Season 2, Episode 5: Lucía Parker

Season 2, Episode 9: Vaneetha Risner

Please note this episode contains conversations about the loss of a child that may be difficult for some listeners. Vaneetha Risner has endured a lot of hardship throughout her life. But the truth she keeps returning to is God’s goodness. In the season finale of the Wycliffe Women of the Word podcast, Beth and Jenn sit down with Vaneetha and discuss her story, how suffering can be a gift and why it’s important for each of us to meet our loved ones in their struggle. You can read more about Vaneetha’s life in her book, “Walking Through Fire: A Memoir of Loss and Redemption.” [https://www.vaneetha.com/walking-through-fire] Recommendations from the episode: * Jenn talked about taking a book or leaving a book at a Little Free Library [https://littlefreelibrary.org/]. * Vaneetha recommended “Journey to the Cross: A 40-Day Lenten Devotional” [https://www.paultripp.com/journey-to-the-cross-a-40-day-lenten-devotional] by Paul Tripp. Ad: Wycliffe USA’s 7-day devotional, “Searching for Significance” [https://www2.wycliffe.org/yoursignificance?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCsignificance] explores different parts of God’s perfect plan for your life, and how he ultimately wants you to find purpose and significance through bringing him glory. Get the devotional today [https://www2.wycliffe.org/yoursignificance?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCsignificance]! All guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Wycliffe Bible Translators USA. Wycliffe Bible Translators USA’s mission is to serve with the global body of Christ to advance Bible translation and work together so people can encounter God through his Word. Keep up with Wycliffe Women of the Word through interviews, articles and more at wycliffe.org/women [https://www.wycliffe.org/women?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=wotw&utm_campaign=wotw].

Season 2, Episode 8: Ginny Owens

Ginny Owens is a singer and songwriter, speaker and author of the book “Singing in the Dark: Finding Hope in the Songs of Scripture.” [https://ginnyowens.com/] Beth and Jenn sit down with Ginny to discuss her story, how she coped with isolation in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the difference between inner grit and inner strength, the power of Scripture and much more. Ad: “God in Full View” [https://www2.wycliffe.org/traveldevo?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCtraveldevo] is Wycliffe Bible Translators USA’s interactive travel journal that explores 10 countries around the world. The free PDF features stunning photography, stories about people we’ve met in our travels in Bible translation, cultural recipes, greeting cards and other hidden treasures. Get it today [https://www2.wycliffe.org/traveldevo?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCtraveldevo]! All guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Wycliffe Bible Translators USA. Wycliffe Bible Translators USA’s mission is to serve with the global body of Christ to advance Bible translation and work together so people can encounter God through his Word. Keep up with Wycliffe Women of the Word through interviews, articles and more at wycliffe.org/women [https://www.wycliffe.org/women?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=wotw&utm_campaign=wotw].

Season 2, Episode 7: Nona Jones

Please note this episode contains conversations about sexual assault and suicide that may be difficult for some listeners. In this week’s episode of the Wycliffe Women of the Word podcast, Beth and Jenn had the privilege to sit down with author, speaker and pastor Nona Jones. Nona talks about her various current ministries, discusses how her childhood trauma shaped the way she thought about herself and God, and speaks about how to find your identity in Christ. You can learn more about Nona at https://www.nonajones.com/ [https://www.nonajones.com/], including her books “From Social Media to Social Ministry: A Guide to Digital Discipleship” [https://www.nonajones.com/socialministry] and “Success from the Inside Out: Power to Rise From the Past to a Fulfilling Future.” [https://www.nonajones.com/success] Recommendations from the episode: * Jenn mentions the book, “Faith Among the Faithless: Learning from Esther How to Live in a World Gone Mad.” [https://www.amazon.com/Faith-Among-Faithless-Learning-Esther/dp/0718097475] Ad: “God in Full View” [https://www2.wycliffe.org/traveldevo?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCtraveldevo] is Wycliffe Bible Translators USA’s interactive travel journal that explores 10 countries around the world. The free PDF features stunning photography, stories about people we’ve met in our travels in Bible translation, cultural recipes, greeting cards and other hidden treasures. Get it today [https://www2.wycliffe.org/traveldevo?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCtraveldevo]! All guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Wycliffe Bible Translators USA. Wycliffe Bible Translators USA’s mission is to serve with the global body of Christ to advance Bible translation and work together so people can encounter God through his Word. Keep up with Wycliffe Women of the Word through interviews, articles and more at wycliffe.org/women [https://www.wycliffe.org/women?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=wotw&utm_campaign=wotw].

Season 2, Episode 6: Jenny Steinbach

Jenny Steinbach, the founder of her.Bible [https://her.bible/], talks with Beth and Jenn about her journey to faith and her work with Cru and The Jesus Film Project. Jenny also discusses what inspired her to create an audio Bible for women and the significant impact that hearing God’s Word read aloud by women has on hearts and lives. Recommendations from the episode: * “Esther: It’s Tough Being a Woman” [https://www.amazon.com/Esther-Its-Tough-Being-Woman/dp/1415865965] by Beth Moore. * Danielle Coke [https://ohhappydani.com/] and her artwork. * Morgan Harper Nichols [https://morganharpernichols.com/]’ art, as well as her books “All Along You Were Blooming: Thoughts for Boundless Living” [https://www.amazon.com/All-Along-You-Were-Blooming/dp/0310454077] and “How Far You Have Come: Musings on Beauty and Courage.” [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08BYZWMCL/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2] Ad: Wycliffe USA’s fun, free e-book, “6 Sweet Ways to Study Scripture” [https://www2.wycliffe.org/savorscripture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCsavorscripture] is a great way to start or deepen your Bible study. Each Bible study method is paired with a flavor of ice cream (as well as learn some ice cream fun facts) to help you savor and crave Scripture. Get it today [https://www2.wycliffe.org/savorscripture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCsavorscripture]! In the interview, Jenny mentioned SIL International. SIL is a primary strategic partner of Wycliffe Bible Translators USA. SIL connects with and serves language communities around the world in order to establish and support the research, translation, training and materials they need for sustainable language development. All guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Wycliffe Bible Translators USA. Wycliffe Bible Translators USA’s mission is to serve with the global body of Christ to advance Bible translation and work together so people can encounter God through his Word. Keep up with Wycliffe Women of the Word through interviews, articles and more at wycliffe.org/women [https://www.wycliffe.org/women?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=wotw&utm_campaign=wotw].

Season 2, Episode 5: Lucía Parker

In this Wycliffe Women of the Word episode, Jenn and Beth had the chance to talk to multiple Dove Award and Latin Grammy nominated artist Lucía Parker. They chat about how Lucía became a worship leader, how her childhood in El Salvador impacted her understanding of what it means to be part of the global body of Christ and much more! Learn more about Lucía and explore her discography: https://luciaparker.com/ [https://luciaparker.com/]. Ad: Wycliffe USA’s fun, free e-book, “6 Sweet Ways to Study Scripture” [https://www2.wycliffe.org/savorscripture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCsavorscripture] is a great way to start or deepen your Bible study. Each Bible study method is paired with a flavor of ice cream (as well as learn some ice cream fun facts) to help you savor and crave Scripture. Get it today [https://www2.wycliffe.org/savorscripture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=PC&utm_campaign=PCsavorscripture]! All guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Wycliffe Bible Translators USA. Wycliffe Bible Translators USA’s mission is to serve with the global body of Christ to advance Bible translation and work together so people can encounter God through his Word. Keep up with Wycliffe Women of the Word through interviews, articles and more at wycliffe.org/women [https://www.wycliffe.org/women?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=wotw&utm_campaign=wotw].