Icebreakers are a Women’s Ministry Leader’s best friend.
Want to get the entire group talking? Do an icebreaker!
Want visitors to connect quickly? Do an icebreaker!
Want to inject a little fun into your event? Do an icebreaker!
We almost always, with rare exceptions, plan an icebreaker for every Women’s Ministry event and fellowship.
This one’s a keeper! Be sure to use the print button to make a copy.
Icebreaker: Marooned
Group size: 8+; divided into groups of 4-6.
Time needed: 15 minutes
Supplies: Piece of paper and pen for each group
Instructions:
Decide in advance how you to want to divide your ladies into groups. (See Creative Uses for Name Tags for ideas.) I’ve found it’s best to give the directions first and then let them gather into groups as it’s hard to get their attention back.
Say “Ladies, imagine that you and your group members have been marooned on an island. Your group needs to decide AND agree upon 5 items that you would have brought with if you knew there was a chance that you might be stranded. You’ll have 5 minutes to decide what your team’s 5 items will be. Please record them on the paper provided. At the end of the 5 minutes we’ll share our answers.”
Notes: Feel free to increase the number of items to 6 or 7 if time allows. Most groups will use one spot for their Bible – you could request their list be in addition to a Bible. Make it clear that they must all agree on an item before it goes on the list – debating is part of the fun!
Our group had a lot of fun with this one! It was interesting to hear them debating about whether or not to bring a cellphone – one commented that they probably wouldn’t get a signal and another pointed out that a cord to recharge it would be useless.
The most memorable response so far: a cabana boy! LOL
You may also want to read:
Icebreakers and Games
Women’s Ministry Bingo
The Great Candy Pass
Christmas Icebreaker Questions
Pass the Package
It was like you read my thoughts and concerns. I lost my brother this last year and combined with trying to get back into things after covid I have really struggled with a theme. I wanted it to be about encouragement but when I read “Mentoring Relationships With One Another” I felt that is exactly what we need. Many of the church members have had a particular rough year and we are in the process of “Going to the Next Level”. I really feel the old excitement of “knowing” this is it! I wanted to do Fall colors (bright oranges, yellows, green, and brown. Thank you so much and if you have decorating ideas that would help. Our Ladies Holiday Cookie Exchange is the 2nd Saturday, each November. Looking forward to your response.
PS., I know God answered my prayer, by this time each year I have my theme picked out and even the favors. Please if you have ideas for favors let me know. I thought of useing dried oranges and cinnamon sticks in some way with eucalyptus leaves.
Linda, thank you for sharing! I am so sorry for your loss. I personally love to hand out favors that include our scripture focus – whether that be the verse on a bookmark, magnet, or even just printed in a pretty font on a piece of cardstock (Canva is great for creating pretty things like that). Praying God will link women together in mentoring relationships!
I remember this from years ago. I am glad to see it is making a comeback, and I am hoping the younger moms I work with haven’t done this one yet!
Thanks Michelle! I hope they have a good time with it! 🙂