PCC Women Together
December 2023
Hello lovely women!
Here is your digital monthly newsletter for Pittsford Community Church's Women Together ministry! Here you'll find information of ongoing ministry opportunities, upcoming events, and other good things that we think you will enjoy.
We believe that being a part of a multi-generational community of Jesus-loving women is what we need today to walk the path of faith well and we hope that you find that here with us.
You are greatly LOVED.
Wholehearted Prayer
"What does prayer mean to you? Be honest with yourself. Do you feel like you’re talking to the ceiling? Do you actually believe God not only hears all your prayers, but can and will respond? Prayer can be misunderstood and is often overlooked, but it is central in our journey with Jesus. It isn’t an itemized list or simply a task to check off our busy schedules.
God doesn’t want proper words or mindless, rote recitations; He wants our hearts. While talking with God can take many forms, it is always about relationship. It’s about spending time together, talking and listening, becoming familiar with God’s heart and character. It’s about being authentic and truthful, exposing your deepest pains, most secret hopes, and wildest dreams for your life.
This is the kind of relationship we were made to have with our Father, and it is profoundly reciprocal. Prayer becomes our roots, fastened to the rock, Jesus, and built upon the foundation of His Word. In this relationship, we begin to hear the Holy Spirit speaking to our hearts through the Scripture and our lives become linked up to what God is already at work doing in us and the world around us, for our good and for His glory!
Prayer and time alone with the Father was a priority for Jesus. Take some time today to consider the priority of prayer in your own life. Does it hold a significant place of importance in your relationship with the Father?"
Scripture: Romans 12:12, Luke 5:16
Flourish in Prayer, www.bible.com
Sunday Morning Women's Group
This coming week we will be focusing on prayers of petition and thanksgiving. If you are following in the book, it is considered week 3 on Prayers of Petition and Thanksgiving. You can follow that week and listen to videos' included if you have time!
Stories and Songs
Stories and Songs THIS coming Saturday Sat May 25th, 9-11 a.m. in PCC Apex.
This will be a time to share stories of how God saved and redeemed us! Feel free to invite a friend who needs to hear.
Together Tables
Acts 2:46 "Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts."
Are you hungry for community? How about starting small with a simple meal? Our desire is for you to be able to gather around the table and find a deeper connection over food and conversation. Up to 6 women with 4 questions for 2 hours. The hope is that women can come in as strangers, but leave as people who know more about themselves, each other, and Jesus. We'd love for you to sign up and be encouraged in a meaningful community. Pull up a chair and join a table today! Signups can be found on the church app.
Prayer Board Event!
Registration is active for the Prayer Vision Boards! You can find it under events on the church center app. Feel free to invite your teen/young adult or friend to join you to create together! April 27th, 1-3pm at PCC.
Link to register is here: https://pittsfordcc.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2231802
Walking Group and Book Club Group Reminder
Walking Group- Come join a casual walking group of women each Wednesday morning at 8:30 am at Riki's in the Fairport Village! We will walk for about 45 minutes and then those that want to stay for coffee/breakfast after can linger as well! Bring someone you know that could use connection and reach out to Karen Burns for any other questions: 585-944-8872
Christian Fiction Book Club meets every other Wednesday 10-11 a.m. led by Megan Soja at Beth Odell's home. Please contact Megan Soja for more details or questions! meganbsoja@gmail.com
Prayer Shawl Knitting/Crocheting Group
Next Prayer Shawl Group Gathering is May 19 at 6pm in the Prayer Room! Contact Cheryl Murphy for questions: cmurphy7@outlook.com
Teaching/Leading Opportunities
At the Well
Next gatherings:
April 27th, May 11th, and May 25
9-10:30 a.m. at Cheryl Murphy's home
Service Opportunities!
Do you like to serve others in practical ways? We have opportunities to be a part of loving people through tangible acts of meals, rides, cleaning, visits, cards of encouragement, etc. If you would like to be part of the email list of current opportunities, please email Steph Donovan at renewme04@gmail.com
Current Serving Opportunity!
Pastor Brian Warner from Greystone Church (in Fairport) is requesting child care help two Wednesdays each month (probably a couple of hours each time) to help support the Greystone Church women’s Bible study. There might also be an opportunity for a Bible study leader. If anyone is interested, contact Dana Goodnough and he’ll put you in touch with Pastor Brian.
"PCC Women Share" Facebook Group
Women's Groups
20s Women's Bible Study – Thursdays 7pm
This is a casual and loving space for young women to come together to read and talk about the Bible, share the ups and downs of life, and pray together. We'll meet Thursday nights at 7PM at a group member's home. Book/topic of study TBD. Geared towards college/twenties women. Email Riesa (riesacassano@gmail.com) for more information!
Mothers of Prodigals
Karen Burns is leading this once a month group for moms whose young adult/adult children are struggling in their faith journey. Come and be a part of a safe group in prayer over our hearts and the hearts of our children. Next Praying for Prodigals - Wed May 1st at 6:30 pm in the PCC Prayer Room. Contact Karen Burns for questions: 585-944-8872
Monday PM Life Group - 7-8:30pm
This group of women meet on Monday nights in Pittsford to study the Bible or go through a Christian book together. If interested in more information or to join, please reach out to Angela Hewitt (hewit051@gmail.com)
Tuesday AM Women’s Study – 9:30-11:30am
Join the Tuesday morning ladies study! We meet both in person in Room 12 and via Zoom 9:30-11:30 am. Sign up via the church app, at the Women's Ministry table or contact Carlene Huang cchmets@gmail.com or Brenda Myers pinkazalea3277@gmail.com
Childcare is available. Please let the leaders know the number of children and their ages.
Thursday Women in the Word – 1:00-3:00pm
Interested in joining this group? We meet together at the church in room 11-12 across from the fireplace room. Join on the Church Center App or email Wendy Smith at mimitiger244@gmail.com for more information.
Have you downloaded our church app?
Need prayer or just a friend to listen?
The Women Together team would love to help meet your needs. If having a phone call or video chat to talk and pray is desired, just ask! We would LOVE to stay connected with you and lift up one another in prayer. Email us at womentogetherpcc@gmail.com and let us know how we can help.
Women Together Ministry at PCC
Hebrews 10:23- 25: "Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another--and all the more as you see the Day approaching."
Our Mission: to be a sincere, diverse, and unified community of women who are becoming more rooted in God’s Word, flourishing in our identity in Christ, powerful in prayer, and on mission with Jesus, serving together for the glory of God.
Our Vision: We desire to:
Engage women in every season, background, and generation to walk confidently and courageously in the Gospel and fulfill her part in God’s story.
Encourage women with nurturing and biblical community through discipleship, Bible studies, and mentoring opportunities.
Equip women with tools, resources, and opportunities to connect, grow, and serve where God assigns them.
The Women Together Team would love your prayers as we pray, plan, and serve you this year!
2023 Women's Ministry Team:
Steph Donovan
Becky Arcadi
Courtney Hankins
Cheryl Murphy
Marti Palardy
Carol Sullivan
We would love to hear from you!
Email: womentogetherpcc@gmail.com
Website: www.pittsfordcc.org
Location: 421 Marsh Road, Pittsford, NY, USA
Phone: 585-248-8260
Facebook: Facebook.com/pccwomentogether
Instagram: www.instagram.com/pcc.women.together