The Women’s Ministry seeks to disciple women in the word of God to his glory. We pursue this call in study, fellowship, cultivating friendships, and reaching our neighbors for Christ. We invite you to explore the opportunities below.

Summer Events

SUMMER SIXES
June–August
These local small groups get together several times over the summer months. Registration is closed. Contact Suki Dicker at sdicker@4thpres.org for more information.

SUMMER BOOK CLUBS

Tuesday evenings and Wednesday mornings
Let's read good books and connect with one another this summer!
Registration deadline: Sunday, June 22

Option 1
Tuesdays, June 24–July 29 | 6:30–8 p.m.
An Evening at the Theater; Play Readings
Facilitated by Amanda Westly, Veronica Lowther, and others
Experience the power of drama, gaining a deeper understanding of text, characters, and themes in three plays by Christian playwrights. Join us in bringing stories to life and exploring the human condition through dialogue and action. Absolutely no drama experience needed.

Option 2
Tuesdays, June 24–July 29 | 6:30–8 p.m.
"Experiencing Art Through the Lens of Faith" has reached capacity. If you would like to be on the waitlist in case of a cancellation, please contact Suki (sdicker@4thpres.org or 301-320-3600 x224).

Option 3
Wednesdays, June 25–July 30 | 10–11:30 a.m.
"The Lord of Psalm 23: Jesus Our Shepherd, Companion and Host," by David Gibson
Facilitated by Allison Harrison
Dig deeper into Psalm 23 finding fresh encouragement in each verse, as David Gibson examines the psalm’s 3 depictions of our union with Christ: sheep and shepherd, traveler and companion, and guest and host. Gibson provides canonical context for the psalm's beautiful imagery, inspiring praise, and wonder as readers reflect on the loving Shepherd who meets our every need.

Option 4
Wednesdays, June 25–July 30 | 10–11:30 a.m.
"On Reading Well: Finding the Good Life Through Great Books," by Karen Swallow Prior
Facilitated by Joe Ann Stenstrom
Enjoy this guided tour through works of great literature, exploring twelve virtues that philosophers and theologians throughout history have identified as essential for good character and the good life. Swallow Prior explores some of the most compelling universal themes in classic books, helping readers learn to love life, literature, and God through their encounter with great writing.

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Bible Studies

Women's Groups

Looking Ahead

G2G Bible Study
G2G will resume on Wednesday, September 3, with our Fall Kick-Off. We will be studying the book of Hebrews in the fall and Ecclesiastes in the spring.
Registration will open in late summer.
For more information please contact Suki, sdicker@4thpres.org.

Fall Hike: Saturday, October 4

Women of the Word: Conference and Brunch: Saturday, October 25
8:30 a.m.–11:30 p.m. | Upper Room
Guest speaker: Mary Ann Bell, author and Founder/Director Emerita, Romanian Christian Enterprises.
Topic: To serve or not to serve? Living Out Kingdom Ethics

Women's Retreat: February 20–22, 2026
Turf Valley Resort, Ellicott City, Md.
Guest Speaker: Mary Hannah, Director of Women in Ministry, Second Presbyterian Memphis, and Professor of Old Testament, Memphis City Seminary

Resources

2025 Women's Retreat
Lindsey Carlson | "Persevering in Hope"
Message Audio from April 4–5
Note: Sessions 2 & 3 are missing their first couple minutes of audio.

2025 Women of the Word Conference
Salome Nengean | "Proclaiming the Lord's Faithfulness: Reflections on Psalm 145"
Message Audio from February 22

2024 Women's Retreat
Connally Gilliam | "Being Known: A Joyful Journey in Philippians"
Message Audio from February 23–25

Women's Council

Fourth Presbyterian Church's Women's Council was established in 2013 and is made up of a small group of women who commit to lead, love, and pray for the women of Fourth. The group changes yearly, but the overall purpose of the Women’s Council remains the same – to coordinate and oversee all women’s Bible studies, discipleship and mentoring groups, and events.

2023-2024 Council Members

Fourth Staff: Suki Dicker
Advisors: Betsy West, Rebecca Sparks-Korossy

Members-at-Large
Hannah Falcone, Karen Gray, Susan Jansen, Hannah Lyons, Katy Mayer, Susan Minite, Carol Van Duzer