NTC UWFaith News: August 28, 2024 | |
AWARENESS * ADVOCACY * ACTION | |
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HOT OFF THE PRESS! The September/ October issues of Response magazine arrived in mailboxes last weekend with a full page article, "Advocating for Racial Justice in Texas," written by Ruth Bowen, our NTC Social Action coordinator. She told all about our Racial Justice Symposium: Disparities in Maternal Health last February. I'm sure the article is now inspiring UWFaith groups across the country.
Symposium participants were reminded of their commitment to advocacy when they received their 6 mo. reminder in the mail last week too!
Read all about it! Look for the digital edition on the website soon. Thank you, Ruth!
Wendy Campbell, President, NTC United Women in Faith
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PLAN TO ATTEND THESE BIG FALL EVENTS | |
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METRO DISTRICT ANNUAL MEETING:
Embracing Change through Challenges, Faith, and Mission
Saturday, September 21 9 am - 12:30 pm
Guest Speaker: Cessilye Smith, Founder & CEO
Abide Women's Health Services
Gather with women from the Metro District to hear the story of Abide Women's Health Services. Fellowship. awards, new officers and more await you. Bring your Abide wish list items with you for our Annual Project.
Location: Lake Highlands United Methodist Church, 9015 Plano Rd, Dallas, TX
Click to Register
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EAST DISTRICT ANNUAL MEETING:
Saturday, October 5th 8:45 am - noon
Location: the historic Lone Oak United Methodist Church, near Greenville, TX
Worship Service, Meeting, Election, Awards and Complimentary Lunch.
Bring your items for Abide with you for our Annual Project.
More info coming soon.
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NORTH CENTRAL DISTRICT ANNUAL MEETING:
Saturday, October 5th, 9 am - 1 pm
Location: First United Methodist Church - Coppell
Entering a New Season of Mission with Faith, Joy, and Love!
Guest Speaker: Rev. Danielle Buwon Kim
Fellowship. awards, new officers and more await you.
Bring your items for Abide with you for our Annual Project.
More info coming soon.
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LAST* NORTH TEXAS CONFERENCE
ANNUAL MEETING:
Celebrating Our Impact Over the Years!
Saturday, October 19th 9 am - 1 pm
First UMC-Richardson, 503 N Central Expy, Richardson
Featuring Guest Speaker: Mary Brooke Casad, Author and Amazing UMC Layperson
2024 Mission Project Update: Cessilye Smith, Founder & CEO, Abide Women's Health Services
* Last NTC Annaul Mtg because we will be Horizon Texas Conference in 2025!
FULL INFO & REGISTRATION COMING SOON!
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INAUGURAL EVENT for the new
HORIZON TEXAS CONFERENCE UWFaith
Saturday, November 9th 10 am - 2 pm
McMurry University in Abilene, TX
Keynote Speaker: Sally Vonner, UWFaith CEO
More information soon. Registration opens in early September.
See the FAQ's full of answers at UWFaithHTC.org
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YOU ARE INVITED TO THESE COMING EVENTS! | |
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Exposing Christian Nationalism - Tues, Sept. 3, 6:30 - 8 pm
FUMC Denton "Church & Society" presents this to answer "What is Christian Nationalism? Why should we care?" and more. More info and registration.
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VOTER EDUCATION FORUM:
Informed Voters “Vote Smart”!
Saturday, Sept. 14, 11 am - 1 pm
Information will include:
· Candidate stances on federal, state, and local issues
· Dates and rules for Early Voting and Mail-in Ballots
· Precinct and District boundaries
· Roles and Responsibilities of lesser-known Texas officials who will be on the November ballot, e.g., Railroad Commissioner, State Board of Education.
Voter registration available.
Presented by Hamilton Park UMC UWFaith group.
Location: Hamilton Park UMC, 11881 Schroeder Rd, Dallas, TX 75243
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Bold Conversation:
VOTING 101 - CIVICS WITH CIVILITY
Sunday, Sept. 15th 6 - 8 pm
We will discuss how our faith and civic duty interact, how secure local elections are, and ways to to strengthen civic engagement. This will NOT be about specific candidates or parties. You can check your voter registration onsite and register to vote if needed. This is open to the entire community.
A light supper will be served. Please click to RSVP for supper.
Presented by the Bold Women of Lovers Lane group.
Location: Asbury Hall, Lovers Lane UMC, NW Highway at Inwood Rd, Dallas
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GREAT IDEAS FOR YOUR FALL PROGRAMS! | |
If you haven't already, please learn about Abide's mission, midwives and happy families with resources on our 2024 Mission Project webpage. You can do this with your small group or on your own. You can learn a lot in 15 minutes! | |
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We chose Abide for our '24 Mission Project because they are improving the disparities in maternal health here in our North Texas community. Your support will help Abide reach more families and improve birth outcomes right here in the DFW area.
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Help provide what Abide needs by shopping online or locally
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Create hand-made Baby Items: Will you crochet a baby hat?
Bring your items to fall Annual Mtg. Lists & donation form on our website.
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DALLAS MORNING NEWS: (7/18/24) "Texas ranks almost dead last in the nation for women's healthcare in the country, research shows" | |
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Common Concerns for All of Us
This is an opportunity for individuals and groups to have important and respectful conversations about concerns and values we share. It's time for Texans to talk about reproductive health policy -- but how does one start? Texas Impact has developed the Common Concerns program in collaboration with policy experts, physicians, attorneys, and legislators from both sides of the aisle.
Are you ready to start the conversation? You may participate by leading a Listening Circle or joining a bipartisan discussion. Click to learn more and preview the discussion guide.
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GET TO KNOW NEW SOCIAL PRINCIPLES
The Social Principles reflect the United Methodist response to today’s most pressing social issues. Study resources are now available. Use cards for personal study or to facilitate small group discussions. Explore ways to move from discussion to advocacy, moving faith into action.
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YES, WE STILL WANT YOUR ANNUAL REPORT! | |
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The North Texas Faith Votes event on Sunday, August 18th had many UWFaith members in attendance. Several local UWFaith groups are presenting programs in September to encourage ALL people to vote in the upcoming election. See the list above and attend an event to learn about the importance of using your voice! Questions? Contact Doris Marshall.
Comment for Climate Justice Toolkit, re: final environmental impact statement for a new US oil export project on the Gulf Coast; written comments are due 8/30/24.
UWFaith Press Release re: recent Supreme Court Decision Undermining Environmental Protections.
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