women's ministry

Encouraging, supporting and ministering to you...right where you are!


Our mission: to be mindful of God's special creation in every woman; to reach out in love to help others grow in their spiritual gifts; to help equip each other to know more about and grow closer to God.


A Women's Ministry Steering Team of 5-6 ladies has been seated in order to facilitate planning and coordination of events.  Each position makes use of a specific group of gifts and graces.  The women, their contact information, and their current responsibilities are:

Chair - Amy VanAkin, 248-390-0306

Fall Retreat - Kellie Tiner, 254-931-8920

Women's LIfe - Sherry Keener, 254-449-0770

Fundraising - Lee Ann Deal, 254-493-0250

Staff Liaison - Carol Senkel, 512-431-6886


Some of our events include:

SPECIAL EVENTS

LADIES SPRING BRUNCH

Saturday, April 21st, 10am-noon


This is a time set apart to celebrate as women all the relationships that God has put in our lives....mothers, daughters, sisters, bosses, co-workers, friends...the guest list can be as varied as the women we walk through life with.  We are excited to announce that Debbie Frazee will be our guest speaker.  She brings a wealth of Biblical knowledge along with a passion for teaching others.  A delicious brunch will be served, and our table hostesses will have the space decorated with their finest.  If you would like information on being a hostess please contact Carol Senkel at 512-431-6886 (call or text).  If you would like to bring a food item, please visit this link. As you make plans to attend, please register so that we can adequately prepare to welcome you.


conferences

Our ladies are encouraged to participate in state, local & national conferences as a way to grow spiritually.  in 2016, we were blessed with having a nationally recognized conference right here in Temple: Fresh Grounded Faith.  Jennifer Rothschild and her team led us in worship and study of God's word.  We look forward to seeing what is offered in 2018.

girl time

Our name for those periodic special events that we participate in as a means to promote fellowship and friendship among the women of our church, as well as our community. Currently on the calendar is an afternoon at That Art Place. Some of our other events include attending the Beth Moore simulcast, as well as the Day for Women.  One of our ongoing fellowships is a quarterly Bunco night.  if interested in more information, or to share an idea, contact Sherry Keener at 254-449-0770. 


Bible studieS

W.O.W. (Women of the Word)

Meets Monday evenings at 6:00-7:30pm in room 106.   Studies include various Christian authors such as Liz Curtis Higgs & Margaret Feinberg.  The lay shepherd is Lee Ann Deal, 254-493-0250.     


WEDNESDAY WOMEN

Scheduled in conjunction with our weekly children's programs, this women's Bible study meets in room 106 from 6-7:30pm.  The lay shepherd is Debra Longley, 254-319-0418.


THURSDAY GROUP

Our newest offering, this informal Bible study is perfect for those who have time in their busy schedules to come together for encouragement on a weekday morning.  Meets 10-11:30am in room 106, lay leader is Sandy Nix, 254-493-9567.


annual retreat

The women of Foundation schedule a yearly retreat to foster relationships and encourage spiritual growth.  

For 2018, the retreat is booked at CedarBrake Renewal Center for Friday-Saturday, September 7-8th.  The planning team is in the process of booking the speaker, so please be in prayer for God's choice to be abundantly clear.  

For more information, or to be a part of the retreat team, contact Kellie Tiner

If you can't attend but would offer financing for someone else, please click on the following:


SOUL SISTERS

A support group specifically for our single women, whether widowed, divorced, or never married.  As the quote to the left indicates, we are there for each other through the good and bad, the ups and downs, as well as having good old-fashioned fun together.  If you or someone you know falls into the category, please let us know so we can include them in our plans.  For  additional information, contact Sherry Keener at 254-449-0770 (call or text).