About Emily Jordan...
Emily and Matt were married in 2005 in an intimate ceremony at her parents' home. They are happily settled in the Midwest with their little watchdog, Buster. Her stepson was 5 years old at the time they met and Emily has cherished every moment of getting to be one of his parents. He is now an amazing adult, training to be a first responder.
The Joyful Stepmom was founded in 2013 as a Facebook group for prayer and encouragement. Emily is joined by a Ministry Team and Regional Ambassadors.
The Joyful Stepmom was founded in 2013 as a Facebook group for prayer and encouragement. Emily is joined by a Ministry Team and Regional Ambassadors.
Once asked, "When he turns 18, will you stop doing The Joyful Stepmom?" Emily responded, "On some levels, I feel the work has only begun. We must pave the way for those stepmoms who come after us. We must share the love of Christ with the younger families. But we must also encourage those seasoned stepmoms who are in the trenches with us now."
Writing and Speaking...
Books:
The Blended Family Devotional for Couples published by Callisto Media and now distributed by Simon & Schuster. (2022)
Questions for Christian Couples Journal published by Callisto Media and now distributed by Simon & Schuster. (2022)
E-Works:
When a Stepmom Prays. Four Day Reading Plan, YouVersion Bible App. (2023).
The Joyful Stepmom Local Chapter Leadership Guide, Kindle. (2019).
Lattes & Pearls, Barnes & Nobles Ebook. Archived.
Contributor:
Better Than Blended (2016-2018).
Prairie Light Review
Orchard Press Mysteries
Taproot Collection
Examiner.com “Chicago Stepmom” (2010).
Featured:
Mothering with Migraine, Migraine.com. (2017).
Sharing the Pain, Migraine.com. (2017).
Persevering with Chronic Illness, Natural Health Ezine.
Second Wife Factors, Mamapedia.
Pancake Chats, Mentoring Moments for Christian Women.
Speaking:
Stepmom Sanity Podcast: Spiritual Intimacy in Marriage
2020 Stepmom Connection Event
Childless Stepmom Event with Laura Petherbridge
Faithful Friday with Angel Blue
Virtual Masterclass with Not Just a Stepmom/Heidi Farrell membership community
Restored and Remarried Podcast Interview
Other:
Facebook Power Admin
Bible Gateway Blogger Grid (3 Years)
Advisory Board for Stepfamily Systems Co-Parenting Center, 2 Terms
The Blended Family Devotional for Couples published by Callisto Media and now distributed by Simon & Schuster. (2022)
Questions for Christian Couples Journal published by Callisto Media and now distributed by Simon & Schuster. (2022)
E-Works:
When a Stepmom Prays. Four Day Reading Plan, YouVersion Bible App. (2023).
The Joyful Stepmom Local Chapter Leadership Guide, Kindle. (2019).
Lattes & Pearls, Barnes & Nobles Ebook. Archived.
Contributor:
Better Than Blended (2016-2018).
Prairie Light Review
Orchard Press Mysteries
Taproot Collection
Examiner.com “Chicago Stepmom” (2010).
Featured:
Mothering with Migraine, Migraine.com. (2017).
Sharing the Pain, Migraine.com. (2017).
Persevering with Chronic Illness, Natural Health Ezine.
Second Wife Factors, Mamapedia.
Pancake Chats, Mentoring Moments for Christian Women.
Speaking:
Stepmom Sanity Podcast: Spiritual Intimacy in Marriage
2020 Stepmom Connection Event
Childless Stepmom Event with Laura Petherbridge
Faithful Friday with Angel Blue
Virtual Masterclass with Not Just a Stepmom/Heidi Farrell membership community
Restored and Remarried Podcast Interview
Other:
Facebook Power Admin
Bible Gateway Blogger Grid (3 Years)
Advisory Board for Stepfamily Systems Co-Parenting Center, 2 Terms
Beyond TJSM...
Beyond the ministry, Emily works as a freelance content writer and in remote assistant roles. She served a two year term with her local Homeowners Association Board in the position of Marketing and Social Media. Emily served for several years in small group women’s ministry and led her local MOPS childcare for a season.
