Being Married to a Senior Pastor: My Unexpected Journey

Pastors Wife Blog for Church first ladies

Stepping into the role of being married to a pastor can feel like being handed a script for a play you never auditioned for, while sitting under a spotlight in front of a full audience. If you are a young or new pastor’s wife feeling intimidated by the quiet expectations, the unspoken rules, or the sheer weight … Read more

Battling Depression as a Pastor’s Wife

Pastors wives and depression

Here are three key takeaways from this pastors wives post about depression post: Have you ever felt like you were drowning emotionally while still smiling for the congregation?If you have, you’re not alone. Depression among pastors wives is real—and it’s far more common than people think. Living in the proverbial “fishbowl,” constantly watched, evaluated, and … Read more

I’m Sorry: Every Apology a Pastor’s Wife Deserves

Three Takeaways from “I’m Sorry” Before We Begin: Dear Pastor’s Wife, This is the post no one else thought to write. Maybe no one else even dared to write it. But I will. I see you. And more than that—I’m sorry. I’m sorry no one tells you that your feelings are valid. I’m sorry you’ve … Read more