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Iron + Ember

Sister Circles

A small group of women who gather in a safe, confidential space centered in faith, to support one another in healing and rebuilding. Iron sharpens iron, and an ember set beside another keeps burning.

Women embracing at a gathering

Coming up

Upcoming circles.

Free, twelve women at most. The exact location is shared privately after you sign up.

The next circle dates are being set right now. Add your name and we will reach out as soon as one opens near you.

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Join privately

Save your seat. Privately.

Tell us how to reach you safely. A Keeper will call for a short, friendly conversation before your first circle, so you have heard a voice before you walk into the room. We never leave a message unless you say it is safe.

Your information stays private. How we protect it

Your story stays yours.

What is shared in a circle stays there. A first name is all we need, your information is never sold or shared, and we only reach out the way you choose. Press Esc anytime to leave this site quickly.

The one exception

If we learn that a child, an elderly person, or a person with a disability is being abused or neglected, Texas law requires us to report it. If someone is in immediate danger, we will act to get help. Want your information deleted? Just ask.

What it is

A place to be seen.

Two women embracing in comfort

A Sister Circle is not therapy, and it is not a place to gossip. It is a place to be seen, to learn practical tools, to pray, and to be reminded of who you are.

Every circle runs the same shape every month, so you always know what you are walking into. What changes is the theme and the guest who teaches it.

Cost
Free
Size
Twelve women at most
For
Women 30+ healing from divorce, partner abuse, or both
You share
Your name. Anything more is your choice.

One evening

What two hours look like.

The shape never changes. The content always does.

0:00

The TableTea, real food, name cards. No program yet.

0:20

The LightingA blue candle, the scripture, and the covenant read aloud.

0:30

Check-inOne word for how you arrived. Passing is always allowed.

0:50

The TeachingThirty minutes from this month's guest: a counselor, attorney, coach, or a woman further down the road.

1:20

The WorkSmall groups, journaling, or an activity.

1:45

The ClosingOne takeaway each, prayer, and the next date.

2:00

The LandingThe room stays open. Nobody walks to her car alone.

Ready to sit with us?

The Covenant

The same words, every time.

Read aloud at the start of every circle. By the third month, most women are saying it with us.

  1. 1
    What is said here stays here.
  2. 2
    We do not fix each other. We witness each other.
  3. 3
    You may pass at any time, on anything, without explaining why.
  4. 4
    You may leave the room at any time and come back, or not.
  5. 5
    No advice unless she asks for it.
  6. 6
    We speak from our own story, not about anyone else's.
  7. 7
    There is one thing we cannot keep confidential, and we will tell you what it is before you ever share. Read it here

The year ahead

Some months are heavy. Some are fun on purpose.

January

Removing The MaskAre you ready to reconnect with the parts of yourself you may have hidden and embrace the authentic woman God created you to be? A Christ-centered sister circle for women ages 21 and up. Gather every two weeks for reflection, encouragement, prayer, and meaningful connection. Take off the mask at your own pace.

See a month that speaks to you?

Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor.Ecclesiastes 4:9

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