Did you know we are a AAA organization? We are all about Awareness, Advocacy and Action! Celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth by registering for our Racial Justice Symposium. Learn and be Aware of our terrible (compared to that of other industrialized nations) maternal health situation. What can be done about it? That's where the Advocacy and Action come in. Love in action can change the world, and we are a powerful group. Together we can and do make a difference!

Wendy Campbell, NTC United Women in Faith President

Extra credit: read American Journal of Public Health 4-page article

Disparities in Maternal Health

Saturday, February 24th

9 am - noon

at Hamilton Park UMC in Dallas OR Livestream

Maternal and infant mortality rates in Texas have significant disparities. Why do women of color experience a disproportionately high risk of avoidable deaths? Experts will help us understand the reality of this preventable tragedy and the policy and cultural barriers responsible. Together we’ll discuss how we can be a force for change. Help us invite - we're presenting this for entire community.*

Featuring experts:

• Dr. Kyrah Brown, Health Equity & Community Psychologist

• Dr. Kristen Priddy, PhD, RN, CNS

• plus change-makers, advocacy professionals and many resources

REGISTER NOW

Click for full information with a flyer to download and share. *Please tell us who needs a press release.

WESLEY-RANKIN COMMUNITY CENTER HATTIE'S LUNCHEON

Thursday, March 7th 11:30 am - 1 pm

Gather to celebrate the all that is going on at Wesley-Rankin Community Center! Come to hear the stories of how lives are being changed in West Dallas in this UWFaith national mission institution. You can still sign up to sponsor the 17^th annual Hattie's Luncheon until February 8^th.  General admission ticket will go on sale Friday, February 9th.

REGISTER HERE

LOCATION: Highland Park UMC, 3300 Mockingbird Lane, Dallas near SMU LEAD SPONSOR: Vinson & Elkins LLP

DALLAS BETHLEHEM CENTER EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Saturday, March 23rd at DBC

Sign-up now to join the fun with the children of the community of this UWFaith national mission. Choose how you'd like to help: set up the event, hide eggs, serve food, monitor activities (games, egg hunts, bounce house, arts & crafts), guide parking or help clean up. Volunteers required to have a smile & wear closed-toe shoes.Volunteer opportunities available 8 am - 3:30 pm

Sign-up Now

LOCATION: Dallas Bethlehem Center, 4410 Leland Ave., Dallas, TX 75215

GET TOGETHER with your UWF Sisters*

next June in St. Louis!

REGISTER NOW for engaging workshops, inspiring worships, riveting and motivating speakers, and renewing soul care. Registration link has full information.



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

Creation Justice Ministries

Real Faith in a Synthetic World

Seems like plastic is everywhere -- except in the Bible!

Celebrate Earth Day - or any day - with stories of individuals and communities makeing a positive impact, ideast to spark meaningful discussions for your group, worship resources to unite in prayer and reflection. Actionable steps to address the plastic crisis in your life, community and our world are also included. The resource contains an overview of the plastic crisis, a theological framing, sermon starters, advocacy ideas, and resources for children."

Click to view the 26 page resource full of program ideas!

United Women in Faith will be in Charlotte in April 2024 to make sure women's voices will be heard.

United Women in Faith members offer key leadership to the UMC General Conference on behalf of women, children, and youth. 

Need a beginner's guide on The United Methodist Church’s big meeting? Check out these FAQ's

Sign up to for updates at tinyurl.com/UWFaithAtGC

March 23 is our birthday!* How are you going to celebrate?

Celebrate the 2024 Day Of Giving in-person or virtually with a fundraiser to encourage donations to the UWFaith Legacy Endowment Fund. The Legacy Endowment Fund is a permanent investment that supports the work and the future of United Women in Faith. Step faithfully forward to create a brighter, more compassionate tomorrow for women, children, and youth.

Are you planning a special event or fundraiser? Tell us! *Celebrate anytime!

NEW OPTION!

SPECIAL MISSION RECOGNITION PIN

There is now a choice of Special Mission Recognition pin styles! You choose either the United Women in Faith Logo or the Cross we have had for many years. When ordering pins, be sure to indicate in the space provided on the order form which type of pin you are ordering. Both pin styles are available at all levels: plain ($40), sapphire ($60), pearl ($100), emerald ($300), ruby ($500), diamond ($1,000), and double diamond ($2,000). Prices are the same for both types of pins at each level. CONTACT YOUR DISTRICT TREASURER TO ORDER.

Your Talents & Skills are Needed!

We're praying for someone to help:

• Photographer for Maternal Health Symposium

• Program Resource room help at event

• . . . what calls to you?

Contact us to discuss the details and your ideas.

LOCAL OFFICER TRAINING HANDOUTS

2024 handouts for all local officers are available in our website Resource section. Helpful Hints for: Presidents, Treasurers, VP-Programs, Social Action, Secretary, Spiritual Growth & Soul Care, Education & Interpretation, Membership Nurture & Outreach, Program Resources (clean presentation uploaded), Communications and the Committee on Nominations. Questions? Contact your District officer.

START THE NEW YEAR WITH UWF Resources:

2024 Prayer Guide, 2024 Program Resource, 2024 Mission u Book

Available to order in print or order a Digital Bundle and save 20%!

Our website is full of ideas for you!

• Check the RESOURCES tab on our website for new ideas for your large or small group. Send us your ideas to share with others.

• Volunteer Opportunities at Local Missions This section has volunteer opportunities for individuals or groups.

• What can your group do in 2024? Check out the 2 pages listing "All We've Done Together" with who UWF of N Texas supported, where we donated items, and many, many examples of activities and events we organized, presented and attended in the past year. WOW.

NEW! Join us on Instagram! Connect & follow our accounts and share.

We look forward to engaging with you!