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Greetings!

There are some really exciting things being planned that I want to invite you to.
 
~ Free Stability Ball Class
~ Women's Conference with Priscilla Shirer plus some free give aways
~ Knit Wits class on felting slippers
~ Read through the Bible this year with other South women
 
I hope you will take a few minutes to read the details below!

Rejoicing,
Becky Phillips
Women's Ministry Director 
 

Stability Ball Exercise Class

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beginning this Thursday (June 6) is a free four week Stability Ball Exercise Class for women.  It will be held in the Southlife center (gym) from 5:15 - 6:00 pm.  You will need to bring your own exercise ball and a yoga mat. We have plenty of space in this class, so if you have a friend that you'd like to bring- even if they just want to see what it's all about- encourage them to come. Please email our instructor - Katie - to let her know you are coming.

 
Here are some details:

1.  Please plan to arrive 5-10 mins early with your ball fully inflated. 
2.  You'll want to dress comfortably (loose fitting, breathable clothing - longer shorts or capris are best). 
3.  Please bring a water bottle and a yoga mat (or a towel or other cushion- this is critical especially if you have any hip, back, or knee discomfort with floor activities, as the gym floor is hard).

4.  Katie likes to keep things pretty laid back- so feel free to modify any of the exercises or take a break when you need to. If an exercise that we are doing is causing your pain or discomfort, just let her know and she'll be happy to suggest an alternative. Her goal is for you to have FUN with your workout and learn exercises that you can do at home safely and without pain (but let's face it, exercise is always more fun with a group!).

 

Knit Wits - knitting for all levels 

 



The "Knit Wits" will meet on Friday evening, June 21 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm in Room 207.  
 
 

 

This month's session will focus on knitting felted slippers. 

 

All women are invited to attend and bring a friend to this informal gathering of knitters (all skills levels welcome). Please bring wool yarn to this session.  For more information contact: Janee Penfield.

 

The next session of "Knit Wits" will be on Friday, July 26th.

 

"Going Beyond" Conference

Priscilla Shirer "Going Beyond"
Women, you won't want to miss this great conference in Grand Rapids! 
 
The conference starts Friday, July 19 at 7 p.m. and concludes for the evening at 9:30. It starts back up the following morning at 9:00 and ends at 12:30 that afternoon. South Women's Ministries will be providing transportation both days from the church.
 
Don't wait, you can REGISTER NOW online or pick up a registration form on the Women's Ministry board at church ($49).  We will also be having a registration table in the main concourse on Sunday, June 23rd and 30th if the conference is not sold out.
 
FREEBIES!
We are going to have a drawing to give away some fun conference gifts for those who register!  (1) A FREE hotel room for two guests on Friday night in Grand Rapids. (2) A free conference entrance wristband so you can bring a friend with you. (3) Two "Priscilla Shirer Live" t-shirts. (4) An audio CD of worship leader Tony Evans. 
The earlier you register the more chances you have to WIN! Here's how it works, register before...
June 9 we will enter your name 4x's
June 16 we will enter your name 3x's
June 23 we will enter your name 2x's
June 30 and after, enter 1x
Plus watch the South Women's Ministry facebook page for more ways to get your name entered!

Priscilla Shirer Live is an intimate and inspiring women's conference. You'll leave knowing that the challenge to take your relationship with the Lord to the next level is worth your every effort.

Priscilla's ministry is focused on the expository teaching of the Word of God. Her desire is to see women come to a full understanding of who they are in Christ by hearing the uncompromising truth of Scripture.

  

Watch this video preview, from one of her past conferences,







Read through the Bible chronologically with other women from South!

We want to encourage women to really GET INTO THE WORD OF GOD, and the daily chronological plan is an AWESOME way to do that.  Here is how it works...  you will be directed to an online site where you can download a list of the daily readings. Then twice a month you will be sent an email asking you to check-in with the group.  You "reply all" to the email and share what you've been encouraged by, questions you might have, or just say you are hanging in there (or not). The women who have been involved the last few years have seemed to really dig the bi-monthly check-in.  It is VERY VERY encouraging and inspiring to see all the check-ins about what God has shown each woman through the reading during that two-week-period. There is no pressure and a lot of grace if you fall behind.  The important thing is to encourage one another to maintain a daily habit of being in the Word.  This virtual group is going to begin on August 1st.  If you want to be involved you can SIGN UP HERE and the group leaders, Marlene Tebbens or Kelly Sites will contact you with more details.

 

Here are a few "beyond" summer dates to mark on your calendar...

Thursday, September 5th - Women's Ministry Dessert with a special guest speaker
September 16th - Fall Women's Bible Studies begin
Tuesday, December 10th - Visions of Christmas Outreach Dinner