May 30, 2018 | DEAR ADDIE, Weekly Words
Dear Addie, As I see the “dare to be brave” theme for the Baptist Women in Ministry annual gathering, I am wondering if bravery sometimes looks like advocating for yourself. For those of us who do ministry in non-traditional settings, speaking honestly about your...
Jan 28, 2016 | DEAR ADDIE
Dear Addie, I am several months into a new ministry position and am enjoying the experience very much. But today, on my day off, I am wondering what the “proper” protocol is for ministers on their days off. Am I supposed to answer emails today? Take...
Aug 13, 2015 | DEAR ADDIE
Dear Addie, I am a thirty-seven-year-old single minister, serving on the staff of a large church. I have never been married and am not currently dating. And to be honest, I don’t see marriage in my future. I have made peace with my singleness—with one exception. I...
Jun 11, 2015 | DEAR ADDIE
Dear Addie, I have a shiny new seminary diploma of which I am proud. But I don’t have a ministry position to go with it! I started my search process about six months before I graduated, but so far no luck. I have had a few interviews and even went on a visit to...
May 21, 2015 | DEAR ADDIE
Dear Addie, My divorce was finalized a month ago. My church members took the separation well, and they have been supportive throughout this whole painful process. One of my greatest struggles as a newly divorced minister has been what to do about weddings. I am...
