Capturing Scripture

I didn't take any "people pictures" this weekend, but I took some pictures of a different variety.

So Long, Insecurity! ....a follow-up event!

So, now that we all have (re)discovered the value of the body of Christ and our individual giftings in it, we're sure to struggle with issues of insecurity about living out God's calling in our lives at some point! I heard about something a few weeks ago that I think would be a great resource as a follow up to our weekend together and I'm planning to be there. I'd love to go up with a group if anyone wants to join me!

It's Beth Moore's "So Long, Insecurity," and it's happening on April 24 as a nationwide simulcast conference.

Here are the details:
Location: New Hope Church - 10330 Carmel Mountain Road, San Diego CA 92129
Time: 8:30 - 3:00
Cost: $39 (includes seminar, lunch, and a copy of the book)
RSVP: New Hope Church at info@newhopechurch.com, or 858.538.0888
Childcare: not provided

Hope to see everyone there!

Life Purpose from Laurie Wallin

So excited to share this with everyone! Thanks for posting, Jennifer and Elizabeth!

Here's mine. The "beautiful" part was something God stuck in as I was writing it Saturday night. It became one of the themes for me personally for the weekend as I thought about my life post baby-making season (we just weaned our last baby...). I'd been a little lost about my identity physically as a woman since then and so here is what God showed me He sees in me right now:

"I am a beautiful woman,
A receiver of miracles,
A practitioner of hope.
One who trusts and believes God,
Who shines in His giftings,
Who embraces life's challenges with joy and strength,
Who helps others see His majesty and love in their lives."

life purpose from jennifer sparks

It's simple and straight forward, but it works no matter what my job is or isn't and in all areas of life. It's a part of who I am and something I want to stay true to:

"Mission: To be a tangible source of light and love"

elizabeth's life purpose

Okay ladies, here's my brave moment for the day:

As a beloved daughter of the King, I want to live a life of costly sacrifice,

laying down everything in service of the King,

growing in my strengths and living in grace with my weaknesses,

following my call to shepherd God's people

into the fullness of who He has called them to be.

Truthfully, that feels pretty lofty today, but I think that's because I'm tired :)

Blessings to all of you as you process and grow into the life God has called you to!

love,

elizabeth

The Invisible Woman

Hey ladies!

Diana Windsor sent me this after we got home, saying that "it fit right in with our retreat theme." I agree! So here you go - be blessed!

love,

elizabeth

Let's See What Can Happen When We Choose To Thrive Together!

As women, we spend a lot of time just trying to make it to the next thing. In the midst of all of life's pressures- family, friends, work, school, church, even culture & media- we do our best to balance the demands on our time and energy. But often we find ourselves isolated in survival mode. It's no wonder we long for a retreat, a place to withdraw and catch our breath.

We were created to thrive.

And so we should, but maybe retreating isn't the answer. Instead of just evacuating for a day or two and then diving back in the same way, what if we went to a place to encounter God in a way that fundamentally changed the way we live? Not a retreat, but a journey to transformation. A catalyst sparks a rapid and foundational change, forever altering the substances it encounters. We believe that God is longing to be the catalyst not only in our lives individually, but in our community, in our relationships with one another. And so we welcome you, as sisters and friends.

Let's thrive together!

Event: Catalyst 2.10: Thrive Together
Location: Calvary Chapel Conference Center, Murrieta Hot Springs, CA
Date: February 19-21, 2010
Cost: General - $175, Under 30 years of age - $100.
Registration Includes: all meals, lodging, workshops, and use of hot springs and rec facilities
Scholarships Available
For more information: contact Beckey@faithsandiego.org