Women of Acts
Praise the Lord for what He has done through His people! Just like the women in the early church in Acts lifted up Paul and his ministry, we have done the same for Anne. I think we had all three types of women there last night.
Just as Dorcas used her hands to make coats for the widows in the early church, we had women who used their hands for good works. Women who lovingly did the work of setting up, cleaning up, and cooking the food.
Just as Lydia used her business sense and wealth to support Paul and the church, we had women who gave generously of what God has given them. Women who freely gave what they had to encourage Anne.
Just as Priscilla used her words to encourage Paul and Apollos, women used their words to encourage. Writing notes to Anne and speaking love and kindness to her.
Much was accomplished because many members of the Body of Christ came together to use their gifts and talents to minister. Kylee and I could have had Anne over for dinner and given her some money but it would have been so small compared to what we did as a group of believers. It is how God wants His church to work. I am so grateful for all who took part in our event and am already looking ahead to our next gathering! Below you can see fairly simply the results of our evening.
The Stats:
40 women
1 missionary
4 cakes
1 pie
6 dozen cookies and brownie bites
Countless cups of coffee
5 giveaways
3 teen helpers
6 sponsors
Equals
30 encouraging notes
$670.00 for Anne’s ministry
Anne Speaking to us
Kylee, Anne, & Keri
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[...] first event took place on April 19, 2010. Anne Sokol was the speaker. She shared her heart for the midwifery [...]
Julia
658 days ago
So glad to have been a part and looking forward to the next one!
Laura
658 days ago
Wow, so great to see how much was given to support Anne and her family. Enjoyed the opportunity to see Anne again and to hear about her ministry. Thanks to both you Keri and Kylee for allowing God to use you to be a blessing to Anne.
proud papa
658 days ago
Some things are important to do. Good job
Keri
658 days ago
Thanks for all the encouragement. I’m so grateful for everyone’s involvement and sacrifice. Can’t wait to have our next event. Kylee and I are already talking about it!
Anne Sokol
643 days ago
Thank you lovely ladies for a wonderful evening! I will remember it for a very long time–it was very encouraging–thank you!