Womens Development Track

AZMERA Stateside Summit: Dallas, TX
2023-01-26 13:00 - 2023-01-28 13:00 UTC
January 26-28, 2023
Azmera Haven Retreats are for English speaking, Kingdom minded women serving cross-culturally overseas, from various nations and vocations, and their local teammates. We welcome business expats (full-time vocational workers employed by embassies, companies, military, etc.) with a heart for God.
In August 2020 when very few were gathering, Azmera decided to host their first Stateside Summit for global workers who were in the US during the global pandemic. One month later, 80 women from all over the US gathered to be encouraged and connected. Since then and after attending many mission conferences throughout the US, the vision for the STATESIDE Summit has grown to be more of a mission event for women. Past and present global workers, global outreach/missions teams, agency leaders, women with a heart for missions, etc. are ALL included.
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net

Be provided with a safe environment to process, be heard, be prayed for, be loved, and if desired, receive counseling.

Enjoy laughing and meeting new friends as you have the opportunity to CONNECT with other women living and ministering near you.

Experience teaching from the Word by women with cross-cultural experience.

Find plenty of time to rest as well as a place to worship and COMMUNE with Jesus.

Enjoy being cherished at our Azmera “ConnectionHub”.

Be encourage & feel honored.

Experience God’s delight in you!
Please join us for a 4-day Azmera Haven Retreat. Allow a team of volunteers the opportunity to be a part of expressing God’s delight in YOU.
We welcome women with a heart for God to come and have a time of spiritual intake, rest and renewal. This haven retreat is special for those women who can speak English to be a part of other women’s lives from around the world as we gather together to savor God’s Word. For Kingdom-minded women, workers & expats from various nationalities, and their local teammates. We welcome you to join!
What can you expect? Our hopes are that YOU would:

What does it cost? The cost for women serving overseas to attend the retreat is $150 with a Haven Scholarship* (or $510 without a scholarship.)
The cost includes 3 nights double accommodations, meals from dinner Day 1 to lunch Day 4, tips & gratuities, plus the Haven Retreat activities from speaker sessions to seminars to the open spa and everything in between….Attendees make their way to the hotel on their own. Azmera will manage an Azmera Haven Retreat 2020 facebook group where women can organize airport transfers to share costs and ideas.
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net
(For those who are interested in serving as Volunteers: Jan 24-29, 2023)

Critical Skills for Emerging Leaders
2023-01-31 16:00 - 2023-02-03 12:00 UTC | Orlando, FL, Orlando, FL, United States
Missio Nexus Leadership Development for Women and Men
January 31, 2023 @ 4:00 pm – February 3, 2023 @ 12:00 pm EST

Engage with other emerging leaders in a 2.5-day in-person event that addresses your spiritual foundation for leadership as well as personal leadership awareness and effectiveness. Connect as a group to explore team life, organization lifecycles and culture, plus ongoing leadership development. Following the live event will be 4 monthly virtual cohort-based coaching sessions to address each topic in detail and focus on practical issues you face.
This is your opportunity to develop your personal leadership style, enabling you to analyze and develop within your organization. This course will make you proficient in personal leadership analysis and development. But most importantly, it will help you to build cultural awareness for your organization to serve on mission.
Added Bonus
Following the live Emerging Leaders event in February each participant will be able to participate in an IPSAT assessment. IPSAT is an assessment tool followed by a multi-step module based learning, and one-on-one individual coaching. This process designed by Steve Moore the President of nexleader has impacted many leaders. Tim Elmore the Founder and CEO of Growing Leaders has said, “I’m such a believer in this resource all of our staff and interns engage with the IPSAT. It’s a core aspect of our commitment to help every team member bring their best to work and life.” The IPSAT process will help you to grow your self-awareness and lead yourself better and includes the following 8 training modules:
• The Art of Self-Leadership and the Power of Self-Awareness
• Exploring Your Personality (includes assessment)
• Discovering Your Strengths (includes assessment)
• Developing Your Skills (includes Skills Inventory)
• Refining Your Personal Values (includes Personal Values Inventory)
• Uncovering Your Passions (includes MyPassionProfile)
• Discovering your Identity Profile with IPSAT (includes one-on-one coaching session)
• Using Self-Awareness and Self-Leadership to Bring Your Best to Work
This assessment, training, and coaching is a value of $795 and it is included as part of Emerging Leaders!
Participant Profile
This course is designed for emerging leaders in their mid-20s to late 30s. Explore the challenges you face in mission agency and church leadership positions and focus on enhancing skills required to mature and become more effective. (Age max for event attendance is 40 years of age).
Price includes event materials, lodging, food, four virtual coaching sessions and the IPSAT process. For those members who live locally and choose to commute, there is a commuting ticket.
More info and registration:
https://missionexus.org/event/critical-skills-for-emerging-leaders/

Pursuing Partnership:Men and Women Leading Together
2023-03-21 12:00 - 2023-03-22 12:00 UTC | Kansas City, MO
Missio Nexus ’24’ series: Kansas City, MO Hosted by Avant Ministries
(registration closes March 13, or sooner if full)
Pursuing Partnership: Men and Women Leading Together
*Creating Pathways for Women in Organizational Leadership
*Reducing Unintended Barriers to Women’s Participation
*Organization Culture Shifts that Help Men and Women Flourish as They Work Together

’24’ is a small gathering of Missio Nexus members who are focused on exploring and growing together around a specific affinity. ‘24′ will take place over 24 hours in a face-to-face setting allowing attendees to quickly gain new insights, build relationships, and grow together on relevant topics and issues.

Limited to 15 people for more focused interaction and hands on planning (limit to 2 people from any one organization, but 2 colleagues attending together is encouraged for maximum benefit and reporting back)
Working retreat atmosphere
Learn with and from your colleagues
Spiritual reflection
Leave with new relationships and insight
Opportunities for ongoing cohort learning and interaction following event

Facilitated by Ms. Wendy Wilson, Dr. Rob Dixon, and Dr. Leanne Dzubinski *
*More about our facilitators below
Event Specifics:
Facilitators will lead us in a day of interaction around understanding what is happening in both the research and changing expectations around men and women working together in leadership. What do we have to gain or lose by actively pursuing a more effective blend of men and women working together at the leadership level? We will engage questions and interaction, and make progress on developing effective processes for your own scenario.

Are the issues traditional, theological and/or practical?
What can be easily changed (once recognized) and what is more challenging?
What might a helpful organizational readiness process look like toward bringing more women into leadership?
How might expectations be different between home office leadership, field staff, supporting churches?
As many entities desire to involve more women in their leadership structures (field or executive roles), what might be unintended barriers and unrecognized opportunities in this direction? Why do these gifted women seem so hard to find? And when we find them, why do they seem hesitant to step forward?
How can we create more avenues to find, develop, support, and retain more gifted women to bring the perspective and talent that we desire for our organizations?
What characteristics of organizational culture best support men and women working together in leadership?

We will explore the structure of gender bias in the workplace, including the 6 primary unconscious gender bias barriers and multiple subcomponents of each barrier. These barriers have been identified through research and are commonly (and often surprisingly) at play in the ways we function. As we identify those unintended barriers that may be at work in our own organizational cultures, we are free to think creatively about removing and replacing them with processes that more accurately reflect our goals and help us accomplish our mission.
We will also consider a variety of organizational practices that can help us move toward organizational cultures that invite, develop, and support women with leadership gifts and experience. By discussing several case studies from evangelical organizations that have grappled successfully with these issues, we can begin to cultivate readiness, embrace desired change, and establish ongoing pathways to bring the gifts of women more fully to bear alongside their brothers in Christ. The Image of God displayed and at work!
Who is this for?

Mission Organization Decision-Makers (Executive Level, HR/Personnel)
Field Staff Leadership
Church Leadership (Pastors, Elders, Dir. of Ops/Personnel)

Registration: $100
Tues/Wed, March 21-22, 2023
March 21, noon to 8pm (including lunch/dinner) to March 22, 8:30am to noon (concluding with lunch)
Register and pay online through the link in the top right corner of this page. (Notation for Partnerships – Mar 2023) If mailing payment after registering, make check payable to Women’s Development Track PO Box 894 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816.
If you have your own accommodations in the area, the cost for the noon-noon event is $100, which includes lunch-dinner on Tues and lunch on Wed. If you are coming from outside the area and would like to stay at the Avant Guest Facility overnight for the 21st, the cost is $150, which includes airport shuttle from MCI (Kansas City, MO). Please indicate your choice, your need for airport transport, and pay in the registration form.

For questions please email Wendy@WomensDevelopmentTrack.com

* More about your facilitators:
Leanne M. Dzubinski, Ph.D. is acting dean and associate professor of intercultural education in the Cook School of Intercultural Studies. Before that, she spent 20 years as a missionary, working in evangelism, church planting, and education in Europe. Dr. Dzubinski earned a BA from Emory University, a ThM from Dallas Theological Seminary, a DMin from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a PhD in from the University of Georgia. In addition to numerous articles, she is the author of Women in the Mission of the Church: Their Opportunities and Obstacles throughout Christian History and Playing by the Rules: How Women Lead in Evangelical Mission Organizations.
Dr. Rob Dixon has served with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship for 26 years, and currently works as a Senior Fellow with the InterVarsity Institute. Rob holds a Doctor of Intercultural Studies degree from Fuller Theological Seminary, and his book, Together in Ministry: Women and Men in Flourishing Partnerships, was published in September 2021 from InterVarsity Press Academic. Rob spends his time training, coaching, and consulting on the topic of women and men in partnership, and he has enjoyed his interactions with organizations such as Missio Nexus, the Reformed Church in America, Wycliffe, ECO Presbyterian, and others. In his free time, Rob enjoys long runs, hanging out with his family, and adjunct teaching at Fresno Pacific University and Fuller Theological Seminary.
Ms. Wendy Wilson expresses her joy and privilege as envisioning and equipping women to bring their gifts fully into the grand calling of the Great Commission. With a BBA from Texas A&M University, and an MABS from Dallas Theological Seminary, Wendy has led inter-mission and inter-confessional equipping efforts for 38 years, having lived and traveled abroad for most of those years. Having 20 years of executive leadership experience in missions, Wendy serves the Missio Nexus membership as Mission Advisor for Development of Women. She is also the founder and Executive Director of the collaborative Women’s Development Track (WomensDevelopmentTrack.com.)

Online Monthly Book Discussion Groups
2023-04-01 - 2023-11-20 | Online Event
Online Monthly Book Discussions: Peer-Learning Groups (in process)
(registration closed for 2023)
Choose from 4 Titles Below
If you are desiring connection with a wider circle of Great Commission women who want to dive deeper into God’s Word and His ways, this is for you! We offer a variety of titles exploring topics like women in the Bible, theology of women, soul care, women in leadership and more. You will choose ONE of the titles below to join a peer-learning group with facilitator-guided discussion.
Groups are limited to 10 participants (closed when full) to best support both our new relationships and vibrant discussions. Guided by experienced facilitators, we can look forward to a deeper dive on the subject at hand each week.
Because groups are limited in size, we count on group members doing all they can to be present, prepared, and ready to participate each meeting. While we understand that unexpected issues come up, we trust that each participant will honor her group by making this monthly meeting a priority. This way we can all look forward to the most meaningful experience together!
Registration by March 27 (unless the group fills sooner) At the close of registration, your facilitator will be contact with you! Feel free to order your book right away so you have it in plenty of time.
To register: Click the button in the above right corner. Please indicate your book title and day/time choice. 10 places in each group. First come, first serve!
Cost: $25 when you register, plus purchase of the book separately.
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Book Group Choices:
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SACRED RHYTHMS: Arranging our Lives for Spiritual Transformation, by Ruth Haley Barton
Spiritual disciplines open us to God’s transforming love and the changes that only God can bring about in our lives. Picking up on the monastic tradition of creating a “rule of life” that allows for regular space for the practice of the spiritual disciplines, this book takes you more deeply into understanding seven key disciplines along with practical ideas for weaving them into everyday life. Each chapter includes exercises to help you begin the practices individually and in a group context. The final chapter puts it all together in a way that will help you arrange your life for spiritual transformation.
Dates: 2nd Mondays (once a month), April 10 – Nov 13
Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm, Eastern Time
Facilitator: Ruthie Campbell, SIM International
Following 9 years with SIM in South Africa, Ruthie, Darren and their two children moved to the US to continue serving through SIM’s International office and currently reside in Fort Mill, South Carolina. She is a Spiritual Director and serves on the Spiritual Vitality and Prayer team supporting SIM’s global prayer initiatives and their network of Prayer Coordinators across SIM.
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VINDICATING THE VIXONS: Revisiting Sexualized, Vilified, and Marginalized Women of the Bible, edited by Sandra Glahn
The church has a long history of viewing prominent women of the Bible through a skewed interpretive lens. Eve is best known for causing the fall. Sarah is blamed for tensions in the Middle East. Ruth acted scandalously on the threshing floor. And Mary Magdalene is infamous for a life of prostitution. By misinterpreting their stories, we also risk adopting a faulty view of God. Vindicating the Victims challenges these superficial treatments and contends that we have missed what biblical authors intended to convey about 13 notable women of Scripture.
Dates: 1st Fridays (once a month), April 7 – Nov 3
Time: 12:00 – 1:30pm, Eastern Time
Facilitator: Eva Burkholder, Christar
Eva is an MK from PNG, former cross-cultural worker in Indonesia, and currently a member care provider with Christar. Wife to Mark and mother of two married sons, she currently lives in Richardson, Texas and enjoys blogging, doing puzzles, and macramé.
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WOMEN IN GOD’S MISSION: Accepting the Invitation to Serve and Lead, by Mary Lederleitner
This book surveys women from a variety of cultures across the globe to gather their insights as women who lead gospel efforts. The author unveils how women serve in distinctive ways and identifies key traits of faithful connected leaders who resourcefully carry on with resilience and hope. Real-life stories give us so much to learn about the dynamics that inhibit women and also give testimony to God’s grace that causes them to thrive.
Dates: First Thursday (once a month), April 6 – Nov 2
Time: 2:00-3:30pm, Eastern Time
Facilitator: Wendy Wilson, Missio Nexus, Women’s Development Track
Wendy is currently the Executive Director of Women’s Development Track, envisioning and equipping women to bring their gifts fully into the grand calling of the Great Commission. She has led inter-mission equipping efforts for 38 years, including 20 years of executive leadership experience in missions. Wendy lives in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho with her husband, Ed Dudding, who has a local counseling practice for process addictions and trauma.
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THE MAKING OF BIBLICAL WOMANHOOD: How the Subjugation of Women Became Gospel Truth, by Beth Allison Barr.
North American definitions of biblical womanhood shape the everyday lives of evangelical women – from choices about careers to roles in local churches to relationship dynamics – and have found their way into the conversations of cross-cultural workers. This book moves the conversation about biblical womanhood beyond Greek grammar and into the realm of church history–ancient, medieval, and modern–to show how human civilization continues to creep into the church. Barr’s historical insights provide context for contemporary teachings about women’s roles in the church and help move the conversation forward.
Dates: 2nd Mondays (once a month), April 10 – Nov 13
Time: 7:00-8:30pm, Eastern Time
Facilitator: Beth Eckstein, SEND Intntl
Beth grew up in the Midwest but has made her home in Asia for the last 23 years, spending time in both China and now in Taiwan. Beth works co-vocationally balancing her time between SEND International where she works as a coach and mentor as well as working as an executive coach and corporate trainer for companies in Asia. She loves spending time in nature, especially at the beach, and is an avid reader. She survived sending her daughter to college last year and is enjoying the last few years of high school with her son.
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Register by clicking on the icon at the top right of this page – indicate your title choice with day/time. 10 places in each group. First come, first serve!
Questions or requests? Wendy@WomensDevelopmentTrack.com

Ellevation: The Journey of Leadership
2023-07-01 08:00 - 2023-07-10 17:00 UTC
Join us through Next Leadership

Are you a woman with influence or responsibility within the faith, public, corporate, entrepreneurial, academic and charity worlds? We invite you and those in your network to join us on this ‘life-transforming’ journey!
Ellevation is designed for women who wish to make an even greater impact through their leadership in a world that desperately needs more female change makers. Available to purchase as a full programme or level by level. Preparatory reading: 7 Deadly Sins of Women in Leadership
Information and Registration: www.nextleadership.co.uk/ellevation
2023 Dates
Ellevator level 1: Leader DNA – May 22 and 23
No leader emerges from a vacuum. We all come from ‘somewhere’ and we all come with ‘stuff’. This ultimately impacts our effectiveness as leaders. Explore what it takes to develop a more empowered leader identity.
Ellevator level 2: Managing Self – June 12 and 13
‘Shrinking to fit’, lack of confidence, perfectionism and false humility, combined with weak boundary management and poor personal rhythms of well-being are undoubtedly leadership liabilities. Formulate approaches to overcome these challenges.
Ellevator level 3: Leadership Futures – July 10-11
The ‘driving forces’ responsible for your possible leadership ‘futures’ are already being determined. ‘See’ the future and take action by designing intentional strategies to deliver your desired leadership impact.

Information and Registration: www.nextleadership.co.uk/ellevation

Theology of Women and Men in Ministry and Marriage: Unpacking the Evangelical Spectrum in Position and Practice
2023-11-10 13:00 - 2023-11-12 17:00 UTC | Ross Point Camp and Conference Center, 820 S Ross Point Rd, Post Falls, ID, 83854, United States
A guided, interactive workshop for brothers and sisters in Christ together.
Nov 10-12, 2023 (Fri, 1pm-6:30pm – Sat, 9:00am-6:30pm, Sun 9:00am – 5:00pm)
Meals included
Post Falls, Idaho at Ross Point Conference Center

Registration closes when full – limited space, so register soon

Presenter-Facilitators (scroll down for more about them*):
Heather Althoff – LifeWay Church, Assoc Missions Pastor
Trevor Gavin – pastor/teacher and church planter
Ron Pierce – Biola University/Talbot School of Theology, Professor
Wendy Wilson – MissioNexus, Advisor for Dev of Women; Women’s Development Track, Exec Dir
As evangelicals we believe in the inerrancy of Scripture and hold a high view of God’s written Word to us as the basis of our belief and practice And we all love and worship the Living Word, Jesus, our Redeemer, Savior, and God Almighty. So how can it be that evangelicals – whether serious academics, ministry leaders or other devoted disciples – have come to such a wide variety of conclusions about God’s design and heart for women in the Body of Christ? Who they are, what they can do or not do, how they relate to God and His purposes, how they relate to their brothers in Christ. (And so, this discussion is really about men and women both!) And how can it be that evangelicals who may hold the same position, actually practice it quite differently?
When it comes to texts that have greatly influenced modern evangelical thought, we are dealing with issues of interpretation of Scripture, for we are agreed on the inspiration of Scripture. And so we can expectantly and graciously engage together in an exploration of what the interpretive challenges actually are in those passages. And the interpretive decisions we all make that impact the way we walk out our faith in the area of men and women in Christ.
In this workshop we will look at the spectrum of thought, the different ways and why’s evangelical believers have come to different conclusions, all pursuing God’s heart and honoring His Word. We’ll consider closely some passages that are most often contested in this conversation: Genesis 1-3, Ephesians 5, 1 Peter 3, Galatians, 1 Timothy 2, 1 Corinthians 7, 11 & 14. Come and dig in with us, in a respectful conversation, guided by Kingdom colleagues who are experienced in this rich discussion (and love it!) Our hope is to give you information and perspectives that encourage your own continuing journey in faith and practice.
Advance reading suggested:
Half the Church (Zondervan, 2015), by Carolyn Custis James
Neither Complementarian nor Egalitarian,(Baker Books, 2016), by Dr Michelle Lee-Barnewall
(After you read the book, listen to her 40-min podcast in an interview that highlights her journey into a more fruitful conversation.)
COURSE SCHEDULE:
Begin Friday, Nov 10, at 1pm. End Sunday evening, Nov 12, at 5pm.
Friday, Nov 10:
1pm Session 1: Overview of Evangelical Position and Practice
Hermeneutics, History, and Wider Themes

3:00 Session 2: Breaking it Down – Interpretive Challenges
Genesis 1-3
5:30 Dinner
Saturday, Nov 11:
9:00 Session 3: Breaking it Down – Interpretive Challenges
Galatians, 1 Cor 7
12:30 Lunch
1:30 Session 4: Breaking it Down – Interpretive Challenges
Eph 5: 21-33, 1 Pet 3: 1-9
5:30 Dinner
Sunday, Nov 12:
9:00 Session 5: Breaking it Down – Interpretive Challenges
1 Tim 2:8 – 3:2
12:30 Lunch
1:30 Session 6: Breaking it Down – Interpretive Challenges
1 Cor 11: 2-16 and 1 Cor 14: 26-40
3:30 Session 7: Overview from the Fall to the Church
5:00 END

COST: $150 – includes facilitation, meals and facility use ($100 for local participants)
We will be hosted for our sessions by the Ross Point Camp and Conference Center in Post Falls, ID, situated in a beautiful location on the Spokane River. The cost includes access to the beautiful grounds, facilitation and facilities, with dinner on Friday then lunch/dinner on Sat, and lunch on Sun, plus coffee breaks. Accommodations not included. (Because this is an event fee, it is not tax-deductible.)
REGISTRATION:
Register and pay through the link in the top right corner of this page. (Notation for NOV 10-12). If you prefer to send a check, mark the “pay later” option on the registration form then send your check made payable to Women’s Development Track PO Box 894 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816
(Your place cannot be reserved until payment is received.)
ARRIVALS/DEPARTURES:
If you are flying from out of the area, our airport is Spokane, WA (GEG), just 30 minutes away.
ACCOMMODATIONS if you need them:
There are a wide variety of accommodations available in the Spokane/Coeur dAlene/Post Falls area. If you would like to stay at the Ross Point conference center, you can contact them directly at the number below, citing your participation in this workshop.
LOCATION:
Ross Point Camp and Conference Center
820 S Ross Point Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
Tel: 208/773-1655 www.rosspoint.org
QUESTIONS about the experience?
Call or email Wendy Wilson, 208/665-2367, wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.com
*More about your facilitators:
Heather Althoff currently serves as the Associate Pastor of Missions at LifeWay Church in Federal Way, WA. After earning a Bachelor’s degree in Classical Greek from Trinity University and a Master’s of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary, Heather developed a deep love for studying and teaching theology. From 2008-2019, Heather served as the Community Life Pastor, leading the assimilation and discipleship efforts at LifeWay. In 2019, Heather brought these same passions to LifeWay’s missions efforts. In addition to teaching, she trains small group leaders and wrote discipleship curriculum and small group materials. She has a passion for encouraging, training, and resourcing people to develop their relationship with Jesus, know their theology, and live out their calling to share Jesus with others.
Ronald W. Pierce (Ph.D., Fuller Theological Seminary) has taught in the undergraduate division of the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University since 1976. Though his graduate studies were focused on the Old Testament, he became interested in the gender question in the late 1970s, and has studied and taught on the subject ever since. It has now become his primary area of research. Ron has authored numerous journal articles, co-edited Discovering Biblical Equality (2005, 2021), authored Partners in Marriage & Ministry (2011), and Daniel (Teach the Text series, 2015). Ron and his wife Pat have been married since 1969, and have two adult children and four grandchildren. They live in Fullerton, California and serve as active members of Whittier Area Community Church.
Trevor Gavin has been a church planter, pastor, and teacher for 15+ years. The majority of his focus has been spending time learning from friends and helping to develop a framework for life that makes Christianity compelling in a secular age. In addition to ministry efforts, Trevor has also started two fintech companies and has consulted businesses to create healthy cultures to grow and become sustainable. He is best known as husband to Julianne and Dad to Ali and Bear.
Wendy Wilson has served in various capacities in leadership training ministry and missions since 1984. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Texas A&M University and a Master’s degree in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. She brings years of experience in engaging the spectrum of views in the ongoing evangelical discussion about women in ministry and marriage. Wendy lived and travelled abroad with Entrust, a pastoral training ministry, for 28 years. Then in 2012 she was asked to serve as the Mission Advisor for Development of Women to the Missio Nexus network of 350 agencies. In 2015 she became founder and director of a collaborative project, Women’s Development Track, to help agencies and churches bring the full spectrum of gifts of women more fully to bear in accomplishing the Great Commission alongside their brothers – as the Blessed Alliance!

Ellevation: Leadership Development for Women
2024-01-01 - 2024-04-01 | Online Event
Join us through Next Leadership

Are you a woman with influence or responsibility within the faith, public, corporate, entrepreneurial, academic and charity worlds? We invite you and those in your network to join us on this ‘life-transforming’ journey!
Ellevation is designed for women who wish to make an even greater impact through their leadership in a world that desperately needs more female change makers. Available to purchase as a full programme or level by level. Preparatory reading: 7 Deadly Sins of Women in Leadership
Information and Registration: www.nextleadership.co.uk/ellevation
Online Dates for 2024 to be announced!
2024 Dates
Ellevator level 1: Leader DNA – TBA
No leader emerges from a vacuum. We all come from ‘somewhere’ and we all come with ‘stuff’. This ultimately impacts our effectiveness as leaders. Explore what it takes to develop a more empowered leader identity.
Ellevator level 2: Managing Self – TBA
‘Shrinking to fit’, lack of confidence, perfectionism and false humility, combined with weak boundary management and poor personal rhythms of well-being are undoubtedly leadership liabilities. Formulate approaches to overcome these challenges.
Ellevator level 3: Leadership Futures – TBA
The ‘driving forces’ responsible for your possible leadership ‘futures’ are already being determined. ‘See’ the future and take action by designing intentional strategies to deliver your desired leadership impact.

Information and Registration: www.nextleadership.co.uk/ellevation

Statio: A Holy Pause
2024-04-15 15:00 - 2024-04-20 19:00 UTC | SIM USA, 14830 Choate Circle, Charlotte, NC, 28273, United States
Charlotte, NC at SIM USA
(Registration closed – full)
Invest in a week of personal refreshment, ministry renewal and re-tooling in a beautiful setting with like-minded peers! Limited places available – first come, first serve. . .
hosted by: SIM USA
facilitated by Ruthie Campbell (SIM, Spiritual Vitality and Prayer Coordinator)
Statio is a custom of stopping one thing before beginning another, making room for an unhurried moment to be attentive to God. Psalm 90:12 (NASB) says ‘So teach us to number our days aright that we might present to you a heart of wisdom.’ Are you in need of a holy pause to consider the order of your days? A way of being that leads to greater intimacy with God and in tune with your need to enter His rest and live from it for the sake of others?
Launching our discussions from Ruth Haley Barton’s book Sacred Rhythms, we will explore and practice several key Spiritual Practices that disciples of Jesus have used throughout history to arrange their lives for growing in intimacy with God. Through the week we each will craft a personal framework of rhythm to help order our days towards living from a stillness that offers fruit to others and brings about the Kingdom in all its fullness. Through guided reflections, facilitated discussions, as well as times of silence and solitude, we will make room to nourish our souls and listen attentively to God, to one another, and to what’s stirring in our own hearts. Group size is limited to 10.
This development experience will allow time to experience practices that can help us enter into the stillness that strengthens our ability to enjoy Him and to discern what God is doing around us, in us, and through us! Invest now in this relational learning experience with peers, in a lovely setting for renewal and growth! Learning is done in interactive peer-groups, guided by experienced mentors, with a maximum of 10 women in each group. First come, first serve! Register by Feb 15.
Other Module groups also meeting during this week: Group Discipleship – see Event page for more information.
Course Schedule:
Begin Monday afternoon, April 15, 3pm sharp, with introductions/overview and dinner. End Saturday evening, April 20, at 7pm (registration includes your room for this night, assuming April 21 departures.) Daily activities from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, which include worship, personal reflection time, group instruction and interaction, plus several breaks, a long lunch and evenings free.
Cost for the Week: $750 all-inclusive, on-site, or $550 for commuters

Register and pay through the link in the top right corner of this page. (Notation for Statio)
We will be hosted by SIM USA located in Charlotte, NC. This all-inclusive price includes lovely accommodation with a bathroom in each room (based on double occupancy) and use of all facilities, with 3 meals/day plus coffee breaks, for the duration of your stay, April 15-21. It also includes training instruction, all meeting rooms, administration, pick-up and delivery to the Charlotte airport. Some materials ordered separately, approx $20. What a deal!
Because this is an event fee, it is not tax-deductible.
To best protect an undistracted experience we ask that, even if you are staying elsewhere, you stay fully engaged with your group all day through dinner.
Confirmation:
We will confirm your reservation when we receive your registration form and payment, as places cannot be confirmed until payment is received. Register soon to assure your place.
Before you book your travel, please wait until you hear from us to affirm a full group for your module. If there are not at least 5 participants per module, we will need to cancel and your fees will be refunded in full. You’ll be notified no later than 2 months before the module start date.
Refund Policy:
If your plans change and cancellation is necessary, you will receive a refund, less a $150 cancellation fee. Since groups are limited to 10, cancellations affect the overall group experience and configuration as well as our commitment to the facility. Therefore, we ask that each participant make every effort to be present once registered. Thank you!
Arrivals/Departures:
If you are flying from out of the area please fly into Charlotte, NC (CLT) by Monday afternoon, April 15, no later than 2:00pm, so our scheduled start at 3:00pm is protected. Flight departures anytime Sunday, April 21 (breakfast included). Thanks for arranging your arrival/departure times so that you will be present from beginning to end, not arriving late/leaving early. It takes about 30 minutes to get from the airport to the guest facility and we will arrange your pickup.
If you are driving to SIM, please plan to be there by 2:00 pm on Monday, April 15, to get checked in and settled before our training time begins.
Location:
SIM USA
14830 Choate Cir,
Charlotte, NC 28273
(704) 587-1490
SIM contact for this event: Margie Burgess or Isabel Melo at SIMWDT.USA@sim.org
Other Follow-up:
After registration closes you will receive a number of emails over the following few weeks about any advance preparation, getting your travel information, and opportunities for interaction with your peer-mentors as our time grows near!
Questions about the experience?
Call or email Wendy Wilson, 208/665-2367, wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.com
Looking forward to having this time together!

Leadership Pathways, Part 1: Preparing for a Wider Scope of Leadership
2024-05-15 17:00 - 2024-05-21 17:00 UTC | Ross Point Camp and Conference Center, 820 S Ross Point Rd, Post Falls, ID, 83854, United States
May 14-20, 2025
Registration closes March 14, 2025 (or sooner if full – 1 place remaining)
Leadership Pathways, Part 1: Preparing for a Wider Scope of Leadership
Facilitated by:
Andrea Buczynski (Cru – Leadership Consultant and Coach),
Jenn Williamson (MissioNexus, Dir of Leadership Formation

What changes as your responsibilities increase?
This experience focuses on developing the increasing capacities/skills needed for women who are gifted and called into a larger scope or responsibility of leadership in their organization. Whether you are already there or on your way, this experience can help you trouble shoot where you are currently, identify what needs to shift, and put language to what you’re experiencing. While more agencies are seeking gifted women to serve in their senior leadership teams, too often the paths to this niche of service for women are not clear, leaving us under-prepared for the unique challenges and opportunities we face. We will discuss the importance of the heart of the leader as well as her relationships with God, self, and others. We will also consider key functions of a leader such casting vision, setting direction, attending to priorities, leading change, building teams, men/women working together, and serving as spokesperson. Developing confidence, born of humility and calling, allows gifted women to bring needed creativity and perspective to decision-making teams where men and women work together to offer the fullness of God’s Image. This peer-mentoring community is guided by experienced women mentors and limited to a cohort of 12 participants, so we leave with important friendships for the ongoing journey! Advance reading: Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership, by Ruth Haley Barton.
Learning is done in an interactive peer-group, guided by experienced mentors, with a maximum of 10 women (max 2 per organization.) First come, first serve! Register by March 14, 2025 (Registration closes sooner if full.)
Course Schedule:
Begin Wednesday evening, May 14, with registration and dinner at 5pm, then introductory session following. End Tuesday evening, May 20, at 7pm (registration includes your room for this night, assuming May 21 departures.) (9:00 am – 6:00 pm daily (including worship, personal reflection time, group instruction and interaction, plus several breaks and a long lunch with evenings free.)
We will enjoy an extended worship time together on the first morning to ease into our week, and a Free Afternoon half way through the week to enjoy the area and have some fun/relaxation. Beautiful downtown Coeur d’Alene, Idaho is 10 minutes away with shops, restaurants, art galleries, the CdA Resort, hiking by the lake!
Cost for the Week:

We will be hosted by the Ross Point Camp and Conference Center in Post Falls, ID, situated in a beautiful location on the Spokane River. This all-inclusive price includes lovely accommodation with a bathroom in each room (based on double occupancy) and use of all facilities, with 3 meals/day plus coffee breaks, for the duration of your stay, May 14-21, except dinner on the afternoon off. It also includes pick-up and drop-off between the Spokane airport and Ross Point, training instruction, all meeting rooms, and administration (materials ordered separately).
(Because this is actual cost, it is not tax-deductible.)
Registration: limited places
Register and pay through the link in the top right corner of this page. (Notation for LP1 – May 2025) Or mail the Registration Form and Fee, check made payable to Women’s Development Track PO Box 894 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816
If you prefer to have a single room, check the box on the registration form and we will notify you if any are available, for an extra $175/week which you can pay upon notice of availability.
Confirmation:
We will confirm your reservation and send your receipt when we receive your registration form and payment. Before you book your travel, please wait until you hear from us to affirm a full group for your module.
Refund Policy:
If cancellation is made by you before the registration deadline, you will be refunded all but $150. If cancellation is made after the registration deadline and we are able to fill your place with another participant, you will also be refunded all but $150. However, if cancellation is made after the registration deadline and we are not able to fill your place, your registration cannot be refunded since we are committed to our reservation with Ross Point in full after that date. In case of true emergency we can try to negotiate this, but especially for configuring small group intensive mentoring experiences, we will count on your being with us once you have registered!
Arrivals/Departures:
If you are flying from out of the area please fly into Spokane, WA (GEG) by Wednesday afternoon, May 14, no later than 4pm, so our scheduled start at 5pm is protected. Flight departures anytime Wednesday, May 21 (scheduled breakfast included, unless your departure flight is too early). Thanks for arranging your arrival/departure times so that you will be present from beginning to end, not arriving late/leaving early. It takes about 30 minutes to get from the Spokane airport to the Ross Point Camp and we will meet you.
If you are driving to Ross Point Camp, please plan to be there by 4 pm on Wednesday, May 14, to get checked in and settled before our training time begins.
Location:
Ross Point Camp and Conference Center
820 S Ross Point Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
Tel: 208/773-1655 www.rosspoint.org
Other Follow-up:
After we receive your registration you will receive a number of emails over the coming weeks about your advance preparation, getting your travel information, and opportunities for interaction with your peer-mentors as our time grows near!
Questions about the experience?
Call or email Wendy Wilson, 208/665-2367, wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.com
Looking forward to having this time together!

She Can Teach
2024-09-11 17:00 - 2024-10-23 18:30 UTC | Online Event
CLOSED: FULL Check back in 2025 for another She Can Teach!
Seven consecutive Wednesdays, from September 11 to October 23, 5-6:30 PM (EST)
Calling all women ready to dive deep into the world of Bible teaching!
Join our She Can Teach Cohort Online and embark on a seven-week journey of discovery, growth, and connection!
What to Expect:

Empowering Community: Connect with like-minded women and build lasting friendships.
Expert Guidance: Led by experienced instructors, learn the art of crafting impactful biblical messages.
Confidence Building: Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran, gain the skills and assurance to teach confidently.
Transformative Learning: Dive deep into research techniques and presentation skills to captivate your audience.
Personal Support: With decades of experience, we are dedicated to your success every step of the way.

She Can Teach is designed by Dr Jackie Roese to give women the confidence and skills they need to proclaim God’s Word effectively. In a cohort of women, we learn to study, prepare, and deliver a transformative 20-minute biblical message in dependence on God’s Spirit and in a community of peer-learners. We will also discuss the internal issues that can cause women to doubt themselves and withhold their giftedness, including cultural, family and church background.
Jackie has taught the Scriptures and trained other women to do the same for more than 25 years out of her own love for Jesus and His Word. In 2008 she was the first female to serve on the Sunday morning preaching team at a large church in Dallas, Texas. With degrees from Dallas Seminary and Gordon-Conwell Seminary, she has done thoughtful and fruitful writing and teaching on the important and relevant topic of women in the evangelical church. In 2012, Jackie founded The Marcella Project, an organization committed to reshaping our view of women and to ennobling women through Scripture-focused teaching, training, and dialogue. She and her husband Steve have 3 adult children.
Don’t let fear hold you back! With our supportive environment and expert guidance, you’ll unleash your potential as a dynamic communicator of God’s Word.
Ready to embark on this enriching journey? Visit the link below for more information and secure your spot today!
https://themarcellaproject.networkforgood.com/events/67265-online-she-can-teach-cohort

The Spectrum of Evangelical Position and Practice on Women: Unpacking the Interpretive Challenges
2024-09-18 12:00 - 2025-04-16 14:00 (Europe/Moscow) | Online Event
For men and women of the Great Commission community
Online: Third Wednesday of each month, Sept 18 – April 16, 12-2pm ET
Presenter-Facilitators (scroll down for more about them*):
Heather Althoff – LifeWay Church, Missions Pastor
Don Turner – Global Focus, Pres/CEO
Wendy Wilson – MissioNexus, Advisor for Dev of Women; Women’s Development Track, Exec Dir
Note from Wendy Wilson, (Missio Nexus Mission Advisor for Development of Women, Women’s Development Track Exec Dir). Two subjects that have the most traction currently among our members in their quest to steward well the gifts of their women are 1) women in leadership, and 2) theology of women. So we are embarking on this series of guided online discussions to help address those requests. Our purpose here is to create fruitful conversation among those who love God and His Word, and to resource our members as they seek God’s heart in their understanding and practice. May the Bride of Christ be radiant!
As evangelicals we believe in the inerrancy of Scripture and hold a high view of God’s written Word to us as the basis of our belief and practice And we all love and worship the Living Word, Jesus, our Redeemer, Savior, and God Almighty. So how can it be that evangelicals – whether serious academics, ministry leaders or other devoted disciples – have come to such a wide variety of conclusions about God’s design and heart for women in the Body of Christ? Who they are, what they can do or not do, how they relate to God and His purposes, how they relate to their brothers in Christ. (And so, this discussion is really about men and women both!) And how can it be that evangelicals who may hold the same position, actually practice it quite differently?
When it comes to texts that have greatly influenced modern evangelical thought, we are dealing with issues of interpretation of Scripture, for we are agreed on the inspiration of Scripture. And so we can expectantly and graciously engage together in an exploration of what the interpretive challenges actually are in those passages. And the interpretive decisions we all make that impact the way we walk out our faith in the area of men and women in Christ.
In this workshop we will look at the spectrum of thought, the different ways and whys believers have come to different conclusions, all pursuing God’s heart and honoring His Word. We’ll consider closely some passages that are most often contested in this conversation: Genesis 1-3, Galatians 3, Ephesians 5, 1 Peter 3, 1 Timothy 2, 1 Corinthians 7, 11 & 14. Come and enjoy a respectful conversation, guided by Kingdom colleagues who are experienced in this rich discussion (and love it!) Our hope is to give you information and perspectives that encourage your own continuing journey in faith and practice.
In a series of eight monthly 2-hour sessions, on the THIRD Wednesday of each month from 12:00-2:00pm Eastern time, we will interact over the interpretive issues found in Scripture passages that are most commonly used as the biblical basis for various positions. As facilitators present various segments, we will discuss as peers to learn from each other’s experiences and practices as well.
#1, Sept 18 – Overview and Spectrum Summary
#2, Oct 16 – Genesis 1-3
#3, Nov 20 – Galatians 3, 1 Corinthians 7
#4, Dec 18 – Ephesians 5: 21-33, 1 Peter 3:1-9
#5, Jan 15 – 1 Tim 2: 8 – 15
#6, Feb 19 – 1 Tim 2: 8 – 15 (cont’d)
#7, Mar 19 – 1 Corinthians 11: 2-16, 14:26-40
#8, Apr 16 –Overview Old Testament to the Church
Suggested advance reading:
Neither Complementarian nor Egalitarian,(Baker Books, 2016), by Dr Michelle Lee-Barnewall (Assoc Professor of New Testament at Biola University)
After you read the book, listen to her 40-min podcast in an interview that highlights her journey into a more fruitful conversation.
Registration: $ 125 (click button above right corner)
Limited to 25 participants (closed when full) to best support both new relationships and vibrant discussions. Guided by experienced facilitators, we can look forward to a deeper dive on the subject at hand each week. We will alternate between times of content presentation and Zoom room discussions. While we understand that unexpected issues come up, we trust that each participant will honor the group by making this monthly meeting a priority. This way we can all look forward to the most meaningful experience together!
Cost: $125
Description when you register: Contested Passages Online
Dates: Sept 18, 2024 – April 16, 2025
Register online asap to assure your place – You will receive a confirmation and Zoom invitation soon after your registration is received!
Questions?
Contact Wendy – wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.org
(208) 665-2367
*More about your facilitators:
Heather Althoff currently serves as the Missions Pastor at LifeWay Church in Federal Way, WA. While earning a Bachelor’s degree in Classical Greek from Trinity University and a Master’s of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary, Heather developed a deep love for studying and teaching theology. She served as the Community Life Pastor, leading the assimilation and discipleship efforts at LifeWay from 2008-2019. In addition to teaching, she trained small group leaders and wrote discipleship materials. She has a passion for encouraging, training, and resourcing people to develop their relationship with Jesus, know their theology, and live out their calling to share Jesus with others. In 2019, Heather brought these same passions to LifeWay’s missions efforts. She lives in the Seattle area with her husband and two teenage kids.
Don Turner is the President of Global Focus, a ministry that helps local churches strategically enhance their involvement in missions. Don’s background is a unique blend of corporate and ministry experience – from the United States Air Force to a Fortune 500 company in the Seattle area as Manager of Strategic Planning and Management Control Systems, and the Assistant General Manager of Management Information Systems. In 1987 Don left the corporate world to accept an invitation to pastoral ministry, first as an executive pastor and then as a lead pastor, a position he held for 21 years. Also having served as an elder in his local church for many years, Don also serves on the Board of IMPACT and has a strong understanding of the church and global missions. He is passionate about helping every church member maximize their impact for God’s global mission.
Wendy Wilson has served in various capacities in leadership training ministry and missions since 1984. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Texas A&M University and a Master’s degree in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. She brings years of experience in engaging the spectrum of views in the ongoing evangelical discussion about women in ministry and marriage. Wendy lived and travelled abroad with Entrust, a pastoral training ministry, for 28 years. Then in 2012 she was asked to serve as the Mission Advisor for Development of Women to the Missio Nexus network of 350 agencies. In 2015 she became founder and director of a collaborative project, Women’s Development Track, to help agencies and churches bring the full spectrum of gifts of women more fully to bear in accomplishing the Great Commission alongside their brothers – as the Blessed Alliance!

CIT Online Courses
2025-01-01 - 2025-05-31 | Online Event
Explore a variety of practical online courses to support your cross-cultural work! From Adapting to Cross-Cultural Settings, to Language Re-Boot, to Evangelism, to Teaching Online, to Marriage Re-boot, to biblical studies . . . .so many topics to choose from in a one-week online group or individual opportunity. Offered by Grow2Serve. See the whole year calendar and offerings here.

January 2025

8 – 15: Onramp
15 – 29: Sustainable Resilience
22 – 29: Spiritual Warfare

February 2025

5 – 19: Intentional Multicultural Teams
17 – 24: Learning Culture Through Purposeful Observation (EC1)

March 2025

3 – 30: Onboarding 101
19 – 26: Spiritual Warfare

April 2025

2 – 9: Onramp
23 – 30: Culture Shock

May 2025

April 30 – May 14: Intentional Multicultural Teams

You’ve made huge sacrifices and have traveled to a far away place to serve faithfully. But you’re not seeing the fruitfulness in ministry you’ve been hoping for. Some new information, a refresher, or an encouraging group is probably what you need to get back on track for faithfully serving where God has placed you. Check out these courses from CIT Next that are coming up over the next few months.

For other CIT courses CLICK HERE

Leadership Pathways, Part 2: Leading Myself as I Follow Christ
2025-03-26 17:00 - 2025-04-01 19:00 UTC | Ross Point Camp and Conference Center, 820 S Ross Point Rd, Post Falls, ID, 83854, United States
March 26 – April 2, 2025
Registration closed: FULL – email Wendy to be put on a “first-notify” list in case a spot opens up.
Facilitators: Caryn Young, Strengths-Finders coach
Joy Beless, Spiritual Director and Worship Leader
Wendy Wilson, Women’s Development Track – Exec Dir
Usually the hardest person to lead is . . . myself! Has the woman in the mirror cultivated her own relationship with God in stillness and trust, recognizing the other voices that compete for her priorities? As we steward the gift of leadership and the impact of our leadership on others, we want to nurture a lifestyle that can resist busy-ness and capitulation as opportunities press hard on us for a response. This is where too many leaders compromise spiritual vitality and their ability to lead others well. With both guided and private space to sit with the Lord and to catch up with your soul, we will enjoy a variety of practices that invite us to protect essential margin and quiet before the Lord so that we maintain the spiritual vitality needed to lead others well. We will explore life/work balance and boundaries; working with our brothers, being aware of self-limiting perceptions, maintaining healthy personal vision, conflict management, and other internal permission issues that can impact our leadership as women in particular. We will also address God’s design for our best contribution through personal Strengths-Finders discovery and coaching on-site during the week. This peer-mentoring community is guided by experienced women mentors and limited to a cohort of 10 participants, so we leave with important friendships for the ongoing journey! Part 1 is recommended but not required. (Advance reading for discussion: Seven Deadly Sins of Women in Leadership, by Kate Coleman, and Sacred Rhythms, by Ruth Haley Barton)
Learning is done in an interactive peer-group, guided by experienced mentors, with a maximum of 10 women (max 2 per organization.) First come, first serve!
Course Schedule:
Begin Wednesday evening, March 26, with registration and dinner at 5pm, then introductory session following. End Tuesday evening, April 1, at 7pm (registration includes your room for this night, assuming April 2 departures.) (9:00 am – 6:00 pm daily (including worship, personal reflection time, group instruction and interaction, plus several breaks and a long lunch with evenings free.)
We will enjoy an extended worship time together on the first morning to ease into our week, and a Free Afternoon half way through the week to enjoy the area and have some fun/relaxation. Beautiful downtown Coeur d’Alene, Idaho is 10 minutes away with shops, restaurants, art galleries, the CdA Resort, hiking by the lake!
Cost for the Week: $ 900 all-inclusive, on-site

We will be hosted by the Ross Point Camp and Conference Center in Post Falls, ID, situated in a beautiful location on the Spokane River. This all-inclusive price includes lovely accommodation with a bathroom in each room (based on double occupancy) and use of all facilities, with 3 meals/day plus coffee breaks, for the duration of your stay, March 26-April 2, except dinner on the afternoon off. It also includes training instruction, all meeting rooms, and administration (materials ordered separately). Transportation not included: If you need help arranging transportation from the airport to Ross Point, we can suggest airport shuttle options.
(Because this is actual cost, it is not tax-deductible.) General registration deadline: January 24, 2025 (closed – FULL)
Registration: limited places
Register and pay through the link in the top right corner of this page. (Notation for LP2 – March 2025) Or mail the Registration Form and Fee, check made payable to Women’s Development Track PO Box 894 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816
If you prefer to have a single room, check the box on the registration form and we will notify you if any become available, for an extra $250/week which you can pay upon notice of availability.
Confirmation:
We will confirm your reservation and send your receipt when we receive your registration form and payment. Before you book your travel, please wait until you hear from us to affirm a full group for your module.
Refund Policy:
If cancellation is made on your part before the registration deadline, you will be refunded all but $150. If cancellation is made after the registration deadline and we are able to fill your place with another participant, you will also be refunded all but $150. However, if cancellation is made after the registration deadline and we are not able to fill your place, your registration cannot be refunded since we are committed to our reservation with Ross Point in full after that date. In case of true emergency we can try to negotiate this, but especially for configuring small group intensive mentoring experiences, we will count on your being with us once you have registered!
Arrivals/Departures:
If you are flying from out of the area please fly into Spokane, WA (GEG) by Wednesday afternoon, March 26, no later than 4pm, so our scheduled start at 5pm is protected. Flight departures anytime Wednesday, April 2 (scheduled breakfast included, unless your departure flight is too early). Thanks for arranging your arrival/departure times so that you will be present from beginning to end, not arriving late/leaving early. It takes about 30 minutes to get from the Spokane airport to the Ross Point Camp.
If you are driving to Ross Point Camp, please plan to be there by 4 pm on Wednesday, March 26, to get checked in and settled before our training time begins.
Location:
Ross Point Camp and Conference Center
820 S Ross Point Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
Tel: 208/773-1655 www.rosspoint.org
Other Follow-up:
After we receive your registration you will receive a number of emails over the coming weeks about your advance preparation, getting your travel information, and opportunities for interaction with your peer-mentors as our time grows near!
Questions about the experience?
Call or email Wendy Wilson, 208/665-2367, wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.com
Looking forward to having this time together!

Pursuing Partnership Culture: Considerations as Men and Women Lead Together
2025-04-01 - 2025-04-30 | Online Event
Coming again soon: check back!
Wednesdays, 12:30 – 2:00pm Eastern time, bi-weekly
For men and women both to participate and process as colleagues.
Session 1: Introductions and Overview
Session 2: Benefits and Barriers – Structural & Practical
Session 3: Implications of Theology – The Evangelical Spectrum
Session 4: Flourishing Partnership – Inner Life
Session 5: Flourishing Partnership – Community Culture
Session 6: Flourishing Partnership – Intentional Practices
Pursuing Partnership Culture: Considerations as Men and Women Lead Together
*Organizational Culture Shifts that Help Men and Women Flourish as They Work Together
*Reducing Unintended Barriers to Healthy Partnership
*Creating Pathways for Women in Organizational Leadership

This online workshop is limited to 20 participants who are focused on exploring and growing together around men and women leading together. (Limit 3 people from any one organization, but colleagues attending together is encouraged for maximum benefit to the organization)

*Learn with and from other participants in a discussion-based format
*Spiritual reflection and practical help
*Leave with new relationships and insights
*Opportunities for ongoing cohort learning and interaction following event
Facilitated by Ms. Wendy Wilson and Dr. Rob Dixon
*More about our facilitators below
Event Specifics:
Facilitators will lead us in interaction around understanding what is happening in both the research and changing expectations around men and women working together in leadership. What do we have to gain or lose by actively pursuing a more effective blend of men and women working together at the leadership level? How do address the challenges and opportunities? We will engage questions and interaction, and make progress on developing effective processes for your own scenario.
*Is the need for change traditional, theological and/or practical?
*What can be easily changed (once recognized) and what is more challenging?
*What might a helpful organizational readiness process look like toward engaging effective partnerships?
*How might expectations be different between home office leadership, field staff, supporting churches?
*As many entities desire to involve more women in their leadership structures (field or executive roles), what might be unintended barriers and unrecognized opportunities in this direction?
*How can we create more avenues to find, develop, support, and retain more gifted women to bring the perspective and talent that we desire for our organizations?
*What characteristics of organizational culture best support men and women working together in leadership?
We will consider a variety of intentional organizational practices that can help us move toward organizational cultures that invite, develop, and support women with leadership gifts and experience so male leaders have the eyes and perspectives they need from their female allies. As we identify any unintended barriers to meaningful partnership that may be at work in our own organizational cultures, we are free to think creatively about removing and replacing them with processes that more accurately reflect our goals and help us accomplish our mission. We can begin to cultivate readiness, embrace desired change, and establish ongoing pathways to bring the benefits of male/female partnerships more fully to bear. The Image of God displayed and at work!
Who is this for?
*Mission Organization Decision-Makers (Executive Level, HR/Personnel)
*Field Staff Leadership
*Church Leadership (Pastors, Elders, Dir. of Ops/Personnel)

Registration: $ 125
Register and pay online through the link in the top right corner of this page. (Notation for Partnerships – 2025) If mailing payment after registering, make check payable to Women’s Development Track PO Box 894 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816.
QUESTIONS about the experience?
Call or email Wendy Wilson, 208/665-2367, wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.com

* More about your facilitators for Pathways to Partnership:

Dr. Rob Dixon has served with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship for 26 years, and currently works as a Senior Fellow with the InterVarsity Institute. Rob holds a Doctor of Intercultural Studies degree from Fuller Theological Seminary, and his book, Together in Ministry: Women and Men in Flourishing Partnerships, was published in September 2021 from InterVarsity Press Academic. Rob spends his time training, coaching, and consulting on the topic of women and men in partnership, and he has enjoyed his interactions with organizations such as Missio Nexus, the Reformed Church in America, Wycliffe, ECO Presbyterian, and others. In his free time, Rob enjoys long runs, hanging out with his family, and adjunct teaching at Fresno Pacific University and Fuller Theological Seminary.
Ms. Wendy Wilson expresses her joy and privilege as envisioning and equipping women to bring their gifts fully into the grand calling of the Great Commission. With a BBA from Texas A&M University, and an MABS from Dallas Theological Seminary, Wendy has led inter-mission and inter-confessional equipping efforts abroad and at home, spending the last decade focussing on strengthening US-based Mission Agencies in an intentional development culture for women. Having 25 years of executive leadership experience in missions, Wendy served the Missio Nexus membership as Mission Advisor for Development of Women from 2012-2024. She is also the founder and Executive Director of the collaborative Women’s Development Track.

CALLED: Equipping Women for Ministry Leadership
2025-04-11 - 2025-04-12 | Moody Bible Institute
In-person and virtual options!
Called is a one-day training event at Moody Bible Institute designed to strengthen women currently serving or preparing to serve in ministry leadership. Along with keynote speakers Dr Sandra Glahn and Elizabeth Woodson, we will offer 18 different workshops taught by seasoned ministry leaders and professors – take a moment to glance through the list of 18 workshops on the website. There will also be a pre-conference workshop on Friday, April 11, with Dr Julie Slattery on Authentic Sexuality, as well as dinner and a panel discussion led by Dr Pam McRae at 6pm.
Women are encouraged to come to the campus of Moody Bible Institute or join us virtually on Saturday, April 12, 9:00am – 4:30pm. (Doors open at 8am.) In past years,many ministry leaders have used the Called conference as a training opportunity for their entire team. Please also check out a new option this year of a pre-conference training day with an option to earn CEU credit from Moody Bible Institute. Two different certificates will be offered. You can choose either a certificate in “Ministry to Women” or “Ministry to Women in a Military Context.” Learn more about the conference and register at https://www.moodyconferences.com/called/.

Leading 10X Bigger: Leadership Pathways for Women
2025-05-14 17:00 - 2025-05-20 19:00 UTC | Ross Point Camp and Conference Center, 820 S Ross Point Rd, Post Falls, ID, 83854, United States
Consider joining us for Leading 10X Bigger – a 1-week executive level training for women whose leadership platform is expanding. (Formerly called Leadership Pathways 1)
As your leadership increases, so does your need for practical skills and spiritual depth. Join us for a week of building your competence, confidence, and abilities in close community with other women leaders. Participants will be equipped to set direction, lead change, build a team, serve as a spokesperson, and lead up—while remaining deeply connected to the Lord. You will leave resourced, refined, and refreshed for the important work to which you have been called.
Dates
May 14-21, 2025
Plan to arrive by 5 pm on Wednesday, the 14th, and depart anytime on the 21st.
Target Audience
Leading 10X Bigger is for women who are new to executive leadership or preparing for greater responsibility. If you are a current organization leader seeking to deepen your bench this would be a good opportunity to consider for one of your rising leaders. Only 10 spaces! Act now.
Venue
Ross Point Camp & Conference Center
820 S Ross Point Rd
Post Falls Idaho
Plan to fly into Spokane International Airport. Ross Point Camp & Conference Center is a 35-minute drive from the Spokane International Airport.
Cost
Members $989
Non-Members $1189
Single occupancy upgrade is available for anyone interested at a cost of $175 per person.
What’s Included
Food and Lodging – double occupancy
Transportation to and from the Spokane International Airport (if desired)
Meet Your Facilitators

Andrea Buczynski has served as the Global VP for Leadership Development and HR for Cru for the past twenty years. She came to Christ through the Four Spiritual Laws while a chemistry student at Penn State. Called to campus ministry 47 years ago, her formative ministry and leadership experience started with 15 years of campus assignments throughout the Midwest before coming to serve at the headquarters in Florida in 1993. Nine years as National Director of Staffed Campuses preceded a short time as Global Campus Ministry Leadership Development specialist, before taking on the Vice President role in 2004. She is currently serving as a Leadership Development consultant and coach with Cru, and a Board member for Christian Leadership Alliance. She enjoys coffee, good books and the beach.

Jenn Williamson, DMin, is the Director of Leadership Formation for Missio Nexus. She is passionate about equipping and encouraging Christian leaders to guide their organizations to greater effectiveness by developing and employing strategies and systems that reflect and reveal the Kingdom of God. She is a co-host of the podcast, GOING: Where God is at Work, discussing global missions. Originally from the US, she has lived and worked in Lyon, France since 2010 where she continues to equip and mentor global leaders and train cross-cultural workers.

Contact
For any questions, please contact us at Events@MissioNexus.org.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received on or before April 16 will be refunded minus a $75 cancellation fee. After that, no refund is available.
Missio Nexus encourages interaction on diverse and difficult topics. Be aware that the information shared in this event may not reflect the views of the Missio Nexus staff, board, or other community members.

Thrive Summer Retreat: Cape Town, South Africa
2025-07-14 15:30 - 2025-07-17 13:30 UTC
July 14-17
Thrive is hosting a special getaway at The President Resort in Cape Town for you and a limited number of other U.S. and Canadian women who live and work cross-culturally. For registration and information as an attendee or as a volunteer, go to thriveministry.org
The retreat will include many opportunities for:

Self care
Fellowship with women working cross-culturally
Worship and praise
Encouragement through the teaching of the Word
Connecting with new friends in discussion groups

During your afternoon free time, you will be encouraged to choose activities that relax and refuel you:

Enjoy extended quiet time with the Lord
Pray with a member of our Prayer Team
Meet with a counselor to process life
Take a nap / read a book
Get your hair cut (most retreat locations)
Relax while receiving a massage (most retreat locations)
Benefit from a foot massage and pedicure
Join a friend to have your colors done (most retreat locations)

Evenings are filled with laughter and time to connect with new friends.
For registration and information as an attendee or as a volunteer, go to thriveministry.org

Group Discipleship: Guiding Peer-Learning
2025-08-25 - 2025-08-29 | SIM USA, 14830 Choate Circle, Charlotte, NC, 28273, United States
Orange County, CA
(Registration closed – FULL – check back in 2026!)
Invest in a week of personal refreshment, ministry renewal and re-tooling in a beautiful setting with like-minded peers! Limited places available – first come, first serve. . .
hosted and requested by: A3
facilitated by Wendy Wilson (Dir, WDT)
Making the shift from “teaching as telling” to “guide on the side” is key to the kind of relational teaching that nurtures a lifetime disciple – and it’s something that many of us can learn to do more effectively than lecture! Guided peer-learning frees us to connect the truth of God’s Word with the realities of our lives, using any good content of your choice well. Group learning involves becoming a co-learner and a guide, actively listening, preparing good questions that guide toward discovery, staying on track by building continuity, building trust and respect among members, and designing discipleship experiences that transform and multiply. Besides being a key shift in teaching style to engage the next generation, these are life skills that apply to small group Bible Studies, home groups, ministry teams, web-based meetings, and to the variety of conversations we have daily with people around us! Some advance preparation.
This development experience will help you build confidence and discipleship skills that strengthen your ability to step into the opportunities God is putting before you! Invest now in a relational learning experience with peers, in a lovely setting for renewal and growth! Learning is done in interactive peer-groups, guided by experienced mentors, with a maximum of 10 women in each group. First come, first serve! Register by June 15.
Course Schedule:
Begin Monday afternoon, August 25, 3pm sharp, with introductions/overview and dinner. End Friday evening, August 29, at 7pm (registration includes your room for this night, assuming August 30 departures.) Daily activities from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, which include worship, personal reflection time, group instruction and interaction, plus several breaks, a long lunch and evenings free.
Cost for the Week: $750 all-inclusive, on-site, or $550 for commuters

Register and pay through the link in the top right corner of this page. (Notation for GrpD)
We will be hosted by SIM USA located in Charlotte, NC. This all-inclusive price includes lovely accommodation with a bathroom in each room (based on double occupancy) and use of all facilities, with 3 meals/day plus coffee breaks, for the duration of your stay, April 15-21. It also includes training instruction, all meeting rooms, administration, pick-up and delivery to the Charlotte airport. Some materials ordered separately, approx $20. What a deal!
Because this is an event fee, it is not tax-deductible.
To best protect an undistracted experience we ask that, even if you are staying elsewhere, you stay fully engaged with your group all day through dinner.
Confirmation:
We will confirm your reservation when we receive your registration form and payment, as places cannot be confirmed until payment is received. Register soon to assure your place.
Before you book your travel, please wait until you hear from us to affirm a full group for your module. If there are not at least 5 participants per module, we will need to cancel and your fees will be refunded in full. You’ll be notified no later than 2 months before the module start date.
Refund Policy:
If your plans change and cancellation is necessary, you will receive a refund, less a $150 cancellation fee. Since groups are limited to 10, cancellations affect the overall group experience and configuration as well as our commitment to the facility. Therefore, we ask that each participant make every effort to be present once registered. Thank you!
Arrivals/Departures:
If you are flying from out of the area please fly into Orange County (SNA) by Monday morning, August 25, no later than 12:00pm, so our scheduled start at 3:00pm is protected. Flight departures anytime Saturday, August 30 (breakfast included). Thanks for arranging your arrival/departure times so that you will be present from beginning to end, not arriving late/leaving early. It takes about 30 minutes to get from the airport to the guest facility and we will arrange your pickup.
If you are driving to Orange County, please plan to be there by 2:00 pm on Monday, August 25, to get checked in and settled before our training time begins.
Location:
TBA
Other Follow-up:
After registration closes you will receive a number of emails over the following few weeks about any advance preparation, getting your travel information, and opportunities for interaction with your peer-mentors as our time grows near!
Questions about the experience?
Call or email Wendy Wilson, 208/665-2367, wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.com
Looking forward to having this time together!
* More about the facilitators:
Wendy Wilson has served in various training ministries and missions since 1984. Wendy served with Entrust, a pastoral training ministry, for 28 years. Since 2012 has served as the Mission Advisor for Development of Women to the Missio Nexus network of 350 agencies. In 2015 she became founder and director of a collaborative project, Women’s Development Track, to help agencies and churches bring the full spectrum of gifts of women more fully to bear in accomplishing the Great Commission. She enjoys peer-learning through well-guided discussion as a foundational culture for growth.

The Evangelical Spectrum on Theology of Women: A Self-Guided Workshop
2025-09-01 - 2026-06-01 | Online Event
A self-guided series of recorded sessions (below.) Work through it on your own or, even better, with a group!
Because the issue of women and men in the home, church, and society has gained new interest over the last decade, we have attempted to summarize the main issues in the varying positions and practice by evangelicals who all hold a high view of God’s written Word. We hope this can be a good start to an important exploration in your own process of clarity and fluency in this issue as well as a launch into even more amazement at the new life we have in Christ as Image-bearers in male and female of our Creator God!
When it comes to texts that have greatly influenced modern evangelical thought, we are dealing with issues of interpretation of Scripture, for we are agreed on the inspiration of Scripture. And so we can expectantly and graciously engage together in an exploration of what the interpretive challenges actually are in those passages. And the interpretive decisions we all make that impact the way we walk out our faith in the area of men and women in Christ.
Below you’ll find the recorded parts of our online seminar that we normally do as monthly sessions with discussion and interaction interspersed (which we don’t record.) If you have a group with which to listen through these explanations of the interpretive challenges of passages that are most often used to form a position and practice, stop at various points to hear from each other – with an attitude of respectful disagreement and listening to learn:
What was new to me? What makes most sense to me at this point and why? How have I seen this taught or practiced in my sphere of influence? What do I want to think/pray about or study further?
Watch Here:

Overview and Spectrum Summary
Genesis 1-3
Galatians 3, 1 Corinthians 7
Ephesians 5: 21-33, 1 Peter 3:1-9
1 Tim 2: 8 – 15
Review and 1 Cor 11
1 Corinthians 11: 2-16, 14:26-40
Overview Old Testament to the Church

Facilitators:
Heather Althoff currently serves as the Missions Pastor at LifeWay Church in Federal Way, WA. While earning a bachelor’s degree in Classical Greek from Trinity University and a Master of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary, Heather developed a deep love for studying and teaching theology. She served as the Community Life Pastor, leading the assimilation and discipleship efforts at LifeWay from 2008-2019. In addition to teaching, she trained small group leaders and wrote discipleship materials. She has a passion for encouraging, training, and resourcing people to develop their relationship with Jesus, know their theology, and live out their calling to share Jesus with others. In 2019, Heather brought these same passions to LifeWay’s missions efforts. She lives in the Seattle area with her husband and two teenage kids.
Don Turner was the President of Global Focus, a ministry that helps local churches strategically enhance their involvement in missions. Now retired, Don’s background is a unique blend of corporate and ministry experience – from the United States Air Force to a Fortune 500 company in the Seattle area as Manager of Strategic Planning and Management Control Systems, and the Assistant General Manager of Management Information Systems. In 1987 Don left the corporate world to accept an invitation to pastoral ministry, first as an executive pastor and then as a lead pastor, a position he held for 21 years. Also having served as an elder in his local church for many years, Don also serves on the Board of IMPACT and has a strong understanding of the church and global missions. He is passionate about helping every church member maximize their impact for God’s global mission.
Wendy Wilson has served in various capacities in leadership training ministry and missions since 1984. She earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Texas A&M University and a master’s degree in biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. She brings years of experience in engaging the spectrum of views in the ongoing evangelical discussion about women in ministry and marriage. Wendy lived and travelled abroad with a pastoral training ministry, for 28 years, developing an ongoing process of shepherd training for women. Then She served as the Mission Advisor for Development of Women to the Missio Nexus network of 350 agencies from 2012-2024. In 2015 she became founder and director of a collaborative project she continues to lead, Women’s Development Track, to help agencies and churches bring the full spectrum of gifts of women more fully to bear in accomplishing the Great Commission alongside their brothers – as the Blessed Alliance!
Questions about our process . . or yours? Contact Wendy at wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.com

Leadership Pathways for Women: A Monthly Online Coaching Cohort
2025-09-11 - 2026-04-09 | Online Event
Leadership Pathways for Women: Growing through our Internal Hindrances
“If your gift is to lead, do it diligently” Rom 12:8
An online coaching cohort for Great Commission women gifted with leading, initiating, and strategic-thinking.
Limited to 12 women – FULL (Registration CLOSED)

Women are making their way into strategic positions of influence and leadership within the church, ministry and missions as we’ve recognized what we are missing without them. They are called by God to serve and flourish in these arenas! At the same time, we’ve seen that a women’s path into leadership is often different than a man’s, involving external and internal challenges that are not all unique to women, but they tend to hinder women in unique ways.
This guided experience of peer-learning involves monthly online meetings around the coaching process, 7 Deadly Sins of Women in Leadership, developed by Dr Kate Coleman. This 8-part investment brings together hard-won wisdom, biblical insight, and practical tools to empower women in leadership.
Discussions will be facilitated by Wendy Wilson, Exec Dir of Women’s Development Track, with coaching sessions facilitated by Beth Eckstein, Certified Executive Coach (see more about them below). Beth and Wendy will guide us through this process of discovery and peer-learning as follows:
8 Monthly Sessions: Sept 2025 – April 2026, SECOND Thursday of the month, 12:00 – 1:30pm ET
#1 – September 11: Introductions and Overview
Laying the Foundation for a Good Experience – Vision, Vulnerability, and Group Guidelines
#2 – October 9: Hindrance #1 – Limiting Self-Perceptions
Discussion: Identifying Truth and Defeating our Inner Critics
Coaching: Your own Internal Narratives
#3 – November 13: Hindrance #2 – Failure to Draw the Line
Discussion: Life-Giving Boundaries and Practical Boundary Management
Coaching: Your own Relationship to Boundaries
#4 – December 11: Hindrance #3 – Inadequate Personal Vision
Discussion: Discerning and Living into God-given Vision in Every Season
Coaching: Ambition Guilt
#5 – January 8: Hindrance #4 – Rhythms of Work and Rest
Discussion: Worshipping God by Honoring our God-given Limits
Coaching: Neglecting Self-Care
#6 – February 12: Hindrance #5 – The Disease to Please
Discussion: Balancing Relationships and Leadership
Coaching: Security Idolatry
#7 – March 12: Hindrance #6 – Colluding and not Confronting
Discussion: Addressing Conflict with Wisdom and Courage
Coaching: Colluding with Dysfunction
#8 – April 9: Hindrance #7 – Neglect in Family Matters
Discussion: Trusting God with our Nearest and Dearest
Coaching: Self-Reliance over God-Reliance
What you’ll be asked to do: 1) To make the most of our time together, you’ll prepare for our sessions each month by reading one chapter in the book 7 Deadly Sins of Women in Leadership and watching the videos for each month on your own. 2) At the end of each cohort session you will be given a personal action step to process with the group the next month. 3) And we’ll ask you to commit your best intentions to this cohort to be present and prepared every month!
Cost: $250 + purchase of the book, includes:
1) Full access to the video series on your own. Find previews of the video study here. (An individual subscription costs $250 alone but we can get a group rate through Women’s Development Track AND add the essential cohort learning experience together.)
2) Monthly 90-minute online sessions with your cohort for important processing and coaching as peers per the schedule above.
Registration: Register and pay through the button at the top right of this page (Notation for 7DS Online.) Or Registration online but mail a check made payable to Women’s Development Track PO Box 894 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816. Your place will be confirmed when payment is received.
Your Facilitators:
Wendy Wilson brings 40+ years in missions, church ministry, and leadership. After 28 years with a pastoral training ministry in which she led the development of shepherd training for women, Wendy then served as the Missio Nexus Mission Advisor for Development of Women from 2012-2024, focusing on growing the participation of women in executive leadership roles for member agencies. In 2015 she founded Women’s Development Track as a collaborative platform for training and mentoring Great Commission women. She brings wide experience in the diverse evangelical discussion and practice around women and ministry, and offers perspective on the growing opportunity for the Great Commission community to steward the giftedness of women thoughtfully, actively and effectively.
Beth Eckstein has over two decades specializing in leadership development and change transformation. She is an accomplished Executive Coach and Facilitator, certified Cultural Intelligence Consultant, and Immunity to Change/Developmental Sprint® Facilitator. Her MA in Organizational Change Management involved specific research in effective leadership coaching during change transformation. Beth spent 25 years in Asia with SEND International in various roles including the Asst Dir of Training and Development as well as the Dir of Women’s Ministry. Having worked with leaders from both non-profit and corporate spaces focused on leadership development and change transformation, she is passionate to see women flourish in whatever sphere of influence they are working in for kingdom impact.
Questions? Wendy@WomensDevelopmenttrack.com

Preaching Workshop: Bringing the Word of God to the People of God
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-13 | Coeur dAlene, ID
Registration closed. Check back in 2026!
In-person: September 12-13
Online in-between for coaching
Calling all who love to study God’s Word to be ready to dive deep into the world of Bible teaching! If studying God’s Word brings even a flicker of excitement to your heart, God may be speaking to you about how He has designed you to contribute to His Body.
Join our in-person cohort of 10-12 women and men who sense that God may want to use them in the preaching ministry of their church or ministry. Embark with others on this special journey of discovery, growth, and connection as we learn to develop a biblical message and deliver it with passion and Spirit-led preparation to the community of Christ!
What to Expect:

Empowering Community: Connect with like-minded others and build lasting friendships.
Expert Guidance: Led by experienced instructors, learn the art of crafting impactful biblical messages.
Confidence Building: Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran, gain the skills and assurance to teach confidently.
Transformative Learning: Dive deep into research techniques and presentation skills to captivate your audience.
Personal Support: With decades of experience, we are dedicated to your success every step of the way.

Sept 12-13: We will meet in-person from 3pm – 8pm Friday – 9am – 6pm Saturday to learn to develop a biblical message. Friday dinner, Saturday lunch provided.
Between Sept 14 – Nov 14 we will work on our messages, developing them and practicing them with coaching provided individually online as you prepare. Plan on 2-5 hours per week of thoughtful study of your passage as you move toward message preparation.
Nov 14-15: We will meet in-person from 3pm – 8pm Friday – 9am – 6pm Saturday to preach our biblical message to the cohort for feedback from each other as well as from our coach. Friday dinner, Saturday lunch provided.
This special preaching workshop is designed by Dr Jackie Roese to build confidence and skills in those ready to give themselves to the sacred work of proclaiming God’s Word effectively. In this cohort of learners, we learn to study, prepare, and deliver a transformative 20-minute biblical message in dependence on God’s Spirit and in a community of peer-learners. We will also discuss the internal issues that can cause us to doubt ourselves and withhold our giftedness, including cultural, family and church background.
Jackie has taught the Scriptures and trained others to do the same for 30 years out of her own love for Jesus and His Word. In 2008 she was the first female to serve on the Sunday morning preaching team at a large church in Dallas, Texas. With degrees from Dallas Seminary and Gordon-Conwell Seminary, she has done thoughtful and fruitful writing and teaching on the important and relevant topic of women in the evangelical church. In 2012, Jackie founded The Marcella Project, an organization committed to reshaping our view of women and to ennobling women through Scripture-focused teaching, training, and dialogue. She loves to see sisters and brothers in Christ partnering together in their giftedness to strengthen Christ’s church. She and her husband Steve have 3 adult children.
Don’t let fear hold you back! With our supportive environment and expert guidance, you’ll begin to unleash your potential as a lover of God’s transforming Word, learning to listen to His Spirit as you soak in your preparation, and seeing your ministry as an offering of love to Jesus and His church. If you know you love to preach, this course will help gain more effectiveness. If you aren’t sure but think God may be inviting you into this form of service, this course will give you understanding of the process and an opportunity to experience it.
Registration: $175, limited places
Register and pay through the link in the top right corner of this page. (Notation for Preach – Fall 2025) Or mail the Registration Form and Fee, check made payable to Women’s Development Track PO Box 894 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816. Over the next few months you will receive a welcome email and more info at the address you indicate on your registration.
Refund Policy:
Because this is a cohort with limited places and others will depend on your participation, if cancellation is necessary and we are able to fill your place with another participant, you will also be refunded. However, if cancellation is made and we are not able to fill your place, your registration cannot be refunded. In case of true emergency we can try to negotiate this, but especially for configuring small group intensive mentoring experiences, we will count on your being with us once you have registered!
Location:
1st Presbyterian Church, 521 E Lakeside, Coeur dAlene ID 83814
Questions about the experience?
Call or email Wendy Wilson, 208/665-2367, wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.com

Missio Nexus Mission Leaders Conference
2025-09-24 14:00 - 2025-09-26 12:00 UTC | Orlando, FL, Orlando, FL, United States
Missio Nexus National Mission Leader’s Conference
September 24-26, 2025 Orlando, FL
ECHO: Amplifying the Need for Global Evangelism
“Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.”
Evangelism is a foundational activity of Jesus’ command to disciple the nations. It is an ancient practice facing contemporary challenges. How do we obey Jesus in proclaiming the good news? What does proclamation look like in our global and local contexts? How can we meaningfully communicate the gospel message in a relevant and compelling way?
Join us as we seek to understand and act upon our responsibility to proclaim the good news to a lost world.
This annual event hosted by Missio Nexus brings together like-minded individuals who are passionate about missions and global outreach. This year, we are again excited to offer two conferences: the Mission Leaders Conference and the Church Mission Leaders Conference.At ECHO, you will have the opportunity to catalyze relationships with peers, colleagues, and mentors who share similar goals, share innovative ideas with out-of-the-box thought leaders, and connect with mission-focused churches and organizations.

Network with Hundreds of Leaders in the Global Missions Community
Four Featured Keynotes
13 Tracks
65 Workshops
Earn up to 12 Hours of CPE Credit in Select Workshops

Register now to secure your spot!
MissioNexus.org

AZMERA Fall Retreat: Tbilisi, Georgia
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-26
October 23-26, 2025 Tbilisi, Georgia

Azmera Haven Retreats are for English speaking, Kingdom minded women serving cross-culturally overseas, from various nations and vocations, and their local teammates. We welcome business expats (full-time vocational workers employed by embassies, companies, military, etc.) with a heart for God.
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net

Be provided with a safe environment to process, be heard, be prayed for, be loved, and if desired, receive counseling.

Enjoy laughing and meeting new friends as you have the opportunity to CONNECT with other women living and ministering near you.

Experience teaching from the Word by women with cross-cultural experience.

Find plenty of time to rest as well as a place to worship and COMMUNE with Jesus.

Enjoy being cherished at our Azmera “ConnectionHub”.

Be encourage & feel honored.

Experience God’s delight in you!
Please join us for a 4-day Azmera Haven Retreat. Allow a team of volunteers the opportunity to be a part of expressing God’s delight in YOU.
We welcome women with a heart for God to come and have a time of spiritual intake, rest and renewal. This haven retreat is special for those women who can speak English to be a part of other women’s lives from around the world as we gather together to savor God’s Word. For Kingdom-minded women, workers & expats from various nationalities, and their local teammates. We welcome you to join!
What can you expect? Our hopes are that YOU would:

What does it cost? The cost for women serving overseas to attend the retreat is $510 (or $150 with a Haven Scholarship*)
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net

Azmera Fall Retreat: Castelwellan, Northern Ireland
2025-10-30 - 2025-11-03
October 30-Nov 3, 2025 Castlewellan, Northern Ireland

Azmera Haven Retreats are for English speaking, Kingdom minded women serving cross-culturally overseas, from various nations and vocations, and their local teammates. We welcome business expats (full-time vocational workers employed by embassies, companies, military, etc.) with a heart for God.
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net

Be provided with a safe environment to process, be heard, be prayed for, be loved, and if desired, receive counseling.

Enjoy laughing and meeting new friends as you have the opportunity to CONNECT with other women living and ministering near you.

Experience teaching from the Word by women with cross-cultural experience.

Find plenty of time to rest as well as a place to worship and COMMUNE with Jesus.

Enjoy being cherished at our Azmera “ConnectionHub”.

Be encourage & feel honored.

Experience God’s delight in you!
Please join us for a 4-day Azmera Haven Retreat. Allow a team of volunteers the opportunity to be a part of expressing God’s delight in YOU.
We welcome women with a heart for God to come and have a time of spiritual intake, rest and renewal. This haven retreat is special for those women who can speak English to be a part of other women’s lives from around the world as we gather together to savor God’s Word. For Kingdom-minded women, workers & expats from various nationalities, and their local teammates. We welcome you to join!
What can you expect? Our hopes are that YOU would:

What does it cost? The cost for women serving overseas to attend the retreat is $510 (or $150 with a Haven Scholarship*)
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net

Clifton Strengths Workshop: Embracing My Design
2025-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | Coeur dAlene, ID
Registration closed
Embracing My Design for the Glory of God and His Purposes through Me
(For women and men both!)
In a culture of overcommitment and porous boundaries, understanding more about how God has wired me to best contribute to my relationships and ministry opportunities for HIS GLORY can help me make better (guilt-free) decisions with my limited time and support healthy relationships with the people God has placed in my life.
Saturday workshop: NOVEMBER 15, 2025 9am – 1pm
521 E Lakeside, Coeur dAlene, ID 83814 (Gymnasium doors facing parking lot on 5th street)
Facilitated by Heather Erickson, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, https://coeursolutions.com
Cost: $60 (Includes the Gallup Strengths Survey and materials)
It’s easy to think everyone approaches life and relationships the way we do, but the reality is that God designed diversity into each one of us that allows us to 1) bring our strengths (and embrace them) for the benefit of others, and 2) to depend on others (and grow in grace) for what they bring that is different from us. Frustration can turn to appreciation!
Uncover your unique God-given talents through CliftonStrengths reports and activities:
* Grow your identity in Christ!
* Lean into your God Given talents!
* Bless your colleagues, friendships, marriages, and parenting with more godly confidence!

The workshop includes the CliftonStrengths survey which you will take 7 days before you come. It takes about 45 minutes to complete. The link to the survey will come to the email address you put on your registration form. We will deep dive into your top 5 reports, giving you personalized insights and a full understanding of the top 5 reports. Facilitated reflection and discussion, guided activities to help you create an application strategy for growth into your design! After this engaging overview, Heather can be engaged for followup appointments to explore what you have to gain through growth into your strengths:
* in coaching more specifically into your own profile personally,
* in your parenting as a couple with the transforming benefit of your combined strengths,
*in your ministry teams to bring each member’s best contribution forward as a blessing rather than a source of frustration or stress.

Get started now on this encouraging journey! Register through the button at the top of this page.
Questions? Wendy@WomensDevelopmentTrack.com or 208/665-2367 (Open to men and women both)

Free Monthly Event: CliftonStrengths Chat
2025-12-08 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
FOR DECEMBER: Meaningful Gift Giving through the Lens of your CliftonStrengths profile. Just another way to bring the best of who you are to what you do! Watch for more of these monthly online workshops that address a holistic approach to your strengths.
Monday, December 8, 2025
1:00-2:00pm Eastern time (10am Pacific time)

Utilize your CliftonStrengths with Gallup Certified Coach, Heather Erikson. Meaningful gift giving through the lens of CliftonStrengths! How does each talent view gift giving and receiving, just in time for the most wonderful time of the year.

Unlock Your Full Potential with Our Free Monthly CliftonStrengths Workshop Series!
With over 20 years of experience, Heather will help you discover how the powerful CliftonStrengths tool can sharpen your skills and enhance your success and well-being. Throughout the year, we’ll explore how your unique top 5 CliftonStrengths can be leveraged to improve your communication, build stronger relationships, and achieve greater fulfillment.
Bring your CliftonStrengths Top 5 report!
Note: This workshop is for participants who have completed the CliftonStrengths assessment and know their top 5! Other participants are welcome to come but know that most of the conversation will center around CliftonStrengths. If you need assistance with accessing your CliftonStrengths please email heathere@coeursolutions.com

Leadership Pathways: Developing Other Women Leaders
2026-02-04 17:00 - 2026-02-10 19:00 UTC | Ross Point Camp and Conference Center, 820 S Ross Point Rd, Post Falls, ID, 83854, United States
Registration CLOSED: FULL
Leadership Pathways: Developing Other Women Leaders
Facilitated by Heather Althoff (Lifeway Church, Missions Pastor), Ruthie Campbell (SIM Intl, Dir of Spiritual Vitality,), Beth Eckstein (Send Intl, Certified Exec Coach), and Wendy Wilson (WDT, Exec Dir)
This experience will focus on 1) gaining personal clarity and more fluency in our theology of women, exploring historical and practical trends, and resolving tensions we may hold related to our understanding and application of biblical teaching around gender, leadership, gifting, and design – at home, in the church, and outside, 2) coaching as a relational leadership style to support a culture of developing the people you lead (including yourself!), 3) identifying aspects of organizational culture that helps women leaders thrive or conversely may unintentionally create barriers for women with leadership gifts, and 4) time for reflection, connection and worship. What a privilege to have time with peers and mentors around these rich issues that can help us, and those around us, to thrive!
This peer-mentoring community is guided by experienced women mentors and limited to a cohort of 12 participants, so we leave with important friendships for the ongoing journey! (A one-week in-person experience) Some advance reading.
Course Schedule:
Begin Wednesday evening, Feb 4, with registration and dinner at 5pm, then introductory session following. End Tuesday evening, Feb 10, at 7pm (registration includes your room for this night, assuming February 11 departures.) (9:00 am – 6:00 pm daily (including worship, personal reflection time, group instruction and interaction, plus several breaks and a long lunch with evenings free.)
We will enjoy an extended worship time together on the first morning to ease into our week, and a Free Afternoon half way through the week to enjoy the area and have some fun/relaxation. Beautiful downtown Coeur d’Alene, Idaho is 10 minutes away with shops, restaurants, art galleries, the CdA Resort, hiking by the lake!
Cost for the Week: $ 900 all-inclusive, on-site

We will be hosted by the Ross Point Camp and Conference Center in Post Falls, ID, situated in a beautiful location on the Spokane River. This all-inclusive price includes lovely accommodation with a bathroom in each room (based on double occupancy) and use of all facilities, with 3 meals/day plus coffee breaks, for the duration of your stay, Feb 4-11, except dinner on the afternoon off. It also includes training instruction, all meeting rooms, and administration (materials ordered separately), and transportation from/to the Spokane airport.
(Because this is actual cost, it is not tax-deductible.)
Registration: limited places
Register and pay through the link in the top right corner of this page. (Notation for LP – Feb 2026) Or mail the Registration Form and Fee, check made payable to Women’s Development Track PO Box 894 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816
If you prefer to have a single room, check the box on the registration form and we will notify you if any become available, for an extra $250/week which you can pay upon notice of availability.
Confirmation:
We will confirm your reservation and send your receipt when we receive your registration form and payment. Before you book your travel, please wait until you hear from us to affirm a full group for your module.
Refund Policy:
If cancellation is made on your part before Dec 1, you will be refunded all but $150. If cancellation is made after Dec 1 and we are able to fill your place with another participant, you will also be refunded all but $150. However, if cancellation is made after Dec 1 and we are not able to fill your place, your registration cannot be refunded since we are committed to our reservation with Ross Point in full after that date. In case of true emergency we can try to negotiate this, but especially for configuring small group intensive mentoring experiences, we will count on your being with us once you have registered!
Arrivals/Departures:
If you are flying from out of the area please fly into Spokane, WA (GEG) by Wednesday afternoon, Feb 4, no later than 4pm, so our scheduled start at 5pm is protected. Flight departures anytime Wednesday, Feb 11 (scheduled breakfast included, unless your departure flight is too early). Thanks for arranging your arrival/departure times so that you will be present from beginning to end, not arriving late/leaving early. It takes about 30 minutes to get from the Spokane airport to the Ross Point Camp.
If you are driving to Ross Point Camp, please plan to be there by 4 pm on Wednesday, February 4, to get checked in and settled before our training time begins.
Location:
Ross Point Camp and Conference Center
820 S Ross Point Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
Tel: 208/773-1655 www.rosspoint.org
Other Follow-up:
After we receive your registration you will receive a number of emails over the coming weeks about your advance preparation, getting your travel information, and opportunities for interaction with your peer-mentors as our time grows near!
Questions about the experience?
Call or email Wendy Wilson, 208/665-2367, wendy@womensdevelopmenttrack.com
Questions about the facility?
Call or email Bethany 208/773-1655, service@rosspoint.org
Looking forward to having this time together!
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AZMERA Retreat: Somone, Senegal
2026-02-12 14:00 - 2026-02-15 14:00 UTC
February 12-15, 2026 Somone, Senegal

Azmera Haven Retreats are for English speaking, Kingdom minded women serving cross-culturally overseas, from various nations and vocations, and their local teammates. We welcome business expats (full-time vocational workers employed by embassies, companies, military, etc.) with a heart for God.
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net

Be provided with a safe environment to process, be heard, be prayed for, be loved, and if desired, receive counseling.

Enjoy laughing and meeting new friends as you have the opportunity to CONNECT with other women living and ministering near you.

Experience teaching from the Word by women with cross-cultural experience.

Find plenty of time to rest as well as a place to worship and COMMUNE with Jesus.

Enjoy being cherished at our Azmera “ConnectionHub”.

Be encourage & feel honored.

Experience God’s delight in you!
Please join us for a 4-day Azmera Haven Retreat. Allow a team of volunteers the opportunity to be a part of expressing God’s delight in YOU.
We welcome women with a heart for God to come and have a time of spiritual intake, rest and renewal. This haven retreat is special for those women who can speak English to be a part of other women’s lives from around the world as we gather together to savor God’s Word. For Kingdom-minded women, workers & expats from various nationalities, and their local teammates. We welcome you to join!
What can you expect? Our hopes are that YOU would:

What does it cost? The cost for women serving overseas to attend the retreat is $510 (or $150 with a Haven Scholarship*)
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net

AZMERA Retreat: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
2026-02-20 14:00 - 2026-02-23 14:00 UTC
Feb 20-23, 2026 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Azmera Haven Retreats are for English speaking, Kingdom minded women serving cross-culturally overseas, from various nations and vocations, and their local teammates. We welcome business expats (full-time vocational workers employed by embassies, companies, military, etc.) with a heart for God.
Azmera tries to host haven retreats in each region every 2 years to serve global workers.
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net

Be provided with a safe environment to process, be heard, be prayed for, be loved, and if desired, receive counseling.

Enjoy laughing and meeting new friends as you have the opportunity to CONNECT with other women living and ministering near you.

Experience teaching from the Word by women with cross-cultural experience.

Find plenty of time to rest as well as a place to worship and COMMUNE with Jesus.

Enjoy being cherished at our Azmera “ConnectionHub”.

Be encourage & feel honored.

Experience God’s delight in you!
Please join us for a 4-day Azmera Haven Retreat. Allow a team of volunteers the opportunity to be a part of expressing God’s delight in YOU.
We welcome women with a heart for God to come and have a time of spiritual intake, rest and renewal. This haven retreat is special for those women who can speak English to be a part of other women’s lives from around the world as we gather together to savor God’s Word. For Kingdom-minded women, workers & expats from various nationalities, and their local teammates. We welcome you to join!
What can you expect? Our hopes are that YOU would:

What does it cost? The cost for women serving overseas to attend the retreat is $510 (or $150 with a Haven Scholarship*)
For More Information and Registration go to www.azmera.net
