She Connects

See You in 2026!

We're wrapping up the show a little early this year to allow Susan to finish her new book, His Strength, Not Mine, which is due to be released at the end of 2025, and also to give her time to spend with her family. 

 

There are well over 200 episodes on the She Connects Podcast, so take a look at the show list and continue to feed your faith until Susan returns in 2026!

 

Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. You can follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Finding Value in Community - Bridgette Tomlin

It's always great when Bridgette Tomlin joins the show! This week, Susan talks with Bridgette about the challenges we all face when juggling day-to-day demands and the common obstacles that often keep women from pursuing community.

 

Remember, we were created for community, not isolation.

 

Bridgette Tomlin and her husband, Chresten, have been married and in evangelistic ministry for 27 years, both stateside and overseas. They have two beautiful daughters, ages 20 and 15, and are based out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Bridgette is also a contributor to You Version, and you can find her resources at https://www.bible.com/organizations/4ef12758-8b1a-45aa-9f9b-f9347737b04e?utm_source=yvapp&utm_medium=share&utm_content=partner-page 

 

Connect with Bridgette at http://www.ctministries.com/ and http://www.sanctuaryministrywives.com/. You can follow her on social media at

IG: @sanctuarym2mw, @bridgette.greene.tomlin
FB: Let’s Talk Sanctuary, Tomlin Ministries 

 

Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Women's Health - Julie Holmquist

In Pt. 2 of our conversation on women's health, Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner Julie Holmquist joins us to discuss how to manage stress, the importance of prioritizing your health, and the impact of making even one lifestyle change to improve your health.

 

You can reach Julie at her email jeholmquist@gmail.com to learn more. On Facebook, you can find Julie at https://www.facebook.com/julie.holmquist1

 

To learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, visit www.sherisesmn.org. You can follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Women's Health - Jill Vandenheuvel

Women often care for themselves last, and Susan wants to help encourage women that they matter, their health matters, and it isn't selfish to prioritize their own care. This week, we're joined by Jill Vandenheuvel, Susan's sister-in-law, to discuss women's health and how making even one lifestyle change can improve the health of any woman. 

 

Jill also shares information about Inner Light Themography, a radiation-free imaging option that offers safe and early detection for stronger and healthier individuals.  

 

Jill is a passionate advocate for living life to its fullest, naturally and joyfully. After years of working in Radiology and navigating personal valleys with her husband, she discovered the powerful difference that natural healing can have. She and her husband, Tom, live in southern Minnesota. Learn more about Inner Light Thermography at https://innerlightthermography.com/ and follow her at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578153569679. 

 

To learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, visit www.sherisesmn.org and follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

 

Women of Faith in Leadership - Paula Ellefson

We're wrapping up our miniseries on Women of Faith in Leadership with guest Paula Ellefson. Paula is a returning guest to the show and has been a keynote speaker at the Annual She Rises Women's Conference. We love her!

 

She brings a wealth of wisdom to this topic and shares it as a trusted friend would with someone they are either mentoring or encouraging. 

 

Paula has been married to Chris for 28 years, Mom to 4 grown sons and one daughter-in-law, Grandma, and an ordained AOG Pastor. She also serves as Regional Director of Chaplaincy at Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge. In her free time, Paula enjoys kayaking, writing, crocheting, and all things related to nature. You can connect with Paula on Facebook at Paula Ellefson. 

 

To learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, visit www.sherisesm.org. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Church, This is Our Turning Point

Due to the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, Susan paused the miniseries on Women of Faith in Leadership to speak to the Church.

 

This is our turning point. Where do we go from here? What will our response be? 

 

You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Women of Faith in Leadership - Jenny Randle

We're continuing our series on Women of Faith in Leadership and are joined by Jenny Randle this week. This conversation offers numerous takeaways that can be applied to your leadership. Do yourself, your leadership, your faith, and calling a favor and tune in to this conversation! This conversation will add value to those areas long after it is finished.

 

Jenny Randle is an Emmy® award-winning editor who went on a journey to discover what it really means to live on purpose. From a video editor in the heart of Hollywood to becoming an ordained minister, her creative ventures have reached millions. She has cohosted a fun and top-ranked podcast, Shut the Should Up, authored Courageous Creative, Getting to Know God’s Voice, and Dream Come
True (Harvest House), and coauthored Flash Theology (David C Cook). Her most recent book, The Promised Presence, is a Bible study through Luke and Acts focused on the Holy Spirit’s power and authority.

Jenny holds an MA in Biblical and Theological Foundations (Asbury Theological Seminary) and a BS in Television/Radio (Ithaca College). She has been in vocational ministry for over fifteen years, working with local churches and international ministries. She is the president of the Holy Spirit Ministry Center, an organization providing prayer, resources, and training classes to help Christ followers and those searching for truth experience Holy Spirit’s presence, power, and purpose.

Jenny and her husband, Matt, live on an island in northern Florida with their two middle-school-aged kids, Max and Zoey. Jenny is all about celebrating Christ’s redemptive work in our lives and encouraging people to live out the practical ministry and proper theology of Holy Spirit with strength and stability. Learn more about Jenny and her ministry at www.jennyrandle.com and www.holyspiritministrycenter.com. You can follow her at www.instagram.com/jenny.randle and www.facebook.comauthor.jennyrandle.

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Women of Faith in Leadership - Lindsey Hurlbut

We're excited to have Lindsey Hurlbut join Susan this week to talk about being a woman of faith in the marketplace. Lindsey models how to make business decisions that align with her faith and values effectively. 

 

If you are an entrepreneur, this conversation will encourage you to positively impact your community by offering services that help them find solutions, all while upholding your faith. 

 

Lindsey is a Jesus follower, Wife, Momma of three, and Chiropractor. In her words, "I am an entrepreneur attempting to be Spirit-led and obedient." Find more about Lindsey and Arrow Health at http://arrowhealthmn.com/. 

 

You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. 

Women in Leadership - Steph Tvrdik

Susan is excited to introduce to the show her friend, Steph Tvrdik. Steph has been in leadership for some time and offers wisdom, encouragement, and biblical principles to help any woman lead well. She is a great encourager of women to lead with excellence and her commitment to biblical truth shines through.

 

Steph Tvrdik, Director of Collective.guide, is a farmer’s wife, mom of two boys and an entrepreneur who cares about our community and our world. She loves the Lord, loves to garden and has a heart for helping people, both personally and professionally.

 

Connect with Steph at:

www.collective.guide

Facebook.com/collective.guide
Instagram.com/collective.guide 

 

Learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.

Women of Faith in Leadership - Missy Carrigan

Our first guest in this mini-series, Missy Carrigan, is such a strong woman of faith. She leads by example and models integrity, humility, and faithfulness to what God has called her to. 

 

You'll want to listen to this episode a few times!

 

Missy Carrigan is a wife, mother, pastor’s wife, and the Founder and Executive Director of Real Choices Pregnancy Center, which will open in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, in Fall 2025. With a heart anchored in Jesus Christ, Missy leads this ministry with compassion and prayer. Learn more about Missy using the links below:

 

Real Choices Pregnancy Center: www.realchoicessallisaw.com

Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/missy.carrigan.12

https://www.facebook.com/groups/9956299821132789    https://www.instagram.com/missycarrigan

 

You can learn more about Susan and her ministry, She Rises, at www.sherisesmn.org. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Susan Vandenheuvel.