What about your story?
The Bible contains stories of triumph and tragedy, war and peace, gain and loss. These stories speak to us across centuries, demonstrating God’s powerful love at work in individual lives, encouraging us that anything is possible with God.
Do you have a story on your heart you wish to write?
Do you recognize its potential to encourage this generation? You may be thinking that your story isn’t remarkable enough. It’s not as exciting as other people’s.
Maybe it’s too exciting, and you can’t imagine putting it out there for all to see.
We have it on good authority that every child of God has a story that deserves to be told. As the psalmist says, “Let the redeemed of the LORD tell their story” (Psalm 107:2 NIV).
If you’re feeling the desire to write your story as a testimony of God’s faithfulness, but you’re not sure where to start, we created The Power of Story just for you.
The Power of Story Masterclass is a is a 6-module writing course designed to help you birth your story out of your heart and unto the page.
LEARN how to get your story from the heart to the page
GROW your skills and storytelling techniques
PRACTICE the ten keys of a well-written personal story
CREATE a spiritual battle plan for the writing journey
COMPLETE your story ready to share with others
You're in the right place
If you have a story that needs to get from your heart to the page
"FlourishWriters not only teaches you the craft of writing, it helps cultivate the heart of Jesus in everything you do. Oh, how I wish I had FlourishWriters when I started writing so many years ago!"
Joanna Weaver
Gain confidence as you get to know your readers and experience the blessing of sharing your message with others.
Prayerfully consider how to share your story with others, expectant to see God bless your readers.
Polish your story draft using the self-edit checklist, confident you’ve communicated the message on your heart.
Select the details of your story, guided by the purpose you wish to communicate.
Choose the story you will write and begin designing your story map.
Engage with God as you journal, reflect, and listen. Explore the many stories that you might choose.
the power of story guides you to
Idea
Planning
Organizing
Write
Editing
Publishing
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Instruction
Inside the The power of story Masterclass you will receive:
Never written your story before? No problem! We encourage and equip you with a practical step-by-step writing process you can implement. This process guides you in prayer & reflection, planning, writing, and revising your story to produce a final draft polished and ready to share with others.
Digital
Workbook
The writing process is presented as a 6-phase process with clear explanations, teaching by example, and guided assignments gathered in a workbook available for download. The Power of Story workbook guides you through each step of the story-writing process with easy-to-use checklists.
add-on
coaching
If you've experienced the frustration of sitting with unanswered questions, a one-on-one coaching call with Mindy or Jenny connects you with the mentoring you need to overcome any roadblock. During the registration process you can choose to add-on a 25-minute coaching session to keep you motivated and moving forward.
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"While most organizations focus almost entirely on craft or productivity, Mindy and Jenny have created a unique offering where your artistry will blossom, your soul will thrive, and your writing will flourish . . . one story at a time. "
Allen Arnold
- Sonia Amin
I am so thankful for the program, classes, workshops, resources, and most of all the community you have provided. When I got my author copy of my first book, I was in tears for the joy of seeing this project come into being.
It was completely a God thing that I found FlourishWriters.
- Cynthia Knight
I know without a doubt I would not have been revitalized to resume my writing had it not been for FlourishWriters, the prayers, and the inspiration I received here. God Bless!
Due to your motivation and inspiration I was able to complete two books in 2021.
WHAT our community WANTs YOU TO KNOW
- Karen McMullin
I am not sure where writing will take me but this says that God has greater plans for me than I can even imagine and He energizes me to do it. What He does for me He does for you!!! 'Never doubt God’s mighty power to work in you and accomplish all this.
This course super-charged me!
- Cheryl Shumake
God's assignment for my life has been affirmed through FlourishWriters to the extent it has launched a whole new ministry, including a podcast, retreats, workshops, and Bible studies.
FlourishWriters is exactly what I needed.
Does insecurity, fear, and anxiety creep up to whisper, "You’re an imposter. You’re not a writer." Because of FlourishWriters, I have a lot of tools that help me push away those lies and approach my writing in an organized way.
The Student Experience
What I learned at FlourishWriters is a step-by-step process of intentionality: how to think of the reader and invite the reader to come along with us. Being a FlourishWriter, I have gained so much confidence that I recently published my first children’s book.
Maria Klingsheim
With FlourishWriters, I learned how to connect with and serve my reader. When I started putting into practice what I was learning, not only did I gain technical skills, but I gained the courage to be vulnerable. I discovered a fresh new way of writing that is natural, welcoming, and full of life.
Marvita Franklin
Cheryl Shumake
At FlourishWriters, I learned the six-phases of the writing process and how to apply them to writing my story. I also learned that writing alongside community is much better than writing alone. I received the confidence I needed to write my first published piece.
Valerie Terrell
I knew I had a story to tell. FlourishWriters gave me the information I needed to find my voice and get my story out there. The community supported me and gave me feedback. With that confidence I published my book on Amazon.
Lisa Ghilardi Hudson
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WHAT will you LEARN
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Before we begin the writing process, we’ll prepare for a successful experience by spending time in prayer and Scripture.
confirm God's call to write your story
create a support team
brainstorm your story ideas
write a prayer of declaration
What do I include in my story?
During the Planning Phase, we zero in on the specific story that you wish to write. The planning process guides you to refine your story idea.
choose the specific story you wish to write
create a story map to refine your idea
use the story structure template
organize your story details
How do I complete my first draft?
Since you’ve taken the time to plan and organize, you’re prepared to get the words from your head onto paper. Even the most reluctant writer who follows this process discovers they are ready to write a first draft with the guidance provided.
apply storytelling techniques to your planning
write your first draft
engage your support team for a friend edit
choose a title
How can I share my story?
Sit back in satisfaction with your story in your hands. This final phase of the writing process guides you to prayerfully consider how to share your story.
follow God's lead as you plan to publish
share your story with others!
What should I write?
In the Idea Phase, you will journal, reflect, and consider the stories that could be told as you explore the possibilities.
How do I prepare to write?
Now that you have identified the specific story you’re going to write, it’s time to get organized. The organizing process guides you to confirm your story’s purpose and select the details that you will include.
How do I craft my writing?
Now that you have a first draft, it’s time to edit and revise. It isn’t as terrible as it sounds. Promise! You’re supported with clear instructions on seeking a Friend Edit and Self Editing like a pro.
Get a Sneak Peek Inside
the Guide to Writing
- How Literary Agents Help Writers Succeed
- Best Practices for Book Proposals that Sell
- Platform Building for Christian Writers
- Growing Your Audience
- Finding Your Voice on Social Media
- Amazon Bookselling Techniques
Sharing your message with the world just got easier!
Register By June 30th and receive the following bonuses
Learn to clarify your ideas and prioritize the right projects
Gain strategies to plan and organize your thoughts
Practice writing techniques
Grow as a self-editor capable of polishing a final draft
Show up with confidence as you develop a personal brand
FREE Print Guidebook shipped to your home!
LIMITED TIME bonus #1:
We gather as the FlourishWriters family to affirm your God-given giftings.
Our prayer is that your heart would flourish as you show up to share your message with others.
limited time BONUS #2:
Receive personal answers to your questions
Find the right tools and resources
Figure out where you are and where you want to be
Clarify goals and get action plans down on paper
Commit to taking the next right step
One-on-One 25-Minute Coaching Call
LIMITED TIME bonus #3
"FlourishWriters is a wonderful resource. I appreciate the way that Mindy and Jenny understand the challenges that many writers face - practically, emotionally, and spiritually - and the way they are committed to providing resources that will help community members overcome those challenges."
Kate Motaung
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When you want to learn a new skill, you simplify the process into the essential elements.
Let’s start with the first 1000 words.
Here at FlourishWriters, we’re all about tackling simple yet achievable goals.
Thousands of writers have gone through our step-by-step course to brainstorm, plan, and write their story—and it works!
But will The Power of Story work for me?
If you’ve tried to write your story before and failed, you’re not alone. Writing is hard work, but it’s not impossible—when you know how.
Writing your story doesn’t have to be daunting or confusing. You just need a simple, clear process with a community to cheer you on. It might even be one of the most rewarding experiences ever.
We’d like to show you how to craft a 1000-word piece, so you’re equipped to share stories from the pages of your life and the pages of Scripture with a message of hope that says,
“Come, Friends, let me show you how faithful our God is. If Jesus can do this for me, he can do it for you too!”
The Power of Story provides all the skills you need to dream, write, and publish your story with confidence. We hope you’ll join us.
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Jennifer Kochert & Mindy Kiker founded FlourishWriters to share the lessons they learned while writing their personal stories of God’s faithfulness. FlourishWriters nurtures faith-based communicators as they grow in the craft of writing. Mindy and Jenny gather writers who desire to birth a message from the heart to the page.
Jenny Kochert & Mindy Kiker
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If we haven’t answered all of your questions here, please email us – info@flourishgathering.com. We reply personally to every query.
Is FlourishWriters faith-based?
Yes, we are a Christian ministry. You do not need to be working on spiritual writing to feel right at home. We support writers in many different genres.
Is there a split pay option?
Yes, you can pay half now and the other half in 30 days. You gain instant access immediately after the first payment.
Does the content apply to beginners or experienced writers?
Writers at all levels are accommodated. Sometimes we need help to identify the gaps in our knowledge base. The FlourishWriters Guide to Writing contains guidance tested with thousands of writers. The focus is on practical, doable, step-by-step learning.
Is the FlourishWriters Guide to Writing self-paced?
Yes, you receive instant access to the Masterclass Collection and you can work through it at your own pace. Each of the masterclasses stand alone and can be utilized in any order. Together, they create a solid foundation for your writing life no matter your writing stage.
Do I have lifetime access?
Yes, you receive all the masterclass and bonus resources in your personal FlourishWriters library. You have unlimited access to login anytime from anywhere. Watch your favorite videos on demand. Download and print digital implementation guides again and again.
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