Ministries for Women
Women's Bible Study
An all-ages group meets at the church at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday mornings year-round, with new studies starting in summer, fall, and the new year. The current study, Covenant Communities, started February 25--it's not too late to join. Questions? Please contact Kay McMillan, 828-0181.
Presbyterian Women
One group of Presbyterian Women meets at the church on the first Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m. The other group meets in homes on the first Wednesday evening of each month at 7:00 p.m. during the school year. Women of all ages are welcome to join at any time. Contact Connie Krelle at 856-1373 for information on the Monday morning group, and Mary Bejcek at 821-7446 for information on the Wednesday group. The Monday group will meet next on April 5. The evening circle will meet on April 7.
Wednesday Night Women's Study
This group meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month at SPC, at 6:30 p.m. The group has started a Cynthia Heald Bible study, but it is not too late to join. The book, Becoming a Woman of Excellence, seeks God's perspective on success in a society that bombards us with conflicting demands. The group meets at SPC on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Please call Jane Matheu, 771-2474, matheu@me.com.
Young Adult Women's Bible Study
The Young Adult Women are studying Philip Yancey's What's So Amazing About Grace? Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., in the Upper Room. Contact Karina Bell at 293-3783.
Advent by Candlelight
Presbyterian Women sponsor an Advent Event in early December. This event combines music, devotions, fellowship, and dessert and is extremely popular.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
We have people who knit and crochet prayer shawls for those needing God’s comfort and support during difficult times. (This ministry is not limited to women, but it is listed here because women more often are interested in such projects.) Contact Karen McCullough at 821-8511 for information on how to become involved, or if you know someone who could benefit from a shawl. This ministry also needs monetary contributions to buy supplies. One group meets on the first Wednesday each month in the church prayer room at 9:30 a.m. An evening group meets on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. No experience is needed—instruction and assistance are available.
This ministry has expanded its "volunteer giving" to making baby blankets and newborn baby caps for local new-mother charities, as well as providing shawls for hospice patients. Beginning knitters/crocheters as well as experienced crafters are encouraged to join either group. There are many new patterns and ideas available to inspire you. Volunteers continue to make prayer shawls to keep up the supply, and they encourage all to share shawls with those who need a special expression of God's love at a difficult time.
Quilting Ministry
Our Children's Ministries team presents babies with quilts when they are baptized, and we need more quilters. If you would like to be a part of this ministry, please contact Lorna Loeffler, 856-5040 x115. The group meets at SPC on the second and fourth Monday each month at 9:30 a.m.