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Welcome to Presbyterian Women from Janet White, Moderator Whatever your background, you are sure to find a caring group of Christian women who offer support and friendship through BMPC’s Presbyterian Women. It is not necessary to join or commit to any group. We hope you’ll take a look at the many possibilities in this great community of women to reach out to those around us and all over the world! Contact Janet White, 610-254-0231 or janetw298@verizon.net.
World Day of Prayer at World Day of Prayer (WDP) is a worldwide ecumenical movement of people of many faith traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year on the first Friday in March. Each year a different country serves as the writer of the WDP worship service. This year’s program was written by the WDP Committee of Cameroon. This year World Day of Prayer is on Friday, March 5, 2010. All communities of faith are invited to join together as we fulfill the call of Psalm 150: “Let Everything That Has Breath Praise God.” Fellowship and refreshments will begin at 10:00 a.m. and the service will follow at 11:00 a.m. in Congregational Hall. Our focus will be the struggles of the women and children in Cameroon, West Africa and our prayers will call for their justice and peace. Come journey with us to Cameroon and enter a world vibrant with song and praise. We will pick up our instruments and make music. Together we will dance in the procession while singing praises to God. Together we will fulfill the call of Psalm 150: “Let Everything That Has Breath Praise God.”
“Celebrate the Gifts of Women” Join us for worship on Sunday, March 21st at both the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services as Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church observes “Celebrate the Gifts of Women.” The 2010 theme for the Presbyterian Church (USA) is “Women Keeping the Message Alive.” The celebrate the gifts of women is to celebrate the gift of the message God shares with them and through them.
Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church traces its roots back to 1880. In that year the ladies of the young church formed “The Happy Thought Circle.” Mrs. Josiah Pearce was the first chairlady. The Circle was the forerunner of “The Women’s Association, know today as “Presbyterian Women.”
As we worship together in this special service we will also be recognizing and honoring past BMPC Moderators of Presbyterian Women which began in the early 1940. Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church has one of the few Presbyterian Women programs that are a growing, active and vibrant organization. Rev. Susan Rice will preach and women of all ages will be taking part in both services. So let us celebrate together as we lead all of God’s people in worship.
We extend our deep appreciation to the following Moderators for their dedication to and leadership of BMPC Presbyterian Women over the last 70 years:
BMPC PERSPECTIVES IN MUSIC 2009-2010 HAN CHIEN LEE, March 22: It is an honor to present bright young pianist and Peabody student, Han Chien Lee, as a series performer this year. You will recall that she was the exquisite accompanist to violist Rachel Ku last April. As a special focus and in celebration of the bicentenary of Frédéric Chopin’s birth, she will feature a few pieces from Chopin’s beautiful piano repertoire. You will be very happy to be there!RANDALL SCARLATA, April 26: How fortunate we are to have baritone Randall Scarlata perform for us! Eastman and Juilliard educated, Randall possesses a warm, expressive voice, superb musicianship and a varied repertoire that keep him in great demand both nationally and internationally. Currently a gifted voice professor at West Chester University, he is a consummate interpreter of art songs, lieder, oratorio and opera. Pianist Laura Ward returns to Perspectives to accompany him! Wow!OUR ANNUAL EVENT, May: As usual, our year-end event is yet to be determined. Whether a trip, a luncheon or some other special entertainment, your suggestions are always welcome for consideration. We have a long history of exceptional season-ending celebrations and this year will be no exception. Think about it and submit your ideas!Programs begin at 1:30 PM with refreshments and fellowship, followed by the program in the Fine Arts Center, unless otherwise indicated. Childcare is also available by calling the church (610-525-2821) three days in advance. For more information, please call DeAnn Clancy (610-525-8347).Our PW Interest Groups: Crafts and Caring – an interest group which knits scarves, mitten and hat to support PW service projects (meets the third Mon. of the month from 9:15- 10:45 a.m. in Gloucester). For more information contact: Maryalice Stoltzfus at 610-527-3909. Connections – a group interested in sharing time with other mothers with teenage children. They have 6 activities a year at museums, gardens and other local places. For more information contact: Kathy Stevens, at 610-527-5666 or email at kpstevens@comcast.net. Dimensions in Literature - a group for book lovers of all ages and interests. The book selections are very diverse, from ancient to modern classics, new best sellers, biographies, histories, and more. We welcome book suggestions from members. At each meeting, an expert leader provides a perspective, and then guides an invariably lively audience discussion on the book selection. This group meets eight (8) times a year on the third Tuesday of the month in the Witherspoon Parlor. Enjoy coffee and conversation at 9:30 a.m. for the Day Time Group with the book discussion to follow. Or join the Evening Group in Converse House Parlor at 6:30 p.m. on the same day. (Bring a sandwich if you want.) Join either of the group for all or some of these meetings. They provide a wonderful opportunity for dialogue and fellowship. For a list a current books and discussion click on the heading above. For more information contact: Eric Johnson, 610-688-48440 or johnsone@surgent.net. Great Decisions - a world events discussion group formulated by the Foreign Policy Association in New York meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at Rosemont Presbyterian Village from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. Great Decisions has been meeting since about 1957. Each month a different topic is discussed. A short movie is shown before the discussion and the Great Decisions book supplies valuable information for the discussion. Click here to see this year’s topic. For more information contact Marilyn Irwin 610-57-6500 ext. 233 or Marilyn.Irwin@presbyinspiredlife.org .NEW to PW in 2009, Holy Leisure – enjoy a Friday evening with women of all ages while sharing conversation and potluck dinner in at different members homes in September, December, February and April. For more information contact Janet White, 610-254-0231 or JanetW298@verizon.net.Horizon Bible Study- monthly Bible Study held in the Ballroom at Rosemont Presbyterian Village on the first Wednesday of the month. The discussions are led by Rev. Kit Schooley and Rev. Elizabeth Lovel. For more information contact Joyce Malott at 610- 525-4469.Perspectives in Music - programs featuring recitals, previews, concerts, and lectures related to music and how it "touches our souls" (meets the fourth Monday of the month in Witherspoon Parlor). Click on the heading above for list of monthly performers. For information contact DeAnn Clancy, 610-525-8347 or deannclancy@hotmail.com Women’s Coffee Cup Bible – Coffee Cup Bible Study led by Rev. Susan B. Rice will be offered on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. We will explore the joy that can be experienced when the church is united with one focus: seeing humanity’s needs and making known God’s solution in the person of Jesus Christ. For more information contact Rev. Susan B. Rice, susanrice@bmpc.org.Young Women’s "Y" Group – an interest group for women with elementary age or younger children, focusing on family and faith. “Y” Group meets the second Tues. of the month from 9:15-11:00 a.m.. In addition, this group does service projects, hosts social gatherings, and has a monthly book club (meets the third Tuesday evening of the month) For more information contact Jen Bowers, 610-642-6970 or jenbowers@comcast.net ; Sheryl Parente, 610-525-7273 or slparete@hotmail.com.“Y” Group Board 2009-2010 Co-Chairs Jen Bowers, Sheryl Parente Mission Kim Chase Fellowship Jessica Roberts Hospitality Gabrielle Snyder (Gaby) Communications Peggy Hermann Devotions Candace Balch PW Liaison Kirstin Engelman Book Club Sarah Burke Social Whitney Hoffman, Krista Vaughn Presbyterian Women Benevolences 2009 On behalf of the Presbyterian Women, I would like to thank you for your contribution which made it possible for Presbyterian Women to provide needed support to organizations in the community. Listed below are the organization which received funds from PW. in 2009
Thanks again
for your tremendous support! village@pvc.org. Women’s Bridge Resource Center - $2000.00 The mission of the WBRC is to help women in crisis or transition to achieve financial security, find adequate housing, obtain sustainable employment, and gain emotional stability. Services include life task coaching, parenting skills training, and referrals.BMPC Hunger Task Force - $1650.00 This program sponsors soup kitchens, food collections and casserole making in order to provide nourishment for those in the Philadelphia area who cannot obtain adequate sustenance. The HTF also addresses world-wide hunger through “Bread for the World”. This year’s benevolence will focus on supporting much needed summer casseroles. Check out BMPC.org websiteBMPC Homeless Task Force - $1500.00 The Homeless Task Force offers/supports temporary residence to homeless persons, as well as works with various shelters in the city of Philadelphia. Check out the BMPC.org websiteThe Other Carpenter - $1500.00 This organization assists homeowners in the East Parkside community of West Philadelphia with the maintenance and improvement of their homes.Laurel House - $1000.00 Located in Montgomery County since 1980, Laurel House provides a safe and confidential haven for abused women and their children, works to raise public awareness about domestic abuse, and advocates for social change against domestic violence. www.laurel-house.orgSinging City - $1000.00 Since its inception in 1948 as the nation’s oldest racially integrated choir, Singing City has united people through music. The 3 main forces for change in the community are through choral performance, outreach and education. www.singingcity.orgThe Timothy School - $500.00 Located in Berwyn, this program provides quality education for children who are diagnosed with autism or pervasive developmental disorder. www.timothyschool.org
This organization sustains the provision of free lodging and support at volunteer host homes, as a caring response to needs of patients and their families who come to the greater Philadelphia area for specialized medical care. www.hostfor hospitals.org
 West Philadelphia Children’s Choir - $500.00 This
choir consists of 3rd to 6th grade children from 2
West Philadelphia schools, Rhoades Elementary and Blackenburg
Elementary. Auditions are required, and performances take place at
area-wide festivals and events. BMPC Book Center - $200.00 In honor of Miriam Vosburgh, these monies will go towards the purchase of a much needed chair and table. Purpose of PW The purpose of Presbyterian Women is 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 provides witness to the promise of God’s kingdom. Stay Up-to-Date! As we attempt to be good stewards of our resources and communicate more effectively, we need accurate contact information and your preference for either regular mail or email communication. Be sure to let us know your mailing address and/or email address and phone number—especially if you have made any recent changes. PW of Bryn Mawr All women members of the church and women in the community interested in the purpose of Presbyterian Women (PW) are a part of PW. Our Presbyterian Women’s group belongs to an international organization of more than 300,000 women who emphasize faith, mission, and fellowship in their participation in Bible study groups, service projects, and social events throughout the year. National Presbyterian Women on the Web Visit often here to see what’s happening and at the PW of PC(USA) website: www.pcusa.org/pw.
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