Influential Woman · Christian Ministry
Donna Aust
Bible Teacher / Author, Donna Aust Ministries
Vero Beach, FL 32963
Her Story
About Donna
Donna Aust is a Christian author, Bible teacher, and mentor whose ministry centers on women's spiritual growth and faith-based education. Her professional path began far from the pulpit, in the corporate world, where she worked as a trainer specializing in organizational psychology at KPMG, developing training materials and teaching supervisory skills to administrative staff nationwide. Following an encounter with faith that reshaped her priorities, she stepped away from corporate leadership training to devote herself to Bible teaching, eventually pursuing seminary education to deepen her theological grounding.
Donna's ministry took root in leading home Bible studies for women and teaching classes within her church community, experiences that laid the foundation for her later work as a published author. She wrote the book When Hope Comes, a project that opened doors to speaking engagements at women's conferences and appearances on podcasts. Building on that momentum, she is now developing an eight-session Bible study adapted from the book, expanding its reach to structured group settings while continuing to write regularly on Substack.
Through Donna Aust Ministries, she continues to support women's spiritual development and faith-based mentorship, guided by values of integrity, honesty, trust, and gratitude. She views her calling not as a sprint but as a marathon, encouraging other women pursuing ministry to persevere daily and to anchor their work in consistent prayer and devotion. Outside of her ministry work, Donna values her family deeply, including her husband, Stuart, her grown sons, and her grandchildren, who remain central to her sense of purpose alongside her calling to share the message of Christ.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Donna
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to perseverance and faith. I've learned not to give up, but instead to keep working hard while honoring God, trusting that He will enable the work He's called me to do. I push through fear and anxiety because when what I'm doing honors Him, it's worth every bit of the struggle.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best advice I've received is simple: don't give up, keep working hard, and trust that if what you're doing honors God, He will enable you to accomplish it. Whatever fear or anxiety arises, the key is to push through it.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
For any young woman who feels called to serve God professionally or in ministry, I'd say this isn't a sprint, it's a marathon. Keep going, because it takes time, and simply do what you can each day. I'd also encourage her to protect time for personal devotions and prayer, as that foundation sustains the work.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges I navigate right now is technology and logistics, particularly when it comes to making Bibles and faith-based resources available online. Learning platforms like Substack has been part of that journey, and I recognize there's always more to learn as the digital landscape continues to evolve.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
My values are rooted entirely in my faith: integrity, honesty, trust, and gratitude. I want my heart to align with my actions so that everything I do gives glory to God. I've also come to believe that you can't be critical and thankful at the same time, so gratitude guides how I approach both my work and my relationships.
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