1) Action Group: Justice Cafe - Facilitator: Carmen Wittmeir, Assistant: Jenn Massig
Is it possible to change the world in only two hours? Find out at the “Justice Café,” a casual setting where women share ideas and take direct action to rescue the smallest victims of trafficking and sexual exploitation. The funds we raise for Ratanak International, an organization dedicated to the helping the people of Cambodia, will enable children rescued from Cambodian brothels to discover family and grow into fulfilling, independent lives. Our goal is to provide at least five girls, aged 4-14, with the security of a year in foster care. Join us as we use a couple of hours each week to create a lifelong impact.
2) Boundaries: Part Two – Facilitator: Karen Van Reisen (Pre-req: Boundaries: Part One)
Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend address specific issues that confront today's Christians including:
- Feeling constantly overwhelmed
- Feeling God wants you to say “yes” to every request
- Feeling like people are taking advantage of you
- Not knowing your own boundaries or even what they are
3) Breaking Free: A Beth Moore Study - Facilitator: Sarah Coates (9 spots)
Breaking Free by Beth Moore leads you through a study of the Scriptures to discover the transforming power of freedom in Jesus Christ. Themes for this study come from Isaiah, a book about the captivity of God's children, the faithfulness of God, and the road to freedom.
This in-depth women's Bible study draws parallels between the captive Israelites of the Old Testament and New Testament believers in Jesus as the Promised Messiah. Beth looks at the Book of Isaiah through the lives of the kings who ruled during the prophet's ministry. These kings exemplify many of the obstacles to freedom with which we must deal. Using Scripture to help identify spiritual strongholds in your life, no matter how big or small, Beth explains that anything that hinders us from the benefits of knowing God is bondage.
We will spend our class time watching a video lecture each week with time for prayer and discussion. The workbook will have ten chapters with 5 daily studies to do each week for homework. Know that if you don’t do the homework you will still learn from the lectures as Beth is an excellent engaging speaker. However, you will be richly blessed if you complete the homework.
4) Coffee Tots: Facilitator: Roxanne Elenko
Want to connect with other moms outside of Women of Heart and still take the class you want to take? Sign up on this email list and be informed of different playdates around the city on varying days, times, and locations. Invite your friends and neighbours and enjoy the support and fellowship of other moms with young kids who are going through the same sleepless nights, feeding frenzies, and terrible tantrums!
5) Crochet Class – Facilitator: Jennifer Flanders, Assistant Facilitator: Valerie Zajac
Would you like to learn how to crochet in a relaxed environment? Do you already know how to crochet but never seem to find the time to finish that special project? Come and join the crochet group led by Jennifer and Valerie. Work at your own pace and just enjoy spending time with other ladies. Beginners are encouraged to purchase a “project package” for $15 that will give you everything you need to complete four fun and easy projects (kitchen towel, dishcloth, toque and scarf). The beginner projects in this project make great gifts! Project packages are available to all ladies in the crochet group but experienced crocheters are most welcome to bring their own supplies and projects.
6) Digital Photography - Facilitator: Bruce Ratzlaff, Assistant: Kiri Hiebert (12 spots)
Ever wanted to take better pictures with the camera you have? This amateur level class focuses on learning and practicing a few photo skills that will help you get the photographic results you have always wanted. Some of the many topics that will be covered include:
-What is going on inside the this little camera when you press the button – and why
-Digital camera menus – what it all means!
-Why is this camera so dumb?
-ISO, White Balance, f-stops, shutter speed, exposure, aperture, depth of field and other camera speak
-Painting with light – how to spot/manage the effects and opportunities presented by lighting conditions
-Basic photo composition – simple ideas that improve the results
-How to photograph your beautiful baby, landscapes, groups, sports, night, etc
-Black & White – why & when
-Using your PC to improve your original shots
-And much more!
7) The Purpose of Easter – Facilitator: Holly Brucks
Want to study the details behind the Easter story? This class will provide you with an opportunity to study many topics surrounding the meaning of Easter. Some of these topics will include: the Passover; Jesus – the fulfillment of prophecy; the details of the Easter story; the second coming of Christ; and living an authentic relationship with Jesus. This class will also include an Easter craft, time for connecting and sharing, as well as time for study. Course materials - $25.
8) Search for Significance: Part Two – Facilitator: Carolyn Fritzler (Pre-req: Search for Significance: Part One)
Robert McGee's best-selling book has helped millions of readers learn how to be free to enjoy Christ's love while no longer basing their self-worth on their accomplishments or the opinions of others. In fact, Billy Graham said that it was a book that should be read by every Christian. You will:
- Gain new skills for getting off the performance treadmill
- Discover how four false beliefs have negatively impacted your life
- Learn how to overcome obstacles that prevent you from experiencing the truth that your self-worth is found only in the love, acceptance, and forgiveness of Christ
9) The Truth Project – Facilitator: Christina Trummer (12 spots)
The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum designed to communicate the Christian worldview. Each 1 hour DVD features Dr. Del Tackett instructing in a University-like atmosphere, allowing for discussion after. There are segments by apologists and theologians such as Os Guinness, R.C. Sproul and Ravi Zacharias, as well as people of various other-than-Christian worldviews. The lessons look at life from a biblical perspective discussing the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life. To learn more, please check: thetruthproject.org. There is no cost but there is an optional “Truth Project Daily Travelogue” devotional available for $15 through focusonthefamily.ca
10) Winter Potpourri – Facilitator: Verna Ratzlaff, Assistants: Mandee Davidson, Lindsay Howard
Ever had trouble deciding which class you wanted to take? Ever wish that you could enroll in 3 or more classes at once? Or have you ever been concerned about missing a class or two and then falling behind? If so, then Winter Potpourri is for you. This class delves into a different topic each week …
Jan. 27 Ask an expert I – What Motivates People – Daniel Pink
Feb. 3 Your choice I – bring a project of your choice to work on
Feb. 10 Book Club I – Safely Home – Randy Alcorn – Lindsay Howard
Feb. 17 Project Management – Georgina Forest, Professional Organizer
Mar. 3 Bible Reading Challenge – Proverbs 31 – Mandee Davidson
Mar. 10 – Serve in Children’s Ministry
Mar. 17 Book Club II – Too Small to Ignore – Dr. Wes Stafford – Verna
Mar. 31 Your choice II – bring a project of your choice to work on
Apr. 7 Time Management – Georgina Forest, Professional Organizer
Apr. 14 Ask an expert II – submit questions – we’ll find expert answers
Safely Home – by Randy Alcorn
A soul-stirring story of two college friends who reconnect after 20 years. One is living life apart from God in comfortable corporate America, while the other is living for Christ under intense persecution in China. This challenging book will convict the heart of readers to live in the light of eternity
Too Small to Ignore – by Dr. Wes Stafford
Dr. Stafford issues an urgent call for change. His adventures as a boy raised in a West African village provide an often-humorous and always-captivating backdrop to his profound and inspiring challenges. Wess lived the reality of “it takes a village to raise a child” and calls us to “be that loving village for children everywhere.”This book will encourage you to turn your good, loving intentions into strategic actions and empower you to help change the world–and the future–forever: one child at a time.
