NTC UWFaith News: September 3, 2024 | |
LOOKING FOR IMPACT PICTURES | |
PRAYERS FOR SALLY & FAMILY | |
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INFORMED & CIVIL TO 1 ANOTHER | |
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AWARENESS * ADVOCACY * ACTION | |
CHECK THOSE ARCHIVES! Your photos will help us celebrate the impact of our efforts as the NTC UMW/UWF over the past 51 years. We're creating a great slide show for us all to enjoy together at our last NTC Annual Meeting (because we'll be Horizon TX Conference in 2025). We'd love to hear your stories of impact too! Please send scanned photos and your impact stories to Wendy Campbell, President, NTC United Women in Faith | |
PRAYERS FOR SALLY & FAMILY | |
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It is with great sadness that we share the unexpected passing of our General Secretary/CEO, Sally Vonner’s beloved son, Arvis “Wesley” Vonner II on Saturday, August 31, 2024 just before his 33rd birthday. Funeral service details will be shared when available.
Please join us in praying for Sally, her daughter Lessie, his dad Arvis, Sr. and their entire family during this difficult time. Please express your sentiments on this online Kudoboard instead of sending emails of condolences to Sally per her request.
Gift in Memory cards of support can be mailed to: Sally Vonner, United Women in Faith/CCUN, 777 United Nations Plaza, 11th floor, New York, NY 10017.
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HONOR THE SPECIAL PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE . . . by donating to the Burning of the Candle to be celebrated at the final Annual Celebration gathering of the North Texas Conference United Women in Faith in October. Consider those women who have mentored and loved you over the years. Show your love and support for your friends and those you are mentoring.
By giving a gift of $20 to Burn the Candle in memory or honor of someone special you will be helping the North Texas Conference meet our pledge to mission. Your gift will be printed in the historic Last Annual meeting program book that can be shared with those you have honored.
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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. Bring your neighbors -- this is for the entire community!
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.
Presented by the Bold Women of Lovers Lane group for the entire community, men & women, no church membership required. A light supper will be served. Please click to RSVP for supper.
Location: Lovers Lane UMC, Asbury Hall -NW Highway at Inwood Rd, Dallas
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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
Guest Speaker: Becky Stegmann, from Wesley-Rankin Community Center.
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 Annual 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
Watch your email for details, new officer slate and registration very soon! UWFaithHTC.org
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SUPPORT 2024 MISSION PROJECT: | |
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. Read the recent Dallas Morning News article about women's healthcare in Texas. Your support will help Abide reach more families and improve birth outcomes right here in the DFW area. You can
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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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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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THANK YOU FOR YOUR ANNUAL REPORT! | |
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We look forward to engaging with you!
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We believe love in action can change the world.
There are so many ways to make an impact! United Women in Faith connect spiritual women to act boldly for justice and transform communities.
Visit our website: UWFNorthTexas.org
Send your ideas & questions to: info@uwfnorthtexas.org
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