I will lift up my eyes to the mountains; From where shall my help come? My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth. He will not allow your foot to slip; He who keeps you will not slumber. Psalm 121:1-3

As Director of Women’s Ministries, I would like to welcome you to our Web Site and encourage you to look over all that we have available for the women at Fairfield Christian Church. If you have any questions about our ministries, please feel free to contact me by phone at the church or by e-mail. If you have prayer needs or would like to discuss your faith walk and what it means to be a Christian, I would love to talk to you. We have a dedicated staff and many volunteers who love the Lord and desire to encourage others to find their hope in Christ Jesus.

Blessings, in Christ.
Debbie Baker
Director of Women’s Ministries
740-654-3866 Ext. 235

Our Ladies Gala celebrates the true meaning of Christmas. After sharing a delicious meal, we enjoy a program of Christmas music and a message celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior. This event is a great opportunity for our reach.

If you have creative abilities, we need your help with decorating, publicity, food planning, hosting, and many other tasks required for an event like this. Please call our ministry leader Suzanne Young or Debbie Baker, Director 654-3866 ext. 235.

Mark your calendars ladies-- For the Annual Women’s Retreat! To be held at Fairfield Christian Church Friday Evening, Feb. 20 and Saturday February 21.

This year we will be featuring teaching from Tammy Smith, PhD. Tammy was with us for our Women’s Brunch in May and many of our women asked to have her back with us for more of her teaching. Tammy is married to Mike Smith who pastors Vista Community Chruch in Northwest Columbus, Ohio. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Ohio and Texas. Tammy is the author of two books, Soul Healing and Soul Connection: Relating Beyond the Surface. You can check Tammy’s web site at www.onthethreshold.org.

Please check our web site as we will add updates and more information about the retreat in the months to come.

Our ladies usher in the wonder of spring with flowers, music, an inspirational message and a wonderful catered light lunch on beautifully decorated tables, each with its own special theme. This is a wonderful time of ministry where our table hostesses and guests can share the gift of hospitality and the love of Jesus Christ with family, friends and our community.

For additional information contract the ministry for this event Suzie Kennedy through Women’s ministry at 740-654-3866 ext, 235

Leader: Debbie Baker
Time: 10:30 am
Location: Room 509
September 9, 2008

What Revelation is to the New Testament, Daniel is to the Old Testament—a fascinating study of God’s sovereign control over rulers and nations. Through this study we will learn to depend entirely on the God who rules rulers, governs governors, and even reigns over kings. Daniel’s worldview had God at the center and he chose to live out his life according to God’s standards and not mans. We, too, must learn to live according to God’s standards despite the extreme pressures of this world to live by the world’s standards. Join us as we read, study, pray and share and seek God’s direction for such a time as this.

Leader: Sue Johnson
Time: 9:30 am
Location: Meets in the Chapel. Childcare available
September 9, 2008

This Covenant is a Precept Upon Precept course with video teachings by Wayne Barber. See this incredible thread of Covenant running from Genesis through Revelation. God enters into a binding agreement with His people and always keeps His promises. Trusting Him as a covenant partner frees us from the bondage of worry and anxiety. This study will transform the way you read the Scriptures! This is an 11 week study.

Workbooks: In-depth Precept workbook, $19.25
Shortened versions workbook, $13.75
Option: No workbook Just video learning

Leader: Susan Luby
Time: 9:30 am
Location: Meets in the Fellowship Hall downstairs
September 17, 2008

Does the woman in Proverbs 31 make you feel like a sluggard? For years Christian women have struggled to understand what the Proverbs 31 woman was all about. Instead of encouragement or instruction, for most, this passage offered “more guilt than eating a one-pound bag of M&Ms.” Is this the ideal woman? Or is the Proverbs 31 woman an outdated fixture of the past?

Vicky Courtney believes that this passage is not in the Bible by accident and that a virtuous woman is a rare find in today’s world. Join Vicki as she sojourns with you to unravel the mystery behind the Proverbs 31 woman. Come join us for this 6 week study!

Leader: Sharon Vernon
Time: 9:30 am
Location: Meets in Room 402 Childcare available
September 10, 2008

The prophets were God’s messengers, sharing words of instruction and discipline but also of encouragement and hope. Such messages from Zechariah, Malachi, and Haggai provide an insightful study of God’s communication, character, and blessings. God’s word shared through the prophets was used to motivate the rebuilding of the Temple of Jerusalem and to breathe hope into uncertain times. Join this study to discover the joy of anticipation as you uncover some promises yet to be fulfilled as you study the promises that have already come to pass and see God’s faithful character revealed.

Workbook: $7.99

Leader: Janet Muck
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Meets in the Prayer Room. No childcare available
September 10, 2008

This is a study by John MacArthur. The overall message of the Gospel of John is found in John 20:31, “that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God”. The book, therefore, centers on the person and work of Christ. There are three predominant words: “Signs, Believe, and Life”. The emphasis throughout the Gospel of John is salvation in Christ.

Study Book: $5.00

Leader: Debbie Baker
Time: 8:30 am
Location: Meets in the Prayer Room

Women gather to seek the heart of God for our Church, Leadership, and Community. If you need prayer, come! The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availed much. James 5:16b

Leaders: Carole Schoonover, Anne Polenchar
Location: Knitting Class (Room 509) - Quilting Class (Room 506)

Gather for fellowship and creativity while learning to knit or quilt! These classes are designed for individual with all levels of experience. Instruction will begin with the basics. Sewing machines are required for the quilting class. A list of supplies will be provided the first meeting night.

Leaders: Toby Rapp
Location: Room 510

C.T.E. is a teaching ministry rooted in God’s Word with an emphasis on women’s issues. We are dedicated to helping women of all walks of life to become all God created them to be. Our focus is on helping women grow and mature in the Word and their relationship with the Lord.

Toby generally teaches every other Thursday. Her classes are taught from the Word of God with great enthusiasm and passion. There is prayer and ministry available to the women after class. Toby also offers one-on-one counseling as her schedule allows between frequent trips to the foreign field.

For more information, contact: Toby Rapp at 740/862-2052. This Bible Study is open to all teens and women of Fairfield and surrounding communities.

“Marriage is honorable among all men.” Marriage is meant to be the highest and happiest relationship on this earth. The coordinator assigned to each bridal couple prays for, gives general guidance, and helps to coordinate the wedding ceremony, rehearsal, and/or reception. The coordinator meets with the bride twice before the wedding to gather information about her wishes for her special day. The coordinator can plan on spending from around four hours on the rehearsal day and from four to eight hours on the wedding day overseeing the details for this very special occasion. Some coordinators may be requested to do much of the decorating and clean-up for the couple. This is all determined in the early scheduling sessions.

The blessings are so wonderful that all the work is worth it! What a wonderful way to help a couple start their lives together.

If you are gifted with creative abilities and the desire to serve, please call our ministry leader, Diana Burton or Debbie Baker, Director 740.654.3866 ext. 235.