RESOURCE GUIDE Annual
Welcome
to the Annual Resource Guide!
Stonecroft resources are here to support you through every twist and turn on your path as we mobilize a movement of Christian women to pray and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. So, what does that look like? How can we come alongside you, in a practical way, as you proclaim the name of Jesus in your community?
To make your journey a little smoother, we have included a pathway of suggestions to assist in using Stonecroft resources to their full potential. This is intended to help answer the questions we often ask ourselves when we come alongside someone who has just been reconciled to God through Jesus. What resource is best suited for someone brand new to faith? How can we help them understand who Jesus is and the impact He can have on one’s life? The tried-and-true pathway of resources will help guide you as you walk with another in their first steps of faith.
Another valuable resource available to you is your amazing Zone Leadership Team! We are thrilled that all nine Zone Regional Administrator roles have been filled, and these talented women are ready to help you connect with one another and host outreaches with efficiency and effectiveness. While we still have some Zone Team Leadership positions to fill, we are confident that the leaders in place can assist you in making your outreaches and training more impactful.
Thank you for allowing us to serve you. The Outreach Team is honored to partner with you as we move the mission forward and celebrate Kingdom gains! There is so much happening within Stonecroft Nation -- from groups rekindling the fires of a Women’s Connection to those gathering to pray. This is a season of harvest, and we are grateful for each one of you, the workers of the field.
Stacie Villanueva
Director of Outreach
To see every woman reconciled to God through Jesus Christ.
Vision Mission
We exist to mobilize a movement of Christian women to pray and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Online Leader Portal
You may have noticed our website has gone through a few changes lately, all in hopes of making things easier for individuals to navigate! Our main page hosts opportunities for women to see what Stonecroft has to offer and how to get involved. As a valued Stonecroft leader, you have access to the Leader Portal which has a range of resources that are available to you to assist with your outreach. To access the Leader Portal, you need to register for an account after signing the Stonecroft Essential Documents. Once your account is approved, you will receive a notification via email! Once you have done so, you can access:
• Group Resources
• Annual Resource Guide
• Order Group Supplies
• Prayer Connection
• Group Resources
• Training Resources
• Friends of Stonecroft
• Reporting
• Monthly Financial Reporting
• Outreach Reporting
• Leadership Essential Documents
• Ministry Guide
• Statement of Faith
• Ministry Guide Supplements
• Women’s Connection
• Speakers
• Leader Events
• Branding Guidelines
A printer friendly version of the Annual Resource Guide is available on our website. If you have trouble navigating the website or have any questions on resources available, please contact us at connections@stonecroft.org.
Relational
evangelism
The Opportunity of Relational Evangelism
At Stonecroft, we believe that Relational Evangelism (RE) training is a basic need for those who wish to make an impact on their community. Learning a simple and effective way to build relationships and share your story is available to you through Stonecroft.
Have you ever gone through your day and upon reflection wondered if there were missed opportunities to share your faith and what God has done in our life? We can all become more aware and learn how to be comfortable and intentional when responding to these opportunities. This can begin by choosing to attend the relational evangelism course that suits you best! There are currently two Stonecroft courses to get you started on your journey.
This course has given me the community and tools to focus intentionally on the call we all have been given: The Great Commission.
It has opened my eyes to the simplicity of partnering with God in prayer. Asking for eyes to see and ears to hear where God is working and partnering with him.
Totally worthwhile!”
-Annette Turner
Relational Evangelism Bootcamp is a scaled down version of our full Relational Evangelism Course. It’s perfect for anyone who wants an introduction to relational evangelism and wants to learn more before committing to the full 4-session RE course. Bootcamp is a free, one-time session that lasts approximately 90 minutes.
Full Relational Evangelism (4-session full course) is a commitment to explore – with purpose and intentionally – how you can weave Relational Evangelism (RE) in your daily life. Participants walk through the Relational Evangelism: Foundations for Sharing Your Faith book together and practice putting RE into motion each week. It’s always more fun to walk alongside others while exploring something new, and this is the prefect course to put RE into action. The Relational Evangelism full course is 4 sessions lasting approximately 1 hour each. There is a registration fee associated with the course, and you receive the participant’s book as part of your registration.
Getting
Begin today by registering for an RE Course.
To find out more about an upcoming Bootcamp or Full RE Course in your area, reach out to your local leadership (Stonecroft Zone Regional Administrator or Zone Relational Evangelism Team Lead).
The Full Relational Evangelism 4-session course is available through Stonecroft National Office and can be found by scanning the QR Code at the end of this article.
Next Steps: Advance the Mission in your Local Area
Relational Evangelism (RE) is the very heart of Stonecroft. As a Stonecroft leader, you are empowered to advance the mission throughout your local area. Below are a few ideas of how you can do your part to initiate opportunities, explore and help advance this mission.
• Set a solid example of leadership by attending a RE Bootcamp (at a minimum). Please note that Zone Leaders are required to complete the full 4-week course.
• Work together with other local leaders to schedule bootcamps and Full RE Courses. Begin by gathering leaders and volunteers for a special introductory bootcamp. This could be done as a small group, in person or via Zoom. Encourage participants to register for a full 4-session course afterwards to continue their journey.
• Encourage your leaders to attend the Kingdom Connection Calls. Kingdom Connection Calls are national calls available to anyone who has completed relational evangelism training, and it’s designed for attendees to learn, share ideas and experiences.
• Make RE a routine part of your planning team meeting conversations and Bible study groups. Pray specifically for relational evangelism opportunities and provide space for your team to share experiences and encourage each other.
• Include RE training in all the Zone and Regional meetings.
• Help promote RE training by sharing the registration information on social media and your outreach newsletters.
To stay informed about relational evangelism training and registration offered through the Stonecroft National Office, scan this QR code to go to the website for more information. Registration is required for all sessions.
Stonecroft’s ZIP Code initiative
We are so grateful for the 86 years God has given Stonecroft so far. However, we cannot help but get excited about the next 86 + to come! In this season, we are chasing after the God-sized vision of seeing a Stonecroft initiative in every residential US ZIP Code and 60 countries within 10 years. Whether it is an individual praying evangelistically at home, a small group gathering for a Bible study, or a large outreach focused on inviting the lost, the Gospel will be shared throughout the world!
This year, God may be prompting you to start something new or get creative and try something different in your community. Maybe it’s just gathering people to pray. We are praying for you and hope this Resource Guide is a blessing to you. Regardless of how the Holy Spirit may be prompting you, Stonecroft is here to support you and cheer you on as you reach the lost in your ZIP Code!
Eliza Cortés Bast Stonecroft CEO
Kingdom Impact Zones
Overview of Communication Channels & Zone Roles
Kingdom Impact Zones
Zones connect volunteers across the United States through a regional structure. Each of the nine Zones is led by a Zone Regional Administrator (ZRA) who works closely with the Stonecroft National Office Staff to prayerfully build a dedicated team of women focused on strengthening outreach opportunities throughout the region.
These experienced leaders comprise the Zone Leadership Team and focus on Prayer, Relational Evangelism, Speakers, Finance, Small Groups, and Mission Mobilization.
Zone Teams meet virtually and in person to pray with, resource, train, and celebrate the Gospel-sharing work of the key volunteers in their assigned states, working collaboratively to identify and mentor new leaders and develop community outreach that furthers the mission of Stonecroft.
Stonecroft Leadership + Stonecroft National Staff
ZRA - Zone Regional Administrator
Zone Mission Mobilizer
Zone Relational Evangelism
Zone Regional Administrator
Works closely with Stonecroft National Office Staff & Stonecroft Representatives within the Zone, participating in quarterly virtual meetings to pray, to communicate upcoming ministry initiatives, to evaluate local group health, and to plan regional events. The Zone Regional Administrator has strong administrative skills.
Zone Prayer Team Lead
Builds a strong team of prayer partners to support Stonecroft. Communicates routinely with Prayer Consultants and Prayer Coordinators within the Zone to provide leadership, training, resources, and support. Participates in National Prayer Calls and organizes Calls to Prayer within the Zone.
Zone Relational Evangelism Team Lead
Engages and trains new volunteers and local teams in Relational Evangelism, ensuring that training is offered at regional & local leader events. Participates in and promotes National Relational Evangelism offerings including Bootcamp, Kingdom Connection Calls, and the 4-Session Relational Evangelism Course.
Zone Speaker Team Lead
Works with Stonecroft Speaker Consultants to recruit and train new Regional Speaker Trainers and Speakers. Comes alongside Regional Speaker Trainers within the Zone to ensure Speakers receive refresher certification and are following current Stonecroft Speaker guidelines. Assists with digitally creating, maintaining, and distributing annual speaker lists for each state within the Zone.
Zone Finance Team Lead
Builds a strong team to support local outreaches. Communicates routinely with Financial Coordinators within the Zone to provide digital support and training on an individual, local, and regional basis. Strong computer skills and financial experience are essential.
Zone Small Group Team Lead
Builds a strong team of small group leaders, guides, and hosts to promote, lead, and multiply Stonecroft Bible Studies within the Zone. Works alongside District Consulting Coordinators and Consulting Coordinators to digitally communicate with and provide support, training, and resources to SBS Coordinators and leaders of small groups, ensuring that branding is current, and that activities and resources offered are aligned with the mission and values of Stonecroft.
Zone Mission Mobilizer
Initiates new forms of ministry, while acknowledging the needs of women in the local community and being aware of cultural and generational inclusivity. The Zone Mission Mobilizer works closely with the National Military Team and Stonecroft Representatives within the states to encourage and promote community partnerships and new outreach that furthers the mission of Stonecroft and increases Kingdom Impact.
Mobilizing the mission
We are so grateful for your partnership in the mission of Stonecroft. Your faithful giving sends out a movement of Christian women praying and proclaiming the Gospel until every woman is reconciled to God through Jesus.
Last year we saw more than 120,000 women attend an outreach, 11,000 first time guests, and more than 1,100 women said yes to Jesus!
Together, in the next ten years, we will reach into every ZIP Code and into 60 countries sending out a movement of women praying and proclaiming the Gospel.
Imagine a Stonecroft initiative in every ZIP Code from coast to coast -- a movement that is so unstoppable, it overflows our borders! Stonecroft will provide resources that equip a diverse group of women, as we strive towards creating redemptive communities across the globe.
Your gift sends out a movement of women courageously reaching out to women in your ZIP Code and the next, helping us to provide:
• Training for women to pray evangelistically, listen well, and share their story, and God’s story through relational evangelism.
• Leader support with training calls, prayer calls, event gatherings, and staff support to grow your impact.
• Practical Support of groups such as liability insurance; zoom accounts; creation, mailing, and shipping of group supplies, promotional materials, and bank account auditing to maintain financial compliance and integrity.
• Digital and Print Resources for the journey including tools to write your story, pray evangelistically, conversation starters, new bible studies, and the Website.
• Expansion opportunities into new ZIP Codes and the support of groups in unique settings such as prison ministries and halfway houses so every woman, regardless of their circumstances, has an opportunity to hear the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Your generosity connects you to a broader community and ensures that Stonecroft Ministries remains steadfast in our mission to make a lasting difference. Together, we are sharing hope and transforming lives, one ZIP Code and one woman at a time.
Group
supplies
Stonecroft offers Women’s Connection Groups various supplies for use at Women’s Connection events which serve as tools used to ultimately share the gospel.
With the cost of most everything rising these days, we ask that you help us steward our resources and serve you well by following these guidelines regarding your supplies:
• When ordering group supplies, please order a minimum of 6 to 9 months’ supply for your group.
• Please designate one person within your group to order all of your supplies. Condensing your order into one request that includes your event, financial supplies, and envelopes will help us manage postage and packaging costs.
• For more efficient service, please place your order for supplies through the website order form at stonecroft.org/group-supplies/. The online order form identifies all supplies available for this year and provides a description of the item along with information on how quantities are packaged.
If you have questions concerning group supplies, please email connections@stonecroft.org for assistance.
Below is a list of current supplies available:
COMMENT CARD - Packaged in sets of 100
These are to be completed when prompted by the speaker. Please encourage each person to complete one.
WELCOME CARD - Packaged in sets of 100
Given to each guest as she comes into the event. Encourage women to complete their welcome cards.
LARGE OFFERING ENVELOPE - Request amount (singles)
Large envelopes to be placed on the tables to hold individual contribution envelopes and cash donations.
GENERAL GIVING ENVELOPE - Packaged in sets of 100
Individual Contribution Envelopes - used for gifts to Stonecroft
A GIFT FOR YOU - Packaged in sets of 10
Table Hosts can thank first-time guests at the end of the event by giving them a simply wrapped A Gift for You booklet.
A NEW BEGINNING BOOKLET - Packaged in sets of 10
This booklet is given by the Speaker to each one who indicates a decision to receive Christ or an interest in learning more. Chairs provide booklets to speakers.
Prayer
connection prompts
Welcome to the Prayer Connections Ministry Year prayer guide for 2025 – 2026!
Stonecroft’s mission is to mobilize a movement of Christian women to pray and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We believe that this work starts with evangelistic prayer.
This year, we wanted to provide you with an easy-to-use guide to unify Stonecroft Nation in our prayer efforts. This Prayer Connection prayer guide provides a road map of our prayer theme or value of the month, a “one sentence prayer” that helps you pray when you’re not sure what to say or feel short on time, and a verse to focus on. In addition, the guide has a prayer and a share prompt. At the end is a suggested weekly rhythm for how to focus your evangelistic prayer.
We know that some of our women are praying together faithfully in groups that meet online or in person. We also know that some women are praying right from their favorite prayer places where they live. Prayer and share prompts can be used individually or in groups. These prompts can be integrated into a group setting to help spark more prayer, praise and conversation. They can also be used as prayer journal prompts if you write your evangelistic prayers.
For groups who wish to customize their prayer time together, we hope this guide gives you a good starting point! For those who prefer a more scripted approach, we will continue to provide monthly Prayer Connections every quarter which will follow this guide as well.
Week 1: Pray for yourself.
Week 2: Stonecroft Ministries
Week 3: Your family and friends.
Week 4: Local Outreach (WC, Bible studies, etc.) your community.
Week 5: (when applicable): Global evangelism
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Theme: Vision – Fresh Eyes to See
“Help me to see the way you do.”
Pray: God, help me to see things the way you do, with hope and love, even in the things that seem impossible.
Share: What is God helping you to see with “new eyes”?
Theme: Vision – Fresh Eyes to See
“Help me to see and remember where you are at work.”
Pray: God, help me resist discouragement and trust that you are at work. Remind me of your faithfulness I’ve already received and continue to see you move.
Share: Where have you seen God working in your life?
Core Value: Leading with Love
“Help me to love the one(s) I’m with.”
Pray: God, show me how to love the way you love, with generosity and abundance, especially when it is challenging, and I’m prompted to say or do hard things.
Share: How do you show love to others?
Theme: Back to School/Outreach
“Bring salvation and revival to my community.”
Pray: God, increase my faith to the point where I can see revival is not just possible, but probable. Show me how you want me to share the hope of salvation with those around me.
Share: What needs prayer in your community?
Core Value: Generosity
“You are good and provide me with everything I need.”
Pray: God, help me to steward the time, talent and treasure you’ve graciously given me to bless those around me. Help me resist fear and trust you unconditionally.
Share: Describe a time that you had to depend fully on God’s provision.
Core Value: Reliant & Resourceful
“Help me to be still and hear Your voice.”
Pray: God, I rely on you for everything. Teach me how to do your will, your way and resist the temptations that cause distraction.
Share: How is God helping you to “be still”?
Theme: Thanksgiving – Celebration!
“Thank you, Lord!”
Pray: God, thank you for lavishing your love, abundance and generosity upon us. We give you all praise, honor and glory. You are WORTHY to be praised!
Share: What are you thanking God for in this season?
Theme: The Wonder of Christmas
“Fill my soul with your peace and joy.”
Pray: How wonderful you are, God. How majestic and great is your name. Provide me with opportunities to share your peace and joy with others in this season.
Share: How can you be a blessing to someone this Christmas season?
Core Value: Revolutionary Results
“Lord, what do you want?”
Pray: God, everything we have belongs to you and is for your glory. I stand in full surrender to you and your will as I begin this new year.
Share: What do you believe to be God’s priority for you this year?
Core Value: Redemptive Community
“Make my life a prayer and praise to you.”
Pray: How we love and serve you, God, is worship and witness to those around us. Teach me to love and serve those who don’t know you in the way they will receive you.
Share: What is one way your life is worship and/or witness to the watching world.
Theme: Season of Easter
“Give me your wisdom so I will be ready.”
Pray: God, as I think about sharing the power of the cross with others, help me to be ready when you create an opportunity.
Share: How can you convey to others what the power of the cross means to you?
Theme: Relational Evangelism
“Show me my part in your mission.”
Pray: Father, lead me in how I pray and proclaim your amazing name to those who desperately need you.
Share: How are you actively pursuing evangelism in your community?
Contact information
Your Zone Leadership Team is your first level of communication. If you have questions that your Zone Leadership Team is unable to answer, please contact the National Office.
Stonecroft National Office support is available Monday through Thursday, from 9:00 am. to 5:00 pm Central Time at 800.525.8627.
The chart below provides a sample of some common inquiries, and the best contact method for timely assistance.
Please send all mail to: Stonecroft Ministries, PO Box 8900, Kansas City, Missouri 64114
Connections
General Ministry Support And Questions Connections@Stonecroft.org
800.526.8627
Select Menu Option 1
Logging Into And Navigating The Stonecroft.org Website
And Group Supplies
Finance/Accounting Support & Inquiries Groupfinances@Stonecroft.org 800.525.8627
Select Menu Option 2 See Zone Map In This Resource Guide For Direct Email Address Stonecroft.org
Level Support For Local Outreach
Teams Update Leadership Team Contact Information For Your Outreach Group Registering For National Office Events/Calls
And Merchandise
Group Supplies (Online Order Form) Donation Support - Grants, Estate Planning , Giving Receipts & Donor Statements hfarinas@stonecroft.org
