Sheridan Lutheran Church Women's Ministry

Kathy Paisley, Director of Ministries and Discipleship

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heridan’s Women’s Ministries Team is dedicated to nurturing each woman’s relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ through spiritual growth, service and fellowship. The goal is to encourage women to become involved in faith formation that allows women to understand their calling to know Jesus, love God and others, share your faith with family and friends and care for each other.

Sheridan’s women’s activities are designed to Encourage the hearts and minds of women to know, love and serve God.

And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another-and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

Hebrews 10: 24-25

Inspirational Websites & Blogs to Read
- InCourage: An inspirational Christian website for women, by women; one of which is Ann Voskamp. This site is beautiful visually and most of the writers seem to be published authors. They have a conference, book club, community groups and are associated with Dayspring publishers.
- Author of 1000 Gifts, Ann Voskamp's Blog .
- Holley Gerth is a Christian writer and life coach.
- Thistle Farms Blog
- Author Michelle DeRusha is one of our previous Women's Retreat speakers.
Devotionals & Guided Retreats
- The 3-MINUTE RETREAT is available by computer, email, or smart phone. sponsored by the Loyola Press, a Jesuit ministry. 3-Minute Retreats invite you to take a short prayer break right at your computer. Spend some quiet time reflecting on a Scripture passage. Knowing that not everyone prays at the same pace, you have control over the pace of the retreat. After each screen, a Continue button will appear. Click it when you are ready to move on. If you are new to online prayer, the basic timing of the screens will guide you through the experience.
- You can find all of the devotions from our Sheridan devotion writing team on this page. See the bottom of the page for devotions written for the monthly Women's newsletter.
Products to Try
Thistle Farms is the source of our body products in the OneSent Market. A ministry started by Becca Stevens in Nashville, TN. The website displays their products as well as tells the story of the ministry and many of the women it has served.
WELCA
- This is the website for the national Women of the ELCA - lots of news and many good resources, including Knitting as a Spiritual Discipline!
- Daily Grace is an on-the-go companion for your journey, offering a faith reflection every day. In these brief writings you’ll encounter God’s extravagant, boundless and often surprising grace. You will be comforted, challenged, inspired, consoled and confronted. Available via web or smart phone app.

Women’s Faith Formation & Events

New Women’s Study: Why Believe, Investigate Evidence of Faith

Begins Wed., Nov. 6; 9:15am; Room 646

Explore evidence that shows why faith is a reasonable response in a skeptical world. This Stonecroft study is facilitated by Marilyn Borchardt. Study guides are available in OneSent for $10 + tax.

Women’s Book Discussion

Thurs.; Nov. 7, 14, 21; 9:30-11am; Room 316

Ladies, do you want some help navigating life’s currents and ﬂourishing as you age? Join us for inspiring discussions of topics from Mary Pipher’s Women Rowing North. Cindy Swanson will facilitate this lively discussion. Be ready to share ideas, hints and stories.
To prepare for each week, plan to read:
through page 95 for week 1
through page 171 for week 2
through page 251 for week 3.
Books are available in the OneSent for $13.50.

SOLOS

A ministry for single older ladies of Sheridan, over the age of 50, who are looking for others on the same path in our church community to come alongside and socialize with. We hope to plan monthly opportunities to get together and in time build friendships for spur of the moment activities as well.

Upcoming Events
Handmade Cards Workshop

Nov. 16; 9:30am-noon
We’ll gather to learn how to make homemade cards as well as other items like calendars and home décor. Supplies provided and workshop led by Cheryl Stubbendieck and Sue Hill. Enjoy coffee and goodies while we spend a delightful creative morning. Please RSVP to Kathy Paisley by Nov. 8, to ensure enough supplies.

Abendmusik Christmas

Dec. 22, 4-5:30pm
To prepare for the wonder of Christ’s birth, please join us for Abenmusik’s awe-inspiring narrative & accompanying orchestral music performance of “Guide Us To The Perfect Light”. This event is at First Plymouth Church, 22nd& D St. There will be a free-will offering at the concert. Dinner together after the concert at Napoli’s (by Earl May on south 48th street) is optional. For more info and to RSVP, contact Kathy Paisley. A carpool from church can be arranged.

Mom’s Together

An occaisional time for fellowship and conversation with other moms. These events are a time for mothers to join in fellowship and share in the journey of motherhood. If you are raising children this opportunity is for you. Bring your children for Wednesdays @ the Well activities and be a part of this time for ideas and encouragement.

Women’s Circles

Sheridan Women’s Circles are an opportunity to be involved in a small group for fellowship, Bible study and to be involved in stewardship and service activities. We are always happy for an opportunity to welcome new members into our Women’s Circles.

Esther
Hope
Leah
Lydia
Martha
Mary

cpsanford@windstream.net
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Current Ministry Needs
Check out iVolunteer for other opportunities.

Sound Volunteers Wanted-Curious about what happens behind the scenes in worship? We are currently in need of some help with audio during services. If you are curious or want to learn something new, contact Jared Rechsteiner.
Hospitality Needs – We need door greeters, Welcome Desk helpers and hosts to make sure each person feels welcome and valued. Contact Brenda Carpenter.
OneSent Volunteers – Volunteers are needed to work one Sunday per month in our OneSent Market. Training is provided. Consider this fun way to help us offer this unique shopping experience for our community and artisans around the world. Contact Kathy Paisley.
Advent Event – Sun., Dec. 1, 10:45am-1pm. Adult and youth volunteers are needed to lead Advent crafts and wreath making. Don’t want to lead an activity? Donate chicken noodle soup, chili, cinnamon rolls or cookies. Servers are also needed. Sign up online.

Women’s Ministry

More Information

Inspirational Websites & Blogs to Read

Devotionals & Guided Retreats

Products to Try

WELCA

Women’s Faith Formation & Events