First United Presbyterian Church of Belleville, IL

News and announcements at First United Presbyterian Church of Belleville

Presbyterian Women

All women of First United are invited and encouraged to participate in regular monthly Gatherings, circle meeting /files/Learn and Connect images/pw1.jpg s, special events, and fund raisers. Presbyterian Women are dedicated to the mission of the Presbyterian Women of the Presbytery of Giddings-Lovejoy:

"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 (U.S.A.) and witnesses to the promise of God's Kingdom."

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN’S GATHERINGS

2010-2011

All women are invited to attend Gatherings, the monthly meetings of Presbyterian Women. At each Gathering, a meal and fellowship are shared and a program presented. See the schedule below for details. Reservations can be made through Circles, by calling the church office (233-0295), or by emailing the Office Administrator, Gail Rothwell.

September 3 – 11:30 am, Eversull Hall

Luncheon, $3, Hostess Circle: PWCT
Program: "Violence Prevention" by Debbie Mize

October 1 – Retreat to be led by Rev. Alex Hendrickson

King's House in Belleville
9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Deadline to register is Friday, September 17. Payment of $12 needs to accompany your registration. Lunch is included in the cost. Registrations will be accepted at the September Gathering. Look for additional details in the Sunday worship bulletins.
Bakeless Bake Sale Month

November 5 – 11:30 am, Eversull Hall

Luncheon, $3, Hostess Circle: Hannah
Program: All-Circle Silent Auction
Collection & Dedication of the Thank Offering
Cap & Mitten Tree Month

December 3 – 11:30 am, Eversull Hall

Luncheon, $3, Hostess Circle: Lamplighters
Program: "Harmony Express"

January 7 – 11:30 am, Eversull Hall

Luncheon, $3, Hostess Circle: Lydia

Program: "Safety & Self Defense" by Sheriff Mearl J. Justus

Celebration of Giving Pledge Service

February 4 – 11:30 am, Eversull Hall

Luncheon, $3, Hostess Circle: Hannah
Program: “American Women” by Bob Cook
Collection and Dedication of the Fellowship of the Least Coin Offering

March 4 – 11:30 am, Eversull Hall

Luncheon, $3, Hostess Circle: Lamplighters
Program: "Ethiopia" by Rev. Alex Hendrickson
Cents-ability Dedication
March 19 – Rummage Sale

April 1 – 11:30 am, Eversull Hall

Luncheon, $3, Hostess Circle: Lydia
Program: "Floral Design" by Debbie Donze
Election of Officers
Collection & Dedication of Birthday Offering
April 9 – Salad Luncheon & Book Review with Shirley Samples

May 6 – 11:30 am, Eversull Hall

Appetizer Potluck Luncheon, $1, Hostess: PWCT
Installation of Officers
May 8 – Celebrating the Gifts of Women Sunday

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN’S CIRCLES

A circle is a small group of women who meet monthly. In each circle, faith is nurtured and growth takes place through worship, Bible study, fellowship and outreach. There are four circles which meet at different times and days. These circles are open to all women.

Contact: Molly Unterbrink, PW Moderator

Lydia Circle

1^st Wednesday

7:30 pm

Conference Room

Bible Study for 2010-2011

Journeys Through Revelation: Apocalyptic Hope for Today by Barbara Rossing

Lamplighters Circle

3^rd Tuesday

1:00 pm

Library

Bible Study for 2010-2011

Just Eating? Practicing Our Faith at the Table by Program Partners: Advocate Health Care,

Church World Service, and Presbyterian Hunger Program of the PC(USA)

Hannah Circle

3^rd Wednesday

11:30 am

Eversull Hall

Bible Study for 2010-2011

Journeys Through Revelation: Apocalyptic Hope for Today by Barbara Rossing

MaryMartha Circle

2^nd Friday

7:00 pm

Conference Room

This year’s study book has not yet been selected.