SPEAKING
Encouraging and equipping women to rest well, work with intention, and find purpose and joy in both the busy and the mundane.
Whether she’s speaking to a conference of entrepreneurs or a room full of mothers, Nancy’s message is the same: your daily choices matter. With practical wisdom, honest stories, and the kind of encouragement we all need, she meets women right where they are — in the busy, the beautiful, and everything in between.
keynote one
A Contentment Challenge: Pursuing Christ in a World That Always Wants More
We live in a culture that tells us “more” is the answer — more stuff, more success, more control. But Christ keeps inviting us to something different: a life of peace and gratitude right where we are. In this talk, I share what I’ve learned through years of practicing contentment and how to slow down, reset your heart, and find joy in what’s already in your hands.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
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We see this play out in our daily lives - we want more stuff, so we add to our Amazon shopping carts. We want more connection, so we turn to social media. We want to feel satisfied, so we turn to food. But the truth is - God created us with a deep longing for Him, and none of those things will every truly satisfy us.
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We need to put on wisdom glasses to see this world through the lens of wisdom and not be swept away by the messaging all around us. Today, according to the New York Times, each person is exposed to 3500 desire inducing advertisements every day. That is a lot to take in! It is imperative we know what we are up against to stand strong in contentment and joy.
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“Godliness with contentment is great gain.” But “great gain” in Scripture isn’t referring to an increase in material gain - Paul is talking about an increase in spiritual wealth and resources! True gain is spiritual rather than material, and the sooner we understand that our contentment is only found in Christ and a deep, abiding relationship with Him, the more joyful and content we will be!
keynote two
Family Rhythms to Deepen Your Faith
Faith isn’t something we add to our calendar; it’s something we live out in the middle of real life. In this talk, I share simple, doable rhythms that have helped our family stay grounded in truth and connected to each other — even in the busiest seasons. It’s about small, intentional choices that draw your family closer to the Lord and to one another, one day at a time.
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Whether it’s just before school, just before bed, just before meals, or every Sunday afternoon - you can establish simple prayer rituals that will continually point your children’s hearts back to God on a daily basis.
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Family devotions aren’t as difficult as you might think! Keeping it simple and fun is best for children and often, for us parents too. There are simple ways to experience Scripture as a family so it’s not overwhelming but fruitful and fun!
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What are ways you can get creative and teach your kids about faith and what it looks like to have a relationship with Jesus? Kids learn through play and activity - so creating fun ways to learn about our faith is so important!
How to Love the Sabbath with Small Children
Let’s be honest: rest looks different when your home is full of little ones. But Sabbath is still possible, and it’s still good. In this talk, I share how our family learned to love the Sabbath in this noisy, full season of life — not perfectly, but faithfully. You’ll walk away encouraged to find your own simple ways to slow down, celebrate, and enjoy the gift of rest right where you are.
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Sabbath is obedience! From the very beginning of time, God intended rest for his people as He modeled it in the 7 days of creation. Then he commanded us to honor the Sabbath in the 10 Commandments. Yet, the practice of Sabbath has been largely forgotten or replaced with a busy day at church.
Practicing Sabbath is a countercultural decision as a family, but it is incredibly rewarding. Most families don't believe it's possible, but we are here to say, it is! Setting aside one day a week for true rest is an act of obedience that will be blessed and will change your life.
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Sabbath has deepened my relationship with God, my husband, and my children. I used to think it was impossible to actually enjoy a Sabbath as a mom because I never get any time off, but the truth is - I didn't plan for it well enough and I kept making excuses. Once I embraced the possibility of practicing a Sabbath with small children, my relationships with my family and with the Lord grew so much deeper. Instead of operating on a busy schedule, we embraced a very slow Saturday every week and it's made all the difference!
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I love talking about what Sabbath can actually look like as a family with young kids! It's not easy, but it's easier than you might think. For us, we say no to doing dishes, no to doing laundry, no to doing any homework or chores, no to organized sports and no to most planned events (with exceptions, of course!). We use paper plates all day and we plan time outside and we watch movies and enjoy games. Yes we still change diapers and take care of our kids, but the parent “work” we do is so minimized in light of the joy and delight we experience!
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CONTACT
MEET YOUR HOST
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YOUR SPEAKER
Hey friend, I’m Nancy: wife, mom of five, podcast host, and speaker. I know what it feels like to juggle work, home, and everything in between, and I love encouraging women right in the middle of it.
My goal whenever I speak is simple: to help you slow down, find focus, and build a life that feels purposeful and intentional — one small rhythm at a time. The days we’re living are shaping the legacy we’re building, and I want to help you leave one you’re proud of.
MEET NANCY RAY
REASONS TO BOOK NANCY
FOR YOUR NEXT SPEAKING EVENT🎤
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She IS your audience.
Your audience will be gleaning wisdom from someone who gets it. As a wife, mom of five, and business owner, she knows the weight of full schedules, endless to-do lists, and the desire to live intentionally in the middle of it all.
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She’s honest about the real stuff.
Nancy shares her own stories — the hard seasons, the stretched-thin days, and the small wins with humility, humor, and hope. Her openness helps women feel seen, understood, and less alone in their own journeys, while encouraging them in ways to make impactful changes.
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She offers hope and how-tos.
Every message pairs encouragement with practical steps. Nancy helps women see that life doesn’t have to be perfect to be purposeful, and that simple rhythms can bring peace to even the busiest seasons.
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She brings warmth and presence.
Even from the stage, hearing Nancy speak feels like having coffee with a trusted friend. She has a gift for creating genuine connection and reminding women that they don’t have to strive for more — they can live with intention right where they are.
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She helps women live differently.
Nancy doesn’t just inspire a moment of motivation; she equips women to walk away with simple rhythms that have big impact on their everyday life and the legacy they are leaving.
WORK & PLAY
with Nancy Ray Podcast
Life is full of work and play — and both matter. Each week on Work and Play with Nancy Ray, you’ll find honest conversations and biblical encouragement to help you live well in both. From productivity and rest to family and faith, it’s all about learning to live with balance and joy.
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