Four
New Women's Bible Studies at different times for the new year. Bring your Bible and a friend to the following opportunities to spend time in God's Word with your sisters in Christ!
Sunday 10:30-11:30am in the School Library:
The Gospel of Mark. Although it began on January 8th, we welcome you to join us on any Sunday (except on April 8th, Easter) as we study the Gospel of Mark. Facilitator:Donna Brooks
Tuesday, February 7th 9:15-11:15am in the Annex (1st Tuesday of the month)
Lectio Divina. This is a personal study of God's Word, taking time to "Be Still" and listen to how He speaks to us through His Word and prayer time. Facilitator: Sue Ziegan
Wednesday 9:15-11:15am in the Luther Room
Differences between the Bible and the Qu'ran led by Pastor
Wesolik.
James: Mercy Triumphs by Beth Moore
James: Mercy Triumphs DVD study by Beth Moore. Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any New Testament book. Come along with Beth Moore on a journey to get to know both the man and the Book of James. You will never be the same again.
Topics in this study include: joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer. Facilitator: Lisa BachmanLook for the table display and DVD preview in the atrium this Sunday between services. Sign up for one of the two offerings and study guides will be available for purchase.
Facilitator: Lisa Bachman
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Evening
class begins Tuesday January 31st, 7-9pm in the Annex
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Daytime
class begins Friday, February 3rd, 9:15-11:15am in the Annex
For questions, please contact Kari at
440 835-3050 or klapointe@stpaulwestlake.org.
“What
exactly does the Martha
Guild do here at St. Paul?”
The
purpose of the Martha Guild is to prepare and serve a luncheon or
refreshments at St. Paul Lutheran Church following the funeral or
memorial service for a member of our congregation or a person in
the immediate family of a member. Some food items are purchased,
while others are prepared and donated by our members.
The Martha Guild will usually serve a minimum of 25 to a
maximum of 100 people.
“Why
is this ladies’ group called the Martha
Guild?”
In
Luke 10:38-42 and John 11:17-45, you can read about Martha’s
story. Martha (oldest sister of Mary and Lazarus) was known for
her hospitality and her attention to detail.
While both Mary and Martha loved Jesus and were eager to
serve him, Mary’s focus differed from Martha’s. One of the
lessons from Martha’s story focuses on the proper time to listen
to Jesus and a proper time to work for him. Certainly, a heart
willing to serve Him grows out of having listened to Him.
We serve and care because of Him.
“What
are some of the specific tasks that members of the Martha
Guild do for a luncheon?”
There
are many different tasks that are completed by many people; it is
truly a team effort.
Some members make phone calls to organize the ladies that
will actually set-up, serve and clean up, while others make calls
to the food preparers (baked goods, salads, jellos and baked
beans). Then there are the ladies that actually prepare the food
and drop it off the day of the luncheon. There are also food
shoppers that shop for the fresh produce and deli items that are
needed.
“What
if I want to help but have other responsibilities that may
interfere from time to time?”
Every
member of the Martha Guild is in this situation.
As women, we often are juggling many responsibilities
regardless of our ages. Our organization is structured to offset
that very element of our lives. We call our volunteers in
rotation, knowing that they may have a conflict on a certain date.
If a member is not available, we simply call them the next
time a luncheon is being planned. As our membership numbers grow,
so does the time between calls. It works out very well.
“How
can I join the Martha
Guild? Can I request what task I would like to do?”
If
you would like to join the Martha Guild (or even just ask more
questions about this ministry), please contact Tammy Smanik (tsmanik@yahoo.com or 440-808-8534) or Cindy Duran (mcduran6@gmail.com or 440-308-1681).
Yes,
you can request a specific task.
Some ladies offer to serve where the need is greatest, but
many feel more comfortable serving in a specific way. Either offer
of assistance is most welcome!
