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.
UMW GENERAL OFFICERS FOR 2010
| President |
Rosalyn Folks |
| Vice-President |
Linda Hancock |
| VP, Yearbook |
Kathryn Foxworth |
| Secretary |
Deloris Tatom |
| Treasurer |
Carolyn Purvis |
| Runzas |
Diane Jones |
| Spiritual Growth |
Eloise Marquette |
| Pastor |
Jim Biedenharn |
Our United Methodist Women offer four different circles for women to join. All of our circles have various mission projects throughout the year. Each year a portion of their money raised goes to Mississippi United Methodist Conference mission projects including Moore Community House in Biloxi and Edwards Street Mission in Hattiesburg.
To learn more about a circle, click on its title below:
CAROLYN BARRENTINE CIRCLE
Meeting Time: 4th Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
ELLENITA CIRCLE
Meeting Time: 2nd Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
ETHEL VAUGHN CIRCLE
Meeting Time: 4th Monday, 6:30 p.m.
FAITH CIRCLE
Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 a.m.
Mission Coordinator
| Spiritual |
Growth |
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2010 Food and Faith Summary - Amy Daly |
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2011 For the Love of God: John's Letters - TBA |
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| Social |
Action and Nuturing for Community |
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2010 Native American Survival - Sherry Aycock |
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2011 Mission and Evangelism - TBA |
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| Education |
for Mission |
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2010 The Beauty and Courage of Sudan I - Betty Perkins |
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2011 The Beauty and Courage of Sudan II - TBA |
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| Local |
Committees |
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Membership Elizabeth Tierce, Chair |
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Ruth Mitchell |
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Nomination Cecile Baugh, Chair |
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May the words of my mouth,
And the meditations of my heart,
Be acceptable in thy sight,
Oh Lord, My Strength
And My Redeemer.
THE EMBLEM
The official emblem for The United Methodist Church combines the cross and a flame symbolizing the Holy Spirit. The emblem for United Methodist Women likewise includes the cross and flame.
The cross and flame are ancient symbols of the church dating back to the days of Christ and Pentecost. Each evokes images of sacrifice, witness and service. They remind us of both the opportunities and obligations of discipleship. Paul's ancient words to Timothy have fresh and contemporary meaning:"...I now remind you to stir into flame the gift of God which is within you." (II Timothy 1:6a-NEB)
As part of the emblem for United Methodist Women, these symbols remind us of our PURPOSE of helping women to grow in their understanding of, and willingness to participate in, the mission of the church. These also remind us of our heritage, of women who pioneered in service for the church at home and abroad and in organizing women for mission service and support in many areas of need.
The shape of the emblem is likewise symbolic. It is fluid and free-flowing; suggesting change and mobility. As organized groups of women, this has been our heritage. Often at the forefront of movements for change, at times supporting the projects initiated by others, we strive to be aware of the times and to move with events rather than be overwhelmed by them.
The cross, the flame, and the individual with her abilities and opportunities--all are elements of a vibrant, contemporary movement for United Methodist Women.
