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ABOUT UNITED METHODIST WOMEN 
The United Methodist Women (UMW) organization is 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.
Membership is open to women of all ages. Attend whichever meetings you
would like; there is no specific time commitment required.
For more information about becoming a member,
or to be added to our email roster, contact our President, Dianne
Netherland, dnetherlandsevernaparkumc.org.
The UMW holds general meetings in February and September, both during
the day and in the evening. We also host potluck brunches, Back to
School Backpack project in July, a book discussion group in September, a women’s retreat in November, and a Christmas program in
December. UMW members participate in preparing for and working at the
SPUMC garage sales held in May and October.
Even if you’re not a member you can
participate in any of our activities at any time – there is no need to
commit to anything on a regular basis. We’d just like everyone to
come enjoy the wonderful fellowship, food, and fun when they can.
Keep an eye on the
Current Events
web page, in the
Octagon Newsletter
and the
eNewsletter
for information about UMW events
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Projects
Accomplished In 2010:
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Anne Arundel County Public Schools Back to School Program
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Beginning in 2008, supplied schools with 342 backpacks with
requested school supplies; in 2010 we donated a total of 70
backpacks between Glendale Elementary and Tyler Elementary.
Since 2008, SPUMC-UMW has partnered with our Social
Justice committee to help Glendale Elementary School in Glen
Burnie, MD with backpacks, school supplies and adult volunteers.
Monetary donations have been made for agenda books and
other subscriptions in prior years.
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Project Linus
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Arts & Crafts Circle made 96 blankets for hospitalized children.
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SPUMC May & October Garage Sales
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Continuing support and participation in major fund raising event
with Volunteers In Mission
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SPUMC Library Books & Book Reviews
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At least one book discussions per year at a General Meeting.
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Third Grade Sunday School
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Heartfriends Circle made 30 Bible covers for the third graders
receiving a Bible from SPUMC.
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Samaritan’s Purse (provides international relief to victims of war,
poverty, disasters, disease & famine)
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Learn & Share Circle supports Operation Christmas Child by
making Christmas Boxes filled with age appropriate gifts for
children. For Christmas 2009, we sent approximately 40 boxes.
Missions
Supported In 2010:
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Annapolis District:
Scholarship Fund, Susanna Wesley House, Alice Bryant Scholarship
Fund, YWCA Domestic Violence Program
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Baltimore-Washington Conference Campership
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Missionary Support – Wycliffe Bible Translators (The Beals)
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SPUMC and local missions: Appalachia Service Project, Hospice of the
Chesapeake, Meals on Wheels, SPAN, SPUMC Children Ministries,
Carpenter’s Kitchen, SPUMC Prayer Shawl Ministry
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Support Social Action Committee in selling UMCOR Fair Trade coffees
and teas: Donated coffee &
tea baskets for the 2010 ASP Auction.
Social Action
In 2010:
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Human Trafficking classes started Fall 2010.
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PROJECT LINUS
The
Arts and Crafts Circle has been making blankets for Project Linus.. We
contribute about 100 blankets annually to the project.
These washable blankets have been hand made - crocheted, knitted, sewn
and quilted by our circle. Other church members have made and donated
blankets. Thanks to everyone who has been so generous with their time
and talent to complete these blankets.
Project Linus is a 100% Volunteer non-profit organization. It's mission
is to provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children
up to age 18 who are seriously ill, traumatized or otherwise in need.
The blankets are personalized with a tag depicting the Peanuts character
Linus, carrying his security blanket and states "Made with Tender Loving
Care for Project Linus".
Currently the blankets are donated to AAMC pediatrics and NICU,
nighttime pediatrics and other facilities as needed.
If
you are interested in this project, join us in Fellowship Hall at 9:30
am in Fellowship Hall the fourth Monday of the month.
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5th
DAY LUNCHEONS
Fifth Day Luncheons are held every other month starting in January.
Everyone is welcome. Bring spouses, friends, and neighbors. We meet at
a different restaurant each time, order off the menu, and pay our own
checks. It is a great way to relax and enjoy good food and
fellowship. Watch for announcements on the
Current Events
web page, in the
Octagon Newsletter and the
eNewsletter
for the location and date of the next luncheon.
For more information contact Anne Blecki, 410-647-0560 or email
anne@blecki.com
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UMW
CIRCLES |
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Arts and Crafts Circle |
Pat Kidwell |
pkidwellsevernaparkumc.org
410-987-6081 |
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Makes crafts for SPUMC and community projects such as: blankets for
Project Linus, necklaces from church bulletins, and rainbows for the
Sunshine Baskets. Provides Outreach to community.
Meets 4th Monday at 9:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. |
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Heartfriends Circle |
Carol Rice |
crice@severnaparkumc.org
410-551-7299 |
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Varied programs include studies of topics of interest to the group,
quilting classes and other craft projects, outreach to the community, and various church projects
and activities including sewing bible covers for 3rd grade Sunday School.
Meets 4th Monday at 6:00 p.m.at local resturants.
Heartfriends
Decorating Easter Eggs |
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Learn and Share Circle |
Bette Sosnowski |
410-987-1314 |
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Book study program; outreach to missions and other community and church
projects; sponsors soup/muffin sale in February and Operation Christmas
Child in November.
Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays at 10:00 a.m. in Room 301. |
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Moms & More
Circle
(M&Ms) |
Dianne Netherland |
dnetherland@severnaparkumc.org
443-506-3776 |
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Focuses on moms with children of all ages.
Meets last Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at local restaurants. |
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You are always welcome to attend a circle
meeting or general meeting of the UMW. Join your sisters in Christ for
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2011
UMW BOARD
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President
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Dianne Netherland |
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Vice President
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Vacant |
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Secretary
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Karleen Leasure |
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Treasurer
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Becky Ponder |
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Coordinators |
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Education and Interpertation
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Vacant |
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Membership, Nurture and Outreach
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Lorine Smith |
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Communications
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Suzanne Steiner |
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Spiritual Growth
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Shirley Young |
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Nominating
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Vacant |
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Social Action
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Nancy James |
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Circle Leaders:
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Arts & Crafts
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Pat Kidwell |
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Learn & Share
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Bette Sosnowski |
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Heartfriends
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Carol Rice |
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Moms & More
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Dianne Netherland |
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For more information
please contact Dianne Netherland:
Email:
dnetherland@severnaparkumc.org
Phone: 443-506-3776 |
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Monday, August 01, 2011 02:09 PM
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SEVERNA
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