The Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian church is a very active part of our church's ministry. Five circles meet monthly for prayer, support and Bible study. Monthly Gatherings are scheduled for business and fellowship that sometimes include guest speakers, music groups and other programs. Child care is provided at all functions.

The Presbyterian Women have a strong emphasis on service. PW provides financial support for projects, but also give of their time and talents. Projects include making desserts for Jackson's Soup Kitchen, dressing dolls for needy children at Christmas, and working for an annual Mission Day where a variety of projects are completed for both local and international concerns.

Click here to see a list of all Gatherings, meetings and events.

PURPOSE OF PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN

Forgiven and freed by God in Jesus Christ,
And empowered by the Holy Spirit,
We commit ourselves:
To nurture our faith through prayer and Bible study,
To support the mission of the church worldwide,
To work for justice and peace,
And to build an inclusive, caring community of women
That strengthens the Presbyterian Church (USA),
And witnesses to the promise of God's kingdom.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PW GOALS FOR 2007 - 2008

1. Faithfully study God's word together and individually, by increasing our knowledge as we study together, "Above and Beyond: Hearing God's Call in Jonah and Ruth".
   
2. Provide care to each member of the First Presbyterian Church (especially those who have no other family or church support) in times of distress, illness, hospitalization, or bereavement through the FPC Prayer Chain, Hospitality Committee and individual women's circles.
   
3. Provide assistance to meet community needs by providing cakes to the Soup Kitchen and providing meals to homebound members on Mission Day.
   
4. Be faithful, caring, supportive and nurturing to the needs of all women of our church family by encouraging new members and inactive members to join a circle, attend a gathering or assist with a mission project.
   
5. Continue the support of our House Committee and the work that it does in the upkeep of Memorial Hall.