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Did you ever think of the original Palm Sunday as a political event?

As described in the Gospels, when Jesus humbly entered Jerusalem on a donkey it was in opposition to the pomp, greed and oppression of the Roman Empire, a protest of sorts.

Thousands of Christians, including some United Methodists, will take their Palm Sunday processions outside church walls and into the streets on March 29. Their goal for the Palm Sunday witness: Challenge notions of earthly power and domination with His call to love our neighbors with (Christ-like) humility. May these efforts offer a visible sign of "the Church at its best: united, prayerful and engaged in the work of peace and justice.” . . . read (or listen) to the full story

Blog from Ruth Bowen, Metro North member


I've recently returned from my sixth OIMC Immersion Experience in the UMC Oklahoma Indian Missionary Conference. I continue to learn new things and enjoy the relationships I've developed. There is lots to learn, not only about the Native People's, but about our Methodist relationship with them. 

At the United Methodist Church's 2012 General Conference the UMC held an Act of Repentance with Native Peoples. The intent was for conference and local congregations to. . . read more

National Survey for Local Units

Your responses, along with others from across the country, will help shape how national United Women in Faith plans, supports, and grows our mission. Survey example here. Remember, we're in the South Central Jurisdiction, and in the Horizon TX Conference. 
Click the graphic to do the survey!

Celebration of our 157th Birthday continues!

Your gift donations ensure the future of our vital mission work to improve the lives of women, children, and youth at home and abroad. Please join us and show your appreciation for God’s Grace in Abundance with your generous gift.

EAST DISTRICT: A MORNING APART & ANNUAL MTG

Let Your Light SHINE!
March 28 at 9 am

Plan to join us for this special time together. Our featured speaker will be the Rev. Dana Norton sharing information on the Lydia Patterson Institute the beneficiary of our 2026 Conference Mission Project. Please register so we know how many chairs to set up! There is no fee.

LOCATION: College Mound UMC, 14490 FM 429S, Terrell

HERE WE ARE, LORD: CHURCH WOMEN UNITED MAKING GOOD TROUBLE

March 27 & 28th - Fri. afternoon & Saturday, Virtual via Zoom

As United Women in Faith, we are all part of Church Women United too. CWU's mission: CWU is an inclusive ecumenical Christian women's movement celebrating unity in diversity and empowering women to work towards a world of peace and justice. 

CWU's vision: women of faith cultivating love, hope, and peace for all creation. 

Download the flyer for keynote speakers and to learn more.

It's FREE, so Register online ASAP!

ASSEMBLY 2026 • May 15-17 • Indianapolis

DEADLINE TO REGISTER is APRIL 13th!
The keynote speakers for this quadrennial event will be: 

• Stacey Abrams (voting rights advocate, political leader, and bestselling author)

• Rev. Carolyn Abrams (Stacey's mom & retired United Methodist clergywoman)

Register online: www.uwfaith.org/assembly

Then reserve your hotel room at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown with an enclosed walkway to the convention center by phone (317.262.8191) or online.

QUESTIONS?  Click to Contact: Julie Noel, our Conference Assembly Liaison 

SPEAK UP FOR TEXAS CHILDREN by April 7th! 


Speak out in defense of both religious freedom and the integrity of public education. 
Click to learn more.

New Photo Albums!

Please send your photos to share to photos@UWFaithHTC.org



• 1st ANNUAL MTG & CELEBRATION of Horizon TX Conference UWFaith on March 7th.

• WOMEN'S DAY 2026 at St. Paul UMC in downtown Dallas with Dr. Thalia Matherson speaking and UWFaith CEO Sally Vonner as distinguished guest.

Happy Women's History Month:

Visit the Facebook page of the General Commission on the Status and Role of Women to explore the resources they’ve been posting and continue checking back throughout the month for additional featured stories and ways to engage.

START GATHERING!

Computers and Electronics, Shoes with rubber soles, and Christmas lights!

This Recycling Event on Saturday, April 25th in Dallas is actually a fundraiser for UWFaith missions. More info coming soon!

Learn what we are all about!
1st ANNUAL MEETING CELEBRATION!

STORIES • IDEAS • INSPIRATION


Watch the livestream recordings any time to learn what UWFaith in the Horizon TX Conference values and does. Go to our YouTube channel to find three separate new recordings:

1- the Annual Meeting Celebration with our keynote speaker, Rev. Mara Bim
2 - Our Immigrant Neighbor's Journey and Advocacy Update, Love in Action session speakers: Rev. Rocio Bamihe and Kim Vierrier

3 - Human Trafficking 101, Love in Action session speaker: Dr. Kathleen Premble

The 2026 Program / Resource Book is in the Resource section of our website.

See the 2026 Listing of Burning the Candle dedications. 


SOCIAL WITNESS LUNCH

Tuesday, June 2nd in Wichita Falls

If you will be going to Annual Conference in Wichita Falls this year, choose the Social Witness Lunch option! Co-sponsored by HTC UWFaith (that's us!) and the HTC Church & Society group we'll be the big lunch that day with a great speaker. Details are still being confirmed, but this is where you'll want to be.

LOCATION: Wichita Falls Annual Conference venue

Click for details about these events & more on our website calendar

Week of March 23 • United Women in Faith's National Day of Giving 
March 28 • Dallas Bethlehem Center Easter Extravaganza volunteers needed

April 13 • Last day to register for Assembly 2026!

May 15-17 • UWFaith Assembly 2026 in Indianapolis see above
June 2 • UWFaith Co-Sponsored lunch at Annual Conference!

Click for how to submit your events.

• BLOGS - Soul Care and Member Musings - read them anytime. Send your thoughts & perspectives to news@uwfaithhtc.org

• Local Officer Training - Recordings available with guidelines, ideas, best practices

• Looking for a program? Need a quick or short program? Check out our Program Ideas in the Resources tab on the website. Send us your ideas too!

• Our website calendar is kept up-to-date and always available to confirm dates, details, and locations.

• District information - each District has a webpage that lists District officers, their contact information, District events and updates. Local officers: ask for support as needed from your District counterparts and keep in touch!

• Resources from our 2025 Racial Justice Event are posted on our website with links to watch the plenary session, explanation of the Charter for Racial Justice and more.Look at the RJ Event photo album.

• RESOURCES include an important reminder of the role the church plays in standing for justice and supporting vulnerable communities.

-- Check out the resources for the humane treatment of immigrants and refugees. Provided by the Horizon Texas Conference, immigration resources can be accessed here.

-- Check out the new resources for Creation Care here, including Bible verses, ways you can combat climate change, devotional, FAQ's, podcast and more!

United Women in Faith believe love in action can change the world.

United Women in Faith welcome ALL women of faith, no church membership required. We connect and nurture women through Christian spiritual formation, leadership development, creative fellowship, and education so that they can inspire, influence, and impact communities, locally and globally.