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Presbyterian Women Least CoinFellowship of the Least Coin

Fellowship of the Least Coin links prayer and "least coins" in a very significant way, as the least coin becomes the symbol of prayer for peace and reconciliation. Fellowship of the Least Coin, an ecumenical prayer movement, was begun in 1956 by Shanti Solomon of India who believed that women anywhere could have a sense of being part of a worldwide family of faith as they prayed for peace and reconciliation and set aside the least coin of their country as a symbol of that prayer. As coins are gathered from around the world, they become a sign of our oneness in the common quest for peace, justice and reconciliation. May 7, May Friendship Day, is the traditional day for collecting the Least Coin Offering.

Grants are made by an international committee for special projects of evangelism, service, ecumenical solidarity, awareness-building among women and relief throughout the world. Presbyterian women are encouraged to participate in the Fellowship of the Least Coin. You may order copies of the Circle of Prayer, a booklet of meditations and prayers by women around the world, through Church Women United, by calling (800) 298-5551, option 3. Download the Fellowship of the Least Coin prayer card. Access the suggested liturgy for the Ingathering Service of the Fellowship of the Least Coin.

*This information used kindly from the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) website.

Presbyterian Women Purpose

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 (USA) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom.

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