THE Living Hope Community Church's women's ministry GEMS has announced the line up for its fifth annual Mosaic conference.

The theme of the event is Eternally Yours and it will take place at the Villa Marina, Douglas, on Friday, November 12 and Saturday, November 13.

The event's special guest speaker is Charlotte Gambill, senior associate pastor at Abundant Life Church, Bradford. 

The organisers said: "Charlotte is passionate about God's house and unlocking people's potential so that they can connect with the reason they are on the planet.

"Her humour, enthusiasm and love for life is infectious.

"Charlotte is director of the Cherish Conference and Cherish Foundation and is the author of several books, her latest book is called 'In Her Shoes'.

"She is also an advocate for Compassion UK on behalf of children around the world.  She is married to Steve and they have a daughter, Hope Cherish and a son, Noah Brave."

GEMS ministry leader Helen Edwards said: "We're thrilled to have Charlotte join us at Mosaic.

"She is an inspiration and we can't wait to welcome her to the Isle of Man.

"Following on from the event's growing numbers, we're also pleased to have been able to secure the Villa Marina for our venue. 

"The added capacity means we can have over 500 women attend. This year's conference is set to be bigger and better than ever and we have lots planned including fundraising for Manx based community projects."

Helen added: "The name Mosaic comes from the fact that we're each part of God's Mosaic, all different but creatively brought together to make something beautiful.

"I am certain this year it is going to be a significant time for each of us and I want to encourage everyone to come, bring a friend and be part of what we hope will be a life changing experience.

"We want to invite all the Island's women to join us in what is set to be a weekend full of fun, friendship and most importantly purpose."

More information about GEMS can be found on the Living Hope Community Church website at: www.livinghope.im

Tickets for the event cost £40 with concessions of £25 for students and the over 60s and can be ordered on the Living Hope Community Church website.

Attendants are encouraged to register no later than October 31.

Anyone who would like to support the Living Hope Community Church GEMS team and the Mosaic conference should email: gems@livinghope.im