Making It Stick-Teaching Tips

As a WMU missions group leader, your role reaches far beyond simply guiding participants through a lesson. You are entrusted with shaping hearts and minds for the mission of God. While curriculum provides structure and direction, it is only a tool—never the destination. The true goal is discipleship: nurturing lives that reflect Christ and actively engage in His mission. Each gathering you lead carries profound purpose. It is an opportunity to help individuals develop a biblical worldview, one that influences how they interpret life, make decisions, and relate to others. It is also a chance to cultivate a deep and lasting heart for missions, fostering compassion and awareness for God’s work both locally and globally. Most importantly, every meeting should inspire action—encouraging participants not just to learn, but to live out their faith in tangible ways. I saw this come to life with one of the girls in my missions class. After learning how to share the gospel, she took a simple tract with her to the playground. There, in her everyday environment, she found the courage to practice what she had learned, sharing the message of Jesus with her friends. That moment was not about completing a lesson—it was about equipping and and discipling someone into a life of living on mission. It can be easy to measure success by whether the lesson was completed. However, the more meaningful measure lies in transformation. Did it change how they see and live on mission? Remember, you are not just a facilitator—you are a disciple-maker and a catalyst for mission-minded living.

Our Annual Meeting was an encouraging and energizing weekend, with 314 attendees gathering for worship, celebration, and renewed vision. We were inspired by keynote messages from Angie Crawford, JoAnn and Andrew Mann, and Diana and Jimmy Bledsoe, whose stories reminded us of the impact of faithful service both locally and globally. Throughout the weekend, participants connected with Eliza Broadus Offering–sponsored ministries featured in the 2026–27 Season of Prayer emphasis, explored the EBO Kids Corner, and enjoyed fellowship at Eliza’s Café. Attendees also learned practical ways to partner with Kentucky Baptist Convention ministries and agencies, strengthening relationships that support Kingdom work across our state and beyond. Pam Polkey was honored as the 2026 Missionary of the Year, and outgoing President Linda Cooper was recognized for her leadership. New KentuckyWMU board members and officers were elected, providing motivation to prioritize the mission. '2026-'2027 KentuckyWMU Executive Board & Officers President: Leigh Ann Lowery, Shepherdsville Vice-President: Claudia Greenwood, Gray Recording Secretary: Denise Gardner, Shelbyville REGIONAL MEMBERS Region 1: Shane Waters, Tina Myers, Zandy Jenkin Region 2: Chad Rafferty, Tonya White, Beth Britto Region 3: Sharon Taylor-Carrillo, Lauren Parish, Robin Warren Region 4: Laura Morris, Lisa Crenshaw, Misty Auten Region 5: Pat (Callan) Hendren, Darlene Schadler, Amy Wilhelmus Region 6: Jennifer Peace, April Bruce, Linda Lee Region 7: Amanda Bradley, Cathy Harris, Jennifer Payne Region 8: Sarah Watkins, Wanda Riddle, Audra Hatfield MEMBERS-AT-LARGE Debbie Pennington, Mel Stormer LEGACY COMMITTEE CHAIR Cheryl Hatfield