This section of The Cutting Edge presents brief articles for leaders of women's groups to use as they plan and prepare for women's involvement in their churches and communities.  Whether you need basic steps in beginning a women's ministry group or a community evangelistic outreach activity, the Toolbox will direct you to user-friendly resources for missions education for all ages and to effective planning for maximum results. The Toolbox will challenge you and your women's group to think outside the box!
The Toolbox...10 Realities for a 21st Century Leader (part 2)
In the first part of this five-part series, we discussed that the rules have changed and that life is faster, and how these two realities bombard any leader who wants to be effective in carrying out his or her assignments and responsibilities. The third reality we must acknowledge as leaders is change. Read More
The Toolbox...10 Realities for a 21st Century Leader (part 1)
H. Dale Burke has written a thought-provoking book entitled How to Lead & Still Have a Life (Harvest House Publishers, 2004) in which he proposes that to be an effective leader there are some principles based on “less is more.” Read More
The Toolbox...Expand Your Missions Horizon
There are many websites available that will help you maximize your missions knowledge base. Use them to plan short-term mission trips, for in-depth current missions information, and for ideas to create a missions atmosphere in your church. Read More
The Toolbox...Ministering Outside the Church Walls
Devote one Sunday a month to serving in your community. One church called the event Second Sunday Impact and provided a light lunch after the morning worship for anyone who wanted to attend. After lunch, projects were described, groups were formed and everyone went out to complete their assignments. A time was set to report back to the church and groups were allowed to share their experience. The event ended with a time of prayer thanking God for the opportunity to minister in the community. Read More
The Toolbox...Spa Night
How about providing a spa for women who are in difficult circumstances? Read More
The Toolbox: Got Missions?
Here are ten ideas to increase mission awareness in your church. Read More
The Toolbox - Missions Shopping
Are you ready for the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering? Here is a quick checklist for every mission shopper. Read More
The Toolbox...Christmas Missions Projects
The toolbox features short articles on mission events, ministry projects, special mission giving opportunities, and creative ideas for church wide events, the toolbox will be a favorite! Read More