Every woman at First Presbyterian Church is a member of the Women in the Church (WIC) and is invited to participate in activities, services, studies, and ministries provided especially for women.
The WIC sponsors programs with outstanding speakers and teachers who challenge women in their spiritual growth and offers many opportunities for service and mission in which women are invited to use their gifts to serve, support, and care for the body of Christ and our community.
Women’s Ministry Newsletter
Bible Studies
Welcome! Please click a tab to learn more about each of our Women’s Bible Studies.
MOMS is a Bible study for expectant moms, those who hope to become moms, and those whose youngest child is in the sixth grade or below. We have two options – one meeting every Wednesday morning and one meeting two Tuesday nights each month during the school year. A nursery for ages three and under and homeschool room/childcare for children ages twelve and under are available, but space is limited.
MOMS Bible Study
Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m., Miller Hall
Beginning September 9
The themes of the book of Exodus are seen throughout scripture: God’s covenant, His faithfulness, His divine sovereignty, and His redemption through sacrifice, to name a few. Scholars tell us that the story of the exodus shapes our understanding of the rest of the bible. Join us for an in-depth study of chapters 1-18 of the Book of Exodus as we take a look at the familiar stories of the bondage of the people and their deliverer Moses. Israel’s story is our story because the same God who delivered Israel from their slavery in Egypt is the One who delivers us from our bondage to the pharaohs of this world. Like the Israelites, we too are promised a new and better land to come where we will worship the great I AM and be in His presence forever.
MOMS is a Bible study for expectant moms, those who hope to become moms, and those whose youngest child is in the sixth grade or below. We have two options – one meeting every Wednesday morning and one meeting two Tuesday nights each month during the school year. A nursery for ages three and under and homeschool room/childcare for children ages twelve and under are available, but space is limited.
MOMS at NightBible Study
Every Other Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., Miller Hall
The themes of the book of Exodus are seen throughout scripture: God’s covenant, His faithfulness, His divine sovereignty, and His redemption through sacrifice, to name a few. Scholars tell us that the story of the exodus shapes our understanding of the rest of the bible. Join us for an in-depth study of chapters 1-18 of the Book of Exodus as we take a look at the familiar stories of the bondage of the people and their deliverer Moses. Israel’s story is our story because the same God who delivered Israel from their slavery in Egypt is the One who delivers us from our bondage to the pharaohs of this world. Like the Israelites, we too are promised a new and better land to come where we will worship the great I AM and be in His presence forever.
- September 15
- September 29
- October 13
- October 27
- November 10
- December 1
- January 19
- February 2
- February 16
- March 2
- March 15
- March 30
Revelation: Hope, Perseverance, Worship
Thursdays: 9:15 – 11 a.m. (beginning September 17)
Teachers: Melissa Abraham, Helen Lewis, and Ella Payne
Format: Small Groups and Large Group Lecture
Many Bible readers struggle to understand the book of Revelation, but it was written to reveal – not to hide and confuse. It reveals the sovereign reign of Jesus Christ over all history and His ultimate victory over sin, Satan, and every earthly power.Written to encourage the church, it assures believers that God faithfully preserves His people according to His eternal decree.Join us as we study how we can livein hope of Christ’s glorious return.
Genesis: The Beginning of the Gospel
Thursdays: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. (beginning September 17)
Teacher: Laura Husband
Format: Large Group Lecture
Contact: Alice Patterson, 601-906-6755 or alipatte@gmail.com
Genesis is not, as some Christians believe, just a strange foreshadowing of Christian truth; it is the very foundation of the faith on which the truth taught in the rest of the Bible is built. One author has written, “almost every important church doctrine is found in ‘seed’ form in the Book of Genesis.” The Book of Genesis is the beginning of the story of history, not just the history of the world, but our history as Christians. It causes us to marvel at the majesty of God in His creative power, in His loving mercy and faithfulness, in His judgment, and in His life-giving hope. It traces His covenant promise of a Redeemer from the Seed of the Woman, and how God preserved that seed through thousands of years of sin and rebellion against Him. Genesis is the beginning of the gospel – the story of the Bible. It shows us again and again that God is the Sovereign King of this world, and His plan of redemption will not fail.
What is a Circle Bible Study?
Circles are groups of women who meet the second week of each month (September-May); the days, times, and locations vary. See the listing of Circles below and join one that meets at a time and location convenient to you! Some meet in homes, and some meet at the church. A nursery can be provided for those that meet at the church. Circles meet for Bible study, prayer, fellowship, and to learn of opportunities for service within our church. Circles actively support missionaries and are involved in the lives of our Golden Circle members, as well as helping with Women’s Ministry programs throughout the year.
How do I Join a Circle?
If you are already in a Circle, you will automatically be in it next year unless you contact us and let us know you’d like to change. If you’re new to Circles, just decide which Circle you would like to join. View our circle list below.
How Can I Register?
If you are already a member of a Circle, there is no need to register. If you are interested in joining a circle, please email Lisa Oswalt call 769-333-5802.
Hosea: Loved, Pursued, Restored
What does God’s love look like when His people wander, struggle, and fail? In our study of Hosea, we will explore a beautiful picture of God’s steadfast love. We will see a holy God who remains faithful to His promises even when His people are unfaithful to Him. As we study God’s sovereign grace, covenant faithfulness, and redeeming love, we will see that God’s love is not based on human worthiness but, instead, flows from His unchanging character and eternal purposes. We will see both the depth of our need and the greater depth of God’s mercy—a love ultimately revealed in Jesus Christ.
If you are already a member of a Circle, there is no need to register. If you are interested in joining a circle, please email Lisa Oswalt.
Schedule
September 14-15
October 12-13
November 9-10
December 14-15
January 11-12
February 8-9
March 8-9
April 12-13
May 10-11
Circle 2: Monday at 10 a.m. (Homes)
Chairman: Janie Clarke
Bible Teacher: Susan Uithoven
Circle 3: Monday at 9:30 a.m. (Westminster Hall 204)
Chairman: Amanda Hohm
Bible Teacher: Christine Gilbert
Circle 4: Monday at 10 a.m. (Parlor)
Chairman: Anne Wilkins
Bible Teacher: Ruth Smith
Circle 5: Monday at 10 a.m. (Homes)
Chairman: Lucia Jones
Bible Teacher: Mary Ball
Circle 6: Monday at 6:30 p.m. (Homes)
Chairman: Kristine McGee
Bible Teacher: Donna Dobbs
Circle 7: Tuesday at 10 a.m. (Homes)
Chairman: Kathryn Cotten
Bible Teacher: Rose Ohnstad / Anneke Fesko
Circle 8: Monday at 9:30 a.m. (The Orchard)
Chairman: Jan Wade
Bible Teacher: various
Circle 9: Tuesday at 10 a.m. (Parlor)
Chairman: Emily Dear
Bible Teacher: Helen Ferguson
Circle 12: Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. (St. Catherine’s Village – Marian Hall)
Chairmen: Nina Johnston and Jan Elkin
Bible Teacher: Libba Frey
Circle 14: Monday at 12 p.m. (Miller Hall)
Chairmen: Susan Turner, Fran Askew, and Ruby Ann Walsh
Bible Teacher: Tracy Ford
For questions or to register for any of these circles, contact the Women & Children’s Ministry Department or call 769-333-5802.
