WOW, WHAT A CELEBRATION!!! So many gathered to celebrate Sally Vonner as our new CEO! Hundreds here in person and maybe a couple thousand online. It was a powerful ceremony with singing, dancing, drums, and the anointing oil shared with everyone. Joy overflowed -- as did the trays of cookies! Thank you everyone for bringing cookies, donations and your hospitality help! Our new CEO, Sally Vonner, sends her thanks to us: "The NTC UWFaith were amazing! I don’t have enough words to express how proud I am for how [you all] showed up…ushers, cookies, hosts, etc... Thank you! Sending my love and appreciation to all!"

Thank you, everyone, for stepping up and helping! And it was fun, wasn't it?

Wendy Campbell, 2023 NTC United Women in Faith President

The Installation service was indeed a special and historic event! If you weren't able to be there, watch the service on YouTube like hundreds already have. If you were there, please share your pictures by sending them to Becky Baird along with names of those pictured! Here are just a few.

MISSION U: LUNCHTIME SESSIONS

1-hour Sessions will be Wednesdays at noon, starting on August 16th.

This study focuses on the Lord's Prayer as a spiritual practice for social transformation. Come together in community to recharge your faith. Enjoy the fellowship, spiritual nourishment and mission education! Study leader: Rev. Marianne Brown-Trigg (bio).

Click to Register and full information.



Need a Study Book? 1 available for pick up in N Dallas. Contact Wendy.

ANNUAL REPORT & SURVEY DUE IN 2 WEEKS!

Get started on that report and add it to the agenda of your next Leadership Team Meeting!

You work hard at the local level to engage women, offer great programs, welcome new members, raise money for missions, and more... Tell us about it - we want to celebrate all you do.

DUE TO DISTRICT BY AUG 15th: The Annual Report form lets us know about all you are doing. This 2023 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 you send to District, so take the survey soon!

Letters to My Daughters

VIRTUAL STUDY Sept - Nov.

DINNER & DISCUSSION - Nov 7

Looking to integrate your prayers with your public witness? This virtual monthly study will examine the intersection of faith and advocacy as it relates to the social conditions of women and girls. We'll explore models of advocacy knowing that our sense of activism is often passed down from those who come before us. 2023 focus will be the current maternal mortality crisis and how we can advocate to improve the situation.

Register individually by August 4th for the four virtual "Letters to my Daughter" sessions, then plan to join the United Women in Faith of FUMC Dallas and St. Paul UMC on Nov. 7th for a group viewing of the final session with dinner & discussion following.

More information will come as in-person details are finalized for Nov. 7th.

Study presented by Church & Society of the United Methodist Church.

?'s: Dallas 1st UWF President Doris Marshall & St. Paul UWF President Vanessa Simon.

Move4Mission in your UWF T-shirt!

Did you forget to pick up your pre-ordered shirt at the installation? If so, contact Becky Baird to arrange to pick yours up in Dallas.

There are still some available in Light Blue or Black unisex sizing to order now. We are are selling these custom t-shirts to members across the country!

We all like looking at photo albums! Please

send your photos from recent NTC UWF events like the installation service & reception for Sally Vonner, the Mission u Retreat and social action events. Please include names of those pictured. Enjoy our online photo albums anytime.

Are you interested in joining us or have any ideas for our area Charter for Racial Justice committee? We'll be meeting soon. Contact us: Charter for Racial Justice committee.

CHARTER FOR RACIAL JUSTICE

Confused by Anti-Racism Words?

Understanding the terms we use for anti-racism efforts can help us build a culture of belonging for everyone. Click on the image above to watch this 2-minute video from the General Commission on Religion and Race.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY

Have an idea for 2024

Racial Justice Project?

The NTConference has the opportunity to request grant money to help us create a 2024 Charter for Racial Justice project with impact. Do you have an idea for a racial justice advocacy project, antiracist education or training, or an antiracist faith formation program or activity? We'd like your input to help us create a program or activity that meets needs of our North Texas community. Let us know if you are interested in working with us to implement the idea for 2024 or just send your idea to Charter for Racial Justice committee.

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.

Our website is full of ideas for you to use!

• New program ideas are added weekly! Check on our website under the RESOURCES tab for new and different ideas for your large or small group. Send your great ideas to us so we can share them with others.
• Local Missions That Need Your Help Now! This new section lists new volunteer opportunities for individuals or groups.
• Check out the calendar! There are many events listed that may interest you! Send your local event info to us and you can inspire others.
• 2023 Annual Mission Projects

• 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
• 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!