2020 Winter Women’s Bible Studies
We invite you to join one of our Women’s studies!
Register Here for Bible Studies
1st & 3rd Saturdays: Beginning February 15 at 10:00 am
The Village: weekend study for moms
If you are a working mom, we want to build community with you! This new study is for moms of young children looking for a place to pursue God and support one another. The Village will meet on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, from 10am-11:30am, in Joy Shantz’s home in south Lansing. All moms are welcome, with childcare available for infants through preschool age children. We will begin by studying “In His Image” by Jen Wilkin. Through this book we will look at 10 qualities of who God is — holy, loving, just, good, merciful, gracious, faithful, patient, truthful and wise — and discuss what it looks like to live out these qualities in our own homes, workplaces, and communities. Book: $10. Register Here
Tuesdays: January 13 – March 31 at 9:00 am
Refresh: for mothers of infant and preschool age children.
James: Genuine Faith- by Jen Wilkin – Genuine Faith perseveres in Trial, Resists and Flees Temptation, Is Actively Obedient to the Word, Does not Discriminate, Bears Fruit of Good Works, Chooses Words with Care, Godly Wisdom, Speaks with Integrity, and are Engraved with His Name. Facilitated by Tami Harrison, Commons Area, childcare is available for infant-preschool age children. Workbook and childcare $25.00. Register Here
Tuesdays: January 28 – March 17 at 12:00 pm
Numbers – Precept Upon Precept Inductive Studies. When the Israelites cried out to God, He raised up Moses to bring them out of slavery and into the Promised Land. But the people rebelled and suffered the terrible consequence of wandering in a wilderness. Are you following the Lord to the place He wants you to be? Facilitated by Pat Schaible, Marilyn Wagner and Jan Zanetti Room 201. Workbooks: $16.00 Register Here
Tuesdays: January 13 – February 25 at 12:30 pm
The Quest – Beth Moore.There Is No Quest Without Questions. The crooked punctuation mark at the end of a sentence speaks of curiosity, interest, and perhaps doubt. A question is an invitation to vulnerability, to intimacy. The Bible does not shy away from such an invite. Over and over we see the people of God asking questions of their Creator. We also see the God of the universe asking questions of His creation. This six-week study uses Scripture to lead you into intimacy with the One who knows you best. Learn to dig into the Word, to respond to the questions of God, and to bring your questions before Him. Facilitated by Darla Daugherty, Fireside Room. Workbook $15.00. Register Here
Wednesdays: January 8 – March 11 at 6:30 pm
Something Needs to Change – by David Platt. Gain a sense of calling and purpose by considering ways God can use you to meet physical and spiritual needs. Observe Jesus’ response to urgent need throughout the Gospel of Luke. Refuse to stand idly by while people perish without hearing the gospel. Identify ways God may be calling you to pray, go, and give for the sake of His glory among the nations. Discover concrete action steps for getting involved in God’s mission. And see the sights and sounds of the Himalayas through video teaching filmed on location. Facilitated by Kim Dalman, Fireside Room. Workbook $15.00. Register Here
Wednesdays: February 5 – April 22
BETTER: A study of Hebrews – Jen Wilkin. In this 10-session, verse-by-verse study of the Book of Hebrews, we will explore how God “provided something better for us” in the person of Jesus Christ (Heb. 11:40). Through stories of Old Testament heroes and practices, the author of Hebrews demonstrates how the new covenant is superior to the old and how Jesus Christ is the fulfillment of every promise. Explore familiar verses in context of the entire Bible, learning how to place your hope and faith in Christ alone. Facilitated by Dawna Kilgore, Rm. 201, Workbook $14.00. Register Here
Thursdays: Beginning January 16 – February 27 at 12:00 pm
Jonah – by Priscilla Shirer. Interruptions. They’re aggravating. Sometimes infuriating. But how we handle interruptions actually tells us more about ourselves. What do we do when God interrupts our lives? Many times, like Jonah, we run! Priscilla redefines interruption and shows that interruption is actually God’s invitation to do something beyond our wildest dreams. When Jonah was willing to allow God to interrupt his life, the result was revival in an entire city. Facilitated by Pat Cannon, Fireside Room. Listening guide $15.00. Register Here
Thursdays: Beginning January 16 – March 27 at 6:30 pm
Better: A study of Hebrews – Jen Wilkin. In this 10-session, verse-by-verse study of the Book of Hebrews, we will explore how God “provided something better for us” in the person of Jesus Christ (Heb. 11:40). Through stories of Old Testament heroes and practices, the author of Hebrews demonstrates how the new covenant is superior to the old and how Jesus Christ is the fulfillment of every promise. Explore familiar verses in context of the entire Bible, learning how to place your hope and faith in Christ alone. Facilitated by Becky Phillips, Eileen Ellis and Susan Delp, Board Room. Study guide $14.00. Register Here
Sundays: Armor of God January 5 – March 15 at 11:00 am
God’s Potpourri – A class for women who are single, widows, or spiritually single. Armor of God – by Priscilla Shirer. This study continues from the fall session but you are welcome to join at any time. All day, every day, an invisible war rages around you — unseen, unheard, yet felt throughout every aspect of your life. A devoted, devilish enemy seeks to wreak havoc on everything that matters to you: your heart, your mind, your marriage, your children, your relationships, your resilience, your dreams, your destiny. But his battle plan depends on catching you unaware and unarmed. If you’re tired of being pushed around and caught with your guard down, this study is for you. The enemy always fails miserably when he meets a woman dressed for the occasion. The Armor of God, more than merely a biblical description of the believer’s inventory, is an action plan for putting it on and developing a personalized strategy to secure victory. Facilitated by Carol Senard, Board Room. Register Here
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February 7-8, 2020 – ENTRUSTED Women’s Training Network *Detroit
2 Timothy reminds us that we have been entrusted with a message to proclaim and a gift to steward. We hope you can attend the Women’s Training Network event to hear from 2 Timothy and be further equipped to pass on what has been entrusted to us. Saturday lunch is included in your registration fee. When registering, you will select the track you’d like to attend. Registration and arrangements should be made directly with the Entrusted website. To see a basic schedule and learn more, you can visit their webpage.
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March 17, 2020 – CREATE a PLATE Night
Cabin fever getting the best of you?
You are invited to join us on, Tuesday, March 17 at 7:00 pm to ‘create-A-plate’ during a fun ladies night for ages 13 and up. Pre-registration is needed to order supplies ($5).
What can you expect? Enjoy shamrock shakes and cookies as we all design a “Giving Plate” using paint markers. You will be encouraged to take your plate home and fill it up with yummy treats to begin its journey of blessing to others. The journey of a giving plate never ends. It moves from house to house blessing everyone in its path – from friend to neighbor, parent to teacher, church member to pastor, and so on and so on. And each simple exchange warms hearts with the expression of genuine kindness, love and gratitude.
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April 20 & 21, 2020 – The MOVE Conference *Trinity Church
The MOVE Conference is designed to GATHER women from all walks of life, socioeconomic class, race, and spiritual maturity, to GROW in our knowledge of God’s word and His desire for us, so that we can GO into all of Lansing, the surrounding cities, our state, our country and world proclaiming our Great God!
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peaker this year is highly recommended and we hope you will be able to participate in this conference at Trinity Church. Jackie Hill-Perry is a writer, speaker, and artist whose work has been featured on The Washington Times, The 700 Club, Desiring God, The Gospel Coalition and other publications. Since coming to know Christ at the age of 19, Jackie has been compelled to share the light of gospel truth through teaching, writing, poetry, and music as authentically as she can.. She is signed to Humble Beast Records and released her debut album “The Art of Joy” in 2014 and her latest album ‘crescendo’ in 2018. At home, she is known as wife to Preston and mommy to Eden and autumn. REGISTRATION LINK
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September 10, 2020 – UNEXPECTED Fall Event
This annual event always has some fun and unexpected twists and as usual if we told you what we have planned, it would no longer be unexpected. What you can expect is a lot of fun getting to know one another, snacks and some spectacular surprises scattered throughout the evening. Cost: TBD Time: 6:30pm
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Tuesday, December 8, 2020 – VISIONS OF CHRISTMAS
5:30
pm – The Children’s Wing Doors will be unlocked and opened for the Annual Table Tour. Enjoy the beautiful decorations on each table as you stroll through the Chapel and Gathering areas.
No seating at tables will be permitted until 6:30 pm so walkways are clear for touring and people can photograph the tables. If you have issues standing, please return to the concourse area where seating will be available until 6:30 pm.
Prayerfully consider who you can invite to this outreach event!
We encourage you to be intentional about bringing guests
who need to be transformed by the gospel.
DETAILS:
- This is an adult event for women ages 13 and above. *Nursing babies are welcome; however, no strollers are allowed in the table area due to fire code concerns.
- Tickets ($12) are limited and expected to sell out quickly. Come prepared to purchase your tickets (cash/check only) Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. You may purchase up to four tickets and we will try to accommodate seating for groups of four or under at the same table as availability allows.
- The meal will be prepared by Terri Bettinger and her team. We are extremely grateful for their volunteer service for this event! Our menu: Large dinner salad with grilled chicken, bread and a delicious dessert. (Gluten-Free or Dairy-Free diets can be accommodated, inform your server.)
HOSTESS LINKS will be available in September 2020:
Printed form 2020 Hostess Application and Information will be available in September
Online form 2020 Online Hostess form will be available in September
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Continue reading "Women’s Bible Study – Refresh for mothers of infants and preschool age children."
Continue reading "Wednesday Evening Women’s Study – Women of the Word & Better: A Study of Hebrews"
Continue reading "Wednesday Women’s Study – Something Needs to Change"
Continue reading "Women’s Study – Better: A study of Hebrews"
Continue reading "Women’s Bible Study – Refresh for mothers of infants and preschool age children."
Continue reading "Wednesday Evening Women’s Study – Better: A study of Hebrews"
Continue reading "Wednesday Women’s Study – Something Needs to Change"
Continue reading "Women’s Study – Better: A study of Hebrews"
Continue reading "Women’s Bible Study – Refresh for mothers of infants and preschool age children."
Continue reading "Wednesday Evening Women’s Study – Better: A study of Hebrews"
Continue reading "Wednesday Women’s Study – Something Needs to Change"
Continue reading "Women’s Study – Better: A study of Hebrews"
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Continue reading "Women’s Bible Study – Refresh for mothers of infants and preschool age children."
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Continue reading "Wednesday Women’s Study – Something Needs to Change"
'I Will Survive' is a support group for women with cancer and cancer survivors where you can openly share your cancer journey in a warm, confidential, and loving atmosphere.
Women in various stages of cancer attend; some recently diagnosed, those who are undergoing treatment, as well as cancer survivors. This is a community-wide outreach.
Women are encouraged and supported through God’s word, articles of interest, current cancer information, sharing and prayer. It is an environment in which laughter, love and tears abound. The group typically meets on the first Monday of each month, in the Fireside Room at 12 noon - 1:30 p.m. and is facilitated by Sheila Rynbrandt. For questions and/or confirmation of meetings, call 517 646-0380.
Philippians 4.13—I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
We have joined together to support widowed women as they struggle to handle the grief, pain, and loneliness of their loss. We offer fellowship, sharing, and hope with those who have walked this path in earlier days and have experienced God's healing grace.
Every third Thursday of each month, widows meet for lunch at various restaurants throughout the city. We meet to get to know one another, support one another and to just enjoy being with people who understand the journey we are on. We would love to have anyone who is on this journey join us. If you would like to know more about the Never Alone ministry, please call Carol Senard at 517/256-1122. If you would like to join us for a monthly lunch please contact Carol by Wednesday to RSVP as we need to reserve enough tables to accommodate everyone who will be attending.
In the midst of being a busy mom (or mom-to-be), you need time to sit back and be refreshed.
Refresh is a place where you can kick back, take off your shoes, and just be your genuine self! Grab your coffee cup and join other mothers of infants and/or preschoolers every Tuesday morning at South Church for some amazing conversation, digging into God’s word, helpful discussions on parenting, and fun activities! This is a refreshing opportunity for young mothers to network and refuel for the rest of their busy week.
Refresh meets Tuesday mornings from 9:00-11:00 am at South Church in the Commons during the school year. The Winter Session begins on Tuesday, January 16 - March 27. Childcare is available for infants through preschool age children. There is a small fee ($25) which covers the cost of your study materials, activities, and childcare for the winter session.
*Please note: Do you remember what it was like to be a young mom who longed for a morning out with other moms? You can help us continue this great ministry for our moms by helping look after their little ones while they are at Refresh. There is a great need for additional childcare helpers on Tuesday mornings! For more information please contact Ruth Hultquist at (517) 819-7751.
Contact Tami Harrison for more information at (517) 803-7452
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'Human Trafficking' is an epidemic around the world and in our backyard. Join us as we learn more about this problem and how we can become actively involved in fighting against it both locally and with our partners in India.
'Shake it up, baby' - ever feel like you could use a session with a training coach? Katie Hubbard will help get you started with some great ways you can get in shape. (Be sure to wear comfortable workout clothing).
'Meet Monet' - whether you have any artistic talent or not it's worth a fun night to give painting a try. Join us for an interesting twist on this art form and come away with a piece of canvas art created from watercolor paints and markers.
Join us the 2nd Saturday of every month from (NEW TIME) 8:30-9:30 am in the Board Room as we come together to pray for the ministries of our church, our community, and our families. Coordinator: Kim Dalman
3rd Friday of every month – Join the “Knit Wits”
Sister2Sister has a monthly knitting and crochet group throughout the school year. This group meets the 3rd Friday of each month in the Fireside Room at 6:30 pm. Whether you want to learn the basics, get help on an existing project, see some new ideas, or share your own knitting and crochet skills with others – please join us! For more information contact Marlene Osborn
There are two possible ways that married couples may be connected with a mentor couple. The best way is through one of the pastors. They are most concerned for the needs of the congregation and equipped to help. They will determine the best mentor for each situation. It is also possible to connect through the Marriage Mentor Ministry coordinator. He will carefully refer you to a mentor couple who will lovingly share their wisdom and experience. Communication with the pastors and the mentors will be kept in strict confidence.
Mentor couples are committed to keeping all conversations and information within their relationship. The mentor process is first and foremost warm, godly, and informal. The mentor married couple has struggled with many of the same issues the mentee couple is experiencing. The mentors are willing to share their experience and how they dealt with the issue. There is also an important dimension at work and that is the spiritual approach to the issue. Mentor couples bathe the couple’s needs in prayer and are deeply concerned for their success and happiness.
Built into the enrich side of the Marriage Mentor Ministry is a Prepare/Enrich Assessment. The assessment consists of the couple responding online to a series of statements indicating how they agree or disagree with a number of statements. A Couples Report is generated and reviewed by the mentor couple. This is designed to give the mentor couple insight regarding areas of agreement and disagreement. More importantly, it provides good insight on the couple’s strengths and growth areas. Usually, after a couple has met with their marriage mentor, they realize what a powerful and significant impact a mentor couple can have on their marriage. Below are some of the many potential benefits from this ministry.
• Increase chances of having a healthy, satisfying marriage together
• Learn vital skills in communication and conflict resolution
• Ask questions and share successes and struggles with another caring couple
• Build on relationship strengths and address problematic areas
• Strengthen support network
• Form a valuable bond with a couple who are modeling what a healthy marriage looks like
Contact the church office for more information, by e-mail or phone at 517-322-2000.
The women of South have a passion to serve women cross-culturally. Each year we send a group of 8-12 women to encourage and facilitate biblical training of other women in Asia. Our next group will be traveling in the fall of 2019. If you would like more information on being a part of women serving women cross-culturally please contact us.