Women on Wednesday
Women On Wednesday resumes Wednesday, September 17
Women of all ages are invited to join Women on Wednesday, aimed at making new friends, deepening existing relationships, and growing spiritually through conversations about faith. Women on Wednesday will meet the third Wednesday of each month from 10:30am – 12:00pm September – May.
Cost for participation is $25/person and will be collected on September 17.
Please contact Julene Hannesh with questions or to register for WOW.
Bible Study: Sermon on the Mount by Jen Wilkin
Discover the life-changing teachings of Jesus in our upcoming book study of Sermon on the Mount by Jen Wilkin. This 9-week journey through Matthew 5–7 invites us to explore what it truly means to live as citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven. With thought-provoking questions and clear, grounded teaching, Jen Wilkin helps us not only understand Jesus’s words but also apply them in ways that transform our hearts and daily lives.
Whether you’re new to Bible study or seeking to deepen your faith, this study offers rich insight, meaningful discussion, and practical wisdom for following Jesus more fully.
About the Author: Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher, author, and speaker dedicated to helping women know and love God through purposeful, in-depth study of His Word. She is the author of several bestselling books and Bible studies, including Women of the Word, None Like Him, and Sermon on the Mount. Jen serves on the leadership team at The Village Church in Texas and speaks regularly at conferences, encouraging believers to engage Scripture with clarity, confidence, and reverence.
Leaders: Mischa Beary and Jennifer Immerman
Book Study: Boundless Compassion by Joyce Rupp
Are you longing to live with a more open heart and a deeper sense of purpose? Join us for a transformative book study on Boundless Compassion by Joyce Rupp — a powerful invitation to awaken compassion within and extend it to the world around us. This journey explores compassion not just as a feeling, but as a courageous, daily way of life.
Through personal reflection, prayer, and honest conversation, we’ll learn to extend compassion to ourselves, to others, and even to those we struggle to understand. This study offers a meaningful path for anyone seeking to live with greater empathy, intention, and love.
About the Author: Joyce Rupp is an internationally respected spiritual writer, retreat leader, and speaker known for her deep wisdom and compassionate presence. A member of the Servite (Servants of Mary) community, she has spent decades accompanying others on their spiritual journeys. Her work blends Christian spirituality, psychological insight, and a profound call to inner and outer transformation. Boundless Compassion reflects years of ministry and reflection, offering a call to live lives rooted in justice, mercy, and love.
Leader: Cathy Canfield
Book Study: Hungry for Hope: Letters to the Church from Young Adults edited by Jeremy Paul Myers and Kristina Frugé
What does the future of the church look like through the eyes of its next generation? Hungry for Hope: Letters to the Church from Young Adults invites readers into an honest, hopeful, and deeply engaging conversation about the church’s present challenges and future possibilities.
Grounded in the lived experiences of young adults from across the U.S., this book addresses vital topics such as climate change, mental health, racial and gender justice, and spiritual longing. After five years of experimentation and learning, one truth became clear: Young adults aren’t looking for the church to market to them. Instead, they want the church to engage deeply with the challenges facing their communities, from climate justice to mental health to addressing systemic marginalization. Many young adults are already living out a public faith, seeking ways to integrate justice, compassion, and action into their lives. Their vision, passion, and wisdom are essential for shaping the future of the church.
About the Project: In November of 2022, a diverse group of fifty young adults gathered at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, MN, for a transformative event designed to shape the future of the church. Guided by facilitators Rozella Haydée White and Jeremy Myers, PhD, and structured around the Ignatian Awareness Examen, participants engaged in small and large group discussions as well as personal reflection. Together, they explored their most pressing concerns, frustrations, hopes, and dreams for the church, identifying key themes to guide its future. These themes became the foundation for the chapters in Hungry for Hope: Letters to the Church from Young Adults. The selection process for the book’s authors began with a call for applications from young adults across the U.S. The Riverside Innovation Hub, which facilitated the initiative, received a wealth of powerful submissions—rich with compelling stories, thought-provoking questions, and bold visions for change. A dedicated review team carefully evaluated these applications, ultimately selecting eleven young adults to author the book’s chapters. Each author was paired with a thought leader specializing in their chapter’s theme, creating a dynamic collaboration that would deepen and expand their perspectives.
Leader: Julene Hannesh
Bible Study: Messy People by Jennifer Cowart
Do you ever feel like your life is too messy for God to use? Join us for a refreshing and honest book study on Messy People by Jennifer Cowart — an exploration of how God works powerfully through imperfect people and complicated situations.
Through the stories of biblical figures like Rahab, David, Naomi, and Peter, we’ll discover how God meets us in our mess and uses our brokenness for His glory. This study offers encouragement, practical insight, and spiritual growth for anyone who has ever felt like they don’t have it all together.
Come as you are — God already knows the mess and invites you in anyway.
About the Author: Jennifer Cowart is a pastor, Bible teacher, and author with a heart for helping people grow in faith and purpose. She co-pastors Harvest Church in Georgia with her husband and has written several impactful Bible studies, including Pursued, Thrive, and Messy People. Jennifer’s approachable style and real-life applications make her teaching both accessible and deeply encouraging for those navigating the joys and struggles of everyday faith.
Leader: Karen Carr
This study was a WOW book study for the 2023-2024 program year.