WI - CONNECTS CONNECTING CWC PARTNERS IN WISCONSIN 2013 WISCONSIN CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION PARTNERS AND FRIENDS DAY

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1 WI - CONNECTS CONNECTING CWC PARTNERS IN WISCONSIN Volume 1, Issue 2 SEPTEMBER 21, WISCONSIN CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION PARTNERS AND FRIENDS DAY CWC Partners and Friends met Saturday, August 10 at the Rock Springs Retreat Center to worship and fellowship together. State Coordinator Genene Hibbler led the meeting in the log/fireplace conference room. A packed crowd listened attentively as Minister Hibbler first shared her fascinating testimony of how God has used and protected in her career of police, homeland security, southern librarian and other unique endeavors. She used power point and videos of her mission trip to Uganda. The Child of Promise program (COP) of the Church of God in Uganda is helping over 700 children to have education, health and spiritual nurture. They are grateful for your sponsorship of children. The WI CWC donated funds for projects in Uganda. Following the meeting most ladies went to Reedsburg to lunch and fellowship at the Pizza Ranch Restaurant. Thanks to all that participated in this inspirational, informational and encouraging event! We trust that all the partners and friends enjoyed their trip to the North Woods! God bless you all! -Dale and Jan Terrill West Baraboo Church of God WI - CWC Partners outside Pizza Ranch in Reedsburg, WI

2 SEPTEMBER 8, UNITY SERVICE When We All Get Together, What A Time, What A Time! Pastor Derrick Nash and the Silver Spring Church of God Family were gracious hosts to the bi-annual Unity Service of the Wisconsin Assembly of the Church of God. We were blessed by encouraging words from Pastor Derick Bacon, West Baraboo Church of God, and we experienced God s Anointing upon the Wisconsin Assembly of the Church of God Unity Choir as they made their debut. We are looking forward to the next Unity Service. RACINE, WI: FAITH CHOG LADIES WELCOMED INTO FIRST CHOG'S CWC GROUP The Women of Faith Church of God were disconnect from CWC. When the ladies from First CHOG heard about this, they extended an invitation for the Women of Faith to become part of their CWC group. As of this writing, seven ladies from Faith CHOG are now CWC Partners and are transitioning into the First CHOG's CWC Group. This is a wonderful opportunity for women of these two churches to unite, connect and build new friendships as they fellowship and plan together how to serve Christ as they seek to accomplish the goals and mission of the National Christian Women Connection organization. -Pat Forsman, WI-CWC Treasurer PRAYER RETREAT AND SALAD SUPPER CWC AT RACINE FIRST CHURCH OF GOD. There were 16 attendees (including Genene Hibbler, Wisconsin Christian Women Connection, Coordinator) at our Prayer Retreat and Salad Supper on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at the home of CWC Partner, Nancy Case. After enjoying an array of delicious salads, beverages, and desserts, we focused on the CWC Annual Theme: FREEDOM! We explored the freedom we can experience in Christ, despite our fears. We learned how our freedoms can hinder and/or draw us closer to God. The study was followed by a time of prayer. The evening also included several games based on prayer and a Spiritual Birthday Offering was taken. -Pat Forsman, WI-CWC Treasurer Page 2 WI - CONNECTS

3 WISCONSIN FAMILY CAMP 2013 This year, I attended the Wisconsin Family Retreat at Rock Springs (August 5-11, 2013) with my three grandchildren. It was the first time all three were able to come with me. They were blessed as they attended inspiring and challenging worship services, conferences and classes as well as enjoying the pleasant weather, participating in various games, fellowshipping, singing and much more. Lily, Rosie and I were among the 31 ladies that attended WI-CWC Partners and Friends Day at the Pizza Ranch in Reedsburg, on Saturday, August 10, Pat Forsman, WI-CWC Treasurer A BLESSED FAMILY CAMP Growing up across the road from our State Church Camp Ground I have always loved the place. We have access to it 24/7, 365, but I love it most of all during the first full week in August when my big church family comes to visit; the whole place is filled with fellowship and passion for the Lord. This year, Pastor Tim (or Bamba) Lusitana came to speak for us at our daily services and really connected with us. His theme for the week was The Lord s Prayer and he found seven pieces that he wanted to focus on and share with the congregation. The night that really stuck out to me was the night he spoke about Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. Each night he had opened the altar for anyone who wanted to come down so someone could pray with them, and a good number of the youth went down that night. I went with a friend for support, but as I stood down there, I realized that I was also there for my own heart. There were things that I was holding on to, bitter things, and that night in the tabernacle, God helped me let go of those things. He had spoken through Pastor Tim in such a strong way that many of us stayed in the tabernacle, hugging, crying, and praying for one another. It is an experience I will not soon forget, and pray that I never do. The entire week was one to remember, and I am so blessed to have been a part of it. I can t wait until next year, and as Pastor Tim would say, I love... CAMP! -Ryann Hartzell, 2009 CWC Ambassador AN UNSUNG HERO CWC PARTNER, PEARL BILLINGSLEA was honored as an Unsung Hero, at the 2013 Total Woman Conference at Grace Fellowship Church in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Sunday, August 18, It was a pleasure to experience the spirit-filled worship service and to witness how the planning team honored women from across the State of Wisconsin. It was a special time for many of the ladies at Cedar Hills Church as they honored our Dear Sister Pearl, for being woman of strength and character that goes about her day to day life making a difference. She never asks for a recognition, appreciation or a thank you. Sis. Pearl, thanks for all you do for Cedar Hills Church, Priscilla s Lost and Found, and Christian Women Connection. You are a living testimony of how your life has been transformed by Christ. -Genene Hibbler, WI-CWC Coordinator Pearl Billingslea is pictured; top left. a VOLUME 1, ISSUE 2 Page 3

4 WI - CWC LOCAL LEADER'S LUNCHEON Host: WISCONSIN CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION Phone: When: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, :00 AM TO 2:00 PM Where: FIRST CHURCH OF GOD - RACINE 1650 Lathrop Ave Racine, WI WISCONSIN CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO A FALL LUNCHEON FOR LOCAL CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION LEADERSHIP TEAMS. If you are a local CWC Coordinator, President, Assistant Coordinator, Vice- President, Finance Director, Treasurer, Recording Secretary, etc. YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO: Come receive encouragement from the Word of God! Come receive updates on the national structure, WI-CWC day of service, WI- CWC 2014 connector, WI-CWC candidates for our spring elections, and learn about local CWC happenings! Come learn how you can participate in WI-CWC challenges and connect with CWC partners across the nation! R.S.V.P. BY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2013 via at: priscillasministry@yahoo.com

5 UPCOMING EVENTS SEPTEMBER 1 - NORTHSIDE CHURCH OF GOD S CWC WARM HANDS / WARM HEARTS NOVEMBER 30, 2013 For more information contact Local Coordinator, Diana Austin at SEPTEMBER 21, 2013 WISCONSIN CWC LOCAL LEADER S LUNCHEON - 11:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M. All Local Leadership Teams are invited to attend this time of equipping. INVITATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO LOCAL LEADERS. NOVEMBER 2, 2013 CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION RACINE FIRST CHURCH CHRISTMAS AUCTION AND BAKE SALE FOR MISSIONS For more information, contact Wisconsin CWC Treasurer, Pat Forsman at (262) NOVEMBER 23, 2013 NORTHSIDE CHURCH OF GOD S CWC SHE AIN T HEAVY (SHE S MY SISTER) For more information contact Local Coordinator, Wanda Lamon at DECEMBER CHRIST BIRTHDAY OBSERVANCE: HOPE LUKE 2:10 DECEMBER 22, 2013 THE GOAL FOR WISCONSIN CWC PARTNERS IS $7,500 An Unfinished Agenda..., this book truly reflects God s people doing God s work for God s glory and faithfully fulfilling the mission of Christian Women Connection, which is to Serve Christ through serving women and equipping them for ministry. $19.00 PER BOOK (Includes Shipping to your Local Coordinator) ALL PROCEEDS WILL HELP OFF SET THE COST OF THE FOLLOWING WI-CWC EVENTS: 2014 DAY OF SERVICE 2014 CONNECTOR Ladies, you don t want to miss this opportunity to own a piece of history, support Wisconsin Christian Women Connection, and read the story of the last 30 years of Christian Women Connection as told by former National President Che-Che Mobley! To place your order by: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2013, contact WI-CWC Coordinator, Genene Hibbler via at: priscillasministry@yahoo.com

6 WISCONSIN CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION 6911 SOUTH 20TH STREET OAK CREEK, WI (414) MINISTERING TO WOMEN I joined CWC a couple of years ago, when Joyce Grant approached me and asked if I wanted to go to a retreat. Since that time, I have become more venturous in getting to know more about the members of Crossroads and the sister churches. I find myself telling other women of my past and and where it has led me today. I explain to women how I was able to get out of an abusive marriage, moving to an area where I knew no one, find love again, finding a church home, and obtaining two college degrees. In 2013, I became a Lifetime Partner of CWC and I am finding new ways to help my sisters with activities from teaching computer skills, to taking some grocery shopping, and just being there for a shoulder to lean on when needed. The Lord has worked in my life in many ways, and the Lord can work in their lives as well as long as they are willing to listen to what He says and go where He directs their lives. Elizabeth Craig CWC - Servants Select Finance Coordinator WELCOME NEW CWC PARTNERS! CANNON, MILDRED HUTCHERSON, EMMA JOHNSON, ELOISE KIMBER, VANESSA MATTHEW, CHARLOTTE PHYFER, ROSE Pictured 2nd from the right, is Wisconsin CWC Recording Secretary, Samantha Montgomery with Partners from Women in Action at Bountiful Harvest Church s 38th Anniversary. This event was in connection with their Family & Friends Day. What a wonderful time they had as they worshipped God, fellowshipped with one another, and ate good food.