Annual Gathered Meeting of Presbyterian Women in Missouri Union was held at First Presbyterian, Mexico on Thurs, April 23 (9:30 to 3:00).  Over 60 Presbyterian Women gathered with friends from across the Presbytery to attend an exciting day of worship, a celebration of PW history, and the joy of fellowship.  Highlights were a delicious luncheon prepared by women at First-Mexico, a presentation by CLP Judy King and Elder Bess Gamm about the Criminal Justice ministry of Presbytery, the collection of 10 large boxes of CWS Health Kits for the Festival of Sharing and an insoiring sermon by Rev. Terry Kukuk.  Read more »

Please pray for God’s presence and comfort for Alice Locke, the widow of Rev. Ken Locke.  Mrs. Locke, with her husband, served many congregations in Missouri Union before, during and after the years Rev. Locke was our Executive Presbyter.  After Ken’s death in 2008, Alice has continued to live in Hastings NE, near their son. Alice’s health is has declined and she has been moved into nursing care. Her new address is: The Villa, 931 East F Street, Hastings, NE 68901. Cards of encouragement are much appreciated.  

11/23/08 UPDATE: “We had a great time!” Those attending are planning for 2 to 4 dates in 2009. If you have ideas to offer or want to know more, call David Jones 573/645-4991. What a wonderful setting for creating & sharing friendship and fun!  SECOND ANNUAL Missouri Union Presbytery QUILTING RETREAT Sat, Nov 22 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM.  Read more »

Come join with other Presbyterian Women in Cluster 3 of the Presbytery for a Fall Gathering and Workshops Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at Curryville Presbyterian.

The schedule for the day is as follows:

 9:00     Registration, Fellowship and Refreshments

10:00    Welcome

10:15    Overview of “Jubilee” Luke’s Gospel for the Poor,

             the 2008-09 Horizon’s Bible Study

11:00    Break

11:15    Show & Tell about Presbyterian Women Mission Activities/Projects

 Share a “Minute for Mission” Bring samples and ideas!

12:00    Lunch             Cost: $5

 1:00     “What’s new at Stubbins?”

 1:45     Break

 2:00     Worship – Offering to go to Stubbins Youth Home in Moberly, MO

Please RSVP by October 1, 2008 to Cluster Leaders:

Mary Waddell mwaddell@socket.net

573/324-5678

16782 Highway U

Curryville, MO 63339   or

Dorothy Chilson

573/324-3906

PO Box 124

Curryville, MO 63339

Curryville Presbyterian Church is on Highway 54, 200 East Main Street in Curryville, MO 63339.

Cluster Leaders Allegra Harrison and Kay Metcalf have scheduled Fall Workshops for Saturday, Sept 27 at First Presbyterian Jefferson City for ALL Presbyterian Women in Missouri Union, especially those in Cluster 4 churches.  Two workshops are planned, with all attendees being able to participate in both.  Registration 9:00 a.m.  Workshops 9:30 to 1:00 (concludes with lunch) Cost of Lunch is $5.

Kay Metcalf will present teaching suggestions and overview of 2008-09 Horizons Bible Study–JUBILEE (the Gospel of Luke). Kay recently attended a workshop conducted by Dale Lindsay Morgan, who authored this study, and she has exciting ideas to share!

Fern Lemasters will discuss Advance Directives for Health Issues.  This workshop is especially helpful for those making end-of-life decisions, either for themselves or a loved one.  The time to consider what one wants regarding later years healthcare is before a medical crisis.

Other topics will include July 2009 Churchwide Gathering and computer awareness.

 Registrations/Questions call Kay Metcalf kaymetcalf@hotmail.com and 573/239-1870 or 573/445-1159 or Allegra Harrison 573/690-2169

Presbyterian Women of Missouri Union are invited to attend Fall Workshops at Longwood Prebyterian Church in Marshall on Thursday, Spetember 25. Women at churches in Cluster 1 are espcially encouraged to be part of the training, fellowship and worship with others in their area. Cluster Leaders Sharon Greer and Betty Romig are planning a worthwhile and enjoyable day. Call or email Sharon at 660/879-4465 or jrgreer@iland.net with questions or for more information.

Longwood Presbyterian is at 12340 Longwood Road, Marshall 65340