10 Icebreakers to Kick Off Your LWML Meeting

Starting an LWML meeting doesn’t have to feel formal or stiff. A good icebreaker sets the tone for fellowship, laughter, and connection—reminding us that our work together is always rooted in Christian friendship and joy. Whether your group is brand new or has been meeting for decades, these ideas will help women feel comfortable, energized, and ready to serve the Lord with gladness.

Here are 10 fun icebreakers perfect for your next LWML meeting:

On pieces or paper, each woman shares on two true facts about herself and then a favorite psalm or Bible verse, and the papers are put into a basket or bowl. The group then guesses which psalm or verse belongs to her.

Hand out bingo sheets with common (and quirky!) purse items listed. The first to cross off five wins. You’ll be surprised at what shows up in handbags!

Instead of just writing a name, ask each woman to draw a simple doodle or symbol that represents something she loves. Then share the story behind it.

Go around and have each person share a mission or service project they’ve been involved with—or one they’d love to do someday.

Write halves of well-known Bible verses on slips of paper. Hand them out randomly and have women walk around to find their match.

Pair women up for 2 minutes each to answer a fun faith question (e.g., “What hymn always makes you smile?”). Then rotate!

Ask each person to share the meaning of her first name or who she was named after. Connect it to how God calls us by name.

Create a short quiz with fun facts about LWML history or mission grants. Small prizes (like chocolate or a bookmark) make it extra fun.

Ask members to bring a favorite photo (printed or on their phone) that makes them thankful. Go around and share why.

Write everyone’s name on slips of paper. Have each person draw one to be her “secret prayer partner” until the next meeting.

Icebreakers aren’t just silly games—they create space for laughter, belonging, and sisterhood. When we start meetings with joy, it reminds us that Christ Himself gathers us in community, and we can carry that spirit of connection into our mission work.

So next time you meet, try one of these fun ideas—and watch how it brings warmth and energy to the room!