8 Steps for a Dynamic Women's Ministry
Frankie Sherman
The goal of any ministry is to make a significant difference in the lives of those you are trying to reach. So how do you get there? Here are eight steps to help you have a dynamic women's ministry.
- Prayer -
Begin with prayer. God's word says when you seek Me with all of your heart you will find Me. Pray for direction on how to begin the ministry, the steps to take, and who would be the best to serve on your team.
- People -
When Jesus began His earthly ministry, one of the first things He did was to select His team (the disciples). Ask God to show you four or five women who are spiritually mature, have varied skills, and a desire to help women grow spiritually.
- Purpose -
Define the purpose of your ministry. The disciples were all unique and gifted in different areas, but they had a common objective - to build the kingdom of God. It is essential you and your team define and understand the purpose of your ministry.
To help you define your purpose, identify the needs of women in your church or community, and then decide how to best meet those needs. The two greatest needs for women are to be evangelized and discipled. The third most important need is to feel connected. We like to socialize, laugh, and share. Meet their needs by providing events, Bible studies or support groups where women can connect and feel encouraged in their faith.
- Plan -
Plan how to minister and reach women for Christ. Start small! Try not to over commit and make promises you cannot keep. Select areas to get your ministry established.
- Paper -
To keep everyone on target, write down your goals. If you are blessed with a detail-oriented person, have her keep notes. Realizing how important communication is, design a flyer or handout with your purpose, mission statement, activities, and programs for your women's ministry. Send information to your church website, and other media outlets like Facebook.
- Prepare -
It is important the ministry is organized and prepared. Ministering to women is a high calling and big responsibility. Excellent materials are available to assist you. Invest in workshops and books. Chris Adams of LifeWay Christian Resources is an excellent resource with books, workshops and seminars. Let womensministry.net be your go to source. Check out the free eNewsletter offering tips, ideas and encouragement.
- Present -
Invite everyone to a kickoff event, dinner or dessert fellowship.
- Present your ministry team, your plans, and your purpose for this ministry.
- Have someone on your team share a short inspirational talk on the importance and strength of women being together.
- Make the event exciting and upbeat. Door prizes are fun too.
- Provide a handout with dates, and locations of upcoming events.
- Collect everyone's name, phone number and email address. Even if you have to offer a door prize to get this information, it's worth it.
- Personal Touch -
Women's ministry requires a personal touch. From the kickoff event, divide collected names among your team and do follow-up calls, reminding them of upcoming events and seeking prayer requests. A personal touch can be meaningful, for both you and them. Keep conversations brief and resist the temptation to gossip.
Finally, remember prayer is vital to the success of any ministry. Seek God with each detail and you can be confident He will complete the good work He is doing in and through you.
Question: How will you use these steps to help your ministry grow?
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Funny lady Frankie Sherman is a national speaker, author, and Bible teacher for conferences, retreats, and women's events. She fell in love with Jesus at Vacation Bible School, and takes every opportunity to tell others about the joy of being alive in Christ. Her Bible Study, "Why We Need Girlfriends", is based on the friendship of Mary and Elizabeth. Check out her blog too!
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