Spring 2013 Women's Network Calendar
Note: Check the campus
eLoop for regular updates.
SPRING 2013 Women's Events
Women Students . . .
Need a time to relax and share “academic stress and survival” with other women? Ann Iorg, Helen Groat, other Mentors and Women's Network Leaders are available to you. Develop relationships with women in the
Women to Women Mentoring Program who have already invited you to call them. Email other WN Leadership anytime about their area of expertise. Plan to attend events listed in Weekly and Special Events below and announced in the
eLoop (weekly newsletter). You are invited to visit with Helen Groat, Women's Network Coordinator Mondays or Tuesdays 9am-4pm in the Student Services Office, Admin. Bldg. 105, or schedule a "break time" convenient for you at
helengroat@ggbts.edu or 415-380-1443.
Married Students and Student's Wives . . .
All married students and student’s wives are considered members of our Student & Wives Fellowship (SWF) and are encouraged to fellowship with and minister to other GGBTS families. You can practice your leadership skills by assisting with an event or Bible Study. Experience the joy of ministering together and become better equipped for future service. If you have news about your family that we can celebrate or offer assistance, please contact
Emily Suddath, SWF Leader or
Helen Groat, Women’s Network Coordinator at 415-388-1443.
2013 SPRING WOMEN’S WEEKLY EVENTS
MONDAYS:
PRAYER GROUP 12:30-1:15pm (Acad. Bldg. Prayer Room, 111)
All GGBTS women are invited to pray together in our beautiful prayer room. This ‘on your knees’ group is led by Mary Harmon every Monday at 12:30pm. Come and go as you like. To submit prayer requests contact
Mary.
TUESDAYS:
PARTNERS IN MINISTRY TRAINING (PMT) 6:20-8:30pm (Acad. Bldg., Room, 224)
PMT is a two-year unaccredited certificate program designed for Seminary student spouses regardless of educational background. There are no tests or papers; only light reading assignments. The eight courses are offered on a rotating basis, two per semester, lasting seven weeks each. PMT participants who successfully complete all eight courses will be presented with a certificate of completion This semester the first course, February 5 — March 19, is Marriage and Family taught by Ann Iorg. The second course, March 26 – May 14, is Foundations for Ministry. Each course is $25, which also includes childcare. Limited scholarships are available; contact
studentservices@ggbts.edu for an application. Contact
Dee Conner, PMT Director, 415-380-1683 for more information or to preregister. Preregistration is encouraged for the provision of adequate child care. You can also register at the first class meeting.
THURSDAYS:
SAMOBANG: KOREAN WOMEN FELLOWSHIP
9:00-11:00am (Belvedere Room, Cafeteria)
Starting February 7, join Ann Gill, wife of Pastor David Gill, for fellowship and a time in God’s Word about topics concerning minister’s wives/families and women in ministry. This fellowship is taught solely in Korean. Childcare provided. For information contact Samobang President
Boeun Choi or
Ann Gill at 925-354-2923.
GOLDEN GATE SEMINARY CHAPEL
11:00-11:50am (Chapel in Broadus Hall)
Beginning February 7. The GGBTS Chapel is a wonderful opportunity to grow in the Lord and worship with the greater Golden Gate family. Check out the
chapel schedule. If you are interested in participating in child care for chapel please contact
Emily Suddath, SWF President.
2013 SPRING WOMEN’S SPECIAL EVENTS
Look for small group gatherings throughout the semester to be announced through eLoop, Facebook and flyers.
Become friends on Facebook at GGBTS Women's Network. Contact
Emily Suddath to help assist in events.
WELCOME BRUNCH: TRADITIONS! Saturday, February 2
10:00am to noon (President’s Home: 157 Chapel Drive, Mill Valley).
Kick off the semester, meet new friends, learn about fall events, and share family traditions! Enjoy fellowship and family-style breakfast provided by WN and faculty women and wives. For childcare make reservations by Wednesday, January 30, contact
Helen 415-380-1443.
MOM’S STROLLER GROUP Monday, February 4
4:00pm (Meet near the playground)
Put on your sneakers and put your kids in the stroller for some exercise around campus. No stroller yet? Come anyway! Meet other seminary wives and make new friends; all women welcome! As the group grows, we will try to create a time that all interested moms can participate. Questions? Contact
Emily.
CLOSE BY HIKE Saturday, February 9
9:45am (Meet at Admin. Bldg. flagpole for carpoo.l) Join us for a group excursion to Tennessee Valley located right here in Mill Valley. This is a beautiful area mostly unknown to tourists. The 1.7 mile easy hike leads to a beach with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. All Golden Gate students and families are invited to come! Hiking backpacks may be helpful for families with young children instead of strollers as much of the trail is sand. To carpool, meet at the flagpole in front of the Administration Building at 9:45am. Questions? Email
Emily.
WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CONSULTATION Saturday, February 23
Who is My Neighbor? Reaching the World at My Doorstep 8:15am-6:00pm (Broadus Chapel, Acad. Bldg.)
Hosted by GGBTS Women's Network and led by quality women speakers, this conference is for current and potential women church leaders. Cost for students and student wives is $20 ($25 after Feb. 1), but only $10 if you volunteer. Volunteers are needed for mailing projects and assembling packets, room hostesses, and greeters.
Register online. To volunteer contact
womensnetwork@ggbts.edu.
WATERFALL HIKE Saturday, March 16
8:30-11:30am (Meet at Admin. Bldg. flagpole for carpool.) We will be taking a 1.5 mile waterfall hike to a well-kept Marin County secret: The Cascade Canyon Open Space Preserve in nearby Fairfax. Come check out Cascade Falls, a 15-foot drop waterfall. After a short walk, you'll see the falls and be able to climb stairs that lead to a closer view. Children will enjoy the hike as well! For more information email
Emily .
MAKING THE JOURNEY DINNER SERIES Tuesday, March 19
5:00-6:20pm (Ann Iorg’s home: 157 Chapel Drive, Mill Valley)
Ladies come and enjoy dinner and fellowship on the Bay. After dinner be encouraged through words of wisdom from Ann as she talks about “Parenting in the Journey.” Childcare with reservations, contact
Helen at 415-380-1443.
PICNIC ON THE GREENFIELD Saturday, April 20
11:00am—1:00pm
Come join us on the Greenfield for a fun group picnic. Bring your picnic blankets or use our tables. We'll bring drinks and desserts. You bring everything else! We even have a grill if you want to make your own burgers and hot dogs. This will be a fun opportunity to spend time with your neighbors here at seminary. FYI, the soccer club will be playing on the Greenfield from 8:30-11:00am. Go early and cheer!
MAKING THE JOURNEY DINNER SERIES Tuesday, May 14
5:00—6:20pm (Ann Iorg’s home: 157 Chapel Drive, Mill Valley)
Ladies come and enjoy dinner and fellowship on the Bay. After dinner be encouraged through words of wisdom from Ann as she talks about “Following God’s Will.” Childcare with reservations, contact
Helen at 415-380-1443.