The needs of ministry are real and constant—but what happens when your own family needs you more than the church does right now?
In this episode of the Ministry Wives podcast, host Amy Petersen talks with husband-and-wife duo Kasi and Shane Pruitt about navigating the tension between family and ministry demands. Shane serves as NAMB’s National Next Gen Director, and Kasi serves with The Bucket Ministry, and together they share candidly from over 20 years of marriage and ministry—including walking through the loss of their son—about learning to trust each other’s voice, communicating expectations clearly, and choosing harmony over an impossible standard of balance.
If you’ve ever felt like ministry and family are competing for the same limited hours, this episode is a reminder that seasons shift, sacrifice is part of the calling, and God can be glorified in both the good days and the hard ones.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode with Kasi & Shane Pruitt:
- Why “harmony” is a healthier goal than “balance” between family and ministry
- Warning signs that it’s time to reprioritize toward your family
- Practical ways to stay emotionally present, not just physically present
- Why your spouse and kids need you to follow Jesus, not be perfect
- And more!
Resources & Links Mentioned:
- The Bucket Ministry
- GenSend
- Shane’s Website
- CSB Teen Study Bible
- Planting Wives Resources
- NAMB Women’s Evangelism
- Want to give a shout-out to a ministry wife in your life? Tell us about her by emailing us at r[email protected].
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Kasi’s Instagram // Shane’s Instagram // Shane’s Facebook
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