Christian Writers Fellowship of the 4 States
Sponsors of the Annual
Called to Write Conference
Meeting 9:30 am - 11:30 am
1st Saturday of Each Month
ZOOM MEETINGS AT THE PRESENT - Due to Covid
We normally meet in person at Girard Public Library, 128 W. Prairie Ave., Girard, KS 66743
Phone at Library 620-724-4317
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Membership dues of $15 payable in January for the year
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May participate in manuscript critiques one month after becoming a member
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Nonmembers may obtain a newsletter subscription for $10.00 per year
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Executive committee:
Julie-Anne Harlan, President
Margery Warder, Vice-President
Sandy Jordan, Secretary
Becky McDonald - Treasurer
Conference Chair - Julie-Anne Harlan
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**Devotions in the past have been from Writers in the Spirit, by Carol J. Rottman, however, since 2020 we are writing our own devotions.
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Please note: We can now accept payment online for dues and conference fees.
Please email us at cwfofthe4states@gmail.com to receive an invoice to pay $15.00 dues. You will automatically receive a receipt when you pay online.
***Or you may make a check out to Christian Writer's Fellowship and mail it to
Christian Writer's Fellowship
c/o Becky McDonald, Treasurer
4719 SE Boston Mills Rd.
Columbus, KS 66725
Since 2021 We write our own devotions for meetings.
Be sure to sign up at our next monthly meeting.
Devotion Guidelines for Meetings
CWF Devotion Guidelines
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Word Length: 300-400 words
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Devotions should adhere to the CWF purpose: to inspire other Christian writers; to share ideas, enthusiasm, motivation, and experience.
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Devotion content:
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Title
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Quoted Bible verse (include reference and version)
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Devotion
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Short prayer
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A Writing Activity
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Reference in detail sources for any specific quotations or historical facts.
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Use writing to appeal to the senses. When appropriate, use dialogue. Show, don’t tell. Object lessons work well in devotions.
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Possible topics
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Answering your call to write
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Overcoming writer’s block
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Dealing with rejection
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Encouragement
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Accepting help from others
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Overcoming procrastination
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Avoiding pride
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Finishing
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Finding time to write
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Writing your testimony
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Getting published
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Writing goals
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If we decide to pursue publishing these devotions, a committee will be formed to manage the process.