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The Women’s Fellowship is open to ALL women of Big Canoe and our surrounding area. If you would like to join, please click here.
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Events
Women’s Fellowship has a NEW calendar of events. Check it out. BigCanoeChapel.org/wfcalendar
October 1- Under the Harvest Moon: dinner and dancing at the Tate House
Join your friends for a beautiful evening of dinner and dancing Under the Harvest Moon on October 1st. Start with a welcome glass of bubbly in the gorgeous Tate House pavilion and move on to a scrumptious surf-and-turf dinner in the ballroom. The evening tops off with dancing to a range of tunes spun by an area DJ. The dress might be cocktail attire but don’t forget those dancing shoes. Guests will have the opportunity to win incredible prize packages: Dinners, Shopping Trips, Adventures, Vacation, Golfing, Things for the Home, and more. So bring your generous heart (and wallet)! Tickets are $100/person open seating or $800/reserved table for 8 and can be purchased online beginning August 16th at bcchapelwomen.org. Direct questions to [email protected]
CLICK HERE FOR HARVEST MOON TICKETS
It’s never be too early to plan ahead! The ladies of the Books and More Boutique Committee will be at the Chapel’s upper parking lot every Wednesday in October from 11:00 to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. to collect your gently used women’s accessories: jewelry, purses, scarfs, shoes, etc. Direct questions to Jo Young at [email protected]
November 4: Fall Retreat – Legacy of Serving
Coming Soon
December 9: “Jingle and Mingle” Christmas Lunch and Program
By participating in activities related to the Big Canoe Chapel Women’s Fellowship you voluntarily assume an understanding of the contagious nature and exposure risks of COVID-19 and thereby release the Big Canoe Women’s Fellowship from any associated claims.
Spiritual Growth and Outreach
SPIRITUAL GROWTH
The Women’s Fellowship provides many opportunities for spiritual growth throughout the year: Bible Study sessions, The Retreat in November, and many more. Details to be posted here as they become available.
FALL BIBLE STUDY – September 15-November 10
This 8 week session will meet on Wednesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 at the Chapel and will be led by popular Bible Study instructor, Holly Lundberg. A Big Canoe resident since November 2019, Holly served at the Johnson Ferry Baptist Church for years teaching Bible Study on Sundays and a mid-week women’s Bible Study. Registration begins August 1st and ends September 1st. Text for the study is Dr. David Jeremiah’s new book, “The Jesus You May Not Know: Take the Journey from Knowing About Jesus to Knowing Jesus”. An author of over 40 books, Dr. Jeremiah is well-known for his inspirational messages. Because the text is no longer being offered on Amazon, we will be offering the workbook for $10. Participants can purchase their workbook on Sept 15th. The Bible Study will also be live streamed. Direct questions to Pam Hopper at [email protected]
LIVE STREAMING ON WEDNESDAY MORNINGS AT 9:25 A.M.
CLICK HERE FOR WEEKLY VIDEO AND WORKSHEETS
OUTREACH
Outreach programs of the Women’s Fellowship give members numerous opportunities to volunteer in our community. Contact Pam Hopper at [email protected] for more information.
PruittHealth Nursing Home in Jasper
Volunteers are needed to for the Birthday Blessings Program – celebrating resident’s birthdays each month by taking cards, balloons, cookies or cupcakes and spending some time honoring these special people. In addition, four parties are planned during the year: Halloween, Christmas, Valentines, and Easter. Volunteers bring goodies and decorations to celebrate with the residents. Spending time with these incredible people is truly a blessing.
Jasper Thrift Store
The mission of the Thrift Store is to “serve members of our community who find themselves in need of essential goods and basic life-enhancing services”. Volunteers are needed to work as cashiers and front-end clerks on the third Friday of each month. This is an amazing service opportunity to help the residents of Jasper and the surrounding area. No experience is necessary. Shifts are 10 am to 1 pm or 1 pm to 4 pm. If interested call Sue Ceravolo, 770-855-7721.
Women to Women Ministry
A simple but powerful program, Women to Women provides a friend when a friend is needed most. Big Canoe is a beautiful community filled with loving and caring people. But the loneliness caused by the loss of a spouse, COVID quarantine or debilitating illness can turn a woman’s once bright life to dark isolation. Understanding that the heart of the matter is often a matter of the heart, “Women to Women” ministers to these ladies the old-fashioned way – through a caring relationship.
Charitable Giving
Despite the pandemic, Women’s Fellowship was able to give financial support to several worthwhile charitable organizations in 2020. We will showcase a different charity each month so be sure to check back with us next month!
September Charity -North Georgia Pregnancy Center
The North Georgia Pregnancy Center in Jasper began 30 years ago and has grown from a small office on Main Street to a much larger newly renovated space. The public is invited to tour their new facility at 7 Caring Way in Jasper. According to their website, “The Pregnancy Center offers hope in your time of need. You don’t have to face pregnancy, relationship conflicts or parenting alone. Our team is ready to meet you where you are with free and confidential pregnancy testing, referrals for free ultrasounds, counseling, education and everyday essentials for your baby or child”.
Click here to see a list of charities supported by the Women’s Fellowship.
Board
Big Canoe Chapel 2021 New Women’s Fellowship Board (January-December)
President: Susan Eanes
Vice President of Charitable Giving and Fundraising: Debbie Jones
Vice President of Membership: Betina Shearer
Vice President of Public Relations: Beth Herren
Vice President of Spiritual Growth and Outreach: Pam Hopper
Secretary: Jean Mosshart
Treasurer: Nancy Mitchell
Past President: Catherine Capps
Parliamentarian: Sandra Gadd
Heritage
A Legacy of Service Since 1988
The Big Canoe Chapel Women’s Guild evolved from a small group of women meeting in members’ homes for fellowship, prayer, and Bible study. It was at the January 21, 1988, meeting at Dorothy de Albuquerque’s home that the “Circle” decided to seek the blessings of Dr. Vernon Broyles and the Chapel Trustees to formally establish an organization for all women in the Big Canoe Community. During 1988–1990, there were no officers and the group gathered in members’ homes and shared the role of discussion leader. Since that time, the Guild has grown in terms of membership and positive impact on the Big Canoe community. In recent years, over 250 members and their guests participate in the annual Fall Retreat and the special Christmas program. Activities of the Guild have been guided through the years by its Presidents and the various committee chairs serving the membership today.
Beginning 2021, the Women’s Guild reorganized into the Big Canoe Chapel Women’s Fellowship.