Our Presbyterian Women’s organization is composed of over one hundred fifty women who are led by a Coordinating Team of officers.  The women are divided into nine circles who meet in homes or at Highland Farms on the first Tuesday of the month in the morning, afternoon, or evening.  Bible study in each circle is led by members of the circle.  Circles participate in service opportunities throughout the year including:  visiting homebound women, greeting at church on Sunday mornings, writing monthly letters to the church’s missionaries, setting up the fellowship hall for Thursday Night Live suppers and programs and Gatherings, providing meals for bereaved families, and furnishing refreshments for various church receptions or other functions. 

Three special Luncheon Gatherings are held during the year:  The Thank Offering Program in October, the Missions Emphasis Program in February, and the PW Birthday Program in May.  Special offerings go for grants that help disadvantaged women and children worldwide. 

The Presbyterian women are committed to:

·         nurturing their faith through prayer and Bible study

·         supporting the mission of the church worldwide

·         working for justice and peace

·         building an inclusive, caring community of women    that strengthens the Presbyterian  Church and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom

At the May 11th Spring Gathering dinner two Black Mountain Presbyterian Women were awarded the 2010 annual Honorary Life Memberships for their years of service both to the church and to the Presbyterian Women organization. 

       
            Eleanor Landers                Charlotte W. Sprawls