Unstoppable

In this personal episode, Ashley shares from her own life about navigating a season of transition, uncertainty, and emotion.As she reflects on what God has been stirring, this conversation explores a deeper question many women are quietly asking: “Is there a place for me?”Drawing from both personal experience and the heart behind Empower, Ashley unpacks:Why so many women are feeling disconnected from the ChurchThe truth that every woman has a place, a voice, and a callingHow pain is not always an indicator of something being wrongWhy we often avoid what needs our attention mostWhat it looks like to bring real emotions to God in uncertain seasonsThrough a simple but powerful story, she reminds us that what we fear most isn’t always where the problem is - and that God is inviting us to look deeper.If you’re walking through change, carrying disappointment, or questioning where you fit, this episode is a gentle but clear reminder: You are not alone. You are seen. And there is a place for you.Support the showhttps://www.empowerww.org/

In this special episode, we’re bringing you a powerful panel conversation from last year’s More & The Next Conference (2025) - a glimpse into the kind of moments that happen when women gather with open hearts and expectancy.In a world that constantly pushes us to do more, achieve more, and carry more, what does it actually look like to experience true rest?This conversation dives deep into:The difference between physical rest and soul-level restHow busyness, burnout, and striving impact our leadership and relationshipsRecognizing the signs that your soul is not wellBreaking free from guilt, performance, and the need to earn restLearning to live within God’s rhythms and boundariesThrough honest stories, wisdom, and vulnerability, you’ll hear how women in different seasons are learning to slow down, trust God with outcomes, and create space for what matters most.Whether you’re in a season of full capacity, burnout, or rediscovery, this episode is a reminder that: rest isn’t something you earn - it’s something you receive.✨ This episode is a sneak peek into The More & The Next Conference—where women encounter God, grow in leadership, and are reminded that they have a place in what He is doing.https://www.empowerww.org/

In this episode of Unstoppable (recorded in October 2024), Ashley sits down with Dr. Wanda Walborn, Director of Empower, to answer a simple but powerful question: What is Empower?What began as a small class in Nyack, New York has grown into a global movement equipping women to discover their identity, develop their gifts, and step into their God-given calling.Together, they share the story behind Empower - from the moment God spoke the words “What about the women?” to the creation of a program designed to help women understand who they are, how they’re wired, and where they belong in the Kingdom.This conversation explores:How Empower started and why it was createdThe heart behind Empower One, Engage, and ProclaimThe importance of community, mentoring, and spiritual formationHow Empower has grown from one classroom to a global, accessible movementAt its core, Empower is about this truth: Every woman has a place.Whether you’re leading in ministry, raising a family, working in the marketplace, or simply asking “What’s next?”, this episode is an invitation to discover how God has uniquely created you—and how you can step into the life He’s calling you to live.https://www.empowerww.org/

In this episode of Unstoppable, we continue our conversation on transitions — picking up where we left off to talk about the often overlooked but essential part of change: grieving what was.Filmed in October 2024, this conversation brings together the Empower leadership team as they reflect on how to navigate transitions with honesty, faith, and community. Together they explore the difference between lament and grief, the spiritual practice of processing emotions with God, and how allowing ourselves to grieve can actually create space for healing and growth.From symbolic acts of letting go, to family check-ins that create safe spaces for conversation, to practical rhythms like journaling and storytelling, this episode offers real-life examples of how women can walk through seasons of change with both vulnerability and hope.Because transitions don’t just shape our circumstances - they shape our hearts.If you’re navigating a season of change, disappointment, or unexpected shifts, this conversation is a reminder that God often brings new life out of places we thought were buried.https://www.empowerww.org/

Our first ever podcast! In this episode of Unstoppable, the Empower team invites you into one of their Thursday morning conversations - a time where they gather to pray, strategize, laugh, and talk about life together.As the team reflects on a season filled with change - kids growing up, new roles, shifting responsibilities, and unexpected transitions - they share honestly about what it looks like to navigate these moments with faith. From raising teenagers and caring for aging parents to adjusting dreams and embracing new seasons, the conversation explores the emotional and spiritual realities of transition.Together, they talk about the importance of grieving well, celebrating the good, slowing down to listen to God, and making space for what He may be doing next.This episode is a reminder that change is a part of life, and while it can feel uncertain or overwhelming, God is present in every season — guiding, shaping, and preparing us for what’s ahead.If you’re walking through a transition of your own, we hope this conversation encourages you to pause, reflect, and trust the work God is doing in your story.https://www.empowerww.org/