Kadi Cole - Developing Female Leaders: Navigate the Minefields and Release the Potential of Women in Your Church

PRAISE FOR DEVELOPING FEMALE LEADERS

In Developing Female Leaders, Kadi Cole gives leaders a virtual master class on women in leadership. This is a must-read for both men and women. Kadi dives into some of the most sensitive issues leaders face about men and women in the workplace with wisdom, insight, clarity, and accuracy. Youll find this book tremendously thoughtful, practical, and helpful.

Carey Nieuwhof, founding pastor, Connexus Church; author of Didnt See It Coming

Developing Female Leaders is the book for this time for all leaders. Practical, well researched, honestly facing the nuances, and written in a compelling and powerful style that if followed will define the church of the future.

Jo Anne Lyon, ambassador, general superintendent emerita for the Wesleyan Church

At a time when leadership is at a premium, there is a wealth of talented women ready to lead. Kadi shows us how to maximize their potential by offering readers a practical, balanced approach to equipping and empowering the next generation of female leaders.

Jerry Hurley, team development leader, Life Church, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

I first met Kadi in a roundtable environment of senior leaders of the largest churches in America. As the only non-American, I stood out. The other person who stood out was Kadi, because she was the only woman in the room that day. As a church leader for nearly three decades it is very obvious to me that the landscape of women in leadership is changing. Kadis life, her stories, and the stories of others she has gathered will inspire you.

Pastor Joel ABell, lead pastor, Hillsong Church Australia

The church has never needed women leaders more than today. Kadi Cole is bringing wise guidance to a crucial area.

John Ortberg, senior pastor, Menlo Church; author of Eternity Is Now in Session

How I wish this book had been available decades ago when I began to lead in the local church! I highly recommend this tool for church leaders who know we can do better, who believe that Gods best is for men and women to serve with mutual respect in healthy cultures where all of us can thrive.

Nancy Beach, leadership coach, Slingshot Group; author of Gifted to Lead: The Art of Leading as a Woman in the Church

Kadi Cole has provided an excellent resource that can help any organization more effectively and intentionally identify and develop what is sadly an untapped source of leadership in many Christian organizations. The last two chapters alone are worth the price of the book for any leader. Practical, insightful, and healthy, Developing Female Leaders is a guide you and your ministry will reference for many years to come.

Bill Willits, executive director of Ministry Environments, North Point Ministries; coauthor of Creating Community: 5 Keys to Building a Small Group Culture

Kadi has given us a gift that every leader needs: the tools to develop women leaders. Written with courage, honesty, and insight that comes from years of experience, Developing Female Leaders is a book we cant lead without.

Sherry Surratt, executive director of Parent Strategies at Orange Ministries

Kadi was one of the trailblazers for women in leadership at Christ Fellowship. We credit Kadi with helping us make God-given vision a reality around here. Every time I travel, I run across people who mention how much they admire Kadi. It makes me so proud to have supported her to be all God ordained her to be as a woman leading the way in ministry today. This book will be a game-changer for you and your team.

Tom Mullins, founding pastor, Christ Fellowship Church

We can not ignore the need to more intentionally develop female leaders, especially in our churches. Kadi provides valuable perspective and insightful research that will expand your thinking. The tone is gracious but not apologetic. Men and women need to heed the stories and employ the best practices outlined here.

Jenni Catron, leadership coach, author, and founder of the 4Sight Group

Kadi Cole has written a valuable book that meets a clear need. She confidently, yet with great respect, acknowledges the deficit in developing female leaders and then uses story to offer practical solutions to meet the need. This book will give you valuable insight and help you lead and develop your female leaders.

Dee Ann Turner, vice president, Chick-fil-A (Retired), author of Its My Pleasure: The Impact of Extraordinary Talent and a Compelling Culture

Candid, insightful, and practical! A straightforward look at a relevant topic that deserves our attention. Regardless of your theological position, Kadi has written an excellent and thought-provoking resource that will help you develop a healthy and productive team.

Dan Reiland, executive pastor, 12Stone Church

Kadi Coles words will help bridge a serious gap for the church today. Im grateful she had the desire and tenacity to complete this book that should be read by all.

Mallory Bassham, associate senior pastor, Gateway Church

Most books about women in leadership are more of an apologetic for a certain theological viewpoint than a practical primer on how to unleash the God-given giftedness of the women in our churches. Kadi Cole breaks that mold. Whether youre a woman seeking to determine your role and how to best use your leadership gifts or a man seeking to help the women in your life and church become all that God has called them be, this is a book you not only need to readyou need to mark it up as well.

Larry Osborne, pastor, North Coast Church; author of Lead Like a Shepherd

Kadis passion to see others fulfill their leadership potential is reflected in every page of this book. Her firsthand experience as a woman in church leadership offers hard-earned wisdom and practical tools for pastors and leaders. This is an important book for the body of Christ in this season.

Todd and Julie Mullins, senior pastors, Christ Fellowship Church

Kadis powerful book helped me hear firsthand what it is like to be a woman trying to navigate leadership in ministry. This book is full of practical ways that we can all help build on ramps for women in leadership. The kingdom of God will move forward and take new ground because of this book.

Lance Witt, founder, Replenish Ministries

Kadi Cole skillfully lays out the critical issues the female leader faces. She challenges ministry leaders to wrestle with their theology and practices of developing and engaging females in ministry leadership roles. The result of your journey with her in this book will lead you to establishing your own best practices in placing females into leadership. Enjoy the ride.

Doug Randlett, senior associate pastor, Thomas Road Church; associate professor, Liberty University

Kadis extensive experience leading at very high levels in the church make her uniquely qualified to speak into what I believe to be one of the biggest issues facing the American church. If you value the gifting of women to lead in the context of your church, I highly recommend this book.

Geoff Surratt, Church Multisite Coach; founder of Ministry Together

Kadis leadership as a nurse, higher education professional, and long-time executive leader in the church lends a wealth of experience. Her insights, along with those of the thousands she has interviewed, provide clear understanding and practical tools.. Kadis book will guide you along a pathway to exponentially increase the leadership potential of your church.