PWCN and Bible Studies

The Presbyterian Women's Association of the Congregation of Northminster Presbyterian Church invites friends of the community to our various activities. Seven different groups or circles meet monthly (September-June) at scheduled times to nurture fellowship and faith through prayer and Bible study. We observe the Fellowship of the Least Coin, work with Church Women United projects and explore ways to help uplift activities in the Broad Ripple area. Each circle chooses its own activities of interest as we participate in the Global Mission of the Presbyterian Church.  Unless otherwise noted, contact Wanda Wheeler for more information about Presbyterian Women's groups at 317-251-7521.

Circle 1- meets on the fourth Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in the Knox Room or at the House Café at Glendale Mall. Circle 1 is made up of mature working and retired women. Monthly donations are made to the Washington Street Presbyterian Church Food Pantry. Gloves and dental and cosmetic supplies are donated to a women's prison. Contact Norma Arend, 251-1549

Circle 3 - meets the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Knox Room. It's membership is comprised of women in their mid 40's to late 50's. Members supply uniforms for the pupils at Indianapolis Public School #55. The members enjoy an annual weekend retreat to foster friendship and socialization. Contact Mary Beth Riner, .

Circle 4 - holds their meeting on the third Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in the Calvin Hall Annex. These retired women design the exhibits for the beautiful PWCN monthly bulletin boards and donate dental supplies for health projects. Contact Barbara Walsh, 251-1807.

Circle 5 - gathers for a noon luncheon meeting on the third Wednesday in the Knox Room. Members give monthly donations of gloves for women prisoners and supply items for health kits sent to Church World Service. Circle 5 members are retired. Contact Martha Corbett, 259-7597.

Circle 6 - meets in member's homes at 9:30 a.m. on the third Thursday of each month. They assist the PWCN treasurer, Janet Swearingen, with collections of 2-cents-a-meal, birthday and thank offerings. Circle 6 members are retired. Contact Ann Dunipace, 872-5686.

Circle 7 - meets on the third Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the Calvin Hall Annex. They plan the annual food and bake sale, which is the only moneymaking project. Circle 7 members are retired.  Contact Mary Kuhlman, 238-3897.

Support Group for Mothers of Children Birth-5 years

Contact Liz Neterval at or Julie Shannon at .

Support group for Mothers of Children 5-13 years

Contact Barb Hill at or Donna Schmahl at

The Compassionate Concern Group is often called on to serve meals for bereaved  families.

Prayer Groups: The Hannah Prayer Group meets each Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel. The Pauline Prayer Group meets on the first and third Thursdays at 9:00 a.m.  The Steinmeier Prayer Group meets on the fourth Thursday at 10:00 a.m. in individual's homes.  For information on prayer groups, contact .

The White Cross Guild meets at 9:00 a.m. on the third Monday in the Calvin Hall Annex. They prepare bandages for Methodist Hospital.

The Reception Committee plans and serves parties for Joan Fortune Memorial events, weddings and anniversary receptions.

A Mentoring and Prayer Partnership has been activated pairing 18 college women with PWCN members.

Several Bridge Groups meet monthly for friendship and card playing. Contact Barbara Shoemaker, 251-5069

Contact Wanda Wheeler for more information about Presbyterian Women's groups at 317-251-7521.

Women's Bible Study
Meets every Tuesday from 10:45 a.m. to noon in room 110.  Contact Associate Pastor, Ruth Moore, at 251-9489 ext. 14 or for more information.