Monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual, - what has your group decided?
Fun and fellowship, outreach, personal growth, - whatever the reason you can be sure that ideas will abound.
Some groups meet monthly and vary their program. Some meet quarterly and stress outreach. An annual meeting could be a retreat – a wonderful time for personal growth and renewal. One thing should be constant, no matter how often you meet – don’t forget to pray. Nothing is accomplished without much prayer. Jesus said, “apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5b NIV)
Listed below are some ideas that might help or even prompt some more program ideas.
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ncourage your women to share their testimonies, reading skills, musical talents, acting abilities. A good skit can be a lot of fun. Involve some new women. Who knows? You might discover a real thespian!
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ave a craft night. Women and teen girls could choose from a variety of crafts (book bags, flavored teas, table runners, Christmas ornaments, etc.) This could be done in a workshop format, individual sessions, or come and do your own project. It could be held on two nights to involve more women and teens.
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alad luncheon with a style show (bridal, “thru the decades” or humorous).
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ummer potluck on someone’s patio or at the park. Try some lawn games or just some fellowship and fun. No program necessary.
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rayer breakfast – can be a wonderful renewal time and a very meaningful annual or semi-annual event.
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sk everyone to bring a baby picture of themselves covered with a sheet of paper. Have someone mix them up. Number them and try to guess who’s who.
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ry an old fashioned Ice Cream Social. Furnish the ice cream and have the women bring their favorite topping.
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ow about an indoor picnic during the winter? It can be a lot of fun. Decorate as if it was summer!
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amper your women with a “Spa Night.” Set up a variety of “pamper” areas – hair cuts, manicures, pedicures or even a massage! You’ll be surprised to find what talent is in your group! Guests can chose two services.
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ecorate seasonal baskets and deliver them to shut-ins, hospitals or nursing homes. Fill with a small devotional, something that smells good and something that tastes good. A treat for mind, body and spirit!
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isit a local nursing home. Plan a short devotional and then visit with the residents. Offer to write a letter or read to them. They always enjoy it when they can be pampered a little, too!
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uilting or sewing groups are very popular. What a great way to invite friends that might not know the Lord. This is a good “non-threatening” type of outreach.
