Episcopal Church Women (ECW)

Source: Site page, Christ Church Riverdale (CCR) Ministries — Episcopal Church Women (ECW).

Key points

National ECW has existed since 1871; a ministry of the Episcopal Church focused on women's rights, the Christian foundation of God and family, grants, and children's programs.
CCR's parish ECW chapter was reactivated in 2026, supported by emily-anderson-lukanich and the Vestry. Goal: empower CCR women through gatherings, spiritual growth, fellowship.
Daughters of Bethany Daughters of the King (DOK) chapter, established 2020, collaborates.
Officers: Stephanie Mitchell (President), Mandy Colgan (VP), Sarah Rybka (Treasurer), elizabeth-weeks (Secretary), Aija Sears (Altar Guild/DOK rep); to be presented for commissioning and installation later this year.
Lenten United Thank Offering (UTO) raised nearly $700 before May submission.
First annual general meeting: afternoon tea Sat. May 9, 1:30-3:30 p.m.; guest speaker Dianne Roberts, ECW Province II Chair.

Spiritual Workshop and Potluck Tea, Sat. Nov 7, 1:00-3:00 p.m. at CCR: "Exploring Your Spiritual Gifts," led by Rev. Deacon Marcia Blaize Callender. RSVP with treat (sweet or savory); teas provided by ECW; donations welcome. Contact: ecw@christchurchriverdale.org.

Marcia Blaize Callender: Deacon at Saint Michael's Episcopal Church (Upper West Side, Manhattan) since Oct 2024; former CCR member (Sunday School teacher, Eucharistic Minister, Vestry member, Warden).