March 2010

Worthington United Methodist WomenWUMC Circle News and Information

UMW Membership

Worthington UMW extends an open invitation to all women of the church to join our 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.

WUMW currently has approximately 160 members. Members belong to small groups known as Circles and attend regular meetings for fellowship, personal enrichment programs, and to further the UMW's goal of supporting local and global missions for women and children. All money raised by the UMW is used for this purpose. Circles have special topics of focus each year in the areas of Spiritual Growth, Social Issues and Mission Studies. Members are encouraged to participate in a Reading Program and other learning opportunities offered by the Conference and District. Circle members also help host Sunday coffee hours, prepare gift baskets for those unable to attend circle meetings, host birthday and anniversary receptions, sponsor luncheons and events such as the Mother/Daughter banquet and Father/Child Dinner/Game Night, and participate in numerous other service projects. Repeating last year's efforts, UMW members will again work with the Outreach Committee in 2010 to help resettle a refugee family through the CRIS Project.

UMW Circles are comprised of women of all ages and backgrounds. We invite you to consider joining the circle that best meets your needs. -- Jeanne Line, Membership Chair (614-885-3111 or jslineohio@aol.com)

March Circle Meetings

The Executive Board, made up of UMW officers, circle leaders and committee chairpersons, guides the Circles and performs administrative duties for the organization. The Board meets the 1st Thursday of each month at 10:30 am, in Room 317, and visitors are always welcome. Lunch and fellowship time follow the meeting.

Deborah Circle meets at 1:00 pm on the 2nd Thursday. Outside speakers are invited, and circle members often take turns sharing a program. Typical programs have included studying the three Marys of the Bible, and sharing information on missionary work abroad. (Leader Jean Tyler, 794-2886)

Dorcas Circle meets on scheduled Saturdays at 9:00 am. Their work is focused on planning and coordinating the Trifles 'n' Treasures garage sale. (Mary Stephens 433-7459, Cindy Ryan 825-0003)

Elizabeth Circle meets on the 2nd Monday at 7:00 PM. Most of these women are working moms with children ranging in age from preteen to adults with grandchildren. They are busy in the church as well as the community, and their programs cover a wide variety of topics. (Sharon Chadwell, 888-0719 and Malayna Chadwell, 888-2730)

Martha Circle meets on the 2nd Thursday at 7:00 pm. This group enjoys devotions and fellowship while working on individual craft projects. In 2008 they created a beautiful Bicentennial Scrapbook which was presented as a gift to the church. (Melanie Serpa, 846-0296)

Naomi Circle meets the 2nd Wednesday at 7:00 pm in the homes of various members, September-December and March-May, as many of their members head to warmer climates for the winter. They usually attend the Taize Service as one of their meetings, and participate in a monthly "Gift of Service." (Vivian Schweb, 436-6274)

Rebekah Circle meets the 3rd Monday at 7:00 pm. Babysitting is provided as members are primarily mothers of young children. Rebekah Circle supports the Columbus Literacy Council by collecting and donating needed office supplies for their local mission project. (Co-Leaders Jill Reardon, 888-2075 and Amanda MacFarlane, 519-9866)

Ruth Circle meets the 2nd Tuesday at 9:30 am, September through May, and enjoys varied programs. (Jo Donham, 885-7199)

Sarah Circle meets the 2nd Wednesday at 9:30 AM. Their programs focus on a variety of faith and mission based subjects. (Ann Earl, 326-9880 and Myrtle Bradley, 436-0372)

The ladies of Riverside Methodist Hospital Sewing Guild #28 are important members of WUMC and the UMW. They meet on the 1st Wednesday at 9:30 am in the hospital's North Medical Building. Many members have been part of this group for 35-40 years. (Cora Barnes, 885-1774 and Liz Knorr, 436-4866)