Proverbs for Mothers

I was looking for an inspirational quote to feature on our Facebook page, and I came across this passage in Proverbs.  I couldn't fit the whole quote into a cover photo, but I had to share it! 

 

I find it fascinating that although it has been centuries since this was written, so much for a wife/mom is still the same!

 

Enjoy!

 

 

Proverbs 31: 10-31

 

Epilogue: The Wife of Noble Character

10^bA wife of noble character who can find?

She is worth far more than rubies.

11Her husband has full confidence in her

and lacks nothing of value.

12She brings him good, not harm,

all the days of her life.

13She selects wool and flax

and works with eager hands.

14She is like the merchant ships,

bringing her food from afar.

15She gets up while it is still night;

she provides food for her family

and portions for her female servants.

16She considers a field and buys it;

out of her earnings she plants a vineyard.

17She sets about her work vigorously;

her arms are strong for her tasks.

18She sees that her trading is profitable,

and her lamp does not go out at night.

19In her hand she holds the distaff

and grasps the spindle with her fingers.

20She opens her arms to the poor

and extends her hands to the needy.

21When it snows, she has no fear for her household;

for all of them are clothed in scarlet.

22She makes coverings for her bed;

she is clothed in fine linen and purple.

23Her husband is respected at the city gate,

where he takes his seat among the elders of the land.

24She makes linen garments and sells them,

and supplies the merchants with sashes.

25She is clothed with strength and dignity;

she can laugh at the days to come.

26She speaks with wisdom,

and faithful instruction is on her tongue.

27She watches over the affairs of her household

and does not eat the bread of idleness.

28Her children arise and call her blessed;

her husband also, and he praises her:

29“Many women do noble things,

but you surpass them all.”

30Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting;

but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

31Honor her for all that her hands have done,

and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.

Playdate, anyone?

Hello Everyone,

 A message from Stephanie, the wonderful mom and volunteer who is organizing our Drop-In Playgroups on Thursdays!

 NCPC Playgroup Thursday from 10:00 to 11:30 AM - and Christmas shopping opportunity!

I hope your week is going well!  This Thursday the play group will meet back at North Creek Presbyterian Church in the Youth Room, which is down the hall past the nursery from the Fellowship Hall (where we usually meet).  Hope to see you there!  :)  And if after the play group available childcare and shopping for the holidays with proceeds benefiting an excellent cause sounds appealing, here is info on Christmas at North Creek:

 

FYI - This Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the Fellowship Hall there will be the 25th annual Christmas at North Creek holiday boutique event, which is packed full of beautiful handcrafted things.  There will be childcare provided from 10 AM to 12 PM all three days, and again from 1 PM to 3 PM on Thursday only. Suggested donation is $2/hour/child. 

All proceeds benefit the St. Petersburg Children's Hospice in Russia which provides care to terminally ill children whose families cannot afford clinical treatment.  For details on the this event (including other days and childcare hours) please visit the North Creek Presbyterian Church's Nursery Facebook page.  

 

Thanks!

Stephanie

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Are you at home on Thursdays with little ones looking for something to do? Join us in the Fellowship Hall at North Creek Presbyterian Church (The church is located 621 164th St SE; Mill Creek) on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month from 10:00-11:30am for a drop in play group for kids 6 years and under and their parents or caregivers. We will have different play stations, a craft area, snacks, coffee, and a short group time at the end. The adults can chat while the children play. It is free and open to anyone so pass on the information to your friends!

Heather Ingersoll, M.A., CFLE

Director of Children's Ministry
North Creek Presbyterian Church
425-743.2386 ext. 14