As I began to do some research for a book I was writing about the connection between small groups and meeting people’s needs for community, I perused my husband’s bookcase for any resources that might give me some inspiration. I stumbled upon a book called The Great Good Place written by Ray Oldenburg. In it, […]
Event: Fruit Salad for a Woman’s Soul
Scripture doesn’t say that we’re all fruitcakes, but we give enough evidence to prove that we are all a little fruity! This event gives us a look into some purposeful fruit – the fruit of the Spirit. Based On: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and […]
How to Build a Ministry to Moms
Our Moms’ Ministry began eight years ago. At the time, we were a new church plant and didn’t have a building. Our ministry first met in a YMCA, then moved to an apartment clubhouse, and then moved into homes. We now meet in our church building. Our Vision We had four goals as we began […]
Event: 7-UP Themed Night
Looking for a way to put some “pop” in your women’s ministry activities? Create a “fizzling” fun event based completely on soda pop. Description: We sent out invitations for “7-UP Night” and asked everyone to wear green. The invitation was designed to intrigue with copy that said the event was “sure to be an UP-lifting […]
10 Tips for Bible Study Leaders of Seekers and New Christians
Leading a group of “Bible beginners” can be a faith-building experience for the leader. Witnessing God’s activity from a front-row seat is exciting! However, guiding people with little, if any, Bible knowledge or church experience differs significantly from teaching maturing Christians. Before you get started, consider these “dos and don’ts” I’ve learned during years of […]
Event: Bigger and Better Treasures
This event is especially suited to a small group. It’s based on Matthew 6:19-21, which says, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Here’s a fun way to engage the women in your ministry while having a look at your treasures. Details We asked women to pre-register for the event and charged […]
Taking Back Christmas
Leading up to Thanksgiving, we place emphasis on gratitude, counting our blessings, and enjoying family and friends. However, just one day later, much of our attention is turned from gratitude to consumerism on Friday. Black Friday ads fill our mailboxes, commercials are on TV, and our focus on all our blessings is turned toward all […]
Event: Prepare Him Room
Sometimes our hearts are just like the inn Mary and Joseph visited; there’s just no extra room! Our hearts get full with our busy schedules, Christmas preparations and extra company. During this busy season, here’s an event to keep your heart ready for Jesus. Theme Prepare Him Room Scripture Reference Isaiah 40:3-5 A voice of […]
4 Ways to Refresh Your Retreats
Are your women’s retreats in a rut? Do you have the same women, same traditions, same locations? It’s time to step outside those routines and experience a fresh perspective! Women invest a lot of time and energy into their families, churches, communities, and work. They sacrifice their own needs for others. A retreat helps them […]
Event: Advent Service and Candlelight Tea
Advent is a wonderful season to consider the reason for the season and invite others to share in new traditions. The aim for this event is to take time at the beginning of Advent, and the holiday season, to step away from all the preparations for Christmas (shopping, decorating, baking, cleaning, cooking, etc.) and set […]
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