“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6).
This week we will share some testimonies concerning WNAC and how it has played an important part in women’s lives. The above Scripture is a favorite of Judy Lytle, who serves with her husband, Steve, in Panama.
“Just how far back can I trace WNAC in my life? I imagine I was present at an “Auxiliary” meeting before I was a month old. My grandmothers and my mother were all active in the Woman’s Auxiliary, and I remember going with my mother as a young girl every time they had a meeting. I learned a lot just sitting and listening to what they were discussing. I learned how to conduct business. I learned how to plan activities. I learned about the mission fields in our little community.”
“In those meetings as a child, my eyes were opened to missions. Each month, missionaries’ needs were lifted up to the Father. I would sit quietly (I hope) and listen as one of the women would talk about the ministry of Carlisle and Marie Hanna in India or Mom and Pop Willey in Cuba. I would imagine being there with them and wondered what it would be like to share the message of salvation with someone who was hearing it for the first time. God was working on my heart even then.”
“Steve and I have always appreciated the ministry of the WNAC. Women pray for us. They support us financially. They send birthday cards. They write us emails and now message us on Facebook. They have supplied us with dishes, small appliances, linens and much more, time and time again through the ministry of the provision closet. Also, when we have a special need, we just share it with the WNAC. They find a way to help.”
“I believe it is a two way street. The WNAC has been a huge blessing to me and in turn, I trust I’ve been able to give back a little to keep the cause of women and missions active in our local churches.”
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray that results and reports of yesterday’s WMO would spur many more to give in the coming week to this annual offering. Pray also for Judy Lytle, currently stateside, as they prepare to return to Panama and ministry at the Chame seminary.
