United Methodist Women at Minnehaha
An Invitation to Join Us
To the Woman…
who finds meaning in her church and is drawn to its fellowship…
whose life is packed full of activity and obligations…
who struggles with loneliness or a sense of failure…
who juggles jobs and family, and tries to be faithful to both…
who wants to combine classroom study with significant fellowship and outreach opportunites…
who seems overburdended with the traditional woman’s role of care-giver…
who feels she has gifts which are wasted or undeveloped…
who wants to be accepted for who she is…
who needs a supportive community to affirm her own sense of purpose and commitment to God…
...we invite you to participate in United Methodist Women.
All women of any age, interest, or character flaw are welcome to join at any time. Participation in the Minnehaha Unit of the United Methodist Women gives each of us an opportunity for growth in our individual spiritual experiences, as well as experiencing friendships that enhance each of our lives. It is an opportunity to give of our individual spiritual gifts while receiving invaluable insight and gifts from others of different ages and strengths.
Mission is our program. We take seriously the command from Jesus to “Feed my sheep.” United Methodist Women hear the cries of women, children and youth and constantly look for ways in which we can support them. Through the global ministries of the church, UMW programs help people become as great as they can be.
Please join us — it’s an exciting relationship!
OUR 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;
and to
develop a creative, supportive fellowship;
and to
expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.
I Pledge:
My prayers…that I may experience growth and renewal in my relationship to God and to my sisters and brothers;
My time…that I may respond to human need through study, action and reflection;
My gifts…through United Methodist Women, that I may share in the global ministries of the church.
Minnehaha UMW Budget for 2010
Mission Giving |
|
|---|---|
| District Pledge* | $ 4,400.00 |
| Gift to Mission* | 100.00 |
| Gift in Memory* | 25.00 |
| World Thank Offering* | 25.00 |
| Special Mission Recognitions* | 160.00 |
| *these five areas must be given to become a 5 Star Unit | |
| Love Gifts | 100.00 |
| School of Christian Mission | 300.00 |
| Local Missions | |
| I Love a Parade | 150.00 |
| Joyce Nursery | 250.00 |
| Simpson Housing | 250.00 |
| Walker Care Fund | 250.00 |
| Meals via Wheels | 200.00 |
| MUMC Food Shelves | 100.00 |
| MUMC MinneHarvest | 460.00+ |
| National Missions | |
| Emma Norton Services | 500.00 |
| International Missions | |
| Feed My Starving Children | 100.00 |
| Haiti Solar Ovens | 200.00 |
| Christian Social Concerns | |
| MUMC Youth Programs | 500.00 |
| MUMC Pastor’s Discretionary Fund | 500.00 |
| MUMC Thursday Volunteers | 100.00 |
| MUMC Supportive Community | 350.00 |
| MUMC Scholarship Account | 1,000.00 |
| UMW Assembly Fund | 500.00 |
| Administrative | |
| MUMC - Office Supplies/Mailings | 900.00 |
| MUMC - Hospitality | 250.00+ |
| MUMC - Peace Coffee | 250.00+ |
| Programs/Meetings | 400.00 |
| Child Care | 50.00 |
| Literature and Reading Program | 350.00 |
| School of Christian Mission Literature | 50.00 |
| Special Gifts | 400.00 |
| Special Funding | |
| UMW Sunday | 150.00 |
| President’s Allowance | 250.00 |
| TOTAL | $13,570.00 |
2010 - 2011 Minnehaha UMW Leadership
Officers:
President:
Maureen Trepp
Co-Vice Presidents:
Beth Minehart
Kitty Campbell
Treasurer
Kim Kanuit
Secretary:
DeAnna Wichman
Ex-Officio:
Reverend Cooper Wiggen
Mission Coordinators:
Education & Interpretation:
Geri Cook
Spiritual Growth:
Jenia Strom
Social Action:
Anita McColley
Membership Nurture & Outreach:
Karen Anderson
Program Resources:
Joanne Becklund
UMW Scholarships:
Sarah Hicks
Nominations:
Leadership Team
Standing Committees:
Reading Program:
Joanne Becklund
Funerals:
Kim Kanuit
Hospitality:
Beth Minehart
Friendship & Visitation:
Joy Anderberg
Rachel Larson
Greeting Cards:
Audrey Damon
UMW Store:
Kim Kanuit
Circle Representatives:
Minnehaha Wanda Driver
Nokomis Joanne Becklund
Wenonah Kim Kanuit
Representatives to:
Walker Auxiliary:
Donna Parnow
Methodist Hospital Service League:
Wanda Driver
Emma Norton Services:
DeAnna Wichman
Representatives to MUMC:
Faith Formation Leilani Thompson
Children Sue Johnson
UMW Programs for 2010-2011
September 2010
8 Kick-off Potluck Dinner & General Meeting
25 TC District Mtg @ Arlington Hills UMC
October 2010
1 – 2 MN Conference UMW Gathering in Grand Rapids
4 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
11 Emma Norton Service Annual Dinner
13 & 14 Circles meet
21 Green Cleaning Party (Maureen Trepp)
30 Mini SCM @ Centennial UMC
November 2010
1 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
10 & 11 Circles meet
12 Holiday Bazaar Set up (Kim Kanuit)
13 Holiday Bazaar (Kim Kanuit)
29 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
December 2010
4 Cookie Bake/Exchange (Geri Cook)
8 Lunch & General Meeting
9 Wenonah Circle Christmas Potluck
11 Drop-In Child Care
January 2011
3 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
12 & 13 Circles meet
29 TC District Mtg @ Camphor UMC
31 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
February 2011
5 Dinner Theater
6 UMW Sunday
9 & 10 Circles meet
28 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
March 2011
9 Lunch & General Meeting (Ash Wednesday)
11 – 12 Winter Retreat @ Camp Kingswood
April 2011
2 Spring Style Show (Maureen Trepp)
4 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
13 & 14 Circles meet
30 TC District Mtg @ TBA
All month Plant Sale
May 2011
1 Plant Sale Pickup
2 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
6 – 7 MN Conference Spiritual Retreat @ Camp Koronis
11 & 12 Circles meet
June 2011
6 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
8 Picnic & General Meeting @ Wabun Park
9 Wenonah Circle Picnic @ Minnehaha Park
July 2011
12 – 17 School of Christian Mission (St. John’s, Collegeville)
August 2011
1 Leadership Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
TBA Sustainable Market (Kitty Campbell)
Enrichment Groups
Thursday Volunteers
Beginning 48 years ago, Thursday Volunteers still meet the first and third Thursdays of each month, October through May. They gather to make Personal Care Bags for Simpson Shelter and Chapel of Hope, and Lap Robes for Walker Care Center and Augustana Care Center. Contacts: Mae Schroeder and Margaret Risteau.
Prayer Shawl and Baptismal Blanket Ministry
Knit, crochet, quilt, sew…. Lovingly create a shawl to be given to those in our midst who are in need of a reminder that they are cared for, remembered and prayed for, or a Baptismal Blanket for those being welcomed into our church community. Contact: Ann Mattson.
Florence’s Greeting Cards
We have all enjoyed the opportunity to purchase recycled greeting cards originally hand-made by Florence Ness, now carried on in her memory (cards are available in Fellowship Hall). Help us continue her wonderful mission and join this card making group. Contact: DeAnna Wichman.
Read a Book a Month
Join this collection of readers who meet once a month (Sunday mornings at 10:15 in the chapel) to discuss a specific work. Selections are thought-provoking and spiritually enriched. Women of all ages are welcome! Contact: Margaret Rawson.
Secret Sisters
A Secret Sister is a special friend for you to pray for and remember. Join this group of multi-generational women who support each other and come together to celebrate once or twice a year. Contact: Geri Cook.
Reading Program
The purpose of the Reading Program is to encourage United Methodist Women:
- to expand understanding of and participation in God’s mission;
- to increase sensitivity to all human beings—their needs, interests, and concerns;
- to encourage critical thinking about issues facing humanity today;
- to grow in understanding of Scripture as it relates to Christian faith in contemporary life;
- to enhance self-knowledge and to act from that knowledge;
- to strengthen involvement in local and global Christian mission.
The Women’s Division recommends a diverse range of books with the intention of broadening exposure to a variety of concepts. The Division does not intend that United Methodist Women accept each word or idea contained within each volume. Some books you may agree with. Some you may not. Either is all right. At the least you know the Women’s Division cares and wants you to be a knowledgeable and caring Christian about the issues of the day.
Select the plan that suits your reading habits, and follow that plan to receive credit. Anyone may participate. Books are chosen from five categories: Education for Mission; Nurturing Community; Social Action; Spiritual Growth; and Leadership Development. Books, Magazines, and check-out cards are located on the cart in the church library. Regular reading of Response magazine is an important part of Plan I; regular reading of Response and World Outlook are important parts of Plans II – IV. Youth books are included in Plans II – IV. Children’s books are included in Plans III – IV.
Plan I: Read 4 books, one from four of the five categories.
Plan II: Read 10 books, 2 from four of the five categories plus 2 additional books.
Plan III: Read 15 books, 2 from four of the five categories plus 7 additional books.
Plan IV: Read 20 books, 2 from four of the five categories plus 12 additional books.
School of Christian Mission
Held annually in July, the UMW’s School of Christian Women is an educational experience that expands participants’ ideas about what mission is in today’s world. It is an opportunity to study current issues impacting society based on recent mission study topics. Each School offers classes on a topic covering three themes: Spiritual Growth, Geographic, and Social Issues.
The School of Christian Mission is held Tuesday through Friday and includes classes around chosen study themes, worship, large group gatherings, sharing faith stories and other activities. Two mission events take place during the same week, one on the weekend (Friday night to Sunday), and one drive-in day on Thursday.
Who can come to School of Christian Mission? Anyone who wishes to learn more about the study topics is welcome! You don’t have to be a UMW member or even a United Methodist! Invite women from your church who may not be actively involved in UMW. Invite a friend or relative who would enjoy the stimulating conversations that always occur. Teens are encouraged to participate as well.
Response Magazine
- Want to see the world?
- Searching for meaning in life?
- Overwhelmed by folks who don't care?
- Concerned about neglected children?
- Committed to mission?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, Response is for you. Monthly Bible studies, stories of faith, and mission opportunities are just part of what you'll find in Response. This magazine will touch your heart, stir your soul, and challenge your mind.
Response is available through subscription or on the cart in the church library.
On-line versions of articles and studies are available here:
http://new.gbgm-umc.org/umw/response
Find us on the web!
United Methodist Women
http://new.gbgm-umc.org/umw
Minnesota United Methodist Women
http://www.minnesotaumc.org
Twin Cities District United Methodist Women
http://www.myumw.com
Minnehaha United Methodist Women
http://www.minnehaha.org/umw.html
