Motherhood Today

May 08 2024 7 ep. 34 mins 5
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Join David Kinnaman and Mandy Arioto as they explore the many opportunities and challenges that mothers are facing in the church and in their communities.

Whether you're a pastor, church leader or mom, this podcast is filled with practical insights from ministry and thought leaders to help you support and better understand the state of motherhood today.

Learn more at Barna.com/motherhood.

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6 | Dr. Joel Muddamalle on a Theology of Motherhood

May 08 2024 43 mins  
Send us a textDr. Joel Muddamalle (Director of Theology and Research for Proverbs 31 Ministries) joins Mandy Arioto (president and CEO of The MomCo) to discuss the theology of motherhood. Early in the episode, Dr. Muddamalle defines theology simply as thinking God’s thoughts after him. He shares biblical examples of what he believes a theology of motherhood encompasses and explai

5 | Rebekah Lyons on the Healing Power of a Mom’s Community

Apr 24 2024 41 mins  
Send us a textRebekah Lyons (author, speaker and cohost of Rhythms for Life podcast) sits down David Kinnaman (CEO of Barna) to discuss the impact a mother’s community can have on her overall well-being. Lyons shares how crucial it is for mothers to be surrounded by a community of peers who can relate to what she is going through and support her in the midst of challenges, as wel

4 | Ruth Chou Simons on Pursuing Work-Life Balance While Mothering

Apr 10 2024 50 mins  
Send us a textRuth Chou Simons (author, artist and founder of GraceLaced Co.) joins Mandy Arioto (president and CEO of The MomCo) to discuss what it looks like to pursue a healthy work-life balance, model a growing relationship with Christ and pursue deeper spiritual and relational formation during the various stages of motherhood. Throughout the episode, Arioto and Simons also off

3 | Dr. Bryan Loritts on the Church Showing Up for Mothers

Mar 27 2024 36 mins  
Send us a textDr. Bryan Loritts (pastor, author, speaker) joins David Kinnaman (CEO of Barna) to discuss how local churches can better support mothers. It’s no secret that mothers are powerful forces both in their homes and in the world, so when mothers come to church, what is it they’re looking for? Dr. Loritts shares ways churches he’s ministered in have offered encourageme

2 | Dr. Anita Phillips on Motherhood & Mental Health

Mar 13 2024 39 mins  
Send us a textDr. Anita Phillips (trauma therapist, life coach, author and minister) sits down with Barna CEO David Kinnaman to discuss motherhood and mental health. Speaking from both personal and professional experience, Dr. Phillips shares on a variety of topics, including: moving from rules to relationship with children, breaking the cycle of generational trauma, how a parents�

1 | Welcome to the Motherhood Today Podcast!

Feb 28 2024 31 mins  
Send us a textJoin David Kinnaman and Mandy Arioto as they kick off the Motherhood Today podcast! Together they discuss the many opportunities and challenges that mothers are facing in the church and in their communities and preview the topics to come in the conversations with guests ahead.Whether you're a pastor, church leader or mom, this podcast is filled with practical insights

Introducing: Motherhood Today Podcast

Feb 02 2024 1 mins  
Send us a textDavid Kinnaman (Barna CEO) and Mandy Arioto (president and CEO of The MomCo) invite you to join them as they explore the many opportunities and challenges that mothers are facing in the church and in their communities. Whether you're a pastor, church leader or mom, this podcast is filled with practical insights from ministry and thought leaders to help you support and