WOMEN DEPARTMENT

ELOE EKÜHM

THE PURPOSE

The Women Department functions as a ministry dedicated to fostering a supportive and thriving community for women of all ages. Our vision is to empower, mentor and equip women to understand, discover and fulfil their divinely ordained purpose. Our mission is to cultivate a welcoming environment where women can engage in worship, service and spiritual growth. We aim to strengthen each other through authentic relationships, providing encouragement, resources, guidance and prayer. Our all-embracing objective is to enable them to become both homemakers and contributors to the advancement of God’s Kingdom.

HOW IT ALL STARTED

The KLBC Women Department’s inception dates back to 26th of January, 1967, initiated by the Late Rev. Phandheo, then Pastor, and the Late Mrs. Nchuponi Kikon, the first Women Leader along with 16 dedicated mothers. The Department commemorated its 50th Anniversary on 26th of January, 2017 (1967-2017). Currently, the department has a membership exceeding 1200 married women. The Women Department is led by a Women Leader, an Associate Women Leader and a team of Deaconesses.

Sponsored three students for Theological studies (Bachelor of Divinity)
Sponsored Women Leaders in 26 remote Lotha Churches for the last 15 years.
Since April 2016, the Women Department has been sponsoring one Evangelist at the Mission field in Totopara/Malbazar
The Department also undertakes visitations to Hospitals/Jail/ Old Age Home/ Orphanage Home etc.
Since 2025, salary of one missionary

MISSION

ANNUAL EVENTS

Fasting & Prayer Program (January & July)
Special Prayer Service for the Children on the second Thursday of January (Otsoe Oro Mmha Randanka Ekhüm)
Women of all ages come together on the Eve of Good Friday to commemorate the Passion of Christ (Eloetso Mmyanta Ekhüm)
Gift Box Service
Widows Prayer Day
Prayer Meeting every first Tuesday of the month in all the respective colonies
Collection of “A Fistful of Rice” on the first Tuesday of the month. The money generated out of it is utilized for mission purposes.
Thanksgiving service in the month of December
All the Thursday Services are focused on a variety of topics and themes like Bible Study, Hymnology, Stories of Women in the Bible, Testimonies etc.

FISTFUL OF RICE

“The Handful/ Fistful of Rice” (Khezümtsüng) tradition involves family members, particularly women, setting aside a fistful of rice during each meal preparation. This collected rice is then offered to the Church, which subsequently sells it to generate revenue for its operational and outreach endeavours. This practice underscores the concept of sharing resources for the Church’s mission, reflecting gratitude for God’s provision and inspiring a commitment to supporting the ministry.

2025 – CHRISTIAN WOPAN EKÜM NTSSACHO NZYU (CHRISTIAN HOME)

2026 – FOCUS GROUP

2027 – Year of exploring and harnessing the talents and gifts among the womenfolk.

2028 – Year of Equipping and self – sustenance

2029 – BIBLE EYAN NZYU

2031 – OUTREACH & EVANGELISM

2031 – OMON EKUM NTSSACHO OSI JUBILEE TSUKONA METHAK

SEVEN YEAR PLAN

SELF RELIANCE BUILDING

The Self -reliance building in Midland is a sustainable initiative that helps generate income through rental spaces ensuring long-term stability, enabling the church to expand its outreach, charity work, and ministry impact.

DEACONESSES RETREAT & FELLOWSHIP

Deaconesses fellowship empowers deaconesses to reaffirm their roles with greater spiritual vitality, unity, and purpose thus strengthening their bonds through shared experience and mutual edification. It serves as spiritual nourishment providing a time for prayer, worship and biblical teaching to deepen their relationship with God. It is a time of recreation and reflection and fostering renewed commitment to service.

Deaconesses Prayer Fellowship: Every First Thursday of the month the women department officials meet at 8:00 AM before the service for prayer fellowship.

ELOETSO MMYANTA EKHÜM

This service is held on the Eve of Good Friday to commemorate the Passion of Christ. It aims to unite women from all walks of life—different backgrounds, ages, professions, and generations, fostering a powerful network of mutual support, connection and collective growth. Our gatherings are founded on the principle that collective gatherings of women can generate a significant motivation for positive change.

OTSOEORO MMHA RANDAN EKHÜM

The prayer service for children specifically observed on the second Thursday of January is a special gathering designed to nurture spiritual development in a way that is both engaging and meaningful for the children. This service is intended to invoke divine grace and blessings for the upcoming year, particularly seeking wisdom for the children. Furthermore, it serves to bless the students as they embark on a new academic year, asking for God’s protection, inspiration, guidance and a joyful approach to learning throughout their educational journey and pursuits.

GIFT BOX

Within each household, a designated gift box is maintained by the women, serving as a repository for offerings reflecting gratitude for divine blessings. This practice embodies Christian principles of love, generosity and selfless charity, exemplified by Jesus Christ, thus providing believers with a tangible means to express their faith through sacrificial giving, thereby honouring God with their resources (Proverbs 19:17, 2 Corin 9:7). The accumulated funds are allocated to support the Church’s mission and ministry endeavours, encompassing outreach programs, home missions, evangelism initiative and aid for those in need.

The collection of offering occurs through our September, culminating in a service of thanksgiving held during the first Thursday of October.

FASTING AND PRAYER (JANUARY & JULY)

The women Department holds prayer and fasting biannually, in January and July. It serves as a powerful tool for collective faith and seek divine intervention. The believers are encouraged to strengthen their spiritual relationship with God and engage in intercessory prayers. By engaging in prayer and fasting, the believers demonstrate their dependence on God, invites His power, and prepares for greater works in His name.

WIDOW PRAYER DAY

The Widow’s Prayer Day (Emi Randan tsüngon) is a dedicated service observed on the third Thursday of June, preceding Father’s Day. This gathering is specifically designed to honor, support and offer prayers for the widows within the Church community. It serves to acknowledge the widows’ faith, wisdom, and valuable contributions to the church. Furthermore, this service acts as a reminder of the Biblical mandate to care for widows, thereby reaffirming God’s love and compassion for those in vulnerable circumstances.

FASTING AND PRAYER

WOMEN

Combine Service :

Main Church : 1st, 3rd & 5th Thursdays

Sector Service :

Main Church & Town Sector : 2nd & 4th Thursdays