Moravian Women’s Consultation 2008 to be Held in Herrnhut, Germany
June 19-25, 2008 — “Valiant Women in a Violent World”
The steering committee of the 2008 Moravian Women’s Consultation has been hard at work, crossing geographical lines, using technology, and partnering in prayer to create the event “Valiant Women in a Violent World” to be held this June 19-25 in Herrnhut, Germany.
This event will be the third of its kind bringing female representatives from every province of the Moravian Unity together to discuss and work together to conquer issues of importance to women in the hopes of bringing solid initiatives to the Unity Synod being held in 2009. Two representatives from each province, chosen by provincial leaders will speak on behalf of their respective areas of the world.
The event, with the Valiant Women theme, will explore the many ways in which women survive and thrive in the world today and the many challenges this violent world brings to women in their daily and spiritual lives. Aspects of violence will be explored, not just physical but emotional and spiritual violence as well and what form of response should be taken to all forms of suffering and persecution within all ethnic and religious groups. A strong emphasis will be placed on the strength of women within the world today and ways in which Moravians can be part of the solution to many of the world’s problems.
Women of the Unity of the Moravian Church are all sisters in Christ and this event has the goal of uniting sisters of faith for the work of the Lord. The event promises to have large group sessions where issues are presented in detail with small group breakout sessions to discuss ways in which the issues can be dealt with including plans of action and areas where the Moravian Unity might step in to make a difference.
All brothers and sisters are asked to join in a fellowship of prayer leading up to the event.
February 2008 – Female Leaders of the Church (Luke 10:38-41)
Pray for the female Bishops of the Unity who will play a vital role in the Consultation and who bring so much depth to the spirituality of all women of the Unity. Pray for the continued freedom of women who are called to serve in the church. Pray for female administrators and helpers who maintain the critical infrastructure in many areas of the church.
March 2008 – Anti-Slavery (Colossians 4:1)
Sadly slavery still exists in many forms today; pray for enlightenment and for ways to continue the struggle to eradicate all forms of forced labor and violation. Remember all victims of all forms of slavery in your prayers. Pray for freedom of mind, body, and spirit.
April 2008 – Violence Against Women (Ephesians 6:12)
Pray for all victims of violence; pray for women and children who suffer in life; pray for victims of emotional violence as well as physical, both cause serious harm and reduce the quality of life.
May 2008 – The Unity – The Worldwide Church (Matthew 28:19-20)
Pray for the physical and spiritual growth of the Church. Pray for new vision for the future and appreciation of the past. Pray for new work in new areas and for leaders throughout the Unity.
June 2008 – The Consultation (Acts 14:27-28)
Special Prayer requested on June 19-25 as the Consultation is in progress.
Pray for the Consultation. Pray that goals are met and that fundraising efforts have been successful so women from all areas could attend. Pray for the host Province and for all of the women in attendance, for the work being done, and for all the women and girls throughout the world in our congregations.
