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The
purpose of the Auburn Church of Christ Women's Ministry
is to provide opportunities for the women of the congregation,
both residents and students, which will strengthen
our relationships with each other as well as provide
avenues of outreach and service. The Women's Ministry
steering committee meets quarterly to review the work
of the areas of ministry described below. Each woman
in the congregation is encouraged to find an area
she can be actively involved in; and to be aware of
other opportunities that she may wish to initiate.
SPIRITUAL
Overnight
Retreat
Usually held on a weekend during April, this
retreat provides a time for fellowship, praise
and worship, and spiritual edification and renewal.
Speakers have been from both within our congregation
and from outside. The retreat provides an excellent
opportunity to renew our love for God and for
each other.
Bible
Classes
Regular Women's Bible class is held every Tuesday
morning at 9:30 a.m. at the south end of the
building. Childcare is provided. Topics and
teachers vary.
Occasionally, other Bible studies include, but are not limited to, a weekly
study using Beth Moore workbooks and videos.
Prayer
Groups
Caring
Sisters (contact
Fern Gudauskas)
This area of sharing and encouragement shows our support for every woman, student
or resident, who makes a public response. The response may be to place membership,
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FELLOWSHIP
Time
Out
These events are scheduled at various times
throughout the year and include: game nights,
a Wear Something Red Christmas Tea hosted by
the college girls, spa night, book clubs, area
trips, movie nights, young moms' programs, and
a special fellowship time honoring women who
have placed membership at the congregation in
the past year. Other Time Out activities do
not need to be organized by the steering committee,
but can be initiated by other women of the congregation.
Baby and Wedding Showers (contact
Robyn Little)
These showers are provided for residents or the children of residents.
Wishing Well Shower (contact Mary Brinkerhoff)
With a large college student population at our congregation, the number of
wedding showers can be overwhelming. This special wedding shower/reception
provides an opportunity for the congregation to honor several couples at a
time.
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OUTREACH/EVANGELISM
Welcome
Baskets
Welcome Baskets are a way to welcome new members
and frequent visitors to our congregation as
well as new neighbors in our community. As names
are received from the church office, a volunteer
delivers one of the women's ministry cookbooks,
a church directory, and a homemade baked item
to the family.
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SERVICE
Kitchen
Maintenance
Meals
for New Moms
Meals
for the Sick
Meals
for Bereaved Families
Washing
and Maintenance of Baptismal Garments |
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| COMMUNICATION
Bulletin
Board
Bless
Your Heart newsletter
This monthly e-mail newsletter began
April 2005 and is sent to all women of
the congregation. If you do not have e-mail,
a printed version can be mailed to you
at your request. Involvement forms |
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