Imagine if young women in all of our churches truly gained an understanding of what it means to be “radically involved in the mission of God.” Whether on college campuses, working professionally, or nurturing young children of their own, groups of young women are reaching the world for Christ. WMU provides resources to help guide young women to a greater understanding of God’s work in the world and how they can join Him in His work. We are here to support you whether you lead a missions small group or simply want ideas to engage the world.
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MISSIONS DISCIPLESHIP for Young WomenThrough myMISSION, young women (18-35ish)) engage in Bible study, the building of community, and various missions projects. This missions group functions like a cross between a small groups Bible Study, a prayer group, and a missions organization. Anyone can be a part of myMISSION. It’s for the college student, the young professional, the young mom, and the girl next door.
Why myMISSION? myMISSION enables women to recognize their status in Christ;
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myMISSION GROUP GOALS
myMISSION goals are similar to goals most of us strive for in our day-to-day lives. They include discipleship, social transformation, fellowship, and encouragement among Christian Women.
Discipleship
Group members should encourage one another to grow in their relationship with Christ. Members may encourage each other in many forms of discipleship such as Bible study, prayer, Scripture memory, evangelism training, etc.
Social Transformation
We are eager to change the world. Here's how myMISSION groups can work together to do just that! Group should learn about missions and how involvement leads to social transformation. They should participate in missions by having a missional partnership with a non-profit ministry. In doing so, your group should serve it's adopted ministry through prayer and missions projects. Also, you should commit to supporting local and world missions through prayer and sacrificial giving.
Fellowship
Time with other women is important, especially when you gather to study Scripture and take time to focus on God's mission in the world. Groups should be intentional about spending time together, getting to know one another, and including new people in the group.
Encouragement
We all need encouragement. Groups are a great place to share prayer requests and find accountability partners. Group members should look for ways to build one another up!
Flexible Small Group Structure
Starting a myMISSION group is easy. Whether you start a group for the college students, young professionals, the young mom—any young woman in any stage of life, the structure flexible to meet different needs.
Start your group...
COLLEGE STUDENTS >>> Learn about myMISSION Chapters here.
Starting a myMISSION group is easy. Whether you start a group for the college students, young professionals, the young mom—any young woman in any stage of life, the structure flexible to meet different needs.
Start your group...
- in a home
- on your college campus
- at a coffee shop
- at your gym
- at the church .....on a saturday ...with food...you get it.
COLLEGE STUDENTS >>> Learn about myMISSION Chapters here.
What Young Women are saying...
"MyMISSION is a place where faith and missions education culminate into action. There you get to be the hands and feet of Christ through the framework of Christian community. By uniting participants on Mission for Christ, and arming them with robust but accessible bible study, MyMISSION is an innovative step into the future of WMU."
- Darcy Jo, myMission member
Missions Celebration and Annual Meeting
Join hundreds of WMUers from across the state for Kentucky WMU Annual Meeting and Mission Celebration, a challenging, two-day event designed to promote missions engagement and to celebrate what God is doing through missionaries in Kentucky and around the world. You will be encouraged and equipped to live on mission with Jesus through uplifting worship, powerful teaching, and practical workshop sessions on a variety of topics, including missions action, evangelism, and missions discipleship.
Women's Missions Retreats
Each Fall Kentucky WMU hosts a Women's Missions Retreat for women 18 and up. Women's Missions Retreat brings hope and refreshment to all who attend through worship, incredible Bible teaching and amazing missionary testimonies, and a relaxing environment. You will laugh, cry, be equipped, be encouraged, and grow together with other women from around Kentucky. Gather a group of friends and come make some new ones!
KENTUCKY BAPTIST WOMEN: You are always invited to attend any WMU sponsored event. You do not need to be a member of myMISSION, Women on Mission or Adults on Mission to participate in these events. Bring your friends!
Join hundreds of WMUers from across the state for Kentucky WMU Annual Meeting and Mission Celebration, a challenging, two-day event designed to promote missions engagement and to celebrate what God is doing through missionaries in Kentucky and around the world. You will be encouraged and equipped to live on mission with Jesus through uplifting worship, powerful teaching, and practical workshop sessions on a variety of topics, including missions action, evangelism, and missions discipleship.
Women's Missions Retreats
Each Fall Kentucky WMU hosts a Women's Missions Retreat for women 18 and up. Women's Missions Retreat brings hope and refreshment to all who attend through worship, incredible Bible teaching and amazing missionary testimonies, and a relaxing environment. You will laugh, cry, be equipped, be encouraged, and grow together with other women from around Kentucky. Gather a group of friends and come make some new ones!
KENTUCKY BAPTIST WOMEN: You are always invited to attend any WMU sponsored event. You do not need to be a member of myMISSION, Women on Mission or Adults on Mission to participate in these events. Bring your friends!
TRAINING THROUGH KENTUCKY WMU
One-On-One Missions Leader Training
Our missions strategists are able to come and provide a one on one training for your local church and associational leaders. Schedule your training anytime throughout the year. Contact Kentucky WMU to set up your training session.
EQUIP TOUR
In partnership with KBC, Kentucky WMU offers two training workshops during each stop of the EQUIP Tour. Don't miss out on this training coming to a location near you. Register with the KBC.
Rock Solid: Leadership Foundations for Missions Discipleship Leaders
This online webinar series explores the concepts of leadership styles, missions discipleship techniques, mentoring relationships, accountability, and how they intersect with mobilizing the church for missions. Webinar found at kywmu.org/rock-solid.
TRAINING THROUGH NATIONAL WMU
Christian Women's Leadership Center
Christian Women’s Leadership Center exists to help Christian women discover and develop their leadership gifts and skills. Our holistic learning experiences will help you serve more effectively, as God calls you in life, the marketplace, and the church.
CWLC’s online courses are developed to help you improve your leadership skills and gifts.
Each $30.00 course contains the course textbook in PDF format and provides interactive assignments to deepen your learning. Assignments include reading assignments, watching short instructional videos, and completing online reflections. The courses last thirty days and you can complete the assignments at your own pace.
You can take each course as a stand-alone course, or you can take all nine courses to earn a CWLC Leadership Certificate. Classes include:
One-On-One Missions Leader Training
Our missions strategists are able to come and provide a one on one training for your local church and associational leaders. Schedule your training anytime throughout the year. Contact Kentucky WMU to set up your training session.
EQUIP TOUR
In partnership with KBC, Kentucky WMU offers two training workshops during each stop of the EQUIP Tour. Don't miss out on this training coming to a location near you. Register with the KBC.
Rock Solid: Leadership Foundations for Missions Discipleship Leaders
This online webinar series explores the concepts of leadership styles, missions discipleship techniques, mentoring relationships, accountability, and how they intersect with mobilizing the church for missions. Webinar found at kywmu.org/rock-solid.
TRAINING THROUGH NATIONAL WMU
Christian Women's Leadership Center
Christian Women’s Leadership Center exists to help Christian women discover and develop their leadership gifts and skills. Our holistic learning experiences will help you serve more effectively, as God calls you in life, the marketplace, and the church.
CWLC’s online courses are developed to help you improve your leadership skills and gifts.
Each $30.00 course contains the course textbook in PDF format and provides interactive assignments to deepen your learning. Assignments include reading assignments, watching short instructional videos, and completing online reflections. The courses last thirty days and you can complete the assignments at your own pace.
You can take each course as a stand-alone course, or you can take all nine courses to earn a CWLC Leadership Certificate. Classes include:
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myMISSION Small Group Leader Guide
Starting a myMISSION group is easier than you think. Take a look at this guide booklet to help you get started.
myMission Bible Study & Faith in Action Monthly Resource (FREE Download)
This free Resource is easy for leaders of any experience level to use! Find more resources and "How To" help at the National WMU webpage for myMISSION. You can also download the FREE Bible Study | Faith in Action guide at wmu.com/adults.
Missionary Prayer Calendars
Caring for Missionaries includes praying for them daily. WMU has a history of regularly praying for missionaries on their birthday. We have heard countless stories of missionaries waiting to make BIG decisions on their birthday because men and women are praying BIG for them on their birthdays. For a quick list of missionary birthdays, visit the following links:
Missions Mosaic (One-Year Subscription; $22.99 Print Issues; $20.99 Digital Issues; $24.99 Digital/Print Bundle)
Be inspired by true stories of people who are transforming their communities for Christ. Each issue of Missions Mosaic equips you with a Bible study, prayer starter, ministry ideas, and evangelism tools. And every issue includes Prayer Patterns—daily devotions followed by a listing of missionaries each month.
Missions Leader: WMU Planning Guide ($17.99 Digital)
This comprehensive guide provides practical ideas you can use and modify to fit the needs of your church and help everyone in your church grow in their understanding of and passion for missions.
Starting a myMISSION group is easier than you think. Take a look at this guide booklet to help you get started.
myMission Bible Study & Faith in Action Monthly Resource (FREE Download)
This free Resource is easy for leaders of any experience level to use! Find more resources and "How To" help at the National WMU webpage for myMISSION. You can also download the FREE Bible Study | Faith in Action guide at wmu.com/adults.
Missionary Prayer Calendars
Caring for Missionaries includes praying for them daily. WMU has a history of regularly praying for missionaries on their birthday. We have heard countless stories of missionaries waiting to make BIG decisions on their birthday because men and women are praying BIG for them on their birthdays. For a quick list of missionary birthdays, visit the following links:
- International and North American Missionaries: wmu.com/missions-discipleship/prayercalendar/.
- Kentucky Missionaries: www.kybaptist.org/interseed/
Missions Mosaic (One-Year Subscription; $22.99 Print Issues; $20.99 Digital Issues; $24.99 Digital/Print Bundle)
Be inspired by true stories of people who are transforming their communities for Christ. Each issue of Missions Mosaic equips you with a Bible study, prayer starter, ministry ideas, and evangelism tools. And every issue includes Prayer Patterns—daily devotions followed by a listing of missionaries each month.
Missions Leader: WMU Planning Guide ($17.99 Digital)
This comprehensive guide provides practical ideas you can use and modify to fit the needs of your church and help everyone in your church grow in their understanding of and passion for missions.