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We seek to encourage and empower women to glorify God by loving Jesus faithfully and living out his purposes.

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As we seek to love Jesus faithfully, we prioritize:
  • Treasuring His Word
  • Joining together in authentic community
  • Growing in servant leadership

 

Part of Jesus’ purpose for us is that we invite others into the unexpected joy of desperate dependence on Him. His glory is our highest goal!

 

Our theme for 2026-27 is                    “Anchored in God’s Eternal Purpose."

“I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.”

EPHESIANS 4:1

 

Below you’ll see a variety of ways you can connect with other women of all ages. We are truly better together by growing in Christ in a multi-generational community!

Women's Bible Study Groups | Beginning Wednesday, August 26, 6:30–8 PM and Thursday, August 27, 9:30–11 AM

Join other women this fall for the study God of Freedom: Exodus 19 – 40. Through personal study, small group discussion, and engaging teaching, we'll focus on the Lord who redeems and sets His people free. Explore what the promise of Christ woven throughout Exodus means for your life today! We will meet throughout the fall semester and you can choose from either Wednesday evenings or Thursday mornings. Learn more here!

Sugar And Dice | Friday, September 11, 6:15 – 8:30PM 

Enjoy conversation, savory bites, and sweet treats while playing Bunco! You’ll be encouraged as we unveil this year’s ministry theme: “Anchored in God’s Eternal Purpose!”  Register here!

Women's Empty Nest Group | Tuesdays beginning September 8, 6:30–8 PM

A safe place for women as they transition from their identity as “mom” into the unknown territory of the Empty Nest! Come journey with others as we pray, laugh, encourage each other and remember our true identities in Christ. The group will meet offsite and go through the book, Open Nest. Learn more here!

Working Women's Group | Sundays beginning September 13, 9–10:15 AM

Join working women of all ages for encouragement and discussion on growing as a follower of Jesus, working with excellence, and cultivatinglife balance. Learn more here!

Heart2Heart Mentoring

Mentoring partners seek to develop a friendship and encourage each other to pursue Jesus and live out God’s Word in everyday life. They meet in person once a month and connect via text or call in between meetings. Learn more here!

41st Annual Women's Christmas Lunch | Saturday, December 5, 10:30 AM–1 PM

Come kick off the Christmas season with this beloved Northwest tradition. Women of all ages will celebrate the Gift of Purpose in Christ! You'll enjoy an inspiring message from Kristen Ainsworth and friends, lovely table decorations, conversation, worship, and a delicious lunch.More info coming soon!

Other Women's and Co-Ed Groups:

We also have a variety of small groups who meet at various times and locations across our city. Register here!

 

Save the Dates:

Galentines Gathering: February 5, 2027

Spring Retreat Day: April 10, 2027

Women's Ministry Staff

Betsy Cruz
Women's Minister
Betsy Cruz
Women's Minister
Email: bcruz@northwestbible.org
I count it a privilege and joy to serve as Women’s Minister at Northwest! Seeing women grow as leaders who influence those around them for Jesus thrills my heart. I know what it’s like to trust God one minute and be filled with fear and anxiety the next, but reading God’s Word each day transforms my thoughts and renews my hope. For this reason, my deepest joy comes from encouraging other women to seek to know God better through the Scriptures so they can trust Him more fully. Prior to my current role, I served as a refugee ministry leader at the Northwest Community Center. I first committed to follow Jesus my freshman year in college when girls in my dorm invited me to a Bible study and shared the gospel with me. Since then, I’ve experienced the unexpected joy of desperate dependence on Jesus during a journey that included serving as a missionary in Central America 7 years and in Turkey 18 years. My husband Jose and I have two young adult children who were born in El Salvador and grew up in Turkey. Our family speaks 3 languages, enjoys travel, and loves international foods. I enjoy writing, taking my white Malti-poo for walks in the park, and drinking chai with Muslim friends.
Alexis Kelton
Women’s Ministry Administrative Assistant
Alexis Kelton
Women’s Ministry Administrative Assistant
Email: akelton@northwestbible.org
I'm grateful to serve as the Women’s Ministry Administrative Assistant at Northwest.  I grew up in Austin, TX and went to college at Texas Tech University. My favorite verses (currently) are 1 Thessalonians 4:11-18. I am married with 1 son and hopefully more in the future. And I love listening to podcasts, going on picnics, and hosting people in my home.
Shannon Sciandra
Groups Director
Shannon Sciandra
Groups Director
Email: ssciandra@northwestbible.org
I was born and raised in Dallas and serve as the Groups Director at Northwest! At the age of 6, I understood my deep need for Jesus as my savior. I still remember that moment of my salvation, knowing that Jesus was my one true hope in the midst of this broken world. At the age of 16, I felt God calling me to full time ministry and upon graduation from high school, pursued a degree in Christian Studies from Dallas Baptist University. During college I had my eyes opened to what He was doing among the nations and after graduation spent a year overseas doing mission work. When I returned stateside, I went on staff with East-West Ministries International and served with them for 4 years before coming to Northwest. My favorite scripture is John 10:10, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” This verse reminds me that even though I see the enemy doing lots of destroying, Jesus has come to give life and He will always be the conqueror over that destruction. My husband and I were married in October 2020 and we have one daughter, who is our greatest joy! When I am not serving in ministry you can usually find me spending time with family, hosting an event, playing board games, doing puzzles, traveling, or exploring new food.

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