Category Archives: Christmas

Bright Lights (December 2017)

Posted on December 22, 2017 by Tara Barnes

Chicken Noodle Dinner Raises Over $11,000 for Local Agencies United Methodist Women at First United Methodist Church in Duncan, Oklahoma, host annual home cooked chicken noodle dinner fundraiser for mission. Holiday help: Bank of Cheer delivers Meals and Smiles to … Continue reading →

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Bright Lights (December 2016)

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Tara Barnes

At Age 80, She Sings Hymns to Seniors and Spreads Joy With Her Dog, Pickles United Methodist Women member Judy Gross and her therapy dog visit residents at a local assisted living center every week through a ministry program with Memorial … Continue reading →

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How to Use This Issue (December 2016)

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Julia Chance

I like to observe how advertisers attempt to reach us as consumers, particularly during the run-up to the Christmas holiday season when television commercials, radio spots and store circulars are especially persistent. No longer are we being sold simply on … Continue reading →

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From the President (December 2016)

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Shannon

The Blessed Angels Sing “It came upon a midnight clear, that glorious song of old, from angels bending near the earth, to touch their harps of gold. “Peace on the earth, goodwill to men from heavens all gracious King!” the … Continue reading →

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Right relationships 

Posted on November 27, 2016 by Tara Barnes

As Native American Heritage Month closes and Advent begins, learn more about the Doctrine of Discovery with the documentary “The Doctrine of Discovery: In the Name of Christ.” This 43-minute film features the history of the Doctrine of Discovery and … Continue reading →

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Bright Lights (December 2015)

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Tara Barnes

At Worcester Church Forum, Area Muslims Explain Faith in the Face of Fears United Methodist Women at Wesley United Methodist Church in Worcester, Massachusetts, host panel on understanding Islam in the face of media misinformation. Janine Stone Honored With Margaret Downey … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas from response

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Tara Barnes

Tonight we celebrate the birth of Christ, the promise of peace. May your night be holy and joyful and filled with Spirit. I want to wish you a merry Christmas and let you know that United Methodist Women members and readers … Continue reading →

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It’s not too late to share the gift of response!

Posted on December 23, 2015 by Tara Barnes

A gift subscription to response is not only quick and easy, but it’s a gift that gives year-round—not just to the person receiving the gift but to women, children, youth and families down the street and around the world. Consider response for … Continue reading →

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How to Use This Issue (December 2015)

Posted on December 21, 2015 by mbcoudal

I recently stifled a giggle when one of my elementary students inadvertently called me Mom. As a child, I remember how embarrassing this was! As an adult, I secretly like being mistaken for a child’s mother. Working as a teacher, … Continue reading →

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Give the gift of response!

Posted on December 10, 2015 by Tara Barnes

Say merry Christmas with a gift subscription to response! response magazine is a great gift for new members, potential members, all women committed to mission and the welfare of women and children, high school and college students, Sunday school teachers, church leaders, pastors, friends and … Continue reading →

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