North Texas Conference (NTC) United Methodist Women (UMW): November 23, 2021
NTC UMW News: 11.23.21

I Will Rejoice in the Lord

Habakkuk 3:18 (CEB): I will rejoice in the Lord. I will rejoice in the God of my deliverance.

Peace be with you. Stay safe. Stay strong. Take care of one another.

Julie B. Noel, President, NTC UMW
"Acknowledging and Learning the Truth About Native American History" - NTCUMC.ORG Article by Ruth Bowen, NTC UMW Mission Co-Coordinator for Social Action
North Texas Conference (NTC) UMW Mission Co-Coordinator for Social Action, Ruth Bowen, has a passion for exploring Native American history, culture and being an advocate for indigenous peoples. "My mom, Donna Ruth Lindsey, ... and Ruth Davis McGuire ... were advocates for and allies with Native American communities."

Read about Ruth's powerful experiences of being in community with the Oklahoma Indian Missionary Conference (OIMC) as an attendee of three in-person OIMC Immersion events, the impact of sharing a meal and conversation with Native Americans, and her longtime interest in attending UMW Mission u studies about indigenous peoples.
Thursday, 11.18.2021, 9:00 a.m. CST - Thursday, 12.02.2021, 10:00 p.m. CST: St. Andrew UMC-Plano UMW Virtual 2021 "Heart of Christmas" Silent Auction
St.Andrew UMC-Plano UMW is hosting its 23rd "Heart of Christmas" silent auction (online only) beginning Thursday, 11.18.21, 9:00 a.m. CST through Thursday, 12.02.21, 10:00 p.m. CST. Silent auction proceeds benefit the following non-profit organizations: The Storehouse of Collin County, Wesley-Rankin Community Center, Methodist Children's Home in Waco and UMCOR (U.S. Storm Relief and 4 Corners Costa Rica Hospital).
Dallas Bethlehem Center (DBC) 2021 Angel Tree Program: Adopt an Angel for Christmas 2021 by Wednesday, 12.01.2021 - Deliver Gifts to DBC on Tuesday, 12.07.2021, 10:00 a.m. CST - 2:00 p.m. CST
Help make this Christmas holiday special for "angels," ages newborn-18 years., in the Dallas Bethlehem Center community. Adopt a DBC angel by Wednesday, 12.01.21.

Gifts requested for each angel -- one of each: coat, underwear, socks, and a toy/gift (no electronics, no bikes; optional gift card max. amt.: $25). Deadline for all gifts to be delivered to the Dallas Bethlehem Center: Tuesday, 12.07.21, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, 12.02.2021, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. CST: National UMW Hosts Film Screening & Reflection Event - End of the Line: The Women of Standing Rock - Registration Required
National UMW invites you to enjoy a special screening of the documentary End of the Line: The Women of Standing Rock. This event is jointly hosted by National UMW's Office of Climate Justice and Office of Racial Justice. Registration required.
Wesley-Rankin Community Center Needs Casseroles for Seniors This Holiday Season: Sign Up Today!
Wesley-Rankin Community Center needs frozen casseroles for its senior neighbors this holiday season. Senior citizens in the Wesley-Rankin neighborhood -- 98% of them -- depend on Wesley-Rankin for meals, and casseroles are needed for these families when Wesley-Rankin is closed for the holidays.
"Draw the Circle Wide" Texas UMW Legislative Event 2022: Saturday, 01.22.2022- Monday, 01.25.2022 - In-Person/Virtual - Registration Now Open
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for "Draw the Circle Wide" Texas UMW Legislative Event 2022 scheduled for 01.22.22-01.25.22 in Austin, TX. Make plans to join other UMW sisters from around Texas either in person or virtually to learn, pray, and advocate for social justice in the Lone Star State.
"Turn It Up!" UMW Assembly 2022: Early-Bird Registration Closes 11.30. 2021 - Room Block Reservations Close 12.01.2021
TURN IT UP! You are invited to experience UMW Assembly 2022 either either in-person or virtually.

DISCOUNTED EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 11.30.21

IN PERSON (INCLUDES FRI./SAT. LUNCH)
$330/person

VIRTUAL
$199/person

HOUSING RESERVATION DEADLINE: 12.01.21

NTC UMW HOTEL ROOM BLOCK
Rosen Plaza Hotel
$158 single/double

A block of 33 rooms is on hold @ the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, FL, through 12.01.21 for NTC UMW members attending UMW Assembly 2022.

Book online or call Orchid Events: 888.341.3540 or 801.214.7283 and specify that you are with the North Texas Conference UMW.

NTC UMW and the South Central Jurisdiction (SCJ) UMW are pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships for UMW Assembly 2022.

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Bible Study Leader
Janet Wolf

Music Leadership Team
Grace Pugh Hubbard
Makeda McCreary
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