Welcome to Central Wesleyan

• Identity: "Who am I?"
• Importance: "Do I matter?"
• Impact: "What is my place in life?"

• Learning to love God through worship
• Learning to love others through fellowship
• Growing in maturity through discipleship
• Learning to serve others by discovering our place of service through ministry
• Learning to share our lives and tell others the good news through missions
  
  

Spiritual Development

	Stepping Up A new Beth Moore Bible study is being offered for women this summer. Stepping Up is a journey through the Psalms of Ascent, which explores Psalms 120-134. Traveling pilgrims sang these psalms both on the way to the great festivals of the Jews and as key elements of the worship at those festivals. Students will interact with Beth Moore and the Scriptures in new ways. They will gain a new appreciation for the life of faith as a journey to greater fellowship with and worship of God. This six-week study began on Wednesday, June 11, 2008 and will finish on Wednesday, July 23. We meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and the cost is $18.00 for the workbook. You may still join if you'd like. To register for this class, please call Cathy at 395.3113.
	Women of the Word (WOW) led by Lynnelle Pierce This summer Lynnelle is teaching about Paul's journey. We meet on the first Monday night (7 p.m.) or Tuesday morning (9:30 a.m.). On July 7 or 8, we'll be talking about Philippians. On August 4 and 5 we'll be talking about Colossians. If you have any questions, please contact Cathy at 395.3113.
	M&Ms (with Peanuts) 2nd, 4th and 5th Tuesdays, 9:15-11:15 a.m. (C161) during the school year. We begin again September 7. Moms & Mentors nurtures and meets the needs of mothers of preschoolers and elementary age children. Registration is $5 per meeting for childcare in Peanuts, our children’s program. Throughout the year we will also have brunches and craft time.
	Moms in Touch, Theresa Buhl 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Wednesdays, 6:30–8 p.m., (C160) during the school year. We begin again September 7. Stand in the gap by praying for kids and their schools. Info on other Moms In Touch groups can be found online at www.momsintouch.org.
	College Moms In Touch, Lu Maatman Thursdays, 9:45-10:45 a.m. (D214) during the school year. We begin again September 7. If you have children who are college-aged or career-oriented, join this Moms in Touch group. Contact Lu at 392.1968
	Grandmas in Touch, Marlae Gritter Thursdays, 11 a.m. to noon (C162) during the school year. We begin again September 7. Following the Moms In Touch format we pray for our grandkids and their schools

Relationship Development

	Apples of Gold Led by Lu Maatman, Lisa Rapp, Lisa Bomers Apples of Gold is a nurturing program for younger women. To be involved in the next eight-week class, call Cathy at 395.3113.
	Girlfriends Participants: Women 45 and older Purpose: To establish a friendship ministry for women to gather together to share experiences and God’s love and Word alive. Meetings: Once a month gatherings will be held. Every other month will be an outing. Each gathering will focus on a piece of scripture related to the activity. Activities will include one missions project per year, the yearly Women of Faith Conference and more. Check out our upcoming activities. Color: Pink for Passionate Women Contact: Rox Bushen at 269.751.8641, 616.690.3637, or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .
	Celebrating God Moments Imagine creating a photo album that not only shares your memories, but glorifies God. While many people are overwhelmed by “scrapbooking”, consider “Faithbooking”—using your albums to share your faith. Meets from 6 to 9 p.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month in Gathering Grounds. Contact Teressa for more info at 269.561.6531. We meet during the school year. We begin again September 7.
	Prayer Shawl Ministry Do you knit or crochet? You can be God's hands and heart to His hurting family. Click here for more information. We meet in C164 on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 2:30 p.m. and the 1st Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. Contact Jean at 335.7285 for information.
	Healing Hearts Ministries Healing Hearts is a Christian organization devoted to women who have personally experienced the trauma of abortion. Contact Barb at 396.2764 for more information about class schedules or counseling. All calls are confidential.
	Meals For Moms Meals for Moms is a helping ministry for new mothers. Meals are brought to their homes after the arrival of their babies. If you are interested in helping with this ministry, please contact Kristin VanDyke at 616.648.2034.
	Women's Christmas Dessert December 4 & 5, 6:30-9 p.m. Join us for this beautiful event with decorated tables and scrumptious desserts! Click here for photos and more information.

Community Opportunities

Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) A group of interdenominational women who meet on Wednesdays at 9:15 a.m. at Central Wesleyan Church or Mondays at 6:55 p.m. at First Reformed Church of Zeeland. For more information call Barb at 394.0073.