Ladies Summer Prep Fun

Last weekend some of the young ladies of St. John got together for some 'spa time' in prep for summer. This was the 'kick-off' activity for the mentoring group we are starting in which young women in the 20s and young ladies grades 6-12 mentor each other. Friday the 14th the HS ladies gathered for an ice cream social. Natalie had the great idea of making sundaes in gutters (new and cleaned of course). It was great fun and I highly recommend trying this! We spent the first part of the evening chatting and sharing, then enjoying ice cream, playing an ice-breaker game involving cotton balls and petroleum jelly, and then we had fun playing with make-up, lotions, etc. The main point of 'summer prep' was learning to bring God into EVERY part of our lives; including the girly things of fashion, make-up and summer fun! Below is a preview of the prayer God led me to write based off of Ephesians 6:10-20! We handed out copies of this to each lady; printed on girly paper! Hope you enjoy as well!



The next morning, we meet some of the 6-8th graders for a 'brunch'. We spent the morning doing the same events as the night before. By the time Satuday afternoon had come, I was so happy reflecting on the beauty and uniqueness of each young lady. My heart fills with joy as I enjoy watching the differences between the 6-7th graders, the 8th graders, the HS girls and the seniors. Praying for each lady and so thankful God brought each of them into my life!

The 6-7th graders decided to be adventurous and tried out the make-up as war-paint! Pretty creative if you ask me ;)

Ephesians 6:10-20

The Whole Armor of God

Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all to stand.

Stand therefore,
having girded your waist with truth
having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

above all,
taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one.

And take
the helmet of salvation,
And the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God;

Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end which all perseverance and supplication for all the saints – and for me, that utterance may be given to me, that I may open my mouth boldly to make known the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak.











A Woman’s Prayer: As She ‘Prepares for Battle’

~Shanna French~ May 2010

Lord, as You have taught me, I want to clothe myself in the full armor of Your blessings each day You give to me. Being a female in today’s world, I can easily get wrapped up in things of vanity and self. Let me focus instead on Your truths and how You would have me live. May my every action reflect You and bring glory to You and Your kingdom.

Having exfoliated, just as You have done for me, the old-self has been removed so the new may grow and shine. (2 Corinthians 5:17)

May the cream used daily show the softness and gentleness you wish me to share with the world. (Philippians 4:4-5)

As I apply the foundation to my face, may I be reminded that it is purity in mind and actions that You seek. (Proverbs 22:11)

Just as the blush brings about color to my cheeks, so may I bring color and joy to those around me. (Romans 15:13)

I pray that You shield what I see and focus on today as I apply make-up to my eyes. (Proverbs 4:25 and 23:26)

I pray that the words of my mouth be pleasing to You Lord as I apply moisture and color to my lips. (Proverbs 16:24)

Please protect and grow my mind as I clean, shape and style my hair which covers it. Let the meditations of my heart be pleasing to You O, Lord. (Philippians 4:7)

Just as my perfume fills the air, I want my worship and my love to be sweetness and pleasing to You Lord. (Colossians 1:10)

As I place the necklace around my neck, I pray for the heart it rests upon to be one after Your own heart. (1 Samuel 13:14, Psalms 13:5)

May these earrings symbol filters placed on my ears that I may discern what is truth Lord. (Psalm 25:5, Proverbs 2:3, Philippians 1:9-10)

I place this bracelet on my wrist and pray that my hands’ work bring glory to You. (John 15:5)

Often representing commitments, may these rings remind me to first love You with all my heart, mind and soul, and then my neighbors as myself. (Matthew 22:36-46)

I know my body is a temple in which You dwell my Lord. I pray that the coverings I clothe myself in allow You to shine through. (Colossians 3:12)

As I know the devil is like a roaring lion, waiting to attack me, I pray that You provide me the protection I need daily. May my nails reflect my readiness to protect what is most dear to me; my life in You. Thank you for equipping me with The Full Armor of God. (1 Peter 5:8, Ephesians 6:10-20)


May Our Focus Be On Christ!! ~Shanna French~ May 2010