Nurturing Women as They Grow Deeper in Christ
The mission of First Presbyterian Church Women’s Ministry is to nurture women as they grow deeper in Christ and further into the world through studying God’s Word, partnering in prayer, cultivating meaningful relationships and gathering in intentional life-on-life fellowship. Our prayer is that every woman feels poured into, supported and has a place and a purpose in our church body as we encourage each other as ambassadors of the gospel.
Women’s Bible Study
Women’s Bible studies meet weekly in the fall and spring semesters and for a special summer study during the month of July.
2026 Spring Study – Nehemiah
What do you do when everything seems unfinished? When familiar structures are changing? When the future feels uncertain? The book of Nehemiah meets us precisely in a moment like this.
In 586 BC, Jerusalem lay in ruins – its walls broken down, its people scattered, and its identity as God’s dwelling place fractured. Over time, God restored his people in stages. He first raised up Ezra to renew worship and recenter the people on his Word. Years later, he raised up Nehemiah to rebuild the walls of the city. Yet Nehemiah’s work was never just about construction. The walls mattered, but the deeper work was spiritual renewal – shaping a community marked by persistent prayer and an unwavering devotion to his Word – so that his glory might again shine to the nations.
As our church enters a season of renovation and pastoral transition, Nehemiah reminds us that seasons of change are seasons of opportunity – moments when God invites us to deepen our dependance on him and faithfully steward the work he has entrusted to us.
Join us this spring as we walk through Nehemiah together and remember how God is always at work building his Church, calling his people in every generation, to reflect his glory to a watching world.
Bible studies kick off the week of January 14.
Join us at one of our three weekly offerings. May we feel a renewed sense of responsibility and confidence to fight the good fight of faith.
Tuesdays @ 7:15 am in the FPC Library
This study is designed for ladies in their 20s/30s.
Childcare is offered each week downstairs in the MDO Ducks classroom.
Please email Jaime if you will be utilizing childcare.
Wednesdays @ 6 pm at the home of Suzie Thompson
Study is held from 6.30–7.30pm with time before and after for fellowship and prayer.
Thursdays @ 9:30 am in FPC Room 202
This study is recorded and shared online. You may also join live via Zoom: WM Fall Study – 5 Teachings of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew (PW: 1234)
Circles
Circles provide meaningful fellowship through a cohesive Scripture-based book study and time of prayer. Circles meet monthly from September through May, but you can join anytime. Contact Jaime Carnaggio to become part of a Circle (jaime@fpcbr.org).
2024-2025 Circle Study: Elizabeth. Mary. Martha. Lydia. Priscilla.
These were not passive figures on the sidelines of God’s story. The women of the New Testament played vital roles in Jesus’ ministry. They were some of his most faithful followers, and they helped lead the early church. They faced fear, shame, rejection, illness, grief, and oppression—yet responded with faith, courage, and devotion. They often grasped truths about Jesus that others overlooked.
Elizabeth teaches us to trust God’s faithfulness and rejoice in his timing. Martha reminds us that while service is valuable, it must flow from a heart centered on Christ. Women like Herodias and Sapphira serve as warnings against bitterness and deceit.
Join one of our Women’s Ministry Circles this year as we journey through the LifeGuide® Bible Study Women of the New Testament by Phyllis J. Le Peau.
Together we’ll step into the lives and stories of twelve remarkable women and discover what it means to be a faithful disciple of Jesus.
Email jaime@fpcbr.org for more information.
Circles listings are below with an email link to the Circle Chair.
1st Tuesday @ 9:45 am
Chair: Cindy Morris, Cheryl Tyler
Leader: Cherie Peters, Marsha Dyess
Location: Rotating Members Homes
Contact Cindy1st Tuesday @ 9:45 am
Chair: Eugenie Burglass
Leader: Virginia Simeral, Carol Lazar, Jackie Carnes
Location: St. James Place
Contact Eugenie3rd Tuesday @ 6:30 pm
Chair: Virginia Phillips
Leader: Julie Stevenson, Merri Hope Thompson
Location: Rotating Member Homes
Contact Virginia1st Tuesday @ 6:30 pm
Chair: Wendi French
Leader: Marsha Dyess
Location: Rotating Member Homes
Contact Wendi2nd Tuesday @ 10 am
Chair: Judy McGimsey
Leader: Jaime Carnaggio, Kristen Carney
Location: FPC Room 219
Contact Judy1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 6.30 pm
Chair: Mary Page Wood
Leader: Ashley Wood
Location: At the home of Ashley Wood *This circle is for girls in the 18- 25 age range.
Contact Mary2nd Thursday @ 7 pm
Chair: Maegan Croskrey
Leader: Melinda Bailey
Location: At the home of Melinda Bailey
Contact Maegan2nd Tuesday @ 6 pm
Chair: Ann Gregorie, Sugar McAdams
Leader: Cathy Pugsley
Location: Albasha (Corporate)
Contact Ann3rd Wednesday @ 5 pm
Chair: Pat Canfield
Leader: Lauren Becnel
Location: Drusilla Seafood
Contact Pat1st Thursday @ noon
Chair: Tootie Perry, Jaci Gaspard
Leader: Lynn Courtney
Location: FPC Library
Contact Tootie2nd Tuesday @ 6 pm
Chair: Elizabeth Renhoff
Leader: Gerry Arnold
Location: Bistro Byronz (Willow Grove)
Contact Elizabeth3rd Wednesday @ 9:30 am
Chair: Rosemary Beall
Leader: Celia Harpe, Rachel Underwood
Location: FPC Parlor *Childcare Available
Contact Rosemary2nd Monday @ 6:30 pm
Chair: Courtney Hilton
Leader: Emily Kate Crnko
Location: Rotating Member Homes
Contact Courtney2nd Tuesday @ 7 pm
Chair: Anna Price
Leader: Caitlyn Klingman, Keely McMillin
Location: Rotating Member Homes
Contact AnnaEvents
Women’s Ministry holds four multi-generational events annually (one each season), as well as informal monthly socials targeting specific decades. If you are interested in hosting one of our socials or helping with any Women’s Ministry events, please email Emily Viguerie (emily@fpcbr.org).
