2007 — 2008
WOMEN'S MINISTRY SPECIAL PROJECTS & OFFERINGS

The Regional Council of Convention recommends annual Women's Ministry Special Projects to which the women of the churches can make a contribution as a visible expression of our corporate ministry. The 2007-2008 projects are:

Project # 1 – Single Parent Family Therapy at the CP Children's Home
The Children's Home seeks to provide high quality therapy sessions for every family in the Single Parent Family program. Although therapy is one of several program components, it is very important to the long term success of the families. Until late 2005, the capacity of this program was four (4) families. With funds generated through the capital campaign they now can serve up to ten (10) families in residence concurrently. Families who enter the program are often on the verge of or are already homeless. The Single Parent Family Program provides a life-saving ministry to these families. Make your checks payable to the Board of Missions and designate for “Single Parent Family Therapy at CPCH” #510-99-0225.

Project #2 – Travel Grants to Assist Internationals Attending General Assembly in Japan 2008
The 2008 General Assembly will be a landmark event. This will be the first time that the Assembly has met outside the USA. It is crucial that non-USA presbyteries be represented by at least one leader. Many of the non-USA presbyteries are in areas of poverty and conflict. The entire Church benefits when their voices are heard at the Assembly. The Board of Missions prepares each year to assist the international participation at the annual General Assemblies, but that budget item will fall short for the 2008 extended travel needs for international commissioners and delegates. This project will help to fill that gap. Make your checks payable to the Board of Missions and designate for “Travel Grants for General Assembly 2008” #510-99-0226.

2007 Convention Offering – Single Parent Family Therapy at the CP Children's Home
See description above. Make your contributions to the Board of Missions, 1978 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104-4134. Make your checks payable to the Board of Missions and designate for “Single Parent Family Therapy at the CP Children's Home” #504-00-0000.

CP Women's Ministry/Beverly St. John Bethel College Scholarship Endowment
This endowment was established in 1976, in honor of Beverly St. John for service given by her to the CPW. A scholarship is to be awarded annually by Bethel College to a young woman going into full time Christian service. Any woman who is planning to enter the ordained Christian ministry, the field of Christian education, the area of music ministry and other related fields will be eligible for the scholarship of $1,500. All Contributions should be mailed to the Board of Missions, 1978 Union Ave., Memphis, TN 38104-4134.
Please make check payable to the Board of Missions and designate for the “CP Women’s Ministry Bethel College Scholarship Endowment”.

WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP FUND
This endowment provides leadership development opportunities for women throughout the denomination. Workshops, retreats, seminars, and conferences on both regional and denominational levels help to achieve the goals of leadership development. Part of this endowment is held in trust, and only the earnings may be used. This will insure leader development funds for current use as well as for future generations.  All Contributions should be mailed to the Board of Missions, 1978 Union Ave., Memphis, TN 38104-4134. Please make check payable to the Board of Missions and designate for the Women's Ministry Leadership Fund.

CORNELIA SWAIN WOMEN'S MINISTRY ENDOWMENT FUND
This endowment was established in 1996 to fund much-needed financial resources for women's ministry. This fund was created to also recognize the works of faith and the labor of love of Cornelia Swain, who has served in women's ministry since May 1, 1977.  All Contributions should be mailed to the Board of Missions, 1978 Union Ave., Memphis, TN 38104-4134. Please make check payable to the Board of Missions and designate for the Cornelia Swain Endowment Fund.

ENDOWMENT GIFTS

Please secure an application and return it with your check or money order for Golden Patron, Silver Patron, Patron, Diamond Perpetual or Perpetual memberships. All memberships should be sent to Board of Missions, 1978 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104-4134 (unless it is for another board or agency). Women making such a contribution, or honored by the bestowal of a membership, will be seated as official delegates in their respective regional meetings and the Convention. Only one name is placed on each membership to the Board of Missions.

Golden Patron Membership Endowment Fund
A gift of $150 to the Board of Missions entitles the donor or person being honored to receive a certificate of recognition from the Board of Missions. The Golden Patron membership is to be bestowed on a woman who has served 50 years or more in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church or Women's Ministry.

Silver Patron Membership Endowment Fund
A gift of $125 to the Board of Missions entitles the donor or person being honored to receive a certificate of recognition from the Board of Missions. The Silver Patron membership is to be bestowed on a woman who has served 25 years or more in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church or Women's Ministry.

Patron Membership Endowment Fund
A Gift of $100 to the Board of Missions entitles the donor or person being honored to receive a certificate of recognition from the Board of Missions.

Diamond Perpetual Membership Endowment Fund
A gift of $50 to the Board of Missions entitles the donor to receive a certificate of recognition from the Board of Missions. The Diamond Perpetual membership may be bestowed on any person of any age for 10 or more years of service in Women's Ministry and/or the church.

Perpetual Membership Endowment Fund
A gift of $30 to the Board of Missions entitles the donor to receive a certificate of recognition from the Board of Missions.

ECUMENICAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIVING

Fellowship of the Least Coin
For only a penny and a prayer a month, Cumberland Presbyterian Women's Ministry can become participants in the Fellowship of the Least Coin—a Fellowship that unites Christian women all over the world in prayerful concern for one another.  For Cumberland Presbyterian Women, the setting aside of a "least coin" and a special prayer may be an individual experience in the home, or a corporate experience at a Women's Ministry or circle meeting each month.  The gathering of the coins is a part of the spring regional program. The check should be sent by June 1, to FLC, Church Women United, 475 Riverside Dr., Suite 1626, New York, NY 10115. A check for the total amount received is sent to the International Committee for FLC which serves as administrator of the fund that is used to give assistance to Christian schools, hospitals, and institutions throughout the world.
 

The American Bible Society
In appreciation for what the American Bible Society is doing for Christian mission throughout the world in translation, publication, and distribution of the Scriptures, Cumberland Presbyterian Women's Ministry are being asked to make a contribution to the American Bible Society in October.  This offering should be sent directly to the American Bible Society, 1865 Broadway FL 4, New York, NY 10023-7505. Be sure to include the name of your organization and denomination to assure proper credit.

Download a Printable Copy of the 2007-2008 Opportunities for Giving (pdf) — Word