Justice and love Quote by Sarah Bessey
““I think you have a great women's ministry when the women of your community fall wildly in love with Jesus. Church ladies like this are the overflow of women who are empowered to lead, to challenge, to seek justice and love mercy, to follow Jesus to the ends of the earth like our church mothers and fathers of the past. You have a great women's ministry when there is room for everyone. You have a great women's ministry when you have detoxed from the world's views and unattainable standards for women and begun to celebrate the everyday women of valor, sitting next to you, and when you encourage, affirm, and welcome the diversity of women—their lives, their voices, their experiences—to the community. You have a great women's ministry when your women are ministering—to the world, to the church, to one another—pouring out freely the grace they have received, however God has gifted them, including cooking and crafts, strategy and leadership.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon/Essay: “What a Great Women’s Ministry Looks Like,” 2019
A thriving women’s ministry embraces love for Jesus, empowerment, diversity, and service, celebrating ordinary women as leaders.
In simple terms: Empowered, diverse women serving together.
Cultivate inclusive, loving community.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- church groups
- small group ministries
- volunteer projects
- mentor programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you broaden inclusion?
- What daily practices honor ordinary women?
May overlook structural barriers that limit participation.