Category Archives: Legacy

From the Editor (September 2017)

Posted on September 15, 2017 by Tara Barnes

I am due this month to give birth to my second child, a baby girl. You’ll be hearing from me in this space in upcoming issues, but know that through November I’ll be caring for our newest United Methodist Women … Continue reading →

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Message From the President (March 2017)

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Shannon

The Importance of United Methodist Women I was recently asked if United Methodist Women is relevant today. My immediate answer was, “Of course. Look at all the great things we are doing to empower, educate, and transform women, youth, and … Continue reading →

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From the Editor (March 2017)

Posted on March 7, 2017 by Tara Barnes

This month United Methodist Women celebrates its 148th anniversary as a women’s mission organization. This is a milestone worth celebrating, both for the foresight of our foremothers and for the passion and faith of members today. Our anniversary is also … Continue reading →

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From the President (October 2016)

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Shannon

Purpose in United Methodist Women It is an honor and a privilege to introduce myself to you as your new president of the national organization of United Methodist Women. I am truly blessed to be writing this message. We are … Continue reading →

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From the President (September 2016)

Posted on September 19, 2016 by umw2012

Thank You “Are you my tutor?” “Of course I will be your tutor!” That was the question and my answer while visiting the Toberman Neighborhood Center in San Pedro, California, a United Methodist Women-supported national mission institution. That visit among … Continue reading →

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From the President (June 2016)

Posted on June 20, 2016 by umw2012

Let’s Choose Wisely Sometimes I pinch myself to see if my wonderful experience as the national president of United Methodist Women is real. I am beyond amazed at the wonderful work we are doing for women, children and youth around … Continue reading →

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How to Use This Issue (March 2016)

Posted on March 28, 2016 by mbcoudal

I married when I was 23. My ex and I were never were able to save any money or handle conflict well. I am grateful that we divorced before I was almost 30. In my early 30s I met and … Continue reading →

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Day of Giving

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Tara Barnes

Today is United Methodist Women’s second annual Day of Giving! On this Day of Giving new gifts will make a greater impact. Every $2 in new gifts to the Legacy Fund today,  March 23, the anniversary of our founding, will be matched by $1, … Continue reading →

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From the President (March 2016)

Posted on March 21, 2016 by umw2012

The Greatest Gift For whoever has will be given more, and they will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what they have will be taken from them. Matthew 25:29 (NIV) As United Methodist Women members we have been … Continue reading →

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From the Editor (March 2016)

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Tara Barnes

This month is Women’s History Month, and it’s also the month of United Methodist Women’s founding in March 1869. Again this year we will be celebrating our history with a nod to our future, with a Day of Giving supporting … Continue reading →

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