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.
The Emblem
The emblem of United Methodist Women, the 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 flame is in motion to shine a light into the
darkness.
The Organization
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN is an integral part of The United
Methodist Church. "In every local church there shall be an organized unit of
United Methodist Women"(The Book of Discipline,2004,256.5) United Methodist
Women are organized locally in groups called units. A local group is
called a "unit" because it is connected to a greater whole that includes the
district, the conference, the jurisdiction and the national
organizations. The national policy making body is the Womens' Division for
the General Board of Global Ministries.The Burleson Unit is in the Fort Worth
District, the Central Texas Conference and the South Central Jurisdiction.
The Mission Resource Center for United Methodist Women handles
all materials for the reading program,brochures,constitution and bylaws
membership pins and mission pins. You may place an order to 1221 Profit Drive
Dallas, Texas 75247, call toll free 800-305-9857 or by fax to 214-630-0079
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST. You may also view products and order on
line www.missionresourcecenter.org
The Mission Magazine to the United Methodist Church "New World
Outlook" will help to keep you informed. The voice of women in mission "Response" is a UMW publication
but to know more go to
www.gbgm-umc.org and click to your right onto the United Methodist
Women's icon.
The more women you speak with and share information you educate
yourself. To share go to www.umwonline.org and
sign-up.
The Burleson Unit of United Methodist Women are:
Centered in relationship with God through Jesus Christ;
Focused on ministries for women, children and youth;
Involved in missions both locally and globally;
Committed to inclusiveness;
Pledged to financial support for mission through undesignated
giving;
Engaged in development and use of skills for service,
leadership development and personal growth and
Encouraged to work with other organizations on issues of
mutual concern.
The 2010 UMW Executive Board
President - Lisa Chick Vice President - Laura Forman Secretary - Carolyn Wright Treasurer - Marzie Bartee Education, Interpretation & Historian - Jane
Felt Secretary Program Resources - Mildred George Social Action - Virginia Boggess Spiritual Growth - Janet Harvey Membership Nurture & Outreach - LaRea Wilson Nominating Committee Chair - Mona Sumner Communications Coordinator - Lisa Chick
Circle Chairwomen
Friendship Circle - Sherrie White Joy Circle - Donna Kirby Sunshine Circle - LaRea Wilson Lamplighters Circle - Jeanette Segerstrom Covenant Circle - Lisa Chick
Circle Meeting Schedules
Friendship, Joy and Sunshine Circles - Fellowship
the 2nd Tuesday of each month 9:30 am at the church or in a member's home;
the circle does not meet June, July and August.
Lamplighters Circle - Fellowship the 2nd Monday of
each month 7:00 pm in the church parlor; the circle does not meet June, July and
December.
Covenant Circle - Fellowship the 1st Thursday of each month
at 10 am in the dining room of Covenant Place, which is an assisted living community.
Upcoming Activities
All UMW brochures, activities and information sheets are
available on the UMW bulletin board located outside the Worship Center by the
adult hall.
JOHN WESLEY'S RULE-Do all the good you can; by all the means you can; in all the ways you
can; in all the places you can; at all the times you can; as long as ever you can.
Circle Missionaries Sunshine Circle: Gaston Nkulu & Jeanne Ntambo in Kitwe, Zambia;
Joy Circle: William & Jerrie Savuto in Meru North, Kenya; Friendship Circle: Amy Spaur in Dallas, Texas (UMCOR)
Lamplighters Circle: Mark & Diane Abbott in Madrid, Spain.
August 29 Sunday Joy Circle 5th Sunday Greeters.
August 31 Tuesday End of Fiscal Year
September 2 Thursday 10 am Covenant Circle at Covenant Place.
September 4 Saturday 9am-11am Caring for the Caregiver. This series is facilitated by
Pam Brandon, who represents Meals-On-Wheels of Johnson and Ellis Counties through a project call the Family
Caregiver Education Program. This program is available to anyone who is interested. This series will be an education
and support group for those who take care of a loved one. This date will be on Elder Care and the group will meet in
the Faithbuilders room in the adult hall. If you have any questions contact Lisa Chick at 817-295-1166.
September 8 Wednesday Lions Luncheon Friendship Circle.
September 11 Saturday 9am-11am Faithbuilders room Caring for the Caregiver: Medication Management
September 12 Sunday 2pm UMW Board will have usher training for UMW Sunday. GRANDPARENTS DAY!
September 13 Monday 7 pm Lamplighters Circle at the church in the parlor.
September 14 Tuesday 9:30 am Friendship Circle will meet in the home of a member. Sunshine
and Joy Circles will meet at the church. Sunshine Circle will host Reverend Mike Wright-Chapman who will give the
devotional and program.
September 18 Saturday 9am-11am Faithbuilders room Caring for the Caregiver: Legal & Financial
Fort Worth District annual meeting at Lighthouse Fellowship United Methodist Church located at 7200 Robertson Road Fort
Worth. Program will begin at 10:30 am with lunch ending at 1pm. This will be a potluck lunch so please bring a covered dish.
This is about a 45 minute drive from Burleson FUMC and transportation will be the individuals responsiblity or carpool.
September 22 Wednesday Lions Luncheon Joy Circle.
September 26 Sunday United Methodist Women Sunday Joy Roberson guest speaker "When Women Follow Christ"
Everyone attend a service, wear your UMW nametag and wear red.
September 28 Tuesday 10 am in the Sanctuary UMW Fellowship. United Methodist Women offer to all women
of the church the opportunity to share in fellowship in learning and the sharing of a meal. Reverend Mike Wright-Chapman,
Associate Pastor of Nurture, will lead us in the study of "Cultivating Fruitfulness." This educational opportunity will begin
at 10 am and with lunch end at 1pm.
Central Texas Conference Project Uniform shirts for grades K through 5th grade meeting guidelines
set forth by the Fort Worth School District. White or navy polo shirts. Must have sleeves.
**If you have any questions about the Burleson Unit of the
United Methodist Women please feel free to contact one of the officers listed
above. They can be reached through our church office 817-295-1166 or e-mail us
at UMWburleson@txwifi.com
