Monthly Archives: March 2009
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We hope you enjoy this first edition of EveryWoman!
Talking
My husband works long hours, and when he comes home I have to physically bite my lip to stop me throwing all my saved up words at him! See, there’s a theory that women say more words than men, and … Continue reading
Snow and Skid Tracks
It’s snowed!!! The entirety (or so it seems) of Britain has been thrown into chaos, billions of pounds have been lost from work hours, there have been lots and lots of all kinds of accidents in the last few … Continue reading
Ordinary Miracles
Recently I’ve been reflecting a bit on how I live my day-to-day life with God. I think we all know the theory that God is with us in all things, that he is present and interested, but how much does that affect the … Continue reading
Helen Askew
I’m Helen Askew – in the dawn of my 30s, wife to Ben and mum to Callum (2) living in Sheffield, UK. Trying to learn how to be part of the Kingdom of God increasing in my city, I lead a … Continue reading
Coat of Many Colors
I bought a new coat recently. It is smart and expensive-looking, and I feel good wearing it. We don’t have the income right now to buy nice clothes, so this coat is a treat. When I wear it, I walk … Continue reading
A Parallel Between Parents and God
I was musing on ‘The Shack’ by William P Young. It’s about a guy with a religious background who goes through some horrendous experiences. The book describes his journey and portrays the idea that Christianity is all about relationship … Continue reading
Do
As a mother, one of my favourite bible verses is probably “Children, obey your parents” (Eph 6:1a)! Doesn’t it feel amazing on those rare occasions when your children do exactly what you say, straight away, without complaining?! I was … Continue reading
Facing Grief
February 8, 2007, my dad, Jose Madrigal, passed away at 11:48 p.m. It was the single worst day of my life. Words cannot describe how awful that day was for me, for our family. Our world was completely shattered. On … Continue reading
Trials
James 1:2-4 “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not … Continue reading
Jo Parkins – guest writer
Jo Parkins is a 30-something full-time mother of two young children. She lives in York in the UK where her husband, Matt, who is a pastor at York Elim Church; that makes her a vicar’s wife, but she doesn’t do … Continue reading
Sarah Winston
Sarah lives in Phoenix, Arizona. She is wife to Johnny and mom to Lily and Claire. She works in administration at a large church, and privately struggles to sift the reality of God from the business of church. While she’d … Continue reading
Alicia Lynn
Alicia Lynn is a 26-year-old stay-at-home mom in Glendale, AZ. She and her husband Greg have been married for four years and have two wonderful daughters. Alicia has her hands full with Lydia and Isabel who are only 11.5 months … Continue reading
Welcome to Everywoman
Welcome to Everywoman! Welcome to what we hope will be a gathering point for all things woman—women at work, in leadership, at home, single and married, women missionaries and more. We’re simply sharing our thoughts and reflecting on being a … Continue reading
NOT BEING INTIMIDATED BY PROVERBS 31 – part 1
The other day I read Proverbs 31:10-31, the wife of noble character, and it started a process of me thinking – what is a godly woman/wife? Now, I am no theologian, but this is some of the journey that this … Continue reading
Transition
Transition is a funny thing. It can be joyful and frightful all at the same time. Some days you love it and on other days, you may find yourself in a pool of tears. For those of us who like … Continue reading
Lorna Birchenall
My name is Lorna. I was brought up in the north of England by two loving parents. I chose to do nursing as a career out of desperation for a choice, and now thank God that he knew it was … Continue reading
Jo Saxton
Jo originally comes from London, England, but has lived in Phoenix, AZ since 2003. She works as a church coach for 3dministries (www.3dministries.com ) and is a speaker and writer. Jo is married to a wonderful guy named Chris, a Lutheran … Continue reading
Back for Good
Hello again. From my childhood and throughout my teens, I kept a diary, religiously. Devotedly. And flicking through the pages you could always tell when I was having a bad day, a rough time. Not because of the essays written, … Continue reading
Amazing Housewife
My attitude to housework is changeable to say the least. This week I have had a bit of an amazing housewife week! It makes a huge difference to all our lives when I’ve taken myself in hand and applied myself … Continue reading
