A Presbyterian Woman...
. . . belongs. She has chosen to be a member of the church-wide organization of Presbyterian Women, which was formed in 1988 by action of the voting representatives.
. . . is never alone. Presbyterian Women have a rich heritage, with roots in the 19th-century women’s missionary societies organized in our predecessor denominations. While women were active in mission and responsive to Christ’s call, women were not represented in Presbyterian polity until 1930, when ordination (as elder) was first allowed to women. The first female deacons and elders were elected to serve in our church in 1984.
. . . is never alone. Presbyterian Women have a rich heritage, with roots in the 19th-century women’s missionary societies organized in our predecessor denominations. While women were active in mission and responsive to Christ’s call, women were not represented in Presbyterian polity until 1930, when ordination (as elder) was first allowed to women. The first female deacons and elders were elected to serve in our church in 1984.
. . . believes in her mission. The constitution of Presbyterian Women is the constitution of the Presbyterian Church (USA), which consists of the Book of Confessions and the Book of Order.
Presbyterian Women have characteristics such as power (from the Holy Spirit), persistence (in prayer and Bible Study), peacemaking (and work for justice), creativity, circular relationships, and many other qualities that make us ideal church leaders, and participants.
Presbyterian Women have characteristics such as power (from the Holy Spirit), persistence (in prayer and Bible Study), peacemaking (and work for justice), creativity, circular relationships, and many other qualities that make us ideal church leaders, and participants.
Offerings
2023 Thank Offering of Presbyterian Women: "Above all, clothe yourselves with love" (Colossians 3:14a)
In 2023, the Creative Ministries Offering Committee of Presbyterian Women reviewed 28 Thank Offering applications and selected seven projects for funding. Six of the projects serve people in the United States and one is international. In keeping with the Thank Offering bylaws, more than 40% of the selected projects are related to health ministries.
PW Christmas Special Giving Project
Presbyterian Women traditionally support a special project during the Christmas season. This year we supported Pride 4 Parents.
Wednesdays, 6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Throughout the year, we offer regular opportunities for fellowship, growth, and study! ‘Early Birds’, a weekly all men’s breakfast, is a great way to stay connected throughout the year!
Early Birds began as a Lenten devotional group for men in 1958, led by Dr. Al Edwards. The men enjoyed the breakfast, fellowship and devotional talks so much that they kept the meeting going!
Early Birds began as a Lenten devotional group for men in 1958, led by Dr. Al Edwards. The men enjoyed the breakfast, fellowship and devotional talks so much that they kept the meeting going!
The Earliest Birds are eating by 6:30 a.m. and the food line is open until about 7:15 a.m. At about 7:30 a.m., a Pastor, an Early Bird or guest speaker shares an encouraging 20-minute talk. By 8:00 a.m., the flock is dispersed, with full bellies and hearts.
Our Early Birds come from churches of every denomination, all across Raleigh! It has been a great opportunity to support missions' efforts right here in Raleigh, as well as in Haiti and Bolivia!
Our Early Birds come from churches of every denomination, all across Raleigh! It has been a great opportunity to support missions' efforts right here in Raleigh, as well as in Haiti and Bolivia!
