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The Women of St. Timothy's, or WOST, is a branch of the Episcopal Church Women. Its objective is to promote the mission of the church in the home, parish, community and beyond with worship, prayer, study and gifts.
Every woman of the church is automatically a member of WOST and is welcome to attend any of its functions throughout the year. There are opportunities for fellowship and learning at two luncheon and two dinner meetings each year. WOST has also hosted an annual Women’s Retreat at St. Mary’s Conference Center for the last five years. Approximately 20 to 25 women attend this retreat each year.
In addition to hosting opportunities for growth and fellowship, WOST provides opportunities to volunteer through outreach and in-reach ministries. WOST operates a thrift shop which provides funds for WOST ministries. Contributions of clean clothes, toys, books and small household items are resold by a team of dedicated volunteers. The proceeds are given to local social service agencies and ministries, with a focus on those that serve the poor. WOST also provides two scholarships to the St. Timothy's preschool, and contributes to the East Tennessee ECW. The women also sponsor the October birthday day tea at St. Barnabas Nursing Home and the annual Christmas luncheon for the Widow's Harvest Ministry.
WOST is operated by a board and various service committees, elected each year by the membership. The generous gifts of time and talent from these women ensure that WOST remains a vital part of the ministry of St. Timothy’s.
Ann Pinion, President
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