The Garden Post ...
...spiritual encouragement & connection for women
 
 "Rooted and established in love..."  -Ephesians 3:17  October, 2007
In This Issue
Creating a MOSAIC
DESPERATE Households
Emergency Phone Numbers
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LINKS & Info
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Welcome!
 
The Garden Post is designed to share news and information specifically for women, offer spiritual encouragement and insight, and provide resources and connections for wise living.
 
I welcome the opportunity to connect with you and want to hear from you.  Stop by my BLOG periodically or give me a call.  Email me any time with a question or suggestion.
 
louann
 
I'm thankful for the gifts of friendship and want to share them. Do you think about the unique role you have as a woman in your home, your community? Do you have a question about your faith?  About God? 
Let's connect today... Louann
 
Louann Rodgers
lkrodgers@comcast.net
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Prayer for our Children...
"Pour out your heart like water in the presence of the Lord.
Lift up your hands to him for the lives of your children,"
Lamentations 2:19
 
Moms in Touch ... Moms praying for their children and their schools.  Find a Moms in Touch group for your school.
praying hands
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Home School Support
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re:connect... a service by and for young adults
reconnect
Sunday evenings, 6pm
more info...
mosaicCREATING A MOSAIC 
we come together,
each with our ragged edges....
 
It's not too late to join us, a new year of Women's Bible Study has just begun. We all came just as we are... with anticipation, excitement, and even some hesitancy.  We came from different stages and ages in life, from diverse circumstances and unique family backgrounds.  We came with our 'ragged edges', knowing God is putting together His mosaic as we gather. 

In small groups we'll soften the rough edges of our lives as we deepen our faith.  In meaningful friendships we will help one another develop wisdom and build the depth of accountability.  In serving we will encourage others, adding a dimension of light.  Busy women with full schedules and responsibilities, we have carved out time specifically to be in The Word each week.  We are digging deep and planting a spiritual root that will leave a legacy. 

Come and join us.  There is a place for everyone.  We gather Tuesday evenings, and Wednesday and Thursday mornings. www.RootedToGrow.com

Bible Study is a discipline and a pattern for wise living.  "When we have a sustained commitment to certain spiritually rich patterns in our lives, we will be exposed repeatedly to the grace and truth of Christ, and we will be profoundly shaped by them."  [Mel Lawrenz, "Patterns"]

desperate householdsNew 4-Week Series

Many marriages are marked by desperation and loneliness. God intends marriage to be the most satisfying and fulfilling of all human relationships. 
 
This four-part series, led by Jim Stevens, will rekindle hope as we focus on God's original design for marriage. 
Join us Sunday mornings, 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. in October:
 
DYSFUNCTION vs. DESIGN 10.07.07
DUEL vs. DUET 10.14.07
TALK and LISTEN 10.21.07
LOVE and RESPECT 10.28.07
 
Sundays in October, Christ Community Church, 1190 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester.  www.visitchristcommunity.com

A WOMAN OF STRENGTH

a favorite poem of Mary Loaec, who studied with us on Thursday mornings, and went home to be with her Savior on September 6, 2007.

 

A strong woman works out every day to keep her body in shape,

But a woman of strength kneels in prayer to keep her soul in shape.

 

A strong woman isn't afraid of anything,

But a woman of strength shows courage in the midst of fear.

 

A strong woman won't let anyone get the best of her,

But a woman of strength gives the best of her to everyone.

 

A strong woman makes mistakes and avoids the same in the future,

A woman of strength realizes life's mistakes can also be God's blessings and capitalizes on them.

 

A strong woman walks sure footedly,

But a woman of strength knows God will catch her when she falls.

 

A strong woman wears the look of confidence on her face,

But a woman of strength wears grace.

 

A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey,

But a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will become strong.

 

flourish

Finding Quiet

"...We must simplify our lives or lose untold treasures on earth and in eternity.  Modern culture is so complex as to make the devotional life all but impossible.  The need to find solitude and quietness was never greater than it is today." [Tozer]
 
Adding QUIET to your quiet time with The Lord each day...
  • Quietness creates a pause that re-aligns your values with God's.
  • Quietness unclutters your faith and refreshes your peace.
  • Quietness frees you from the forceful currents of business and magnetizes your soul to eternity.
  • Quietness gently ushers you closer to God -- which is exactly where He wants us to be.

"The Lord confides in those who fear Him; he makes his covenent known to them." - Psalms 25:14

Upcoming Events
Girls Night Out... CD and BOOK SWAP  -  This will be a great time to bring your favorite , gently worn books and CDs to swap. Share in the joy of reading and delight in the recommended book or CD!
Wednesday, October 24th - 7:30 p.m.    ~  call Megan Shannon for details, 610.518.3852.
Wisdom from His Word
God is looking for a generation concerned more with WHOM they are following than WHERE they are going.   "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest."  Exodus 33:19.
Women's Ministry ... "rooted and established in love..."  - Ephesians 3:17
Connecting women to a generous God
Louann Rodgers
lkrodgers@comcast.net ~ 610.431.0300 x109 ~ www.RootedToGrow.com
Christ Community Church.1190 Phoenixville Pike.West Chester, PA  19380