Welcome to the Strong Women Podcasts where each week we explore a deeper understanding of the humanity, value, intellect, and creativity of women.

I'm Erin Kunkel.

And I'm Sarah Stenstreet.

We're so glad you're here.

Today on the Strong Women podcast, we are so blessed to have my friend, Shelly Komacheski, as our guest.

Now, Shelley sent me an bio of her, so I'm going to read that and then add my own little two cents here.

But Shelley is a sinner saved by grace, a daughter of the king, wife of Ed, 30 years this year, but Shelley is a sinner saved by Grace, a daughter of the king, wife of Ed, 30 years this year.

She's a mom to Katie and Emily, and owner of a long-haired wiener dog, who's so sweet, and we just love.

She's a church girl, an extrovert, a lover of coffee and junk. I have antiques stored with this lady,

so I can attest to that. She loves music, laughter, friendship, and good real conversation.

She's worked with Josh McDow at Josh McDowell Ministries for over 20 years, and she does all kinds of things there. She's a woman of

many talents, but she raises funds, plans events, and just shares how God's at work around the

world. And just to let you know, as a family, they just have been devoted to Christian ministry.

And Ed has served as a pastor.

And he's also authored several books on the person and work of Jesus Christ.

And they're wonderful books.

So we're going to link to those in our show notes for our listeners.

But as I said, Shelly is a personal friend of mine.

And I could sit here and just tell you all the things I love about her.

But one of the things I love about her is her joy for life.

As soon as she starts talking, you guys are going to get exactly what I'm talking about.

But also just that she is one of those people that when you're with, you just feel like you've brought so much joy into her life.

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