We kicked off our Women’s Ministry year with an overnight retreat on October 4th & 5th. During our time away we were fed from Scripture, renewed through rest and fellowship, and were able to spend time in God’s Word, as well as in response to Him for all that He is doing in our lives. Praise God for His provision and thank you to the many who were a part of making it a blessing to all.
Several times during our 24 hours away we spent time reflecting on: the teachings of the speaker, our time spent in the Word, and processing together about how God is working in our lives. This time we called ‘Tables For 6’. Think 2, 4, 6: 2 hours, 4 conversation starters, and 6 women. While we did not sit together for 2 hours each time - I’m confident that more time spent together would have allowed for even richer conversation and depth of relationships around the table.
Women’s Ministry would like to encourage women to engage, be intentional, and initiate conversations about how we are reading God’s Word and how it is working in our lives. Women enjoy being in community - we were designed that way. We also see the reminder in Scripture repeatedly that we need more than just food to LIVE.
“Jesus answered, It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone,
but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:4
Tables For 6 is where we are suggesting you gather for 2 hours (over a snack, coffee, or simple meal) where your group is provided with a devotional or context for discussing 4 conversation starters as a group of 6 women. This can be a group of long-time friends, new acquaintances, a regularly scheduled consistent group, or when you can fit it in with whomever is available. You can meet in a restaurant, coffee shop, park, someone’s home, or a comfy corner at the church. This is meant to be simple. Don’t overthink it!
Are you willing to encourage other women by gathering and talking about your faith? We are all part of one body with many parts. Let’s strengthen our body by meeting together and spurring one another on. I would love to hear what God is doing in the midst of these gatherings. Were you encouraged? Strengthened?
Gather together. As easy as 2, 4, 6. Let me know if you want to join or host a Table!! Can we get a ‘Table For 6’ please?
There are more upcoming events for Women’s Ministry as well. Mark your calendar for:
· 3rd Saturday Prayer Gatherings: 9-10am on November 16th and December 21st
· Heart Breakfast: Saturday, February 8th
· Spring Gathering: Monday, May 4th
· Summer Sensation: Wednesday, July 15th
