One Amazing Woman

I have had the privilege to know Donna Yost for close to 22 years now.  As a close friend to her daughter Julie, I would spend lots of time at the Yost home.  Even as a young girl I remember it being very evident that Donna had a passionate heart for women and children.  It is now an honor and joy to work alongside with her on the Women's Ministries Team.  Here is a quick interview with Donna Yost, our Women's Ministries director.

How many years have you been serving as head of Women's Ministries?

I have been leading the Women’s Ministries Team for sixteen years.

What has been your most favorite event held for women at Grace? 

I have two favorite women’s events, Women’s Day Away and Holiday Extravaganza. It takes more work to make Women’s Day Away happen because it is a whole day event.  I love kicking off the holiday season with Holiday Extravaganza each year. It puts me in the mood to decorate my house and bake for the holidays. 

What is your favorite verse you would like to share with women to encourage them?

My favorite verse is Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

God gave me this verse when I was going through a difficult time in my life. It always encourages me to think about the hope I have in Him and the future I have with Him in heaven. 

Any last thoughts you would like to share with our bloggers.

We offer studies and events at all different times during the year. Be sure to take advantage of some of them. You’re sure to be encouraged in your Christian walk and may make some new friends as well. All women’s studies, events and ministries are listed in our 2010-2011 brochure located on our website (www.woostergrace.org, keyword: women) or at the Women’s Ministries Table. 

Thank you Donna for your hard work and passionate heart for women!