Sue Raia Director of Women's Ministries

Dear Women of Grace,

Where has 2008 gone??  It’s hard for me to believe that we are already moving into a new year and approaching the end of the decade.  It seems just like yesterday that I was filling water bottles for Y2K!!  More and more I see the reality of “the span of my years is as nothing before you” ( Psalm39:5).  I pray that even as the seasons and years fly by you have filled your hours with that which has drawn you closer to Him and to those He has placed beside you in this journey. 

As you look over the offerings for the first quarter of 2009 below, please know how eager we are to have you join in the excitement of new discoveries in His word, the wonderful satisfaction of service in His world and the joy of fellowship with His people.  Whether you’ve been at Grace Church for years or you’ve just arrived, we’re waiting to greet you the offerings of this New Year.

Register online at www.atgrace.com/registrations or by calling Sharon at 952-224-3021

True Woman DVD Mini-Conference 
Saturday, Feb. 21, 2009 8:30 am to 3:30 pm  (THIS IS THE CORRECT DATE.)
Room M211/212
Cost: $20 includes lunch and snacks
Be challenged and inspired to embrace God’s design for your life. Speakers include Nancy Leigh DeMoss, Mary Kassian, Karen Loritts, and Janet Parshall. Each DVD session will be followed by discussion groups focused on applying biblical truths.

Women’s Prayer Summit – Waiting for the Lord
Thursday-Saturday, March 12-14, 2009
At The Lodge at Crooked Lake, Siren, WI
Cost: Will range from $95 for quad occupancy
“I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in His word I put my hope.” Psalm 130:5
Join women of faith for three days set aside to hear from God. There are no speakers or workshops but worship, Scripture reading and prayer are abundant. The Lodge at Crooked Lake in Siren, Wisconsin is the perfect place to be refreshed in mind, body and spirit. Look for registration information in January.

Heart to Heart
Join other women in intentionally ministering to the needs of women on the mission field. This new ministry will help unite us in serving those who serve the Lord across the street and around the world.  For information:  Call Sue at 952-224-3118 

Home Organization Class: "Getting it Together: Managing Your Time and Home"
Thursdays, Jan 15 – Feb. 26, 6:30 – 8:30 pm - Room M211
Cost $30
Discover the joy of accomplishing goals, doing what is important, and having time to enjoy it all! Local speaker Bonnie Axelson will cover topics such as Goal Setting, Wardrobe, Paperwork, and Menu Planning.

Monday Evening
Esther: It’s Tough Being a Woman (Beth Moore video teaching)
Jan 26 – Apr 20, 6:30-8:30 pm
Room M152 – Guest Reception Room
Cost $25
If you’ve ever felt inadequate, threatened, or pushed into situations that seem overpowering, this is the study for you. In God’s Word we’ll find answers for our harried lives.

Tuesday Morning
Jan 13 – May 5, 9:30-11:30 am.   All begin in Choir Room for worship except Precepts. Childcare provided.

1 Thessalonians – Mentoring God’s Way (Precept Upon Precept) – Kary Arthur Video Teaching
Dig into the Word and learn the principles of exemplary Christian living, understand spiritual warfare, and finally, the rapture of the Church-God’s ultimate rescue.

A Study of Galatians (Live Teaching – Jennie Coughlin)
The Galatians were struggling with seeking God through their own efforts. Join the study of what it means to be saved by grace alone.

A Woman’s Heart: God’s Dwelling Place (Beth Moore Video Teaching)
New women are welcome to join this study that began in the fall. Discover why God chose to dwell in an earthly tabernacle, and what it means for your life today.
      Newcomers’ Group for Beth Moore Study
      This is a special discussion group for those who are new to the area. Please specify your interest when registering. 

Longing for a Child
Every other Thursday, Jan 8 – Apr 16, 6:45-8:30 pm
Cost $15
Support and encouragement for women encountering the painful issues of infertility. Join us for an eight-week book study of Hannah’s Hope by Jennifer Saake, as we seek God’s comfort and plans for our lives.

Moms of Kids with Special Needs (Barnabas Moms)
Jan 13 – Apr 29
Every other Tuesday 6:30-8:30 pm Room M211
Every other Wednesday 9:30-11:30 Room M150
Are you tired of worrying about all the “what-ifs” in your life? Join us as we explore Calm My Anxious Heart by Linda Dillow. This book and Bible study will help you discover what the Bible says about contentment and ways to apply it to your life.

Titus 2 Discipleship
There are several opportunities for younger women to learn from the wisdom and experience of older women and to connect in godly fellowship and spiritual growth. Applications for mentors and mentees are available at www.atgrace.com.

Comrades at Yarns
Tuesdays, Jan 6-May 19, 1:00-3:00 pm Room M210
Cost $5
Bring your own projects to knit or crochet, and give others help and encouragement both with crafts and with life. We also do charitable crafting. Sorry, no childcare.

Refuel – A Gathering of Marketplace Women
Every other Thursday, Jan. 15- May 28, 7:00-8:30 pm Room M209
Cost $20
Be encouraged to model Christ in your workplace while enjoying fun fellowship with other Christian workplace women. We’ll study and discuss Empowering Conflict Management.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)
Two Thursdays a month, Jan 22-May 14, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Room M211/212
Cost $30 registration fee + $35 for the semester
MOPS is about celebrating motherhood, meeting needs, making connections, and experiencing God’s love. Meetings include speakers, crafts, food, and fellowship in small mom-to-mom groups. Childcare Is provided in our MOPPETS program. Scholarships are available.

Moms of Kids with Diabetes
Thursdays, Jan. 22, Feb 5, Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16
9:300-11:15 am Room M345, Cost $10
As you study God’s Love: Knowing God Thru the Psalms, you will be encouraged in fellowship and prayer with other moms who are traveling the same road to trust God who loves your child – and you – with an everlasting love.

Homeschool Moms
Tuesdays, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, 7:00-9:00 pm Room M209
A time for mothers who are currently (or are considering) home schooling to take a break from their students and meet with other like-minded women. Monthly meetings equip and encourage through speakers on specially-chosen topics.

Titus 2 Mentor Mornings – Discipleship Groups – No Cost
There are opportunities for younger women to learn from the wisdom and experience of older women and to connect in godly fellowship. Applications for mentors and mentees are available at www.atgrace.com.  For more information contact Anne at 952-492-5740 or anne@scottneubauer.com.

Titus 2 – A Woman After God’s Own Heart Book Study
Cost: $15
A book study exploring how to grow in God’s design for you as a wife, mother, homemaker, and servant of Christ.  For more information contact Anne at 952-492-5740 or anne@scottneubauer.com.

Thanks for taking the time to look over these opportunities.  We look forward to seeing you in 2009.

New Year Blessings,