NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana--More than 40 mothers, daughters and granddaughters gathered at Ticfaw State Park, April 14 to 16, for a treat with the theme, Partner With God.The New Orleans Women's Ministry, directed by Linda Babineaux, sponsored the retreat. They sent invitations to the Raceland, Slidell and Hammond, Louisiana, churches, all pastored by Mike Horchak and his wife, Pam.The retreat began Friday evening, April 14, with dinner and a praise and worship service. Many women expressed how much they all seemed to need this time away from their home responsibilities to be with God and each other.
During a sharing session on Saturday, many of the women told of trials the Lord had removed so they could attend the retreat. Many shared stories of their personal call to grace. Time was set aside for quiet reflection.
Men from the Hammond church prepared the Saturday evening meal. The evening ended, after a hands-on workshop, of making potted plants with messages to take home to remind the women and their families of their commitment to partner with God.
Sunday morning the women had a praise and worship service. Then they broke into small groups and took turns praying for each other's needs. The Sunday afternoon session ended with a communion service led by Mr. Horchak. Gilda Crosby and Ethel Vinnett.
KUMASI, Ghana--The Kumasi Women's Ministry has acquired uniforms, according to Angeline Ojih. The women wear it whenever they have a meeting, and pin their badges on during special occasions. The badges feature the church logo. The uniforms add a special feeling of belonging.
In many parts of Africa uniforms are worn by members of various church activity groups.
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