I’m back with a new episode of Gathering and Glean!
Ya’all I’ve spent hours trying to improve the quality of the video.
I shot and re-shot this video.
I tried to tweak the camera settings. But it wasn’t the camera. I checked and re-checked the software set-up.
Only to discover it was my lighting! The batteries on my portable lights had been slowly dying and all that I needed to do was tap into the power of some new batteries.
God was quick to remind me, how many times do I (we) neglect to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit and waste hours trying to fix things myself (ourselves)?!
Anyway…
In today’s episode I:
1. Highlight the Left-Right Nativity Game – you’ll want to add this to your Christmas fellowship!
2. Share a December planning tip – instead of a “do” this one’s a “don’t”.
3. Answer a viewer’s question – How do you decide what to do?
4. Share a secret resource for Christian books and resources that I’ve never revealed – ever!
5. Feature an idea that might help you overcome a big scheduling issue in Show and Tell.
6. Give you the opportunity to win a Christmas door prize – see details below!
Mentioned in the video:
Left Right Nativity Game
Should you cancel?
Library and Educational Services
Related articles:
3 Critical Calendar Planning Questions
My Favorite Christmas Icebreaker Games
The Ultimate List of Women’s Ministry Resources
One year ago: Icebreaker Game: What’s on ur phone?
Two years ago: Christmas Table Talk Cards (Free Printable)
Three years ago: Christmas Icebreaker: Pick a Side
Four years ago: Eight Planning Teams You Need for Your Table Event
I love Gather and Gleen! I find myself anticipating what you have for us on the next one. Your resources are very helpful. You are doing a great work. I have a question about the first G & G. On the movie trailer there seemed to be all young women in it. Would it be good for a group of women whose average age in 45–50?
Mary, are you referring to the trailer for Speaking to Sparrows? If so, yes! It would definitely be a good fit for a women aged 45-50. Women of all ages struggle with body image issues, which are addressed in the film. And viewing it may spur your women to mentor younger women. I think some of them may be a bit shocked to hear the depth and pain of the struggles those on the screen are dealing with. Liz, one of the producers, told me about a woman in her 70’s that viewed the film. She said she had tears streaming down her face as it ended – she was so moved and was crying tears of joy and thankfulness for the freedom she had found in Christ years before. I’d love to hear what they think if you all watch it!
Great resources – thanks so much!
Hi again! It’s Sylvie Adams and I recently sent a comment about my very first Women’s Ministry meeting and how nervous I was. You were so encouraging and uplifting. Thank you so much for that and your prayers. Well, the meeting was shall I say a meeting of strong personalities. I have quite a challenge ahead of me. After the meeting I questioned my commitment to being a leader to finish out a term of 7 months before elections are held next June. God has a plan and I need to tap into it. Anyway, thank you for your inspiration and ideas. One of the items of topic at my first meeting was to plan the church’s Christmas party. We are going to use the left right nativity game and instead of prizes we are all going to purchase a new pair of socks and at the end of the game the socks are going to be donated to Union Missions. We are also going to have door prizes and the condition to receiving a ticket you have to come with a can good to put towards a gift basket that we are preparing for a woman in our community whose husband is leaving her and the 15 kids. She is not attending our church but my Pastor learned about her and the church is going to provide the turkey. So that is it for now.
Sylvie – thank you for the update! Praying God will give you grace and confidence to meet the challenges you face. <3
Thank you for your Gather and Glean posts! Thanksgiving blessings to you!
Your posts and videos are the most practical and inspirational ideas I’ve seen while being able to keep it looking simple and personal at the same time. Really appreciate you and how you are serving us women. Thank you very much!
Thank you for all of these ideas!
Thank you so much for all the resources and ideas you provide for us as leaders. This was my first video session I’ve watched and I gleaned so much! You’re such a blessing to me! Sister hugs.
I’m loving your gather and gleans Cyndee thanx so much for sharing! I’m all signed up for Library and ed??? May God richly bless you and Happt thanksgiving to you as well?
I love the addition of your Gather and Glean to your ministry site, it makes it more personal. Your information has always been very helpful to me in my desire to minister to women. God bless you.
As a Women’s Ministry leader, I always look to Women’s Ministry Toolbox for new and fresh ideas. You never let me down! Thank you!!
Thank you for all your efforts to share with us! I know my ladies and I have benefited from you. 🙂
I don’t see the link to the library education site. Thanks for the tips today!
Great video! Thank you. Helpful information. I already use Library and Educational Services but it was good to be reminded to check there. Sharing about a Sunday Women’s Ministry gathering has got me thinking. Thanks!
The Gather and Glean videos are a great addition to the website. Appreciate your tips, ideas and resource suggestions greatly.
As a part of our Women’s Ministry Team, I always look to you and your website to share with the others on the team your wonderful insight into running a successful Women’s Ministry. Thank you for your inspiration!