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Women's Ministry e-Newsletter ...your source for women's ministry news, events, resources and people Issue #15 Thursday, May 6, 1999 http://www.womensministry.net ideas@womensministry.net fax: 417-888-2095 v-mail: 405-273-0550 IN THIS ISSUE 1. From the Publisher 2. wmTip: 12 Competencies of Leadership 3. Speaker Illustration: The Subtle Influence of a Woman 4. Add your Events to our Directory 5. One Question Survey: Email or Web, or both 6. Upcoming wmEvents: 13 Events in May 7. wmQ&A: Organizational Structure RESPONSE 8. What Works for Us: Daughter's Tea 9. Subscribe/Unsubscribe Information 1. FROM THE PUBLISHER I heard on the news recently that Sunday will be the busiest day of phone activity for the year. The reason, Sunday is Mothers Day! Mothers are the single most unifying factor of the human experience-we all have one, and many of you reading this are one! So much of what we are is because of our mother's influence. So much of what our children are is because of our influence. How important it is for us to be praying mothers. We should never neglect praying the truth of scripture over our children each day. Praying peace and protection over them, and even praying for their future spouse. My mom sent me this poem by an anonymous author last week. She thought it would be meaningful because I am the mother of two sons. My prayer today is for one Whom I have never met. Care for her and guide her, Lest others might forget. She'll be a bride some day, The groom will be our son. Grant her wisdom, God And compassion for everyone. Give her a sense of humor To help her enjoy life. Give her strength and courage When she faces strife. Teach her to have hope; Let her faith be strong. Surround her with Thy love And keep her for our son. I have no doubt that my mother prayed for my husband from the time he wore diapers until today as he changes her grandson's diapers! For that, I say, "Thanks Mom, and thank you Lord." May none of us forget the impact of a praying woman. Jennifer Rothschild, Publisher, http://www.womensministry.net/JR email: publisher@womensministry.net ******************AD********************** JOIN Nancy Leigh DeMoss, Jennifer Rothschild, and many others at the upcoming Spring Breakaway Women's Retreat at the Radisson Resort in beautiful Coral Springs, Florida. May 14-15, 1999. Sponsored by Sheridan House Family Ministries. Call 954-583-1922 or visit: http://www.sheridanhouse.org ****************************************** 2.wmTip: 12 COMPETENCIES OF CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP 1. Identifies, articulates, and attempts to follow God's call on his life 2. Coaches and develops leaders--a must for the future 3. Develops and communicates strategies...makes plans for the future 4. Motivates people to become involved...realizes she can't do it all by himself 5. Efficiently mobilizes ministry participants...has good working teams 6. Able to resolve conflict...personal and job-related 7. Identifies and acquires needed resources...keeps abreast and aware 8. Reinforces commitment and success...strives for the best quality 9. Objectively evaluates ministry often...how are things? 10. Intentionally shapes the culture where she is serving...aims for the best 11. Models Christian character and commitment...never a question of character 12. Attracts and maintains an effective team...works hard to keep the best people Source: Barna Research Group, Ltd., Ventura, CA *************ADD GOOD STUFF************** If you have a job announcement or ministry opportunity you want to share with women across the county register it at http://www.womensministry.net/jobs ******************************************** 3. SPEAKER ILLUSTRATION: The Subtle Influence of a Woman Ralph Waldo Emerson and his son struggled and strained trying to wrestle a female calf into the barn. Drenched with sweat, the great sage was on the brink of losing his self-control when a servant girl came by. Smiling sweetly, she thrust a finger into the animal's mouth and, lured by this maternal gesture, the calf peacefully followed the girl into the barn. 4. wmUpdate: Add your wmEvents You can now search for women's ministry events by state, or by special guest speaker(s) or musician(s). Just go to www.womensministry.net/Events to view or submit new events. Tell us what you think. comments@womensministry.net ***************************************** Send us your Press Releases, News, and Ideas Web forms located at: http://www.womensministry.net/InputForms.htm E-mail: ideas@womensministry.net Fax: (405) 273-9336 ***************************************** MISS AN ISSUE? If you miss an issue just visit http://www.womensministry.net/Newsletter/Archives.htm or http://www.egroups.com/list/womensministry-news/ *****************************AD********************************** You can advertise your event, ministry, or book here. Go to: www.womensministry.net/Advertise ******************************************************************* 5. ONE QUESTION SURVEY: EMAIL OR WEB? Attention all Subscribers: Can you take a brief moment to respond to the following poll. We're trying to determine how much content to provide through the email newsletter, and how much content to point you to at our website: www.womensministry.net If you have only email access, send a message to: info@womensministry.net If you have email and web access, send blank message to: info@womensministry.net Of course if you want to send us a message you certainly can. *****************BE PART OF THE SOLUTION************** Don't forget to tell us you "what worked" (or didn't work) at your recent women's event and/or leadership meeting. Submit your brief tip, idea, or lesson learned to ideas@womensministry.net ***************************************************** 6. UPCOMING WOMENS MINISTRY EVENTS (MAY) ~Fri, May 07, 1999 Jennifer Rothschild, Calvary Baptist,Tulsa, OK Ph - (918)838-9967 ~Fri, May 07, 1999 - Sat, May 08, 1999 Patsy Clairmont / Marilyn Meberg /Luci Swindoll /Thelma Wells Outrageous Joy '99 , Kansas City, MO Ph - (888)49-FAITH ~Sun, May 09, 1999 Jennifer Rothschild, Northwest Baptist Church Oklahoma City, OK Ph (405)942-5557 ~Tue, May 11, 1999 Jennifer Rothschild, Heritage Baptist Church, Oklahoma City, OK Ph - (405)720-1449 ~Fri, May 14, 1999 - Sat, May 15, 1999 Nancy Leigh DeMoss / Jennifer Rothschild Sheridan House Family Ministries, Fort Lauderdale, FL Ph - (954)583-1552 ~Fri, May 14, 1999 - Sat, May 15, 1999 Gloria Gaither / Shirley DeNard / Anita Renfroe East Brent Baptist Church , Pensacola, FL Ph 850-477-5812 ~Fri, May 14, 1999 - Sat, May 15, 1999 RockLake, Tyndale College Toronto, ON (905)791-3463 ~Fri, May 21, 1999 One Accord Ministries , Goldsboro, NC (919)580-3167 ~Fri, May 21, 1999 - Sun, May 23, 1999 Delphia Hill-Large Haughville SDA Church , Indianapolis, IN (317) 329-9046. ~Fri, May 28, 1999 - Sun, May 30, 1999 Iona Locke / Kaye Stramler / Sederia Butler-Williams (313)381-0569 For more information on each event, or to submit your Event information, go to http://www.womensministry.net/Events 7. wm Q&A: ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE RESPONSE In our last issue, Sarah asked: Can anyone tell us your typical organizational structure for your women's ministry team. Specifically, how many do you have on your leadership team, what are their titles, and what are their responsibilities? We appreciate Jean Kester, Betty Richardson, Debbie Stuart, and Kate for their responses. See the full response at www.womensministry.net/q&a/structure.htm Each response provides helpful tips on organizing an effective women's ministry. Organizing your ministry under the leadership of two co-directors who oversee various ministry groups such as outreach, spiritual growth, fellowship, etc. have been successful. Debbie Stuart replies: We have 13 team members, this was based on the needs of Women's Ministry at my church. I am the director and there are 2 co-captains. (We function like a baseball team) The team is divided in half with each co-captain taking 6 members to be responsible for. The positions on the team are: Prayer Coordinator - prayer calendars, missions emphasis, prayer retreats/nights, etc. Care Coordinator - emergency/special needs advisor, personal contacts, visits, etc. Communication Coordinator - newsletter, announcements, flyers, tent cards, bookmarks Hospitality/Decorating Coordinator - self explanatory Publicity Coordinator - bulletin board, pictures, W.M. table in foyer, drama Special Events Coordinator - plans special ministry events for women Outreach Coordinator - assures events are seeker friendly, community projects, etc. Evangelism Coordinator - oversees witnessing training and opportunities Heart to Heart Coordinator - oversees Heart to Heart Program Each coordinator is responsible for forming their own small team to accomplish responsibilities as well as mentor for possibly replacing them on the leadership team when that time comes. All job descriptions include: actively participating in discipleship and bible study, be a woman of integrity and godly conduct. For more detailed descriptions, send requests to djs0512@prysm.net I'll be happy to mail them to you! See the responses from others at www.womensministry.net/q&a/structure.htm Remember: When you have a question that relates to women's ministry, send it to us. We'll post it in our newsletter and then share the responses in the next issue. Have a question you'd like our subscribers to respond to? Send it to comments@womensministry.net . 8. What Works for Us The most recent event at Willow Point was the Daughter's Tea. (We call it that instead of Mother/ Daughter Tea because not every woman is a mother, or has a mother or has a daughter, HOWEVER... every woman is a daughter! One afternoon as I was talking to the Lord about the tea. He put a very heavy prayer burden on my heart for this event. Not understanding exactly what the urgency was or what to expect, I immediately considered how I could include, not only the Leadership Team, but other women to be in prayer for that day. As the Lord does from time to time, He put together words that rhyme. I typed them out on a 4x5 piece of parchment paper with a small flavored tea bag attached at the bottom with a bow, and a magnet on the back. I asked the team to take it, put it on the refrigerator and pray for the Tea every time they saw it. They also took one and gave it to a prayer warrior who would also pray. These are the words from the Lord that day, you are welcome to use them, change them, share them, I hope they help... The Father's Tea This simple bag of flavored tea, serves as a reminder for you and me to earnestly prepare for our Daughter's Tea through special prayer on bended knee. His plan, it's true we can not see, by faith in our hearts we will believe His presence is with us on our journey, His plan and purpose is our destiny. The Lord can use this "Daughter's Tea" to usher women into His company, and bring to hearts such serenity and change our lives for all eternity! It will all be over eventually, then we can rest so peacefully, with eyes fixed toward the heavenlies we'll sit with the Father and have some tea! After it was over each woman was encouraged to take their tea bag and have tea with the Father and thank Him for His presence and blessing that day. It had a tremendous effect and lasting results! Submitted by Debbie Stuart, Women's Ministry Director at Willow Point Baptist Church in Shreveport, LA. Contact info: djs0512@prysm.net 9. 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