To all the women of the First Pres community:
The mission of Women’s Ministry is to provide you with a place where you can know the profound love of God as it is unconditionally revealed in the saving work of Jesus. Be part of a vital community where women enjoy new friendships and grow in their Christian faith.
Women’s Ministry places value on creating an inviting, intergenerational community where women are strengthened through the study of God’s word, through caring relationships and through serving Christ in the world today.
For more information about Women’s Ministry contact: Cinda Siligmueller at csiligmueller@firstpresge.org or 630.469.2007 ext 22
SUMMER BOOK CLUB – And Meet the Author
The book selected for this summer is Grumble Hallelujah – Learning to Love Your Life Even When It Lets You Down by Caryn Dahlstrand Rivadeneira. Do you ever say to yourself “This is NOT how my life was supposed to be!” In all stages of life, there are circumstances and/or family/friends which can push us to the brink of total frustration. Caryn asks “Have you been there? During life’s lowest moments, it is so tempting to blame ourselves, our circumstances, or God. But what would happen if we turned to God with praise instead, in whatever way we could? Might He help us find the things in our lives that He made to be loved?” Caryn offers a humorous look at her life, complete with candid stories and solid scriptural backing that will offer us a look at how our life is meant to be lived and loved.
The Summer Book Club meets 9:15 to 10:30am in the Parlor on Thursday June 14, 28, July 12, 19, 26, August 2. Childcare is provided. Books will be available at first meeting. Cost: $15. Register with Cinda at csiligmueller@firstpresge.org. On August 9, Caryn Dahlstrand Rivadeneira will join us to talk about her book.
BIBLE STUDIES
Faith Builders – A community-wide Bible study for women of all ages and stages of faith
Faith Builders emphasizes learning scripture, applying biblical truths and fellowship. Meeting time: Thursday, 9:15 to 11:00am in the Gathering Place. Childcare is provided
Evening Edition Faith Builders…can’t make Thursday mornings? Faith Builders offers the same program Wednesday evenings, 7 – 9pm in the church Parlor. 2012/2013 study begins Sept. 21, 2012. Childcare is not provided.
Register for Faith Builders or Evening Edition Faith Builders with Cinda at csiligmueller@firstpresge.org. Cost: $25 which includes workbook.
Tuesday Bible Study is a group of women who meet weekly to support one another through prayer and study of the Bible in a friendly atmosphere. The study for 2011/2012 is the book of Acts using commentaries of our own individual choice. The group meets 6:30 a.m. in the Parlor. Contact person: Susan Kirby
Wednesday Bible Study meets for the primary purpose of engaging in an in-depth study of the Bible using commentaries of own individual choice. This group uses a self-lead discussion format and they also enjoy fellowship, laughter, sharing and prayer in an informal atmosphere. The study for 2011/2012 is the book of Ephesians. The group meets at 6:30 a.m. in the Parlor. Contact person: Barb Gosselar or Marty Dome
Wednesday Evening Bible Study meets in the home of Marj Yuhas on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, 7:00 – 8:30pm. Their program centers around a Woman’s Life Study series. Contact Marj Yuhas.
Bamford/Moser Bible Study offers an in-depth study of the Old Testament book of Exodus. In this Bible study you will learn much about the character of God and his faithful love for his people. This group meets Thursday mornings at 9:15-11:15 a.m. in the church Conference Room. Start date is Sept. 29, 2011. Study materials will be available for purchase at the first meeting. Childcare is provided. Contact Ruth Bamford or Janet Moser.
CIRCLES
Beacon Circle meets on the first Wednesday of the month for fellowship, devotions and a program. The meetings are held in members’ homes from 9:15 – 11:30am. Each month a new topic, guest speaker or program of interest is planned. Contact Marge Seyfert.
Circle of Grace: The Perfect Place for Moms! Come connect with other moms for a morning of friendship and learning about parenting.
A Special Event on Friday, May 4th: “Mom’s Day Apart” during Circle of Grace. Author Jennifer Grant will be 
joining us to talk about her newly released book, MOMumental – The Messy Art of Raising a Family. Invite a friend to join you for this fun event.
Circle of Grace meets the first Friday of each month, 9:30 -11:00am in the church Parlor. Childcare for your young children is available. Contact: Jennifer Schoenherr schoenherr@ameritech.net.
Elisabeth Circle meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm in members’ homes for devotions, fellowship and a program. Each monthly program is unique and planned to reflect the interests of the members. Special meetings during the year include a December potluck/silent “make, bake, sew, or grow” auction, a potluck salad supper in May, dinner out in June, an ice cream social in July, book discussion in August and a golf outing/luncheon/swim party sometime in August. Contact: Jean Griffin.
Mary Martha Circle meets the first Wednesday of each month September through June, at noon in a member’s home or the church parlor. Members bring a simple lunch and enjoy fellowship, dessert, devotions, and Bible study. Contact: Donna Pipenhagen.
Sewing Circle meets the second Wednesday of the month in the church John Knox Hall from 9:30-noon. We work on current projects, plan our sales events, and share devotions. We invite anyone interested in sewing, knitting, quilting or crocheting to join us in creating projects for our annual November sale. Proceeds from all of our sales benefit local mission projects and a school scholarship in El Salvador. Contact: Phyllis Ludwig