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The Purpose The organized unit of the United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ, to develop a creative, supportive fellowship and to expand concepts of Mission through participation in the Global Ministries of the church. ​

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The Five Channels of Mission Giving Pledge to Mission.

 Amounts an individual, a unit or a district decides to give. Special Mission Recognition - An individual or local or district unit honors a special person(s) with a gold label pin and certificate. Gift to Mission - A gift of $5.00 or more for mission is sent to the district in honor of any person. A card is sent by the individual or local unit to the honoree to commemorate a variety of occasions from birthdays to recognition of mission service and many more. Unit treasurer has cards available for your use. Gift in Memory - A Gift of $10.00 will be sent to the district in memory of the loss of a female member of our church. Individuals or circles can also give gifts in memory. World Thank Offering - Gifts given out of gratitude for God’s abundance and in celebration of the joys of life. These gifts are placed in special containers throughout the year and brought to the October meeting.
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The Emblem

The emblem is the emblem of the United Methodist Women, as well as the emblem of the church. It affirms our continuity as women organized for mission and its symbolism affirms our continuous growth and renewal.

The Cross and Flame are ancient symbols of the church, dating back to the days of Christ and Pentecost. Each evokes images of sacrifice, witness and service. This symbol reminds us of our purpose of helping women grow as persons and in community in their understanding of and willingness to participate in the global mission of the church. It reminds us of our heritage, women who pioneered in service for the church at home and abroad and in organization of women for mission service and support in many areas of need.​
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The shape of the emblem is fluid and free flowing, suggesting change and mobility. As organized groups of women, this has been our heritage, often at the forefront of movements for change, aware always of the times and striving to move them rather than be overwhelmed by them. The emblem, and what it represents to us as well as the individual women, is part of the United Methodist Women today. (from the Handbook for United Methodist Women) 
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  • I'm New
    • A Note From Our Pastor
    • Being Methodist
  • About
    • History
    • Staff
    • Join
    • United Methodist News
  • Ministries
    • Sunday School
    • TLC
    • Music Ministries
    • United Methodist Men
    • United Methodist Women
    • Stephen Ministry
    • Videos
  • First Kids
  • Neon Youth
  • Missions
    • Friendship Club
    • Outreach
  • Contact
    • Submit Prayer Requests
  • Events
  • Contribute