Support Groups

I am blessed to be one of six women who have been meeting on a monthly basis for 10 years now. Three of us had attended a women's retreat where we were challenged to think of who we wanted to be at 80 years old. What did we want our character to be? In order to get there, what steps did we need to take now? We wanted to continue to live our lives in an intentional way and decided to get together regularly. Over the years, our number grew to six. These ladies pray for me on a regular basis. I know that I could call them anytime of the day or night, if I needed to. We've laughed and cried together. We share our struggles with eachother. We share our praises for what God is doing too. Our hearts have been knitted together through the years in ways we never could have imagined.


I started an informal e-mail group of friends who are following Weight Watchers eating principles. One of the ladies has reached her goal weight. We rejoice with her. There are no rules or expectations for this little group. Anyone can send an e-mail at any time. Lots of encouraging happens here. It's also a safe place to talk about what's happening in your heart.


A support group of like-minded people, walking the same path, is a treasure you give to yourself. You can start one today. All you have to do is ask.