Our family lived near Calgary, Alberta for six years with my husband’s job. Although the differences aren’t drastic between the southern United States and western Canada, we did make some adjustments in order to function, connect and be understood. For instance, we quickly learned that Canadians always take off their shoes when they enter someone’s home. Whether there is […]
5 Ways to Engage Our Culture for Jesus
I am patiently waiting for our fourth grandson to arrive. Okay, let me be honest. I’m waiting. We can leave the “patiently” part out. In fact, by the time you read this, he may be here. The world my grandchildren will know is very different than the world of my childhood. Or even the world […]
Can Cupcakes and Women’s Ministry Coexist?
I love cupcakes, icebreaker games and door prizes. I also crave transformational Bible study, deep spiritual conversations and intimate times of prayer with Christian sisters. Can we do it all? In recent years, there’s been an ongoing discussion on blogs and social media about the nature of church ministry to women. Should it contain what […]
Getting Rid of the ‘Do It All’ Ministry Mindset
“One-size fits all” is a nice idea. It’s easy and uncomplicated – in theory. “One-size fits all” frees us from trying on a bunch of sizes to discover which fits us best. It works great for scarves, shawls and ponchos, but not nearly as well with bras and skinny jeans. And as much as we […]
Stay Connected Through the Summer
Yesterday, I met with some of my Bible study teachers. When Megan arrived, she settled in a chair, looked at the ladies gathered around the table, and, with a sigh, announced, “I have missed being with women!” The rest of us felt the same! Summer is a great time for families and relaxation. But, the […]
Solutions for Summer Ministry Challenges
Summer is in full swing. School’s out, the temperature is rising, and regular schedules have been set-aside until September. Yes, summer is fun and laid back for families, but it can be a challenging time for women’s ministry. Many churches simply take a three-month hiatus during the summer. Others continue a scaled-down version of some […]
Bible Study Leaders Prayer Guide
As you lead a Bible study, prayer is essential. Here are 20 Scriptures to pray for yourself and others as you share the good news of Jesus. For yourself, ask God… To open your eyes to see the harvest around you. John 4:35 To break your heart over the condition of the lost. Romans 10:1 […]
Pray for Your Event Speaker
I was nearing the end of the message when I felt the first tickle. I cleared my throat and continued. But the tickle grew more persistent. Someone handed me a glass of water, but the need to cough grew stronger. While a volunteer read a Bible passage, I turned to the wall, hacking loudly behind […]
10 Keys to Helping A Speaker Do Her Job
Bringing in a speaker for your event or retreat can be a great way to minister to the women in your church and community. Help your speaker be most effective in her delivery by considering these key elements. Not long ago I spoke at a women’s retreat. When I arrived at the hotel, a few […]
5 Challenges of Group Discussion
Start with a room full of women; add different personalities, various levels of spiritual maturity, and unique backgrounds. There is so much potential for an awesome experience or an awful encounter. Bible study discussion groups can be fun and rewarding for the members as well as the leader. However, situations sometimes pop up that can […]
