WNAC sponsors offerings with a specific purpose: WNAC operating expenses, International and Home Missions.
WNAC Emphasis Offering—May (Mother’s Day)
Since 1965, WNAC has observed an annual Emphasis Month. This allows a local WAC group a designated time to publicize and promote WNAC among the entire church body. Congregations are also encouraged to give a special love offering to help defray office operational expenses. Originally in August, Emphasis was later changed to May to coincide with Mother’s Day—a time when many churches focus on women and when individuals often give in honor or memory of special Women Active for Christ.
International Missions Offering/WMO Offering – August
Formerly called the Laura Belle Barnard Offering, this offering underwrites IM, Inc. partnerships in countries where IM is heavily invested, but have few or no missionaries. Request the free packet of information from IM. The book Touching the Untouchables, which chronicles Miss Barnard’s life and ministry, will prove advantageous in acquainting women with her life.
To promote the World Missions Offering, encourage women to fill WMO Coin Banks. Be creative as you challenge women to give: a month’s cell phone payment, etc.
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For more information and downloads, go to www.iminc.org
Pre-Thanksgiving Week of Prayer/Mission: North America Offering—November
Formerly called the Lizzie McAdams and Benjamin Randall Offering, this offering highlights or accompanies the Pre-Thanksgiving Week of Prayer. Funds received help underwrite departmental expenses of North American Ministries. Request the free packet of information from WNAC or NAM.
Acquaint women in your church with Mrs. McAdams and her contributions to Free Will Baptists. Find her story in the book Sparks Into Flame. Be creative in challenging your women to give: the cost of a Thanksgiving meal, the price of kitchen appliance, etc.