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BK A09 112C1
24 READY-TO-USE PROGRAMS FOR WOMEN'S GROUPS
MacNeill, Dorothy
Each chapter of user-friendly book includes how to prepare, the call to worship, a prayer, a hymn suggestion, a suggested Scripture, a reflection, the program, and a closing. Programs for fall, Advent, Christmas, winter, spring, Lent, and general use are all here, along with an index of Scripture references and hymns used in the programs.


VT A09 002C1
200 YEARS OF PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN

Wallace, Julia Kuhn
Presbyterian women have a mission, a voice, and a place in the church. Two centuries after the first Presbyterian women gathered to pray and donate their hard-earned pennies to the church, Presbyterian women continue to take "Christ into every area of life." Study guide included. 

KT A09 002C1
ADVOCACY FOR WOMEN'S CONCERNS COMMITTEE

Catron, Janice E.; Dobson, David M.
Includes such issues as: "Military and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of women, Plight of Women and Children Forced Into International Prostitution, Report on the Girl Child," and "Fourth World Conference on Women, Beijing, China." 

BK A09 001C1
ALL OF THE WOMEN OF THE BIBLE

Deen, Edith
Offers a rich biographical perspective on every female figure in scripture-including the famous, the little-known, and even the unnamed. In 300 engaging and insightful portraits, the author brings alive the women whose profound influence is felt throughout the Bible. 


BK A09 114C1
BAD GIRLS OF THE BIBLE

Higgs, Liz Curtis
Meet Bad-to-the-Bone Jezebel and Bad-for-a-Moment Lot's wife. Share a rebellious snack with Eve and a delicious drink of water with the woman at the well. Toss out a red cord with redeemed Rahab, and snip a new do with Delilah. Learn lessons from Sapphira, Michal, and Potiphar's wife on what not to do, while the sinful woman who anointed the feet of Jesus sheds timeless tears that still touch hearts today.


BK A09 007C1
BIRTHDAY OFFERING

Cunningham, Sarah
Contains information on current year, including brochure containing descriptions of the projects selected, Birthday Offering envelope, poster, bulletin cover, interpretation materials, etc. 

VT A09 001C1
CELEBRATE-WOMEN'S 1994 BIRTHDAY OFFERING

Wallace, Julia Kuhn
For interpretation of the Birthday Offering of the Presbyterian Women. 

BK A09 005C1
CERTAIN WOMEN

L'Engle, Madeleine
The stories of actor David Wheaton and the biblical King David, and the women in their lives are simultaneously woven together and unraveled in a narrative rich in theatrical tradition and archetypal wisdom. 

BK A09 011C1
DO WHAT YOU HAVE THE POWER TO DO

Pearson, Helen Bruch
A study of six women who encountered Jesus: "Woman Who Anointed Jesus, Bent-Over Woman, Woman Who Extended the Lord's Table, Woman Who Broke the Curse, Woman Who Had a Near-Death Experience," and "Woman Who Hauled Living Water." 

BK A09 110C1
ESTHER'S FEAST

Tull, Patricia K.
This PW Bible study for 2001-2002 is based on 9- sessions. It deals with the same problems that Americans face daily: vengeance, violence, power, racial and gender conflicts, and even anti-Judaism. Esther is unusual among books of the Bible in that, throughout the story as it appears sin the Hebrew text and is best known to Protestants, God never appears, nor is even mentioned. Prayer, worship, sacrifice, and the law never come into play. 

BK A09 012C1
FACE IS FAMILIAR-REMEMBERING UNNAMED WOMEN IN SCRIPTURE
Westfall, Louise; Westfall, Sue; Westfall, Mary
The women profiled in this study, with one exception, were chosen from among the large body of unnamed biblical characters-both women and men. Remembering each one offers an opportunity to recognize some familiar faces in that great cloud of witnesses. The challenge of any Bible study lies in hearing the Divine Word within the human written words, which reflect the social, historical, and cultural circumstances of their ancient time.

CT A09 003C1
FACE IS FAMILIAR
This set of cassettes is a reading of the Horizons Bible Study of the same title. It can be used to prepare for group study, add variety to group presentation, given to someone with limited vision, taken to a homebound person, shared with an absent group member, and listened to while you walk or drive.

BK A09 030C1
FAITH OF OUR FOREMOTHERS: WOMEN CHANGING RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Keely, Barbara Anne
Here are the stories of 12 women, all religious educators who transformed the field of religious education, some long before the contemporary feminist movement. Though the women represent different times, interests, and approaches to the discipline, they all shared a commitment to creative and enthusiastic religious education. 

BK A09 020C1
FEMINIST THEOLOGICAL ETHICS

Daly, Lois
Documents ongoing feminist ethical and theological discussions in a comprehensive manner. Includes contributions of more than 20 women scholars, covering a wide range of issues. 

BK A09 010C1
GOD IMAGES AND SELF ESTEEM

Saussy, Carroll
The author believes that women, especially, have difficulty with self esteem. She interviews 21 women to understand their struggle within a system that fosters poor self esteem and provides a plan for building stronger self esteem. 


BK A09 034C1

MANUAL FOR PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN (REVISED 1995)

Butler, Jennifer; Gillis, Melissa
This comprehensive manual is designed for us by Presbyterian Women in local congregations, Presbyteries, Synods and General Assembly. It gives history, overviews, job descriptions, resources, suggestions for getting more women involved in PW, etc. 

BK A09 004C1
MARY MAGDALENE AND MANY OTHERS

Ricci, Carla
The book discusses "the women with Jesus at the outset of his public activity in Galilee, listed after the Twelve...a group of women who unswervingly followed Jesus...from Galilee to Jerusalem, through his passion and death, to be the messengers of the resurrection." 

KT A09 001C1
MISSION OPPORTUNITIES HANDBOOK-PW

Catron, Janice E.; Dobson, David M.
This handbook contains ideas for organizing mission work in Presbyterian Women groups, both nationally and internationally. It includes ideas, patterns, and instructions for shipping. 

BK A09 039C1 
MONOLOGUES FOR THE FACE IS FAMILIAR

Westfall, Mary; Westfall, Louise; Westfall, Sue
Includes a script to be used with each of the 9 lessons in the PW Horizon's Bible Study, The Face Is Familiar: Remembering Unnamed Women in Scripture (2003-2004)

CT A09 003C1
MONTREAT WOMEN'S CONFERENCE-2001
These tapes are the plenary presentations by Patricia Tull and Kathleen O'Connor on the 2001-2002 women's Bible study on the book of Esther.

BK A09 111C1 
NO LONGER STRANGERS: A STUDY OF THE LETTER TO THE EPHESIANS

Huggins, Kay

In a letter divided into six chapters, Paul moves the Ephesian congregation through passages of rejoicing, thanksgiving, revelation, preaching, admonition, and counsel. In the final verses, he gives metaphorical advice on how a Christian contends with evil that assails both churches and individuals. He entreats them to pray in the Spirit constantly for the witness of the churches, for their individual strength as Christians, and for him as he preaches the gospel message.

CT A09 001C1
OLD SONGS FOR A NEW MILLENNIUM-A STUDY OF PSALMS
Downs, Fane
The first three sides contain lessons 1-9 of the 1999-2000 Horizons Bible study, "Old Songs for a New Millennium-A Study of Psalms." Side 4 includes a recording of each of the hymns recommended for use with the Bible study lessons.

BK A09 036C1
OLD SONGS FOR A NEW MILLENNIUM: A STUDY OF PSALMS
Downs, Fane
This nine-session Bible study prepared for Presbyterian Women comes with study helps, bibliography, and suggested readings. It is appropriate for use in other settings.

BK A09 023C1
PASSION & REASON: WOMENVIEWS OF CHRISTIAN LIFE

Long, Grace C.
Cumming Provides a Christian ethic from the perspective of women's experiences. The author constructs an unconventional approach to moral questioning, using creative arts in finding ways to respond to God and to the social crises of our day. 

BK A09 038C1
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN COORDINATING TEAM MEMORY BOOK-PROVIDENCE PRESBYTERY

Downs, Fane
This is a collection of minutes, newspaper articles, brochures, of the Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team of Providence Presbytery. It is shelved on one of the top shelves in the Resource Center. 

KT A09 003C1
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN LEADERSHIP PACKET

Catron, Janice E.; Dobson, David M.
This packet includes brochures covering the purpose and work of Presbyterian Women. Helpful information for those who are local congregation PW leaders and members of presbytery coordinating teams. 

BK A09 037C1
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN-PROVIDENCE PRESBYTERY-LOCAL CHURCH HISTORIES-1998

Downs, Fane
This is a compilation of the histories of local church histories received for 1998. It is shelved on one of the top shelves in the Resource Center History; Women; Providence; Presbytery AD Notebook Presbyterian Women of Providence Presbyterian. 1999

BK A09 002C1
SACRED JOURNEYS-A WOMAN'S BOOK OF DAILY PRAYER

Richardson, Jan L.
This book of daily prayers begins with Advent and moves through the seasons of the church year. This is a section of questions (or thoughts) following each daily reading, and a call for a time of prayer, pondering, journeling and meditation as you dwell upon the text for the day. 

BK A09 015C1
SHE FLIES BEYOND

Webb, Pauline
This book is the story of a meeting of women, and made up of the stories of women. But, the vision is beyond "women's issues" to the affirmation all people. It is the memories and hopes of women in the ecumenical movement. 

BK A09 040C1 
SISTERS OF MERCY , DAUGHTERS OF GRACE

This book includes the Report from the Advocacy Committee on the issue of prostituted women in our society and Presbyterian responses to it. It also includes a Bible study that looks at the ways prostitution is treated in the Bible.

BK A09 022C1
SISTERS STRUGGLING IN THE SPIRIT

Lewis, Nantawan B.
Contains the faith journeys of Africa-American, Asian-American, Hispanic, and Native-American women. This book is helps Christians and other believers to enhance their own interpretations of the Bible and understandings of God. 

BK A09 009C1
STILL FLOWING: WOMEN, GOD AND CHURCH

Paterson, Gillian
The Ecumenical Decade-Churches in Solidarity with Women built on the long engagement of the World Council of Churches in issues regarding women in church and society. The author draws on the festival in Harare, Zimbabwe in November 1998 and her own experience to discuss key questions that face women and men in the churches. 

BK A09 021C1
THANK OFFERING

Daly, Lois
Brochure (including health ministries) on application for grants, kinds of projects funded. Samples of offering envelope, placemat, poster, bulletin cover, skit, minute-for-mission script, interpretation sheet, etc. 

BK A09 003C1
VOICES OF EXPERIENCE

Brasfield, Alice
Nineteen clergywomen offer firsthand accounts of their faith journeys within the Presbyterian Church. Pioneers within the structure of the church, these women are also pioneers in writing their own experiences. "The book is a gift of encouragement to women clergy and Christians in general." 

BK A09 006C1
WE BELONG TOGETHER

Cunningham, Sarah
This collection of essays is used by the author to set an "itinerary" that reveals how deep in church, society, and psyche are the patterns that exclude women, finds fresh routes of interpreting the Bible, and maps out ways to support women. 

BK A09 031C1
WHEN WE ARE ALL STRONG-UNDERSTANDING GENDER DISCRIMINATION

Butler, Jennifer; Gillis, Melissa
A study and action guide on women's issues, providing in-depth analysis in everyday language. Designed for use in adult and youth groups, it addresses a diversity of issues. Helps women and men, girls and boys can begin to understand gender discrimination and build gender justice. 

BK A09 113C1
WITH LOVE AND WITH PASSION: WOMEN'S LIFE & WORK IN THE WORLDWIDE CHURCH
Raiser, Elisabeth; Robra, Barbara
This beautifully done book picks up on the themes of the Decade in Solidarity with Women, following the lives of women around the world as they face racism, refugees, HIV/Aids, and violence. It also focuses on women who have played key roles both in their regions and in international ecumenical organizations.


BK A09 016C1
WOMAN WISE

Webb, Pauline
A 23" x 35" poster filled with women worth listening to. These 19th- and 20th century women, famous or ought-to-be famous, share their wisdom about life, women, justice, children, and doing what needs to be done. 

CT A09 002C1
WOMEN AND THE WORD
Gench, Frances Taylor
These tapes are for use with the Presbyterian Women's Bible study "The Gospel of John." Some suggested uses are: gift to a homebound person, share with an absent circle member, listen as preparation for group Bible study, use portions for variety in presenting the study to a group, give to someone for whom reading is difficult, or listen while you drive or exercise.


BK A09 008C1
WOMEN AND THE WORD-STUDIES IN THE GOSPEL OF JOHN

Gench, Frances Taylor
The Gospel of John contains some of the most beloved passages in the New Testament. For that reason, many people often cite it as their favorite among the Gospels. This study provides an opportunity for a deeper understanding of the unique perspective offered by this Gospel on the life and message of Jesus Christ.

BK A09 027C1
WOMEN OF FAITH OF THE PCUSA--1986-1996

Basham, Beth
The story of women in the history of the church is integral to understanding the very life of the church. This book chronicles the story of 38 remarkable women of faith as they tell their stories. 

BK A09 029C1
WOMEN'S SPIRITUAL FORMATION NETWORK DIRECTORY

Basham, Beth
A directory of women across the denomination who are engaged in spiritual formation ministries in many areas with women and men. 

BK A09 035C1
YEARS OF STRONG EFFORT: DEVELOPMENT OF WOMEN'S ORGANIZATIONS

Chapman-Adisho, Annette
For women and men to study the growth and changes in the women's organizations in the church. While it is written from a historical perspective, it is not exhaustive. 

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