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A virtuous woman...A virtuous woman...A virtuous woman...
She extends her hand to the poor, Yes, she reaches out her hands to the needy. ~Proverbs 31:20
A note from Cheryl...A note from Cheryl...A note from Cheryl... Over the summer several of us had the opportunity to complete a study called “Compelled By Love,” based on the verse in 2 Cor. 5:14, for Christ's love compels us. We were each challenged to take our faith out into the everyday places that we go, sharing the love of Christ with whomever God brings across our path. As we head into the fall, I pray that we would all be doing this in increasing measure! I'm asking Him to really open my eyes to the people around me, to make the most of every opportunity, to know that some need to know Christ for the first time, and others just need to be reminded of His very great love for them.
This fall, we have several opportunities for women. Some are designed to equip us to feel confident about reaching out to the world, like our Ministry Training for Women class on Wednesday nights. Others are an opportunity to bring a friend who has been looking for somewhere to fit, such as our Eat & Greet event in November. They are all an opportunity for us to be Radiant!! Please take time to look through this newsletter and see what opportunities you might want to be a part of. Also, Lauren Ellison has written an article about human trafficking that will touch our hearts, and hopefully inspire us all to pray into this heartbreaking situation. Please let Teresa Burchfield ([email protected]) or me ([email protected]) know if you have any questions about anything. If you have an idea for activities, studies, or events in the future, please let us know that too!
Coming Events...Coming Events...Coming Events...
Daughters of the King: A Night of Worship for Women September 23, 6:30-8:00pm This night is for girls of all ages to join together to worship the Lord. Adrienne and her team will be leading us. Come for a night in the presence of the KING! Emily Shoop's Wedding Shower We’ve had a lot of baby showers this year, and now it is time for a WEDDING shower! Let’s join together as we bless Emily Shoop on Saturday, October 22nd at 10:00am at the home of Kathy Brookins. Emily is engaged to be married to Joshua Aldy on November 19th here at Fullness. They are registered at Bed, Bath & Beyond and Target. Eat and Greet We had such a great time at our summer Eat & Greets that we will have another day this fall. Come enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dessert with other women on Saturday, November 5. This is a perfect opportunity to bring an unchurched friend or neighbor for a time of sharing a meal with other women. Look for the signup soon!
Words from a Wise Woman...Words from a Wise Woman...Words from a Wise Woman...
“The biggest disease today is not leprosy or cancer or tuberculosis, but rather the feeling or being unwanted, uncared for, deserted by everybody. The greatest evil is the lack of love and charity, the terrible indifference towards one’s neighbor who lives at the roadside, the victim of exploitation, corruption, poverty, and disease.” ~Mother Teresa
Fall 2011 Fullness Women’s Ministry
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Expand...Expand...Expand... How does a follower of Jesus Christ make sense of human trafficking? During a visit last fall to the small country of Moldova in Eastern Europe, I spent time with over 150 practitioners from around the world who work on the front lines of the war against human trafficking. I listened as these men and women described the brutality involved.
Imagine that you come upon a river, and at a certain point downstream on this river you see numerous bodies that have washed ashore. These women, men, and children whom you discover have all been wounded, some alive and some dead. Your initial reaction is horror over the scene you have encountered. Eventually you begin to look upstream, wondering what evil could have possibly caused this brutality and devastation.
Human trafficking is about the exploitation of vulnerable men, women, and children for profit. It is an example of the wicked preying upon the poor. Scripture and ex-plains God’s perspective on this atrocity, and tells us that the Lord hears the desire of the afflicted and strengthens their hearts (see Psalm 10:8-18).
The problem of human trafficking is complex, and the greatest weapon we have in this physical and spiritual war is prayer. A relief organization called International Justice Mission lists the following requests: Ask God to inspire and equip local government
authorities to combat slavery. Pray for the Christian community in the areas of the
world where slavery is rampant. Ask God to bless the local Body of Christ with
conviction, wisdom, and courage so they might intervene to stop this violence.
Ask God to comfort all who are held in slavery and awaiting rescue.
Pray for the full restoration of those who have been rescued.
Ask God to raise up qualified Christian professionals to help rescue and assist survivors.
Pray that God will bring awareness to the Body of Christ around the world concerning modern-day slavery, the Biblical mandate for Christians to seek justice, and the need for financial resources to pay for the rescue that the poor cannot afford.
May we always remain close to the poor! ~Lauren Hartin
Small Groups for Women...Small Groups for Women...Small Groups for Women...
Working Women's Bible Study Centered on Christ Monday Evenings from 7:00—8:30 Led by Cheryl Ross A seven-week study of the book of Colossians at Cheryl's home (243-3072), beginning September 12.
Women's Prayer Group Tuesday Mornings from 10:00—12:00 Led by Dottie Sullivan An opportunity for women to gather and pray in the Prayer Chapel. General prayer for the first hour and personal prayer ministry during the second.
Ministry Training for Women Wednesday Nights from 6:30—8:00 Led by Cyndy James and Andrea Powell This class will focus on heart preparation as well as practical tools to better equip you to minister life and encouragement to others. Please sign up in the foyer.
Moms In Touch Prayer Group Wednesday Nights from 6:30—8:00 Led by Ginny Hackney and Kerri Kema This prayer group is for mothers and/or grandmothers to pray specifically for children. Based on the Moms in Touch model of praying. Call Ginny (540-3631) or Kerri (915-5818) for more info.
Homeschool Moms Group Every Third Thursday at 6:30pm Led by Anne Landis If you homeschool your kids or if you are considering it, join us for support and encouragement on the 3rd Thursday of each month. During this informal time together, we fellowship, share and pray for one another. Check your bulletin or email Anne Landis for more info ([email protected]).
Moms Mentoring Moms (coming in January) A monthly mentoring group planned by Wendy Kuhn designed to teach and encourage young moms in keeping their walk with the Lord strong while managing the busy life of a mother!
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