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Welcome to Women of Vision-Austin! We are a non-denominational volunteer ministry supporting World Vision’s transformative work. We strive to impact the lives of children and families living in extreme poverty in the name of Christ. We are a diverse group who refuse to sit idly while poverty and injustice abound. We invite you to join us as we pray, learn, serve, and give. For more info, email wovaustin@gmail.com
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Sunday, January 3, 2016
Upcoming Events in 2024
Up Next...
10am Sat, Jan 13th, 2024 - Book discussion: The Whole Language: The Power of Extravagant Tenderness
by Father Gregory Boyle. Location: la Madeleine Lakeline (meet @ 9:15am if doing breakfast); RSVP to wovaustin@gmail.com
Friday, January 30, 2015
Join us in prayer - updated for 2024
With all the crises in the world, it's important not to let worry and fear run rampant in our hearts and minds. Instead, let us pray together specifically and in agreement for God's Kingdom to come and His will to be done.
In light of all the shaking in the world, Lord, we claim Psalm 121 protection for all Your children in our coming and our going. We acknowledge that our very lives are in Your hands. Thanks to You and Your son we are secure. That truth makes all the difference no matter our circumstances. Help us all to turn to You and find You. Help us to call on Your name and find a personal relationship with You, Our God who Saves. Equip Your church to persevere for Your glory. Bind up those who are suffering with illness, loss of a loved one or economic distress. Come Jehovah Jireh our Provider. Equip us to share the love of Christ with those who so desperately need You. Raise up righteous leaders in every sector of society to lead us in Your ways. May Your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven, in Jesus' name, Amen.
In light of all the shaking in the world, Lord, we claim Psalm 121 protection for all Your children in our coming and our going. We acknowledge that our very lives are in Your hands. Thanks to You and Your son we are secure. That truth makes all the difference no matter our circumstances. Help us all to turn to You and find You. Help us to call on Your name and find a personal relationship with You, Our God who Saves. Equip Your church to persevere for Your glory. Bind up those who are suffering with illness, loss of a loved one or economic distress. Come Jehovah Jireh our Provider. Equip us to share the love of Christ with those who so desperately need You. Raise up righteous leaders in every sector of society to lead us in Your ways. May Your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven, in Jesus' name, Amen.
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Past Book Discussions (updated 2024)
God used many of these books to help us understand issues like poverty, human trafficking and systemic oppression and injustice. Along with 'understanding' came a call to action to do what we can (to refuse to do nothing) knowing that He is responsible for the outcome. While we support and pray for those on the front lines doing God's work, our goal is to help educate others on what we've learned and invite them to be part of what God is doing to reconcile all things this side of heaven. Some of the books that have inspired us include:
The Whole Language by Greg Boyle
The Other Side by Villalobos
I Am a Girl From Africa by Nyamayaro
The Book of Rosy by Pablo Cruz and Schwietert CollazoDangerous Love by Ray Norman
Be the Bridge by Latasha Morrison
Enrique's Journey by Nazario
Saturday, November 3, 2012
What do I Say? Child Sponsorship Letter Writing "Clinic"
Welcome to the recap
of our child sponsorship letter writing
event! The bulk of this recap is devoted to all the
ideas you and others are doing to let your sponsored child(ren) and his/her family
know they are special…in your eyes and in God’s!
Thursday, September 6, 2012
From Microsoft to Brothels...
Thank you to our Free Austin Keynote speaker Margo Day who was led from the executive offices of Microsoft to the plains of Africa and the red light districts of Bangladesh and Cambodia. For the past year while on sabbatical from Microsoft, she learned we have what’s necessary to fight injustice. From the biblical story of loaves and fishes, we have enough (thanks be to God). We are strong enough to do our part in the fight against poverty and modern day slavery! To view Margo's presentation, click the "Read More" link below.
Greetings from Matete!
Come celebrate God’s work in Matete and the important projects our chapter helps fund! Hear stories from our recent trip to Matete, Kenya and see pictures and videos from our trip. If you’d like to make the trip to Matete yourself someday or simply wish to celebrate God’s handiwork, please come and invite friends who might like to hear about this meaningful relationship! This event is in partnership with Bethany UMC and is open to the public.
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