United Methodist Women
United Methodist Women
The United Methodist Women is an organization of church women whose purpose is:
- to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ
- to develop creative, supportive fellowship
- to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church
First United Methodist Women is open to any woman, church member or not, who indicates a desire to belong and participate in the global mission of the church. There is no requirement to join a sub-group (circle) to be an active member of the United Methodist Women. However, there are nine circles (described below) of women who meet once a month to promote the work of the United Methodist Women in a variety of ways. General Unit meetings are held quarterly, when all meet together for fellowship and a program. Contact Joyce Moxley, UMW President or Alice Kunka
akunka@fumc-cary.org 467-1861.
UMW Circles
Agape Circle
Meets the 2nd Thursday at 7:00p.m. in room 200. Angel Tree Project, The Carying Place meals, Alliance Medical Ministry, MATCH prison ministry, Social Action, monthly donations to Dorcas Shop, Dorothea Dix and Secret Sisters. Age: 35+. Contact Herta Kirk, 467-2995.
Amigas Unidas Circle
Meets the 4th Tuesday at 7:00 p.m in the Church Library. Amigas Unidas welcomes Hispanic/Latina women as well as those who are interested in learning more about reaching out to our Latino neighbors. Spanish not required, but you will get a chance to practice Spanish if you’d like! Help is needed with child care and children’s homework. Contact Sallie Abbas, 467-0382, or Patty Garcia, 233-9485.
Esther Circle
Meets the 1st Wednesday at 2:00 p.m in members homes. This mature group of caring women, including some mother/daughter pairs, provides an intimate support network for our members and opportunities for spiritual growth and community missions through our programs. Visit nursing home residents and shut-ins. Contact Becky Swanson, 467-8128 or Mary Jac Lineberger 851-3398.
Friendship Circle
Meets the 1st Thursday at 7:00p.m. in room 124. Our focus is on fellowship, education and fun. We participate in UMW Unit functions, work as a group at the State Fair booth and one fundraiser each year with profits going to mission. Support of each other - we start with hugs and sharing. Age: 20+. Contact Charlotte West 469-3402.
Harmony Circle
Meets the 2nd Tuesday at 7:30p.m. in room 200. Support various area programs who help children and families. Children’s clothing consignment sales twice a year help raise funds. Age 25+. Contact Nancy Edmisten 462-8397 and Bonnie Roach 362-9061.
New Day Circle
Meets the 3rd Thursday at 9:30a.m. in members homes. Baby kits for the Durham Rescue Mission, school kits for migrant workers. Programs are varied and may include Bible study, field trip with lunch, etc. Contact Pat Fish 467-5696.
Ruth Circle
Meets the 2nd Thursday at 1:15p.m. room 200. We are spiritually challenged and learn more about how United Methodist women are involved in mission through monthly programs. Circle projects include preparing health or school kits for UMCOR distribution and communicating with missionaries supported by NCUM Conference. Ruth members share in the unit’s responsibility to our church’s bereaved families by providing meals at the time of the memorial service. Also, some are involved in the unit’s various fundraising projects and serve as officers on the UMW Executive Board.
Contact Debbie Padgett 467-1553 or Pat Bishop 467-6525.
Sarah Circle
Meets the 2nd Sunday at 4:00p.m. in members homes. A new circle started in 2005 with an emphasis on members age 39 and under. Contact Christie Hudson 379-0419
Wesleyan Circle
Meets the 1st Monday at 7:00p.m. room 124. We are a diverse group of women who come together monthly for fellowship. Programs include occasional guest speakers such as Make-A-Wish Foundation and/or programs from the UMW program guide. All women are welcome! We support all UMW activities, Shoes For Orphan Souls and UMCOR. Members meet during the summer months for fellowship and dinner; monthly visits to shut-ins. Contact Sydna Martin, 467-1385.
