Women’s Circles are small groups of women who meet monthly for Bible study, mission outreach, and the chance to foster friendships within the church. All women are welcome to join one of our small discussion groups for the 2024-2025 Bible study "Let Justice Roll Down: God’s Call to Care for Neighbors and All Creation." You are invited to try out more than one circle if you wish to find the one which is the best fit for you. Listed below are the circles and their meeting times. Some circles will meet via Zoom and some will meet in person. Please contact a circle if you are interested in joining, or contact Nancy Hall Berens to learn more.

Second Tuesdays, 10:00 AM
Contact chairs Bobbie Whittier and Alison Griffin at elizabethcircle@wpc-alex.org

Elizabeth Circle has been meeting for many years and continues to inspire and reflect. Second Tuesday mornings find us in the Johnson Parlor taking turns leading the Bible study, praying together and sharing a sandwich for lunch. We enjoy planning and participating in local and national PW activities. In addition to supporting Angel Tree recipients at Christmas, we annually present a check to a church family in need. We are blessed by great attendance and wonderful fellowship, highlighted by a special Christmas lunch at WPC and lunch “out” in June, usually at Goodwin House Alexandria.

Third Tuesdays, 7:30 PM
Contact chair Elizabeth Martineau at hannahcircle@wpc-alex.org

Hannah Circle helps serve and clean up at Congregational Life events; dines together, and participates in service projects including donating our mission collection to Friends of Guest House and making sandwiches for the Bag Lunch Program. We purchase Christmas gifts of bicycles, clothing, and toys for children through the Salvation Army Angel Tree program. We also have a "Yankee gift exchange" at our December meeting.

Second Mondays, 10:00 AM
Contact chair Melynda Wilcox at lydiacircle@wpc-alex.org

Lydia Circle, our newest circle, started in the spring of 2018. This new circle is designed to offer another circle option for women who have flexibility during the weekday. The timing of Lydia Circle fits well with preschool or elementary school hours, but women of any age are welcome. Our members appreciate the enrichment of having Bible study together and the support of a group of new friends.

Third Mondays, 7:30 PM
Contact co-chairs Melissa McClellan and Sara DeWitt at marycircle@wpc-alex.org

We welcome participation from women interested in joining our "book club"-style circle meetings on a flexible basis. Additionally, we have fostered a collective interest in community service, volunteering at Carpenter's Shelter among other efforts. Mary Circle, which started out as an evening circle for mothers of young children some years ago, now has an expanded membership of women in their 20s to 40s, some with and some without children. This diverse group of women have been a welcome addition to the original circle membership, and we hope to build on that momentum.

Second Tuesdays, 7:00 PM on Zoom
Contact chair Janet Harris at rachelcircle@wpc-alex.org

A diverse group of ladies of all ages, Rachel Circle is composed of some ladies who have been members of this circle for decades, whereas new members continue to join us. We support one another, as well as the mission programs of PW, and we socialize twice a year by dining out together. We enjoy being together and sharing our thoughts about life and our philosophies, while learning more about the Bible through our lessons each month.

Second Wednesdays, 10:00 AM
Contact chair Sheila Weiss at ruthcircle@wpc-alex.org

If you desire in-depth Bible study from volunteer leaders within our membership, visit Ruth Circle in Johnson Parlor and on Zoom on second Wednesday mornings. Everyone has input in timely discussions, prayer joys/concerns. We always leave rejoicing in God's presence and feeling we are truly sisters in Christ! We experience the joy of giving to Spirit Lake Reservation, Moi’s Bridge Academy, Presbyterian Home of the Highlands, Angel Tree children and a family in need from our Sunshine/Mission offerings.

Second Tuesdays, 7:00 PM on Zoom
Contact co-chairs Marianne Jones and Judy Harper at sarahcircle@wpc-alex.org

Sarah Circle members share joys and concerns at each meeting which helps us build stronger personal connections and give support to our sisters. The Sarah Circle “Sunshine” fund is used to purchase Angel Tree gifts and to support local organizations and charities. We have a Christmas gathering at a member’s home, and in June we enjoy an end-of-the-year Potluck.