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President
Renae Paulson |
Secretary
Mariann Vetrhus |
Pacific South Region 2020 Report
The annual “Cup of Blessing” fundraiser for National Women’s Ministry has taken place in February every year until this year. The NWM initiated a new fundraiser called “Spring into Giving” in April. A mailing went out to the Churches emphasizing the National Projects and needs. For the month of April, the churches were asked to announce the fundraiser and a bulletin insert was provided encouraging congregational participation. Our region had a good response for which we are thankful.
The ladies in many of the churches in the PRSW are very involved in special programs such as Bible studies and women’s night out. I continue to see how God is using the women in our region as relationships develop deeply as we study God’s Word together. Immanuel Lutheran Church in Pasadena has seen growth in our monthly Bible Studies. We completed a Beth Moore Bible study called Living Beyond YOURSELF; exploring the Fruit of the Spirit in 2019. The group is comprised of women who attend Immanuel church and those who are associated with other churches. Great discussions have led to greater understanding of the human condition and what God has planned for our lives.
In January 2020 Immanuel ladies started our new Bible studies A Woman’s HEART; God’s dwelling place by Beth Moore. Unfortunately, the COVID -19 hit in March and the studies were put on hold until we had our 1st Zoom meeting on the 16th of May. Not as good as being together in person but what a gift to be able to see and talk to each other and to share God’s Word.
The other shadow pandemic was in March with the cancellation of the Women’s Retreat. Oh, that was a hard one to take as our retreat was planned for the last part of March and wasn’t closed until 10 days before it was to start. This left us with extra angst as we wouldn’t be seeing so many that we have the wonderful opportunity to worship with annually.
Here we are in May and we have been sheltered in place for nearly 3 months without fellowship with our church families. While we have streaming services, the loss of contact with others is taking a toll on many of us. We continue to pray for each other and trust in God’s provision and plan.
The annual business meeting for PRSWM was also postponed due to the COVID flu. The office of President and Treasurer have agreed to stay in position until our retreat in March 2021.
Respectfully submitted,
Renae Paulson
Regional President, PRSWM (2018-2021)
The ladies in many of the churches in the PRSW are very involved in special programs such as Bible studies and women’s night out. I continue to see how God is using the women in our region as relationships develop deeply as we study God’s Word together. Immanuel Lutheran Church in Pasadena has seen growth in our monthly Bible Studies. We completed a Beth Moore Bible study called Living Beyond YOURSELF; exploring the Fruit of the Spirit in 2019. The group is comprised of women who attend Immanuel church and those who are associated with other churches. Great discussions have led to greater understanding of the human condition and what God has planned for our lives.
In January 2020 Immanuel ladies started our new Bible studies A Woman’s HEART; God’s dwelling place by Beth Moore. Unfortunately, the COVID -19 hit in March and the studies were put on hold until we had our 1st Zoom meeting on the 16th of May. Not as good as being together in person but what a gift to be able to see and talk to each other and to share God’s Word.
The other shadow pandemic was in March with the cancellation of the Women’s Retreat. Oh, that was a hard one to take as our retreat was planned for the last part of March and wasn’t closed until 10 days before it was to start. This left us with extra angst as we wouldn’t be seeing so many that we have the wonderful opportunity to worship with annually.
Here we are in May and we have been sheltered in place for nearly 3 months without fellowship with our church families. While we have streaming services, the loss of contact with others is taking a toll on many of us. We continue to pray for each other and trust in God’s provision and plan.
The annual business meeting for PRSWM was also postponed due to the COVID flu. The office of President and Treasurer have agreed to stay in position until our retreat in March 2021.
Respectfully submitted,
Renae Paulson
Regional President, PRSWM (2018-2021)
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PAST EVENT: Pacific South Region Women's RetreatMarch 29-31, 2019
Murrieta Hot Springs Christian Conference Center |