I'm Jess, and I'm so glad you're here.

ABOUT

I woke up from defeat.

I woke up from defeat.

HOW IT ALL STARTED

I'm an unlikely leader who is obsessed with helping other women. My story might surprise you, but here's the gist: God has taken me from defeat, despair, and overwhelmed exhaustion to abundant life. I barely graduated high school, and now I write books. I went from wild church hurt to church leader, from poverty to coaching other women. I'm grateful His grace carried me to this space so I can be on your team.

In 2010, God woke me up to abundant life.

Our family was living in poverty, I had given up on my dreams of using my gifts, and we were the family that everyone pitied and prayed for. I was desperate for hope, so I dug into God's Word, and what I found about who He is and who He says I am... changed everything. Since then, I've been writing books, coaching women, teaching the Bible, and leading our local church.

Hard times have come and gone since then, but I'll never go back to living under a banner of defeat. I'll never go back to living overwhelmed, exhausted, and numb again.

Let’s get to know each other.
Three fun facts about Jess.

NO. 1

I carry my iPad everywhere! It's how I study the Bible, organize our family life, write messages, and study for seminary. If I lost my iPad, I'd be in serious trouble.

NO. 2

I only watch the same show repeatedly: The West Wing. I could recite many scenes from memory. Something about watching people overcome their weaknesses for the greater good is very compelling to me.

NO. 3

If we meet in person, I will offer to hold your baby. Now that my own kids are almost all in their teens, my happiest place is holding someone else's baby. I even bought my own baby carrier to help my friends with theirs!

Ways to Connect
With Jess

  • 1. No Filter Newsletter

    Every Tuesday, Jess sends out honest and encouraging emails. Subscribe to get them, along with free coaching and fun gifts.

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  • 2. Podcast

    Tune in every Monday for light-hearted and soul-deep conversations that will leave you more in awe of God in your own life.

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  • 3. Speaking

    Jess would love to come to your church or event to preach or join your organization or team for a day of coaching.

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Tired of being tired?

What Readers + Podcast Listeners Say

  • “Jess is anointed! Her discernment and depth are unmatched. I love her sincerity and transparency. When she speaks, you know her words to be fresh from her time with Jesus. Her coaching energizes my calling with renewed passion and specific purpose for the Kingdom. She is His treasure not to be missed!”

    — Angel King

  • "Jess has prayed for me through some of the darkest seasons of my life, and has let me borrow her faith when my own was too weak. Follow her. Listen to her. Pray with her as she leads you to discover the freedom and liberation found in the good God she serves.”

    — Jackie Aviles

  • "Jess listens earnestly to God and leads with a holy zeal that rejuvenates the soul. Her pursuit to amplify the calling of women is astounding and steadfast. She’s on your team. She wants to root for you as you run after the kingdom with your God-given talents!"

    — Skyla Sale

  • "Jess Connolly is such a gift. Every interaction with her words, ministry, and life has left me fulfilled yet hungry for more. She has the remarkable ability to inspire women to embrace their divine callings while also leaving them with deep reverence and a desire to see more of God’s mighty power at work in each of us."

    — Claudia Campbell