Invite your PW group and congregation to demonstrate love, concern, and prayers for Puerto Rican communities affected by Hurricane Maria through a "Together in Service" project.
Discover the many ways you and your congregation can be a part.
On May 6, 1989, women of Presbyterian congregations in Central Virginia gathered at Second Church in Richmond to establish Presbyterian Women of Presbytery of the James (PW-POJ). In the thirty years since, Presbyterian Women have been fulfilling our “reason for being.” We commit to
- nurture our faith through prayer and Bible study,
- support the mission of church worldwide,
- work for justice and peace, and
- build an inclusive, caring community that strengthens the Presbyterian Church (USA) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom.
The Coordinating Team provides assistance in implementing this purpose by promoting communication among our churches and organizing annual gatherings.
30th Anniversary Gathering Recap
More than 100 PW-POJ members and friends representing 41 congregations attended the 30th Spring Gathering on May 4. The day's mission offering of $2,567 was designated for Presbyterian Children's Home of The Highlands of Wytheville, Virginia. Billy Rice, executive director of the Children's Home, gave the gathering's keynote mission address. The day also included greetings from Churchwide, Synod, and Presbytery leaders; the annual business meeting; 30th anniversary celebration lunch with birthday cake; the 2018 In Memoriam necrology; and closing worship with Holy Communion. We are grateful to the River Road Presbyterian congregation and staff members for graciously welcoming everyone with such warm hospitality.
Coordinating Team
Jayne Sneed, moderator
Carol Brown, vice moderator
Sally Beale, treasurer
Toni Archer, acting secretary
Sharon Moser, historian
Contact Evalyn Page if you are interested in serving on the Coordinating Team. Available opportunities include secretary, area leaders, and search committee members.
Events
Synod Summer Gathering
June 6-9
Massanetta Springs
A wide variety of learning opportunities will be available to help us recall and remember God's many promises and to grow in our trust and faith. Rev. Joyce MacKichan Walker, author of "Suggestions for Leaders" in the HORIZONS Bible Study “Love Carved in Stone: A Study of The Ten Commandments,” will be the event’s keynote speaker.
Fall Gathering
November 2
First Presbyterian Church, Richmond
More information to come