Women’s Ministry

The purpose of the Women’s Ministry at Church of the Lakes is to foster a joyful relationship with God for women of all ages by connecting with one another, exploring God’s story and serving together.

Our Women’s Ministry focuses on four areas: Spiritual, Social, Service, and Support. We look forward to your participation in these groups and activities.

To view our full list of courses available for your journey of faith visit the church office.

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*Click here to request child care for any groups meeting at the church.

Spiritual

Bible Studies:

Women’s Bible Study
All Things New
Dates: Mondays, January 5th – February 16th
Moms on the Move: 10:00 – 11:30 am, room 201
Daytime: 1:00 – 2:30 pm, room 206
Led by: Angela Fritz
The city of ancient Corinth was much like our own modern-day cities: a melting pot of electrifying cultural experiences to be had, along with the myriad pitfalls of spiritual depravity. Still, Paul wrote to the church of God in Corinth. Meaning God’s church is meant to thrive in any city and every circumstance in which we find ourselves. Paul’s letter is as timely as ever. Books are available for $15, contact Angela.

Off-Site Bible Study – Weekly
Dates: Mondays, ongoing
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 am
Place: Sebia Crum’s home (contact the church office for information)
Led by: Sebia Crum
Focus on studying specific books of the Bible.

Off-Site Bible Study – Monthly
Dates: 3rd Thursday of the month
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm (food will be included)
Place: Debbie Messer’s home in Canal Fulton
Contact: Debbie Messner – 330-801-0599
Seeing the goodness of God in your life and putting value back into friendships.

EVENTS:

Women’s Weekend Retreat
Dates: Friday, April 17th & Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Place: Carisle Inn in Walnut Creek
Speaker: Angela Fritz
Join us at this year’s retreat, where we will be echoing the disciples’ request, “Lord, teach us to pray”. Throughout the weekend, we will learn about various ways to connect with God through prayer. We will look to prayers in the Bible beginning with The Lord’s Prayer that can inspire your own. We will learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. Above all, you’ll notice there’s no one right way to pray. As you draw near to God through prayer, you’ll find your faith strengthened and your heart united to Christ.

Social

Women’s Book Clubs
1st Wednesdays, 10:00 am, room 201
Saturday (once a month) 9:00 am, Panera Bread on Belpar
Led by: Sue Hoffmeyer (Wed); Kelly Lorenz (Sat)
Provides an opportunity for Christian women to read books that support spiritual growth and to provide fellowship. Books include non-fiction, biographies and fiction discussed from a Christian perspective. Members may join at any time. Meets August through May.

Widow’s Connection
Monthly luncheon at various restaurants to promote fellowship and friendship. Learn more about other planned activities at our luncheons. Women may join this group at any time. For more information contact Sue Hoffmeyer, 330-704-1774.

Women’s Exchange – Women’s Exchange is an all-inclusive community group open to all women. We meet on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month at 9:30 am. Our purpose is to provide mental and social stimulation and allow an arena for sharing concerns and discussing current issues. For more information about Women’s Exchange click here.

Events:

Zumba Class
Dates: Sundays, January 4th – 25th
Time: 6:30 – 7:15 pm
A freewill donation will go to Hope Bridge. Church member Stephanie Getz will lead this upbeat exercise class.

Galentine’s Day
Date: Saturday, February 14th
Time & Location: TBD
Open to any single women. Come join us for great food, games, laughter, and fun. RSVP to Sue Hoffmeyer, 330-704-1774

Service

Prayer Shawl
Dates: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month, September – May
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Place: room 203
Contact:
Knit and crochet prayer shawls to be a comfort for those going through trials in life both inside and outside our church. All skill levels are welcome. They even have supplies that you can use. Over 800 prayer shawls have been donated since this ministry started.

Baby Bundles Plus
Dates: 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month, September – May
Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 pm
Place: Church, room 108
Contact: Lucy Woods – text 330-417-0282
Makes baby quilts for children being baptized at our church and needy agencies. Sews & stuffs dolls for outpatient lab & surgical units at Akron Children’s Hospital and adult lap blankets for nursing home patients. Makes stuffed animals for Stark County Children’s Services, and needy agencies. Also sews dresses for girls in Africa. Help is needed in all areas. Instructions given.

Total Living Center
Date: 4th Tuesday of each month
Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Contact: Chris Moore
Total Living Center is located on 9th St SW in Canton. Their mission is transforming lives in our community by being a bridge of healing and compassion.

The Encouragers
Dates: One Saturday per month
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Place: Church, room 108
Contact: Rosemary Lare
The encouragers are a card making ministry that supports our GRACE6:8 Foster care ministries as well as other ministries within our church. They will meet to create cards to send out for upcoming occasions. Sometimes cards will also be created for personal use. Feel free to bring your own supplies, but they will be provided as well.

We Love Children Benefit:
Supporting Helping Children Worldwide
Date: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 2:00 pm
There is no doubt that Church of the Lakes has a heart for winning children for Jesus by first meeting their needs, especially children in vulnerable situations. This year’s We Love Children Benefit will be raising awareness and funding for Helping Children Worldwide. This organization is near and dear to our hearts as we have sent mission teams to Sierra Leone to help with the medical facility. This time we are partnering with their child reintegration initiative that supports family advocacy and orphan prevention. We will have Melody Curtiss present with us to share about Helping Children Worldwide. Join us for a catered lunch, silent auction, entertainment, door prizes, and more. Ways to help: Pray, Volunteer for the benefit, Donate a basket for the silent auction, Attend the benefit.

Support

Single and Parenting
Dates: Mondays, January 5th – February 9th
Time: 7:00 – 8:15 pm
Place: room 203
Contact: Angela Fritz
Single and parenting is a program that helps single parents find practical help and encouragement as they seek to successfully guide their children into adulthood.

Care & Connect
Dates: 2nd Mondays
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm (food will be available)
Place: room 201
The mission of our Care and Connect support group is to connect, support, and encourage foster, adoptive, and kinship families as they serve the vulnerable children in our community. For more information, contact Julia Fabich

MomCo (Formerly MOPS)
Dates: one Wednesday per month, beginning September 24th
Time: 5:30 – 6:00, Food & Fellowship; 6:00 – 7:30 pm, Discussion
Place: room 214
Contact: Krista Gesaman
A group for mothers of preschool and school-age children. Being a mom is beautiful and hard. We get that you need a safe space to breathe and a place to get some encouragement that what you are doing matters.

P.A.C.T – Praying for Adult Children Together
Dates: 1st Thursdays
Time: 10:00 am
Place: room 201
We come together to pray for our adult children and grandchildren and commit to praying for one another’s requests between gatherings. Prayer concerns shared will remain confidential. Please bring a notebook to record prayer requests. *Both women and men are welcome.