Disciples Women in Weirton, West Virginia, Host Regional Fellowship President at March Meeting

The Disciples Women of Weirton First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) hosted guest speaker Jennifer Allen, president of the West Virginia Region Disciples Women Fellowship, at its March meeting in Weirton.

Allen encouraged members to “stop, look, listen and follow God’s advice” rather than their own, especially in frustrating situations. “Always keep God with you,” she said, citing a passage from the Psalms. Allen lives in Parkersburg and serves alongside her husband, the Rev. Thaddeus B. Allen, regional minister for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).

Susan Beamer of Weirton presented quilted lap robes and a baby quilt that she designed, stitched and custom-embroidered. Members signed cards to accompany the items, which were to go to Allen, to homebound members and to a mother-to-be. The evening’s theme was “He Restores My Soul,” and Connie Norwood gave devotions from Psalm 23.

President Janet Rymer presented a certificate of appreciation to Allen. She also gave appreciation gifts to Norwood, for her work in photography and event planning, and to Suzanne Kuhns, for her contribution of bulletin boards. Norwood reported that the group had made donations to the West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness and to the congregation’s lift replacement fund (Hebrews 13:16).

Secretary Karen Blanc reported that the next meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. on May 11 with a Mother’s Day theme, and members were asked to bring an item or a memory reminiscent of their mother. Meetings are open to all women. Blanc also announced Palm Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. with the cantata “No Stone Could Hold Him,” a Maundy Thursday observance at 7 p.m. on April 6 followed by a 24-hour prayer vigil, and Easter worship at 10:30 a.m. on April 9. The church is located at 3252 Main St., Weirton, and the Rev. Mark W. Mayer is pastor.

Roberta Fedoush, the church’s director of music, accompanied the singing. Vice President Susan Brown led a “Mad Libs” icebreaker, and Carol Skerbetz, president emeritus, served as hostess chair.

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