Women’s Emphasis in Slovakia
April 2007

Under the capable leadership of Sister Jean Tir, missionary to Slovakia, the women of Slovakia hold 10 ladies’ meetings per year and approximately 25-30 Bible studies. They extend invitations though personal contact and through e-mail.

Their February meeting was attended by several ladies whom the Tirs first met through the New Life Center Language School some years ago. These women have continued to show interest in these meetings, which provide opportunity for both Bible study and personal friendships. Professional women and homemakers, alike, find emphasis on their spiritual growth, as provided during these meetings, to be rewarding.

Last July’s ladies meeting was held during the Family Camp in Liptovsky Mikulas, Slovakia. This meeting was attended by 35 women, who represented Slovakia, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and the United States.

In May, Sis. Tir will be the speaker during the Annual Ladies’ Conference held in Serbia. Approximately 100-130 women from several local churches are expected to attend this meeting, the theme of which will be “Victorious Living.”

Sis. Tir finds that some parts of Slovakia are more receptive to the idea of women’s ministries, and in these areas she has been welcomed to teach Bible studies and direct ladies’ meetings. In the more rural areas, women are sometimes restricted to ministries dealing with children and music. All of these ministries, however, are vital to developing this new church field.

The visionary leadership of Missionary and Sister Tir is making an impact on the country of Slovakia. They understand the importance of placing emphasis where Jesus did in His ministry: seeking to change lives through Biblical teaching and example.