The Presbyterian Women is a national women's group in all Presbyterian churches. Our purpose is to grow in our knowledge of Christ and our personal relationship with Him so that we may fulfill our Christian responsibilities in our family, our congregation, our community and throughout the world.
All women of St. Andrew's, members and visitors, are invited to join us for any event. We have Bible studies, prayer groups, all kinds of programs and activities for all ages to enjoy. These groups, some of which we call "Circles" and others by their name, meet weekly or monthly during the fall and spring, some during the day and some in the evenings. Once a month we all get together for a fun trip or a service project. Each summer in July we have a Book Study and Craft Project. We also offer a Beth Moore video series and study each summer.
Childcare is available with a three-day advance reservation.
How does one join a study or Circle? Just come to any group of your choice. To find out more about the Circles, studies, and other women's groups, see list below or contact Linda Ludwick.
This year the Council of Officers for St. Andrew's is as follows: Moderator, Linda Ludwick; Moderator Elect, Karen Matlock; Secretary, Gayle Chapman; Treasurer, Florine Carr; Historian, Beth Morgan; and approximately 12 more women who serve as committee chairs and representatives. The Council meets the first Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. to conduct the business of the organization and plan activities.
All are invited, even men, to our Special Events and Monthly Fellowship.
All women are invited to participate in one or more of the following small groups for study and fellowship.
Circles-Meet monthly January through May and September through Decemer
Tuesday Afternoon Circle: Second Tuesday at 1:30 pm in room 211. Leader: Patsy Yeager Study book: The Holy Spirit: Under the Influence. Contact: Sidair Boeker
Bayou Manor Circle: Second Thursday at 10 am at Bayou Manor. Leader: Ann Migliore Study Book: The Holy Spirit :Under the Influence. Contact: June Anderson
Thursday Evening Circle: Second Thursday at 7 pm at home of Peggy McCall Prescott. Leader: Margaret Caddy Study Book: The Holy Spirit: Under the Influence. Contact: Linda Ludwick.
Bible Studies-Meet weekly during the school year; contact each group for specifics
Monday Morning Bible Study: 10:30 am in Room 211. Contact: Betty Smith. Studying 1 John
Wednesday Morning Bible Study: 9:30 am in Room 211. Contact: Pat Bowers. Studying Mark.
Sunday Afternoon Bible Study: 4:30 pm in Room 212. Contact: Sue Chapman.
Scrapbook Ministry-Meets Monthly: Dates through May 2011 are: September 25, October 23, November 20, January 22, February 19, March 26, April 30, and May 21 from 10:00 am-4:00 pm in room 213. Contact Robin Rice for more information.
Prayer Shawl Ministry-Meets Weekly
Wednesday Afternoon Prayer Shawl: 1:00 pm in room 211. Contact: Mary Lou Horsley
Saturday Afternoon Prayer Shawl: 1:00 pm in the Red House. Contact: Natalie Zieskie
This group of committed prayer warriors is a group of women who have been meeting together for years and are committed not only to each other, but to working together for the community of faith through prayer. In lifting up the body of Christ in prayer, these women make a point to go through the church directory and pray for different members each week, throughout the week. Their prayers follow the ACTS model of prayer (hence their name), a model that encourages the believer to pray in: Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving and Supplication.
A - Adoration: Proclaiming Who God is and the attributes of His character
C - Confession: Personal cleansing/ repentance, putting on Christ's nature
T - Thanksgiving: Praise offering, remembering the works of the Lord, meditation
S - Supplication: Asking, intercession, and petitioning according to His will
Anyone who has a passion for intercession is invited to join this group of women. For meeting dates, location, and time, please contact Ann Migliore or Beth Morgan.