Category

She Prays She Votes 2020

Prayer and Fasting for the Election

By | CEO, News and Events, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

Dear Prayer Partner,

You have probably heard it said many times during this election season that this election represents a critical turning point in our history. I believe the results of this election will determine whether or not this Republic will survive as we know it. But I also rest in the knowledge that God places people in positions of authority, and as a sovereign God, He moves them as He chooses. “Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God.” (Romans 13:1) “The king’s heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: He turneth it whithersoever He will.” (Proverbs 21:1)

I can so relate to the story of Esther in the Old Testament.  When she was faced with the dire situation facing her country, she said  “Go, gather all the Jews who are present in Shushan, and fast for me; neither eat nor drink for three days, night or day. My maids and I will fast likewise. (Esther 4:16)

Like Esther, I am asking you to join me on Monday, November 2, for a day of fasting and prayer for our nation and the situation in which we find ourselves. Would you fast as you can on Monday (whether it be a 24-hour fast or a shorter fast)? I believe that fasting is a way of humbling ourselves before God. As we fast and pray, we acknowledge that He is sovereign over all things, and even though He does all things according to His will, He requires that His people seek His face and His plan.

Please join me on Monday, November 2, as we enter into a time of fasting and prayer for our nation.  “ … Do not be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, great and awesome, and fight for your brethren, your sons, your daughters, your wives, and your houses.” (Nehemiah 4:14)

Your prayer partner,
Penny Nance
CEO and President

CWA Concludes Final Four She Prays She Votes Prayer Events

By | News and Events, Press Releases, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 6, 2020

Contact: Stephanie Rivera
954.243.6301, [email protected]

Concerned Women for America Concludes Final Four She Prays She Votes Prayer Events

Washington, D.C. – Concerned Women for America is continuing its She Prays She Votes campaign to encourage women of faith to register, vote, and encourage their family and friends to do the same. CWA will finish this project with prayer events in the following states: North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Iowa, and Texas.

These prayer events consist of a roundtable discussion led by Penny Nance, CEO and President of CWA, and a time of prayer for our nation and the upcoming election. People can participate in these events two ways. There are two ways to participate: Facebook Live or by conference call number: Dial-in number: (712) 770-4921, Participant Code: 704998.

For more information about the She Prays She Votes events, visit Concernedwomen.org.

###

Concerned Women for America is the nation’s largest public policy women’s organization with a rich 40-year history of helping our members across the country bring Biblical principles into all levels of public policy.

Shortage of Poll Workers

By | News and Events, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

We received this important information from our friends at the Leadership Institute. Some of you have wondered – how can I be involved?  How can I make a difference during this election season? Being a poll worker is something you can do.

From the Leadership Institute:


It’s only nine weeks until Election Day, and America needs your help.

Did you know there’s a shortage of poll workers signed up to help monitor voting this year on Election Day? Read more from both NBC and National Review.

According to the National Review’s John Fund, health experts believe this election will be safe for nearly all Americans. But, due to the pandemic, polling stations across America will suffer because these stations are struggling to recruit poll workers.

You can take action today and become part of the American solution. Sign up to be an election official today. You can even make some money! Election workers can earn between $75 and $350 for their contribution to American democracy on Election Day.

It’s good for your resume, your wallet, and your country!

Here are the simple steps to sign up:

  1. Visit the U.S. Election Committee website.
  2. Select your state and city to get your application.
  3. Sign up and help maintain a fair election!

Thank you for your tireless efforts to serve your community! Feel free to forward this information to anyone you think might be interested in helping keep polling stations open.

Press Release: CWA of Florida Galvanize Women to Fight for the Soul of America

By | News and Events, Press Releases, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 27, 2020

Contact: Stephanie Rivera
954.243.6301, [email protected]

Concerned Women for America of Florida Galvanize Women to Fight for the Soul of America

Orlando – Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Florida hosted a roundtable and prayer call today as part of its national She Prays, She Votes tour. The roundtable took place at The Pregnancy Center of Winter Park, a women-led, life-affirming medical facility, which brought together a small group of local CWA leaders and supporters to discuss what is at stake in this election, followed by a nation-wide conference call for prayer.

“Our nation is suffering from a spiritual war raging in our cities. We long to see God heal our America,” said Terri Johannsen, State Director of CWA of Florida. “Florida women leaders are coming together with Penny Nance CEO and President of Concerned Women for America for a time of prayer. With She Prays She Votes we can make a difference.”

Penny Nance, CWA‘s CEO and President had this to say, “We are in a spiritual battle for the soul of our nation. As an organization founded on the Biblical principles of prayer and action, Concerned Women for America knows that prayer is power. Our greatest strength starts on our knees for the future and freedom of this great country. God has called us to ‘Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your families, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes.’ As conservative women, we are leading the call to dedicate ourselves to prayer and action in the 2020 election.”

CWA’s nine-state nationwide tour continues in Des Moines, Iowa next week. We hope you will join us.

###

Concerned Women for America, the nation’s largest public policy women’s organization founded over 40 years ago, is taking She Prays, She Votes to nine states across America to galvanize women in this election: Georgia, Arizona, Florida, Iowa, Maine, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Texas. Additionally, there will be one prayer event bringing together the young ladies from CWA’s Young Women for America chapters.

Press Release: CWA Holds Round Table/Prayer Event in Phoenix

By | News and Events, Press Releases, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 21, 2020

Contact:
Stephanie Rivera
954.243.6301, [email protected]

Concerned Women for America of Arizona Galvanizing Women to Fight for the Soul of America

Mesa, AZ – Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Arizona hosted a roundtable and prayer call yesterday as part of its national She Prays, She Votes 2020 tour. The roundtable hosted at AZP, Inc., a women-owned manufacturing plant, brought together a small group of local CWA leaders and supporters for discussion of what is at stake in this election, followed by a nation-wide conference call for prayer.

“What better way to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the women’s right to vote in America than for us to pray and to vote the Biblical values and beliefs we hold dear!” said Kathy Roper, State Director of CWA of Arizona. “For God has prepared us for “such a time as this. So, let us gather and pray for God’s favor upon the country we love! Let us work to encourage like-minded people to vote in the 2020 general election.”

Penny Nance, CWA‘s CEO and President had this to say, “We are in a spiritual battle for the soul of our nation. As an organization founded on the Biblical principles of prayer and action, Concerned Women for America knows that prayer is power. Our greatest strength starts on our knees for the future and freedom of this great country. God has called us to ‘Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your families, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes.’ As conservative women, we are leading the call to dedicate ourselves to prayer and action in the 2020 election.”

CWA’s nine state nationwide tour continues in Orlando, Florida next week. We hope you will join us.

###

Concerned Women for America, the nation’s largest public policy women’s organization founded over 40 years ago, is taking She Prays, She Votes to nine states across America to galvanize women in this election: Georgia, Arizona, Florida, Iowa, Maine, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Texas. Additiona¬¬¬¬lly, there will be one prayer event bringing together the young ladies from CWA’s Young Women for America chapters.

August 20 – National Prayer Call

By | Arizona, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

Join Penny Nance via Facebook Live or by conference call this Thursday evening, August 20, as she gathers with friends in Arizona for a roundtable discussion about the election and spend time praying for our nation, the election, and for the Church to be a light during this time of seemingly increasing darkness.

There are two ways to participate: Facebook Live or by conference call number: Dial-in number: (712) 770-4921, Participant Code: 704998.

This prayer event will take place at 6:30 p.m. Pacific (7:30 p.m. Mountain; 8:30 Central; 9:30 p.m. Eastern)

What is at stake in this election year?  Your vote may make the difference.

Pro-Life – NOT Abortion Extremism

Pro-Family – NOT Government Socialism

Pro-Woman – NOT Erasing Female Status

Pro-Religious Freedom – NOT Judicial Activism

Press Release: CWA Holds First Prayer Event in Georgia

By | News and Events, Press Releases, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 14, 2020

Contact:
Stephanie Rivera
954.243.6301, [email protected]

In Case You Missed It
Concerned Women for America of Georgia Galvanizing Women to Fight for the Soul of America

Atlanta, GA – Concerned Women for America (CWA) of Georgia hosted a roundtable and prayer call yesterday as part of its national She Prays, She Votes 2020 tour. The roundtable hosted at Ginger Howard Selections, a women-owned business, brought together a small group of local CWA leaders and Georgia conservative activists for a discussion of what is at stake in this election, followed by a nation-wide conference call for prayer.

“America was founded as ‘one nation under God’, and we believe that God cares about the present and our future as a nation,” said Tanya Ditty, State Director of CWA of Georgia. “As women of faith, we are committed to praying for this country at an unprecedented and pivotal time, and we entrust this election to His guidance and grace.”

Penny Nance, CWA‘s CEO and President had this to say, We are in a spiritual battle for the soul of our nation. As an organization founded on the Biblical principles of prayer and action, Concerned Women for America knows that prayer is power. Our greatest strength starts on our knees for the future and freedom of this great country. God has called us to ‘Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your families, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes.’ As conservative women, we are leading the call to dedicate ourselves to prayer and action in the 2020 election.”

Concerned Women for America, the nation’s largest public policy women’s organization founded over 40 years ago, is taking She Prays, She Votes to nine states across America to galvanize women in this election: Georgia, Arizona, Florida, Iowa, Maine, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Texas. Additionally, there will be one prayer event bringing together the young ladies from CWA’s Young Women for America chapters.

###

August 13 – National Prayer Call

By | Blog, News and Events, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

Join CWA this Thursday evening, August 13, as we gather with friends in Georgia for a roundtable discussion about the election and spend time praying for our nation, the election, and for the Church to be a light during this time of seemingly increasing darkness.

There are two ways to participate: Facebook Live or by conference call number: Dial-in number: (712) 770-4921, Participant Code: 704998. This prayer event will take place at 6:30 p.m. Eastern time.

What is at stake in this election year?  Your vote may make the difference.

Pro-LifeNOT Abortion Extremism

Pro-Family NOT Government Socialism

Pro-WomanNOT Erasing Female Status

Pro-Religious FreedomNOT Judicial Activism

 

 

Voting Is Every Citizen’s Duty

By | News and Events, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments
The right to vote has been important in the history of our nation. Battles were fought and waged for many years across this country to provide EVERYONE the right to vote.
From the U.S. Constitution:
  • Constitution of the United States, Fifteenth Amendment, Section 1 – 1870: “The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged … on the account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.”
  • Constitution of the United States, Nineteenth Amendment, Section 1 – 1920: “The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged … on the account of sex.

Listen to some voices from the past:

  • Civil Rights slogan: 
    “One man, one vote”
  • Susan B. Anthony, social reformer and women’s rights activist, speech before her trial for voting – 1873
    “Here, in the first paragraph of the Declaration [of Independence], is the assertion of the natural right of all to the ballot, for how can ‘the consent of the governed” be given, if the right to vote be denied?”
  • Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, Speech at Bloomington, Illinois – 1856
    “The ballot is stronger than the bullet.”
  • Franklin D. Roosevelt, 32nd President of the United States
    “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.”

CWA has prepared resources to help you be a part of getting people registered to vote (add link).  Download these resources and use them in your church and community. CWA is also partnering with iVoterGuide to help you vote knowledgeably. You can check to see how the candidates in your state are rated based on information gathered from a number of resources.

“Do not be afraid.”

By | Blog, Minnesota, News and Events, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

“Do not be afraid of them; remember the Lord who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives and your houses.” Nehemiah 4:14

 We have chosen Nehemiah 4:14 as the foundational Scripture for our She Prays, She Votes 2020 project. Let me remind you of the context of this verse. Nehemiah has come to Jerusalem from captivity in Babylon. His task is to lead the remnant of Israel in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. A number of attempts have been made by their enemies to keep them from rebuilding. At this point, the threat had become physical. “All of them conspired together to come and fight against Jerusalem and to cause a disturbance in it.” Nehemiah 4:8. 

 In verse 14, Nehemiah tells the workers, “Do not be afraid of them.” These are such good words for us today. With all of the uncertainty in our world both physical and political, it is easy to be afraid. Fear is a very human emotion. We read “Do not fear” many times in Scripture.  But sometimes our humanness wins that battle.  But we cannot let the fear incapacitate us. It is like the fireman as he faces the burning building; he knows the fire, and he fears the fire, but his fear does not keep him from running into that building. It is his job and his sworn duty to run into that building. I believe it is also our duty as Christians to face the fear of the unknown in which we live – to remember the Lord who is great and awesome. 

 As we enter this uncertain election time, we must not let fear incapacitate us. We must move into this time seeking the Lord and praying daily for the election process and all of those who are running.  Just as Nehemiah’s workers held a sword in one hand and a trowel in the other, we must continue to be salt and light by holding up God’s Word and doing the work to which He has called us. 

 We are asking you to join us as we beseech the Father for His blessing and favor on our nation. Look for our information and registration packets next week for She Prays, She Votes 2020. 

Introducing She Prays, She Votes 2020

By | Blog, Minnesota, News and Events, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

Introducing She Prays, She Votes 2020

The main goal of She Prays, She Votes 2020 will be prayer.  Now more than ever, Christians need to be on their knees before God to pray for our nation, for our leaders, and for this election.

We will be hosting ten prayer calls between now and Election Day in November. These calls will happen on each Thursday of the week from August 6 up until the last week in October. In each call, we will be focusing on a state where the election results are critical, but the main focus of these calls will be to seek God first and beseech Him for our nation. Every week we will be sending out details for the call that week and the one for the next week – when, how to connect and who will be joining us on the call to pray.

The secondary goal of this project is to get people out to vote. We will be working on making sure people are registered to vote and that they know where to go to do that. We will be providing information to help people walk through that process and, hopefully, inspire them to action. We are putting together packets of information that you will be able to download and share with your family and friends.

Please join us as we make a difference in Election 2020!

CWA Launches She Prays, She Votes 2020 Project

By | Blog, News and Events, She Prays She Votes 2020 | No Comments

“Do not be afraid of them; remember the Lord who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives and your houses.” Nehemiah 4:14

Remember the Lord Who is great and awesome … This is the Lord Who moves the hearts of the king like rivers of water. He is the One in absolute control. There is nothing better that we can do for this nation than to pray. When we pray, God’s Spirit moves across the land.

And fight … What does the “fight” look like?

  • The fight is you studying the candidates and then going to vote for the ones who reflect your values.
  • The fight is you driving an elderly friend or neighbor to the polls to vote.
  • The fight is you taking care of your young friends’ children, so they can go vote.
  • The fight is you volunteering to make phone calls on behalf of that candidate who shares your values.
  • The fight is you on your knees before the God Who places all people in positions of authority.
  • The fight is you beseeching God for our nation and our nation’s leaders.

In the time between now and Election Day, Concerned Women for America is going to provide you with resources to help you engage in the fight. Over the next few weeks, we will be providing you with information that will be helpful in getting yourself and others registered to vote.

We will also be doing weekly prayer calls to reach out to the One who tells us that if we will call out to Him and repent, He will heal our land. We will be asking Him for mercy for our nation and for forgiveness for our complacency and apathy. Our first prayer call will be on Thursday, August 13.

We encourage you to read each of our emails for She Votes, She Prays 2020. They will share details for the calls and new information about how you can remember “the Lord who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives and your houses.” Nehemiah 4:14