You are welcome to attend Connections–a free, informal program ministering to the needs of women on Wednesdays, 9:30-11:00a.m. Childcare provided for nursery & preschool. No registration needed, drop in any week.
* Connections will be canceled if Hempfield School District is delayed or canceled.

Sept. 7
“Hope for New Beginnings” ~ Ruthie Dunkle: Start the new school year on the right foot with Ruthie’s encouragement.

Sept. 14
Welcome Brunch ~ A relaxed time of socializing! Please bring a favorite dish to share.

Sept. 21
“Sowing Seeds of Encouragement” ~ Deb Kilheffer

Sept. 28
“Learning to Love Your Marriage & the People in It” ~ Lisa Heft

Oct. 5
Mom’s Field Trip to Lake Grubb. Come enjoy some exercise and conversation as we walk around Lake Grubb
(We’ll leave from the church at 9:30, and carpool to Lake Grubb; children will have their normal activities)

Oct. 12
“Don’t Give In…God Wants YOU to Win!” ~ DVD Series ~ Thelma Wells

Oct. 19
“Don’t Give In…God Wants YOU to Win!” ~ DVD Series, Part II ~ Thelma Wells

Oct. 26
Craft Day ~ Card Stamping
An opportunity to create easy, yet beautiful greeting cards.

Nov. 2
“Teaching Manners and Respect to Children” ~ Sharon Charles

Nov. 9
“Messy Spirituality:  The Spirituality of Imperfection”~ Kaylene Derkson

Nov. 16
Gift Jar Assembly
(fee per jar made will apply)
Join us as we assemble jar mixes you can use for holiday gifts.

Nov. 23
NO MEETING…HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Nov. 30
Chalk Talk:  “The Reason We Celebrate the Season” ~ Elva Hurst
Elva will combine artwork with music to create a stunning Christmas portrait.

Dec. 7
Mom’s Day Out ~ (childcare extended to 12:00pm)
Enjoy a morning of free time, while your children have their normal activities.

Dec. 14
Christmas Party
Bring a dish to share as we relax & celebrate the joyous Christmas season.

Dec. 21 & 28
NO MEETINGS…HAVE A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS VACATION

Jan. 4
“Ratty Bathrobes, Cranky Kids and other Romantic Moments” ~ Tami Horst
Tami will encourage us through the everyday moments of life.

Jan. 11
An Easy Morning of Yoga with Judy Yoder
Come in comfortable clothes & bring an exercise mat or towel.

Jan. 18
“Our Story” ~ Merv & Reba Hess
Come hear Hess’s personal story of walking with a child who struggles with addiction.

Jan. 25
“Hospitality-Open Heart, Open Home” ~ Rita Richard
Come and be encouraged to show hospitality to others.

Feb. 1
“Let’s Make Some Memories” ~ Scrapbooking Day
Bring your latest scrapbook or other craft project to work on.

Feb. 8
“Delicious Desserts” ~ Janet Weaver
Janet will share recipes, tips and samples of some fabulous dessert ideas.

Feb. 15
“Keeping Your Love Relationship Alive” ~ Nancy & Gene Forrey
Forreys will share ways to keep our marriages vibrant.

Feb. 22
Game Day
Come enjoy a day of fun & games; bring a favorite game to share with the group.

Feb. 29
Service Project
Join us for a project as we give back to the community.

Mar. 7
“What’s it Worth?  Re-discovering God’s Value for Everyday Moments.” ~  Gina Burkhart

Mar. 14
Movie Morning ~ “Soul Surfer”
The astonishing true story of a courageous 13-year-old surfer who lost her arm to a shark attack—but never lost her faith!

Mar. 21
Movie Morning ~ “Soul Surfer” Part II

Mar. 28
“The Joy of Being A Servant” ~ Bonni Greiner
Learn how to be joyful as we serve others.

Apr. 4
NO MEETING…HAVE A JOYOUS EASTER!!!

Apr. 11
“Connections Favorite Things!” ~ Summer Edition
What are some of your favorite summer products?  Share them with the group.

Apr. 18
“Gardening with Young Children” ~ Dorothy Leatherman
Learn some tips and trips to help making gardening fun for children.

Apr. 25
Farewell Brunch & Perennial Swap…Bring a dish to share & any perennials you need to thin.

Have a great summer & see you in September!

Welcome to… Connections !

…a free, informal program ministering to the needs of women

Wednesdays, 9:30-11:00a.m.

At Landisville Mennonite Church (enter in rear doors)

3320 Bowman Road, Landisville, 898-0071

Childcare provided for nursery & preschool.

No registration needed, drop in any week.

www.landisvillemennonite.org

*Connections will be canceled if Hempfield School District is delayed or canceled.

Fall 2010 Schedule

Sept. 8                         “Women in the Bible” ~ Ruthie Dunkle

We’ll learn valuable lessons, from Biblical women, through this study of scripture.

Sept. 15            Welcome Brunch ~ Apple Theme

A relaxed time of socializing!  Please bring a favorite apple dish to share.

Sept. 22           “The Broken Road” ~ Lynelle Wenger

Lynelle’s personal journey through infertility and despair, to hope and adoption.

Sept. 29           “Talking with your Child about Puberty & Sex” ~ Abby Keiser

Learning how to best handle some of life’s uncomfortable moments.

Oct. 6                           “Giving Our Kids A Solid BASE” ~ Tami Horst

Tips to raise our children with confidence.

Oct. 13             Mom’s Field Trip to Lake Grubb

Come enjoy some exercise and conversation as we walk around Lake Grubb.

(We’ll leave from the church at 9:30, and carpool to Lake Grubb; children will have their normal activities)

Oct. 20             “Enhancing Your Fall Decorating” ~ Penn State Cooperative Extension

Explore ways to use fall items, such as pumpkins & gourds to beautify our homes.

Oct. 27             Field Trip for Mom’s & Tot’s ~ Eastland Alpacas (Cost is $2/person)

Come and visit the alpacas and get up close and personal with these lovable animals.

Nov. 3                           “A Story of Forgiveness:  The Weaver Tragedy” ~ Sam Thomas with Leon & Nancy Stauffer

See how Landisville Menn. has “lived” forgiveness after being rocked by a tragedy.

Nov. 10                         Craft Day ~ Card Stamping

An opportunity to create easy, yet beautiful greeting cards.

Nov. 17             “The Power Of A Thankful Heart” ~ Ann Gibbel

At this time of Thanksgiving, what does it really mean to be thankful?

Nov. 24                         NO MEETING…

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Dec. 1               “Connections Favorite Things!”

What are some of your favorites?  Come and share your favorites with the group.

Dec. 8               Mom’s Day Out ~ (childcare extended to 12:00pm)

Enjoy a morning of free time, while your children have their normal activities.

Dec. 15             Christmas Party

Bring a dish to share as we relax & celebrate the joyous Christmas season.

Dec. 22 & 29    NO MEETINGS…

HAVE A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS VACATION

Jan. 5                           “Enhancing Your Devotional Life” ~ Marcia Harnish

Let’s kick off the New Year by giving our devotional life a jump-start.

Jan. 12                         An Easy Morning of Yoga with Judy Yoder

Come in comfortable clothes & bring and exercise mat or towel.

Jan. 19                         Photography ~ Amy Hoyer

Amy will share tips and tricks for getting great family and child portraits.

Jan. 26                         “Womanism” ~ Jane Weigel

Are you puzzled by feminism and traditional roles of women?  Discover your special role for “such a time as this.”

Feb. 2                           Spa Day

Come and kick back, relax and spend a little time pampering yourself.

Feb. 9                           “Marriage Revisited” ~ Gina and Dan Burkhart

Burkhart’s will offer encouragement as we work at our own marriages.

Feb. 16             “Meals In A Snap” ~ Julia Kobie

Julia will share some of her tips & tricks for quick and easy meal preparation.

Feb. 23                         “Sacred Parenting ” ~ Gary Thomas

Through this DVD Series, we’ll learn how raising children shapes our souls.

Mar. 2              “Sacred Parenting-Part 2” ~ Gary Thomas

Mar. 9              “Spiritual Intimacy In Marriage” ~ Sharon Charles from Abundant Living Ministries

Can being closer to God really draw us closer to our spouse?

Mar. 16                         “Let’s Make Some Memories” ~ Scrapbooking Day

Bring your latest scrapbook or other craft project to work on.

Mar. 23            Keeping Our Kids Safe on the “World Wide Web” ~ Jonathan Bowman

Jonathan will share about what we can do to keep our kids protected on the internet.

Mar. 30            Service Project

Join us for a project as we give back to the community.

Apr. 6               Connections Auction ~ Setup

Bring your basket for the auction, and help us set up for our bi-annual fundraiser.

Apr. 13                         “Majoring In Motherhood” ~ Lisa Heft

Lisa will offer encouragement to young Moms, as we walk through the journey of Motherhood.

Apr. 20                         “Our Words Make A Difference” ~ Bonni Greiner

We’ll explore just how much our words affect those around us.

Apr. 27                         Farewell Brunch & Perennial Swap…Bring a dish to share & any perennials you need to thin.

Have a great summer & see you in September!

Wednesdays, 9:30-11:00a.m.
At Landisville Mennonite Church (enter in rear doors)
3320 Bowman Road, Landisville, 898-0071

Childcare provided for nursery & preschool.

No registration needed, drop in any week.

* Connections will be canceled if Hempfield School District is delayed or canceled.

Fall 2009 Schedule

Sept. 9 “Raising Girls” ~ Jane Weigel

Biological information influencing how we raise our daughters.

Sept. 16 Welcome Brunch ~ Pumpkin Treats

A relaxed time of socializing! You are invited to bring a pumpkin dish to share.

Sept. 23 “How to be a Tightwad” ~ Jalisa Gingrich

Let’s take a look at how we can stretch a dollar.

Sept. 30 Craft Day ~ Card Stamping

An opportunity to create easy, yet beautiful greeting cards.

Oct. 7 “Women & Hormones” ~ Doreen Jemison

Why we are the way we are!

Oct. 14 Field Trip to Lake Grubb

Come enjoy some exercise and conversation as we walk around Lake Grubb.
(We’ll leave from the church at 9:30, and carpool to Lake Grubb; children will have their normal activities)

Oct. 21 Crockpot Recipes/Inspirational Sharing

Fill a crock pot with your favorite recipe, and bring a copy of the recipe to share.

Oct. 28 “Love & Respect” ~ Idella Otto

We’ll take a look at how love & respect really can improve our marriages.

Nov. 4 “Women in the Bible” ~ Ruthie Dunkle

We’ll learn valuable lessons, from Biblical women, in this study of scripture.

Nov. 11 Service Project

Come join us as we knot fleece blankets to give back to the community.

Nov. 18 “Healthy Humor, Lively Laughter” ~ Bernice Wagner

Learning to experience the joy of everyday life.

Nov. 25                         NO MEETING…

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Dec. 2 Mom’s Day Out ~ (9:30 to 11:00am; no extended childcare)

Enjoy a morning of free time, while your children have their normal activities.

Dec. 9 “Christmas Traditions” ~ Rita Richard

The Reason for the Season vs. the Call of the Mall

Dec. 16 Christmas Party

Bring a dish to share as we relax & celebrate the joyous Christmas season.

Dec. 23 & 30    NO MEETINGS…

HAVE A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS VACATION!

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Spring 2010 Schedule

Jan. 6 “Organization 101” ~ Cindi Moses

We kick off the New Year cleaning out closets and getting organized.

Jan. 13 An Easy Morning of Yoga with Judy Yoder

Come in comfortable clothes & bring and exercise mat or towel.

Jan. 20 “Will & Estate Planning” ~ Heather Nehila

Looking at end of life planning, as parents with young children.

Jan. 27 “Let’s Make Some Memories” ~ Scrapbooking Day

Bring your latest scrapbook or other craft project to work on.

Feb. 3 “Sacred Marriage”, Gary Thomas ~ Part 1

Through this DVD series, Gary Thomas will invite us to see how God can use marriage as a discipline and motivation to love Him more and reflect more of the character of His Son.

Feb. 10 Sacred Marriage ~ Part 2

Feb. 17 Sacred Marriage ~ Part 3

Feb. 24 Game Day

Bring your favorite game to play, sit back and enjoy the fun!

Mar. 3 Mom’s Day Out (9:30 – 11:00 am; no extended childcare)

Enjoy a morning of free time, while your children have their normal activities.

Mar. 10 “The Prodigal Son” ~ Gina Burkhart

Gina will guide us through lessons we can learn from the story of the prodigal son.

Mar. 17 Beth Shalom

Come learn about this local program, designed for single women and mothers in crisis.

Mar. 24 “Stress Management” ~ John Weigel

Taking a look at healthy ways to manage and reduce stress.

Mar. 31             NO MEETING…

HAPPY EASTER!

Apr. 7 “Talking with your Child about Puberty & Sex” ~ Abby Kreiser

Learning how to best handle some of life’s uncomfortable moments.

Apr. 14 Vegetable Gardening ~ Penn State Cooperative Extension

Come and learn some of the basics of gardening with us.

Apr. 21 “Being a Woman of Prayer” ~ Bonni Greiner

Bonni will lead us, as we take a closer look into being Godly women.

Apr. 28 Farewell Brunch & Perennial Swap…Bring a dish to share & any perennials you need to thin.

Have a great summer & see you in September!