Adult
Ministry
Opportunities
Sunday Mornings
ADULT BIBLE STUDY
9:00am - Chapel
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. Typically in September, we start a study of a book from the Old Testament and in January, we begin a study of a New Testament book. While the studies build on each other, each lesson is also independent. You are welcome to join us periodically or consistently.
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)
Weekdays
SPIRITUAL CONNECTIONS FOR WOMEN
This book study group meets bi-monthly from March – December
1st & 3rd Mondays 6:30-8:00pm - Room 210
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)
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
2nd Tuesdays 7:00–9:00pm (Member homes)
GRACE CIRCLE
2nd Mondays 7:00–9:00pm (Member homes)
Contact: Suzanne Bragg (braggio1@verizon.net), Louise Classen (llclass@verizon.net) or Vicki Gansner (gansner@comcast.net)
PEACE CIRCLE
2nd Tuesdays 7:00–9:00pm (Member homes)
Contact: Barbara and Amy Lidle (barbara_lidle@yahoo.com)
PRAISE CIRCLE
2nd Wednesdays 9:30am–12:00pm (Member homes)
Contact: Lynne Carter (lscjrc@aol.com) or Judy Mackleer (judymackleer@verizon.net)
HOPE CIRCLE
2nd Thursdays 9:00–11:00am - Room 210
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) or Julie Mars (juliemars53@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)