She is clothed with strength and dignity;
she can laugh at the days to come.
Proverbs 31:25
Discover PW
If you are a woman who is a member of Brownson and supports the Presbyterian Women’s Purpose, you are already a member of PW in spirit or in action! Currently nearly 100 active members strong, our continuing goal is to increase the number of Brownson women involved in our PW church community. We encourage each of you to bring your time and talents to PW in whatever unique way you wish to contribute. We want you and we need you!
PW Purpose
Brownson PW subscribes to the Purpose of the PW of the PC(USA) as follows:
Forgiven and freed by God in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves
to nurture our faith through prayer and Bible study,
to support the mission of the church worldwide,
to work for justice and peace, and
to build an inclusive, caring community of women that strengthens the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom.
What is a Circle?
Brownson has six Circles, which are small groups of women who gather monthly (except for summer) for Bible study, fellowship, and personal support. Circles meet at varying times.
Choose one that is convenient for you, OR consider organizing one of your own. We’d love that!
Circle 2—2nd Tuesday at 10 AM—Elaine Sills 910-690-5379
Circle 3—2nd Monday at 11 PM—Sandra Olbon 910-603-4804
Circle 4—1st Thursday at 10:15 AM—Kathy McPherson 910-420-0413
Circle 6—2nd Monday at 11 AM —Libby Marsh 910-690-9600
Circle 7—2nd Wednesday at 10 AM—Lisa Beck 910-639-5827
Gatherings
PW holds Gatherings several times a year with guest speakers in the Fall and Spring. All are welcome to attend.
Commitment to Education
Brownson PW first began providing scholarships in 1959, raising funds to support this effort through various events. Through the years, PW scholarships have been awarded to Brownson members pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or divinity school degrees. Applications are available every December for the upcoming school year. For each of the past two years, scholarships have been awarded to 10 graduating or returning students.
The 2026-2027 Application can be found HERE
Coordinating Team
Brownson PW is governed by a group of annually elected leaders known as the Coordinating Team (CT). The current team members are:
2025-2026 Moderator: Gail Cameron
Vice Moderator: Sandra Olbon
Recording Secretary: Robyn Lam
Corresponding Secretary: Priscilla McLeod
Treasurer: Barbara Ross
Spiritual Nurture: Sharon Ramsey
Missions and Celebration Giving: Patricia Smith
Membership: Judy Oldham
Programs: Bonnie Berger and Billie McCaskill
Scholarships: Linda Bryant
Historian: Elaine Sills
Parliamentarian: Trish Harris
For information at the Presbytery level, visit:
www.presbycc.org/presbytery-committees/presbyterian-women
For National PW–PC(USA), visit www.presbyterianwomen.org
If you are a woman who is a member of Brownson and supports the Presbyterian Women’s Purpose, you are already a member of PW in spirit or in action! Currently nearly 100 active members strong, our continuing goal is to increase the number of Brownson women involved in our PW church community. We encourage each of you to bring your time and talents to PW in whatever unique way you wish to contribute. We want you and we need you!
PW Purpose
Brownson PW subscribes to the Purpose of the PW of the PC(USA) as follows:
Forgiven and freed by God in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves
to nurture our faith through prayer and Bible study,
to support the mission of the church worldwide,
to work for justice and peace, and
to build an inclusive, caring community of women that strengthens the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom.
What is a Circle?
Brownson has six Circles, which are small groups of women who gather monthly (except for summer) for Bible study, fellowship, and personal support. Circles meet at varying times.
Choose one that is convenient for you, OR consider organizing one of your own. We’d love that!
Circle 2—2nd Tuesday at 10 AM—Elaine Sills 910-690-5379
Circle 3—2nd Monday at 11 PM—Sandra Olbon 910-603-4804
Circle 4—1st Thursday at 10:15 AM—Kathy McPherson 910-420-0413
Circle 6—2nd Monday at 11 AM —Libby Marsh 910-690-9600
Circle 7—2nd Wednesday at 10 AM—Lisa Beck 910-639-5827
Gatherings
PW holds Gatherings several times a year with guest speakers in the Fall and Spring. All are welcome to attend.
Commitment to Education
Brownson PW first began providing scholarships in 1959, raising funds to support this effort through various events. Through the years, PW scholarships have been awarded to Brownson members pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or divinity school degrees. Applications are available every December for the upcoming school year. For each of the past two years, scholarships have been awarded to 10 graduating or returning students.
The 2026-2027 Application can be found HERE
Coordinating Team
Brownson PW is governed by a group of annually elected leaders known as the Coordinating Team (CT). The current team members are:
2025-2026 Moderator: Gail Cameron
Vice Moderator: Sandra Olbon
Recording Secretary: Robyn Lam
Corresponding Secretary: Priscilla McLeod
Treasurer: Barbara Ross
Spiritual Nurture: Sharon Ramsey
Missions and Celebration Giving: Patricia Smith
Membership: Judy Oldham
Programs: Bonnie Berger and Billie McCaskill
Scholarships: Linda Bryant
Historian: Elaine Sills
Parliamentarian: Trish Harris
For information at the Presbytery level, visit:
www.presbycc.org/presbytery-committees/presbyterian-women
For National PW–PC(USA), visit www.presbyterianwomen.org
2024-2025 BIBLE STUDY
