Small Tell City Craft Class Strengthens Community Support Networks
A paper crafting class led by Anna Sturgeon Seifert was held December 9 at BE Ministry Center in Tell City, offering residents a low cost opportunity for social connection and creative gift making. The event, limited to 12 participants and supported by BE Women’s Ministry, highlights how local faith based groups fill gaps in community programming and support public health through social cohesion.
On December 9, BE Ministry Center at 915 Jefferson Street in Tell City hosted BE Artistic, a paper crafting class led by Anna Sturgeon Seifert. The session ran from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. Central time, and attendees made two brown bag cards or small gift holders. The class asked for a suggested donation of ten dollars, provided bottled water and a snack, and was limited to twelve spots with reservations handled through the ministry’s Facebook events.
The class is part of programming offered by BE Women’s Ministry, which lists the ministry office at 915 Jefferson Street and a contact phone number of 812 610 9035. The ministry also lists an email address on its site and promotes additional upcoming offerings including retreats and registration links. In the coming weeks the ministry will host video Bible study sessions titled Who Needs Christmas on December 11 and December 18, each presented in multiple sessions and offered free of charge with four lessons each.
Small gatherings like the BE Artistic class carry significance for Perry County beyond arts and crafts. Community based programs provide opportunities for social interaction that support mental well being, reduce isolation for older adults and families, and create informal networks that can help residents access health and social services. In rural areas where transportation and limited clinic hours can restrict access to care, local faith based centers often act as hubs for connection and informal support.
At the same time, constraints such as limited class size and suggested donations can create barriers for some residents. Expanding capacity, subsidizing participation for low income households, and partnering with public health and social service agencies could help translate these gatherings into broader community health benefits. For now, residents interested in future classes or the upcoming video study sessions can contact BE Women’s Ministry at 812 610 9035 or reserve spots via the ministry’s Facebook events page.
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