Your weekly roundup :: May 25 – 29

As you head into your weekend, here are a few articles from the past week we thought you might enjoy.

Overcoming the ‘Silent Strength’ of Mental Illness

Coleen Thomson of 4word: Philadelphia shares her experience with mental illness — her struggle for acceptance in the church, her personal barriers to seeking healing, and the freedom she found in God. Don’t miss her story!

Did you know our Monday blogs are now available in Spanish? If you or someone you know is interested in receiving these blogs each week, click here. 

Listen to Episode 10 now!

Kristen Stockton, a business performance consultant, executive coach, and the chair of 4word: Washington D.C., coaches us through how to release ourselves from limiting beliefs. Hosted by Jordan Johnstone.

Our work, love, pray favorites

3 Essentials To Remember as You Go Back to Work

John Pletcher with the Institute for Faith, Work & Economics shares his tips for viewing going back to work as a chance to hit reset on your purpose. 

10 Simple Date-Night-In Ideas You’ll Want To Try ASAP

Debra Fileta lists fun ways to keep date night alive in the world of quarantine and limited entertainment.

Why Are So Many Single Women Leaving the Church?

Katie Gaddini with Relevant Magazine talks through three things she thinks may be driving single women out of their church communities. 

Listen to the latest Mentoring Monday radio show

In case you missed it, here’s the latest episode of the Mentoring Monday radio show featuring guest Kristen Stockton.

4word: Local Group Events

4word is recommending that all our Local Groups follow their state and local mandates regarding meetings and public gatherings. Please check with your Local Group regarding any event cancellations or changes to virtual meetings.

Take a look at these upcoming 4word: Local Group event dates and see which one(s) you can attend. We’d love to see you there!

• Chicago – Lunch Break Discussion – May 29 @ Noon Virtual
• Austin – First Tuesday Meet-Up – June 2 @ 5:30PM
• Twin Cities – June Lunch – June 2 @ noon
• Houston – Virtual Bible Study – June 3 @ 7:30AM
• Austin – Westlake/Central Virtual – June 4 @ TBD
• Seattle – June Gathering – June 4 @ 6:30PM
• Nashville – June Gathering – June 8 @ 7:00PM
• Charleston – June Virtual Gathering – June 9 @ noon
• Chicago – June Power Breakfast – June 9 @ 7:00AM
• Colorado Springs – June Lady Boss Breakfast Virtual – June 9 @ 8:00AM
• Southlake – June Breakfast – June 9 @ 8:30AM
• Dallas – Bi-Monthly Bible Study – June 10 @ 6:30PM
• Houston – Virtual Bible Study – June 10 @ 7:30AM
• Austin – South Small Group – June 11 @ noon
• Palm Beach – Palm Beach County June Study – June 11 @ 7:00PM
• Philadelphia – Chester County Gathering – June 11 @ 6:30PM
• Phoenix – Happy Hour Gathering – June 11 @ 6:00PM
• Austin – Heart Connect Virtual Prayer Gathering – June 15 @ 5:30PM
• Austin – Bee Cave/Lakeway Small Group – June 16 @ 11:45AM
• Bay Area – San Francisco June Gathering – June 16 @ 6:00PM
• New York City – Virtual June Gathering – June 16 @ 7:00PM
• San Antonio – June Luncheon – June 16 @ 11:45AM
• Austin – Cedar Park Small Group – June 17 @ 5:30PM
• Detroit – June Social – June 17 @ 5:30PM
• Houston – Virtual Bible Study – June 17 @ 7:30AM
• Philadelphia – Old City/Historic District Gathering – June 17 @ 7:30AM
• Portland – June Luncheon – June 18 @ noon
• Dallas – North Breakfast June Study Virtual – June 19 @ 8:00AM
• Philadelphia – Fairmount/Spring Garden Gathering – June 20 @ 10:00AM
• Saratoga Springs – June Gathering – June 20 @ 9:30AM
• Southlake – Virtual Coffee & Yoga Pants – June 20 @ 9:00AM
• Tulsa – Breakfast Group – June 20 @ 9:00AM
• Austin – Northwest Gathering – June 21 @ 6:00PM
• Springfield – June Gathering – June 23 @ 5:30PM
• Charleston – Virtual Wednesday Gathering – June 24 @ 8:30PM
• Dallas – Bi-Monthly Bible Study – June 24 @ 6:30PM
• Houston – Virtual Bible Study – June 24 @ 7:30AM
• Philadelphia – ABS Monthly Gathering – June 24 @ noon
• Tulsa – Lunch Group – June 24 @ noon
• Colorado Springs – Virtual Featured Speaker Series – June 25 @ 6:30PM
• Palm Beach – Palm Beach County June Fellowship – June 25 @ 7:00PM
• Washington DC – June Virtual Meet-Up – June 25 @ 6:30PM
• Oklahoma City – June Gathering – June 27 @ 10:00AM

For details on these events, please visit our 4word Events page.