TouchPoints Connections
What is TouchPoints Connections?
TouchPoints Connections is a foundational part of our organization, and provides the framework to ministry to women who are in the leadership trenches of ministry. As only women who have walked in the same shoes can, we understand the deep need for this type of ministry.
TouchPoints Connections are groups of four to ten women from a common location who are traveling on the same road of ministry. Sometimes individually they are running and sometimes barely crawling, but always together they are able to keep one another focused on the Lord in the journey. Once a month (September–May) leaders meet to learn, share, support, laugh and pray together. TouchPoints Connection truly is a safe place to share the joys and sorrows of ministry, so they leave better equipped and encouraged to continue serving others. Each month a topic is presented for discussion, there is opportunity to share ministry victories and challenges and end with a time of prayer.
TouchPoints Connection is made up of leaders from a many different denominations. This we call “Kingdom Collaboration”, for together we are united, stronger together then alone... ministry at its finest! (Romans 1:11-12) Friendships develop, leaders are strengthened, churches are blessed and communities impacted.
If you are a woman in ministry whether it is in the church or a parachurch organization you are invited to be part of a TouchPoints Connections group. The purpose of Connections is to provide mutual support, encouragement, ideas and resources. These groups meet monthly in locations around the Puget Sound area. Currently there are groups meeting in….
- Kitsap Peninsula - 2nd Tuesday
- Lake Stevens - 2nd Friday
- Bothell/Lynnwood - 3rd Monday
- Puyallup - 3rd Friday
- Snohomish 4th Tuesday (evening)
What are the TouchPoints Connection Guidelines?
- Connection participants agree with the TouchPoints Ministry Statement of Faith.
- Groups consist of 4-10 women.
- Each group meets monthly (Sept. thru May…with the exception of Dec.) in a central location.
- Those unable to attend please contact your facilitator prior to meeting date.
- Members will come prepared to share ideas and resources on the pre-determined topic provided by TouchPoints Ministry Connections Coordinator or the group’s facilitator. (It is suggested that copies of any pertinent materials shared be provided for each member of the group).
- Confidentiality is a MUST! TouchPoints Connection is a safe place where leaders can seek answers for their struggles and gain wisdom from other’s experiences and resources.
- At Connections meetings, an emphasis is placed on leadership development as well as discussing how to meet the personal needs of women both inside and outside the church.
- TouchPoints Connections is an extension of LEAD (Leadership Enrichment and Development). The group facilitator is a part of the TouchPoints leadership team who facilitates the movement of the group’s discussion and is responsible for all communication needs between members and TouchPoints Ministry.
- New groups are formed under the direction of TouchPoints Ministry.
- Members of the TouchPoints leadership team will visit each group periodically for support, information, communication and support.
Connections Prayer Network
The Prayer Network team provides prayer support for the women we serve and the ministries they represent. We also are commited to for other churches, ministries and events that make a positive influence on our communities and the world.
The prayer team is available for prayer requests that come through emails or personal contacts. All prayer requests are confidential and only shared with members of the prayer time unless otherwise requested. Prayer requests may be submitted anonymously. If you would like to be part of this growing ministry network or have a special prayer need, please contact us through prayer@touchpointsministry.org.
For more information about being part of a Connections group, or starting one in your area, please contact us at connections@touchpointsministry.org
