Women's Ministry Handbook

The add was absolutely correct. I got what I wanted. This is a good book even if it is a little older.

This is an outstanding resource for any woman who is in leadership and who desires to see true Spiritual growth in the female community of believers of the church. Firstly, it addresses issues that pertain to the leader and her 'spiritual condition'. We all have so much to learn in our position of ministry and Porter addresses such issues as "Her heart", "Her Temperament", and "Her Life Experiences"; all of which affect her leadership. Secondly, Porter paints a very realistic picture of the church cultures that exist today and how this will directly affect "Women's Ministries". This is very insightful and helps the reader form a realistic vision for the ministry within her own church. Thirdly, this resource addresses and emphasizes the importance of the Word. Women need to be in the Word; the Word is the "power unto salvation/freedom". I concur with Porter that an effective Women's Ministry will be built on many elements... prayer, goals, flexibility, outreach, missions, encouragement, and most importantly, Bible study. This is a MUST resource (including survey suggestions and additional resources) which will trigger the female leader/visionary of your church and, ultimately, through the Lord's design, encourage program development that will draw women to Himself. That's where the "rubber hits the road". Thank you Porter and Hamel!