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Women in God’s Word
Anticipated openings: All studies are open
Monday
Living Beyond Yourself...Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit (a Beth Moore study)
Facilitator: Lyn Nash, lnash@comcast.net
Mondays, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM, beginning September 10th
Description: This in-depth study is a powerful resource that will equip believers to come to know the freedom of a life filled with peace, joy, gentleness, and other positive characteristics (Gal 5:22 -23). By encouraging participants to develop and maintain an intimate relationship with the Spirit of God, this study will help them to nurture and cultivate the fruit of the Spirit in their daily lives.
11 week study. Book Cost : $18.00
Book of Daniel
Facilitator: Anne Orr.879-5469 or orrglehillfarm@yahoo.com
Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., beginning September 10th
It is fine to join in this study at any point. Please bring your Bible to each session, as we will be studying the Book of Daniel. Intriguing questions for further study and discussion.
11 week study. No book to purchase.
Growth - by John Ortberg, Judson Poling, Laurie Pederson
Facilitator: Gretchen Kelly, 372-9432, gskelly@quixnet.net
Mondays, 6:30-8:00 p.m., beginning September 17th
Through personal study and small group interaction, this study sets you on a path to live out the character of Jesus in this world as only you can.It happens not by trying hard, but by training.Through scripture meditation, prayer, solitude, endurance, loving others, you'll discover the joy and freedom of being transformed by Christ
7 week study. Book Cost: $8.99
Tuesday
Experiencing the Heart of Jesus
Facilitator: Cathy Pease, catpease@hotmail.com
2nd Tuesdays each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., beginning September 11th
Do you have a basic understanding of Christ, but long for a deeper experience of Him?If so, you will love Experiencing the Heart of Jesus by Max Lucado. Through clear biblical teaching as well as his engaging stories, Max will help you not only understand, but taste, touch and see the freedom, grace and joy that Christ provides. The workbook is designed to be a unique approach to bringing people closer to the very heart and soul of Jesus, and to help them havemore intimate knowledge of how His gospel flows through His relationship with us, and our relationships with others. This book explores the beautiful human qualities of Jesus that we emulate in order to find peace in the midst of chaos. Take this opportunity to explore and experience the indescribable riches of Christ's love.
Book Cost: $13.00
Wednesday
Why God Accepts Us, In Spite of Ourselves
Facilitator: Jane Harrocks, 879-4005.
Wednesdays, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM., beginning September 12th
An inductive Bible study of Paul's letter to the Galatians. You will be encouraged and challenged, as you join other women in discovering God's truths, using a discussion format. We will tackle such questions as:The Law vs. Faith, Freedom in Christ and Life by the Spirit. Newcomers are always welcome to join.
Books are $6 and payments are to be made at the signup table.
Thursday
Running Nowhere in Every Direction
Facilitator: Vera Schoolcraft 879-6128 vera@schoolcraftappraisals.com
Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., beginning September 27th
This refreshing study encourages women to join together to listen to God speak to themin the midst of life's everyday stresses, so they can stop running nowhere and start walking somewhere with God.
8 week study.Book Cost: $7.50.
Women for Missions
Contact: Carole Richards 482-3114
Anticipated Openings: We are always open
We meet the second Tuesday of every month at 7 pm
We meet at church or at times in members homes.
Description: We are organized to support missionaries and worldwide ministries through special projects, finances and prayer.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)
Contact: Tracy Centracchio 879-1170
Anticipated Openings: We are always open
Meets weekly from Sept through May with three groups to choose from: Tuesdays: 8:45-11:00 AM; Tuesday s: 6:45-9:00 PM and Wednesdays: 8:45-11:00 AM at Essex Alliance Church in the Fellowship Hall
Description: MOPS provides an open, caring and accepting atmosphere where women of pre-school aged children can connect with like moms to learn, share in the joys and challenges of being a mom, and experience God's love through relationships.While our children are cared for in the MOPPETS program, we moms enjoy a time of welcome & refreshments, are inspired by a guest speaker (topics typically relate to parenting), share a time of small group discussion and a creative activity.
Cost: $20.00 registration fee to join MOPS and dues of $6.00 per meeting to cover the cost of materials, craft & the MOPPETS program. Your first meeting is free.