For I long to see you so that I may impart some spiritual gift to you, that you may be established; that is, that I may be encouraged together with you while among you, each of us by the other's faith, both yours and mine. (Romans 1:11-12)
Ministry is the most wonderful, exhausting, frustrating, rewarding, exciting, obnoxious, fun, meaningful, creative, thankless, enjoyable, fantastic job on the planet. We all need good times with good friends who truly understand ministry life. We need each other to stay encouraged, renewed, resting in the Lord. And we all need soul care to be sure that our heads, hearts and hands are all following hard after God.
No matter what life holds right now, Psalm One Ministries invites you to join us Saturday, June 26 for a “Sisterhood of the Fishbowl” Pastors' Wives Gathering in Sycamore, IL (about 90 minutes west of Chicago). Make plans now to treat yourself to some friendship, challenge and encouragement. Come join us for a refreshing and renewing day of input, support, laughter, celebrating! We will have some life-giving time with the Lord as well as a chance to share what life is bringing you right now.
We center in on three areas:
· Reconnecting with God--Ministry can sometimes keep us from really enjoying our walk with Jesus. It has been said that the pastor's wife is the only person in the church without a pastor. Come and revel in some non-ministry, non-"churchy", life-giving time with the Lord!
· Restoring your soul--Could you use some healing laughter? Have lost yourself in the busyness of life? Do you need a little soul care to rediscover yourself? How can we implement strategies and patterns to keep us healthy and happy in the busyness of our lives?
· Resourcing--I am part of the Caregivers Forum, an international network of people who minister to people in ministry. Whether you or your friends are seeking time away with your husband, intensive counseling, encouragement in your challenges, whatever--we have some invaluable resources to support you and your family in ministry.
We'll meet from 10 to 4 in a very beautiful home with lots of special touches just for you. This is a casual day with some fabulous, real women--no "Stepford Wives" allowed. Wonderful breakfast goodies and a great lunch and various materials will be provided. There is no set cost for this retreat, but if the Lord directs, you may make a tax-deductible donation to the ongoing work of Psalm One Ministries. Bring your Bible, a journal and a heart ready to connect with God and others.
Take a break and be renewed. It's the kind of thing we think we can't afford to do, but in reality, we can't afford not to! This is open to all women whose husbands are full-time pastors, so invite fellow PW’s. RSVP by June 12 to Linda Kline by phone (513-226-0025) or email.
When’s the last time someone planned a day just to encourage you? Come and receive some refreshing!
In His love,
Linda
P.S. While you have that calendar out, mark October 22-24 for the Psalm One Wisconsin Pastors’ Wives Retreat. I hope to have complete details to you soon. This is a small, intimate retreat in a very special setting, so sign up as soon as possible once the invitation arrives. To see what others have said about Psalm One Pastors’ Wives events: http://www.psalmone.org/2006%20pw%20reatreat%20response.htm
Linda Kline
Psalm One Ministries
6344 Inverness Way
Mason, OH 45040
513-226-0025
http://www.psalmone.org/
