GC Women's Ministries Newsletter                                                         May 2002

	Editorial . . .A Matter of Accountability
	by Heather-Dawn Small Associate Director General Conference Women's Ministries Department

As women of God living in this demanding age we find little time for ourselves or for reflective thought. Take a few minutes to go over these questions and answer them as honestly as you can.

Next, decide what changes you must make as a result of the answers you have given to these questions. Then make the changes one at a time.

This is by no means a comfortable exercise, but it is a necessary one. For if we are to grow we must make the time for introspection.

Thirteen tough questions I ask myself before the mirror*:

1. Have I been honest with myself and those who care enough to ask how I really am?
2. How long has it been since I have done something spontaneous and fun, either alone or with those I love?
3. Am I harboring anger or resentment against anyone?
4. Have I invested time and energy into the well-being of the people closest to me in my personal life?
5. Have I cultivated the contemplative and quiet side of my life this week?
6. Have I set limits on my availability and have I gently but firmly enforced them?
7. Do I say "yes" too easily? Do I allow myself to say "no"?
8. Have I kept confidences, avoided gossip, and spoken highly of the people I live with, work with, and play with?
9. What are my motives for involvement in a care-giving role?
10. Have I taken good care of my physical body by getting enough rest, eating properly, and exercising?
11. Have I allowed myself to fail, recognizing that the only one expecting perfection from me is me?
12. Are there people in my life to whom I can turn in times of need?
13. Have I taken the time to address my own problems and needs (or do I consider myself indispensable?).

*Source unknown

The Resource Packets for Women's Emphasis Day June 8, 2002 and Abuse Prevention Emphasis Day
August 24, 2002 are available on our website: http://wm.gc.adventist.org/

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We Solicit Your Prayers...

Women's Ministries of Southeastern Conference (USA) will be conducting 30 crusades simultaneously in 30 churches of that conference May 24 to June 8. The women are currently having small group evangelism in their communities. At the end they will do two weeks of reaping. The women will be preaching. Remember them in your prayers.

Nicolle Brisee, SE Conf WM Director

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