If We're Going to Deconstruct the Church, Let's Start with Green Rooms

In this episode of the 'I Don't Even Like Women' podcast, Natalie and Becky Johnson, Lead Pastor of Jesus Culture Sacramento explore the complexities of women's roles in ministry, the challenges of vulnerability in the age of social media, and the importance of supportive relationships. They discuss the need for women to champion each other, navigate their callings, and the sacrifices that come with leadership. The conversation emphasizes the significance of understanding one's calling, the dynamics of supportive partnerships, and the necessity of having open discussions about women's roles in the church.Women are capable of wearing many hats and fulfilling various roles.Vulnerability on social media can lead to both support and criticism.Opposition often indicates that one is on the right path.It's important to manage the tension of social media rather than trying to solve it.Women need to advocate for their roles and titles in ministry.Supportive partnerships are crucial for women in leadership.Not all women have the luxury to choose their roles; many work out of necessity.Conversations about women's roles in ministry should be initiated by both men and women.Women should not feel guilty for pursuing their callings, regardless of societal expectations.Sacrifices are often necessary to pursue leadership roles in ministry.Follow Becky at @beckyfoxjohnson

In this conversation, Natalie and Kristin Boss explore the complexities of women's experiences in entrepreneurship, emotional health, and personal growth. They discuss the challenges of navigating success, the emotional toll of change, and the importance of community and support among women. Kristin shares her journey from a successful businesswoman to a place of introspection and healing, emphasizing the need for emotional literacy and understanding one's stress responses. The conversation culminates in the introduction of Kristin's new venture, Sondera, aimed at helping individuals understand and manage their emotional health.Take the What's Your core Stress Response Quiz here! https://sonderalife.com/idelw-podcastPREORDER THE BOOK "I DON'T EVEN LIKE WOMEN" on Amazon today- available wherever books are sold September 2nd.

Join Natalie as she talks with Jeff and Terra Mattson (LMFT, LPC), founders of Living Wholehearted as they discuss the impact of church hurt and spiritual abuse in the church and how counseling can partner with pastors in helping their congregations heal.

Join Natalie as she ministers at Life Church Sisterhood Conference in Wilmington, NC.

Join Natalie for this special summer series of unpacking the black boxes.  This week we are unpacking a popular box, "Many don't want their foundations rebuilt on Jesus because they have grown comfortable with the one they've built on the world..."  Natalie shares the first four chapters of her new book, The House That Jesus Built and the challenges with inspecting our personal foundations in Christ as well as inspecting our foundations in the local church.

This summer Natalie unpacks some of the most popular black (and blue) boxes from her Raised to Stay online community.  This week she dives into her latest black box- "Stop trying to get into rooms where God has closed the door- it is very important to know the difference between a Holy Spirit invitation and breaking and entering."

Join Natalie and Pastor Christina Hoagland and Jordan Lewis from New Life Church in Colorado Springs, CO as they discuss the role of women in ministry as pastors and carriers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.  This raw conversation is hosted by Natalie and recorded in a special cohort of eighty women who came together weekly to discuss hard and holy topics in ministry- listen in and learn along with us!

Join Natalie at the Free Chapel Divine Conference as she reminds women they were included in the early Church of Acts.  

Natalie joins Pastor David Ruybalid, Faith Renewal and Religious Trauma Informed Recovery Pastor at Life Church Peoria to discuss the challenges of going back into a faith community after being hurt by a trusted leader or organization.  David shares his story of sexual and spiritual abuse in the church and how God has used his story to help bring others hope in a healing Father and finding a safe home to rest your weary soul. 

Natalie Runion, founder of Raised to Stay, addresses her Stayers on their response to her post regarding use of green rooms in the Church.  Join her for an Instagram Live recorded a day following her viral post that sent some leaders into self-reflection and others into anger.