What if the isolation you feel in ministry isn't proof that something's wrong with you—but proof that you were never meant to carry this alone?
In this episode, Andrea sits down with Luchrysta Caswell and Ashley Bennett, two longtime pastors' wives and Parakaleo leaders, to talk honestly about the ambiguity of being married to a church planter, the crushing weight of expectations we place on ourselves, and how the gospel becomes slippery even when we say we believe it. They open up about their own rescues—stories of feeling seen at the bottom of a cliff, of eyes that never look away, of friends who count "3, 2, 1" until you can jump.
You'll hear why relational space, safety, and time are where healing actually happens, and why no one arrives—not the host, not the guests, not you. Wherever you're standing today, you are not alone, and Jesus is still the guardian of your soul.
What is The Ministry Wives and Women Podcast with Andrea Griffith?
Ministry Wives & Women is a podcast for ministry wives and women seeking encouragement, spiritual depth, and honest conversation for the journey of faith. everyday life, and the challenges of church leadership. Hosted by Andrea Griffith, each episode offers thoughtful wisdom, real stories, and gospel-centered hope to help women live with greater resilience, authenticity, and grace in every season.