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Woodlands Women’s Ministry
Women’s Ministry at Woodlands Church is a place where women can be encouraged by one another, deepen meaningful relationships with each other, serve together as we share the love of the Lord and grow together in our relationship with Jesus Christ. Our goal is that through Bible studies, special events, and outreach activities, we will grow more and more into the women God intends us to become.
Upcoming Events
Real + Simple Women’s Conference
Saturday | Nov 2 | 8:30AM-12PM
Ladies, join us for an encouraging morning of wisdom and worship. We look forward to worship led by our Woodlands worship team and encouragement from our speaker Rachel Allord!
We will have vendors present whose proceeds support local and global missions. Since not all of the vendors accept credit cards, you may want to bring cash in the event you want to take home something special.
Each year we also partner with Backpacks 4 Hope. Instead of charging for this event, we ask you to bring a breakfast item as a donation to this ministry. Details provided in your registration confirmation. Invite a friend, and join us on November 2nd!
WOMEN’S ANNUAL CONNECTING OPPORTUNITIES
Fall Real & Simple Conference – the second Saturday in November: Join us for an encouraging morning of wisdom & worship on the second Saturday in November!
Aroma Cafe – the last Saturday in January: Join us for a FUN morning of laughter and hearing God stories from some of our own.
Dinner on the “Patio”: This event happens on a Tuesday night in August right before the ministry year kicks off. It’s a chance for you to meet other women, learn about what’s ahead for the women at Woodlands and get involved!
Current Studies + Groups
Women's Discipleship Life Groups
Time varies dependent on individual group
Women’s DLGs are groups of 3-5 women that work through a variety of curriculum together with the goal of learning how to disciple other women. The first step will be taking the next Woodlands Basics: Groups class! Sign up below.
Women's Gospel Fluent Discipleship Cohort
2nd Sundays | 8:30-10:20AM | Starting Oct 13th
Do you want to grow in your love for, knowledge of, dependence on, and obedience to Jesus? Do you desire to know more fully who you are in Christ and how to live out of that identity? To be discipled and learn to disciple other women?
Then the Women’s Gospel Fluent Discipleship Cohort might be for you. The Women’s Gospel Fluent Discipleship Cohort is designed be a training, equipping, and growing space for any woman interested in growing in gospel fluency and disciplemaking.
Sexual Integrity:101 for Women
Mondays | 6-8PM | OCT 21-Dec 16
We all desire sexual integrity, whether it’s for ourselves or for others, but we often struggle with knowing where to start. This 8-week video training is a deep-dive into the factors that contribute to unwanted sexual behavior, how shame and grace affect the healing process, as well as practical tools and strategies that lead to lasting health. This class is open to everyone, whether you struggle, your spouse struggles, or you want to be more equipped to walk alongside others in this area.
You must be 18 years old to register.
Workbook $21
Bible Study Fellowship- Revelation: The Hope
Tuesdays | 1:30-3PM | Sept 10-May 6
or Thursdays | 6:30-8PM | Sept 12-May 8
For centuries, people have attempted to unlock the mysteries of Revelation. In Revelation: The Hope, we will discover that Jesus Christ is central to every prophecy, promise, and passage. Revelation gives us hope of a world made new by the redemtion and restoration that Jesus offers today and for eternity.
During this study we will go through the Book of Revelation together using the Revelation:The Hope curriculum, including personal study questions, small group discussions, lectures, and detailed lesson notes. Sign up through the bsf website, linked below!
Women's study: Help is Here
Tuesdays | 6:30-7:45AM | Sept 24-Dec 10
Help Is Here is a study by Max Lucado that reminds us that our Good Shepherd doesn’t just feed us; he leads us. He does more than correct us; he directs us. God keeps us on track—and best of all, he’s commissioned the Holy Spirit to guide us down the winding roads of life, wherever they may lead us.
Join other Woodlands Women Tuesday mornings at 6:30 am and receive the tools and encouragement you need to become joyful, enthusiastic, and empowered as you draw closer to God; learn who the Spirit is and how he can help you; find true rest and peace as you let him carry your burdens; and discover your unique gifts to further God’s kingdom.
This study has an in-person group and a Zoom group. Feel free to join either group on any given week. Bring your own coffee and we’ll see you there!
Women's Study: Your Beautiful Purpose
Wednesdays | 9:30-11AM | Sept 25-Dec 11
Let God breathe a fresh purpose into your soul. Susie Larson, author of Your Beautiful Purpose, shares practical, scriptural ways to overcome whatever keeps us from living fully in God’s will. If you’ve ever felt a nudge from God to engage with Him on a deeper level and to follow Him to the next place He has for you, please join us. Susie will help you learn to:
*Discern the best use of your time and gifts
*Confidently pursue God’s unique desires for you
*Stretch your faith and deepen your impact
Betrayal + Beyond
Time varies
Healing for broken trust.
Betrayal and Beyond is a grace-filled small group for women whose spouses struggle with sexual sin. If you would like more information, please submit your contact information in the form linked below, and the group leader will contact you shortly. All contact information is kept confidential.
Women’s Serving Opportunities
SOS Team
This is a chance to serve in the Women’s Ministry as opportunities arise.
We have several events throughout the year where you are able to use your gifts to serve, if you’re available. If you like setting up, cleaning up, making food, working on decorations and so much more – this is the team for you!
You can join the team by contacting Beth Kraeger
Serving Team
The Serving Team provides desserts or baked goods for Discover Woodlands, special events or conferences and provides salads and desserts for church funerals. Serving team members may also have the opportunity to serve during these events. Contact Patty Koch pakr4@hotmail.com
With these hands
Knitting/Crocheting Service Group
This group of knitters/crocheters makes prayer shawls, lap robes, scarves, mittens, washcloths, chemo hats, etc. to be donated as needed. We’re also open to new charities and their needs. We would love to have you knit and crochet with us on Mondays from 6:00 – 7:30 pm at the church.
Meet our team
Beth Kraeger
Bio
Woodland’s has been our church home since we moved here in 1996. I had the privilege to serve on the women’s ministry team a couple of years and it has been a blessing leading this team for almost 20 years!
Family: Married my high school sweetheart Dan in 1981! We’ve enjoyed the ups and downs (mostly ups) of parenting three children and are now enjoying their friendship as adults.
Kinden Vazquez
Bio
Family: I have been married to my husband, Isaac since 2014 and we have two boys, Bo and Kai. We love camping, traveling, hiking, fishing, biking, kayaking and are always up for a good documentary!
Favorite Local Restaurant: Hilltop
I love being on the women’s ministry team because I get to work with my mom (Beth), get to know other women on the team, and be involved in creating events around church. Woodlands is large and I love being part of a team who aims to connect women and provide opportunities to meet each other and learn more about the Lord!
Brenda Nelson
Bio
I have been attending Woodlands church for 35 years and I have been a part of the Woodland’s Women’s Ministry Team for 8 years.
Family: I have a wonderful husband, Brice, who I have been married to for 33 years. I am blessed with 3 beautiful children Brianna, Brennan and Brett. In the past 4 years I have also been blessed with a wonderful son in law Will, and two sweet and loving daughter-in-laws, Lindsey and Sabrina. I am also now a grandmother to the most perfect little boy Westin! How very blessed I am! When I am not spending time with my family I love camping, Mexican food, traveling and reading.
One of the greatest parts of being on the Women’s Ministry team is witnessing women of all ages connect and grow. I love to see friendships form over food, Bible Studies, games, or even helping set up for events. John 15: 12-13 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.
Amy Terpstra
Bio
I am excited to be in my 1 st year serving on the Women’s Ministry Team.
I grew up in Port Edwards/Wisconsin Rapids, but lived in Indianapolis for 33 years. Stevens
Point became home in February of 2021. Woodlands was the first church we started attending
and officially joined in July of that year.
Family: I have been married to my husband, Steve, for almost 35 years. We love riding our
Harley, traveling, and anything nature! I love walking, baking and a good snowfall! Our son,
Adam, moved here last May from Charlotte, NC. (His working remotely has it’s perks for me!)
Indy is still home for our daughter, Kiley. Luna, our 11 year old kitty, is enjoying Wisconsin life!
Favorite Restaurant: Portesi’s in Wisconsin Rapids (PIZZA!!!)
Being active in my local church has always been a high priority. I played the keyboard weekly in
our praise band and enjoyed leading or facilitating many ministries over the years. I have a
strong desire for connections, especially for women.
I feel blessed to be able to be part of this team and the vision it has for the women of
Woodlands!
Jane Elliott
Bio
I joined the Women’s Ministry Team 5 years ago. I was born and raised in Stevens Point WI, born again 28 years ago in San Diego CA.
Family: Happily married to Mark for 31 years. Proud mom of three sons Ethan (Sydney) Isaac (Sami Kay) and Jake. Welcomed two daughter in loves the summer of 2020, and a granddaughter, Isla Jo, in April of 2021. ❤️ I love the outdoors and see beauty in God’s creation. I especially love horses and dogs and spend much of my free time horsing around!
Love Jesus, and in times of distress I remember that He is the king of the world! So I turn my worries to my king for peace. If you like to walk and talk I’m your gal. Or I’d happily meet you for coffee if you need to connect! Looking forward in Christ!
Brianna Blakey
Bio
This is my 5th year with Women’s Ministry.
Family: I have been married to Will since August 2016 and we just welcomed our first baby, a little boy-Westin, in March 2020! We also have a Red Lab named Stella.
Favorite Local Restaurant: Point After.
I wanted to join Women’s Ministry because I needed an outlet for some of my passions and spiritual gifts. I enjoy leading and being creative/crafting and I thought this would be a great fit!