New Blog

There is an excitement in the air to be more consistent in studying God's Word, the Bible at LCC!To help in that process I've started another blog that is title "LCC Women Study the Word." Look for the link under "helpful links" and hop on over. You can join a Bible study group to enhance your learning or follow along at home. Either way you will be blessed as you spend time in the Word.

It's A Bling Thing!

I think I can say for all those who attended "It's a Bling Thing!" was definitely a "God Thing!" God was certainly present this weekend in a BIG way! The words "thank you" seem so inadequate to express my appreciation...first to God - He was with us each step of the way...to the retreat committee who did such an outstanding job...and to each lady who attended! I pray that God would continue to lay things on your heart to make life changes and to share with others the lessons learned. I pray that this will be a spring board for women's ministries and all God is doing in the life of LCC.

Please use the comment section of this blog to share with others the things God taught you this weekend...it will be an encouragement to everyone!

Did you get your bling, I mean rings cleaned today? If you did, you know there was a buzz about the church after service this morning all to make sure you know about our upcoming retreat!

Feel like you’ve lost a little of your God-given luster? Need a “time-out” to get your sparkle back? Join friends or make new ones at the LCC Women’s Retreat March 6 and 7th. One night away in a comfy hotel to play, chat, relax, and fill your God-tank might help you feel shiny and new again! Register by February 22nd to receive the discounted price!

Not sure about the retreat and would be more comfortable if you knew a few more women from LCC? Join us for our PMS Night (Popcorn, Movie and Sundae) this coming Saturday at 7 pm at Dannielle Hough's home, in Lorton.

More information and RSVP via the church website www.lifecc.us.

In and Out Rule

I'm a collector of stuff. I like to try out various crafts so I have my collection of scrapbooking and jewelry making supplies. I love to read so I have lots of books (BTW I love to loan out my books so keep that in mind.) And then there is my clothes, well, let's just say that I love clothes and do like to look my best and I do keep up with advice on What Not to Wear. BUT, I also have a finite amount of space to store all my stuff and I am one of 5 people and 1 puppy in my home so what does one do with all my stuff?



Kathy Peel has a good rule...Every time a new item comes into the house, show an old item the door.



I frequently remind myself that there are many people who could really use (or need) some of the things that I store for a once or twice a year use. I also need to keep working on my heart and be content with what God has blessed me with.

Simplify Your LIfe

Several times a year I feel the need to simplify my life, my house, how I schedule things, etc. Marcia Ramsland has a book entitled "Simplify Your Life." There are many great books that give great time saving and organizing advice. Over the next several weeks I'll share with you some of the things that stood out to me as I read through this book.

"The people who are most successful in managing their time make appointments with themselves to complete tasks." Barbara Hemphill, Taming the Paper Tiger

This reminded me that I do have to work at maintaining organization - that it is a process or a journey, one that can be refined and improved, but never perfected this side of heaven. And, when we get to heaven, I don't think we'll care! So over the next few weeks I'm going to work at fine tuning my schedule, hopefully rid myself of some junk and simplify when I can. I know I'd rather spend time with my family creating memories than managing my stuff.

If you have any suggestions, add to the blog. Let me know if you're on the same journey, we can encourage each other!

Hosea 6:3

Today as I was preparing for Bible study I came across a verse tucked in the minor prophets or those short books towards the end of your Old Testament that are easy to miss if flipping the pages quickly. Hosea 6:3: "Oh, that we might know the LORD! Let us press on to know him. He will respond to us as sure as the arrival of dawn or the coming of rains in early spring." This is my prayer for us, the ladies of LCC!

A New President

Today we watched the inauguration of our new President. We were watching history in the making. Those who flocked to the national mall looked so excited to be there, if perhaps a bit cold, it didn't show in their enthusiasm. President Obama may not be the man you voted for and you may be skeptical as he takes office. The thing that seems imperative to me is the vital significance of our prayers for our new president, his cabinet and for our nation! Let's be a prayerful people!