A small sampling of previous UWF/UMW events:
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Executive Board Meeting – 5 Sept, 2024
After our summer break, we are ready to begin another year of fellowship, fun, and activities. Be ready to hit the road running!
We will have our September UWF Executive Board Meeting on
Thursday, September 5th, at 9:30am, in the Fireside Room.
Be sure to bring your own beverage. Sue L. will provide refreshments, but we now bring our own beverages. Everyone is welcome to attend!
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Mission U 2024
The theme of Mission U this year is, “The Kin-dom is Among You,” and the first session will be in Monte Toyon May 31st through June 2nd.
Registration deadline for the first session is May 17th.
Please look on the UWF bulletin board or online for more information.
There will be four opportunities to attend Mission U this year:
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- Monte Toyon Camp, Aptos CA May 31 – June 2
- Carson Valley UMC Gardnerville, NV June 28 – 29
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- ECCO Conference Center, Oakhurst, CA July 26 – 28
- Centennial UMC, Sacramento, CA August 31
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Find more information about housing, registration, and fees.
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Affordable Housing Social Action Event – 19 May, 2024
St. Paul’s UMC invites you to join for
Affordable Housing: Challenges & Solutions
Learning from Lived Experience.
Sunday, May 19th, 2024, 5:00 – 7:15pm
Dinner: 5:00 – 5:45pm; Program: 5:50 – 7:15pm
Find the Event Flyer here.
La Primera Iglesia Metodista Unida
24 N. 5th St., San Jose, CA 95112
Free garage parking at 5th & E. St. John St. (one block from the church)
Thousands of people are unhoused in San Jose every night and thousands more are housing insecure, that is they are facing eviction or the threat of eviction, don’t know where they will spend tomorrow night, are staying with a family member or friend temporarily, etc.
This event spotlights the experiences of our panelists and their struggles to find affordable, stable housing. Not only will we hear about their struggles, but we will also learn from them what would have been helpful to them as they looked for affordable housing.
After learning from our panelists, there will be a brief presentation about how the City of San Jose is working to reduce the severity of the housing crisis, followed by a presentation by a member of St. Paul’s addressing their efforts to build affordable housing. (English-Spanish translation provided.)
Panelists:
– Mary Sapigao (Change the Story)
– Karen Parker (St. Paul’s UMC Member)
– Members of La Primera Iglesia
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Annual UWF Tea – April 28, 2024
On Sunday, April 28th, the United Women in Faith held their annual tea in the Fellowship Hall.
All enjoyed a lovely afternoon of tea, treats, and wonderful conversation with ladies from various UWF Circles and heard from an inspiring guest speaker from the Bay Area Women’s Sports Initiative (BAWSI).
Proceeds of our charitable donations were given to benefit BAWSI. See some photos of the event here.
Save the date for next year’s tea: April 6th, 2025.
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Annual UWF Tea – April 28, 2023 at 11:30am (after church).
On Sunday, April 28th, join the United Women in Faith for their annual tea, in the Fellowship Hall at 11:30am. Enjoy delicious teas and treats, beautiful table settings, and an inspiring speaker.
Please be our guest and enjoy a lovely afternoon of tea, treats and wonderful conversation with ladies from various UWF Circles.
Baskets filled with treasures will be available through your charitable donations.
The proceeds from the Silent Auction will benefit the Bay Area Women’s Sports Initiative (BAWSI) and the guest speaker will be Sara Quilici Giles from BAWSI.
Basket viewing will begin at 11:30am, and the Tea will be from 12 noon to 2pm.
We hope you will join us for this very special event!
Please RSVP:
You may sign up on Sundays in the courtyard during Fellowship Time after worship no later than Sunday, April 21st.
Your RSVP will help us to set a place for every guest.
Please let us know should you need child care.
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Campbell UWF APRIL Fundraiser
Thank you to ALL who made our this fundraiser such a success!
The Butter Braids / Cookie Dough delivery is expected May 8th and
those who ordered will be contacted directly for pickup.
The United Women in Faith seek to improve the lives of women, children, and youth –
locally, nationally, and globally through service and advocacy.
Your purchases help to support our work in missions and outreach.
Thank you for your support!
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Campbell UWF APRIL Fundraiser
Thank you to ALL who made our annual Fall fundraiser last year
such a success!
However, if you’re like many of us in UWF, you have either run out of, or are getting low on, the delicious treats we sold last fall.
Don’t worry, you have another opportunity to stock up!
We will be selling Butter Braids & Cookie Dough during the month of April, with delivery in May.
Order forms will be out at coffee hour at the same table as the Spring Tea sign up.
You can also order online here.
The United Women in Faith seek to improve the lives of women, children, and youth –
locally, nationally, and globally through service and advocacy.
Your purchases help to support our work in missions and outreach.
Thank you for your support!
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UWF APRIL Zoom Spiritual Retreat (with Central Valley UWF)
Find the Flyer with info and registration here.
Reverend Quentisha Davis Wiles is a liberation theologian who believes the Word of God is a living Word and brings freedom & liberty when proclaimed, ingested, and applied to one’s life. She examines sacred text from a womanist context, which provides additional lens and perspective to the living gospel.
Pastor Q, as she is affectionately called, has over 25 years in ministry and nine years in parish ministry. God continues to use Pastor Quentisha in a variety of contexts, planting seeds of life and coaching God’s people to wellness in and out of the local church.
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General Meeting & Christmas Program – December 7th, 2023
Come to the Fireside Room on Thursday, December 7th, when the Campbell UWF will have our December Program & General Meeting in the Fireside Room.
The General Meeting will be at 9:30am, followed by the
Program, (TBA), at 11am. Light refreshments* will be provided.
(*Please bring your own beverage as we no longer provide them at our meetings.)
Please join us!
The bi-annual General Meeting of Campbell UWF is open to everyone, not just Circle members.
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UWF 2023 Annual Fundraiser
Thank you to ALL who made our annual fundraiser
such a success!
Orders will be available for pick-up Fri, November 17th;
Just in time for Thanksgiving!
Come to the Fireside Room to pick up your orders:
FRIDAY, November 17 from Noon-3pm
or
SATURDAY, November 18 from 10am-Noon
The United Women in Faith seek to improve the lives of women, children, and youth –
locally, nationally, and globally through service and advocacy.
Your purchases help to support our work in missions and outreach.
Thank you for your support!
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El Camino Real District Celebration – October 7, 2023
The El Camino Real District United Women In Faith
will hold their annual celebration at Good Samaritan UMC (Cupertino) from 9:30am-12:30pm on October 7th.
Come at 9:30am for refreshments and visiting;
program begins at 10:00am.
Theme: “Showing Up for Racial Justice as Spiritual Discipline”
A catered buffet lunch will be available.
Find all the details along with the web flyer, and Register Here!
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CA-NV UWF Conference UWF Celebration – October 14, 2023
“Boldly Living Our Faith and Love Through Action”
Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold.
~2 Corinthians 3:12, NIV
St Marks UMC, Sacramento, CA
9:00am – 3:00pm; Program begins 9:30am
Click here for flyer and to register
Registration Deadline October 9th
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Days for Girls Workshop – August 21, 2023 at Wesley UWF, 10:00-4:00
UWF members interested in learning how to assemble and sew washable menstrual pads for women and girls in Nepal are invited to participate in a hands-on workshop with Katherine Parker, a missionary with the UMC General Board of Ministries, working with community development in Nepal. Katherine’s area of service (and passion) is with:
Adolescent empowerment, including sexual reproductive health/rights, mental health, & menstrual hygiene; Dignity for migrant workers; and Water, sanitation and hygiene.
Registration for this workshop is required. Find contact & more info on the event flyer.
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UWF General Meeting – May 4, 2023 at 9:30am
Please join us Thursday, May 4th, when the Campbell UWF will have our Spring Program & General Meeting in the Fireside Room.
The General Meeting will be at 9:30am, followed by Brunch at 10:30,* and the Program at 11am with our Guest Speaker, Bobby Corson, who will discuss her book, Stepping Out of the Shadows: Naming and Claiming the Medial Woman Today.
Quote from Bobbie Corson: “This book is based on the study I did for my dissertation over 25 years ago, but is now expanded, readable, and touching with personal, psychological, and spiritual qualities.
The richness of our culture in part is that it is made up of so many different kinds of people, most of whom we know. However, there is a small group of women who aren’t names, known, or recognized. These are “Medial Women,” women who struggle to bring forth who they are and the gifts they can offer because they aren’t honored or understood. You may be one of these women, or you may know and love one but have been puzzled about who she is. This book may offer you an “ah ha!” Or it may bring a tear as you realize that you are not alone.”
Please join us as Bobbie Corson helps us to understand the mystery of the “Medial Woman.”
All are welcome!
(*Please bring your own beverages.)
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Annual UWF Tea – April 30, 2023 at 11:30am (after church).
On Sunday, April 30th, join the United Women in Faith for their annual tea, in the Fellowship Hall at 11:30am. Enjoy delicious teas and treats, beautiful table settings, and an inspiring speaker.
Please be our guest and enjoy a lovely afternoon of tea, treats and wonderful conversation with ladies from various UWF Circles.
Baskets filled with treasures will be available through your charitable donations. The proceeds from the Silent Auction will benefit the YMCA Project Cornerstone.
Basket viewing will begin at 11:30am, and the Tea will be from 12 noon to 2pm.
We hope you will join us for this very special event!
Please RSVP:
You may ONLY sign up on Sundays in the courtyard during Fellowship Time after worship no later than Sunday, April 23rd.
Your RSVP will help us to set a place for every guest.
Please let us know should you need child care.
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Christmas Program and General Meeting – December 1st, 2022
Please join us Thursday, December 1st, when the Campbell UWF will have our December Program & General Meeting in the Fireside Room.
The General Meeting will be at 9:30am, followed by Brunch at 10:30,* and the Program, Merry Christmons, at 11am.
(*Please bring your own beverage as no coffee, tea, or juice will be provided.)
Chrismons, meaning “Christ monograms,” traditionally are white and gold designs made from Christian symbols that signify Christ. Often displayed on an evergreen tree during the Christmas season, symbols such as stars, crosses, fish, crowns, and the alpha and omega remind us of Christ’s identity, his story, and of the Holy Trinity. Chrismons symbols were first introduced in 1957.
Please join us! We will learn about the origin of the Chrismon tree and the meaning of some of the Chrismons. We will then have the opportunity to decorate the tree in the Narthex and turn it into a Chrismon tree using our Chrismons!
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Butter Braids & Cookie Orders from UWF
It’s nearly time to pick up Butter Braids & Cookie Dough!
They will be delivered Friday, Nov 18th. You can pick up your orders
that day in the church parking lot from noon-3pm.
Orders will also be available for pick up Saturday Nov 19th from 10am-noon. If you will not pick up Friday Nov 18th, please let Melinda know (melinda.knepp @ gmail.com) as these are frozen items and we will need to make sure that we have freezer space for them.
Thank you for supporting United Women in Faith!
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UWF 2022 Fundraiser – October 16, 23, 30
The UWF Fundraiser has started! This year, we are selling seven different, yummy Butter Braid pastries (incl one savory): Strawberry Cream Cheese, Apple, Cinnamon, Raspberry, Cream Cheese, Bavarian Creme, and Four Cheese & Herb.
Just thaw, rise, & bake and you have a delicious appetizer
or a treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Six different flavors of Wooden Spoon cookie dough will also be available: Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter, Macadamia Nut, Confetti, Triple Chocolate, and Snickerdoodle.
All goodies are frozen so you can cook them when you want them.
Look for a table in the Fellowship Hall after worship on October 16th, 23rd and 30th to place your orders.
You can also order online to pay with a credit card if you wish!
Click on individual products to see ingredients, nutrition facts, and add to your cart.
There is a $2 service fee if you order this way.
If you need assistance, contact Melinda at melinda.knepp @ gmail.com.
Orders will be available for pick-up Fri, November 18 from noon-3pm and
Sat, November 19 from 10am-noon; Just in time for Thanksgiving!
The United Women in Faith seek to improve the lives of women, children, and youth –
locally, nationally, and globally through service and advocacy.
Your purchases help to support our work in missions and outreach.
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California-Nevada UWF Annual Celebration – October 15th
In Person & Virtual Event
Theme: “TURN IT UP”
We announce with great joy and excitement that the 2022 Annual Celebration be In Person for the first time after COVID. It will also be hosted via Zoom for those who wish to attend virtually. Find the info flyer & registration.
Location: Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave, Livermore, CA 94550
Date/Time: Saturday, October 15th; 10:00am to 3:30pm
Gathering Time: 9:30am to 10:00am (Registration and Coffee Time)
Reflection and Meditation for the Day – James 2: 14-17
What good is it, my brothers, and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.
This year’s celebration will be graced by the Western Jurisdiction President of the United Women in Faith, Bonita Jane Miller. Originally from the East Bay Area of California, Bonita moved to Alaska in 1978. She and husband Fred have three daughters and five grandchildren, with one more on the way. Traveling with or to visit them is a favorite pursuit! Bonnie is also a labradoodle mom to three sweet dogs.
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Special Film Screening
You’re invited!
Film Screening: Pushout
Tuesday, October 11th, 2022
5:00-7:00pm Pacific Time Register here.
Honor the International Day of the Girl Child and the National Week of Action Against School Pushout with a special screening of the film:
Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools.
This event is hosted by United Women in Faith. There is no cost to participate. All are welcome.
Space is limited and registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Register here.
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El Camino Real District UWF Annual Celebration – October 1st
Where: Willow Glen UMC – 1420 Newport Ave., San Jose, CA 95125
When: October 1st, 2022; 9:30am – 12:00pm
Scripture: Isaiah 40: 31: but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Keynote Speaker: Reverend Susan Smith, pastor of Children and Family Ministries at Willow Glen UMC and Director of Woodhaven Preschool.
Lunch: A catered or boxed lunch will be available for those attending in person.
Be sure to select that button on the registration form, if you would like to have lunch.
Offering: You may make a donation to Mary Elizabeth Inn and/or Gum Moon Women’s Residence, which are national projects for the United Women in Faith, located in the Bay Area. Those organizations have “Donate” buttons on their websites, so donating online is the preferred method. You can also make a donation at the actual event, either by check or cash. Make checks out to “El Camino Real District UMW” and write “Annual Celebration Offering” in the memo field. Donations collected at the event will be divided evenly between the Mary Elizabeth Inn and the Gum Moon women’s Residence.
Find more information (incl zoom link) and registration on the El Camino Real district website.
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Faith Talks – Sept 22nd
Join Faith Talks LIVE on “Forging a New Path: Post Pandemic Faith Communities” Thursday, September 22nd at 11:00am PT.
Join us for bimonthly conversations with United Women in Faith,
hosted by Jennifer R. Farmer.
We’re excited to invite you to a special Faith Talks recording with author and former pastor Rebekah Simon-Peter. We’ll discuss her new book “Forging a New Path,” a groundbreaking guidebook for the church in this post-pandemic period. As the prophet Ezekiel surveyed a valley of dry bones, God asked him, “Can these bones live?” His prophetic vision hinted at the lifelessness of worship hundreds of years ago. But today, we are grappling with this same question; “Can these bones live?” We believe they can and so does Rebekah Simon Peter.
We hope you’ll join us on Thursday, Sept. 22 at 11:00am PT.
You can register here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Find out more about United Women in Faith’s Faith Talks Podcasts.
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Just Energy for All Webinar – Sept 21st
Just Energy for All webinars occur every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 12–1:30pm PT.
All are welcome to join.
The virtual conversation takes place on Zoom.
Please join us Wednesday, September 21, from 12–1:30pm PT for our webinar, Bringing Environmental Justice and People Power into the Electoral Process.
Join us to learn how to prioritize environmental justice throughout the electoral process and beyond. Speakers will share insights and best practices on how people of faith can vote, mobilize others to vote, and hold candidates accountable to the needs of impacted communities. We will be looking at the importance of the electoral process in climate justice at not only the federal level, but also the state and local level. Additionally, we will share resources for members to strengthen our climate and environmental justice priority messaging and strategies for leveraging in different contexts.
Click to Register for Just Energy for All Webinars
If you’d like to receive future updates from United Women in Faith around climate justice, sign up here.
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UWF General Assembly – May 20-22, 2022
Imagine seeing thousands of women united again in one place and time where hope is in the air. Women ready to heal, ready to celebrate, and ready to act. All United Women in Faith are invited to be part of Assembly 2022 in Orlando, Florida.
In 2022 we reflect on today’s challenges and together find comfort and strength to move forward, building new ways for faith-filled women to make a difference in our communities and the world. We will recommit to our purpose, but also more. For such a time as this, we will TURN IT UP!
- TURN IT UP! for spiritual healing and renewal
- TURN IT UP! for rebirth in a new time
- TURN IT UP! for women leaders
- TURN IT UP! for justice for women, children and youth
Here is what to expect at Assembly. Can’t join us in Orlando? Then join us virtually!
Assembly 2022 has both in-person and online experiences allowing even more women to participate and Turn it Up. Virtual attendees get access to all five Community Gatherings, one workshop on Friday and Saturday, exclusive behind-the-scenes speaker interviews, and sisterhood networking.
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Campbell UMC UWF General Meeting – May 5, 2022
The United Women in Faith invite you to join them for their General Meeting program on
Thursday, May 5, 2022, via zoom. (see your email for zoom links).
ALL are Welcome!
Business Meeting from 9:30am – 10:00am
Coffee, Brunch, Program from 10:00am – 11:00am
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UMW Virtual Soul-Care Retreat – Saturday, 26 February, 10am-12pm
A Time for Soul Care!
THEME: “Living Justice” … A Journey to Peace
This event is being brought to you by the CA-NV Conference UMW.
The facilitator for this event is Nora Cunningham who is the Spiritual Growth liaison from the National UMW office.
All local, district, and conference UMW members and friends are welcome to attend!
Begin 2022 by preparing our inner being, our soul, for the Journey to Peace.
We will participate in worship, soul-searching, reflection, healing and reconciliation of body, mind, and spirit. View the Soul Care Retreat Flyer here.
Please click here to register, and you will receive an email confirmation with the link to join the session.
Please SAVE that email for use on the day of the event.
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Christmas Program and General Meeting – December 3rd, 2020
Thursday, December 3rd, the Campbell UMW will have our Executive Board Meeting and General Meeting via Zoom. Everyone is invited to attend both meetings. The Executive Board Meeting will begin at 9:30am, followed by the General Meeting, Gifts of Christmas, Covid Style, at 10am.
Bring something yummy to drink and eat (hot chocolate and cookies are always good) and something to help you relax like a candle or aromatic. We will sing Christmas carols and share the gifts of Christmas.
Ho Ho Hope to see you all there!
Contact Sally Wenzel for the link to join the UMW Zoom Meeting (link also sent to the group email list).
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CANCELLED: El Camino Real District UMW Spiritual Retreat
Due to the current unusually high health concerns, the Spiritual Retreat, scheduled for March 13-15, must be cancelled for this year.
The retreat center has been required by their county Health Services Agency to not have any public gatherings for the next week or so.
Your registration fees will be refunded.
We hope that next year, we will be in a better situation, and that we can again offer you a spiritually uplifting and renewing retreat experience.
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The 2020 District UMW Spiritual Retreat will be held March 13-15, among the redwoods of the Mission Springs Retreat Center, Scotts Valley, CA
Theme: Choose Hope for God’s World
An Inspiring program by Rev. Charlotte Bear.
Rev. Charlotte is a spiritual leader, healthcare chaplain, former broadcast journalist, community advocate and activist, wife, mother and US Veteran; as well as a pastor in our District. Rev. Bear guides people to reconnect with the sacredness of God’s earth, to have an impact through collective action, and to build community resilience in response to a dramatically changing planet.
Please register (online form or mail-in form)
by Wednesday, March 4, 2020.
Register early for best availability of lodging options.
Full and Partial Scholarships available
Find more details about the retreat here.
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El Camino Real District UMW Presents
Connect & Learn 2020: Let Your Light Shine
February 1, 2020 9:30am – 12:30pm
Check-in opens at 8:30am.
No registration fee.
Please register by Jan. 25, 2020
St. Paul’s UMC, San Jose, CA
What does it mean to “let our light shine?”
How do we help others “shine?”
As United Methodist Women, we all have an opportunity to encourage leadership and empowerment, and to be all that God has meant us to be. Our keynote speaker, Rev. Jennifer Goto, will explore this topic with us.
Following the keynote, breakout groups will be offered to prepare women for leadership roles in UMW, and to explore what UMW is all about. The following breakout groups will be offered: President; Secretary/Communications; Treasurer; UMW in Mission/Social Action; Program Planning; Teaming Up to Grow UMW; and Knowing God.
Two easy registration options:
- Online: Fill out and submit the online form on the event web page.
- Snail mail: Download the Connect and Learn 2020 registration flyer, fill it out, and mail to our registrar, Lynn Hermoso.
Child care available if requested in advance on registration form.
Please register by Jan. 25, 2020
St. Paul’s UMC, 405 S. 10th Street, San Jose, CA
Find out more information on the event web page.
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WOMXN’S MARCH SAN JOSE 2020: Our Power Counts
Saturday, January 18, 11:00am-2pm
City Hall Rotunda, 200 E. Santa Clara St, San Jose
Our power counts. The power in our voices, the power in our unity, and the power in our votes. 2020 is the year that we not only demonstrate our power, but we use it to mobilize and create change.
Join the Campbell United Methodist Women for the fourth annual Womxn’s March San Jose on January 18th, 2020. We will meet at the flag pole in front of City Hall and begin walking to the Arena Green where there will be a rally and call to action.
If you have any questions, please contact Andrea Starr by writing umw @ campbellunited.org.
See and share the Facebook event here.
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Rooted in our Foremothers, Women’s Vision of Shalom
Mary’s song of praise is her lyrical response to the good news of Jesus birth through her. Mary magnifies the Lord who has chosen her to be the bearer of the Messiah, and bursts into a vision of shalom where the powerful are brought low, and the lowly raised high, the hungry filled with good things, and the rich sent away empty. This envisioned world is one of peace, justice and wholeness.
Come join the Campbell United Methodist Women on Thursday, December 5, 2019, in the Fireside Room, as we discover how Christmas is a reminder that we, too, stand on the shoulders of our foremothers in mission while allowing future generations to stand on ours, and continue to engage in faith, hope and love in action.
ALL are Welcome!!
General Meeting at 9:30am
Refreshments at 10:30am
Program at 11:00am
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Annual UMW Enchilada Sale
November 2nd is the day the United Methodist Women will make more than 1000 enchiladas for your enjoyment.
Order yours during coffee/fellowship time on October 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th or click here for an order form & mail your order and payment to the church office today!
If you would like to be part of the fun, fellowship and mission of the day we make these yummy delights, please contact Carla Twilleager at _______ or email her at _______.
October 27th is the last day to order, SO DON’T MISS OUT!
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Annual UMW Membership Tea – April 7, 2019 at 11:30am (after church).
You are cordially invited to attend the Campbell United Methodist Women (UMW) 12th Annual Membership Tea on Sunday, April 7th in the Fellowship Hall. Please be our guest and enjoy a lovely afternoon of tea, treats and wonderful conversation with ladies from various UMW Circles.
Basket viewing will begin at 11:30, and the Tea will be from 12 noon to 2pm.
Baskets filled with treasures will be available through your charitable donations to the Silent Auction. The proceeds from the Silent Auction will benefit the Family Giving Tree, an organization which, in 2016 alone—with the help of more than 500 Bay Area nonprofits and schools and the 1,500 individuals, groups and businesses that help lead drives—fulfilled over 76,000 holiday wishes and provided more than 39,000 supply-filled backpacks to those most in need. Over the last 27 years Family Giving Tree has served more than 1,400,000 children and individuals throughout the greater Bay Area and actively endeavor to inspire the values of kindness, philanthropy and volunteerism in our community. The Family Giving Tree is one of very few non-profits in the San Francisco Bay Area to receive Charity Navigator‘s 4-star rating.
We hope you will join us for this very special event!
Please RSVP:
You may sign up during Fellowship Time on Sundays OR
to Lou Woodburycatcott at ______ or UMW @ campbellunited.org no later than Sunday, March 31st.
Your RSVP will help us to set a place for every guest.
Please also let us know if you will need child care.
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Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of UMW
After General Conference 2019, The United Methodist Church faces changes and unknowns. What is known, however, is that United Methodist Women and its members will continue to stand together, committed to serving women, children and youth. For us, commitment to the Purpose and prayer are the only litmus tests for determining who can belong. The United Methodist Women celebrate our 150th anniversary this year. We have persisted through change before. We could not have been organized for mission for this long if we let our differences divide us. You’ve been praying. You are praying. Keep praying. And be sure to celebrate our 150th anniversary on March 23.
March 23, 2019, is a very special day for United Methodist Women members. It is the day our organization will officially be 150 years old—a true day of celebration! It’s also a special Day of Giving during which members and supporters can give to the Legacy Fund Endowment Campaign to ensure our next 150 years in mission.
At Campbell UMC, we had a special service on Sunday, March 24th, with Campbell UMW members participating in worship.
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Annual Enchilada Sale!
This is an annual treat that is looked forward to by many.
November 3rd is the day the United Methodist Women will make more than 1000 enchiladas for your enjoyment.
Order yours during coffee/fellowship time on October 7th, 14th, 21st or 28th,
OR
fill out this handy order form, and mail your order and payment today!
Last day to order is October 28th! Make Checks payable to Campbell UMW
Mail or bring order, including payment, to the church office:
1675 Winchester Blvd, Campbell, CA 95008
Enchilada types/flavors available (2 enchiladas per box, $5 per box):
– Chicken enchiladas with Green Sauce
– Beef enchiladas with Red Sauce
– Cheese enchiladas with Red Sauce
– Bean & Cheese enchiladas with Red Sauce
Enchiladas MUST BE picked up
on Saturday, November 3, 2018 between 1:00 and 3:00pm.
If you cannot be there, please arrange for someone to pick them up as we are unable to store them.
Enchiladas not picked up on November 3rd will be considered a donation, thank you!
If you would like to be a part of the fun, fellowship, and mission the day we make these yummy delights, please contact Carla Twilleager at umw @ campbellunited.org
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El Camino Real District UMW Annual Celebration
October 27, 2018; 9:30am – 3:30pm – Sunnyvale UMC
Continuing this year’s theme of “The Power of Bold,” our District UMW Annual Celebration is focused on “Justice With Compassion.”
We will lift up the mission, ministry, and spiritual growth of units and groups within the District during the past year. A choice of workshops is offered, to learn more about being in ministry to others. And we will worship and be in fellowship together, with vibrant music, motivating message, and service of communion.
Pastor Lindsey Kerr
Featured speaker: Lindsey Kerr, Pastor of Christ Church United Methodist of Santa Rosa, CA, and Associate Pastor of Santa Rosa UMC. Lindsey is passionate about the church’s role in working for justice and social change, and seeks to live as a disciple of the radical and compassionate Jesus Christ.
When we gather to celebrate and worship, our music will be led by Jo Neish in her vibrant and enthusiastic style.
Workshops: In addition to gathering in celebration of the year, we will have the choice of 3 workshops.
They seek to help us answer these questions: What can WE do to…
- Support immigration justice
- Pastor Robin Mathews-Johnson, Immigration Task Force of CA/NV UMC, and Pastor Lindsay Kerr, Philippine Solidarity Task Force of CA/NV UMC
- Support women & youth in transition
- Dion Roberts, Executive Director of Mary Elizabeth Inn, and a representative of Peacock Acres
- Interrupt the school-to-prison pipeline
- The Rev. Dr. Charles Tinsley, chaplain at Contra Costa County Juvenile Detention Center
Event details: Check-in opens at 8:30am, and we will begin gathering in the Sanctuary at 9:15am. The event will run from 9:30am to 3:30pm. Lunch is included, with a vegetarian option. Child care is available, upon request when registering.
See all information on the Event Flyer and Registration form.
Registration: We offer online registration and mail-in registration this year. Online Registration button includes payment through PayPal. Mail-In Registration uses the printable registration form.
Registration is $15. Please register by October 20th.
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Conference UMW Annual Celebration – Legacy: Harvesting with the Holy Spirit
The UMW California-Nevada Annual Conference Celebration will be held on October 20th, 2018, from 8:45am to 3:30pm here at Campbell UMC. (Registration and check-in will be from 8:00-8:45am. Child care available upon request when registering.)
This year, we are fortunate to host the CA/NV Conference UMW Annual Celebration in our own District! Please join us to hear guest speaker Shannon Priddy, the National UMW President. Ms. Priddy is one of the youngest members to serve in her role, and actively encourages younger women to get involved through conferences and mentorships by longtime members. She says, “(UMW) is for all women, of all ages, who want to put their passion to work, from social justice to advocating for others.”
Choose from 3 workshops:
- A) Becoming a Friend to Yourself & God, with Jennifer Willhoite
- B) Beulah Older Adult Grant Fund, with Juliet Maliksi
- C) United Methodist Women, with Marlene Ward
Please Register by October 13th.
See the Registration Flyer for CA-NV Conference UMW Annual Celebration.
Registration fee is $23 per person for the full event, or $10 without lunch.
This is a great opportunity for UMW from around the conference to come together and celebrate the UMW Sisterhood!
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2018 Mission u Events
One-day event, August 4, at Korean UMC of Santa Clara Valley, San Jose, CA
- Register online or download registration form & mail
- Register by July 1
- Two-day event, August 10-11, at Trinity UMC, Chico, CA
- Register online or download registration form & mail
- Register by July 11
- Weekend event, August 17-19, at Wesley UMC, Fresno, CA
- Register online or download registration form & mail
- Register by July 20
- Unstoppable (youth event), available at each of the 3 Mission u events this year
- Register online
- Register by July 1
When you register, you may choose from these study options:
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Spiritual Growth: Embracing Wholeness |
Social issue: What about our money? A Faith Response |
Geographic: Missionary Conferences of the UMC in the US |
Youth study: Is it just money? Our dollars in God’s economy |
Our co-deans Andrea McDonald and Adi Mere Nabou recommend that you order study books (in advance) from the Mission Resource Center.
Registration includes meals and several options for accommodations. “Go green” and bring your own water bottle and/or mug. Payment can be made by credit card or debit card (online), or by check (registering by mail).
Learn more about Mission u from National UMW.
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UMW Assembly
The UMW Assembly is set for May 18-20 in Columbus, Ohio.
We will have scholarships available for registration for those who may want to attend.
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The United Methodist Women invite you to join them for their General Meeting program on
Thursday, May 3, 2018, in the Fireside Room.
“Following The Footsteps of Reformers”
In celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, Pastor Ouk-Yean will tell stories of reformers – Jan Hus, Martin Luther, Huldrych Zwingli, John Calvin and John Wesley, while showing pictures she took during her recent trip to sites of this historical event.
ALL are Welcome!
Business Meeting from 9:30am – 10:30am
Coffee and Brunch from 10:30am – 11:00am
Program begins at 11:00am
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Annual UMW Membership Tea – April 22, 2018 at 11:30am (after church).
The Campbell United Methodist Women (UMW) invite you to be their guest at the Annual Membership Tea on Sunday, April 22nd in Fellowship Hall. Please be our guest and enjoy a lovely afternoon of tea, treats and wonderful conversation with ladies from various UMW Circles.
Basket viewing will begin at 11:30, and the Tea will be from 12 noon to 2pm. A variety of baskets with enticing treasures will be available through your charitable donation. Proceeds will benefit CHEF – Children’s Health Education Fund.
Please RSVP:
You may sign up during Fellowship Time on Sundays OR
to Lou Woodburycatcott at ____ or UMW @ campbellunited.org no later than Sunday, April 15th.
Please let us know if you will need child care.
Your RSVP will help us to set a place for every guest.
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Annual Membership Tea
January 22, 2017 at 11:30am (after church).
The Campbell United Methodist Women (UMW) invite you to be their guest at the Annual Membership Tea on Sunday, January 22nd in Fellowship Hall. Basket viewing will begin at 11:30, and the Tea will be from 12 noon to 2pm. A variety of baskets will be available through charitable donation drawings. Proceeds will benefit AMDCF, the Abdul Miracle Disabled Children’s Foundation.
Please sign up during Fellowship Time on Sunday January 8th or 15th.
Or, you may RSVP no later than January 15th to Lou Woodburycatcott by writing UMW @ campbellunited.org
Your RSVP will help us to set a place for every guest.
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December UMW General Meeting
Under each of our trees this Christmas time lie gifts, unseen, and perhaps unnoticed, beside the brightly wrapped packages. Yet these gifts are the most valuable, the most wonderful presents we can receive.
The bi-annual General Meeting of Campbell UMW (open to everyone, not just Circle members) is the first Thursday of December, December 1st, 2016 at 9:30am.
Come join the United Methodist Women on Thursday, December 1, 2016 in the Fireside Room as we discover THE TWELVE GIFTS OF CHRISTMAS.
- General Meeting at 9:30
- Brunch at 10:30
- Program at 11:00
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Annual Enchilada Sale!
This is an annual treat that is looked forward to by many.
November 5th is the day the United Methodist Women will make more than 1000 enchiladas for your gastronomic enjoyment. 😉
Order yours during coffee/fellowship time on October 2nd, 9th, 16th, or 23rd,
OR
fill out this handy order form, and mail your order and payment today!
Last day to order is October 30th!
Make Checks payable to Campbell UMW
Mail or bring order, including payment, to the church office:
1675 Winchester Blvd, Campbell, CA 95008
Enchilada types/flavors available (2 enchiladas per box, $5 per box):
– Chicken enchiladas with Green Sauce
– Beef enchiladas with Red Sauce
– Cheese enchiladas with Red Sauce
– Bean & Cheese enchiladas with Red Sauce
Enchiladas MUST BE picked up
on Saturday, November 5, 2016 between 1:00 and 3:00pm.
If you cannot be there, please arrange for someone to pick them up as we are unable to store them.
Enchiladas not picked up on November 5th will be considered a donation, thank you!
If you would like to be a part of the fun, fellowship, and mission the day we make these yummy delights, please contact Carla Twilleager at umw @ campbellunited.org
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2016 El Camino Real District UMW Annual Celebration
Saturday, October 22, 2016
“UMW in Mission: Our Legacy, Our Future.”
The Celebration will be 9:30am-3:30pm,
at First United Methodist Church, Palo Alto,
625 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto, CA.
Registration opens at 8:45am, and gathering with music begins at 9:15am.
Greet new and old friends from across the district! Make beautiful music together, worship God, participate in workshops, and celebrate our year in mission. Special guest speaker Rev. Paul Jeffrey will share stories of lives transformed by United Methodist Women.
Get the flyer/registration form, fill it out and return it before Saturday, October 15.
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2016 California-Nevada Conference UMW Annual Celebration
Saturday, October 15, 2016 – “Legacy: Nurturing Growth for Christ.” 
The Celebration will be 8:45am-3:30pm, at First United Methodist Church, Santa Rosa, 1551 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa, CA.
Registration opens at 8:00am.
Our special guest speaker is Rev. Cynthia Statement of Hanford First UMC. Her career path toward becoming a pastor has had many turns, and has brought her many adventures which she will share with us.
In addition to the Celebration service, there will be four workshops, plus opportunities to purchase program resources. There will also be a Mission Market and a Legacy Silent Auction.
Get the brochure/registration form, fill it out and return it before Saturday, October 10.
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Summer Potluck Lunch
ALL are invited to the second and final summer potluck lunch on Thursday, August 4th at 11:30am in the Fireside Room. Bring a small salad, or a few sandwiches, or veggies, fruit, or dessert. Cold beverages and table service will be provided by Campbell United Methodist Women.
In July we enjoyed conversation and delicious food.
Our August get-together promises more of the same.
For more info, contact Susan Sargent or write umw @ campbellunited.org.
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UMW Layettes
The UMW will be collecting layette items the second Sunday of the summer months (July 10, Aug 14).
Needed for July are:
- baby sleepers (size 3-6 months and 6-9 months),
- wash cloths,
- disposable diapers for newborns.
Please look for the table in the courtyard to drop off these items with Jane LaPierre during Fellowship Time after Sunday services.
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Save the August Dates For Mission U!
The United Methodist Women of the California/Nevada Conference are excited to invite you to four 2016 Mission U Events this year:
- Weekend, August 5-7, at the United Methodist Church of Merced
- One-day, August 13, at Visalia United Methodist Church
- One-day, August 20, at First United Methodist Church of San Rafael
- One-day, August 27, at First United Methodist Church of Roseville
What is Mission U?
Mission U presents an opportunity to study current issues impacting society. The three areas of study for these events are:
- Spiritual Growth – The Bible and Human Sexuality
- Social Issue – Climate Justice
- Geographic Study – Latin America
The three studies and study leaders for 2016:
- Spiritual Growth – The Bible and Sexuality: Claiming God’s Gift; Jo Ann Lawson
- Geographic (weekend of Aug 5-7) – Latin America: People and Faith; Nan McCurdy and Miguel Mairena
- Social Issue – Climate Justice: Call to Hope and Action; R ev. Sharon Delgado
- Spiritual Growth (Korean) – The Bible and Sexuality: Claiming God’s Gift; Rev. Hyokin Kwon
- Geographic (Korean) – Latin America: People and Faith; Rev. Samuel Hong
- Spiritual Growth (Spanish) – The Bible and Sexuality: Claiming God’s Gift; Rev. Corazon Moran
- Youth study (Spanish); Rev. Marcelo Escarzaga
- Another Study (Spanish) – TBA
What shall I expect?
At Mission U we “learn together for the transformation of the world.” The studies give particular attention to the fulfillment of women through mission work of the church. Events also include worship, singing, and building of unity in friendship. (Lots of “hoopla” too! 🙂 )
Mission U is open to members and non-members of United Methodist Women. Over 25,000 men and women in the U.S. attend Mission U events each year in every United Methodist Conference.
The weekend event offers an in-depth study, while 1-day events give overviews of most studies.
Scholarships are available. See this website for more info.
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UMW Social Action – Legislative Event
April 9, 2016. 8:30am to 1:00pm, at Sacramento First UMC.
Hosted by the United Methodist Women of the California-Nevada Conference. Featured issues for action will be:
Immigration with the Rev. Brenda Vaca speaking, and
Human Trafficking with speakers from Shared Hope International.
Early Registration – $18.00, includes lunch. Without lunch – $10.00.
At the door – $20.00 Registration Fee Due: BEFORE APRIL 1, 2016
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“Windows to Our World”
One-Day Spiritual Retreat – March 5, 206
9:30am: Registration
10am – 3pm: Program
Bring your Bible, paper, pencil, and a picture of a Window.
It can be in your mind, or a photo, or a drawing.
There will be a labyrinth to walk, songs to sing, friends to meet,
and food to eat.
Please fill out the registration form with your choice of sandwich. View the event flyer.
Registration Fee: $12.00 (incl lunch); Please send registration forms by Friday, February 26, 2016.
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Campbell UMW Supports Anti-Sex Trafficking Work
How can you make a difference for commercially sexually exploited children and adult human sex trafficking victims? Get in the game and help us reach the goal line: 250 backpacks full of clothing and other helpful items by Super Bowl Sunday. In the coming weeks Grateful Garment Project is asking the public to take part in their Pack-It-Forward program, which will put full backpacks into the hands of rescued victims.
Here’s a rundown, with links to where you can purchase items needed:
First Quarter (Jan. 11 – 17): Backpacks
Second Quarter (Jan. 18 – 24): Sweatpants
Third Quarter (Jan. 25 – 31): Sweatshirts
Fourth Quarter (Feb. 1 – Feb. 7): Sports Bras
Find out more here.
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El Camino Real District of the United Methodist Women presents:
2016 Leadership Development Event:
Transformative Leaders, Transforming Lives
Two session location/times available:
Saturday, January 30, 2016 – Concord UMC – Registration deadline is January 26th
or
Saturday, February 6, 2016 – Gilroy UMC – Registration deadline is February 2nd
9:15am Registration; 10:00am – 12:30pm Program*
Registration fee: None ($0)
See the flyer and print the registration form here.
Guest Speakers: Rev. Sunny Ahn (in Concord) & Beth Edmonds (in Gilroy)
All women are invited and encouraged to come. Whether you are an officer or just interested in ways you can make a difference, there will be something here to rekindle your spirit. Join us for a time to be re-inspired to continue with our Purpose.
United Methodist Women oppose human trafficking, a form of modern day slavery. Our speakers will give us the basics about human trafficking and will address what we can do to help end it.
The following breakout groups will be offered:
President; Secretary; Treasurer; UMW in Mission; Program Planning; Growing UMW; and Knowing God.
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Annual Campbell UMW Events:
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On November 7th, 2015, the Campbell United Methodist Women made more than 1000 enchiladas for a fundraising sale to members and the community. This is an annual treat that is looked forward to by many. Keep in mind, it happens again, early November, 2016!
If you would like to be part of the fun, fellowship and mission we share in these activities, please contact us at: umw @ campbellunited.org
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The Campbell UMW 9th Annual Membership Tea was held on Sunday, October 11th, 2015.
Everyone attending enjoyed a lovely afternoon of tea, treats, and wonderful conversation with the ladies from the various UMW Circles.
Lisa Blanchard, Founder and Executive Director of the Grateful Garment Project was the featured speaker. Over $400 in proceeds from charitable donation drawings (gift baskets) went to benefit this most worthwhile and unique non-profit organization.
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