Wordsowers may reactivate the critique group. We have three questions for you. First question: Is this something you would be interested in doing? Second question: What days/times (evening hours) would work best for you? Third question: Would you prefer in-person meetings or Zoom meetings? You can leave your answers in the comments below or send a message via Facebook at this link Facebook . Thank you.
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Weather: If winter raises its ugly head this coming Thursday, the leadership team will make a decision by late afternoon about meeting in person. Wordsowers will still meet via Zoom. If there is bad weather, we’ll notify you no later than 5:00 p.m. to either confirm or cancel the in-person meeting. There will be several ways to check the meeting’s status: 1) an email notice will be sent.; 2) a notice will be posted on the website (at wordsowers.com) under “Meetings;” 3) Facebook notices will be posted on the Wordsowers Christian Writers page and Wordsowers Christian Writers Group Meetups page.
Great Topic: How to Use Audiobooks to Enhance Your Readership
Thursday, January 25th at 7:00 p.m.
Omaha Christian Center, Fellowship Hall
4215 N. 92nd Avenue
Omaha, NE 68134
David Turner will share how the use of audiobooks can expand your writing and readership. David has a strong background in radio and has worked in nearly all areas from DJ to General Manager. He also had the opportunity to be part of a small recording studio in South America that recorded local music, drama, and radio programs (in 13 languages) as well as producing promotional videos in English. After years of recording other people’s voices, David decided to record his own voice.
He currently splits his time between working part-time and building his voice-over-business. He’s been married to Becky for over 30 years and they have two adult children and one teenager. David is excited to join us to explain audiobooks from his perspective and to answer your questions.
After David shares with us, there will be a time of food and fellowship. Please note, there’s a change in parking and entering the building. Park in the main parking lot on the south side of the church and enter through the main doors. Follow the signs to the meeting room in the fellowship hall. If you can’t join us in person, Zoom will resume at the January meeting.
Click on this link to join the January meeting via Zoom: Wordsowers Christian Writers Group Meetups | Facebook
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Here’s to the Future of Wordsowers
Prior to the COVID pandemic, Wordsowers Christian Writers Group was a thriving group who met regularly in Omaha, NE. During the pandemic, they met via Zoom. Although thankful for the Zoom meetings as a way to stay connected, over a period of time their numbers dwindled. Many folks expressed a desire to meet in-person once again.
Starting in January 2023 they decided to try hybrid meetings, a combination of in-person and Zoom. Their numbers slowly began to build over the months. In June, due to health reasons and an extra busy schedule, Jeanie Jacobson and Shannon Christmas stepped down from their leadership roles after serving faithfully for many years. That left one person in leadership, Lollie Hofer
Just when Wordsowers needed her the most, Kat Crawford, one of the founding members, came to Omaha for a visit. She spoke at the July meeting in an effort to inspire the group and give some direction for the future. One thing became clear, if there was to be a future, others would have to step into leadership roles. Folks were encouraged to pray and seek the Lord’s will on behalf of Wordsowers.
At the August meeting, those in attendance expressed a strong desire to continue the monthly meetings. Several people mentioned how they valued the fellowship, encouragement and teaching they received. Hybrid meetings would continue as long as there were people who attended via Zoom. As a result of others responding to a call to serve, the new leadership team was announced. Team members are Debbie Crom, Pat Karent, Shari Woodstein, and Lollie Hofer.
Wordsowers is excited about the future and all the good things God has in store for a group of writers who desire to bring Him glory in all they write.
Here’s to a thriving future.
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