Pray Her Forward is a ministry providing biblical mentorship guidance and resources for girls & young women in Christ. We recently launched More Precious Than Pearls, our Bible-based journal, devotional, Bible study & mentorship curriculum that includes 12 relevant topics on the most challenging issues girls and young women face.

The Curriculum is 262 pages, which includes 12 chapters or "sessions" focused on 12 different relatable topics. The beginning of the curriculum includes a Foreword, Welcome, and Guide to the Curriculum. Additionally, there is a Pre Self-Assessment before Session 1 and a Post Self-Assessment following Session 12 for assessing your progress and opportunities throughout your journey.

Each chapter of the curriculum includes a thoughtful invitation for wisdom, Scriptures, and a specific prayer, along with related resources such as Bible studies, books, and videos to deepen the experience. A session begins with a testimonial or relatable story from Leighton's experiences. You'll find “Pearls of Wisdom”—top tips and reminders drawn from real-life experience—as well as questions for both the mentor (or group leader) to ask the mentee and vice versa. Each section also features topical Bible study and application questions, space for intentional SMART goal setting around the mentee’s top three priorities, a relatable story or testimonial, guided journal prompts to help her record the desires of her heart and a specific prayer, and space to take notes, reflect, and track progress.

*Tip: download a free chapter above to view the format of a session!

The PHF Mentorship Curriculum is best for young women ages 12-25 who desire a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. It is for those who have a mentor, would like a mentor, are in a small group, or are simply looking for topical guidance from the wisdom in our pages through the help of the Holy Spirit.

The 12 topics included are:

• More Precious than Pearls (Identity)
• The Power of Prayer
• Body Image, Acceptance, + Comparison
• Stress, Anxiety, + Depression
• Health + Wellness
• Dating + Relationships
• Sex, Purity, + Self-Control
• Financial Stewardship
• Choosing a Profession/ Finding Purpose
• Idols + Temptation
• Friendships + Fitting In
• Balancing Life + Priorities

Bonus:

• Setting SMART goals for personal and spiritual development
• Guidance on writing out specific prayers

The PHF Curriculum includes 12 topics that can be reviewed weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly! Mentees may find that there is enough content to spend multiple sessions on one topic or session. Therefore, it is up to the mentee and mentor how long they would like to spend completing the curriculum. We recommend spending one month on each session, with at least two sessions per topic. You may consider assigning at-home reading and journaling between sessions followed by review with a mentor or leader to discuss what was learned.

Not necessarily, however, More Precious Than Pearls is designed for and best utilized with the guidance of a mentor, leader, coach, pastor, or teacher. The format includes material that is ideal for review alongside a mentor or small group for discussion with others. This is a great gift for a young woman who needs or desires mentorship, even if she does not yet have a mentor, as the book begins with guidance on asking, seeking, and knocking for a mentor through intentional prayer.

Great question! Many young women desire mentorship but do not yet have a mentor, which is okay! I encourage you to follow Matthew 7:7, which says, "Ask and it shall be given to you, seek and you will find, knock and the door will be opened to you" as you seek mentorship. We believe God desires wise counsel for everyone, and if you are actively asking, seeking, and knocking, and praying, He will honor your ask! Ask church leadership, neighbors, community members, parents, and friends if they could recommend someone who would be willing to meet with you as a mentor or guide. In the meantime, sign up for our virtual mentor waitlist here to mentor with Leighton in the future!

If you ever have questions or concerns about your mentor and don’t feel comfortable addressing them directly, please reach out to a trusted adult. A great place to start is with a parent or guardian, a trusted family member or friend, or a church leader. Some mentees feel led to change mentors or meet with more than one, so pray and ask God for wisdom if you sense that direction.

Most importantly, if your mentor ever says or does anything that makes you feel uncomfortable, unsafe, or unsure, please don’t stay silent. Talk to a trusted adult right away. If you need additional support, you can also call the Focus on the Family Help Center at 1-855-771-HELP (4357).

Not necessarily! Although most mentors are older than their mentees, the goal is to find someone with more life experience who you can glean knowledge from. It is recommended that you seek mentorship from someone who has "gone before you" and has life experiences that you can learn and grow from. They also don't need to be "filled to the brim with wisdom," but should be a devoted believer in Jesus Christ and someone who is willing to listen, lead, pray you forward, and be vulnerable so that you may grow in Christ together. Pray and ask God for the right mentor for you—He always knows what and who you need!

You are welcome here! We welcome mentees of all faith backgrounds to purchase and participate in the PHF mentorship curriculum. Our curriculum and teachings align with the Holy Bible, which is the spoken Word of God, and PHF identifies as non-denominational Christian. However, all are welcomed! You can read more about PHF’s mission, vision, and beliefs at the top of this page.

If you are curious about what it means to be a Christian or are ready to accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior, please reach out to me on my Contact Form! I would love to speak to you!

We hope that you are completely satisfied with your PHF purchase! However, if you have any questions or concerns about your order, please reach out to us on our Contact page.