Adult
Ministry
Opportunities
Sundays
ADULT BIBLE STUDY
During Fall 2020, this group will meet Sunday nights at 7:00 p.m. over Zoom.
This ongoing Bible Study class is open to anyone who is looking for an opportunity to grow in their understanding of what the Scriptures teach concerning God, our faith and how we are to live.
Contact: Bob Atchinson (batchinson@aol.com)
CHRISTIAN FAITH & ISSUES
10:30am - Room 209,
This group features discussion of local, national, and world events and issues, and how we can respond from our Christian faith perspective. The first Sunday of the month is typically Current Events discussion. Please join us to be informed, inspired and challenged. If you wish to be added to the CFI email list, please contact Dan Campbell.
Contact: Dan Campbell (campbelldt@verizon.net)
(During Fall 2020, this group will meet periodically online. Contact Dan Campbell (email above) to be added to the email list to receive meeting dates and information.)
Weekdays
During Fall 2020, all of these groups will be meeting online. Contact the group leader for Zoom meeting room information.
SPIRITUAL CONNECTIONS FOR WOMEN
This book study group meets bi-monthly from March – December
2nd & 4th Mondays 6:30-8:00pm - Room 210
Book study: The Time Is Now by Sister Joan Chittister
Contact: Ellen Endslow (eendslow@verizon.net)
MEN’S BIBLE/BOOK STUDY
Tuesdays 5:30–7:30pm - Room 217
Contact: Gordon Leidy (gkhleidy@aol.com)
MEN’S BIBLE/BOOK STUDY
Wednesdays 6:30am - Room 210
Contact: Jim Serum (jwserum@verizon.net)
BRIDGE ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Book study: Sermon on the Mount: A Beginner's Guide to the Kingdom of Heaven by Amy-Jill Levine
Contact: Sara Pantazes (spantazes@firstpreswc.com)
WOMEN’S BOOK STUDY
Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30pm, October 7 - November 11
Book study: Jesus: The God Who Knows Your Name by Max Lucado
Contact: Elizabeth Hess (ehess@firstpreswc.com)
MEN’S BIBLE/BOOK STUDY
Thursdays 7:00–9:00 pm - Room 209
Contact: Phil Heaver (fivormor59@aol.com)
Presbyterian Women's Circles
Gathering for Bible Study, Fellowship, and Mission Outreach.
FAITH CIRCLE
3rd Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:30pm (Member homes)
Fellowship and Service oriented: light meal, dessert & fellowship; serves monthly by taking on a small project in the church or local community
Contact: Nancy Ohms (nmohms@verizon.net)
GRACE CIRCLE
2nd Mondays 1:00 – 3:00pm (Member homes)
Contact: Vicki Gansner (gansner@comcast.net)
PEACE CIRCLE
2nd Tuesdays 7:00 – 9:00pm (Member homes)
Bible study: Into the Light: Finding Hope through Prayers of Lament, by P. Lynn Miller
Contact: Barbara and Amy Lidle (barbara_lidle@yahoo.com)
PRAISE CIRCLE
2nd Wednesdays 9:30am – 12:00pm (Member homes)
Book study: Box of Butterflies, by Rona Downey
Contact: Lynne Carter (lscjrc@aol.com) or Judy Mackleer (judymackleer@verizon.net)
HOPE CIRCLE
2nd Thursdays 9:15 – 11:00am - Room 210
Bible Study: Into the Light: Finding Hope through Prayers of Lament, by P. Lynn Miller
Contact: Becky Gamble (sandbgamble@comcast.net) or Gail Turner (gail.turner228@gmail.com)
Service Groups
FIRST CREW (Days/times vary)
Men and women of all ages are invited to join this group that periodically roles up its sleeves to tackle building and service projects. We have worked on building repairs and refurbishments by partnering with Good Works, West Chester, Habitat for Humanity, World Impact in Chester, Fredrick Douglas Christian School, and The Village (formerly Presbyterian Children’s Village). We also partner with Act in Faith of Greater West Chester. Not every project involves a hammer and nails. Watch the bulletin for information on upcoming projects!
Contact: Jim Serum (jwserum@verizon.net)
SWEET DREAMS
Providing quilts for babies baptized at First Pres, and pillowcases for pediatric department at Chester County Hospital
Fridays 1:00–4:30pm (Quilting Room)
Contact: Nancy Ohms (nmohms@verizon.net)
SEW MANY BLESSINGS
Make prayer shawls and comfort quilts for members of the congregation and community
Wednesday Mornings (Quilting Room)
Contact: Sharon Shone (shonesharon@gmail.com)
AGAPE (Ah-GAH-pay) TEAM
Hospital visitation & grief support for members of the First Pres family
Contact: Ellen Landis (elandis60@gmail.com) or Judy Mackleer (judymackleer@verizon.net)
Pastoral contact: Rev. Caroline Cupp (ccupp@firstpreswc.com)
PRAYER BAND
Participants pray for needs in response to member requests
Contact: Margie Kellermann (kellstar60@gmail.com)
STEPHEN MINISTERS
Confidential Christian caregiving provided to congregation and community members through one-to-one connection with a trained Stephen Minister. To learn about becoming a Stephen Minister, contact Becky Gamble (sandbgamble@comcast.net) or Rev. Caroline Cupp (ccupp@firstpreswc.com)
Small Group Fellowship Opportunities
FIRST PRES TRAVELERS
Periodic regional and overnight bus trips for fellowship; check the newsletter for current info.
Contact: Thom & Irene Clapper (psuthom@verizon.net)