Presbyterian Women is an organisation within the Presbyterian Church in Ireland that enables, encourages and equips women to become disciples of Christ.
Who We Are
Most congregations in PCI have a Presbyterian Women’s Group. These groups are envisaged as fellowships in which women of all ages and stages of life are able to come together to grow in their faith through Bible study, prayer, teaching and through growing in community together.
What We Do
Presbyterian Women supports the development of ministry among women in PCI through the creation of group resources, running women’s conferences and facilitating training events.
We support the work of the Council of Mission in Ireland by helping to fund deaconess training and the outreach of South Belfast Friendship House into Sandy Row. We also support the Council for Global Mission as they send out and fund global mission workers in countries across the globe. Each year, Presbyterian Women also select special projects, both at home and overseas, through donations made to our Mission Fund.
What We Create
Presbyterian Women is involved in the creation and distribution of a range of resources and materials designed for personal use, and for use within women’s ministry contexts; each year, these are based on our annual theme, which for 2025/26 is God ... ever present. Click on the links below to find out more about some of these resources:
Presbyterian Women Annual Conference May 2025 – God ... ever present
The new theme for 2025/26 'God ... ever present' was launched on 10 May with guest speaker Sian Wyn Rees. Recordings of Sian's talks will be available to watch soon. Read the news item on the conference here.
An update on the PW Special Projects can be viewed by clicking here.
Get Involved
Meet The Team
Presbyterian Women currently employ four members of staff, and are supported by a dedicated team of volunteers, including Office Bearers.
Women's Ministry and PW Development Officer
Pauline Kennedy
I have been involved in women’s ministry at home and overseas for many years, and I have a passionate, heartfelt vision from God for all women across our land and beyond to know that they are valued and that their identity in Christ has real purpose. As Women’s Ministry and PW Development Officer it is my responsibility to support the ministry of Presbyterian Women, as well as assisting in the development of strategy and coordination of women’s ministry in general.
Contact:
Telephone: PW Office +44 (0)28 9041 7258
Email: pkennedy@presbyterianireland.org
Senior Administrative Assistant
Rose McCullagh
In a nutshell, I am thoughtful, caring, faithful, fun-loving, sensitive, devoted, mischievous, compassionate, patient, relational and thorough. As Senior Administrative Assistant I am responsible for finance related duties, deputation arrangements and secretarial and administrative duties.
Senior Administrative Assistant (part time)
Shannon Steed
I am a member of Orangefield Presbyterian Church and I am married to James and mum to Ezekiel, aged 3yrs. In my spare time, I love to bake and enjoy going for long walks and spending time with family.
Senior Administrative Assistant (part time)
Ruth McKeown
I am a member of Tartaraghan Presbyterian Church in Co Armagh and am granny to Josh, Kate, Emilia, Alex and Millie. In my spare time I love to read and travel.
Email: pw@presbyterianireland.org
2024-26 Office Bearers
Ellen Hillen - Panel Convener
In May 2025, Ellen became Convener of Presbyterian Women’s Panel. Ellen has been a member of the PW Panel for a number of years and she is very involved in the leadership team of her Presbyterian Women’s Group in St. Columba’s Presbyterian Church, Lisburn.
Linda Beattie – President
In May 2025, Linda became Presbyterian Women’s President for 2025/26. Linda has been a member of PW Panel for a number of years, she also serves on the Inspirations Subgroup and is also very involved in the leadership team of her Presbyterian Women’s Group in Joymount PC in Carrickfergus.
Libby Russell - Home Vice President
In May 2024, Libby became Presbyterian Women’s Home Vice President for 2024/2026. Libby has been a member of the PW Panel for a number of years and she is very involved in the leadership team of her PW Group in Ballycarry Presbyterian Church where her husband Mark is minister.
Fiona Simpson - Overseas Vice President
In May 2025, Fiona became the new Overseas Vice President having been a member of PW Panel for a number of years. Fiona is also very involved in the leadership team of her Ladies' Group (PW) in Sligo Presbyterian Church.