Today we’d like to introduce you to Ty McDonald.
Hi Ty, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My story began unfolding at age 9, with recurring dreams of standing on roadsides, holding signs inviting passersby to accept God’s love and forgiveness, accompanied by visions of angels in the heavens blowing trumpets. As I delved deeper into spiritual matters, my love for the God I proclaimed in my dreams grew, fueled by reading and research. At 18, a woman shed light on my dreams, revealing a ministry calling and foreshadowing my future role as a vessel to help others and honor God. Following my graduation from Texas A&M University, I embarked on a ministry training program at my church in Austin, Texas, and subsequently pursued advanced theological studies at Austin Graduate School while serving as an assistant pastor. At age 26, a pastor in Dallas provided further clarity on my calling, reaffirming the prophetic word I received at 18 and offering guidance on my ministry. At 30, my church commissioned me to establish a new ministry in Bastrop, Texas, where I have had the privilege of serving as a spiritual mother to the community. My husband and I have recently planted another ministry in College Station, leading two distinct ministries with a shared vision: to train and equip world changers.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
I have encountered substantial challenges throughout my career. As a woman in ministry, a field largely dominated by men, I have faced rejection, marginalization, and condescension from individuals who lack proper context and understanding of sacred texts thatvtelate to women, especially women in leadership. Despite my efforts to honor God and fulfill my calling, I have often felt undervalued and ineffective. Moreover, our small congregation has struggled financially, and my husband and I have had to balance our commitment to serving others with our responsibility to our family snd commitment to keeping our children’s well being as our first priority. As a trailblazer in his role as the first black county judge and the youngest elected county judge in Texas, my husband has faced significant pressure, which at times when we first began, affected his ability to help as he would have liked. The emotional and spiritual weight of my work has been overwhelming at times, leading to struggles with depression. Nevertheless, God has sustained us, our marriage, and our growing family. And after 30 years in ministry I am still in love with the God I serve and the work I do for him.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I am a pastor, a senior leader of one church in two locations.
I started a ministry school, ARTIOS School of Ministry where I train and ordain Christian ministers.
I own a small business, Ruach Communications, with my husband.
What quality or characteristic do you feel is most important to your success?
As strong sense of identity. Tenacity, endurance, perseverance and love for God, for people, and love for the work.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.tymcdonaldministries.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1HjTTwiAVG/
