First United Methodist Church of Waukegan Illinois

		FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 128 N. Martin Luther King Drive Waukegan, IL 60085 (847) 623-2433 fax: (847) 623-0503
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United Methodist Women

Joining UMW is easier than you think! Membership shall be open to any woman who indicates her desire to belong and participate in the global mission of the church, through United Methodist Women.

PURPOSE OF UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
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.

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN EMBLEM

The emblem of United Methodist Women, the enclosed 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 women who came before us, serving the church at home and in other countries, were at the forefront of movements for change. We are a group of Christian women with many gifts who are unified by one Spirit. We participate in God’s mission in all areas of life.

CIRCLE INFORMATION

BREAKFAST CLUB – We meet on the second Friday of every month at 7:00p.m. in the church’s library. Come find out why we meet on Friday yet our name is the Breakfast Club!
ELIZABETH’S – We meet the first Thursday of every month at 1:00p.m. at member’s homes for Bible Study.
FRIENDLY SERVICE – We meet on the last Monday of every month (except January) at 10:00a.m. in Chapel Hall. The purpose of Friendly Service is to keep the connection between FUMC and its people who are unable to participate fully in the church services and functions. This connection is made through greeting cards, phone calls, and visits.
MORNING CIRCLE – We meet on the second Wednesday of every month at 9:15a.m. Out meetings are held in Chapel Hall.
STITCHERY – We meet on the second Thursday of every month at 7:30p.m. Our meetings are held at member’s homes where we do various craft projects.

FUMC UMW Officers

PRESIDENT – Deb Noblin
SECRETARY – Nancy Dolence
TREASURER – Mary Fran Streed
PLEDGE TREASURER – June Gardisky
SPIRITUAL GROWTH – Betty Calhoun
GLOBAL CONCERNS – June Olsen
MEMBERSHIP – Jane Ames
NOMINATIONS – Betty Calhoun & Gail Huffman
FUNDERAL LUNCHEONS – Norma Jensen
PROGRAM RESOUCE – Deb Noblin
PUBLICATIONS – June Zaragosa
PUBLICITY – Jane Ames
BAZAAR – Kendra Golwitzer
KITCHEN/HOUSEKEEPING – Margaret Mitchell
BOARD OF CHURCH WOMEN UNITED REP – Doris Devore

CIRCLE CHAIRS:
      BREAKFAST CLUB – TBA
      ELIZABETH’S – Ethel Flesher
      FRIENDLY SERVICE – Betty Kaiser
      MORNING CIRCLE – Doris Devore
      STITCHERY – Margaret Mitchell

2006 UMW Calendar
Please call the church office to RSVP at least one week before the event. This allows the hostess’ to prepare the menu. Childcare is available upon request.
TBD	9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.	Spring Fling Bazaar held at Courthouse
3/25	Noon	UMW Meeting – Program "Women We Serve/Pledge Service/Officer Installation" Guest Speaker from A Safe Place.
5/4 - 5/7	-	UMW Assembly in Anaheim, CA
5/6	Noon	UMW Meeting – Program "History of Little Fort aka Waukegan" Guest Speaker Ed Link.
	Noon	UMW Meeting – Program "Our Church" Various Guest Speakers.
10/20	4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.	Fall Festival Bazaar
10/21	8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.	Fall Festival Bazaar Luncheon
12/2	Noon	UMW Meeting – Program "Christmas Time"