BUT, concerning being a “PW”– I had to laugh! I had the same thought. I am totally not musically inclined! Can’t carry a note or strum a guitar. Ben can play the piano, guitar, and sing…and the preaching is a gift, too. I’ve asked myself and God many times, “Where do I fit?”

I am so not the traditional pastor’s wife. I sometimes have to remind people that I cannot play the role of those who have gone before me. I’m not a “barbie doll”, and secretly, I really don’t like all the “fru-fru.” I don’t like to pat people on the back, and tell them it will be okay, when sin is obvious in their life. I’m more straight forward…and sometimes, I even forget to use my “filter!” I’m not the “first lady”; I am “Justa-sista” like you and everyone else… I am someone who is journeying thru life with struggles that I can’t explain; I have not reached some level of spirituality that I have the answer or can solve every woman’s dilemma. I am Wendi. Nothing special. No special talents or giftings, but yet I mean the world to the Father. Just like everyone else…

It’s hard being a PW regardless if your spouse is a SR. Pastor, Assoc. Pastor, Youth Pastor or any other form of Lead Pastor. I believe we have struggles of our own that only those who have experienced that role understand. Many times they are unfair expectations of our congregations, and sometimes, they are our own. I have often wondered if there were ministries designed specifically for PWs.

I’d love to have you & your wife’s email contact. We’d love to meet up with your fam if we’re in your area. She sent me some info on coupon shopping once, not sure that I saved the e-mail. Oh, and I love photography! Would love to glean any tips from anyone. Do you guys have a FB account? If so, look Ben and me up…we’d love to share ministry ideas!

Have a great week! (Sorry for the long post!)