I am so excited about the 2012 IMN Spring Women’s conference! Our theme is Flourish, and our speaker is Dr. Beth Grant. A few years ago, I heard Beth Grant speak on the subject of staying fresh and fruitful in our lives and ministry. I have often gone back to my notes and looked at the wisdom in her words that day. I am thrilled that she has agreed to be our speaker. You will be challenged and blessed by her sweet spirit and her intense passion for people.

Beth and her husband, David, are the founders of Project Rescue. Our offering on Friday night will be received for this ministry. Please plan to give generously to this worthy cause. Check out the enclosed brochure or visit their website at www.projectrescue.com.

The silent auction baskets brought in over $2,100 for our Iowa missionaries last year. Again, I would be grateful if each church that is able could donate one basket for the auction. You can find creative ideas for gift baskets here: http://pinterest.com/ashleyknepper/gift-baskets/.

It is my prayer that these two days (March 30 and 31) will be filled with oppor-tunities for renewal, prayer, fresh vision, new ideas, and relationship-building. I am always blessed by your eagerness, open hearts, and teachable spirits as we worship together.

A digital version of the enclosed poster, online registration (February 15-March 28) and more information is available at our website www.imnag.org. Promo-tional postcards are available upon request by calling (515)276.5493. Look for more details in upcoming newsletters and on the IMN Women’s facebook page (www.facebook.com/imnwomen). I look forward to seeing you!

So this is my prayer: that your love will flourish and that you will not only love much but well. (Philippians 1:9 MSG)

D e a r W o m e n ’ s L e a d e r s :

B l e s s i n g s ,

Lori JacobsIMN Women’s Director