Dates to Remember

National and Conference Events

District and Local Events

Spring Mission Study

March 5, 2009

First UMC - Knoxville

8:30am-2:00pm

World Day of Prayer

March 6, 2009

District Mission Study

March 12, 2009

Willard St UMC Ottumwa

8:30am-3:00pm

Soup & Salad Luncheon

March  19, 2009

Willard St. UMC

11:00am-1:00pm

District UMW Retreat

March 28, 2009

Wesley Woods

10:00am-2:00pm

Day (time) Apart

April ??, 2008

UMC - Corydon

8:30am-2:00pm

South Central District Annual Meeting

September 12, 2009

Osceola, IA 

8:30am-3:00pm

Thanksgiving Ingathering

November 7, 2009

Iowa Wesleyan College - Mt. Pleasant

or UMC Greenfield.

Links

Click here for the Willard St UMW Program Booklet (PDF).

United Methodist Women

Iowa Conference CONNECTION Newsletter.

Click here to reach the National UMW page.

The Emblem:

The official emblem for United Methodist Women as well as for The United Methodist Church combines the cross and the flame. The cross and flame are ancient symbols of Christ and Pentecost.

The shape of the emblem is fluid and free flowing, suggesting change and mobility. "...I now remind you to stir into flame the gift of God which is within you." (II Timothy 1:6a NEB)

Our heritage is one of sacrifice, witness and service. The emblem serves as a continuing reminder of both opportunity and obligation.

The Purpose:

The organized unit of United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose PURPOSE is to know God and experience freedom as whole person through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; to reach out serve our community; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.

United Methodist Women is an organization dedicated to fulfilling the spiritual fellowship and service-oriented needs of Christian women. This is accomplished through many different groups in the organization. An executive committee composed of chairpersons from each group meets monthly to coordinate activities. Programs are offered monthly at a general meeting for all groups. Several fund-raising events are held each year, although such is not our main concern.

We carry on connectional programs from local to district to conference to national groups. Our members' individual pledges go to the National and World Missions programs of the United Methodist Church. We heartily support and work for community programs also.

A person need not be a member of the United Methodist Church to be a part of this organization. We welcome you and urge you to visit any and all groups that might fit your interests and needs.

Willard Street UMC has Six Circles which meet for program and fellowship each month (September through June) at the church or in members' homes. Morning Circles meet at 9:15 am. Afternoon Circles meet at 1:00 pm and Evening Circles meet at 6:00 pm. Guests are always welcome!

Rebekah Circle is open to all women of the church.  The group meets on the first Thursday of each month at 9:15 am in member homes unless notified otherwise.

Chairperson(s): Donna Gardner and Dorothy Gaumer.

Martha Circle is a group for all women of the church.  All meetings are held at 1:00 pm on the first Thursday of each month in member homes unless notified otherwise.

Chairperson(s): Jean Caster and June Loy.

Mary Circle is open to all women of the church. All meetings are held at 1:00 pm on the first Thursday of each month at Willard St. UMC for program and fellowship.

Chairperson(s): Donna Barnett and Gaynele Sandeen

Sarah Circle is a group for all women of the church.  All meetings are held at 1:00 pm on the first Thursday of each month in member homes unless notified otherwise .

Chairperson(s): Lois Hartman and Theresa Foster.

Faith Circle is a group for all women of the church.  All meetings are held in the evening at 6:00 pm on the fourth Tuesday of the month at one of the many local restaurants.

Chairperson(s): Yvonne Fleener and Twila Foster.

Patience Circle is a group for all women of the church.  All meetings are held in the evening at 6:00 pm the second Monday of each month at Willard St. UMC.

Chairperson: Linda Gaumer

Knitters & Crocheters are a group which meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 1:00 pm to make items for the church, community organizations and care centers.  (Summer Schedule: Meet June 25, July 23 and August 27)

Coordinator(s): Patricia Marlin.

Note:  Since June of 2006, 45 prayer shawls have been given in the church's name.  There are nearly 100 baby sweaters ready for the 2008 Thanksgiving Ingathering.  These go in your layette kits or are turned in separately.  Thank you for your continuing support!

Willard St Prayer Concerns:  Prayer requests which have been received at Sunday services, by phone or in person are included. Persons are invited to be a part of this important caring ministry.

UMW General Meetings: All women are welcome to activities of the United Methodist Women.  Meetings are held the second Thursday of each month except July and August. For more information on dates and times of these meetings please check out our UMW Program Booklet at the link below.

For general information, contact: Myrna Peterson, President or Davie Ann Hutton,

Vice President.

Click here for the Willard St UMW Program Booklet (PDF).

United Methodist Women Iowa Conference CONNECTION Newsletter.

Click here to reach the National UMW page