Moms In Prayer Podcast

“The moment we step in and have time with the Lord in prayer is when we see mountains moved and lives changed.” Prayer is powerful! Today Stacy welcomes Shari Rigby to the podcast. Shari is an actress, director, writer, producer, author, and inspirational speaker. Yes, she does all of that with a heart to bring glory to God! Listen in as Shari reveals her passion for prayer as we talk about her role in the new faith-based film, Paul’s Promise and her book, Consider the Lilies. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Shari Rigby is an actress, director, writer, producer, author, and inspirational speaker. Shari is best known as one of the leading actresses in faith and family inspirational entertainment for her roles in “Overcomer,” “October Baby,” “Not Today,” “Wildflower,” and “The Least of These.” With Shari's strong background of well-crafted screen performances, actor-turned-director, she has quickly developed a reputation as an actor’s director. Shari recently signed on to direct the New York Times best seller, “Twist of F

“We always think we know better than God, but He has plans far beyond our capacity to understand.” And thank God that His plans prevail! Today Stacy talks with Gracie O’Loughlin, the Director of the Promotions and Partnerships team for Operation Christmas Child.  Listen in Gracie shares her story of how the Lord pursued, rescued and set her heart on fire for evangelism.  It’s amazing!  The Lord is now using Gracie to bring the love the Jesus and share the Good News with children all over the world.  Don’t miss the opportunity to get to be part of this gospel advancing mission too. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Gracie O’Loughlin is the Director of the Promotions and Partnerships team for Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse. She has served with Operation Christmas Child since 2013 developing and implementing ministry partnerships with media, corporations, organizations and other Christian ministries. She carries a deep desire for the Gospel of Jesus Christ to reach the ends of the earth, and loves serv

“God never just fills our bellies.  He fills our homes.  He fills our hearts.” What a privilege to taste and see God’s goodness! Today Stacy welcomes Erin Davis to the podcast.  Erin is an author, Bible teacher, fellow podcast host and a whole lot of fun!  Listen in she shares what the Lord revealed to her as she prayed and studied fasting and feasting in the Bible.  Set the table and prepare for one amazing insight after another with a heaping helping of laughter on the side.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Erin Davis is a writer and teacher passionately committed to getting women of all ages to the deep well of God's Word. She is the author of more than a dozen books and Bible studies, including Connected, 7 Feasts, and Beyond Bath Time. Erin serves as the content director for Revive Our Hearts and hosts the Women of the Bible podcast and Grounded videocast. Hear her teach on The Deep Well with Erin Davis podcast. When she’s not writing, you can find Erin chasing chickens and children on her small farm in the Midwest

“Instead of school just being a place where students have to be, it’s a place where God has sent them.”  What an inspired way to look at a school year!  Today Stacy speaks with the Northeast Regional Coordinator for the National Network of Youth Ministries, Travis Deans.  Listen in as Travis shares his passion for youth ministry, his grateful heart for Moms in Prayer and the opportunity for students to consider each a school year a 9-month mission trip.   Can you imagine what would happen on every school campus if every believing student became a missionary? ABOUT OUR GUEST: Travis Deans is from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and currently serves as the Northeast Regional Coordinator for the National Network of Youth Ministries. Both Travis and his wife Judy are graduates of Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. Travis has been in full-time youth ministry since 1996 as a youth pastor, campus ministry director, and youth network coordinator. Through his role he mentors youth workers, consults for churches, assists youth

“Gen Z is a cause-oriented generation; we just need to help them see that there is no greater cause than the kingdom of God and the Great Commission.” So true! Today Stacy talks with Shane Pruitt, evangelist, Bible teacher and author.  Shane is also a husband, father of six and currently serves as the National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board.  Listen in as he shares how the Lord got a hold of his heart and is using him to equip and send a new generation of Jesus followers to their peers.  Don’t miss the story of Shane’s very own praying mom.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Shane serves as the National Next Gen Director for the North American Mission Board (NAMB). He and his wife, Kasi, reside in Rockwall, TX with their six children – Raygen, Harper, Titus, Morris, Elliot, & Glory. He has been in ministry for over 20 years as a denominational worker, church planter, lead pastor, and student pastor. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Studies, and a Master’s Degree in History. Shane is also a

“The God who saves us initially, sustains us eternally.”  How does He do this? Through the power and presence of the Holy Spirit. Today Stacy’s special guest is Max Lucado.  Max is a pastor, teacher and America’s best-selling inspirational author.  He is here to enlighten our understanding of the incredible, supernatural gift Jesus has given His followers, the gift of the Holy Spirit.  This is the gift of strength, purpose and power for every moment of every day. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Max Lucado is a pastor, speaker, and best-selling author who, in his own words, “writes books for people who don’t read books.” He serves the people of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, and his message is for the hurting, the guilty, the lonely, and the discouraged: God loves you; let him. As a writer, Max is known for combining poetic storytelling and homespun humor with the heart of a pastor. All of his trade books began as sermon series at Oak Hills Church, and his sermons all begin with Max asking himself this question: “Wh

“If we can identify ourselves as someone Jesus loves first and foremost, everything else will live out of response to that love.”  His love changes everything! Today Stacy welcomes the one and only Susie Larson to the podcast.  Susie is a is a national speaker, bestselling author, and the host of the daily talk show Susie Larson Live.   Listen in as she invites us to a life of continual discovery of the joy and wonder of being so dearly loved by God.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Susie Larson is a national speaker, bestselling author, and the host of the daily talk show Susie Larson Live, heard on the Faith Radio Network with over 2.3 million downloads. Susie has written 18 books and many articles. Voted twice as a top-ten finalist for the John C. Maxwell Transformational Leadership Award, she is also a veteran of the fitness field. Susie has been married to her dear husband, Kevin, since 1985, and together they have three wonderful sons, three beautiful daughters-in-law grandchildren, three beautiful grandchildren, and

"Just get the Word of God in kids’ hearts and it changes things.” Yes it does! God’s Word gets right to the heart of the matter.  Today Stacy speaks with Executive Director of Bible2School, Kori Pennypacker. Listen in as Kori shares about the open doors to share Jesus with elementary students in public school; it’s one story of answered prayer after another. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Kori Pennypacker​ serves as Executive Director of Bible2School, a non-profit organization that offers Bible Electives to public school children during their school day in Lancaster County, PA. Kori has a Bachelor’s Degree from Shippensburg University and has over 15 years of Children’s ministry and leadership experience, including 10 years as Early Childhood Director at LCBC Church, a growing megachurch based out of Lancaster County. She leads a team of over 150 volunteers and staff with the goal to have a Bible elective available in every school in her county and to influence other counties in the nation to do the same. Kori lives in

“At the end of the day, a moms voice is really powerful in her daughter’s life.” How do we use that voice to love and raise our daughters well? Today Stacy talks with Terra Mattson, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Professional Counselor, and founder of Living Wholehearted.  Listen in as Terra graciously offers herself as our coach and shares what she has learned in over 20 years in the field and in raising her own 2 daughters. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Terra Mattson, a Christian Parenting spokesperson, is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Licensed Profession- al Counselor. Alongside her husband Jeff, Terra co-hosts the Dear Mattsons parenting advice column and the Living Wholehearted Podcast and are the co-founders of Living Wholehearted, a professional counseling and organizational development firm. Terra is the author of Courageous: Being Daughters Rooted in Grace. Terra is a mom to two girls, a novice gardener, loves to paint and bake, and craves reading a good book by a pool on a hot day. SCRI

“It’s scary to be vulnerable, to come as we are, yet that’s the beautiful invitation of trust.” Why do we struggle to trust our trustworthy God? Today Stacy speaks with best-selling author, Bible teacher and pastor’s wife, Joanna Weaver. Listen in as Joanna shares with humor and humility the things we need to let go of and what it means to fully embrace trusting our trustworthy God. ABOUT OUR GUEST: With more than 1.6 million books in print, Joanna Weaver is the bestselling and award-winning author of Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, as well as Having a Mary Spirit, Lazarus Awakening, and At the Feet of Jesus devotional. A pastor's wife, mother of three, and avid Bible teacher, Joanna loves speaking to women about the powerful freedom that is found in making Jesus Lord and trusting Him for things bigger than themselves. She lives with her family in Hamilton, Montana. SCRIPTURE: (NIV unless noted) “For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of

“Looking at our world today, I can’t think of a better time to be praying for our schools and a more strategic mission field.” Today Stacy is joined by David Schmus, Executive Director of Christian Educators and Olivia Williamson, Director of Claim Your Campus.  Listen in as they inspire and encourage us from the perspectives of our educators and our students.  You won’t want to miss their amazing testimonies of what our prayers are doing on school campuses across the nation and around the world.     ABOUT OUR GUESTS: David Schmus is the Executive Director of Christian Educators Association International (ceai.org), which seeks to encourage, equip, and empower Christian educators to transform our public, charter, and private schools with God’s love and truth. Prior to his tenure at CEAI, he was a high school AP US History/Government teacher and a Christian Club adviser for 15 years, being repeatedly honored as Most Inspirational Teacher. He holds an M.A. in Biblical Studies and Theology from Biola University,

“I am a mom.  That’s my first mission field.”   And what an important mission field that is!  Today Stacy is talks with the one and only Dannah Gresh, best-selling author, speaker, founder of True Girl and Moms in Prayer mom.  Listen in as Dannah shares her heart to help parents connect and parent well.  Don’t miss the beautiful truth that this help is only a prayer away.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dannah Gresh is the best-selling author, speaker, and founder of True Girl (formerly Secret Keeper Girl), America’s most popular Christian tween event. She has authored over 20 books that have been translated into 12 languages, including And the Bride Wore White, and Lies Girls Believe. Considered one of the leading experts on the subjects of sexual theology and parenting tweens and teens, her resources have equipped over one million moms and leaders as they seek to raise their girls in confidence and Truth. More than 400,000 have attended her live events. Dannah is a frequent co-host for Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth’s Revive Our

"She realized the best thing she could do was pray.”   What a revelation!  Today Stacy is joined by Bible college professor, speaker and fellow podcast host Jasmine Alnutt.  She is going to take us on an amazing journey through church history looking at some of the heroes of the faith in a new way, through their praying moms.  You will be so encouraged as Jasmine confirms through historical accounts, the difference a praying mom can make.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jasmine Alnutt has been teaching at Calvary Chapel Bible College campuses for over 12 years. Her courses include Missionary Biographies, Church History, and Women in Church History.   Jasmine currently serves as a Joyful Life Women’s Ministry leader at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa and co-host of the Women Worth Knowing Podcast. She is from Washington State and graduated from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California. She served as Dean of Women at Calvary Chapel Bible College before serving in London, England, as a missionary.    SCRIPTURE: (NKJV unles

“Of all the things I did for my children, praying for them and teaching them scripture were the two most important things I did.” On today’s episode Stacy speaks with Pam Tebow, author, speaker and mom of five.  It will not take you very long to discover why her son, Tim Tebow has been such a light.  Pam and her husband Bob, have been faithfully pouring into each one of their five children and nine grandchildren their entire lives, taking every opportunity to point them to Jesus. Listen in as Pam shares the beautiful ripple effects a mom’s influence can have.    ABOUT OUR GUEST: Pam Tebow travels and speaks across the country, encouraging audiences to use the incredible influence God has given them to eternally impact their world. Pam graduated with honors from the College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida. She and her husband, Bob, lived for a number of years as missionaries in the Philippines and continue to serve there through the Bob Tebow Evangelistic Association. Bob and Pam

“Come as you are. The more you pour out what is going on, the more space you make for His grace to pour in.” What a beautiful reason to pour our hearts out before the Lord in prayer!  On today’s episode Stacy speaks with Bible teacher, international recording artist, television host and bestselling author, Sheila Walsh.  Listen in as Sheila shares how the gift of prayer was passed on to her by her mother when she was just a little girl in Scotland and how we too can pass this gift on to our little ones. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Sheila Walsh is a powerful communicator, Bible teacher, international recording artist, television host and bestselling author with almost six million books sold. She is the author of the award-winning Gigi, God's Little Princess series, It's Okay Not to Be Okay, Praying Women, Holding On When You Want to Let Go, and more. She is cohost of the inspirational talk show Life Today with James and Betty Robison, which is seen worldwide by a potential audience of over 100 million viewers. Sh

“When God invites His children on an adventure, on a faith journey, it always begins by saying goodbye to something familiar.” On today’s episode Stacy speaks with Laura Story, award-winning songwriter, worship leader, author and Bible teacher.  Listen in as Laura shares with humor and humility all the Lord is teaching her as she is letting go of her idea of how a normal family life should look and instead trusting the God’s direction, provision and promises.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Laura Story is a wife, mother, songwriter, worship leader, author, artist, and Bible teacher. Her songs—which have won Grammys, Billboard Music Awards, and Dove Awards—include “Blessings,” and Chris Tomlin’s “Indescribable.” She is the author of two bestselling books and Bible studies: When God Doesn’t Fix It and I Give Up. Laura has a master of theological studies and a doctorate in worship studies, and has served as a worship leader at Perimeter Church in Atlanta since 2005. She has a brand new book and bible study releasing this summ

“There is no greater investment we can make than in the life of a student.” Today Stacy welcomes Mike De Vito of the National Network of Youth Ministries to the podcast.  This is a man who has invested a lifetime in youth ministry, a journey that began back in the days of the Jesus people movement!    You will love the stories he shares along with his heart for unity in the body of Christ.  Listen in to discover how we can come alongside these every day heroes who are sharing Jesus and making eternal investments in the lives of our students.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Mike De Vito  has been involved in youth ministry since 1978, both in the Pacific Northwest and Southern California. Mike is currently the National Network of Youth Ministries (NNYM) Southwest Regional Coordinator. He served Biola University as the assistant director of Biola Youth Ministry Outreach and was an adjunct professor for 10 years. He is a graduate of Vanguard University of Southern California, and served as university co-pastor there with his

“The peace of God will guard your heart.  That is a treasure that is hidden in thanksgiving.”  What a treasure the peace of God is!  Today Stacy talks with our wonderful Moms in Prayer International Director of Central America, Diana de Fouler who comes to us all the way from Panama.  She is here to give us a sneak peek of the new Moms in Prayer summer Bible study that starts in July.  Don’t miss this behind the scenes look at this study on the life changing subject of thanksgiving. It is available in both Spanish and English and you can sign up today!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Diana de Fouler is a gifted Bible teacher who has contagious conviction for the power of prayer. She currently serves as the Moms in Prayer Central America Director, overseeing the ministry in Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. Diana lives in Panama City, Panama with her husband of 39 years. They have two grown children and two wonderful grandchildren. SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) Let them give than

“We all need to be mat carriers for one another’s children.”  What better gift could we give one another? Today‘s guest is the one and only Fern Nichols, founder of Moms in Prayer International.  She is here to share a powerfully productive alternative to worry: thankful prayer.  Prepare to be inspired as she gives one of her most dearly loved teachings, Jesus healing the paralytic. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Fern Nichols is a former elementary school teacher and the founder of Moms in Prayer International, a prayer movement that mobilizes women around the world to gather together to pray for their children and schools. In 1984, Fern was fearful about sending her two eldest children off to junior high. She knew the school would be a battlefield for their hearts and minds. She realized the warfare would be intense and to fight in this battle she needed to invite other moms to pray. She called a mom and asked her to pray with her for their children and school. Her response was an immediate “yes,” and that was the humble

“It was sitting with the truth of Psalm 46 and allowing God’s voice to speak louder than my fears.” There is power in God’s word! Today Stacy speaks with best-selling author, speaker and mom of three, Asheritah Ciuciu about God’s beautiful invitation to find rest in Him. Listen in as Asheritah openly shares her struggle with fear and how God graciously revealed Himself as her refuge and strength.  What God did for Asheritah, He longs to do for us all! ABOUT OUR GUEST: ASHERITAH CIUCIU is a bestselling writer and speaker, wife to her high school sweetheart Flaviu and mama to three spunky kiddos. She grew up in Romania as a missionary kid and studied English and Women's Ministry at Cedarville University. Her passion is helping overwhelmed women find joy in Jesus through creative and consistent time in God's Word. Discover your creative Quiet Time personality at www.OneThingAlone.com. SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fea