The Pastor Wife Life

Ashley McLoud
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Encouragement, connection, and practical wisdom for the unique journey of life and ministry being married to the Pastor.

  1. Jun 12

    Nice to meet you! Welcome to Season 2

    Send Ashley a text! Welcome to Season 2 of The Pastor Wife Life! In this first episode, I thought the best way to introduce myself would be to bring on someone who knows me better than anyone else, my husband, Jimmy. Together, we share a little about our family, how we met, our journey through ministry, and the heart behind this podcast. We also talk about ministry life from a pastor's perspective, ways wives can encourage their husbands, and what we hope pastor wives will find in this community. Jimmy won't be a regular guest, but I wanted you to get to know us, our story, and our hearts before we dive into future conversations. Whether you've been a pastor's wife for years or you're just beginning the journey, we're so glad you're here. Welcome to The Pastor Wife Life! - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to find out how you can be on an episode of the PWP. I promise - it's painless!

    20 min

  2. Apr 16

    Trusting God in Every Season with Shannon Trigos | Episode 168

    Send Ashley a text! Trusting God in Every Season Some stories just stay with you—and this one will. In this episode of The Pastor Wife Life Podcast, I sat down with Shannon, whose journey took her from college in Canada to living in a dangerous region of Colombia as a missionary’s wife. In the middle of uncertainty, she experienced God’s protection, provision, and power in ways that forever shaped her faith. But what impacted me most wasn’t just what God did there—it was what came after. When Shannon and her husband returned to the States, ministry looked very different. The urgency and intensity were gone, and in their place were quieter, more ordinary seasons—ones that felt harder in a different way. And yet, God was just as present. Through the ups and downs, Shannon learned that faithfulness isn’t just about the big, life-changing moments. It’s about showing up in the everyday, even when it feels unseen. If you’re in a hard or quiet season of ministry, this is your reminder: God is with you there, too. You don’t have to carry the weight of expectations. You don’t have to prove your worth. Just stay rooted, stay faithful, and let Him pour back into you. CONNECT WITH SHANNON Grace Christian Church Email Shannon: Shannontrigos [at] gmail [dot] com LINKS WE MENTIONED Overhearing the Gospel by Fred B. Craddock - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to find out how you can be on an episode of the PWP. I promise - it's painless!

    55 min

  3. Mar 20

    From Surrender to the Pastor Wife Life with Kristen Smith | Episode 167

    Send Ashley a text! Kristen Smith’s journey into ministry is anything but typical. She didn’t grow up in church, and neither she nor her husband were believers when they got married. But during a really difficult season in their marriage, everything changed. In a moment of complete surrender, Kristen cried out to God—and what followed was a powerful transformation in their lives, their marriage, and their faith. Just a few years later, they’ve stepped into ministry together, now serving in a small town in Kansas. What’s so encouraging about Kristen’s story is that she didn’t feel ready or equipped—she simply chose to be obedient. And that’s where so many of us find ourselves too. If you’ve ever felt unqualified or unsure in your role as a pastor’s wife, let this encourage you: God isn’t looking for perfection—He’s looking for surrender. When we say yes to Him, even in our weakness, He equips us for exactly what He’s called us to do. CONNECT WITH KRISTEN: Email Kristen - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to find out how you can be on an episode of the PWP. I promise - it's painless!

    50 min

  4. Feb 26

    Guarding Your Marriage in the Midst of Ministry | Episode 166

    Send Ashley a text! Ministry is sacred. It’s beautiful. It’s powerful. But so is your marriage. In this solo episode, I’m sharing practical encouragement about protecting your marriage in the middle of ministry life. Because if we’re not intentional, the very calling God placed on our lives can slowly begin to erode the covenant He gave us first. Your marriage is not secondary to ministry.  It’s foundational to it. If you’ve ever felt the pressure of leadership, the weight of expectations (spoken and unspoken), or the constant pull of being “on call,” this episode is for you. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why marriage must come before ministryThe subtle ways ministry can overtake your relationshipHow to guard your time together (even in busy seasons)Becoming your husband’s safe placeSetting healthy, biblical boundaries with the churchProcessing ministry challenges wiselyWarning signs that ministry may be overtaking your marriageWhy protecting your marriage is stewardship—not selfishness4 Practical Ways to Protect Your Marriage 1. Guard Your Time Together If you don’t schedule connection, it won’t happen.  Protect date nights, family dinners, vacations, and simple moments of laughter and conversation. 2. Be His Safe Place Your husband carries a heavy leadership load. Let home feel like refuge—not evaluation. Ask how you can pray for him. Listen without always correcting. Protect tenderness and unity. 3. Set Clear Boundaries Not every request requires a yes.  Not every text requires an immediate response.  Boundaries are wisdom, not unspiritual. 4. Process Ministry Wisely Guard confidentiality. Protect unity.  If you need to process something difficult, choose one mature, trusted, biblically grounded person—not an audience. Warning Signs to Watch For You only talk about churchYou feel more like coworkers than companionsYou’re more patient with church members than with your husbandQuiet resentment is growingA Truth to Remember Calling cannot replace covenant. A healthy marriage strengthens ministry far more than constant availability ever will. Protecting your marriage is not selfish.  It’s wise.  It’s biblical.  It’s necessary. LINKS I MENTIONED: Quiet Waters - Pastors Vacation Program  - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to find out how you can be on an episode of the PWP. I promise - it's painless!

    36 min

  5. Jan 22

    Dwelling in the Moment with Amanda Ball-Knight | Episode 165

    Send Ashley a text! Life is hard, and rushing through it only causes us to miss what God is doing right in front of us. In this episode, Amanda Ball-Knight shares why staying present—especially in both joy and sadness—matters more than having life perfectly planned. This conversation is an invitation to slow down, embrace the moment God has you in, and learn to dwell fully in the life you’re living. CONNECT WITH AMANDA Amanda on Facebook CHECK OUT AMANDA'S BOOKS Worship Notes & Activity Journal for Kids Growing With Christ - a 30 Day Youth Prayer Journal  Magdalyn's Heart - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to find out how you can be on an episode of the PWP. I promise - it's painless!

    42 min

  6. Jan 15

    Dwelling in Who God Says You Are with Carrie Brown | Episode 164

    Send Ashley a text! Have you ever felt like you’ve lost yourself somewhere in the middle of ministry? In this episode of The Pastor Wife Life Podcast, Jacque sits down with Carrie Brown — a pastor’s wife and licensed marriage and family therapist — for an honest, hope-filled conversation about identity, mental health, boundaries, and what it looks like to dwell in who God says you are. Together, they talk about: Why so many pastor’s wives struggle with people-pleasing and imposter syndromeThe difference between striving to meet expectations and resting in God’s truthHow faith and therapy work together in healingSetting biblical boundaries without guiltLearning to ask, “Who told you that?” when lies and self-criticism creep inIf you’re feeling unseen, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you are beyond your role, this episode is an invitation to slow down, lean in, and remember that God hasn’t lost you — and your identity is secure in Christ. - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to find out how you can be on an episode of the PWP. I promise - it's painless!

    1h 9m

  7. Jan 11

    2026 Reset - Day 11 [mini-sode]

    Send Ashley a text! Reset with Encouragement ✨ Encouragement isn’t small—it’s powerful. In Day 11 of the Pastor Wife Life 2026 Reset, we talk about how your words carry weight, how encouragement shapes the emotional culture of your church, and how a simple kind word can strengthen a weary heart—including your own. Today’s challenge is simple: encourage one woman. It’s inexpensive, but it makes a huge impact. - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to find out how you can be on an episode of the PWP. I promise - it's painless!

    6 min

  8. Jan 10

    2026 Reset - Day 10 [mini-sode]

    Send Ashley a text! Reset Your Boundaries ✨ Boundaries aren’t unspiritual. They’re biblical, wise, and protective. In Day 10 of the Pastor Wife Life 2026 Reset, we talk about why boundaries matter, how Jesus modeled them, and how setting just one healthy boundary can protect your calling, your home, and your heart. - - - - - Join the Private Facebook Community The Pastor Wife Life group on Facebook is a private group just for you! We'd love to connect with you. Be A Guest on The Pastor Wife Life Go to the FAQ page to find out how you can be on an episode of the PWP. I promise - it's painless!

    8 min
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Encouragement, connection, and practical wisdom for the unique journey of life and ministry being married to the Pastor.

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  • Creator
    Ashley McLoud
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    167
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Pastor Wife Life
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    The Pastor Wife Life

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