SUMMER READING is an activity associated with an unhurried time, a luxury. Whether you you do it on vacation at the beach, with kids out of school, or at home alone, reading can be an adventure, an escape, or new ideas that change your outlook. I just finished reading a book and wonder. . . What books do you recommend? Reply with your Reading Program recommendations. I'll share with everyone in future newsletters.

Wendy Campbell, President, NTC United Women in Faith

Mission u is just weeks away! So choose your format and register now. Scholarships are available. Click for full Info, including Study Leader bios online

Invite your friends! Flyer to share online or print flyers

DROP BY DBC ANYTIME FRIDAY MORNING, JUNE 28TH

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.

Click to download flyer with full info. LOCATION: 4410 Leland Ave., Dallas, TX, 75215

CONGRATULATIONS, LELA!

Lela Luxen (Richardson UWFaith) was honored as the Auxilian of the Year at the May luncheon of the Methodist Dallas Medical Center. Lela served as Treasurer of the Auxiliary as well as the Treasurer of the N TX Conference UWFaith. (Pictured, L to R), Trining Yadav-2023 Auxilian of the Year, Joyce Lloyd- FUMC Richardson rep, and Helen Requilman, MDMC Auxiliary President.

HERE ARE THE ANSWERS -

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

YOUR INPUT NEEDED!

Committee on Nominations is now seeking nominations for the 2025 new unified Conference Team. Nominations deadline is June 24th. Suggest someone with gifts to share and help lead us into the future. Listen for your own call, maybe you the one. .

Nominate someeone easily.

ATTENTION LOCAL GROUP LEADERS:

2024 ANNUAL REPORTS

Look at the new annual reports now and you won't be surprised in August! Use them as a tool to help you plan your programs, projects and activities. This new form is very user-friendly and easy to complete and submit online.

REPORTS ARE DUE ON AUGUST 15th

Leader Tip: Plan a meeting in late July / early August to fill out these forms together with your leadership team.

UWFAITH T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE

Order online now and to wear at South Central Jurisdiction later in June, Mission u and mission activities. Other UWFaith swag available too!

2024 Mission Project:

ABIDE WOMEN'S HEALTH SERVICES

Abide was chosen for our '24 Mission Project because it is working to improve disparities in maternal health here in North Texas.

Ways you and your group can participate:

• Use links on our 2024 Mission Project webpage to learn about their mission, midwives and happy families with resources with your small group or on your own at home this summer.
• Shop online or locally
• Create hand-made items for babies

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 for collection.

Full information, lists & donation form on our website.

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. 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 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

SOUL CARE RETREAT FOR YOUR GROUP?

Would you lke to host your own Soul Care event? Ask conference Spiritual Growth Coordinator, Karen Anderson-Lain, about providing Bible study, activity, and rest reflection for your UWFaith group. Be spiritually nourished, connected, and share joy in your own get-away-location.

Contact Karen Anderson-Lain to check availability and arrange a date.

Connect with Dallas Bethlehem Center and Wesley-Rankin Community Center! Each of these 'national mission institutions' are local - in North Texas -- and have amazing, new programs meeting the needs of their communities. Have you heard about them? 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.

LOCAL UNIT ANNUAL REPORT? They are almost ready for you and will be due on August 15th. Your reports provide us with lots of information, like the 2023 "All We've Done Together" report. Be ready to share this year's info.

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