GraceBaptist Church, 17 West Ave, So. Norwalk, CT, Rev. Dr. L. E. Curtis, Pastor
The April 19, 2010 Women’s Day meeting began at 6:05pm by Chairpersons D. Lewis and R. Murray, with prayer by Deaconess C. Bookhardt.
All updates for 2010 Women’s Day can be located on the GBC Website, www.gbcsoulpurpose.org
D. Lewis reported, Pastor Curtis is continuing to confirm our 2010 Women’s Day Speaker.
R. Murray read correspondence/invitations from local churches for upcoming 2010 Women’s Day programs:
New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Sunday April 25th at 10:30 AM.
Union Baptist Church, April 25th at 4:00PM-“Seniors in Song”
New Light Missionary Baptist Church, Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 3:45PM.
Shiloh Baptist Church, Bpt-Women’s Day Weekend, May 7th & 8th at 7:00AM.
At the March 27th meeting, women were asked to bring suggestions for the 2010 Women’s Day. Deaconess G. George and B. Langley, presented themes and scriptures for consideration. The process will continue at the next meeting:
“It’s Time for Restoration”
Psalm 51:12, Psalm 23:3, Ruth 4:15a
“A Time of Harvest”
Ecclesiastes 3:1, Matthew 9:37 & 38, Luke 10:2
“Let The Redeemed of the Lord Say So”
Job 19:25, Psalm 34:22, Isaiah 44:6
“Women Praising the Loard”
Isaiah 25:1
“Women Living by Faith”
Galatians 3:11
“Women Growingi in Faith”
2 Thessalonians 1:3
The former practice of calling women of GBC for communication purposes will continue. Sisters Taylor, Hart and Askew have agreed, all 2009 Women’s Day captains will be contacted, to see if they are interested in continuing in the role. The Chairs noted that Sister Eaton, Music Director is aware of the need for intergenerational selection of music and participation. Sis Eaton stated, she is looking to include all age groups in the Women’s Day Choir. It is important for all of us to reach out to the Women at GBC.
The events for Women’s Day will have two functions; fellowship and fund raising. Event/communication suggestions:
2010 Women’s Day Suggestion Box, community projects, visits to local nursing homes, women/families shelters, prayer breakfast-includes invitation to families from local shelters to events and church services). Closing prayer by Deaconess B. Thompson.
Next Scheduled Meeting: Monday, May 10, 2010 at 6:00PM.
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Posted 4/13/2010:
WOMEN’S DAY OVERVIEW
The Women’s Day Co-Chairs, Rosa Murray and Dee Lewis met with a group of interested and committed members of the Grace Baptist Church to plan and ask for input from them for the 2010 Women’s Day.
Mrs. Murray and Mrs. Lewis gave an overview of their hopes
For the 2010 Women’s Day. A brief history of our former Women’s Days and a discussion of both positive and negative elements ensued.
The prevailing theme was as strong women of Grace we need to emphasize working together for the glory of God.
The co-chairs met with former chairs of Women’s Day at Grace to lay a foundation and build from their knowledge. One priority that was mentioned was that we strive to work on a truly intergenerational Women’s Day. This will entail making sure that women of all ages will be involved in some manner to ensure a successful day.
Three names were brought forward for consideration of a speaker. Rev. Shearer, Rev. Suzann Johnson-Cook, and Rev. Churn. Rev. Shearer was a consideration for the 2009 speaker at Grace however scheduling conflicts prevented her from speaking. A discussion was initiated regarding credentials and qualifications for speakers. After much discussion a vote was taken to send forward the names of Rev. Cook and Rev. Shearer to Rev. Curtis.
One of the goals for Women’s Day 2010 is to utilize the GBC website which will keep open the lines of communication regarding events that are upcoming and overviews from each meeting.
We will also strive to attend as many Women’s Day celebrations at our area churches and include young people in the group that attends
Our next meeting will be on April 19 at 6pm in the MLK Hall. Come prepared to work on setting our theme along with a Bible verse. Bring your thoughts and ideas for Women’s Day 2010. Women of Grace we need you!!
Rosa Murray Dee Lewis
Co-Chair Co-Chair
2010 Women’s Day 2010 Women’s Day
