POSTCARD FROM ST. LOUIS: United Women in Faith from North Texas traveled to St. Louis last weekend to GET TOGETHER with UWFaith members from eleven other conferences (that's 8 states!). We gathered for workshops, worship, Soul Care and elections. We're proud to have two NTC members elected to serve! (see below) Saturday night was a Sisterhood Sparkle Celebration -- we all wore our bling, danced and had fun! It was great to be together, learn, worship, and celebrate together. Wish you were there, too! Please join the next chance to experience it with us at Mission u!

Wendy Campbell, President, NTC United Women in Faith

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Big news! NTC member, Cynthia Harry from Hamilton Park UMC (on the left), was elected to be on the UWFaith Board as a Director for the next four years! Directors from the South Central Jurisdiction that were elected, from the left: Cynthia Harry; Lynne Grandstaff, Central TX Conf; Pat Dye, Oklahoma Indian Missionary Conf.; Kelly G. Loeb, Missouri Conf. Thank you, Cynthia Rives, for your years of service as the Vice President on the Board of Directors!

Our current NTC UWFaith Treasurer, Lela Luxen, 1st Richardson UWF, was elected to be Treasurer of the South Central Jurisdiction. She will be in office for the next 4 years. New officers from the right: President Stacie Hawkins, TX Conf; VP Pam Pinkerton-Whitely, Central TX; Secretary Peggy Arensdorf, New Mexico Conf.; Treasurer Lela; Chair Committee on Nominations (CON) Shelly Lee, Arkansas, CON member Marjori Franklin, Louisiana; CON Priscilla Patterson, Rio TX; Con Jana Miller, Missouri Conf.

All are welcome to come study, worship, play and grow! Register for Mission u to assure you have a place! You've got options: a 2-day Retreat, evening and lunchtime virtual sessions. Young clergywomen will be Study Leaders in all formats. Scholarships are available.

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$15 Study book can be purchased during registration.

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LAST CHANCE: Order online now -- Order by Saturday, 6/29/24, for delivery the 2nd week of July. Pick up will be at your Conference Mission u! Click to order in black or blue and see back side. You can order other UWFaith swag too!

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SO MUCH IS NEW AT DBC! Come and learn more about the positive impact DBC is making in their neighborhood. Tour the updated facility and learn about their effective new programs like Grocery Connect, Family Dinners, Bethlehem Market, and more.

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

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We will become the HORIZON TEXAS CONFERENCE in 2025. Our sisterhood will grow to include United Women in Faith in North Texas + Central Texas + Northwest Texas to form a new Conference. Questions? Click for answers to your Frequently Asked Questions

This national organization is looking for the right professional to help take us into the future. Could it be you or someone you know? Click for more info:

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Application Deadline is Friday, July 28, 2024

ABIDE WOMEN'S HEALTH SERVICES

Abide is the '24 Mission Project because it is improving the disparities in maternal health here in our North Texas community.

Ways you and your group can participate:

• Learn about Abide's mission, midwives and happy families with resources on our 2024 Mission Project webpage with your small group or on your own at home this summer.
• Help provide what Abide needs by shopping online or locally
• Create hand-made Baby Items



Your support will help Abide reach more families and improve birth outcomes right here in the DFW area. Plan to bring items to Mission u.

Full information, lists & donation form on our website.

2024 NORTH TEXAS TIMELINE

UWFaith READING PROGRAM

Did you know that podcasts, movies and attending Mission u count in the Reading Program? Check out the many options to participate here. Plan your summer reading to include some on the list to qualify. Contact Dr. Dana Jobe with your questions.

Happy Reading! 2024 Reporting Period: September 1, 2023 – August 31, 2024

THE STOLEN LIVES PROJECT -

"VIDAS ROBOTAS"

Your church or group can participate in this DIY art installation that memorializes victims of gun violence. It is a powerful way to visualize the reality of too many victims of gun violence in our communities. This interfaith project can be done at any house of worship. Now is the time to talk about it with administrations to schedule it for fall. More info here.

Contact UWFaith member Katie Clark if you have questions about how you or your church can be involved in this program.

2024 ANNUAL REPORTS

Look now at the new annual reports: 1- to help you plan programs & projects for the coming year!

2 - so you are ready to fill out the form in August!

The form is very user-friendly and easy to complete and submit online. Schedule a meeting with your leadership team in late July / early August to fill out these forms together. All local groups should cinokete the Annual Report. It won't take long!

REPORTS ARE DUE ON AUGUST 15th

Connect with Dallas Bethlehem Center and Wesley-Rankin Community Center! Each of these 'national mission institutions' are here in North Texas and have amazing, new programs meeting the needs of their communities. Request they speak to your UWF group or Sunday School class, or schedule a tour for your group to visit and see their mission up close. Schedule it now and for credit on your unit's annual report due in August. Click on name above for contact and more information.

CHECK OUR WEBSITE CALENDAR FOR MORE INFO ABOUT:

• Metro District Annual Mtg: - Saturday, Sept. 21
• N Central & East District Annual Mtgs: Saturday, October 5
• NTC UWF Annual Meeting in Richardson, Saturday, October 19
• Inauguration of [new] Conference UWFaith on Nov. 9

DISPARITIES IN MATERNAL HEALTH:

Click for program recording, speakers' slides, advocacy video, and a list of articles, websites, videos and more. MATERNAL HEALTH RESOURCES

PHOTO ALBUMS - See pics from recent events. Please send your photos to news@UWFNorthTexas.org.

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.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

See ideas for individuals or groups in the Volunteer Opportunities at Local Missions section on our website.

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