“Jesus didn’t say 'Blessed are those who offer thoughts and prayers.' He said, 'Blessed are the peace makers.' That means we need to be doing something. We are called to be involved in the affairs of our nation, ... as baptized people, committed to justice and equity.” 

-- Bishop LaTrelle Easterling (UMC Baltimore-Washington Conference)

If issues like public education, immigration, family health, climate change or gun violence concern you, register now for the Texas Legislative Event at the end of January. When I first attended I was empowered and filled with hope! I was glad that I came at last! You will be too. Contact me if you have questions.

Wendy Campbell, 2023 NTC United Women in Faith President

PRICING GOES UP DECEMBER 13th

United Women in Faith's

2024 Texas Legislative Event

January 28 - 30, 2024 in Austin or Virtual

Join women of faith from across Texas to learn about issues of concern impacting our communities from experts in Austin. Once we understand the issues we learn how to effectively contact our elected officials to boldly advocate for justice.

Women from all over Texas participate and there is no church membership requirement. Invite your interested friends!

Register now for the early discount! (it ends next week!)

Your donation of any amount will help a first-timer attend the powerful annual United Women in Faith's Texas Legislative Event. $175 pays for early registration. $35 pays for virtual registration. Donate here.

Learn about issues and how to boldly advocate for justice!

Questions? Contact Wendy

DALLAS BETHLEHEM CENTER (DBC)

Help Make Christmas Happen!

This year DBC is creating a Christmas store for their clients. Parents will "shop" for their children and choose just the right item for each child. This model assures happy children along with dignity for the parents.

Participate and experience your own Christmas joy! Sign up now! Donors are asked to provide unwrapped gifts for children and teens. Volunteers are needed to sort the gifts, set up the 'store', wrap gifts and serve refreshments.

Click to Donate gifts, undies & socks. Items needed by 12/14.

Click to Volunteer in the store. Store volunteers needed Dec. 13 -16.

Methodist Dallas Medical Center

Auxiliary Christmas Party

Thursday, Dec. 7th, 10 am

Featuring:

- Christmas Feast catered by Methodist Dallas

- The Ensemble from St. Luke "Community UMC

Bring small gifts for children at the Genesis Women's Shelter like story books, activity or coloring books, crayons, hair bows / ties, children's socks....

LOCATION: Hitt Auditorium, Methodist Dallas Med Ctr, 1441 N Beckley Ave, Dallas

FAITH TALKS

ADVENT & EMOTIONS

Thursday, Dec. 7th, 1 pm CST - zoom

Join the conversation about the beauty and puzzles of this Advent season. Whether you are ignited with the fires of inspiration or struggling with the solitude of holiday blues, you are not alone. This sisterhood is for and with you as witnesses to the coming of Hope. Click to register.

RESPONSE COVER STORY

Indigenous Bead Weaving Jewelry

The Bead-Weaving Jewelry featured in the current UWF Response magazine will be available at the

MISSION GIFT MARKET this weekend at FUMC Plano. Former UMW Director Glenna Kyker Brayton, will be there selling the necklaces and bracelets. Visit with her and learn more about the Native American Ministries your purchase will support.

Shop at other purpose-driven vendors too, sourced locally and from around the globe. They have all been curated for their unique products and the people they support.

Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 9 & 10, 8:30 am - 2 pm

FUMC Plano, 3160 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX

NEW LOCAL OFFICERS?

UWF Local Officer Training

Saturday, January 20th, 2024.

Virtual training = no travel time.

Each office will have a session with new information and tips from others. Sessions will be 30 min -1 hour. Registration coming soon.

RACIAL JUSTICE SYMPOSIUM

Disparities in Maternal Health

Saturday morning, February 24th, 2024.

This should be of concern to everyone and is open to the community. Mark your calendar now. More info coming soon.

GET TOGETHER with your UWF Sisters*

next June in St. Louis! There will be engaging workshops, inspiring worships, riveting and motivating speakers, and renewing soul care.

Get Together! TOGETHER we can do more.

TOGETHER we can be more. TOGETHER the power of love in action can change the world!

REGISTER NOW

*Our Jurisdiction includes United Women in Faith from Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Nebraska and Missouri.

HOW TO HANDLE YEAR-END FUNDS

The donations and funds we raise together make mission happen. See the new TREASURER RESOURCES section on our website. The current Treasurer's Tip is about handling end-of-year-funds. (there is a right way!)

Contact your District Treasurer with specific questions.

Send your 2023 Mission Project donations!

If you have checks for MMIWG, contact Lela Luxen, Conference Treasurer, or items for Good Neighbor Settlement House, contact Joyce Whiteley, E & I Coordinator.

Full information about both projects is on our website HERE.

There are even more events on our website Conference calendar.

Are you planning a special event or fundraiser?

Check out how we can help promote your event.

Our website is full of ideas for you!

• New mission opportunities and program ideas for you! Check on the RESOURCES tab on our website for new ideas for your large or small group. Send us your ideas to share them with others.
• Local Missions Local Missions That Need You! This section has new volunteer opportunities for individuals or groups.
• "All We've Done Together" - Check out the 2 pages listing who UWF of N Texas have supported, where we donated items, and many, many examples of activities and events we organized, presented and attended in the past year. WOW.

Connect to & follow our accounts and share!

We look forward to engaging with you!