Dear
Friend,
These
are some of the comments I hear from women who are looking
for more training, networking, and resources to minister to
women. Often I see tears in their eyes as I begin to describe
the opportunities at the Women's Center fro Ministry. They
can't believe there really is a program designed to respond
to these specific desires.
I
have such a desire to minister to women, but I'm not sure
where to start. I know I need understanding and training.
How do you minister from a biblical basis to women
in today's world?
I
have been ministering to women for quite a few years now and
I feel I need fresh input, greater understanding of the issues.
I need to know how the Bible relates to caring for women's
needs.
So
you know anyone who can show us how to effectively shepherd
women today, I mean with all of the painful issues
they experience?
My
own story began with a desire to minister to women without knowing
how. Nearly half of my experience in ministering to women took
place BEFORE I accessed educational opportunities. The richness
of the AFTER educational experiences deepened my commitment
and passion from God to design opportunities for further training
that are biblical, relevant, and accessible. Every woman who
wants to minister should have this opportunity!
The
Women's Center for Ministry has been clearly birthed by God's
hand for "such a time as this." The issues women face
do seem more difficult, complicated, and challenging. However,
the answers to life's challenges have always been in the Bible.
Today our job is still to build on that strong foundation. We
need now, more that ever, sensitive leaders and biblical shepherds
who integrate understanding of the painful issues with biblical
pastoral care principles.
No
need to wait any longer. Now you have an opportunity to access
training, networking, and resources that will enable you to
become more effective in ministering to women! We are praying
with you that God will make His way clear for you.
Warmly,
Beverly
Hislop,
Executive Director, Women's Center for Ministry
