In this inspiring episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Cassie Ferren, co-lead pastor of Midtown Church in Kansas City, foster mom, mentor, and advocate for women in ministry. Cassie’s story is a powerful testimony of surrender, obedience, and what it looks like to follow God when the path ahead is anything but clear. Cassie shares how growing up in a family that planted churches during race riots shaped her love for Jesus and her desire to serve others. From launching a church in the middle of a pandemic to fostering a child while navigating infertility, Cassie’s life is a reflection of choosing faith over fear—and trusting God with your family, your future, and your calling.     🔍 What We Cover: Cassie’s journey growing up in inner-city ministry in Cincinnati Church planting during the pandemic—and how God showed up What it means to live as a “slave of Christ” (Philippians 2) The heartache and holiness of foster parenting Her story of infertility and God’s miraculous timing How she and her husband co-lead a church while protecting their marriage Rhythms of faith, rest, and being present over performance Her passion for mentoring young women in ministry and co-leading Women Ministers KC     ✨ Key Quotes: 🟡 “I want to be a slave of Christ—to look like Him in every realm of my life.” 🟡 “You’re going to have to learn a lesson most parents don’t until college: your kids were never yours to begin with.” 🟡 “God said, ‘I’m going to plant this church. You just have to have the faith and courage to follow Me.’” 🟡 “Even if I only loved her for a year, she was worth it.”     🙌 Connect with Cassie Ferren: 🌐 Website: midtownkc.church 📧 Email: [email protected] 📸 Instagram: @cassie.ferren, @midtownkc.church 📘 Facebook: Midtown KC Church 👩‍💼 Women Ministers KC: wmkc 🌍 NewThing Network: newthingkc.org     💬 Join the Conversation: How has God met you in a season of surrender? Share your thoughts with us on Instagram or in our Facebook group! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: Podcast Instagram | Life Coaching Instagram 👥 Join our Facebook Group: Echos of Impact Community     ✨ Take the Next Step: Interested in joining The Woman’s Success Code? Learn more here!  Ready for a fresh start? Schedule your complimentary Life Audit with Briana     🎧 Final Notes: If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to follow and leave a review. Your support helps us continue to share powerful stories like Cassie’s. Until next week, friends! 💛

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