Presbyterian Women

Purpose:

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.

The members of the Presbyterian Women Circle formerly known as Hope Circle will be called by a different name this year. We will be called the Deborah Circle. The story of Deborah is found in the Old Testament book of Judges. Deborah was a strong leader and prophet. The people of Israel went to her in matters of justice. (Judges 4:5) Deborah was sure of her faith in God. She relayed God’s message to Barak to regain Canaan through battle. Barak would only agree to battle if Deborah accompanied them. Deborah went with them saying, "Charge! This very day God has given you victory over Sisera. Isn’t God marching before you?" (Judges 4:14 from The Message)

On April 1, 2006 Covenant Presbyterian Church lost a Deborah. She was also a strong leader and sure of her faith in God, willing to accompany many of us through our trials. Deb saw great value in attending circle meetings. She encouraged all women to join and share the Light of Christ with each other. Renaming our circle the Deborah Circle allows us to honor two strong women of faith. It will be a comforting reminder of all the life and energy Deb Kircher gave to our community of Presbyterian Women. We would ask that women of the church prayerfully consider joining the Deborah Circle this year. We meet the last Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Parlor. We hope to see you there!

Faith Circle meets the third Tuesday of each month at 10:30am in the Parlor. Bring a dish to share for lunch following the lesson. Janet Boshears is circle chairperson.

Deborah Circle meets the last Monday of the month at 7pm in the Parlor. Dessert is served following the lesson. Angela Hobby is circle chairperson. Please join us!

Please check the PW bulletin board in the Education Wing hallway for registration forms and details on upcoming events concerning Presbyterian Women.

Graphic: The Fellowship of the Least Coin Symbol

Presbyterian Women participate in the Fellowship of the Least Coin. Christian women around the world collect the least coins of their monetary system. Grants are given to support ecumenical projects and organizations worldwide. The Thank Offering occurs each fall. In 2004, fifty projects were funded with grants totaling $987,000. Forty six percent of these projects support health ministries throughout the world.

Spring is when the Birthday Offering is collected. Since it first began in 1922 more than $28,000,000 has been given in support of mission projects around the world.

We participate in the Santa Claus Express and Angel Ornament Gifts before Christmas. Items collected and monies sent help support the Presbyterian Homes of Georgia .

“Horizons” is published 6 times a year by Presbyterian Women. The subscription rate is $18. For further information about this publication, check out www.pcusa.org/horizons.