WELCOME TO WOMEN'S MINISTRY!

Here at Trinity Lutheran we have a thriving ministry directed toward women. Join us and enjoy fellowship with others that will strengthen your faith and enrich your life. For additional information about Women's Ministry at Trinity Lutheran, please contact Jan McMillen, Women's Ministry Leader, (Phone) 410-679-4000, x129 or (Email) jmcmillen@trinityjoppa.org.

LOOKING FOR LOVELY

Calling all young ladies ages 13 - 18 years old. Join us for a Young Ladies Retreat on Saturday, October 7, 2017, 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM in the Former Sanctuary. The Retreat theme is "Looking For Lovely" by Annie Downs. You do not need to be a member of Trinity Lutheran to attend. This is a free event. Registration (available online below) is required prior to the Retreat. Registration ends September 30th. Space is limited so register early to save your space. You will receive a conformation e mail with more details once your completed registration is received. Questions? Contact Jan McMillen at (Email) jmcmillen@trinityjoppa.org.

SECRET SISTER PROGRAM

  ​​What better way to keep your spirit lifted than praying for and encouraging another Sister in Christ. By joining our Secret Sister program, you will be blessed by prayers and encouragement from another sister in Christ. In return you will bless another sister with your prayers and words of encouragement for her.

To participate, complete a Secret Sister form (download here) and return it by September 26th. Your completed form will be given to another sister by October 1st. From then through the end of December, they commit to pray for you and encourage you with notes or small gifts. In turn, you will be given the name of another sister that you will commit to pray for and encourage. Names are kept secret until the Reveal Event, when everyone finds out the identity of their “Secret Sister”.

​NOTE: Completed forms should be placed in Jan McMillen’s mailbox in the mailroom (located under Women’s Ministry) or mailed to Jan McMillen c/o Trinity Lutheran Church, 1100 Philadelphia Road, Joppa, MD 21085.

​SECRET SISTER KICK OFF CELEBRATION:
​September 26, 2017 - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Fellowship Hall

CANCER COMPANIONS

Cancer Companions is a new ministry that will be coming to Trinity this fall. Cancer Companions is a new and unique support ministry for cancer patients, their family and caregivers. CC is a church-based program that will provide a safe and secure environment for cancer patients, families and caregivers to draw closer to Christ using a Scripture based program. This support is provided in both a group setting or a one-on-one setting. Be on the lookout for information sessions this September. For more information contact Jan McMillen, certified Cancer Companion, at (Email) jmcmillen@trinityjoppa.org or (Phone) 410-679-4000, ext. 129 or contact Tom Reed, certified Cancer Companion, at (Email) treed@trinityjoppa.org. The Cancer Companion program will begin in October.

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDIES

For most of the year, we offer a weekly bible study for women on Thursday mornings from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. The study is for women ages 18 and up and is open to the public. Fore more information about an upcoming study contact Jan McMillen, (Email) jmcmillen@trinityjoppa.org.

​FINDING, I AM
Make plans now to join us each Thursday morning, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM, September 7 through October 12, for our latest women's study, FINDING I AM, by Lysa TerKeurst. Open to all women 18+. You do not need to be a member of Trinity to attend. The book cost for the study is $16.00 and will be collected at the first class. Childcare to age 5 is available upon request with advanced notification. Register online today! Send an email to Jan McMillen, (Email) jmcmillen@trinityjoppa.org, for questions about this study.

HUMAN TRAFFICKING SUPPORT MINISTRY

Women's Ministry recently kicked-off its Human Trafficking Support Ministry. Contact Jan McMillen for more information at (Email) jmcmillen@trinityjoppa.org or (Phone) 410-679-4000 ext.129.

​MINISTRY UPATE
​In December, TLC sponsored nine residents of The Samaritan Women’s (TSW) program for Christmas. This was the first time some of these ladies ever received Christmas presents.

Currently, Carmela Gorub is working with TSW planning a spring “Spa Day” for the residents. This day will include a hair cut, mini-manicure and a hand massage. We are looking for interested people to be part of our team. This group will meet and offer ideas for our next fundraiser to benefit women rescued from human trafficking, and how to educate our communities about this horrible problem. 
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We would also like to sponsor a “Work Day” to go and help with garden work and maybe some minor outside repairs. If you are interested or have questions, contact Jan McMillen at (Email) jmcmillen@trinityjoppa.org or  (Phone) 410-679-4000, ext. 129. Men are welcome to participate on the team and with outside activities.

GIRL'S NIGHT/DAY OUT

Girls' Night/Day Out events are relaxed events where women can come and just have fun together. Events are held several times throughout the year and we welcome women of all ages. You do not have to be a church member to attend these fun fellowship events. For additional information about one of our upcoming Girls' Night/Day Out events contact Mary Rose at (Email) mrose211@comcast.net  or  Debbie Joyner at (Email) deborah.joyner@ngc.com.

WOMEN'S RETREATS

Retreats are times of renewal, learning and exploration. They also invite and challenge us to honor, respect and learn from others’ journeys as well as our own. We will laugh our heads off, make new friends, and enjoy old friends. It’s something you don’t want to miss!

FUNDRAISERS

All Women’s Ministry activities are supported by fundraising, rather than being supported by weekly offerings to the church. Our two major fundraisers, the Gift Basket Fun Night and the Easter Egg Project, allow us to support many activities in our church and the local community, including Vacation Bible School, Youth and Arctic mission trips, scholarships for high school seniors and Sidewalk Sunday School.

LIT 'N' LATTES BOOK CLUB

Come join us one Saturday each month as we gather and have stimulating discussions about books of our own choosing. Book selections may be classics, current bestsellers, or just ones that pique our curiosities. Books are selected and announced at the end of each meeting! For more information about our Lit 'n' Lattes Book Club, please send contact Robin Jones at (Email) rmj429@yahoo.com.

UPCOMING CLUB DATE
Our next Lit 'n' Lattes Book Club will be held Saturday, September 9, 9:30-10:30 AM.

INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH & MISSION TRIPS

International Outreach is a newer facet of Women’s Ministry at Trinity. Join us as we reach beyond our borders and spread the love of God to others in need. There are many different ways to become involved. Partner with us and spread the good news of the Gospel around the globe!