Nurture Newsletter / September 29

Nurture Newsletter 

September 29, 2014

Are you enjoying this beautiful weather we are having? I am soaking up every drop! 

Sunny, warm weather is great but sometimes our world can just look ugly and messy. We are all plagued with problems and trials, pain and tears. The evil that surrounds us is unavoidable. 

It is so easy to only see the mess, the problems, the yuck. We can get so depressed when we focus on the ugliness of our world. God has been teaching me to see the "beauty amidst the mess" lately as I go through my days. The reflection of the changing leaves of our tree in the bowl of dirty dishes I'm washing or the heart shape that the bowl of Cheerios made when it was dumped on the floor. It's not always obvious and it's not always immediately there but God has made everything beautiful for its own time (Ecclesiastes 3:11). 

I think one of the greatest ways God does this is by using our pain for His purpose. We can take what we've learned and how we've grown to help others who are dealing with similar trials. Wouldn't all that angst and struggle be worth it if we knew that in the end we would be helping to ease the pain of someone else? 

Use the knowledge you've gained with the empathy you have for your situation to help someone else out. Keep your eyes open. Look for ways to make a positive impact on another girl or woman. Think about becoming a mentor to someone who needs the hope you can offer to them through Jesus. 

Then no matter what our outcome is, evil hasn't won. Beauty has been made from our mess. 

THIS WEEK 

                       Moms in Prayer is for all moms of children in elementary and middle school.

Come experience God's peace and hope when you pray alongside other moms.  Moms in Prayer International gathers moms together to pray for God to transform our children and schools.  Won't you join us in prayer for this next generation?  

We meet on the first Thursday of each month to pray for our elementary and middle school age children.  Homeschool moms are encouraged to join us as well!

Our next meeting is THIS Thursday, OCTOBER 2 from 7-8 pm in room A at Waukesha First Assembly.

Invite your friends and neighbors!  

If you have questions, please see Becky Boggio (262.366.9649).  You can also email us at nurturewfa@hotmail.com.

Let us know if you are coming so we can be prepared to welcome you!  

We are excited to partner with you in praying for our children while we build relationships with other moms!!

NEXT WEEK

Our next playdate will be TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7 at 10:00 am. We will be meeting at KIDS IN MOTION (14135 W. GREENFIELD AVE) in NEW BERLIN. 

The cost is $6.00 per child. Adults and children under 12 months are free. 

They are a socks only facility for just the children during the summer. 

For more information or to print a waiver ahead of time, visit their website : 

http://www.kidsinmotionwi.com/

As always, moms with children of all ages are welcome. 

Please feel free to invite friends, neighbors, and relatives who may be interested in joining in the fun.

We hope you can join us for a fun time of play with our kids!

Contact Aimee Heder (Aimee.heder@gmail.com or 262-327-2368) for more information on any Nurture playdate or to let her know you are coming.

**Our next Playdate will be on

• Monday, October 20 10:00 am

**** We are still looking for a host home for this Playdate! If you would like to open your home, please let Aimee know. This Playdate may be cancelled if we are unable to find a location to have it.****

The playdate calendar dates will always be on the left sidebar of the blog so you can plan ahead.

Craft Fair Saturday, October 11th Coming this fall!  If you would like to be an exhibitor, please pick up a Registration Application in the Atrium or see Barb Makos (hmakos@att.net) for more information.   Registration is due October 1st. MARRIAGE BUILDERS Sunday, October 12th @ 5:00 p.m. A marriage-enriching ministry for all couples.  Starting at 5 p.m. in the Café we'll watch "From This Day Forward-Stay Pure" and then break into some table group discussion with other couples.  Then from 6:30-8:30 p.m. we encourage you to go on a date with some "homework" questions to discuss with each other.  Childcare is available for those 12 and under on a donation basis.  The other session this Fall is November 9.  Please sign up in the atrium or email Michelle at michellep@waukeshafirst.org. SAVE THE DATE REIGN! Your identity in Action Friday, October 24 at 6:30 pm

• worship 

• speaker LISA KURMAN 

• coffee & dessert bar 

Look for more details coming soon! 

If you ever have a specific prayer request, please don't hesitate to contact us at nurturewfa@hotmail.com.  We would be more than happy to cover you in prayer.

Have a great week! 

Jamie Halquist 

Nurture coordinator

Nurturewfa@hotmail.com

Nurtureatwfa.blogspot.com

Yet God has made everything beautiful for its own time. He has planted eternity in the human heart, but even so, people cannot see the whole scope of God's work from beginning to end. Ecclesiastes 3:11

Nurture Newsletter / September 22

Nurture Newsletter 

September 22, 2014

Happy Fall! Yesterday we were reminded by Eric Samuel Timm to "share our love."  Whether that be families on the other side of the world or right here in our community, we need to spread the love and hope that Jesus brings to those that are hurting and in need. Small things can make a huge impact in the lives of another. 

Yesterday, I heard of a single mother of 2 young children from Muskego that lost her home and belongings in a fire recently. Unfortunately, she did not have renters insurance and has now lost everything, including her car that blew up due to the intense fire. My heart breaks for this mom as she is working very hard to keep her kids in school and keep life as normal as possible for them. 

Sara Wiesner's sister in law is good friends with this woman and they both have been collecting donations to help her replace the things that were lost.  If you are able to donate anything, please let us know (nurturewfa@hotmail.com). This family could sure use our love and support right now. 

Clothing sizes:

Mom - medium tops, size 9 pants, 9 shoe 

Daughter - size 6/7, size 2 shoe
Son - 3T bottom, 4T tops

They will also need a couch, beds, etc. once they get back into their own place. If you have any of those items you would be willing to donate, let us know and we will keep that in mind for when she can take them. 

Amy Prebil is opening up the Little Blessings meeting this Thursday to anyone who wants to come pray for this family. She is collecting cash to be given as a donation along with anything else you might have to give. 

Thank you for sharing the love of Jesus with this family and offering them hope during these difficult days! 

THIS WEEK 

Our next playdate will be tomorrow - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 at 10:00 am.  We will be meeting at RETZER NATURE CENTER (S14 W28167 Madison St) in WAUKESHA. 

There is a $4 charge for parking.  

It's going to be a beautiful day to go for a walk on one of Retzer's trails! 

As always, moms with children of all ages are welcome. 

Please feel free to invite friends, neighbors, and relatives who may be interested in joining in the fun.

We hope you can join us for a fun time of play with our kids!

Contact Aimee Heder (Aimee.heder@gmail.com or 262-327-2368) for more information on any Nurture playdate or to let her know you are coming.

**Our next Playdate will be on

• Tuesday, October 7 at 10:00 am at Kids in Motion. *There is a charge for this play date 

The playdate calendar dates will always be on the left sidebar of the blog so you can plan ahead.

Little Blessings

Thursday, September 25th @  7:00 p.m.  in the CAFE

If you are pregnant or a mom of a baby under a year, please join us for a fun night of connecting with other moms in this same exciting stage!  Babies are welcome to come with their moms.  Invite your friends and neighbors!  If you have questions, please see Amy Prebil.  You can also email us at nurturewfa@hotmail.com.  Let us know if you are coming so we can be prepared to welcome you!  We are so excited to share in your journey of motherhood with this new baby!! 

** See above for more details about this month's meeting. 

NEXT WEEK

Moms in Prayer is for all moms of children in elementary and middle school.

Come experience God's peace and hope when you pray alongside other moms.  Moms in Prayer International gathers moms together to pray for God to transform our children and schools.  Won't you join us in prayer for this next generation?  

We meet on the first Thursday of each month to pray for our elementary and middle school age children.  Homeschool moms are encouraged to join us as well!

Our next meeting is NEXT Thursday, OCTOBER 2 from 7-8 pm in room A at Waukesha First Assembly.

Invite your friends and neighbors!  

If you have questions, please see Becky Boggio (262.366.9649).  You can also email us at nurturewfa@hotmail.com.

Let us know if you are coming so we can be prepared to welcome you!  

We are excited to partner with you in praying for our children while we build relationships with other moms!!

SAVE THE DATE

Craft Fair Saturday, October 11th Coming this fall!  If you would like to be an exhibitor, please pick up a Registration Application in the Atrium or see Barb Makos (hmakos@att.net) for more information.   Registration is due October 1st. REIGN! Your identity in Action

The next Women's Ministries event will be on Friday, October 24 at 6:30 pm with speaker, Lisa 

Kurman. Mark it on your calendar; you don't want to miss it!

If you ever have a specific prayer request, please don't hesitate to contact us at nurturewfa@hotmail.com.  We would be more than happy to cover you in prayer.

Have a great week! 

Jamie Halquist 

Nurture coordinator

Nurturewfa@hotmail.com

Nurtureatwfa.blogspot.com

For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me. 

Then the righteous will answer him, "Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?

The King will reply, "Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me."  Matthew 25:35-40

Playdate Update

I just wanted to give you a few updates and changes concerning our upcoming play dates: 

There will be a $4 parking charge at Retzer Nature Center for our playdate next Tuesday, September 23. 

Also, due to the lack of response to the Green Meadows Farm Playdate on October 10th, Aimee has decided to change both the date and location. This Playdate will now be on Tuesday, October 7th at Kids in Motion. (There is a charge for this Playdate.)

Lastly, Aimee is looking for someone to open their home and host the Monday, October 20 Playdate. If you would be interested in doing this, please contact Aimee as soon as possible. (aimee.heder@gmail.com)

One other thing, if you are planning to attend the play dates, PLEASE let Aimee or I know - especially if you will be arriving late. If no one shows up to a Playdate by 9:15 am, Aimee may not continue to stay if she hasn't heard from anyone. 

Thank you for your help and understanding in all of this!  We truly plan these play dates with you in mind and want to provide the best opportunities for you to meet up with other moms and their kids. Any feedback is always appreciated because we love to know what you are thinking! (Nurtureatwfa@hotmail.com)

Nurture Newsletter / September 15

Nurture Newsletter 

September 15, 2014

A new season is about to begin: Autumn.  Time seems to go so quickly that every time I turn around, another season is starting up again. 

That is how I feel about motherhood, too. Just when I get in the groove of things, a new season begins and I am in need of adjusting to the new "climate" and schedule. 

A lot of times, I still hadn't gotten a handle on life in the last season and I am thrown into the next. I have spent way too many seasons in "survival" mode because of that; just doing what I need to do for everyone to survive. While I think sometimes that mode is necessary, I also think I can slip into it too easy; my autopilot setting. When life gets overwhelming, I tend to shut down and go into this type of autopilot lifestyle. 

While, yes, I am surviving (sometimes just barely), I'm not thriving. I want to thrive in this role God has placed me in. He wants me to thrive, as well, and He is the only one who can help me do that. 

I'm praying that God gives me the patience and grace and wisdom to embrace each new season I enter. To learn what I need to know and to teach my kids throughout each one. I want to feel confident as I pass from season to season; not that I will know everything but that with God's help, I will figure things out as I go. 

I'm praying the same for you in whatever season you find yourself in. Let's thrive together! 

THIS WEEK 

Aimee Heder has planned a playdate at Green Meadows Farm for Friday, October 10. Below is some information about Green Meadows including the cost of admission. 

Please let Aimee know by this WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 if you would like to join in on the fun that day. If you have any questions, please contact Aimee (aimee.heder@gmail.com). 

Touch the Wonders of
Green Meadows Farm

Come meet all of our friendly animals at our educational animal farm petting zoo located in Waterford, WI.

Philosophy:

“Learning Can Be Fun!”

Offering both hands-on guided or self-guided tour:

Learn about our pigs, cows, goats, sheep, chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, donkeys, horses and much more!
Everyone can milk our friendly cow;
Pony rides for children (2nd graders and under)
Hayride to the “Back 40″ of the farm;
Play with the kittens in our “Kitty Barn”.
Relax in our picnic area with playground;
Pick a FREE pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch in Fall;
Food, drinks and souvenirs available at the “Feedbag”.
The Farmers and Animals look forward to meeting you!

September 20 – October 31
Open 7 Days a Week

Admission Times: Monday – Friday 10AM – 2PM
Farm Closes at 4PM
(Weather permitting)

Please note: for the safety of our guests and animals, children MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times when entering animal pens.

Rates

General Admission

Children 1 and under are FREE when accompanied by parent.
(Families & Small Groups fewer than 25 NO reservations required.)

Self-guided tours begin continuously between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

General Admission $13.50 per person
Seniors $11.50 per person
(1 and under FREE)

http://greenmeadowsfarmwi.com/

THIS SUNDAY

Who are you inviting? 

NEXT WEEK

Our next playdate will be TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 at 10:00 am.  We will be meeting at RETZER NATURE CENTER (S14 W28167 Madison St) in WAUKESHA. 

As always, moms with children of all ages are welcome. 

Please feel free to invite friends, neighbors, and relatives who may be interested in joining in the fun.

We hope you can join us for a fun time of play with our kids!

Contact Aimee Heder (Aimee.heder@gmail.com) for more information on any Nurture playdate or to let her know you are coming.

**Our next Playdate will be on

• Friday, October 10 Green Meadows Farm *there is a charge for this playdate* YOU MUST SIGN UP BY 9/17 TO PARTICIPATE.

The playdate calendar dates will always be on the left sidebar of the blog so you can plan ahead.

SAVE THE DATE

The next Women's Ministries event will be on Friday, October 24 at 6:30 pm. Mark it on your calendar; you don't want to miss it!

If you ever have a specific prayer request, please don't hesitate to contact us at nurturewfa@hotmail.com.  We would be more than happy to cover you in prayer.

Have a great week! 

Jamie Halquist 

Nurture coordinator

Nurturewfa@hotmail.com

Nurtureatwfa.blogspot.com

This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. 1 John 5:14

Nurture Newsletter / September 8

Nurture Newsletter 

September 8, 2014

School is back in session and the Fall season is rapidly approaching. 

I tend to have an inner struggle this time of year. I hate for summer to end and for the kids to have to start up their school routine again. Yet, I also look forward to summer ending and the kids starting their school routine again (and a few hours without them in the house.) Am I the only one? Probably not. 

I encourage you to pray over and for your students as you let them go each day. There is nothing better you could do for them. 

Our Moms in Prayer group will be starting up in October again. 

Moms in Prayer is for all moms of children in elementary and middle school.

Moms in Prayer International gathers moms together to pray for God to transform our children and schools.  Won't you join us in prayer for this next generation?  

Invite your friends and neighbors, as well!

If you have questions, please see Becky Boggio(262.366.9649).  You can also email us at nurturewfa@hotmail.com.

THIS WEEK 

Our next playdate will be this THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 at 10:00 am.  We will be meeting at MITCHELL PARK (19900 RIVER RD) in BROOKFIELD. 

(Entrances off of Capitol Drive and River Road between Barker Road and Brookfield Road) 

As always, moms with children of all ages are welcome. 

Please feel free to invite friends, neighbors, and relatives who may be interested in joining in the fun.

We hope you can join us for a fun time of play with our kids!

Contact Aimee Heder (Aimee.heder@gmail.com) for more information on any Nurture playdate or to let her know you are coming.

**Our next Playdate will be on

• Tuesday, September 23 10:00 am walk at RETZER NATURE CENTER (S14 W28167 Madison St) Waukesha

The playdate calendar dates will always be on the left sidebar of the blog so you can plan ahead.

SAVE THE DATE:

Friday, October 10 Green Meadows Farm *there is a charge for this playdate* •YOU MUST SIGN UP BY 9/13 TO PARTICIPATE• CONTACT AIMEE HEDER FOR MORE INFO OR TO SIGN UP (Aimee.heder@gmail.com). 

MARRIAGE BUILDERS Sunday, September 14th @ 5:00 p.m. A marriage-enriching ministry for all couples.  Starting at 5 p.m. in the Café we'll watch "From This Day Forward-Have Fun" and then break into some table group discussion with other couples.  Then from 6:30-8:30 p.m. we encourage you to go on a date with some "homework" questions to discuss with each other.  Childcare is available for those 12 and under on a donation basis.  The other sessions this fall are:  October 12 and November 9.  Please sign up in the atrium or email Michelle at michellep@waukeshafirst.org.

NEXT WEEK

SAVE THE DATE

The next Women's Ministries event will be on Friday, October 24 at 6:30 pm. Mark it on your calendar; you don't want to miss it!

DON'T FORGET! 

If you ever have a specific prayer request, please don't hesitate to contact us at nurturewfa@hotmail.com.  We would be more than happy to cover you in prayer.

Have a great week! 

Jamie Halquist 

Nurture coordinator

Nurturewfa@hotmail.com

Nurtureatwfa.blogspot.com

May The Lord keep watch between you and me. Genesis 31:49