A Beautiful Day of Worship, Prayer, and Sisterhood we shared as sisters in Christ! On Saturday, October 17, Women’s Ministry at Violet gathered for the Priscilla Shirer Live Simulcast, and what unfolded was so much more than simply a day of teaching. It was a special time of worship, heartfelt prayer, encouragement, and genuine fellowship as we experienced the presence and movement of God among us. Through Priscilla Shirer’s powerful, Scripture-filled teaching, we were challenged, encouraged, and reminded of the freedom, hope, and victory we have in Jesus Christ. But perhaps some of the most meaningful moments came as women responded to what God was stirring in their hearts. Throughout our time together, ladies came forward seeking prayer for burdens they were carrying—financial struggles, difficult family circumstances, concerns for their children, and areas of their lives where they longed to experience freedom from bondage. What a beautiful picture of the body of Christ it was to see women gathering around one another, lifting each other up in prayer, offering encouragement, and standing together in faith. There is something incredibly powerful about a room filled with women lifting their voices in praise to the Lord, praying over one another, and reminding each other that we do not have to walk through life’s struggles alone. We laughed together, shared a wonderful lunch, worshiped together, and witnessed the beauty of true Christian sisterhood. And perhaps the greatest blessing of all was celebrating as one of our guests made the decision to accept Jesus Christ as her Savior! What a wonderful reminder that God is still changing hearts, breaking chains, and drawing people to Himself! A special thank-you to Emily Hendershot for her tremendous help with decorations, leading us in praise, and assisting with audiovisual needs. Her servant’s heart helped make the day so special. We left reminded that women’s ministry is about so much more than gathering for an event. It is about building relationships rooted in Christ, bearing one another’s burdens, growing together in God’s Word, and creating a place where women feel loved, supported, and encouraged in their walk with the Lord.
What a blessing to witness God working in the hearts of His daughters. To Him be all the glory!
If you weren’t able to join us, don’t worry! We have more wonderful opportunities coming up, and we would love for you to be part of them! Saturday, December 12 – Home for the Holidays in Medina, Ohio Ladies, get ready for a festive day of Christmas shopping, fellowship, and fun! We will be traveling together on the church bus to beautiful Medina, Ohio, for their Home for the Holidays celebration. With more than 150 vendors, charming boutiques, wonderful restaurants, and a picturesque town square beautifully decorated for the Christmas season, it promises to be a delightful day! What better way to enjoy the season than spending time together with our sisters in Christ? Sunday, December 13 – Annual Women’s Ministry Christmas Luncheon Join us at Violet Baptist Church immediately following the second service for our annual Women’s Ministry Christmas Luncheon! We will gather around the table for a delicious meal, enjoy singing Christmas carols together, and create a fun Christmas craft. This is always such a special time to slow down during the busy Christmas season, share laughter and friendship, and celebrate the joy of our Savior’s birth. More information about both events will be coming soon! Be sure to watch your email and the Church Center app for details and registration information. Whether you’ve been involved in women’s ministry for years or have never attended an event, please know that there is a place for you here. Our desire is to create opportunities for women of all ages and walks of life to connect, encourage one another, grow in their faith, and experience the love of Christ through genuine friendship and fellowship. And please remember, you never have to wait for a women’s ministry event to reach out. If you need prayer, encouragement, someone to talk to, or simply want more information about our ministry, I would love to hear from you. You are always welcome to contact me directly at 614-557-3598. I am so thankful for each of you and for the beautiful community of women God continues to bring together at Violet Baptist Church. I look forward to all He has in store for us!
With love and blessings, Karen Bramlish Women’s Ministry Leader Violet Baptist Church
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