Why did you have your last women’s special event? Was it because you always had it? Was it because you heard that First Church had a similar event and it was successful there? Did you find a great logo and plan something to go with it? Every special event should be planned to meet needs […]
Archives for 2010
Bible Studies: One Size May Not Fit All
In-depth Bible study is essential for a woman to grow in her relationship with Christ, but offering only one level of study or just one format may limit the number of women you will reach. Many churches offer different levels to appeal to different levels of spiritual maturity. Perhaps you could offer a new believer’s […]
30 Ways to Market Your Ministry
Most people, who are called into ministry, don’t think about marketing. However in this information age, marketing is essential to getting the word out about yourself or your ministry. Here, we have 30 creative and effective ways for you to ride the marketing wave. Send out mass mailers to churches. Create your own list from the […]
Event: Masquerade Theme
A fun idea for a retreat or evening event based on our speaker’s (Sheila McFadden) subject, “Lose that Jalo: Dropping the Mask of Perfection.” Details We made “masquerade” the theme for our fall retreat. We decorated using masks, boas, beads, slippers, etc. On the Oriental Trading Company website, we found Cat Eye Mask craft kits for […]
Bible Study Online and On the Go
Have you ever considered the internet as an ideal venue for Bible study on the go? This might just be what you need to help women stay in touch and in God’s Word no matter what their schedule is. Let’s begin with some ideas about ways to do an online study: Email Study: A weekly […]
5 Tips To Prevent Tunnel Vision Teaching
A few years ago I took a temperament test and, not surprisingly, my results showed that I have a strong teaching gift. There were many positive characteristics I could cheerfully claim as my own. However, the downside to this gift literally made me pause and think about how this impacts those in my small group. […]
Passion, Prayer and Purpose of Event Planning
Events are a big part of women’s ministry, but the bottom line of any event is clearly defining, “What is the purpose?” A lot of effort and planning goes into an event and it is important to assess why we are hosting a particular event. It’s equally important to set clear goals and then evaluate […]
Devotional: Does Meek Mean Weak?
Meek sounds a lot like weak. Doesn’t it. A doormat. A wimp. Who wants to be weak and powerless? Meek and Mighty When the Old and New Testaments were written, meekness was a greatly desired virtue. In the Near East and ancient Greco-Roman world, it was not uncommon for a king to describe himself as […]
Devotional: Give Honor to the Player
As you reflect on your role in women’s ministry, consider yourself as a musical instrument. God is the masterful player. Your role and responsibilities may place you in the limelight. Perhaps, you are the person behind the scenes–seldom seen or heard. Regardless of where you serve or how much (or little) attention you might receive, remember, […]