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SPC WOW Circle Hosts Baby Shower for Samara’s Village

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On January 19 the Women of the Word (WOW) Circle put the Word into action by hosting a baby shower for Samaras Village, a community-based, non-profit organization that assists pregnant and parenting adolescents who live in Brunswick County. Members of the circle shopped for clothing, toys and diapers to fill the Village’s ”needs” closet. With additional contributions, WOW was able to purchase three car seats and a stroller.

Debbie Keener, director of Samaras Village, attended the event and shared with the group how Samaras Village helps meet the needs of very young parents, from those who are pregnant to those with children up to 3-years-old. The non-profit organization is the first and only of its kind that targets the problematic teen pregnancy rates in Brunswick County. It provides the connection to community resources, and mentoring to help their clients lead healthy lifestyles and continue their education / career development, with a focus on the physical, social and emotional well-being of themselves and their baby.

Friends from the community are invited to become involved mentoring these parents so that they have guidance raising their children. If you would like to volunteer at Samaras Village in one of many volunteer capacities, or come by and see the facility, call Debbie Keener at 910 294-0292.
Many thanks to WOW member Linda Wetterman for coordinating this event. For more information about the WOW Circle, contact Judy Wetzig at jewetzig@bellsouth.net

Friends from the community are invited to become involved mentoring these parents so that they have guidance raising their children. If you would like to volunteer at Samaras Village in one of many volunteer capacities, or come by and see the facility, call Debbie Keener at 910 294-0292.
Many thanks to WOW member Linda Wetterman for coordinating this event. For more information about the WOW Circle, contact Judy Wetzig at jewetzig@bellsouth.net

PW Circle News

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Women of the Word – WOW circle will begin study for the coming year on September 8 at 1 pm in the Session Room. After that, meetings will be on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 1 pm in the Session room. Participants are invited to gather at 12:30 for lunch and fellowship. This year we will be studying, “The Walk” by Adam Hamilton. In his study, Pastor Hamilton will guide us through 5 essential practices to deepen our walk with Christ. Books are available online through Amazon, Cokesbury, or Thriftbooks. We welcome new friends. If you have any questions, or would just like to be part of this delightful fellowship of SPC women, please call Judy Wetzig@ 910-444-1324.

Morning Glories will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 7 at 10:00 to discuss ‘The Epistle to the Hebrews’. Any woman is welcome to join us as we journey through “Better, a Study of Hebrews” by Jen Wilkin. The author urges us to “Look after each other so that not one of you will fail to find God’s best blessings.” (Hebrews 12:15) We strive to look after each other and share God’s blessings. If you are interested or would like more information please contact:
Diane Price at dianebprice@aol.com
or Judy Osborne at jlosborne615@gmail.com

Ladies of Love – LOL will meet on second Tuesdays, 7 pm in the Session Room starting Sept. 14. Arrangements can be made for requests for attendance via Zoom. For 2021-22 we will be studying Max Lucado’s book, “Ten Women of the Bible,” which can be purchased on Amazon or other online book sellers. If you are interested in joining this circle, please contact Cynthia Evans at the3mes99@atmc.net.


PW Recruiting 2020-21 Leadership Team

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Even though we are sheltering in place now, PW is looking ahead to what is coming. It is the time of year when we are looking for new leadership for the PW Board. The Nominating Committee would like you to consider if you are being called to a position with PW. Several positions are available. Work well with a team? Maybe Vice Moderator is for you. Take good notes? The secretary position is available. A heart for outreach? Mission Coordinator is waiting. Love to plan retreats or fun outings? ROW (Retreats, outings, workshops) has a place. Always wanted to lead a Bible Study? The 2nd Wednesday Circle is ready for you. If you are interested in any of these positions, know someone who would be great in one of these positions or just want more information about these specific jobs, please contact Laura Cacchione.

PW Day Retreat Sat. Feb 1

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“Who Do You Trust?” is the theme for this year’s Presbyterian Women’s annual day retreat, which will explore building trust with ourselves, one another and God. Participants will learn how the wife of Noah had to trust God. Lunch will be from Jersey Mike “subs in a tub,” and reservation are required.. Cost is $10. Sign-up after worship in the Narthex or call the church office. Registration deadline is January 29. All women are invited to come, and bring a friend. Contact Judy Wetzig with questions.

Winterfest Bake Sale Nets $1,186 for Food Pantry

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The Presbyterian Women’s (PW) Annual Bake Sale at Southport’s Annual Winter Craft Festival December 15 raised $1,186 for the Southport Oak Island Interchurch Fellowship Food Pantry. PW Representative Laura Cacchione presented the check to Bill Hogue, manager of the Food Pantry just in time for the Christmas holidays. The PW project was headed by Maggie Lhotsky and Martha Brown, co-chairs of the PW Mission and Giving Committee. Volunteers baked holiday treats, and additional volunteers set up and staffed the booth at Southport’s Annual Winter Craft Festival in Franklin Square Park on Dec. 14. Many thanks to all the bakers, packers and other volunteers who helped make this worthwhile local mission project a huge success!