Ladies, I’m not sure we can put into words how thrilled we are to be rolling out our Fall 2021 offerings. After a year and a half of pandemic uncertainty, it is so vital for us to gather under God’s great Name and shelter under Him together. What better place to do that than right here at MPC? Our new mission statement details our 2021 /2022 plans perfectly— Love People. Can you send a card, make a meal, volunteer in the

nursery, help at the Spree or work at RePurposed? Join us! Know Jesus. Come for Bible study, my friends! Get to know Jesus

through God’s Word. Sign up for a Wed. morning or Wed. evening Bible study—you’ll never be the same!

Live Transformed. The Holy Spirit is in charge of transforming our

hearts. It’s our job to cooperate with Him as He works that out in us. My prayer is that you’ll join us this fall so that we can encourage each other in this transformation journey.

We love you like crazy and can’t wait to see you soon! Many Blessings,

Welcome!

We understand more of who God is and who we are in Him—His beloved chosen—when we dig into the truth of Scripture. Join a Bible study this fall so we can grow closer to Christ together!

Women to Women (Weekly event offering multiple classes listed adjacent)

Wednesday mornings 9:30—11:30 AM beginning September 15, 2021

Our Wednesday morning studies are a great place to get to know other ladies in our church family, and to be encouraged and challenged by God’s word. We are excited to offer our “Connections Time” again before study during which we share a light breakfast and devotional/prayer time together. We then split into study groups at 10:00 AM and spend our time deepening our faith through Scripture study and discussion. Free childcare is available—please indicate that you are needing childcare when you register for class. Registration for all classes is open now! Please sign up at MYmpcepc.org/women.

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How Happiness Happens by Max Lucado Led by Joleen Clouse & Becky Pletz

Books available to purchase on Amazon and Christianbook.com

These are tough times. Amid global isolation, economic downturn, and social unrest, could you use a dose of happy right about now? Learn the secret to lasting joy that will endure through any season of life. In this study, Max Lucado shares the unexpected path to a lasting happiness, one that produces reliable joy amidst any life circumstance. Based on the teachings of Jesus and backed by modern research, this book presents a surprising but practical way of living that will change you from the inside out.

Now That Faith Has Come: A Study of Galatians by Beth Moore Led by Michele Holmes

Books available on Amazon, lproof.org, or Christianbook.com

The relationship Paul would build with the Galatian converts―and his determination for the truth of the gospel to be preserved among them―led to one of the most passionate letters in the New Testament. Paul would not sit quietly by and let those who’d been liberated by Christ’s glorious gospel submit again to a yoke of slavery.

He’d send a letter with the volume turned up, calling believers to stand firm in the truth, stay bold in love, and walk by the Spirit. He’d remind them what it looked like to live for God’s approval rather than human approval. The eternal words God entrusted to Paul for the churches of Galatia are as needed today as they were when the ink was still wet on the ancient pages. Join us for this deep dive into Galatians!

Missional Motherhood by Gloria Furman Contact the Women’s Min office to purchase a book.

Led by Shannon Schroeder Two Wednesdays a month/ Childcare is free!

Begins Wednesday, September 22

There's no such thing as “just” a mom. Despite the routine tasks and mundane to-do lists, motherhood is anything but insignificant. God has designed motherhood as part of his greater plan to draw people to himself―instilling all women, whether called to traditional mothering or not, with an eternal purpose in nurturing others.

Working Women Study Ladies, sometimes days are long. You’re up early and out the door, heading to an office or a workplace or dropping off the kids at school. You put in a lot of hours at a screen or behind a desk or with your children at home. Dinner comes and you’re wishing there was a time set aside just for you afterward. There is! Come join our Working Women study on Wednesday nights this fall. This is a special time set aside for ladies who cannot come to a daytime Bible study and who are hungry for God’s Word and fellowship with sisters in Christ. Come in your cozy clothes and get ready to dive into Bible study with us—this is vital for your heart!

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Now That Faith Has Come: A Study of Galatians by Beth Moore Led by Michele Holmes & Laura Roy

Wednesday evenings from 7:00—8:30 PM Beginning September 22

The relationship Paul would build with the Galatian converts―and his determination for the truth of the gospel to be preserved among them―led to one of the most passionate letters in the New Testament. Paul would not sit quietly by and let those who’d been liberated by Christ’s glorious gospel submit again to a yoke of slavery. He’d send a letter with the volume turned up, calling believers to stand firm in the truth, stay bold in love, and walk by the Spirit. He’d remind them what it looked like to live for God’s approval rather than human approval. The eternal words God entrusted to Paul for the churches of Galatia are as needed today as they were when the ink was still wet on the ancient pages. Join us for this deep dive into Galatians!

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)

MOPS provides a place for young moms to find friendship and community while they enjoy engaging speakers and meaningful discussions. We have a place for moms of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary children. Register online at MYmpcepc.org/women or by contacting the Women’s Ministries Office.

MOPS meets twice a month on Tuesdays Begins September 14, 9:15—11:15 AM

Childcare is available

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We are called to reach the unreached; to be the hands and feet of Jesus and invite others into a relationship with Him. Could God be calling you to serve the needs of our community? Please join us for service projects throughout the year! Below are some of our upcoming service dates. Keep your eyes open for new opportunities TBA!

Collections

September/October: Local Family Support November/December: Giving Tree Items

RePurposed Service Days

10:00 AM-12:30 PM September 23

October 21 November 18

Did you clean out your closets during the pandemic? So did the rest of Pittsburgh! The RePurposed store on McKnight Road is packed full of donations, and they need our help to sort and price items. Consider signing up for one or all of these service dates—it’s such fun work, and your help allows RePurposed to run smoothly, with all proceeds helping trafficked women in Pittsburgh.

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We need each other. Caring for one another is God’s call on our hearts to live outside of ourselves. Join our community of caring women.

Freezer Shelf Ministry Women’s Ministries has adopted a freezer shelf in the church kitchen to hold meals for single moms and for families who could be helped out with a meal during a hard time. Can you prepare a meal for a single mom and her kids or for a family who would be encouraged with a homemade meal? Sign up online at MYmpcepc.org/women. Are you a single Mom who could use a meal this week? Stop in the kitchen anytime and pick up a meal from the freezer. Also, please feel free to update the Women’s Ministries office on ways we can support you.

Love Notes Team Receiving a card in the mail at just the right time is such a blessing, isn’t it? Would you like to join our team of card writers? Each woman on our Love Notes Team adopts one month out of the year to be the card coordinator for people in our church who are ill, have lost a loved one, or just need a little encouragement. Our team is really in need of writers, so if you’d like to join in, please call the Women’s Ministry office to sign up!

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We are called to “do life together” so that no one has to walk their journey alone. Join us for these fun fellowship opportunities throughout the year.

Book Ends Meets Thursdays, every other month at 7:00 PM Women of all ages are welcome to share their thoughts and ideas on the exciting books chosen for each month. Check out our book list at MYmpcepc.org/women. The book for the September 16 meeting is Where the Lost Wander by Amy Harmon. Contact us at women@mpcepc.org to sign up!

Girls Night In: Movie Night Friday, October 8 at 7:00 p.m. Sight & Sound Theater’s Production of Esther Filmed in front of a live audience at Sight & Sound Theatres, experience this captivating tale of beauty and bravery as it comes to life on stage. Step inside the opulent yet perilous Persian Empire as Esther enters a new world of royalty and risk. Come see it on the big

screen in the Edinburgh Room! Snacks provided. Run time is approximately 135 minutes.

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Christmas Celebrations & Activities

Christmas Brunch Wednesday, December 8 at 9:30 AM The Women to Women Christmas Brunch is from 9:30—11:30 and is open to all ladies of the church. Join us for a celebration of good food, fellowship, and a time of sharing what the Lord has done in our lives this fall!

Cozy Christmas Cafe Wednesday, December 15 at 6:30 PM Bring your favorite appetizer and your holiday cheer to share a night at the MPC Café with your MPC sisters! We’ll sing carols, play games, and be encouraged with an inspirational message. Advent Devotional Watch for your chance to write a devotion for this year’s Advent Devotional that Women’s Min will gift to our congregation. No writing experience needed—just a willingness to share your heart!

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Annual Artisan Market Come start your holiday shopping with 90+ vendors selling an array of gift ideas sure to please those on your Christmas list! Proceeds from this sale help fund several outreach projects through the year. Cost: $2 per person (Includes Coffee & Cookie Bar)

Friday, November 5 | 4:00—9:00 p.m. Saturday, November 6 | 9:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.

 

 

Now What?

After reading about all the studies, service opportunities, and girls’ nights, are you wondering what to do next? Whether you’ve been involved in a Women’s Ministries activity before or if you haven’t tried one yet, we encourage you to jump in this fall and try us out! Not sure where to start? Please call us! Michele or Joleen will pick up the phone in the Women’s Ministries office and chat with you about each of these chances to get involved with your church family. We can’t wait to have you join us!

Register for all classes and events at MYmpcepc.org/women

Women’s Ministries | 2021

Memorial Park Church 8800 Peebles Road, Allison Park, PA 15101

MYmpcepc.org/women

Please Contact Us! We love to hear from you!

Michele Holmes

Director of Women’s Ministries

Joleen Clouse Assistant Director

women@memorialparkchurch.org

(412) 348-6575