Jean Coleman is a pastoral wife from Laurel, Maryland, and the editor of The Pastor's Helpmate, a newsletter for pastoral wives. This article appeared in The Pastor's Helpmate, February 1994. Used with per­mission.

Never Beyond Repair

The shattered can be made whole again.

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A Child of God is Born

Ill never forget the first time I saw Karen.

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How to Avoid Heartburn

Avoiding spiritual heartburn.

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A Pastor's Wife Identity Crisis

Do you ever wonder just where you fit into the church picture? How is it that a pastor's wife can play such a major role in the church but yet not merit a place on the organizational chart?

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Being everything to everyone.

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Despised and Rejected

Have you ever felt like you just needed a break from your church?

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What leftovers have you been saving that need to be thrown out in the trash?

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