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The Naomi Circle
In the book of Ruth we meet Naomi, a woman of
great strength and character. In the days of
famine, she and her husband, along with their two
sons, journeyed from Bethlehem to the town of
Moab, where they started a new life and their sons
were later married. But after the death of her
husband and both sons, Naomi was again forced to
leave her home, and she returned to Bethlehem
with her daughter-in-law Ruth. We in the Naomi
Circle share her strength and spirit in our work with
the UMW. We are a group of energetic, young-atheart
women with a passion for Christ and a
commitment to helping others.
Like other Circles, Naomi members support the UMW's missions through financial contributions and fundraisers, but we are also friends who get together regularly for an evening of camaraderie and fellowship. Our gatherings, held in members' homes, typically consist of a short business meeting, an educational or fun program, and always, sharing of food. Among the fascinating programs we have enjoyed in the past were a presentation on floral fashion and design, a report from a volunteer who had just returned from a mission to Africa, and a discussion with Alan on the history and meaning of stoles and paraments. We support the church and community by donating gifts for children at the UM Children's Home, collecting donations for New Life, NNEMAP, and other worthwhile causes, and providing cookies and serving at coffee hour. Last month we assembled Easter baskets for the church's homebound members, and are presently collecting an assortment of cleaning supplies for the CRIS Project family.
Naomi Circle meets the third Wednesday evening of the month, and we welcome new members. For more information, contact Vivian Schweb (436-6274) or Patti Sykes (939-0527).