Women's Ministry

For the women of Gashland to experience the fullness of Christ by equipping them for vibrant relationship with Him and each other.

Ministry Team: Beth Schupp, Joanne King, Nancy Williams, Mary Long & Andrea Quinn

Contact email: women@gashland.org

We want to serve as a resource for our ladies and consider it a privilege to pray regularly for you. If you have a special need or would like to share a prayer request (open or confidential) please contact our team by email or reach out to any of our team members individually. We are honored to partner with you in service to our Lord!

Connecting & Gathering

Around the Table

Creating connections as our women share a simple meal and gospel-centered conversation. Six women enjoying two hours around one table! New dates and times are available February through April and June through November to build community with a new mix of ladies each time. With rotating hostesses and participants, you never know who you might meet or get to know better over a meal or coffee. To sign up, visit our lobby table the last two Sundays of each month. If you can’t sign up in person, email women@gashland.org or call Beth Schupp for a list of the upcoming dates and to sign up.

Christmas Ministries

Women’s Ministry now alternates its Christmas ministries. Look for more details closer to time!

Apples of Gold | Seasonal Encouragement

Proverbs 25:11 tells us that “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver.” This ministry pairs up women who would like to be encouraged or have a heart to encourage (or both!) through notes, text, emails, phone calls, etc. Kind of like a “secret pal” but not done in secret! Watch the Link for more information and sign-up opportunities in early 2024.

2nd Saturday Coffee Hour

For those that are busy during the week but still seek out shorter, casual, gospel centered fellowship, join us for 2nd Saturday Coffee. Bring your favorite breakfast beverage, and come enjoy light snacks, friends, and a short gospel conversation at 9 am in the Fellowship Hall every 2nd Saturday of the month.

Equipping

Women’s Sunday School Class

Every Sunday, 9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

For the Fall 2024, Laura Cooper and Carol Bryan will co-lead this group, which meets at 9:45 a.m. every Sunday in rooms 217-218. The Women’s Sunday school class offers women a time to study God’s Word together and grow spiritually while also creating opportunities for fellowship and building friendships with other Christian women. This study will be on the 5 Solas of the Reformation. The word “sola” means ‘alone’ and during the Protestant Reformation, the leaders of that movement reminded God’s people that there is only one true gospel message: salvation is by God’s grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, to the glory of God alone, and according to Scripture alone. During this study, we will study each of the 5 Solas and discuss how understanding these can help us know God better, love Him more, appreciate all that was necessary for our salvation, and be motivated to live in a manner that pleases the Lord.

Precepts Class

Begins Monday, September 9th, 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. or Friday, September 13th, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

The Women’s Precept Bible study will begin part one of a four-part study on the book of Romans starting in September. This is an in-depth study with approximately 5 hours of homework each week. All women are invited to participate in this 14-week study taking place in the Fellowship Hall. An evening class is offered from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. beginning Monday, September 9, and a morning class will meet from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. beginning Friday, September 13. Cost for materials is $33.00, cash or check to GEPC.

For further information, contact Amy Clapham at aclapham25@gmail.com or Carol Bryan at bryancarolann@yahoo.com.

“All have sinned. There is none righteous. We are declared righteous by God only by faith in the blood of His Son. Romans 1-5 explains the foundational doctrines of our faith – original sin,

justification, redemption, and propitiation. Gain an excellent grasp of the doctrine of salvation!” (Precept Ministries)

Morning Circle Study

Begins Tuesday, September 10th, at 10 a.m. (NEW TIME!!)

The Morning Circle Study meets for Bible Study, prayer, and fellowship on the second Tuesday of every month, September through May, in the Fellowship Hall. Binny Pearce will be teaching the ‘I AM’ sayings of Jesus, from the New Testament. There is no preparation with this study and new members are always welcome! Note again that the start time is a ½ hour later this year!!

For further information: Contact Cindy Harris or Nancy Williams

Martha Circle Study

Begins September 17th 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

The Martha Circle Study meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the church, September through November and January through May. For Fall 2024, this group’s study will be determined soon. No commitment is necessary—come the months you can to enjoy study, prayer, and fellowship!

Contact: Linda Reeve

Bible Study Fellowship

Begins Thursday, September 5th, 10:00-11:35 a.m.

BSF is an international, interdenominational, multicultural, and multigenerational Bible study. The KC Northland Day Women’s Class (which includes preschool and school age classes, ages 0-18) will meet from 10:00 a.m.-11:35 a.m. on Thursday mornings, beginning September 5th. This year’s study is Revelation, The Hope. There is no charge for the lessons; by faith, BSF depends on the generous contributions of class members. Please contact Cheryl Sanders at cheryl.j.sanders@sbcglobal.net or go to bsfinternational.org for registration and/or more information.

Evening Gathering

Begins September 23rd, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

This is a weekly group of women that meets to have fellowship, Biblical discussion and prayer time. For the Fall 2024, they will be discussing When Strivings Cease by Ruth Chou Simons. Do you find yourself chasing perfection or always trying to “do more?” Let’s discover the freedom that is ours through the generous, unmerited favor of God. Women can do the weekly reading or just show up for the video and discussion. Gathering time is 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. on Monday nights in the chapel.

Contact: Heather Lorenzetti