friend BeckyBeresford. Becky lives in North Carolina and is happily outnumbered by her husband and three wonderfulboys. She is an author, speaker, and coach with a master's certificate in Spiritual Formation and Discipleship from Moody Theological Seminary. B…
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MomCo Vice Presidents, Sherri Crandall and Kelli Smith, share all about our new theme for next year, Wild Hope. You can watch our theme reveal video, take a look at a sneak peek of our curriculum and more here. Head here to find more information about renewing your Meetup. Want to find a MomCo Meetup to join? Or maybe you want to start your own! We…
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Sometimes it can feel intimidating or overwhelming to talk about what Jesus has done in your life. In this episode, Jennifer Iverson and Melodi Leih talk about how to share your Jesus story simply and powerfully.   Want to find a MomCo Meetup to join? Or maybe you want to start your own! We'd love to connect with you. Send us a direct message on In…
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In this monthly bonus episode, our three cohosts chat through the rest of the discussion questions found in this year’s Mother From Your Worth meeting plan. If you are a leader of a MomCo meetup, you can find the meeting plan on the leader site. Want to find a group to join? Or maybe you want to start your own group! We'd love to connect with you. …
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In this monthly bonus episode, our three cohosts chat through some of the discussion questions found in this year’s Mother From Your Worth meeting plan. Tune into Part 2 next week! If you are a leader of a MomCo meetup, you can find the meeting plan on the leader site. Want to find a group to join? Or maybe you want to start your own group! We'd lo…
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Welcome to Episode 96 of The Perfectionist’s Guide toMothering! Today we're talking about contentment. Some of the resources I mention in this episode include: Philippians 4:11-13 Girls with Swords by Lisa Bevere* The MomCo Leader Podcast The Next Right Thing by Emily P. Freeman* The Next Right Thing Podcast Just a reminder that you can connect wit…
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In this episode, Andrea Fortenberry interviews Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of Growing Slow, to talk about how to embrace a growing slow mindset and live in your season. Jennifer Dukes Lee is a storyteller and a grace dweller. She is also the author of Stuff I'd Only Tell God, It’s All Under Control, and other books. Once upon a time, she didn’t beli…
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Welcome to Episode 95 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! Today I’m chatting with my friend Megan Wright. Megan believes that her assignment from God is to help women find confidence in Christ. Her exuberant passion for scripture has brought the Bibleto life in a fresh way for audiences across the country. She boldly teaches how to experienc…
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In this monthly bonus episode, our three cohosts chat through the discussion questions found in this year’s Soul Care meeting plan. If you are a leader of a MomCo meetup, you can find the meeting plan on the leader site. Want to find a group to join? Or maybe you want to start your own group! We'd love to connect with you. Send us a direct message …
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Releasing Control – Jennifer Iverson and Stacey Morgan talk about the challenge of delegating and releasing control as a leader. "If you can't delegate for yourself, delegate for the sake of those you're leading and working with." - Stacey Morgan You can connect with Stacey Morgan here: (staceymorgan2000.com) Learn more about The MomCo! Find a grou…
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Welcome to Episode 94 of The Perfectionist’s Guide toMothering! Today I’m chatting with Kendra Roehl and Julie Fisk. Kendra and Julie are Central Minnesota authors and collectively, they are mom to seven kids between the ages of 10-32. They believe in the immense power of authentic community and of intentionally living one’s faith out loud through …
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Executive Leadership Coaches Andrea Fortenberry and Laurie Jarvis talk about a new perspective: how seeing ourselves through God’s eyes can help us see and love others better. Book Recommendation: I Said This, You Heard That by Kathleen Edelman *MomCo Leaders have access to our curriculum videos from Kathleen, called A Grown Up's Guide to Your Kids…
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Just a reminder that my application for interns is still open until January 31st, just a few more days! Head to ⁠andreafortenberry.com/intern⁠ Some of the resources I mention in this episode: Power Sheets Erin Condren Monthly Planner Winnie's Great War by Lindsay Mattick* Just a reminder that you can connect with me via: ⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Instagram@andreafort…
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In this monthly bonus episode, our three cohosts chat through the discussion questions found in this year’s Say Yes meeting plan. If you are a leader of a MomCo meetup, you can find the meeting plan on the leader site. Want to find a group to join? Or maybe you want to start your own group! We'd love to connect with you. Send us a direct message on…
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Welcome to Episode 92 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! Today I’m replaying an episode from last year with my friend Sarah Martin. Just a reminder that my application for interns is still open! Head to andreafortenberry.com/intern Sarah Martin is a wife, mom, author, and a Certified FASTer Way Health & Wellness Coach. She is passionate abo…
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In this first episode as The MomCo Leader Podcast, Sherri Crandall and our President and CEO, Mandy Arioto, chat all about the transition from MOPS to The MomCo. Exciting things are ahead! View our Founder's Video and hear more about our rebrand. Check out the Motherhood Today study in partnership with Barna. Get your new MomCo merch today!…
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Welcome to Episode 91 of The Perfectionist’s Guide toMothering! Today I’m answering your questions! Here are links to some of the resources I mention: The MomCo by MOPS International Citrus Pear My application for interns My Insider Team Facebook Group My amazing agent, Barb Roose Toastmasters International E67: Start Slowly The MomCo Leader Podcas…
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Sherri Crandall and Jennifer Iverson announce some exciting updates for the podcast, including a new co-host. Learn about a few of our favorite things and end-of-the-year rhythms. Sherri Crandall - VP of Global Ministries and Leadership Experience Jennifer Iverson - Associate Director of Leadership Development Andrea Fortenberry - Executive Leaders…
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Welcome to Episode 90 of The Perfectionist's Guide to Mothering! I'm continuing the conversation all about the holidays with my friend, Jennifer Iverson. Find her at⁠ jenniferiverson.com⁠ and ⁠on Instagram @ivymamma.⁠ In this episode we dive into the practical: activities and traditions, gift giving, budgeting and saving money, food, and some of ou…
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Our lives as moms and leaders are full of transitions. Kelli Jordan and Jennifer Iverson talk about the different phases of transitions and our responses to them. Nicki Koziarz's book, "Your New Now" defines the Four Phases of Life Transitions as: Development Separation Cultivation Finishing Follow Kelli Jordan at her blog, Looking for Good.…
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Welcome to Episode 89 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! We are officially in the Christmas season and it’s such an exciting time of the year! To help you for your holidays, I’m replaying two of my most popular episodes, Part 1 and 2 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to the Holidays that I recorded with my friend, Jennifer Iverson. Find her at⁠⁠…
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Welcome to Episode 88 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! Today I’m sharing my conversation with Jodi Kinasewitz. Jodi is a previous guest of the podcast, you can check our conversation on Navigating Mental Health Issues in Episode 31. She is the author of Soulful Surrender: Learning to Do Less So God Can Do More*, which we chat about in thi…
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Jeannie Blackmer is an author and MOPS staffer who lives in Boulder, Colorado. She's been writing professionally for more than 30 years and her favorite type of writing is storytelling. Today Jeannie tells her own story of loss and rebuilding and shares with us what she learned about God in the process. jeannieblackmer.com Verse mentioned in this e…
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Welcome to Episode 87 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! Today I’m sharing my conversation with Laura Haver, author of Play Together: Games & Activities for the Whole Family to Boost Creativity, Connection & Mindfulness.* Laura Haver is obsessed with uncovering the secrets of how to live an unstoppable and joyful life. She is a mom, life co…
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Jennifer Iverson chats with Kelli Smith, VP of Marketing and Strategic Partnerships about the brand new Barna study, Motherhood Today. Learn interesting data to share with your church leadership and how your group can help reach moms and families in your community. Moms need community Churches can meet that need. Moms are valuable to a child's fait…
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Welcome to Episode 86 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! Today I want to talk to you about something I’ve been hearing about lately: limiting beliefs. In this episode we talk about: What are limiting beliefs? What are your limiting beliefs? How changing your limiting beliefs can change your life Resources I mention in this episode include: …
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In this Say Yes year, Jennifer chats with Sarah Ferraro about what it means to say yes intentionally, not say yes to everything. These tips can help us combat the burnout that can plague moms and leaders. Items Mentioned in episode: Connections: the Podcast, episode 51 The Listening Life: Embracing Attentiveness in a World of Distraction Organizati…
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Welcome to Episode 85 of The Perfectionist's Guide to Mothering! I'm so excited to be chatting with my very funny friend, Noelle Rhodes, all about strategies for the sports mom. We are both moms of kids in sports and have some insight and tips to help you if you are a sports mom or if you become one in the future. In case you don’t know her, Noelle…
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Welcome to Episode 84 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! Today I’m sharing my conversation with Molly DeFrank, author of Digital Detox: The Two Week Tech Reset for Kids.* Molly is a mom to six children, three boys and three girls, ages six to thirteen. She spends most of her time telling them to put on their shoes. She helps parents get bac…
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Welcome to Episode 83 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! I am so excited to share this episode. I had the privilege of interviewing my high school biology teacher, Rick Cole. We talk about what moms can do (and stop doing) to help their kids' educational journey, how we can love and support teachers, and much more! He offers such great wisd…
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Welcome to Episode 82 of The Perfectionist's Guide to Mothering! Today I'm so excited to welcome my mentor and friend, Alli Worthington, back to the podcast.⁠ (You can listen to Episode 9: Standing Strong with Alli here.) ⁠ This time, we're chatting all about her new book, ⁠Remaining You While Raising Them.* ⁠ We talk about how modern motherhood is…
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We are excited to see groups kick off the Say Yes year. As leaders, you are not behind! MOPS provides all the resources you need to plan your year. Don’t reinvent the wheel -listen as Kelli and Jennifer share what MOPS has already created for you. Every meeting should include three elements: Invite: Market Group tab at leader.mops.org Manage Group …
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Welcome to Episode 81 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! This is the last episode of our Body & Soul Summer Series. It's been fun to chat through topics to help us as moms, body and soul. Today I'm talking about mom overwhelm: why we feel it and the cure for it from Psalm 23. Some of the resources I mention in this episode include: Psalm 23…
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Our theme verse for this Say Yes year talks about the small things in life. Jennifer sits down with Executive Leadership Coach, Andrea Fortenberry, and talks through the five times the phrase “small” is mentioned in our theme write up. A self-proclaimed recovering perfectionist, Andrea offers a unique perspective on how to approach the small things…
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Welcome to Episode 80 of The Perfectionist’s Guide to Mothering! Right now we’re right in the middle of our Body & Soul Summer Series and today’s episode is about the body, particularly pelvic floor health. I think we’ve all heard of the pelvic floor, but maybe aren’t sure what it is or how to take care of it. That’s why I invited Dr. Kate Palmer t…
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