Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Letter to the Women in the Churches of the Presbytery of the Mississippi Valley

 






 
 


September 17, 2015
 
Hello, Dear Sisters and Sister Churches!
 
It is with great joy and gratitude in my heart that I am writing to you today, to share good news and invite you to be a part of something FRESH and NEW in the very near future!
 
With the approaching change of seasons, we are approaching a new season in women’s ministry in the Presbytery of the Mississippi Valley!  In recent years, we have seen many changes in organized women’s ministry in our local churches, and in the PCA nationwide.  Amidst these changes, many women have served on the Women’s Ministry Team for our presbytery, reaching out to connect with women in these 50 churches. 
 
Hebrews 10:23-25 says “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful.  And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.  Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”
 
We are so thankful that God continues to lead, encourage, and build His Church!  Yes, He is faithful!  Our Team members continue to meet monthly to pray for you and share updates from the local churches.  We call and meet with local women’s ministry teams and leaders, and visit with large and small groups of women.  We discuss ideas to help revitalize the women’s ministry in our presbytery.  We want you to know that as we have gotten in touch, we have listened to you and heard your hearts.  Please be encouraged and know that you are not alone!  Many of you have expressed a desire to get together with women from sister churches, to share helpful ideas and resources, learn from each other, ask questions, and encourage and connect with each other. 
 
Therefore, we are pleased to invite you to the first…
 
 
 



 
 “Coffee & Connection”
 
Saturday morning, November 7, 2015
 
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
 
Brandon Presbyterian Church (in the fellowship hall)
209 S. College St., Brandon, MS  39042
 
 
 
 Please come and gather around the table with women from our sister churches!  This will be a casual and fun time to learn and share ideas with one another.  Enjoy a cup of coffee and great conversation!  Take time to catch up with each other.  Hear some encouraging stories. 
 
We will have light snacks, good news and plenty of smiles to share… all we need is YOU!
 
There is NO charge, NO need to pre-register, NO need to bring anything… except the women from your church!  Feel free to wear your jeans, and come on over!  We will see you soon!






With Much Love in Christ,
 
Shelli Robison
 
Women’s Ministry Team Leader, Serving the Presbytery of the Mississippi Valley
Call or text me at anytime!  601-506-2782
 
P.S. Please share this invitation and the poster & bulletin insert with ladies in your church!
 
 
 


 
              We are praying for you!                        
 
 
 

Monday, September 21, 2015



To ALL the ladies
in the Churches of the Mississippi Valley Presbytery!
 
We are pleased to invite you to the first…
 
 
 “Coffee & Connection”
 
Saturday morning, November 7, 2015
 
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
 
Brandon Presbyterian Church (in the fellowship hall)
209 S. College St., Brandon, MS  39042
 
Please come and gather around the table with women from our sister churches!  This will be a casual and fun time to learn and share ideas with one another.  Enjoy a cup of coffee and great conversation!  Take time to catch up with each other.  Hear some encouraging stories.   
 
We will have light snacks, good news and plenty of smiles to share… all we need is YOU! 
 
There is NO charge, NO need to pre-register, NO need to bring anything… except the women from your church!  Feel free to wear your jeans, and come on over! 
 
Join our “MS Valley Women’s Ministry” Facebook group to learn more!
Not on Facebook?  Look here!   www.msvalleywomensministry.blogspot.com
 
 
We look forward to seeing you soon!
The Women’s Ministry Team Serving the Presbytery of the Mississippi Valley

Saturday, August 1, 2015

SAVE the DATES, Ladies!

January 22-23, 2016

Friday evening, Jan. 22
Saturday morning-afternoon January 23

Highlands Presbyterian Church
is inviting all women of the Mississippi Valley Churches
to a Women's Ministry Training Conference!

This will be a wonderful time together!

More details will be posted later...

For now, MARK YOUR CALENDARS!  :)

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

2015 Women's Leadership Training is coming up soon!

Ladies...It's time to get ready for LEADERSHIP TRAINING!  This is a wonderful time of learning, encouragement and worship with gifted PCA women from across the nation.

Follow this link to learn more about the 2015 PCA Women's Ministry Leadership Training Conference in Atlanta!  http://www.pcacep.org/LT-2015/

You might want to check it out SOON!  Early registration ends Monday, January 19th... 

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Come and be encouraged by Jane Patete, and enjoy coffee, dessert and fellowship with women at Redeemer!
Thursday evening Oct. 23 – Jane Patete will be speaking at Redeemer Church, Jackson.  Jane is the former Director of Ministry to Women in the PCA.  Speaking event “The God of Hope” begins at 6:30 p.m.  Redeemer Church, 640 E Northside Dr, Jackson, MS 39206.  For more information, contact Monica Fisher cellphone/text:  601-757-6577 or email: monicafisher2012@gmail.com.  There is no cost or reservation for this evening.  Please come and bring a friend!

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Fall, 2014 Upcoming Women's Ministry Events

Fall, 2014 UPCOMING Women's Ministry EVENTS in the MS Valley



More posts will be added to this site as we receive further details of events.



These events are being offered by PCA churches in the MS Valley, inviting ALL women in the sister churches of the MS Valley Presbytery to attend and enjoy times of worship and fellowship with one another:



Saturday morning Sept. 27 - Westminster Pres. in Vicksburg “Mugs and Muffins” 9:30 a.m.  (This is a reminder for those of you who already signed up.  It will be a wonderful time of fellowship with the Westminster women!)  (See previous post on this site!)


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Sunday morning, Sept. 28 – Bethesda Presbyterian Church 186th Annual Homecoming and Dinner on the Grounds  Worship service begins at 11:00 a.m.  You are invited to join the people of Edwards in celebrating the rich history of God’s mercy and goodness to so many who have been blessed through the ministry of this church through the years. (For more information or assistance, contact Mr. M.J. Hubbard 601-638-4951.)  The church is located south of Edwards on Cannada Cross Road which is found seven miles down Middle Road.  Turn right on Cannada Cross and go 300 yards past the church cemetery and you will see the church on the right.


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Tuesday evening Oct. 7 – Lakeland Presbyterian Church Women’s Fall Dinner Event with speaker Diane Carroll

Tickets:  $5 each.  Childcare provided upon request.  Tickets are available in the foyers of the church or at the church office:  601.992.2448

5:30 Catered Meal in the Family Life Center

Guest Speaker Diane Carroll at 6:45 pm



Diane Sartelle Carroll’s former company, Sartelle’s of Yazoo City, offered discriminating and specialized floral designs.  Featured in Mississippi Magazine and Delta Magazine, she has decorated the Mississippi Governor’s Mansion for Christmas and for the visit of President George W. Bush to Mississippi in 2003.  Diane will demonstrate for us how to create beautiful fall floral designs while she shares an incredible testimony of God’s faithfulness in the midst of tragedy.  You will not want to miss this! 

Reservation Deadline: Friday, October 3 – Invite a friend to come with you Tuesday night!  


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Tuesday, Oct. 14 – This is not a PCA event, but some PCA women are involved and want to let you know about it!  The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary is holding their 35th Annual fundraiser in downtown Vicksburg 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.  at Crawford Street United Methodist Church.  Soup & sandwiches, bake sale, silent auction.  Tickets are $8.00 and will NOT be sold at the door, but can be reserved in advance, by Monday, Oct. 13 with Judy Monroe cellphone/text: 601-831-4459.  She will hold tickets for you to pay that day.  They hope to serve lunch to 700 and raise at least $10,000 to use for community service needs.  Please come out to enjoy the day and help the community of Vicksburg!


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Tuesday, Oct. 21 Women’s Ministry Fall Luncheon “The God of Hope” w/ speaker Jane Patete, the former Director of Ministry to Women in the PCA.  First Pres. Church, Jackson.  1390 N State St, Jackson, MS 39202 (601) 353-8316 Miller Hall 11:30 – 1:00.  Cost is $6 at the door. Cash or check only.  Make reservations by 10/15 by sending email to:  receptionist@fpcjackson.org


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Thursday evening Oct. 23 – Jane Patete will be speaking at Redeemer Church, Jackson.  Jane is the former Director of Ministry to Women in the PCA.  Speaking event “The God of Hope” begins at 6:30 p.m.  Redeemer Church, 640 E Northside Dr, Jackson, MS 39206.  For more information, contact Monica Fisher cellphone/text:  601-757-6577 or email: monicafisher2012@gmail.com

Friday, September 12, 2014

Westminster Pres. "Mugs and Muffins"


The Women's Ministry of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Vicksburg will have their fall meeting on Saturday, September 27 beginning at 9:30 in the Church Parlor. 


Ladies of all churches in the MS Valley Presbytery: YOU are invited to enjoy our morning of "Mugs and Muffins" with a light brunch of coffee, juice and muffins followed by a meeting featuring several speakers. 



The speakers will talk about the Center for Pregnancy Choices in Vicksburg, Operation Christmas Child and the Shoebox Christmas Project, the House of Hope in Grace, MS and how to be a mentor and prayer partner with other women in the church. 



A short business meeting will follow the speakers at which time we will elect a Westminster Women’s Ministry President and Secretary for the next two years, adopt a 2015 budget and entertain any other issues that need to be discussed. 



If you are not a member of our Westminster family, please let us know that you are planning to attend so that we will be able to provide appropriate brunch items and a room to accommodate everyone to hear our speakers.



Email: judy.monroe@att.net or text or call 601-831-4459 or the church office, 601-636-4292.



Westminster Presbyterian Church

3601 Halls Ferry Road

Vicksburg, MS 39180