WOMEN
AT CORAL RIDGE
READING PLAN
ISAIAH: CHAPTERS 40-66
This reading plan breaks down the chapter 40-66 of Isaiah into passages that can be read over the course of 7 weeks, five days a week.
Our intent is to encourage women to be in God’s Word each and every day. We believe women can truly influence their household, their God-given areas of influence, and the next generation by being connected to a Bible study. We hope you’ll join us!
SPRING STUDY
ISAIAH: SALVATION THROUGH THE LORD’S SERVANT
January 19 – March 23
Sundays| 9:30-10:30am & 11:00-12:00pm
January 21 – March 25
Tuesdays | 8:00-9:00am
Register for 8am childcare
Tuesdays | 9:30-11:30am
For Women in Their 20s or 30s
Thursdays | Monthly | Beginning in February
Contact catherine@crpc.org for more information
Westminster Academy Faculty Study
Thursdays | Monthly | 6-7:30pm
Executive Office
Jan. 23, Feb. 27, Mar. 27, & Apr. 24
RITA CEFALU
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
Long story short. I came to know Jesus Christ as my Savior and Lord on April 29, 1982, when the Holy Spirit led me to a Bible bookstore. The store owner discerned that I was searching, and he prayed with me. The name of that Bible bookstore was The Guiding Light. The Lord truly has a sense of humor. I certainly needed that light to guide me to Jesus, and I had no idea about the shaping influence books would have in my life. It’s been a great journey of growing in a relational knowledge of the one true God through Jesus Christ whom he has sent (John 17:3).
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I enjoy meeting with the Lord every morning together with my husband in prayer, on Sundays for corporate worship, and whenever I take a walk or ride my bike, I praise the Lord for the magnificence of his beautiful handiwork in creation.
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
Isaiah 40:28-31
What is your prayer for this study?
Here I echo the apostle Paul’s prayer, “… that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, and that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled up to all the fullness of God. Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen” (Eph. 3:17-21).
RITA CEFALU
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
Long story short. I came to know Jesus Christ as my Savior and Lord on April 29, 1982, when the Holy Spirit led me to a Bible bookstore. The store owner discerned that I was searching, and he prayed with me. The name of that Bible bookstore was The Guiding Light. The Lord truly has a sense of humor. I certainly needed that light to guide me to Jesus, and I had no idea about the shaping influence books would have in my life. It’s been a great journey of growing in a relational knowledge of the one true God through Jesus Christ whom he has sent (John 17:3).
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I enjoy meeting with the Lord every morning together with my husband in prayer, on Sundays for corporate worship, and whenever I take a walk or ride my bike, I praise the Lord for the magnificence of his beautiful handiwork in creation.
A favorite Isaiah passage
Isaiah 40:28-31
What is your prayer for this study?
Here I echo the apostle Paul’s prayer, “… that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, and that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled up to all the fullness of God. Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen” (Eph. 3:17-21).
JEN PACIENZA
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
At Westminster Academy, in Miss Neal’s sixth grade Bible class.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
Sinking into the couch in the living room with a Bible and pencil in hand.
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
It’s too hard to pick just one…
Isaiah 6:3
Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory.
Isaiah 40:8
The grass withers, the flower fades,
but the word of our God will stand forever.
Isaiah 53:6
All we like sheep have gone astray;
we have turned—every one—to his own way;
and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.
What is your prayer for this study?
Like the prophet Isaiah, we would encounter the glory of the ‘Holy One’ so that our faith would be strengthened and our affections kindled for the Servant King.
JEN PACIENZA
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
At Westminster Academy, in Miss Neal’s sixth grade Bible class.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
Sinking into the couch in the living room with a Bible and pencil in hand.
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
It’s too hard to pick just one…
Isaiah 6:3
Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory.
Isaiah 40:8
The grass withers, the flower fades,
but the word of our God will stand forever.
Isaiah 53:6
All we like sheep have gone astray;
we have turned—every one—to his own way;
and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.
What is your prayer for this study?
Like the prophet Isaiah, we would encounter the glory of the ‘Holy One’ so that our faith would be strengthened and our affections kindled for the Servant King.
ALLISON SIEGENTHALER
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
The Lord called me when I was eight years old, through a gospel presentation at Awana Club.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I meet with the Lord every morning at my east-facing, fourth floor window. Sky, water, palms, and glory!
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
Isaiah 12:2-3
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation. With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.
What is your prayer for this study?
My prayer for this study: that each woman would see, as Isaiah saw, the Holy One of Israel.
ALLISON SIEGENTHALER
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
The Lord called me when I was eight years old, through a gospel presentation at Awana Club.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I meet with the Lord every morning at my east-facing, fourth floor window. Sky, water, palms, and glory!
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
Isaiah 12:2-3
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation. With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.
What is your prayer for this study?
My prayer for this study: that each woman would see, as Isaiah saw, the Holy One of Israel.
DIANE KANELL
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
I grew up in the Church and always thought I was a Christian, but in my early thirties the Lord opened my eyes and my heart and I realized I was a sinner and Christ died for my sins. I was so humbled and so wanted to know Him and His Word. That desire has never left me, and I thank God for His saving grace in my life.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I like to meet with the Lord each morning in my favorite chair in my study.
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
Isaiah 41:10
fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
What is your prayer for this study?
My personal prayer is that God will meet me in His Word. I pray that I may know Him more clearly and deeply and that I will apply His Word and share Him with others.
My prayer for the women who attend our study is that they will grow in their knowledge of God’s Word and in their prayer life and bond more deeply with Him and with one another.
DIANE KANELL
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
I grew up in the Church and always thought I was a Christian, but in my early thirties the Lord opened my eyes and my heart and I realized I was a sinner and Christ died for my sins. I was so humbled and so wanted to know Him and His Word. That desire has never left me, and I thank God for His saving grace in my life.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I like to meet with the Lord each morning in my favorite chair in my study.
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
Isaiah 41:10
fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
What is your prayer for this study?
My personal prayer is that God will meet me in His Word. I pray that I may know Him more clearly and deeply and that I will apply His Word and share Him with others.
My prayer for the women who attend our study is that they will grow in their knowledge of God’s Word and in their prayer life and bond more deeply with Him and with one another.
PAULA SMITH
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
I “grew up with Jesus” as my best friend and can’t remember a time when He wasn’t my Savior.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I almost always pile up in my special chair in the family room, surrounded with my Bible, books, notebook, and coffee
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
Isaiah 26:3-4 “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD GOD is an everlasting rock.”
What is your prayer for this study?
I pray that the Word would open my eyes that I may see Jesus and love Him more.
PAULA SMITH
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
I “grew up with Jesus” as my best friend and can’t remember a time when He wasn’t my Savior.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I almost always pile up in my special chair in the family room, surrounded with my Bible, books, notebook, and coffee
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
Isaiah 26:3-4 “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD GOD is an everlasting rock.”
What is your prayer for this study?
I pray that the Word would open my eyes that I may see Jesus and love Him more.
MY HIEN DOMEIKA
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
On December 10th, 2021, I found myself in an unexpected place that would mark a significant turning point in my life—Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I was invited to a Christmas concert and had intended to enjoy the festivities, but what unfolded that night turned out to be much more than just a performance.
It was Pastor Rob Pacienza’s message that truly spoke to my heart and left me in wonder. Amidst all the music and performances, he asked a question that pierced through the festive facade: “Do you really know the true meaning of Christmas? Christmas is not about all the presents under the tree, the beautiful lights, decorations, parties, or gatherings…” His words resonated deeply with me, stirring something inside that had been sleeping far too long. I realized that I did not know the true meaning of Christmas.
As a child born and growing up in Hanoi, Vietnam, I had always associated Christmas with commercialism—presents piled under a faux tree, a flurry of shopping, and decorations that felt more about emotional excitement than meaning. Yet, deep down, I sensed a greater significance to this holiday, a richness I hadn’t yet grasped.
That concert ignited a spark within me. The seed was planted. I remember walking out of the church feeling different, driven by a newfound determination to seek out the true meaning of Christmas and, more importantly, the essence of Christianity.
Then, on December 13th, 2021, I sought out a Christian friend and nervously asked for help accepting Jesus into my life. I sat there, tears streaming down my cheeks, overwhelmed by the gravity of this moment. I always knew that there was someone or something greater over me through my trials and journey in life. When this moment came, it felt like everything I had been searching for was finally within reach.
My friend guided me through a simple yet powerful prayer, inviting Jesus Christ into my heart as my Lord and Savior. At that moment, I felt an overwhelming sense of peace and joy over me like I had never experienced. This was not just a new beginning; it marked the start of a deeper relationship with God, allowing me to learn about His love, grace, and the transformative power of faith.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I like to start my day with the Lord by studying His Word or engaging in devotional reading. I feel His presence and the Holy Spirit surrounding me each day, whether I am on my way to work or in a quiet moment of reflection. I give thanks to the Lord every time I pause to admire His grandeur creation.
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
Isaiah 30:21
What is your prayer for this study?
I pray that through the revelations found in the prophet Isaiah and our study, we will come to understand the servant of the Lord who came to pay the ransom for our iniquities.
MY HIEN DOMEIKA
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
On December 10th, 2021, I found myself in an unexpected place that would mark a significant turning point in my life—Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I was invited to a Christmas concert and had intended to enjoy the festivities, but what unfolded that night turned out to be much more than just a performance.
It was Pastor Rob Pacienza’s message that truly spoke to my heart and left me in wonder. Amidst all the music and performances, he asked a question that pierced through the festive facade: “Do you really know the true meaning of Christmas? Christmas is not about all the presents under the tree, the beautiful lights, decorations, parties, or gatherings…” His words resonated deeply with me, stirring something inside that had been sleeping far too long. I realized that I did not know the true meaning of Christmas.
As a child born and growing up in Hanoi, Vietnam, I had always associated Christmas with commercialism—presents piled under a faux tree, a flurry of shopping, and decorations that felt more about emotional excitement than meaning. Yet, deep down, I sensed a greater significance to this holiday, a richness I hadn’t yet grasped.
That concert ignited a spark within me. The seed was planted. I remember walking out of the church feeling different, driven by a newfound determination to seek out the true meaning of Christmas and, more importantly, the essence of Christianity.
Then, on December 13th, 2021, I sought out a Christian friend and nervously asked for help accepting Jesus into my life. I sat there, tears streaming down my cheeks, overwhelmed by the gravity of this moment. I always knew that there was someone or something greater over me through my trials and journey in life. When this moment came, it felt like everything I had been searching for was finally within reach.
My friend guided me through a simple yet powerful prayer, inviting Jesus Christ into my heart as my Lord and Savior. At that moment, I felt an overwhelming sense of peace and joy over me like I had never experienced. This was not just a new beginning; it marked the start of a deeper relationship with God, allowing me to learn about His love, grace, and the transformative power of faith.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I like to start my day with the Lord by studying His Word or engaging in devotional reading. I feel His presence and the Holy Spirit surrounding me each day, whether I am on my way to work or in a quiet moment of reflection. I give thanks to the Lord every time I pause to admire His grandeur creation.
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
Isaiah 30:21
What is your prayer for this study?
I pray that through the revelations found in the prophet Isaiah and our study, we will come to understand the servant of the Lord who came to pay the ransom for our iniquities.
May this study encourage all of us to live by faith as God’s chosen daughters, recognizing that our greatest need is spiritual and can only be fulfilled by knowing Him and the one He sent.
BETH PETERSEN
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
I grew up in the Church and always thought I was a Christian, but in my early thirties the Lord opened my eyes and my heart and I realized I was a sinner and Christ died for my sins. I was so humbled and so wanted to know Him and His Word. That desire has never left me, and I thank God for His saving grace in my life.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I like to meet with the Lord each morning in my favorite chair in my study.
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
My favorite verse in Isaiah is Isaiah 41:10.
What is your prayer for this study?
My personal prayer is that God will meet me in His Word. I pray that I may know Him more clearly and deeply and that I will apply His Word and share Him with others.
My prayer for the women who attend our study is that they will grow in their knowledge of God’s Word and in their prayer life and bond more deeply with Him and with one another.
BETH PETERSEN
When did you come to a saving knowledge of Jesus?
I grew up in the Church and always thought I was a Christian, but in my early thirties the Lord opened my eyes and my heart and I realized I was a sinner and Christ died for my sins. I was so humbled and so wanted to know Him and His Word. That desire has never left me, and I thank God for His saving grace in my life.
Where do you like to meet with the Lord?
I like to meet with the Lord each morning in my favorite chair in my study.
What is your favorite Isaiah passage?
My favorite verse in Isaiah is Isaiah 41:10.
What is your prayer for this study?
My personal prayer is that God will meet me in His Word. I pray that I may know Him more clearly and deeply and that I will apply His Word and share Him with others.
My prayer for the women who attend our study is that they will grow in their knowledge of God’s Word and in their prayer life and bond more deeply with Him and with one another.
LISTEN DAY BY DAY
THROUGH OUR
ISAIAH READING PLAN
FOLLOW ALONG ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP AS ALLISON SIEGENTHALER READS THROUGH EACH DAY’S SCRIPTURE, FOLLOWING THE ISAIAH SUMMER READING PLAN.
WHO DO YOU SAY THAT I AM?
Join our study leaders on a deep dive into the main topics of our Fall 2023 study about the person and ministry of Jesus Christ: “Who Do You Say That I AM?”
STUDY OF RUTH
This conversation unpacks the historical, social, and religious times leading up to the story of Ruth and one family’s journey of redeeming love.
SUSTAINED BY THE POWER OF THE WORD
This study seeks to encourage women to consider how God’s people have been sustained by His Word from creation and will continue throughout eternity.
THE KINGDOM OF GOD
A conversation with Dr. Rita Cefalu and Dr. T. Desmond Alexander
BETH PETERSEN
Beth has been at Coral Ridge since 1969. God led her to work in ministry in 1981. Beth has a desire to see women grow closer to God and each other. She has seen the fruitfulness of this ministry grow over many years and looks forward to seeing how God continues to work through this group of women.
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by name; you are mine.” -Isaiah 43:1b