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Kentucky Christian W omen Connection Where Every Woman has a Place, And Every Woman Takes Her Place

March, 2020 Volume 3 Issue 7

THE GREAT HARVEST It is very beautiful outside this morning; lots of light, sunshine, blue skies with a few clouds drifting around and trees and plants showing the first signs of life. This reminds me of a life in Christ and His visibility to the world around us. How do I reflect light, life, clarity, and the love of Christ so that the world around me will be impacted for Him? Obviously, we never get this just right in our lives; but the more we trust Him and lean into His Holy Spirit and learn of His ways, the more influence He has in our lives and thus what we reflect to others. May God bless each of you in your daily walk with Him. The Executive Board for KYCWC met this past weekend at Camp Lyons. We hashed out some of the details of the upcoming state convention and the upcoming year for Christian Women Connection in Kentucky. Here’s what I know and am keenly aware of this morning. We have stretched way out beyond our comfort zone and followed in obedience what we believe to be God’s will and direction for CWC in Kentucky. The state convention this year is very different in several ways. First, we are not working out of a hotel this year but instead the beautiful facility and congregation at Eastland Church of God in Lexington will host the event. Participants will be able to choose their own lodging on Friday evening. Second, we are moving from the worship/speaker format to a full concert and banquet on Friday evening. I ask you to participate this year and let us know what you think about the whole event. Also, and most importantly, I ask that you pray for a real experiential, anointed blessing from the Holy Spirit. I want you to be encouraged and inspired to live and serve our Lord in ways and in power like never before. Please read the remainder of this newsletter and share with others at your church and in your CWC group. Share especially with those who do not receive email. May God bless you as you pray and as you labor. Patsy

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KENTUCKY CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION

CONVENTION ACTIVITIES (TENTATIVE) April 17-18, 2020

Eastland Church of God

Lexington KY

“EQUIP LIFE”

FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2020 Registration 1-5:00 pm (be sure to identify clergy/clergy wife or widow; Memorial; and email list) KYCWC Leadership Council Meeting 2:30-3:30 pm (for local presidents or their representative and all state committee members) Connection Conference #1 “Make and Take Prayer Journal” 2:30-3:30 pm

Connection Conference #2 “The Call for Bibles” 3:45 -5 pm Banquet – doors will open at 5:30 pm 5:45 pm

present wrist band at the door or wear convention name tag (seats reserved for Allison Durham team, Rev. Becky Lawson and Rev. Pat Davis) (banquet offering will go to Brittany Crutcher for missions in Honduras )

Evening Concert 7:00 pm Auction 9:15-11 pm (proceeds support Youth Events Sponsorship and CWC state promotion)

Thank you to Eastland Church of God for your welcome and hospitality.. Blessings!

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SATURDAY MORNING, APRIL 18, 2020

Opening Devotion and Prayer, Karen Brown 8:30 am Annual Business Meeting of the CWC General Assembly 8:45 am

(Agenda included in this Program) Commissioning of State Officers Awards Ceremony 9:15 am

Memorial Award and Recognitions Karen Brown Mabel Johnson Woman of the Year Award Karen Brown History Book Awards Sandra Hall

Morning Worship & Communion 10:30 am-12 pm

Speaker: Rev. Rebecca Lawson Worship Leader: Rev. Pat Davis

(Saturday offering will be a gift toward KYCWC State Project which is Four Seasons Youth Center) Convention Evaluation Closing Prayer

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Kentucky State Project 2019-2020

Kentucky Christian Women Connection CAMP LYONS IMPROVEMENTS

If you have money for the State Project, please go ahead and turn it in to Peggy Prater. We are researching washers and dryers to recommend to the Four Seasons Board for purchase. The State Executive Board recommends and the Leadership Council and General Assembly of KYCWC approved Camp Lyons (Four Seasons Youth Center) in Olympia, KY as the State Project for 2019-2020. The goal is $5,000.

“We are excited for another busy year ahead of us. Last year at our youth camps alone we had over 20 campers give their life to Christ and some were even baptized at camp. Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU) ministry from Morehead State University brought around 70 college students for their fall retreat. God moved and 10 college students made Jesus their personal Savior. Praise the Lord! This camp is a special place but if it is not being used for the glory of God, it’s just dirt and buildings. We want to honor God by being good stewards of what He has blessed us with so that we can reach more souls for Him and continue to build His Kingdom.” Ben Hargis Camp Lyons Director

Mission Kits to Bring to Convention in April

Since our State Project this year is Camp Lyons, our mission kits will go to supporting this camp even further. They have many needs, but a few of those needs are for linens. • Sets of 2 towels, 2 washcloths, and 2 hand towels (suggested colors: tan, light grey, and green) • Sheet Sets – Queen and Full size (2 sets of the same color/pattern to match in a room) • Items to bring for the kitchen/dining/conference building - dish clothes and tea towels Please bring items to the 2020 State Convention (April 17-18). They will

be taken to the camp after the conference for immediate us

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2020 Events

Kentucky Christian Women Connection

2020 KENTUCKY CWC CONVENTION DATE: April 17-18, 2020

Concert by Allison Durham Speer on Friday evening Saturday morning speaker: Rev. Rebecca Lawson Saturday morning Worship Leader: Pat Davis

Kentucky CWC WORK DAY at Camp Lyons DATE: May 16, 2020 (this date changed) Camp Lyons Work Day 9 am to 4 pm

More Upcoming Events 2020-2021:

State Convention April 17-18, 2020 Eastland Church of God Lexington, KY

Prayer Retreats: North District Prayer Retreat August 11, 2020 New Heart Church of God Ft. Wright, KY

Connection Days:

East KY Connection Day Lowmansville, KY Campgrounds June 27, 2020 @ 12pm – 2pm Lunch Provided West KY Connection Day July 25, 2020 Paducah, Oaks FCOG

Pike County Prayer Retreat Breaks Interstate Park August 13, 2020 @ 6 pm

South Central District Prayer Retreat August 20, 2020

Kentucky CWC Connection Retreat Four Seasons Youth Center, Olympia KY October 16-17, 2020

Ashland Area Prayer Retreat Grandview COG, Ashland September 10, 2020

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News Updates

Christian Women Connection à T-SHIRTS. We are almost finished with the design and coloring of the 2020-2021 t-shirts

and will publicize these soon so you can order these for convention. Meanwhile, Connie still has a few t-shirts with the Great Harvest theme and scripture for 2019-2020. We have several sizes. The shirts are very pretty, very tasteful. You should have one. Contact Connie Gardner at (859) 986-5562 or connie.gardner49@gmail.com

à Keep Facebook active! The more you “Like”, Comment, Post or Tag on https://www.facebook.com/KYCWC the more the CWC name is being recognized and the better we can distribute interesting, accurate, and timely information. The more “connected” we become the better we can serve the Kingdom! This means that we are strengthening the outreach for CWC and are becoming stronger and more cohesive as a group.

à Lodging Possibilities for Convention: We aren't endorsing any particular place. But, here are some places fairly close to the church at a reasonable rate. We are advising that you make your reservations early and lock in your rate. Once April comes, prices will skyrocket.

* Towneplace Suites by Marriott 1790 Vendor Way, Lexington, KY 40509•(859) 263-0018 https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/lexts-towneplace-suites-lexington-south-hamburg-place/?scid=bb1a189a-fec3-4d19-a255-54ba596febe2 * Sleep Inn (Choice Hotels) 1920 Plaudit Pl, Lexington, KY 40509 (859) 543-8400 https://www.choicehotels.com/kentucky/lexington/sleep-inn-hotels/ky098?source=gyxt * Super 8 by Wyndham Lexington Winchester Rd 2351 Buena Vista Rd, Lexington, KY 40505 https://goo.gl/maps/17fSShpCJvEzYtDE8

à Don’t forget your nominations as follows: o Young Ambassador o Mabel Johnson Woman of the Year o Memorial Awards

à Also, state offices which will be decided this year are Treasurer, Finance Director, and President.

à Nominating Committee includes Elaine Rice, Gayle Bastin, and Agatha Sexton

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ATTENTION HISTORIANS! KYCWC State Convention is getting close, and I am looking forward to seeing a lot of History Books at the convention. We draw inspiration and ideas when we share. Historians, be prepared to tell us about a favorite project that is documented in your History Book. We will compile these into a special video highlighting your projects/stories to show on Saturday morning during the convention. Your position as Historian is a very important one. We want you to know that you are valued and appreciated for your hard work. You tell the story of your group and record it for future generations of CWC members. It gives members a new appreciation for where you have been and where you are going in your service to God. Bring your books and share your stories. We all love to hear what you are doing. The most important thing is to document the history of your group. Please contact me if you need help or have any questions about your history book. If you need photos of state officers, flyers, connection days, or prayer retreats, please check the photo albums on the https://www.facebook.com/KYCWC/. There are photos of all the events, and you are welcome to use any of them in your books. My e-mail is shalladulted@gmail.com, I have facebook messenger, or you can text me at 606-481-0308. Please send me a few photos of your CWC group to put in the 2019-20 yearly overview to show during the convention banquet. Looking forward to seeing you at the 2020 KYCWC convention. Thanks so much. Sandra Hall

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2019-20 History Book Guidelines Christian Women Connection

This is the scoring guide for 2019-20 History Books. The History Books will be judged on overall appearance of the book and content. The guidelines have not changed, only the manner in which they are scored. Guidelines:

1. Pictures may be in an album, scrapbook, bound book, or 3-ring binder. 2. Title page (include name of local CWC ministry and name of Historian) 3. Include a Table of Contents, giving the start page for each listed item or activity. 4. Include a list of names and photos of charter members (specify lifetime, etc.) 5. Include the officers in your local CWC ministry. 6. You may include any press items or notices about meetings and activities. 7. Record local history of CWC activities, including names of any special speakers, photos and

information about activities, special projects, teas, retreats, etc. Include any State or National activities that your members attended.

8. You may use a computer or neat handwriting for labeling and writing. You may create your History Book in a digital format and print the pages. All names, places, and dates should be included where applicable.

9. Your book should be in order, month by month, beginning April 1st –March 31st. This matches our fiscal year.

10. Do not include in your book any activities that are not CWC. This includes any church activities that are not sponsored by CWC. (For example: Children’s Easter Hunt, Choir Cantata, etc. should not be included.)

Appearance: 1. The cover should include the 2019-20 theme of The Great Harvest or depict the spirit of your

local CWC ministry. Covers will be judged on good theme, creativity, and effort and will carry a weight of 25% of the total appearance.

2. 75% of the total appearance will be based upon the creativity, effort, and neatness of the content inside the books.

Content: 1. Each Historian will fill out the “Content Scoring Guide” to submit along with their books. (extra

copies will be available at convention for you to fill out) 2. The Content Scoring Guide will be reviewed by judges to ensure accuracy. The winning

scrapbooks will be based upon the highest total. AT CONVENTION:

1. Remember to register your book in the correct group at the History Book Table Group 1 -under 100 Church Attendance Group 2 -above 100 Church Attendance

2. Certificates will be awarded to each church/local historian for participation in the History Book. Three impartial judges are selected by the State Historian. The judges will follow the “History Book Guidelines” and “Content Scoring Guide” to determine 1st 2nd and 3rd places in each category for each group. These will be returned to each historian after judging. If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Hall. E-mail: shalladulted@gmail.com. (606) 481-0308. If you need photos, check the KYCWC facebook photo area for albums of state events, state officers, and other. You are welcome to copy any of the photos to use in your History Book. I am more than willing to assist you in preserving the history of your local CWC. Sandy Hall

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Content Scoring Guide Christian Women Connection

Church__________________________Historian___________________ Next to each event or ministry that your group has participated, write the page number where you have documented this in your History Book.

Each item will carry the weight of one (1).

____Table of Contents (no page #)

____ Local Officers

____ State Officers

Events

____ 2019 CWC Convention (April 12-13, 2019)

____ East KY Connection Day (June 22, 2019)

____West KY Connection Day ( Aug 24, 2019)

____ Northern KY Prayer Retreat (August 13, 2019)

____Pike County Prayer Retreat (August 8, 2019)

____ South Central District Prayer Retreat (Aug 16)

____ Ashland Area Prayer Retreat (Sept 12, 2019)

____ Kentucky CWC Connection Retreat(Oct 18-19)

Four Seasons Youth Center

____ Title Page

____ Charter Members

State Connection Ministries

____ Change the World

____Children of Promise

____Christ’s Birthday Observance

____The Linen Chest

____Mission Kits for 2020 Convention

____ Spiritual Birthday

____Jonathan and Beth Todd, Brazil ____ Corey and Abby Stockdale, Botswana

____ State Project 2019-20 – Camp Lyons

____ Camp Lyons Workday (Nov 10, 2019)

____ Total from Events and State Connection Ministries

Local CWC Ministries

Please include your local ministries and events that you have participated in this last year. Include outreach activities such as Mother’s Day events, Nursing Home events, Hope Hill Visits, Funeral Dinners, etc. Each event is worth one point. If you visited Hope Hill three times, and it is documented three times, record and award yourself three points. Include the page number where each event is documented in your History Book. _____ _______________________________________________________________________

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_____ Additional Points from Local CWC Ministries _____ Total of all points from Events, State Connection Ministries and Local CWC Ministries

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KENTUCKY CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION MEMORIAL AWARD

NOMINATION FORM 2020 The Christian Women Connection Memorial Award is given posthumously to an outstanding member of the Kentucky Christian Women Connection (KYCWC). Please fill out the form to nominate a lady who you feel best exemplifies the spirit of dedication to the work of God, service to the local congregation and commitment to the CWC organization, including missions work and concern for the work of CWC. Please remember this award is for a lady who is already deceased at the time of nomination but not necessarily this past year and may be nominated more than once if not chosen. Your name:___________________________________________________________________________________ Your phone number and address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of the person you wish to nominate:________________________________________________________ Name of this candidate’s pastor(s): ______________________________________________________________ Pastor’s phone number:________________________________________________________________________ Name and phone number of someone else in the congregation who can give additional information regarding the candidate: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ How long did the candidate attend the Church of God? ____________________________________________ How long was the candidate a Christian? ________________________________________________________ What service had this lady been to the CWC on the local level? Include the number of years as an active, dues-paying CWC member, offices she has held and information about her commitment to the CWC and the Lord’s work in general. Why should this person receive the Kentucky CWC Memorial Award? (Answer on the back if necessary) Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: __________________________ Deadline: Must be received no later than March 20, 2020. Send to PATSY DAUGHERTY, 250 Clay Lane, Richmond KY 40475. Or email patsy.daugherty@eku.edu. Please include a 4 x 6 or smaller photograph.

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KENTUCKY CHRISTIAN WOMEN CONNECTION Mabel Johnson Woman of the Year Award

Nomination Form for 2020 The Mabel Johnson Woman of the Year Award is given to an outstanding member of the Kentucky Christian Women Connection (KYCWC) on the local level. Please fill out this form to nominate a lady who you feel best exemplifies the spirit of dedication to the work of God, service to the local congregation and commitment to the CWC organization, including missions work and concern for the work of CWC. Your name:______________________________________________________________________ Your phone number and address:_____________________________________________________ Name of the lady you wish to nominate: ___________________________________________________________ Name of the Church where she currently attends: __________________________________________________ Name and phone number of the nominee’s pastor(s): ____________________________________________________________________________________ Name and phone number of someone else in the congregation who can give additional information on this lady:_______________________________________________________________ How long has the nominee attended the Church of God?_________________________________ How long has this lady been a Christian? ______________________________________________ What service has this person been to the CWC on the local level? Include the number of years as an active, dues-paying CWC member, offices this lady has held and information about this lady’s commitment to CWC. Why should this lady be named the Kentucky CWC Mabel Johnson Woman of the Year? (Answer on the back if necessary) ________________________________________________________________ ________________ (Your Signature) (Date)

Deadline: Must be received no later than March 20, 2020. Send to PATSY DAUGHERTY, 250 Clay Lane, Richmond KY 40475. Please include a small photograph.

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Kentucky Christian Women Connection 2020 Young Ambassador Program

Young Ambassador Each year the Kentucky Executive Council will choose one young woman from applicants to serve in the KY Young Ambassador Program. Her term will run for two years, serving the first year as Junior Young Ambassador and move to Young Ambassador during her second year. Young Ambassadors will represent KY Christian Women Connection across the state at KYCWC and KY Church of God Youth events for the duration of her term. Guidelines for Young Ambassador

● Applicants must be ○ a young woman who attends a Church of God (Anderson, IN) in the state

of KY. ○ a young woman in 9th-12th grade. ○ Willing to learn about ministries for women of all ages.

As our Young Ambassador and Junior Ambassador you will be expected to:

● Attend the majority of state sponsored KYCWC and KY ChoG Youth events and promote KYCWC.

● Act as a mentor during your second year to the Junior Young Ambassador. ● Attend KY Christian Women Connection Convention where you will be

introduced as our Young Ambassador/Junior Young Ambassador and will share your essay with the convention attendees.

● Attend KY Youth Convention where you will share with the convention about what CWC is and how to get involved.

Application Process:

● Applications include a formal application (paper or online), essay, and a pastoral recommendation.

● Essay questions are listed on the application and should be a minimum of 100 words in length.

● Deadline: Postmarked by March 20, 2020. Our Young Ambassador award package includes:

● Registration fees for both KYCWC State Convention and Kentucky State Youth Convention (KYC)

● Publication of the winning essay in the 2019 KY Christian Women Connection ● Write and share your experiences at KYCWC and KSYC so we can share with

our KYCWC family. ● We ask that you encourage eligible peers to apply for the next Ambassador's

Program.

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Junior Young Ambassador Program Student Application Please print clearly: Name:______________________________________________________ Street Address:_______________________________________________ City:________________________ Home Phone: ( )________________ Cell Phone: ( )_____________ Age: _____________ Grade: __________ Home Church:____________________________________ City:_____________________ Email:_______________________________________________________ Church & Spiritual Background What is your church affiliation and background? ____________________________________ Pastor’s Name: ____________________________ How long have you attended this church? ___________________ How would you describe your personal relationship with Christ? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Essay: 1. Essay: 100 words, MS Word or compatible format. Times New Roman, 12 pt font. 2. One of the following questions:

a. How can Christian Women Connection be an effective ministry in your life?

b. What are some of the ways that women’s ministry can reach out to and welcome younger women?

c. What are your gifts and how would you use them in a women’s ministry setting?

Pastoral Reference: Please provide your pastor with a copy of the Pastor’s Reference form. The completed reference form is required for the application process.

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Page 1 of 2 Understanding of Agreement/Authorization and Release Form

1. I understand that to be considered as an applicant for the Ambassador Program sponsored by Christian Women Connection, I must be a young woman in 7th-12th grade.

2. I understand that all applications must be postmarked by the March 20, 2020 deadline.

3. If selected, the prize package includes: ● Registration fees at KYCWC and KSYC State Conventions ● Publication of the winning essay in the July KYCWC Outlook

4. My signature below gives my consent for Christian Women Connection to verify the information I have provided to the fullest extent possible and to fully discuss this application and its contents with the references I have provided.

_____________________________ __________ _______________ Signature of Applicant Date Print Name Parental/Guardian Permission I give my permission for ___________________________________ to participate in the Ambassador Program sponsored by Christian Women Connection. I have read and understood all rules, regulations and awards for the contest. I understand my child's name, photo, and essay may be featured in promotional material for CWC and the Young Ambassadors program on social media and other written forms. ____________________________ __________ __________________ Signature of Parent Date Print Name Entry Deadline: Postmarked by March 20, 2020 Entries may be submitted via mail, emailed or online: Christian Women Connection Email: kycwc17@gmail.com ℅ Lorie Daugherty Online: bit.ly/kycwcyoungambassador 113 Mallard Drive Richmond, KY For office use only: Date Received: ____________ References Received:_______ Accepted by Christian Women Connection by:______________________

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Ambassador Program Pastoral Reference Dear Pastor/Youth Pastor, Kentucky Christian Women Connection is sponsoring an Ambassador Program. We are inviting young women to write an essay answering the following questions:

● How can Christian Women Connection be an effective ministry in your life? ● What are some of the ways that women’s ministry can reach out to and welcome

younger women? ● What are your gifts and how would you use them in a women’s ministry setting?

We will select one Ambassador. Prospective Ambassadors must be in grades 7th – 12th. The selected ambassador will receive registration for both KYCWC and KSYC conventions. Your participation is required as part of the application process. Please complete the following information and return it to our office by March 20, 2020. We appreciate your input and encouragement in this process.

Church and Spiritual Background What is the applicant’s church affiliation and background?____________________ How long has she attended this church? ____________ To the best of your knowledge, how would you describe her personal relationship with Christ? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Pastor’s Information Name:__________________________________Length of relationship to applicant: _____ Street Address:_______________________________________ City:___________________ Home Phone: ( )__________________Work Phone: ( )______________ Cell Phone: ( )__________ Email:________________________________ I recommend ____________________________ to participate in the Essay Contest sponsored by Christian Women Connection.

______________________________ __________ __________________ Signature of Applicant Date Print Name Recommendations must be postmarked by March 20, 2020 deadline. Recommendations may be submitted via mail, email, or online: Christian Women Connection Email: kycwc17@gmail.com ℅ Lorie Daugherty Online: bit.ly/kycwcyoungambassador 113 Mallard Drive Richmond, KY

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===================================================================== Reminder to Presidents: Please share the contents of this newsletter every month with CWC members. I try to keep the pages and color to a minimum so the newsletter can be easy for you to duplicate. If you can’t duplicate, take a few moments in the monthly meeting and read the highlights to your members. Emails and Facebook are the best ways we have to disseminate information to everyone. The e-Connect is sent to all presidents each month and to everyone else for whom we have an email address. If someone isn’t getting it, please let Patsy know. Find us on Facebook at #KYCWC. Find us on Faithlife.com at Christian Women Connection – Kentucky. The national CWC is also on Facebook and Faithlife.com =====================================================================

KYCWC officers Patsy Daugherty, President; Rachel Addison-Miller, Vice President; Peggy Prater, Treasurer; Connie Gardner, Director of Finance; Karen Brown, Director of Programming; Lorie Daugherty, Secretary; Sandra Hall, Historian

KY CWC State Treasurer

Peggy Prater PO Box 214

Owingsville, KY 40360 This electronic newsletter will be sent to anyone who has an e-mail address on file and wishes to get updates about the Kentucky Christian Women Connection between newsletters. Upcoming activities and events will be posted here. All we need is an e-mail address for you. We would like to have at least one e-mail address for each local unit in the state. If the president does not have an e-mail address, perhaps someone in the local unit would volunteer for this information to be sent to her and then pass it along to the group. If someone would like to receive this e-mail, please send the e-mail address to: patsy.daugherty@eku.edu