God’s Word calls us to “Worship in spirit and truth” John 4:24. Worship can be defined as “extravagant respect, or admiration for, or devotion to an object of esteem”.
As Christians we worship our Lord in many ways, but the most common way is through songs of praise and adoration. Did you know there are other ways to offer up your worship to God? Some other areas are in the family, in the arts, and in the spirit. We would like to invite women to come and join other women in the community to learn how we can go deeper in worship.
There will be a time of praise and worship and 4 speakers will be talking on these areas of worship. This event will be held April 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Branch Christian Fellowship at 109 N. Main St in Paulding Ohio. There will be a short break midway through the conference with snacks and drinks. There is no charge for this event, but registration is requested but not required. You can register on the Facebook event “Women of Worship Conference” or type in this link. https://signup.com/go/bXXutck
Thank you and we look forward to worshipping our Lord with you.
Abbie Koiner is a mom and wife in Fort Wayne, Indiana who has found her main ministry (and joy) in wiping sticky hands and singing songs in the minivan. She is both an adoptive and biological mom raising a young adult, a teen, a tween, and a toddler, which means there’s no shortage of laughter and tears and patience-growing surrender to Jesus daily! Several years into her motherhood and home-making journey she learned that some of the most worshipful moments are experienced within the walls of her own home where she has been invited to partner with the Holy Spirit in all things, from the mundane moments to the miraculous! Her testimony speaks to weary women that there is a God who sees them, and knows them, and can restore the joy of their salvation! She loves to see women embracing their God-given identities as nurturers, worshipers, and lovers of Jesus both in and out of the home. Abbie will be speaking on worship in the family.
Michelle Scott is the First Lady of Empower Church, a non-denominational church in Hicksville, OH, where she has faithfully served with her husband Jay, since 2003. Michelle and Jay are the proud parents of a son Jordan (27) and daughter Zariah (25). With a heart for ministry and a passion for empowering women, she has dedicated her life to supporting her congregation, strengthening families, and encouraging spiritual growth. Known for her wisdom, compassion, and leadership, she actively mentors and uplifts women in their faith journeys.
Through her years of service, she has become a guiding light in her community, inspiring others to walk boldly in their purpose and calling. Michelle will be speaking on worship in the Spirit.
My name is Adilynn, and I am a 23 year-old lover of Christ! I moved to from Fort Wayne area to Paulding in September after working at Grounded Coffee & Crumbs for a year and having the Lord totally give me a heart for this small town and its people. I currently work as a mental health case manager at Westwood Behavioral Health in Van Wert, and have been learning over and over what it means for our work to be unto Him. I am passionate about serving, creating a space where people feel loved and seen, and about worship. I have been leading worship through song since a very young age and in many different capacities but it all changed when I rededicated my life to the Lord at 19 years old. I’ve never been the same, and I am beyond grateful for that. In my free time I love to visit with my family and friends, travel, fish, read, and have dance parties in bedroom mirror. I’m beyond excited to share my heart today, and what God has taught me about worship through song. Addy will be leading us in worship in song as well as speaking on it. We look forward to bringing worship to our Lord!
Jackie Bates has had a passion for worship, music and Jesus for as long as she can remember. She grew up in a church led by her grandparents, aunt and uncle, and parents, who collectively pastored for 48 years. From an early age, she was constantly creating dances and—much to her family’s amusement—performing in the living room. After high school, she was introduced to a ministry and dance team that opened her eyes to the power of dance as a form of worship. This experience ignited a calling in her to help bring that same expression of worship into the church. Jackie founded and led a dance team at her previous home church and has helped equip and train other churches to incorporate dance into their worship. She has a heart for seeing movement embraced as a vital part of corporate worship and loves helping others step into freedom through worship. Originally from Williams County, she now lives in Toledo with her husband of nearly five years and their energetic 2 ½-year-old son. She is excited to share her journey and encourage others to worship boldly in every season of life! Jackie will be sharing on worship in the arts.
We Look forward to hearing from each of these ladies and worshipping our Lord. We hope you will join us for a morning of fellowship.
