Greetings from Deaconess Board President, Marilyn Garner
Greetings to you all in the precious name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! On behalf of Pastor James P. Thompson, Jr., the Deaconess Board, and our church family, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 42nd Annual Women’s Conference —" Christian Women Doing It God’s Way.” We are grateful that you have chosen to gather with us in this safe place for a special time of worship, reflection, connection, and encouragement. The Theme this year is Holding on to Hope as Believers and Disciples in Christ — Our Hope is in Christ. Hope is more than a feeling — it is a confident assurance in the One who holds tomorrow. In a world filled with change, challenges, and uncertainty, this verse reminds us that our strength is not in ourselves — it is in Christ alone. As believers, we stand firm on the promise that through Him, we are able to confidently and boldly face every challenge in life by the power of God’s Word and His Holy Spirit. Our hope is alive because Christ is alive! Every promised benefit of our relationship with Christ is ours to enjoy: peace in the storm, joy in sorrow, strength in weakness, the assurance of eternal life, and much more. As we gather over these next few days, lean into and stand firm in that hope. Let us lift up one another, share our testimonies, and boldly declare that “no matter what comes, we will trust in the Lord and continue to do it God’s way.”You should expect a sacred time filled with powerful preaching, studying of God’s Word, praise and worship, and uplifting fellowship. We trust that you will share moments of encouragement, laughter, and renewal with your sisters. Whether this is your first conference or your forty-second, know that you are valued, loved, and welcomed here. Thank you for joining us. Thank you for growing in your walk with the Lord. Thank you for holding on to hope. We pray that this conference will be a blessing to you today and in
the coming days. Yours in Christ, Sis. Marilyn D. Garner
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