WOMEN'S MINISTRIES comes together in fellowship, ministering to the unique needs of women in the church, enabling us to fulfill our potential as servants of God, strengthening the total ministry of the church.

The Three Circles of Women's Ministries continue with:

• Naomi's Circle Meeting the second Tuesday of each month at 11 AM, September through May. Contact Deane Algeo or Jean White.
• Mary Martha's Circle Meets the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM, September through May. Contact Sharl Gorton, Elizabeth Shank or Ruth Miguel.
• Chat 'N' Craft (formerly Sew Whats) Meet the second and fourth Tuesday afternoon at 1:00 PM, September through May. Contact Adele Davis or Marge Wilkinson.

All women of the church, young and old, are invited and encouraged to participate in our or more of these activities or groups. Let us know your interest and expertise. All ideas are welcome for consideration.

We will meet in August to develop our vision and mission for Women's Ministries and brainstorm ideas for other projects and programs. Keep watching the church newsletter The Arden Outlook and the website www.ardencc.com to find out what's happening with our groups.

The Service Projects this Group of Women has supported are:

• Food Pantries
• Clothing Donations
• Union Gospel Mission
• Christmas Baskets
• The Giving Tree providing Christmas Gifts for Families in Need
• Layettes for babies of Families in Need
• Powerhouse Ministries
• 2^nd Mile Offerings
• Adopted Family Program
• Memorial Reception and Others
• Raley's Scrip Program
• Eyeglasses for Third World Countries
• Dolls to aid in Medical Treatment for Children
• Activities we currently sponsor are:
• Valentine Dinner
• Christmas Tea
• Spring Festival & Fashion Show
• Monthly Luncheons featuring a Guest Speaker or Program
• The Potato Bar Luncheon
• Craft Fairs
• Annual Garage Sale & Snack Bar