The mission of Women's Connection is to provide opportunities for women to cultivate intimacy with Christ and each other.
"And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit." Ephesians 2:22
Women's Connection Team: Cindy Alspaw, Karen Cunningham, Alana Greene, Katie Hambright, Nancy Harvey, Katherine Hilliard, Wanda Link & Joni Smith
For more information about Women's Connection or for volunteer opportunities please contact
Upcoming Events:
FEBRUARY 24 and 25
Grace – letting go of the try-hard life
Speaker: Emily P. Freeman
Are you anxious, discouraged and tired from the weight of trying to hold it all together and of longing left unmet? We tend to focus only on the things we can handle, on what we do to make our lives the ones we think we’re supposed to live. But what would happen if we let grace pour out boundless acceptance into our worn-out hearts and undo us? If we dared to talk about the ways we hide, our longing to be known, and the fear in the knowing? Emily will invite you to release your tight hold on that familiar, try-hard life and lean your weight heavy into the love of Jesus. You’ll be encouraged to move from your own impossible expectations toward the God who has graciously, miraculously, and lovingly found you.
All the details…..
Location: CBC
Friday, Feb. 24th
6pm – 9pm Doors open at 5:45. Dinner provided.
Enjoy refreshments and one another if you choose to linger for awhile: 9-10pm
Saturday, Feb. 25th
8am – 5pm Doors open at 7:45, Breakfast and lunch provided
Cost: $50
Last day to register is Feb. 20th
A $10 non-refundable deposit must be made to register.
Registration and complete payment is due by Feb. 20th. Scholarships available by .
Click here to register online.
You can also register at the Women’s Connection table on Sundays or by contacting
On Saturday, we will have 2 break-out sessions. A chance to have some fun and learn something new! We will try to accomodate each registrants requests for which sessions they would like to attend but they are first come/first serve! The descriptions of each session are below and you will have an opportunity to choose your top two choices on the registration page.
MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Creative centerpieces on a budget
Presented by Dell Nichols
Does your table need a little sprucing up? Come to this session to learn how to use containers you already have, greenery from your yard, and flowers from the grocery store to create unusual centerpieces.
Tot School
Presented by Katie Wilson and Melissa Scott
Come learn some innovative ways to educate & stimulate your toddler at home. Give your child the opportunity to develop motor skills, be creative and explore their world with simple activities.
Finding Simplicity in your Home
Presented by Catie Eller
As February rolls around, your New Year’s Resolution to “Get Organized” might have taken a back seat to the busyness of life. This session will re-energize you to see organizing as a process instead of a destination, while equipping you with many practical tips along the way. Come hear a professional organizer share ways to create an organized home, be an organized mom, and tame your technology in our quest for simplicity.
Quick Tips and Tricks to Cooking Healthy for your Family
Presented by Candice Smith
Being a mom is so rewarding but feeding your family healthy meals and foods can seem impossible at times, especially if you have picky eaters. Join me for a session of tips and tricks to feed your family healthy foods at home or on the go!
Finding God's Grace In Marriage
Presented by Susan Black
Marriage is this life's most intimate relationship. Why is it that it often seems to be such hard work? God's desire is to use our marriages to grow us, to change us, and to intertwine our hearts more deeply with His. In that process, He can grow a love that intertwines our hearts more deeply with the hearts of our husbands. It's a lifelong journey, and it's a gift of His grace. So...how do we, as wives, submit to and cooperate in this holy, and sometimes difficult, process?
Plan It, Style It
Presented by Lindsay Kingdon
Come and learn from an event planner the basics of event planning and design. We will discuss how to host a fabulous, fun, and creative event from start to finish. The elements of an event that we’ll cover include the guest list, theme, design, menu, decor, timeline, and other special event components.
They Say It’s Your Birthday!
Presented by Arika Miller and Erin Sands
Do you want to throw an amazing birthday party for your child but don’t know where to start? Join us as we talk about creative party ideas and tips for making your little one feel extra special on the big day! Topics include themes, decorations, guest list, venues and activities...and of course CAKE!!
Making Your Quiet Time More Meaningful
Presented by Beth Howard
"Quiet Time" - What exactly is that? For women, isn't that an oxymoron? Come and join us as we look at the "3 R's" of time with the Lord.
Getting Fit, Not Frustrated
Presented by Olinda Branch
Getting fit isn't nearly as hard you might think! With simple tips on nutrition and fitness ideas, Olinda Branch, of Fitness One Training Systems will share the "secrets" that can lead you to a healthier lifestyle and a fitter body.
T-Shirt Treasures
Presented by Kelsey Dumoulin
Don't just pin those ideas from Pinterest, but actually learn how to do one! In this session you will learn how to turn an old t-shirt into a fabulous infinity scarf with multiple looks including clip-on rosettes and embellishments. Learn that crafty talent is not needed for this super easy creation as you save the landfill from just one more piece of clothing! Unique and hip!
AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS
The Grass is Always Greener: Landscaping 101
Presented by Lori Hawkins
Do you want to plan and create a gorgeous yard for you and your neighbors to enjoy but you need some direction? In this session, Lori, of Hawkins Landscaping will teach us some of the basics of plants and placement!
Crafts: Big Ideas for your Littlest Ones
Presented by Amber Parker
Do you need creative, yet inexpensive ideas for your preschooler? Looking for fun crafts to fill your afternoon? Come join us in learning some fun and sometimes delicious crafts any preschooler would love.
The Joyful Home Manager
Presented by Kristin Kocher
Are you a young mom who feels overwhelmed by all the roles you juggle (mom, wife, meal planner, chef, maid, referee, etc?) Do you struggle with fitting in all the things you have to do in a day and wonder where your joy in it all has gone? Come and get inspired with some ideas that may help simplify your life and enable you to more enjoy the roles God has granted you at this stage.
Healthy Salad Ideas with Color and Crunch
Presented by Jane Schrum
Want to get the weight off but still enjoy eating? Learn how to make these quick, nutritious and colorful salads: Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Mid-eastern Tabouleh, Meal-in-a-bowl (broccoli slaw, etc.), Oriental Chicken Salad, Tex-Mex Salad.Samples to taste.
Encouraging the Parent's Heart
Presented by Jenna Simms
Whether you are brand new to the adventure or are realizing that this lifelong job that has no turning back is harder than you thought, you are invited to come be revitalized in your parenting journey as we dig into some of the many morsels God offers us on this topic in His Word. Parenting, though one of life's greatest joys, can be challenging, but we are not left without example, instructions, and encouragement from the perfect parent, our Heavenly Father. Join me as we are reminded of some of His thoughts on this calling He has given us.
Cupcakery
Presented by Lindsay Kingdon
This session is all about perfecting cupcakes! Lindsay, a graduate of Johnson and Wales University, will focus on recipes for 3 types of homemade cake and buttercream, and learn how to frost and decorate 2 sizes of cupcakes. This session will include baking tips, garnish ideas, icing techniques, cupcake equipment, and of course cupcake tasting!
Using Your Brain Power to Manage Stress
Presented by Gail Bentley
Participants will have an opportunity to identify their Brain Dominance. The discussion will focus on how to identify and manage “stress triggers” based on brain dominance. Participants will learn various exercises and strategies for managing stress.
Let's Make a Memory!
Presented by Barb Eller
Ladies- Are you looking for ways to make memories with your family and cherished friends? Would you like creative ideas for how to preserve some of those memories? There are so many opportunities right in front of us for ways to bond with those we love and unique mediums for keeping those memories alive. Join us and bring along some of your ideas as well!
Camera 101
Presented by Patty Gales
Are you tired of blurry and out of focus pictures? Do you have a camera with a host of settings but it stays on "auto" all the time? If you want to learn how to take quality pictures this is the session for you! Come learn as professional photographer, Patty Gales, discusses the basics of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO.
About the speaker
Emily P. Freeman, author of Grace for the Good Girl, is a writer, speaker, and listener. She is the creator of the blog, Chatting at the Sky, where she combines photos and story to create space for souls to breathe. She is deeply curious about the mystery of Christ, the gracefulness of the everyday, and the sacredness of our inner lives. Everything she writes or speaks about comes from this curiosity and the deep conviction that every need, desire, and expectation is met in the person of Jesus Christ.
She writes for DaySpring’s blog, (in)courage and has travelled as writer with Compassion International to raise awareness for the needs of children living in poverty. She attended Columbia International University to study the Bible and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro where she earned a degree in Educational Interpreting for the Deaf.
Emily and her husband, John, attend Westover Church in North Carolina where John is the high school pastor and Emily leads a small group of junior girls. John and Emily have been married for ten years and have three children. Emily’s book for high school girls, Graceful, will release in September 2012.