United Methodist Women

Written by Tracey Mickels

Saturday, 22 January 2011 22:09

The Purpose

The organized unit of UNITED METHODIST WOMEN shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.

If you have any questions or would like to join us in fellowship and mission please contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 817-295-1166.

The Emblem

The emblem of United Methodist Women, the cross and the flame, symbolizes our organization. The cross and the flame are ancient symbols of the church and appear on The United Methodist Church emblem. Both remind us of our PURPOSE of growing in our understanding of and willingness to participate in the global ministries of the church. The shape is fluid and free-flowing, suggesting change and mobility.The flame is in motion to shine a light into the darkness.

The Organization

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN is an integral part of The United Methodist Church. "In every local church there shall be an organized unit of United Methodist Women"(The Book of Discipline,2004,256.5) United Methodist Women are organized locally in groups called units. A local group is called a "unit" because it is connected to a greater whole that includes the district, the conference, the jurisdiction and the national organizations. The national policy making body is the Womens' Division for the General Board of Global Ministries.The Burleson Unit is in the Fort Worth District, the Central Texas Conference and the South Central Jurisdiction.

The Mission Resource Center for United Methodist Women handles all materials for the reading program,brochures,constitution and bylaws membership pins and mission pins. You may place an order to 1221 Profit Drive Dallas, Texas 75247, call toll free 800-305-9857 or by fax to 214-630-0079 Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST. You may also view products and order on line www.missionresourcecenter.org

The Mission Magazine to the United Methodist Church "New World Outlook" will help to keep you informed. The voice of women in mission "Response" is a UMW publication but to know more go to www.gbgm-umc.org and click to your right onto the United Methodist Women's icon.

The more women you speak with and share information you educate yourself. To share go to www.umwonline.org and sign-up.

The Burleson Unit of United Methodist Women are:

Centered in relationship with God through Jesus Christ;

Focused on ministries for women, children and youth;

Involved in missions both locally and globally;

Committed to inclusiveness;

Pledged to financial support for mission through undesignated giving;

Engaged in development and use of skills for service, leadership development and personal growth and

Encouraged to work with other organizations on issues of mutual concern.

Last Updated on Monday, 01 October 2012 12:11

UMW 2013 Upcoming Activities

Written by Tracey Mickels

Saturday, 22 January 2011 21:27

All UMW brochures, activities and information sheets are available on the UMW bulletin board located outside the Worship Center by the adult hall.

JOHN WESLEY'S RULE Do all the good you can; by all the means you can; in all the ways you can; in all the places you can; at all the times you can; as long as ever you can.

May 8 Wednesday Lions Luncheon Friendship Circle

May 12 Sunday Happy Mother's Day

May 13 Monday 7:00 pm Lamplighters Circle in the church parlor.

May 14 Tuesday 9:30 am Joy and Sunshine Circle will fellowship at the church. Friendship will fellowship in the home of a member. Also the beginning of Shavuot - Festival of the Giving of the Law celerates Moses returning from Mount Sinai with the stone tablets conataining the Ten Commandments.

May 18 Saturday Armed Forces Day

May 19 Sunday Pentecost - the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the 12 apostles and other followers of Jesus.

May 22 Wednesday Lions Luncheon Joy Circle

May 24 Friday Aldersgate Day is a holiday celebrated by Methodist to commemorate the day in 1738 when John Wesley experienced confirmation of his salvation by the grace of God in a meeting room in Aldersgate Street, London.

May 26 Sunday Peace with Justice Sunday

May 27 Monday Memorial Day

May 28 Tuesday 1:00 pm UMW Executive Committee Meeting

June 10 Monday UMW Annual Conference Luncheon to be held at Arborlawn United Methodist Church in Fort Worth. Tickets are $12.50 and are to be purchased before the luncheon. Tickets will not be sold at the door. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket contact your circle chair.

June 12 Wednesday Lions Luncheon Sunshine Circle.

June 24 Monday - June 28 Friday Vacation Bible School Sign up sheets on the UMW Bulletin Board.

June 26 Wednesday Lions Luncheon Friendship Circle

June 30 Sunday All American Bake Sale in the Great Hall. Lamplighters Circle will be 5th Sunday Greeters

The church library has many books on the UMW reading program. If you have recently read an interesting book share it with your circle as part of your program. If you are in need of assistance contact Carolyn Wright UMW Secretary of Program Resources.

2013 North District project will be uniform shirts all sizes.

Last Updated on Monday, 06 May 2013 13:52

The 2013 United Methodist Women Executive Board

Written by Tracey Mickels
Saturday, 22 January 2011 21:20
President - Charlotte Berck Vice President Programs - Becky Brown Secretary & Secretary Program Resources - Carolyn Wright Treasurer & Lions Coordinator - Marzie Bartee Communications Coordinator - Lisa Chick Education, Interpretation & Historian - Mona Sumner Social Action Coordinator - Jane Felt Spiritual Growth Coordinator - Janet Harvey Membership Nurture & Outreach Coordinator - LaRea Wilson Nominating Committee Chairwoman - Jane Felt
Last Updated on Monday, 07 January 2013 16:14

2013 Circle Chairwomen

Written by Tracey Mickels
Saturday, 22 January 2011 21:22
Friendship Circle - Sherrie White Joy Circle - Lisa Chick Sunshine Circle - Becky Brown Lamplighters Circle - Charlotte Berck
Last Updated on Monday, 07 January 2013 16:15

Circle Meeting Schedules

Written by Tracey Mickels
Saturday, 22 January 2011 21:25
Friendship, Joy and Sunshine Circles - Fellowship the 2nd Tuesday of each month 9:30 am at the church or in a member's home; the circle does not meet June, July and August. Lamplighters Circle - Fellowship the 2nd Monday of each month 7:00 pm in the church parlor; the circle does not meet June, July and December.
Last Updated on Monday, 05 December 2011 13:15