The objective of this event is to have women who’ve “been there” give practical insight to the rest of us on how to be a true friend in times of need. Preparation We invited several women from our church to be on a panel – a young widow, a divorcee, a woman struggling with infertility, another […]
Who is Your Neighbor?
I had lived on the corner of Rosewood and Longwood Drive for over seven years, yet many of the women who lived nearby were complete strangers to me. I didn’t know their joys or their pains, I had no one to call to borrow a cup of sugar, and I had never told them about […]
Why Are Women’s Retreats Important?
Church retreats. Are they just for fun? How do they benefit the body of Christ? What affect does a retreat have on the whole church? These questions are vital for church leaders to answer. Especially in these tough economic times, leaders need to understand the value a retreat offers the attendees, their families and the […]
Neighborhood Cafe:
At your Table, In your House
The women in your neighborhood are likely to spend five hours and 24 minutes each month following their Facebook friends. Facebook has replaced face-to-face, heart-to-heart conversations. We tweet instead of talk. Our electronic disconnect means we’re “friends” without being friendly. Our status updates are witty and cute, with pictures of our darling children and amazing […]
Neighborhood Cafe:
You Live on the Road to Emmaus
Dozens of women walk past my window each day. I imagine their conversations as they walk through the neighborhood: “Did you hear? Her husband is having an affair. I know, I can’t believe it either. I used to see them working in their yard every weekend…” “Is her son out of jail yet? He used […]
Event: Crafts & Cooking
We host a night where our women come and can choose two out of five or six crafts that range in price from $5 to $25 each. Women pay for the two classes they wish to take when they register for the event. The evening begins with refreshments and a devotional. We also make food […]
