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 Click here for a link to the Leader Development page on the national LMWL website.
Click here for a link to the Leader Development page on the national LMWL website.
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What is needed to develop relationships?
a) Two or more people
b) Care and concern one to the other
c) Sharing of information
d) Listening ears and hearts
e) Time
Our Lord Jesus set the perfect example as he walked on earth. From the time he summoned his disciples, to healing Simon’s mother-in-law, to dining with Levi the tax collector; Jesus cared enough to be involved in their day-to-day happenings. He met them where they lived.
Remember the Samaritan woman at the well? Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman is quite different. The disciples are surprised to see Him talking with her because she is a woman. There may be a race issue here, but there is also a gender issue. The Jews were inclined to hold a very demeaning view of women. The disciples seem to embrace this view. They cannot fathom why Jesus would be “wasting His time” talking to a woman. The Jews were inclined to look down upon women classified as “loose women,” which indeed she was. On the other hand, she was certainly no more guilty than the men with whom she committed sexual immorality. In John chapter 8 only the woman is accused before our Lord. The couple was caught in the very act of adultery (8:4), and yet only the woman was apprehended and brought to Jesus. Why was the man not brought before our Lord as well? There was obviously a double standard—one for men, and another for women. With this background in mind, let us consider the process by which the woman at the well is brought to faith in Jesus as the Messiah. Each interchange brings her closer to faith. The conversation moves from literal drinking water to the spiritual “water” of salvation. Her grasp of who Jesus is continues to grow, until she eventually trusts in Him as the Messiah.
Did Jesus use his knowledge of the Samaritan woman’s life against her? Did he shun the woman as was the custom of the day? NO! He took time to see her as the lost soul she was, worthy of nothing on her own but rather just a lost lamb in need of direction.
The 2011 Spring Share Shops revealed many avenues for building bridges of relational value. This listing is just a start.
- Pray for each other
- Make special invitations for new women members of the congregation
- Send care boxes to college students from the congregation and why not invite the mothers to help in the project
- Prepare and deliver boxes of home baked goods for shut-ins
- Visit a nursing home once a month and invite the Sunday school children to sing, building relationships with the residents as well as the children
- Organize Prayer Partners for the confirmation class, remembering them throughout the year in prayer and with notes of encouragement
- Survey ladies of the congregation to see what would be a favorable time for them to join you in Bible study, and what topics would be appreciated
- Provide rides when needed
- Focus on similarities not differences
May we all remember how God reached out to us at our baptism, claiming us as His children and providing His Holy Spirit to guide us. May we reach out with that love provided by God as we build Christ-like relationships.
May 2011, Barb Kaun
Leader Development
What is needed to develop relationships?
a) Two or more people
b) Care and concern one to the other
c) Sharing of information
d) Listening ears and hearts
e) Time
Our Lord Jesus set the perfect example as he walked on earth. From the time he summoned his disciples, to healing Simon’s mother-in-law, to dining with Levi the tax collector; Jesus cared enough to be involved in their day-to-day happenings. He met them where they lived.
Remember the Samaritan woman at the well? Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman is quite different. The disciples are surprised to see Him talking with her because she is a woman. There may be a race issue here, but there is also a gender issue. The Jews were inclined to hold a very demeaning view of women. The disciples seem to embrace this view. They cannot fathom why Jesus would be “wasting His time” talking to a woman. The Jews were inclined to look down upon women classified as “loose women,” which indeed she was. On the other hand, she was certainly no more guilty than the men with whom she committed sexual immorality. In John chapter 8 only the woman is accused before our Lord. The couple was caught in the very act of adultery (8:4), and yet only the woman was apprehended and brought to Jesus. Why was the man not brought before our Lord as well? There was obviously a double standard—one for men, and another for women. With this background in mind, let us consider the process by which the woman at the well is brought to faith in Jesus as the Messiah. Each interchange brings her closer to faith. The conversation moves from literal drinking water to the spiritual “water” of salvation. Her grasp of who Jesus is continues to grow, until she eventually trusts in Him as the Messiah.
Did Jesus use his knowledge of the Samaritan woman’s life against her? Did he shun the woman as was the custom of the day? NO! He took time to see her as the lost soul she was, worthy of nothing on her own but rather just a lost lamb in need of direction.
The 2011 Spring Share Shops revealed many avenues for building bridges of relational value. This listing is just a start.
- Pray for each other
- Make special invitations for new women members of the congregation
- Send care boxes to college students from the congregation and why not invite the mothers to help in the project
- Prepare and deliver boxes of home baked goods for shut-ins
- Visit a nursing home once a month and invite the Sunday school children to sing, building relationships with the residents as well as the children
- Organize Prayer Partners for the confirmation class, remembering them throughout the year in prayer and with notes of encouragement
- Survey ladies of the congregation to see what would be a favorable time for them to join you in Bible study, and what topics would be appreciated
- Provide rides when needed
- Focus on similarities not differences
May we all remember how God reached out to us at our baptism, claiming us as His children and providing His Holy Spirit to guide us. May we reach out with that love provided by God as we build Christ-like relationships.
May 2011, Barb Kaun
Leader Development
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Leader Development...Developing Leaders
From the LWML Leader Development Committee ...
It’s the season for track meets – races, long jump, high jump, shot put and relays. Do you remember the most important part of the relay races? Yep … the hand-off! Races can be won or lost depending on the success of that maneuver.
This is also the time of year many leader positions have a hand-off. To help make it a successful one check out the Leader Development resource “Passing the Baton,” available as a free download. It has practical transition tips for outgoing leaders, and on page two you will find “Accepting the Baton” with – you guessed it – practical tips for the incoming leader. We pray this equips you for a successful hand-off and victory to your team!
Leader Development...Developing Leaders
From the LWML Leader Development Committee ...
It’s the season for track meets – races, long jump, high jump, shot put and relays. Do you remember the most important part of the relay races? Yep … the hand-off! Races can be won or lost depending on the success of that maneuver.
This is also the time of year many leader positions have a hand-off. To help make it a successful one check out the Leader Development resource “Passing the Baton,” available as a free download. It has practical transition tips for outgoing leaders, and on page two you will find “Accepting the Baton” with – you guessed it – practical tips for the incoming leader. We pray this equips you for a successful hand-off and victory to your team!
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As flowers start to emerge from the mud in our gardens let us compare how we develop to be beauties nourished by Our Lord, blooming where He has planted us to do His service.
Click here: Personal Development - Are you all wrapped up in beautiful paper with ribbons and all the trimmings to match? What is inside that beautifully wrapped gift?
As flowers start to emerge from the mud in our gardens let us compare how we develop to be beauties nourished by Our Lord, blooming where He has planted us to do His service.
Click here: Personal Development - Are you all wrapped up in beautiful paper with ribbons and all the trimmings to match? What is inside that beautifully wrapped gift?
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Our President, Jan Dankwardt, has assembled some fresh ideas to employ as we progress toward our mite goals. Follow this link for suggestions that can get your entire congregation involved or be used for your personal giving.
Our President, Jan Dankwardt, has assembled some fresh ideas to employ as we progress toward our mite goals. Follow this link for suggestions that can get your entire congregation involved or be used for your personal giving.
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Faith Talk© is an outreach training program designed to equip us so that we will be compelled to share the gospel, pray  for and recognize opportunities to do so, and then confidently live and speak our faith. It is available in our SWD to borrow from Janet Steinhaus. More Information.
Faith Talk© is an outreach training program designed to equip us so that we will be compelled to share the gospel, pray for and recognize opportunities to do so, and then confidently live and speak our faith. It is available in our SWD to borrow from Janet Steinhaus. More Information.
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"A Dozen "Bees"
(Characteristics of a Dynamic LWML Society)
Click here for a colorful downloadable version of the poster.
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Be in Word and Prayer |
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Be a survey taker of the ladies in your congregation. |
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Be diverse and creative in your structure and programming (Be flexible!). |
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Be a "job divider"—break jobs into small components (Be organized!). |
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Be in the habit of separating business meetings from events. |
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Be sure each event has a spiritual aspect. |
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Be adept at one-on-one PR. |
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Begin and end events and meetings on time. |
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Be a delegator and mentor. |
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Be in communication with members, zone and district. |
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Be plugged into zone, district and national events. |
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Be in the WORD and PRAYER. (So important that it BEars repeating!) |
A few more:
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Be in contact with an MMV Consultant; she will work with you to develop innovative, exciting programming and a flexible structure!
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Be on the lookout for ways to continually rejuvenate your society, thus encouraging all of your congregation’s women to participate!
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Be sure to exchange your good ideas with other groups!
"A Dozen "Bees"
(Characteristics of a Dynamic LWML Society)
Click here for a colorful downloadable version of the poster.
| 1. |
Be in Word and Prayer |
| 2. |
Be a survey taker of the ladies in your congregation. |
| 3. |
Be diverse and creative in your structure and programming (Be flexible!). |
| 4. |
Be a "job divider"—break jobs into small components (Be organized!). |
| 5. |
Be in the habit of separating business meetings from events. |
| 6. |
Be sure each event has a spiritual aspect. |
| 7. |
Be adept at one-on-one PR. |
| 8. |
Begin and end events and meetings on time. |
| 9. |
Be a delegator and mentor. |
| 10. |
Be in communication with members, zone and district. |
| 11. |
Be plugged into zone, district and national events. |
| 12. |
Be in the WORD and PRAYER. (So important that it BEars repeating!) |
A few more:
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Be in contact with an MMV Consultant; she will work with you to develop innovative, exciting programming and a flexible structure!
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Be on the lookout for ways to continually rejuvenate your society, thus encouraging all of your congregation’s women to participate!
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Be sure to exchange your good ideas with other groups!
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Want to...
Rejuvenate Your Society?
Strengthen Your Zone?
We are here to help!
If your society needs renewal, rejuvenation or ideas, contact the MMV of your choice on the list below. If she is unable to help you, she will connect you with another MMV who can.
Zone Officers:
If your zone is having difficulty, or you need ideas for upbeat rallies, a full slate of officer candidates, contact: Patty Silah, our zone consultant, who will happily work with you.
All of us will do everything we possibly can to set you on a NEW and EXCITING path to do the Lord's work!
There is no charge to your society or zone for consultant services,
but a donation to the District Administration Fund
is always appreciated.
Want to...
Rejuvenate Your Society?
Strengthen Your Zone?
We are here to help!
If your society needs renewal, rejuvenation or ideas, contact the MMV of your choice on the list below. If she is unable to help you, she will connect you with another MMV who can.
Zone Officers:
If your zone is having difficulty, or you need ideas for upbeat rallies, a full slate of officer candidates, contact: Patty Silah, our zone consultant, who will happily work with you.
All of us will do everything we possibly can to set you on a NEW and EXCITING path to do the Lord's work!
There is no charge to your society or zone for consultant services,
but a donation to the District Administration Fund
is always appreciated.
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