Last Saturday the "Women Rejoicing" Conference had over 120 in attendance, and the response was incredible! Women really did attain a spirit of rejoicing. Many women told us they were inspired and empowered. There was a renewed spirit as women came to realize the vital importance of their God given gifts as an individual and as a woman. There was new understanding about feminism and our role in our families, our community and our church. The message by Pope John Paul II spoken through Katrina Zeno made us aware of our dignity as women and how crucial our role is to society.
As a whole, the conference was fun, spiritual, inspiring and empowering. Praise God, mission accomplished! But as an individual, what did you experience while at the conference? Did God lift a cloud that was hanging over your head? Did you feel touched spiritually? Did you grow closer to Christ? Have you been a better mother, wife or sister? We want to know. So, please, add your comments to this blog. Your comments will only serve to inspire other women.
What did I get out of it all? I was pleased to see God's hand in it all and to see so many women from my generation who care about their faith. I was reminded of the fact that my identity is in Christ not by the wounds of the past or how others have perceived me. I was reminded that I am a daughter of God's first...that means that I am taken care of and fully loved just as I am. What about you?
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Being around so MANY other women who are excited about their faith and want to grow closer to Christ was so inspirational. The idea of daughter first, the treasures we have in the Catholic Church, and to get a handle on stress so I can appreciate the first two, is how this Conference has really touched me.
Thanks for all the wonderful ways you made the day such a success. It was truly a blessing to be there..the Mass with the Bishop...ahhh words cannot describe.! I ask for your prayers as this Thursday in Salem we are beginning our Woman's Circle Group and we are going to be doing a book study on Katrina's Book Every Womans Journey! I have no clue how many ladies will come but I know the Holy Spirit will awake a few souls
...I loved that although it was just a day(the conference) we at our table bonded and I think were ready to share more...the atmosphere was so relaxed and open to sharing.
Ok the only thing for the next conference...we'll need more seats b/c I believe every woman there will bring a friend for sure!!
God Love ya
Mary Kay Soyka, Salem OH
EXCELLENT ARTICLE IN THE CATHOLIC EXPONDENT. We're so thankful that your selections of the music ministry, the speakers, the clergy and all the volunteers were showering abundant blessings to all of us so that we could share with our families, friends and strangers. So many women with so many smiles!
Peace, Love & Joy during Advent and always.
Sao Paula
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