United in Love, Service and Witness

Abyssinian's women are a vital part of our church, and our Women's Ministry (Aby Women) provides an opportunity for Christian women to gather, to learn, to be uplifted, and to be renewed in safety and sisterhood. Aby Women offers multiple ways to engage throughout the year. Join us and see what only God can do in and through you in the circle of sisters!

Jesus turned and saw her. “Take heart, daughter,” he said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed at that moment.

-Matthew 9:22 NIV

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2026 Aby Woman of the Year!

Our Women's Ministry will highlight a woman in our church who lives our 2026 theme - Abyssinian Women: Restored, Reenergized and Ready for Action!  A multitude of amazing Aby Women have been nominated and we are grateful to all who took the time to highlight an unsung heroine in our midst.  Join us for our Women's Day Worship Service on March 8 at 10:00am to hear the announcement and celebrate our awardee!

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Women of Worship (WOW) Chorale

If God has blessed you with the gift of music, we encourage you to join the Women of Worship (WOW) Chorale.  Our WOW Chorale is open to any woman in our community with a heart to uplift God and spirits in song.  Rehearsals for Women's Day will occur on Thursday, March 5 at 7:00PM and Saturday, March 7 at 10:00AM in the church sanctuary.  For more information, please contact Vinroy D. Brown, Minister of Music, Worship & Arts, at vbrown@abyssinian.org

If God is leading you to serve in this ministry, please complete this sign up to join a committee

Give a special Women’s Day offering as we celebrate and appreciate the women who serve, lead, and inspire in our church.

2026 Theme

Abyssinian Women: Restored, Reenergized and Ready for Action!

Flyer for the Spelman College Glee Club concert, presented by The Abyssinian Baptist Church. Features a photo of the choir and event details for March 17, 2026.

THIS TUESDAY, MARCH 17 AT 7PM the Spelman College Glee Club will be in concert here as the final stop on their Spring Tour.  The SCGC is the only known touring HBCU collegiate choir comprised only of young Black women and they put on a beautiful concert.  The concert is FREE - supported by the generous donations to our Women's Ministry - so please come out and be blessed on March 17 at 7PM. Doors open at 6:30PM. You can get more information by going to our website events page or church lobby.

An invitation for an event called 'Histor-Tea' on Saturday, March 28th, featuring two vintage teacups on a blue and cream striped background.

Join the Abyssinian Baptist Church Archives and History Ministry for a special Histor-Tea honoring the remarkable life and legacy of former Abyssinian Minister of Music and Church Organist Dr. Jewel T. Thompson. This meaningful gathering will celebrate Dr. Thompson’s lasting contributions and the powerful legacy of the Women of Abyssinian.

Promotional flyer for The Whole Her Women's Conference, April 16-18, 2026. Purple background with photos of speakers, event details, and a QR code.

Fellowship Together at The Whole Her Women's Conference

Join your sisters for The Whole Her Women's Conference, April 16-18, 2026 in Atlantic City, New Jersey.  We will be seeking restoration, revival, refilling and a good word as we gather to focus on our spirits, our minds, our bodies and our work - as only we can.  First Lady Kimya is a featured speaker so those sisters who choose to attend and register before March 6 may use the "Harlem20" code to receive a special 20% discount reserved for Aby Women!  If you are planning to attend, please complete this form and let us know!

Click here to see The Whole Her Conference video.


Aby Women Ministry Leadership

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First Lady Kimya Johnson, Esq., Chair

E: kimya@abyssinian.org
T: 212.862.7474x207 
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Dr. Modupe Akinola, Co-Chair

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Deacon Susann Miles, Co-Chair