Presbyterian Women (PW) does a lot to enrich our experiences at the church.  We nurture faith, build community, support mission, and bring hope to those around us.

When I first joined PW, as a new member at the church in my early 20s.  I was immediately welcomed and made to feel right at home.  These women have been my mentors and friends ever since.  Sometimes, going to circle is hard for me because of my schedule, but I find that every time I go, I never regret it.  I am fed by the knowledge of the group and the love we share together.  My prayer is that you all will join me this year. 

At our Circles, we socialize, share news from near and far, and spend time learning about the bible through writings and discussion.  I especially like hearing different perspectives from the others in the group.  Nobody’s life is just like mine and we all bring different experiences and lessons with us.  I always learn something.

This year’s study is “Into the Light: Finding Hope Through Prayers of Lament.”  Currently, we have three PW Circles that meet every 4th Thursday of the month.  We will be meeting through Zoom (an online meeting place).  We hope that you can find a time that fits your schedule.  The schedule is located on the back of this letter.

Many women find that even though they want to attend a circle, their schedules don’t allow it.  Please see the attached page to find a task that you could do that would take a minimal time commitment.  Many women find that this is a way to participate even though they can’t commit to a circle.  Please return your completed attached page to the church office in care of Presbyterian Women.  Each small act of kindness or service is greatly appreciated.

If you wish to support our with with a financial donation, it can be sent to our treasurer, Carol Penka, in ℅ First Presbyterian Church, 302 W. Church, Champaign, IL 61820.  Thank you.

Above all, we could use your prayers.  Sometimes, that is all we can do.  There may be a number of reasons we can’t commit to a task or showing up to a meeting, but we can pray.  Your prayers mean the world to us.  Please pray for PW to be effective at enriching lives, nurturing faith, building community, supporting mission, and bringing hope to others.  

*Pssst…. men can pray for us too.  

I look forward to seeing you soon.

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