Yesterday, we learned that Christian Business Women United (CBWU) grew out of two friends lifting one another up in a difficult financial time. From that inception, Janie Moores, owner of BJM Staffing, and Rhonda Bartlett, owner of RB Design Studio, realized the near certain need for women in business in the Central Kentucky area; financial problems certainly weren’t limited to one or two people. The new group would also prove to be a perfect arena in which to share God’s word and the love of Jesus Christ.

The support provided by CBWU isn’t limited to friendly counseling and shoulders on which to lean during times of financial turmoil. No one can argue that the obstacles faced by women in business are greater, in many areas, than those of their male counterparts. So, the group was established to, and has remained, open to the gamut of concerns of women in business.

CBWU doesn’t charge dues for membership. According to co-founder, Rhonda Bartlett, “Everyone just brings their lunch and we get together once a month for a time of wonderful prayer and praise.” Their monthly one-hour meeting is a time set aside for the Lord. Says Ms. Bartlett, “Of course, we network amongst ourselves and refer people who may be looking for services, but we try to keep that to a minimum.”

The only criteria for joining CBWU is that you believe in God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit; that Jesus is the Son of God and God the Son; and the Bible is the absolute Word of God Himself.

CBWU is certainly founded on solid ground. Women, indeed everyone in Central Kentucky, are fortunate to have the group in our midst.

The group meets the fourth Monday of every month, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the Hill-n-Dale Christian Church. Find out more about them at their website.