I’m sure it’s no surprise to you, that up ’til now, I hadn’t considered myself a writer. In fact I celebrated when my last college English class ended, thankful that I’d never have to write a paper again. But in the process of blogging in this space I am becoming a writer.
In fact I am a writer.
And although blogging is new to me, I love that it is a ministry. I love that it allows me to be a vessel–to share my life with you, to seek to encourage and inspire you with intention.
And being used is not only the result of being willing, but also of being equipped—of growing and learning and practicing to write. Stringing together words to share with you, with the hope that you will be drawn closer to Him as a result.
And I’m so excited to share with you an amazing opportunity I have to become better equipped as a writer this summer…
In July, I’ll be attending She Speaks, a conference in North Carolina that equips writers, speakers, and women’s ministry leaders to bring God’s peace, purpose, and perspective to today’s busy woman.
She Speaks teaches women to make the most of their message, by helping them become more effective at sharing God’s mission of love and hope to the hearts of women.
Proverbs 31:26 “She speaks with wisdom and faithful instruction is on her tongue.”
Will you pray for me as I prepare to attend She Speaks this summer?
That I would absorb the instruction, grow in my writing, and become more effective in sharing the hope we have in Christ. Because I long for women to know about the mercy and grace He gives, so their lives can be changed and their hearts can be healed, by the power of His love.
I covet your prayers.
And beyond your prayers, if you feel led, there is an opportunity for you to join in helping me raise support for this conference–and if you can’t, I SO understand, but if you are able, you can help by sending a tax-deductible donation one of two ways:
1. Call Proverbs 31 Ministries at 877-731-4663 to contribute by credit card,
or
2. Send a check directly payable to Proverbs 31 Ministries:
Proverbs 31 Ministries She Speaks Scholarship/Jacque Watkins 616-G Matthews-Mint Hill Road Matthews, NC 28105
Please be sure to designate the scholarship in my name, in order to credit my scholarship fund.
You will be receipted for your tax-deductible donation.
And could I ask???
If you are praying for me (or helping with support), would you consider leaving me a comment?
Would you write a few words and tell me how I can pray for you today??
It would be such a privilege to pray for you.
Thank you so very much for your prayers and support, it really means so much to me!
For more information: www.shespeaksconference.com
Continuing on, in the counting of One Thousand Gifts {#1326-1340} with Ann and this community, and the Joy Dare of 2012 with March’s printable…
#1326 An amazing conference to attend
#1327 The chance to attend with Alex and Joanne, and Denise, and Denise … such wonderful women
#1328 A handwritten thank you note in the mail
#1329 Late night theology talks
#1330 Inspiring consultations
#1331 Helpful online workshop links
#1332 Dreaming and Crafting and Drafting my Story
#1333 Healing and hope among co-worker relationships
#1334 Planting bulbs in the cold dark soil with my hands
#1335 Southern California rain
#1336 Being married to my best, best friend
#1337 6 weeks of fun and long talks on Sunday nights with our mentor couple
#1338 Spring break and laid back mornings
#1339 Waking to the singing of my girl
#1340 The way God loves me and meets me, no matter what…602 days and counting, of meeting intimately with Him
How delightful that you will get to go to She Speaks! I discovered that one a few months ago and have been praying/considering going there with my mom…but not sure about the cost.
Thank you for sharing this journey with us…I will be praying for you!
Oh…you a non writer…I don’t think so…but I can relate…I feel like the only non writer among some very prolific writers…pray your time at the conference will be very encouraging…oh handwritten note…thankful for one too….blessings to you~
Thank you Lindsey…it would be so great to get to see you there!
You are such an encouragement to me! I wish I could just hop on over and sit in your living room and drink some hot tea with you! Thank you for who you are 🙂
Love what you said about being a writer! Some day I want to attend She Speaks, but sadly it won’t be this year. 🙁
Blessings,
Laura
Praying for you, Jaque. What a wonderful opportunity. I hope to make it there eventually. I can;t wait to hear about your experience!! 😉
Jacque, so glad you have this opportunity….will be praying for you! Please pray for my daughter (God knows the needs) and very expensive drugs recently needed for a person (no insurance for it).
Blessings
Some day I will go to a conference too. I want to go to Hershey Pennsylvania for the new Allume which was Relevant and maybe even the She speaks conference too.
Someday…
I will go.
I will pray for you to enjoy the trip, to come home renewed, to be refreshed and full of new ‘ways to share your words as a writer’.
Thank you so much!
Lord Jesus, I bring Jackie’s daughter before you. You know the needs O Lord, and I pray Your will be done in this situation. Also, we know You are our provider, so I ask for your provision for this medication. Thank you that even when situations seem impossible, NOTHING is impossible with You! We praise you even now for what it is You are going to do. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.
Sharon, thank you for your prayers.
Thank you Laura for your encouragement!
what a treat that would be:)
Hi there! I will be going to She Speaks this summer too! I just started blogging/writing about a month ago, so I am looking forward to soaking up as much wisdom as I can! Looking forward to meeting women who are passionate about sharing Jesus and His Word…I will be praying for you!
I’m going too! An exciting adventure to look forward to. Blessings to you!
I am also attending, for the third time. I can assure you all that you will be blessed! I’ve been looking to update my internet presence and have come across both your site and Christina’s site. It is so cool to see how God is drawing women into ministry and that we can use technology to reach many with God’s message in all it’s different forms. Enjoy!