The United Methodist Women's Organization Women's Division and United Methodist Women Web Site

The organized unit of 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.

A member of United Methodist Women is one who commits herself to our purpose and chooses to participate in meetings, prayer, giving, study, action and/or service. The organization celebrates an inclusive membership and welcomes all women who want to be members.

Education is central to expanding our concepts of mission. Through a wide variety of events and resources on Conference, District and Local levels United Methodist Women can grow in their relationship to God through Jesus Christ.

United Methodist Women Philanthropies

One of UMW's Philanthropic projects is the saving of stamps that get sent to Japan. The following was received by Happy Harris, who has taken responsibility for preparing and sending the stamps:

"Thank you so much for your kindness in sending used postage stamps. We received them with great appreciation. Packages of used stamps come every day from all corners of Japan, as well as from abroad. They will be changed into money once in awhile by stamp collectors and professional dealers. The money helps fund medical services in Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Nepal. (We send 7 doctors, nursers, and support 7 medical students in Asian countries.) ...... I tis wonderful and encouraging to have support from abroad.

With many thanks,

Japan Overseas Christian Medical Cooperative Services. "

When saving stamps please leave a quarter of an inch of paper around the outside edge of the stamp. Metered stamps cannot be used.

Please continue to save youraluminum can-tabs. They go to The Ronald McDonald House. Also, soup labels, etc. are sent to The McCurdy School in Espanola, New Mexico, or Henderson Settlement in Frakes, KY. Used eye glasses are in demand for needy people here and abroad.

UMW is grateful for all that you give.

Many Gifts - One Spirit

LOCAL MEETING TIMES

U. M. W. General Meeting

Usually the third Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

Executive Meeting

Third Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

CIRCLES

ESTHER

Second Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Leaders: JoAnn Smith and Marge Peckham.

MARY

Second Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Leaders: Nancy Garner and Mary Ann Hill.

NOW CIRCLE

Sunday afternoons at 4:00 p.m. once a month. Leader: Maxine Trent.