Happy July! Summer is here, tomatoes are ripe in the garden, and it's hot!

We all have summer traditions, but it's refreshing to do something new - especially when it involves friends (fellowship) and doing something for others -- mission!. You'll find new activities, programs and ideas below and on the website. Challenge yourself - you'll be glad you did!

Wendy Campbell, 2023 NTC United Women in Faith President

THE SUMMER'S BIG EVENT:

MISSION U: LIVING THE GOOD NEWS

REGISTER NOW!

Explore the heart of Jesus’ good news and the fresh vision it offers today as we seek to be in mission. Study the Lord's Prayer as a spiritual practice for social transformation, with young clergywomen as Study Leaders. Come together in community to be recharged with a refocused faith. Everyone is welcome!



Register Now for Fellowship & Mission Education:

• RETREAT @ UTD just 4 spaces left! July 14-15, private bedrooms
• VIRTUAL 1-HR LUNCHTIME Class: Starts 8/16 Wednesdays at noon
• VIRTUAL EVENING CLASS Sold Out!

Registration, Study Leader bios & full information here.

Study Books available to pick up in Dallas with no shipping charges -- contact info@uwfnorthtexas.org to make arrangements.

THERESSA HOOVER COMMUNITY SERVICE & GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP AWARD

Calling Young Women Who Want to Travel and Study! 

The grant is awarded to a lay woman, 21–35, wanting to travel to explore and study in a country / region other than her own. Priority will be given to projects of current United Women in Faith priorities:

• Climate Justice: Advance just energy for all for clean, renewable energy, through a just and equitable transition
• Criminalization of Communities of Color: Interrupt the school-to-prison pipeline

In addition, applicants should demonstrate concern for, and a connection to, their community and global responsibilities. More info.

Applications are due by Tuesday, July 11, 2023.

Considering $100 - $3,000 requests

JUST ENERGY FOR ALL

SEED GRANTS

You are invited to apply for grants to help organize campaigns locally to advance just energy for all. Funding is available for work happening at levels. UWF groups are strongly encouraged to apply for a grant to support collaborative projects in partnership with other organizations or groups, as long as the work involves substantial participation from local United Women in Faith members and is focused on supporting energy infrastructure projects.

Rolling Deadline, apply ASAP. More info.

CELEBRATE ALL YOU DO IN LOCAL GROUPS!

Annual Report & Survey forms available now!

We want to celebrate all you do: you work hard at the local level to engage women, offer great programs, welcome new members, raise money for missions, and more...

DUE TO DISTRICT BY AUG 15th: The Annual Report form lets us know about all you are doing. This new form is much easier than in the past to complete and submit online. Paper forms are available to download, fill out and then mail to your District President. Download paper form here

NATIONAL SURVEY DUE AUG. 30th The Local Unit Survey for all local groups is easy to complete online and won't take long! Your input is important to national, and you'll get points on the Annual Report form, so take the survey soon!

EVERYONE WANTS ONE! Do you have a UWF T-shirt?

Our custom t-shirts feature the new UWF logo and have been see on CEO Sally Vonner on recent mission visits along with others on social media. Requests keep coming from across the conference and across the country! See the pictures of actual shirts in the e-store. Available in Blue or Black unisex sizing.

If you don't have one yet, or need another one, order now for delivery at the Installation service on 7/29.

Consider now how to participate in this meaningful offering to honor or memorialize someone special to you, your group or congregation. 

For each "minute in mission" you donate we'll burn the candle at our upcoming Annual Meeting on October 21st, 2023. Click now for more information and the form to submit with your dedication.

SOUTH CENTRAL JURISDICTION QUADRENNIAL EVENT

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FEEL the joy when faith-filled women unite NURTURE our souls through the strength of our sisterhood

DEEPEN our relationship with God

EXPLORE the power of love to make a difference

TOGETHER we can do more.

TOGETHER we can be more.

TOGETHER the power of love in action can change the world 

2023 Event & Activities Photos

Photos help women understand what we are all about. Please send pictures you have from events or your mission activities to news@uwfnorthtexas.org and we'll add them to our new albums!

Click to see the Photo Albums on our website.

Need a few new ideas for your circle or group? Our website is full of ideas for you to use!

• Local Missions That Need Your Help Now! This new section lists new opportunities for you or your group.
• We've added new program ideas! New ideas and resources come in every week! Keep checking back for new additions on our website under the RESOURCES tab. Reply to this email to tell us about a program you have to share or to recommend.
• Check out the calendar! There are many events listed that may interest you! Reply to this email to send info about your local events to us and you can inspire others.
• 2023 Annual Mission Projects

• Mission u 24-Hr Retreat - July 14 & 15 at UT-Dallas
• Mission u Evening sessions begin - Tues., July 18th
• Mission u Virtual Lunchtime 1-Hr sessions start: Wed. August 16th
• Missionary Finda's Visit - Sept. 16 - 30
• East District Annual Mtg. - Sept. 16th
• Metro District Annual Mtg. - Sept. 23rd
• North Central Annual Mtg. - Sept. 30th
• NEW! UWF Day @ WRCC - lunch, tour & updates - October 12
• Conference UWF Annual Mtg - October 21st at FUMC-Dallas

As you plan your local group programs and events, check out the Conference UWF calendar. You can trust the information to be up-to-date!

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We look forward to engaging with you!