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United Methodist Women (UMW) Purpose:
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.
High School Graduating Seniors! UMW Scholarship available...print application,  umw scholarship application 2009_doc.pdf (73.35 KB)or inquire at Church Office to apply.
Current Events: Members of the CrossRoads UMW recently attended the UMW "Footsteps to Justice" Legislative Event held in our state capitol in Jefferson City, where they participated in Forums, in which guest speakers delivered information and answered questions about current topics concerning issues of interest to UMW members. State Representatives attended a breakfast with the participants and discussed current issues concerning bills ongoing in the State Senate and House and how local units can assist in the political process. Here's the CrossRoads members with our State Representative David Pearce at the informative breakfast:
  
United Methodist Women (UMW) Circles:
GUILD……………1:30 PM, 3rd Monday of month
The Guild originally formed to accommodate working women, but now consists of those who work outside the home and those who have retired. All ages attend and new members are welcome. Programs are interesting and the fellowship is great. Items are donated to Spofford on a monthly basis.
JOY GROUP…………7:00 PM, 2nd Thursday of month
A group of women of various ages both married and single. JOY has excellent programs and completes worthwhile projects for the church and community and contributes to church and unit activites. Meetings are held in member’s homes.
SUNSHINE CIRCLE…10:00 AM, 2nd Monday each month
The Sunshine Circle is a group of women started in January 1991 who prefer a daytime meeting. Our purpose is worship, fellowship, and service. Each member brings food items for West Central. Dues are a quarter each meeting. We also donate to the Festival of Sharing.
SEWING GROUP……10:00 AM, 1st Monday of month
The Sewing Group was organized on February 23, 1988. They serve different tasks within the church besides sewing. They welcome women of all ages to sew for charity projects such as lap robes for nursing homes, quilts for the needy, hats, scarves, and mittens for Christmas.
GIRL’S NIGHT OUT…6:30PM, 2nd Tuesday of month
These ladies meet the second Tuesday each month at 6:30 PM for a time of spriritual conversation, good food and chatter. They meet at different area restaurants unless otherwise specified.
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