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.
Fall 2026 Women’s Bible Study: Romans
Often called Paul’s greatest letter, the book of Romans has shaped the faith of believers for nearly 2,000 years. R.C. Sproul described it as Paul’s “fullest, grandest, most comprehensive statement of the gospel.” It gives us an honest look at the reality of our sin while lifting our eyes to the breathtaking grace of God in Jesus Christ. It reminds us that our hope is found in the perfect righteousness of Christ, freely given to all who trust him.
Join Women’s Ministry this fall as we journey through this incredible letter together. As we study Romans, we’ll discover not only the beauty and depth of the gospel, but also the freedom, joy, assurance, and hope that belong to everyone who is in Christ. May God use this study to deepen our faith, transform our hearts, and draw us to love him more.
Bible study begins the week of August 17.
There are three options to participate:
Tuesdays | 8 am
FPC Parlor
Childcare available by request.
Wednesdays | 6.30 pm
At the home of Suzie Thompson
Email Jaime Carnaggio for the location.
Thursdays | 9.30 am
FPC Education Building Room 202
The Thursday study is available via Zoom.
Save the Date: More Than Conquerors Retreat
More Than Conquerors: Women’s Retreat on Romans 8
Friday, October 2 | 6 pm–8.30 pm
Dinner included
At the home of Sherry Tucker
Saturday, October 3 | 8.30 am–12 pm
Breakfast included
Childcare offered
In Dunham Chapel
$20/person ($25 on September 28)
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).
2026-2027 Circle Study: Hebrews, An Anchor for the Soul
We are, by nature, drifters. Our hearts are easily drawn to the things of this world, and we begin to believe that something else will satisfy us more than Christ.
The book of Hebrews speaks directly to that temptation with one resounding message:
Jesus is better.
The original readers were tempted to return to the familiar rituals and sacrifices of the Old Testament, but Hebrews reminds them–and us–that Jesus is enough. He is the fulfillment of all God’s promises, our perfect Savior, and the only true “anchor for our souls.”
Join one of our Women’s Ministry Circles this year as we study Hebrews: An Anchor for the Soul, by Michael Kruger. Together, we’ll discover why Christ is infinitely better than anything this world offers–and why, when our hearts are prone to drift, he alone is the anchor that holds us fast.
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 Thursday @ 6:30 pm
Chair: Julie Stevenson
Leader: Merri Hope Thompson
Location: Rotating Member Homes
Contact Julie1st Tuesday @ 6:30 pm
Chair: Wendi French
Leader: Marsha Dyess
Location: Rotating Member Homes
Contact Wendi2nd Tuesday @ 10 am
Chair: Bonnie Ferrell
Leader: Jaime Carnaggio, Kristen Carney
Location: FPC Room 219
Contact Bonnie1st & 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: Sarah Hornsby
Leader: Melinda Bailey
Location: At the home of Melinda Bailey
Contact Sarah2nd Tuesday @ 6 pm
Chair: Ann Gregorie, Sugar McAdams
Leader: Cathy Pugsley
Location: Albasha (Corporate)
Contact Ann1st Thursday @ 11.30 am
Chair: Jackie Cagley, Jaci Gaspard
Leader: Lynn Courtney
Location: FPC Library
Contact Jackie2nd 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).
