NTC UWF News: June 20, 2023

REGISTER NOW 24-Hr RETREAT!

BURN THE CANDLE

JUSTICE TONIGHT

SUMMER TO DO FOR Presidents

CONGRATS & PHOTO ALBUMS

Want something new to do this summer? Attend Mission u and learn more about this organization. You'll get the big picture along with inspiration, stimulating conversations and fellowship with new and interesting women from from all over North Texas. Register now so you don't miss out. If you are super busy, try the 1-hr. lunchtime virtual option for a quick recharge!


I promised pictures last week and now we have photo albums for you to enjoy. Please send your photos or caption corrections to news@uwfnorthtexas.org,

Wendy Campbell, 2023 NTC United Women in Faith President

MISSION u - TIME TO REGISTER!

Mission u-Register Now!

MISSION U

LIVING THE GOOD NEWS

Reflecting God's Love


REGISTER NOW!

RETREAT REGISTRATIONS DUE FRI, 6/23

VIRTUAL CLASSES FILLING QUICK


Recharge and refocus your faith while enjoying the fellowship at Mission u! Together you'll explore the heart of Jesus’ good news and the fresh vision it offers today as we seek to be in mission. Connect with a nurturing community that will encourage and inspire you to grow. Everyone is welcome and we expect someone from each church so you are sure to meet someone new.


Classes start in July. Choose the best option for you:

  • a 24-hour Retreat at UTD,
  • a virtual 1-hr lunchtime class (Wednesdays at noon) No late zooms!
  • a virtual Tuesday-Thursday evening class

Registration & full information here.


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

BURN THAT CANDLE!

Burning Candle

Plan now 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.

JUSTICE BEGINS WITH US. . .

Church & Society

What is the most pressing issue the church should address in society today?


If you feel a call to work for Justice, then explore that idea on Tuesday evening, June 20th. You are invited to the inspiring and educational event, "Justice Begins With Us: Organizing in the Church for Social Change," presented by the North Texas Conference Board of Church & Society in partnership with FUMC Denton. This evening promises to be a transformative experience where we delve into the realm of Church & Society and explore its profound impact on social change. Register now for tonight.


June 20, 2023 Dinner: 5:45 PM. Event Start Time: 6:30 PM

Location: First UMC - Denton, enter on Sycamore side, go to Flinn Hall

SUMMER TO DO for PRESIDENTS:

New Annual Report form and Survey

New Annual Report form now available

ATTENTION LOCAL GROUP LEADERS:

NTC 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 JUNE 30th for National: The Local Unit Survey for all local groups is easy to complete online and won't take long! The information is important to national, please take the survey now. Do this for points on the Annual Report form!


DUE AUG 15th for Conference: 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

What was it like? Were you there?

New Photo Albums

STAY INSIDE WITH THE A.C.


Click to see the new Photo Albums on our website. Photos from all our 2023 events and activities have been posted.


Please send pictures you have from events or your mission activities to news@uwfnorthtexas.org and we'll add them to the albums!

CONGRATULATIONS TO . . .

Trining Yadav

Trining Yadav, Methodist Dallas Medical Center Auxilian of the Year!



Trining was given this award for her dedication and service in the past year and during the pandemic. While we all locked-down she was interviewing and video-taping past presidents for the Bicentennial Celebrations of the medical center. She has also been their go-to-tech and handled the zoom meetings, power points and more.


Bravo, Trining!

Lou Leftwich is 99

Lou Leftwich! ooh la la! This United Woman in Faith turned 99 on June 13th. She celebrated with her circle friends that day at lunch and again with her family that evening.


Lou has been a part of UMW / United Women in Faith at Walnut Hill church for a long time. Clearly staying involved with your UWF friends helps keep you young! Keep celebrating, Lou!

SUPPORT SYNERGY WESLEY @ UTD

SYNERGY Wesley-UTD

UT-D WESLEY FOUNDATION

Black Tie Fundraiser


Synergy Wesley Foundation is our United Methodist campus ministry serving UT-Dallas, Dallas College, and Collin College. Synergy is thriving because they provide a safe and affirming United Methodist faith home for college students.


The nation's largest fundraiser for LGBTQ-affirming nonprofits, Black Tie Dinner, has named Synergy Wesley as a beneficiary of their 2023 event. Support Synergy with a purchase of

  • $100 raffle ticket for a 2023 Mercedes EQB (all-electric) SUV
  • ticket to Black-Tie Gala on Oct. 28 - expected to sell out soon!
  • Support for student to attend Black Tie gala
  • donate a $50 + item for auction

Contact campus minister Brittany for more information.

YOUR HELP WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

WRCC B3X promo square

Wesley-Rankin Summer Camp

Supplies Needed To Help Kids Learn


At B3X Camp students engage with science, math, reading and the arts to prevent the "summer slide," a common concern when students are unable to retain educational objectives after summer vacation. We believe the best way to learn is with hands-on activities that link components learned in classrooms with tangible, experiential projects.

180 B3X campers will receive an individualized and exciting learning experience to reinforce core learning. Help us fulfill the mission of B3X and donate supplies from our Amazon Wishlist.

Project Transformation

N Texas Project Transformation

serves children at 10 sites this summer. Help by providing

  • Curriculum supplies still needed for some sites. Amazon Wishlist
  • Reading volunteers at several North Texas church sites this summer.
  • Evening meals for the hardworking Corps members (college kids) at the PT house near the SMU campus.

Sign-up to volunteer this summer.

Oaklawn UMC Migrant Welcome Ctr

DALLAS RESPONDS

MIGRANT WELCOMING CENTER

at Oaklawn UMC in Dallas


Loving and caring for our neighbors is a spiritual practice just as important as worship and prayer. -- John Wesley


Caring neighbors like you are needed to respond to the border crisis by serving at the Welcoming Center for legally approved asylum seekers at Oaklawn UMC. Volunteers help serve meals, distribute resources, and other misc needs of the day. English and Spanish speakers are needed to be Travel Assistants coordinating timelines for guests at airports & bus stations, and Travel Escorts to help guests get to airports and bus stations. Volunteer here.


More about the Dallas Migrant Center in this Dallas Morning News article.

NEW IDEAS & RESOURCES FOR YOUR GROUP

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

SAVE THESE DATES . . . more details coming soon!

  • Mission u Virtual Lunch Hour sessions begin - Wed. July, 5th
  • Mission u 24-Hr Retreat - REGISTER BY FRI., 6/23 for July 14 & 15 at UT-Dallas
  • Mission u Evening sessions begin - Tues., July 18th
  • 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
  • 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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