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 (USA) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom. |

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More than 2,500 Presbyterian women (and a few men) attended Presbyterian Women’s Churchwide Gathering in Louisville, July 11–15. Exploring the theme “God will do wonders among you,” Click the link for more information - www.pcusa.org/pwgathering/2009/stories/09highlights.htm |
PCUSA website info for Presbyterian Women: http://gamc.pcusa.org/ministries/pw/ |
PW’s Circle Bible Study 2011-2012 PW's new Bible study books are now in the office. The cost is $9. If you've never joined a PW Bible study - come visit; check one out. They meet the 3rd Wednesday -morning, noon and evening. Watch the Weekly Tidings and Tidings for more information. This is a great resource for our study on the Beatitudes. You will find a link on the lower right side of the Horizon's web page titled "Blogging the Beatitudes" which is excellent. What a wonderful resource to have throughout the year. http://horizons.pcusa.org/bible.htm |
| Market Day - Thank You! PW would like to thank everyone who supported our Market Day orders this summer. We were able to raise funds for our missions and most importantly donate much needed food items to WINGS. We’ll see you next summer when we will again offer Market Day. |
CHRUCHWIDE GATHERING Churchwide Gathering at Gaylord Palms, Orlando, FL, July 18-22, 2012. Think about attending this wonderful event of PW Worldwide. You have never experienced a worship service until you praise God with 3,500 Presbyterian women!. This four and a half day event offers wonderful seminars, workshops, speakers, and so much more, all designed 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 (USA) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom.” Some scholarship money is available. The event is $440 plus room and transportation. We have four women who are planning to go and would love to have a bigger group attend. Contact Lisa Taylor for more information - ltaylor507@sbcglobal.net |
PW 2012 Weekend Retreat To the women of the Presbyterian Church of Palatine: PW extends an invitation to you and your women friends to join us on March 23 – 25, at St Mary’s of the Lake in Mundelein, IL for a weekend of scripture, study, reflection, fellowship, and growing a stronger relationship with Jesus Christ. Watch for more details on PCoP’s website and in the weekly bulletin and next month’s Tidings. If you have any questions, contact Barbara Churchill, Judy Lundeen or Lisa Taylor at ltaylor507@sbcglobal.net |
PW Gathering Dinner and a Chick Flick PW invites you to our February Gathering on February 12, Sunday at 5:00pm. We will meet at a church, eat then watch The Help. Each person will bring a dish to share. There will be a sign-up sheet in the foyer where you’ll get information on what you can bring. If you have any questions, contact Coleen Benzo (847.705.7479). Please join us for this wonderful evening of fellowship, food, and faith. |
