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Heartlands Winter 2025

Heartlands WINTER 2025

Welcome to Heartlands Winter 2025! This is the quarterly e-publication for EmpowHer, a network of Tasmanian women growing and encouraging each other in their God-given potential.

THE DAY OF WONDER

Awe, Majesty, Creativity

Day of Wonder, HEARTLANDS WINTER 2025

There are so many exceptional words to describe the Day of Wonder which on Saturday 9 March. Over 100 women gathered at Riverlands Longford for encouragement, learning and food – in more ways than one!

Read the overview, and see the photos.

READ ABOUT THE DAY OF WONDER
YOUR BONUS!

All attendees at the Day of Wonder received a booklet full of devotionals, written by Jenny Baxer and Ann Herbert. As a bonus to Heartlands subscribers, you can download one of them here!
YOUR SOUL: In God we Live and Move and Have Being by Ann Herbert.

BAPTIST WOMEN’S SUMMIT, 7 and 8 July 2025

Online and In-Person, Registrations close next Saturday 31 May!

Taking place in Brisbane, just before the Baptist Word Congress, the Baptist Women’s Summit is a one-of-a-kind, quinquennial event that brings Baptist sisters together from around the world for a unified time of worship, prayer, leadership development, and ministry mobilization. There are already numbers of Tasmanian women going, and it’s not too late to sign up!

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WATCH the video invite from Karen Wilson, President Baptist World Alliance Women

TIME OUT FOR YOU

Sabbath of Wonder Regional Retreats

South, North and Northwest Opportunities. Don’t miss out!

SABBATH OF WONDER REGIONAL RETREATS, HEARTLANDS WINTER 2025

Going deeper in the exploration of wonder, Sabbath of Wonder retreats are for women thirsting to take time away and discover AWE. These guided retreats will be a spiritual getaway, in the presence of several others.

24-HOURS TO REFLECT
Based on the concept of the Jewish Sabbath, the retreats will begin at sunset Friday and finish at sunset Saturday, on three different weekends.

Retreat leaders Jenny Baxter (Hobart) and Ann Herbert (Citywide) will lead you through a special time of reflection, rest and renewal.

NB If you have already registered your interest, we will be in touch during the week of Monday 2 June.

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🌿 Southern Tasmania: Friday-Saturday, July 25-26, starting 4:30pm
In Taranna on the beautiful Tasman Peninsula

COST: $150/person, includes all food, accommodation and materials. This amount has been generously reduced thanks to support from Tas Baptists.
SUBSIDIES: The retreat is being further subsudised by Tas Baptists who are offering another $50 discount to two attendees. To apply, please contact empowher@tasbaptists.org.au

Tap/click arrow for Northern Retreat details in August

🌿 Northern Tasmania: Friday-Saturday, August 8-9, starting 4:30pm
At Clarence Point, overlooking the stunning Tamar River

COST: $150/person, includes all food, accommodation and materials. This amount has been generously reduced thanks to support from Tas Baptists.
SUBSIDIES: The retreat is being further subsudised by Tas Baptists who are offering another $50 discount to two attendees. To apply, please contact empowher@tasbaptists.org.au

Tap/click arrow for Northwest Retreat details in September

🌿 Northwest Tasmania: Friday-Saturday, September 12-13, starting 4:30pm
Set on glorious Turners Beach, not far from Ulverstone

COST: $150/person, includes all food, accommodation and materials. This amount has been generously reduced thanks to support from Tas Baptists.
SUBSIDIES: The retreat is being further subsudised by Tas Baptists who are offering another $50 discount to two attendees. To apply, please contact empowher@tasbaptists.org.au

For more info, or to secure your spot, please get in touch (empowher@tasbaptists.org.au).
HURRY! limited numbers with spaces filling fast. Waitlists will be in place any day now.

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PROFILE: ELYSIA CUNNINGHAM

New series: Baptist women of Tasmania

ELYSIA CUNNINGHAM, HEARTLANDS WINTER 2025

Elysia Cunningham is a member of the Tasmanian Baptist Council, a psychologist, who describes her ongoing journey with God, through good times, and bad.

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MOTHERS OF THE WORLD

Who is my Neighbour? What about mothers and babies in other countries, do they count?

BANGLADESHI FAMILY, HEARTLANDS WINTER 2025

Baptist World Aid Australia partners with Baptist agencies in other nations to provide aid and support to the marginalised, lonely and peverty-stricken. EmpowHer state leader Jenny Baxter had the opportunity to visit Bangladesh with Baptist World Aid, and tells a motherhood story which is both horrific and heartwarming.

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Day of Wonder 2025

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An Invitation to Wonder

He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end. Ecclesiastes 3:11

The Day of Wonder was a labour of love by Tas Baptist’s EmpowHer Team who loyally prepared the day for women from across the state. EmpowHer is a network of women growing and encouraging each other in their God-given potential.

Attendees enjoyed the company of other women, enjoyed delicious food, heard great teaching, and went away inspired and refreshed! 

The day was led by EmpowHer State Leader, Jenny Baxter, who is also the cohort leader for the southern chapter of the Women Leaders Network.  

“We wanted the women who joined us to leave with a greater understanding of God’s goodness, a new strength of purpose, clarity of vision and, especially, a fresh awareness of wonder,” said Jenny. 

“Our hope for the day was that the many women who attended the day were inspired by the event and the speakers to reach beyond where they have gone before.”  

Over 100 women attended the day! 

“We are so thankful so many women embraced the invitation and joined us on the day,” she said 

Attendees heard from Melissa Lipsett, CEO Baptist World Aid, as well as three Tasmanian-based women: Kristen Cox (Ulverstone), Anthea Maynard (City, Launceston) and Maggie Perkins (Citywide).  

Melissa Lipsett framed her talk around the four seasons, from Winter and Spring to Summer then Autumn. She explained how Ecclesiastes 3:11, captured in the well-known song by the Byrds called, ‘Turn, Turn, Turn’, was an insight from the King Solomon in the Bible. The well-known verse speaks of the inevitability of change and how little control we have over the temporary nature of life. 

All in all, the day was wonder-filled, thanks to the Empower Team: Jenny Baxter, Jenna Blackwell, Gabe Fife, Ann Herbert and Mandy Ryan. Thanks also to Stephen Baxter, Rodney Marshall and Brent McKillop who served in the background for the day.

BELOW: The Empowher Team: Gabe Fife (Ulverstone), Jenna Blackwell (City, Launceston), Jenny Baxter (Hobart), Ann Herbert (Citywide, Lenah Valley), Mandy Ryan (Riverlands, Longford). Further down are various scenes of the day.

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Day of Wonder 2025

This article was first published in Tasmanian Baptists’ reCharge, on 2 April 2025

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In Sacred Presence

In Sacred Presence By Ann Herbert

In Sacred Presence

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By EmpowHer Team Member, Ann Herbert

EmpowHer team member Ann Herbert has written a beautiful poem for you, below.
If you can, find some time to sit with these special words, and let them wash over you.
Engage and imagine. There’s rest to be found as you Wonder about the Almighty.

Read and ponder in prepartion for the Day of Wonder on 29 March 2025.

In Sacred Presence

Sometimes
eyes closed, I enter silence, 
within and without.
I float in a pool
deep and still, 
in depths of love 
unmeasured
Living Water
buoys, holds, contains me.
Its liquid caresses, gently
Soothing
In Sacred Presence. Ripples in a Pool. Photo credit: Ann Ann Herbert
above
blue skies and deepening space, I see,
galaxies spiralling in a universe
expanding
beneath
through mud and stone, my mind 
imagines molten fluid, viscous matter
in-motion
surrounded
by soft green foliage, I’m bathed in light,
filtered and absorbed, energy
transforming
silence
now an offering. 
All of me unadorned and acquiescent.
I float in a pool
merging with more and other.
In sacred presence
immersed
Ann Herbert

Ann Herbert is a member of the EmpowHer team. As a girl, she jotted down short stories and poems. When she progressed through school to university, the focus shifted to academic formats. For a while she lived overseas, at which time newsy letters to friends and family became the norm. Ann spent 22 years honing her writing-for-government skills such as policy and research papers. Post retirement, a book she read challenged her to record the moments that ‘shimmer’ in her day-to-day life. That’s when she rediscovered the joy of writing creatively about her world.

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Sacred Whispers

Sacred Whispers of Holy Awe
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Holy Awe by EmpowHer State Leader, Jenny Baxter

Five Portraits of Holy Awe

Have you ever thought much about HOLY AWE? Why not intentionally bend your eye, mind and spirit with curiosity towards awe.

The below thoughts, images and Bible references could be prompts for your own personal reflections in the lead up to the Day of Wonder on 29 March 2025.
Journalling, writing a poem or song, going for a walk, photographing or painting a scene as prompted by the thoughts and images—you could engage any of these ways with the ideas presented.

Let me paint for you five images to capture the holy wonder of encountering the Divine—those breathtaking moments when heaven’s majesty breaks through our ordinary vision. Remember, these metaphors aren’t just poetic descriptions—they’re doorways inviting us to recognise and embrace those sacred moments when God’s glory breaks through our everyday vision.

A PRAYER AS YOU REFLECT

Creator of Wonders, help me recognise these holy moments of awe as invitations into deeper relationship with You. May I never lose my capacity for wonder, knowing that each moment of amazement draws me closer to Your heart. Amen.

First Light of Dawn

  • Psalm 19:1-2 The transition from night to day speaks of God’s glory, much like how awe transforms our perspective.
  • Lamentations 3:22-23 Each dawn is a reminder of God’s renewal, much like how awe leaves a lasting impression on our hearts.
  • Habakkuk 3:4 This verse captures the imagery of the sun breaking through darkness, much like how awe reveals God’s presence in our lives.
Holy Awe in the first light of Dawn

Ocean’s Deep Call

  • Psalm 93:4 This verse highlights the immeasurable power of God, reflected in the vastness of the sea.
  • Job 11:7-9 Just as the ocean’s depths are beyond our grasp, so is the greatness of God.
  • Psalm 8:3-4 This verse captures the humility and wonder of standing before God’s infinite greatness.
Holy Awe at ocean's deep call

Mountain’s Silent Sermon

  • Psalm 121:1-2 Mountains inspire awe, yet they point us beyond themselves to the true source of strength—God.
  • Isaiah 2:2 Just as mountains command attention, God’s presence is exalted above all things.
  • Psalm 46:10 Awe quiets our hearts, reminding us to rest in the presence of the Almighty.
Holy Awe at mountain's silent sermon

A Cathedral of Trees

  • Isaiah 55:12 Nature itself becomes a place of worship, echoing God’s glory.
  • Acts 7:48-49 Awe reminds us that God’s presence is not confined to buildings—creation itself is His temple.
  • Psalm 104:16 Even towering trees stand as a testament to the handiwork of God, drawing our eyes upward in reverence.
Holy awe in a cathedral of trees

Night Sky’s Endless Story

  • Genesis 15:5 The vastness of the stars reflects God’s promises, always greater than we can comprehend.
  • Psalm 147:4-5 Each star is known to God, just as there are endless depths to His wisdom and wonder.
  • Daniel 12:3 Stars symbolize the eternal nature of God’s truth and the infinite discoveries awaiting us in His presence.
Holy Awe at the night sky's story
Jenny Baxter

EmpowHer State Leader Jenny Baxter attends Hobart Baptist Church, and with the assistance of the amazing EmpowHer team, is doing her best to create a wonder-ful day at The Day of Wonder on Saturday 29 March 2025.
She is a coach, mentor and retreat leader and is very happy to be contacted about any of those!
jenny@tasbaptists.org.au

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Turn, turn, turn to Wonder by Jenna Blackwell
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By EmpowHer team member, Jenna Blackwell

I was reading Acts chapters 3 and 4 recently. It tells the story of a middle-aged man who received a complete physical healing. It’s no surprise that the people who heard about this ended up totally amazed. They were filled with wonder (Acts 3:10).

As the story continues, the disciples asked the people, “Why does this surprise you?” (Acts 3:12). Jesus performed many miracles, and they heard of the miracles of the God of their ancestors, so why so amazed? Essentially, the point was that they shouldn’t show amazement – not because it’s not worthy of amazement and wonder, but because they should expect such amazing ways and acts from God.

What does it take?

This got me thinking, what does it take to amaze me, to make me filled with wonder? In our post-modern, post-enlightenment society, where rational thinking takes priority, how do I allow myself to turn to wonder? How do you allow yourself to turn to wonder?

The story continues in Acts 4, explaining how the traditional religious leaders of the day tried to squash Peter and John’s message of Jesus Christ. This message of Jesus’ resurrection and power was filling people with awe, wonder and excitement. You can sense the fear within the leaders, and their desire to control and minimise the stir of wonder. The religious leaders were at risk of losing control and influence. So, they tried to hush the messengers.

How often do we hush awe and wonder for fear that we won’t be in control? What about when we restrict ourselves and the expression or experience of our faith for fear of looking silly, or not knowing if God is good enough to trust? How often do we limit wonder, and our ability to turn to wonder?

Embracing Wonder

It’s risky to allow ourselves to see wonder. As well, it’s risky to allow ourselves to turn from the rational. Yes! It’s risky to take on childlike faith and potentially be seen as a fool in the eyes of others. Yet, I’m convinced that God delights in our wonder.

I wish I could tell you I have it all figured out. But I don’t. In fact, if I did, it would mean I wasn’t really open to wonder. But one way that I like to embrace wonder is to ask wonder-full questions—questions that stir wonder in another and in myself. I spend a lot of time sitting with people, and I like to wonder what God is up to in their life. To do this, I try to ask open questions that don’t have an assumed answer. These allow us both to turn to wonder and see what God might be stirring within them.

How do you allow yourself to be turning to wonder?
How could you be turning to wonder every day?

Jenna Blackwell

EmpowHer team member Jenna Blackwell is one of the pastors at City Baptist Church, Launceston. She is also a leadership coach with Tasmanian Baptists and is available to coach leaders in Baptist church leaders, especially women and young people.
jenna@tasbaptists.org.au

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The Shifting Seasons of Life

Shifting Seasons of Life by Melissa Lipsett
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The Wonder of …

Shifting Seasons of Life

Opportunities to embrace change

In this Autumn issue of Heartlands for Women, the keynote speaker for the Day of Wonder Melissa Lipsett, considers the wonder and magnitude of life’s seasons.

You can easily miss Autumn in Queensland where I live – it’s nowhere near as dramatic as further south in Australia. I imagine Tassie is glorious in Autum and can’t wait to be there in March.  A few years ago, I was in Canada during the northern hemisphere fall. It was so beautiful to see the leaves changing colour and dropping to make a glorious carpet, and I was reminded of just how much changes during Autumn. 

Although it’s over 38 degrees as I write – a hot, humid summer’s day – I’m in an Autumn season.  My husband and I have five* frail and rapidly failing, parents and stepparents between us.  They’ve been healthy and able well into their eighties, but that season is turning quickly.  The changes in their health, wellbeing and circumstances have been significant and profound. In some cases, changes have happened at such lighting speed it’s been difficult to fully recognise and appreciate the implications until they literally stopped us all in our tracks. 

We’ve all had to make considerable adjustments to our living arrangements. This includes my husband and myself as we moved interstate to provide assistance.   These last months have been chaotic as we dealt with one crisis after another.  Possibly, some of this chaos was caused by our failure to recognise the inevitable changes and act sooner. 

Recognising Opportunities

The natural world seamlessly recognises when one season is over and it’s time for another to begin.  Let me suggest we would do well to do the same.  But just like it’s easy to miss autumn in Queensland, it’s easy to miss the opportunity to embrace change.

It’s good to see it before it either overtakes us and leaves us feeling out of control, or we find ourselves entirely stuck in a place that’s far from healthy.  Either way, it can be difficult to find the courage. Sometimes it feels more comfortable to resist and stay right where we are, no matter the consequences!

Being swept along in inevitable change is uncomfortable. But being stuck in an unhealthy place or season is dreadfully painful too.  There is likely little joy in your life if you’re swept along in change you are not prepared for. So too, there is no joy being stuck in an expired season. 

the Shifting Seasons of life; He is my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust. Ps 91:12 (NIV)

My Refuge

Psalm 91:2 encourages me that, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’ So, I am trying to do two things. Anticipate and embrace changing seasons, even if they are challenging and not what I hoped for. And pray I might find the courage to trust in God. Both to hold me, and to lead me forward, in the midst of the challenge. 

Melissa Lipsett

Melissa Lipsett is the CEO of Baptist World Aid. She is a servant leader, playing active roles across the church and Christian humanitarian aid and development sector. She’s definitely old enough to be a grandma … but that’s another story!

*Sadly, since writing this article Melissa lost her father in early February.

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Heartlands Autumn 2025

Hert;ands Autumn 2025. EmpowHer, Tasmanian Baptists

Heartlands Autumn 2025 is the quarterly email for EmpowHer – a network of Tasmanian women growing and encouraging each other in their God-given potential.

THE WONDER OF . . .

. . . The Shifting Seasons of Life

Melissa Lipsett

You can easily miss Autumn in Queensland where I live – it’s nowhere near as dramatic as further south in Australia. I imagine Tassie is glorious in Autum and can’t wait to be there in March.  I was in Canada a few years ago . . . .

Day of Wonder keynote, Melissa Lipsett, has a fresh take on the Autumn season.

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the Shifting Seasons of life; He is my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust. Ps 91:12 (NIV)

MEET-UP IN MARCH

GATHERING: Day of Wonder

Refreshing Body, Mind and Spirit

Don’t miss out! The EmpowHer Day of Wonder, Saturday 29 March 2025

Keynote Melissa Lipsett, CEO of Baptist World Aid Australia, is a sought after speaker at women’s events. Meet her by watching the video, below.

INVITE YOUR FRIENDS
Invitation postcards are available for your church to distribute, and for you to ask friends.
Get hold of some! Contact: empowher@tasbaptists.org.au

WHO ALL women are welcome
WHEN Saturday 29 March 2025
WHERE Riverlands Longford (As this is a statewide event we are gathering centrally)
COST Covers morning tea, lunch and materials
$60 REGULAR REGO, until FRIDAY 28 Feb 2025 
$70 LATE REGO, until 29 Mar 2025

FIND OUT MORE / REGISTER HERE
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DAY OF WONDER BONUS!

All Day of Wonder attendees are now receiving weekly emails reflecting on WONDER.

Read these recent reflections . . .
Heartlands Autumn 2025, Live in Wonder, Mandy Ryan
Heartlands Autumn 2025, Wonmder on Wonder in the Antarctic
Turnin to Wonder by Jenna Blackwell

Wondering about Wonder

By Jenny Baxter, State Leader EmpowHer

Jenny Baxter

“Look at this, girls,” Dad said, his brown eyes sparkling. He held out an old British book, its cover worn but magical. “This was my book, when I was a boy.”

Read Jenny’s story of her first introduction to the idea of WONDER.

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Live in Wonder
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Mandy Ryan attends Riverlands Christian Community in Longford. She is a certified Pilates instructor, and currently she and her husband are managing a big reno of their place.

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I am in awe of the human body and a teacher and educator of exercise and wellbeing.
God has enabled me, and you, so much freedom and power. We just need to know how to grasp and put it into practice with him in Christ Jesus.

One of God’s wonders is the AMAZING human body, you, me, us, the body of Christ.

My aim each day is to walk in faith, not by sight[1], trusting him to open the way before me, enjoying Gods precious presence. As I walk through the hours of my day, I look up and see Gods wonder in the sky, and check-in with my Father in Heaven.

 I say,

Hello there, dear Father. I love you, that you are here with me, preparing the way ahead of me. I have such PEACE knowing you have it all in your hands.
He who is in me, is greater than he who is in this world[2], your peace that transcends all human understanding guards my heart and mind[3].
I don’t have to worry or fret for even the “bumpy bits” you will smooth out. So, I know Father, it will not be beyond anything I can bear[4].

Why pray this?

Thankfulness and praise is always on my lips[5], because I know it is the easiest pathway to the throne of Jesus. Our bodies are Gods dwelling place, His temple[6].

Our spirit becomes His spirit, filled with His wonder, His possibilities, His power through us to bless others.

Our spirit becomes His spirit, filled with His wonder, His possibilities, His power through us to bless others.

What a blessing is God’s Spirit in us! Transforming not only our hearts and minds[7], but our bodies, our soul (emotions) to be whole and well.

Ask the Lord to transform your heart, your mind, and your body to be more like Christ. Wonderfully, He will, with your expectation and obedience, remove all anxiety, stress, unwellness, depression, gluttony, bad habits, negativity and replace it with His beautiful peace and joy.

How to begin each day

In the early hours of each morning, I pray, chat to the Lord, speak His word and ask for God’s full armour to protect me[8] and all those I love and care about.

I thank the Lord for the privilege and honour of having His Spirit, His wisdom, His knowledge, His understanding, His might and council. As well, the Spirit of the fear of the Lord[9] in me, so that “I can do all things in Christ who strengthens me[10] and has given me all authority over evil[11] and that no harm will come upon me[12]”.

With His supernatural provision, I teach, speak and God uses my blessings to bless others. At the end of my day, I arrive home with energy and strength that I did not have in the past, and thank and praise the Lord for His peace, joy and providence.

Try it! Receive him fully.

God is full of Awesome wonder and mystery. Our Jehovah, His shalom.

Mandy Ryan EmpowHer north

During the Day of Wonder on Saturday 29 March 2025, Mandy will lead everyone in a short Pilates routine as we all become mindful of the wonder of our bodies.
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[1] 2 Corinthians 5:7
[2] 1 John 4:4
[3] Philippians 7:7
[4] 1 Corinthians 10:13

[5] Psalm 34:1
[6] 1 Corinthains 6:19
[7] Romans 12:2
[8] Ephesians 6:10-17

[9] Acts 19:17
[10] Philippians 4:13
[11] Luke 9:1
[12] Psalm 91:10

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Wonder on Wonder - A visit to Antarctica! By Ann Herbert


By Ann Herbert. Ann and her husband Dale recently returned from a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Antarctic.

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Have you ever been in a place where the moments are full of wonder? I recently visited the Falklands, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Each day, I woke asking myself what I would experience next. Each night, I went to bed with the word, ‘WOW!’ on my lips: Wonder-On-Wonder!

I asked myself, “Can this keep happening?” I look back on my holiday and know the answer is, “Yes!” As I embraced the awe seen in the ocean, the wildlife, and the landscapes along my journey, my spirits lifted. My soul sang. Welling up from deep within me, I encountered pure joy and great contentment.

What is Wonder?

Wonder is an appreciation of a moment, event, or action that stops me in my tracks. That causes me to notice and attend to something marvellous and other than myself. Although it is generated by something or someone outside of me, it connects deeply, personally, and intimately with who I am – spiritually, mentally, and physically.

It stirs within me a sense of being in the right place at the right time doing the right thing. I experience a sense of well-being that stirs my spirit, infuses my psyche, fills my soul, and triggers the release of hormones that physically relax me and ease my stress. 

Wonder lifts me into a place of worship and reverence for my Creator God.

Can you take a moment today to experience W-O-N-D-E-R?

Ann Herbert on Wonder

EmpowHer team member Anne Herbert attends Citywide Baptist in Hobart. Come to the EmpowHer gathering on Saturday 29 March 2025 to experience the power of W-O-N-D-E-R.
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    Heartlands Summer 2024/25

    Heartlands Summer 2024/25

    Heartlands is the quarterly email for EmpowHer – a network of Tasmanian women growing and encouraging each other in their God-given potential.

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    BEING WISE

    Summer Seasons

    As I write, the calendar has turned over to December and although the weather doesn’t quite feel like it yet, to summer.  I love the summertime.  There’s warm and light, the joy of Christmas, holidays and rest.  I never want it to end . . .

    Day of Wonder keynote, Melissa Lipsett, brings words to ponder as we enter summer.

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    MEET-UP IN 2025

    GATHERING: Day of Wonder

    Refresh, Body, Mind and Spirit

    Day of Wonder 29 March 2025

    Don’t miss out! The EmpowHer Day of Wonder, Saturday 29 March 2025

    Keynote Melissa Lipsett, CEO of Baptist World Aid Australia, is a sought after speaker at women’s events. It’s such a privilege have her with us for the day.

    INVITE YOUR FRIENDS
    Invitation postcards are available for your church to distribute, and for you to ask friends.
    Contact: empowher@tasbaptists.org.au

    WHO ALL women are welcome
    WHEN Saturday 29 March 2025
    WHERE Riverlands Longford (As this is a statewide event we are gathering centrally)
    COST Covers morning tea, lunch and materials
    $50 EARLYBIRD, until 15 Dec 2024  31 January 2025
    $60 REGULAR, until 28 Feb 2025 
    $70 LATE, until 29 Mar 2025
    EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 15 DECEMBER 2024

    FIND OUT MORE / REGISTER HERE
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    MORE THAN JUST A STORY

    The Wonder of Christmas

    Picture this: A young girl, probably not much older than 16, sitting in her tiny Nazareth home, heart racing, hands trembling. It’s Mary, of course—an ordinary girl who is about to become . . .

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    An easy recipe to gift your neighbours

    Every year Christmas brings a great reason to connect with friends and family. But what about neighbours?

    By making these easy – and delicious – Mini Christmas puddings, you will be set to go visit those in your street, your block of flats, or perhaps . . .

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