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SHARP MEMORIAL

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN

YOUNG HARRIS, GEORGIA

PURPOSE

The organized unit of the 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.

I PLEDGE

My prayers, that I may experience growth and renewal in my relationship to God and to my sisters and brothers.

My time, that I may respond to human need through study, action and reflection.

My gifts through UNITED METHODIST WOMEN, that I may share in the global ministries of the church.

Note: Pledge amount does not include extra gifts, such as World Thank Offering, or any designated gifts, such as A Call to Prayer and Self-Denial and Supplementary gifts.
Guidelines for UMW membership

Membership in United Methodist Women shall be open to any woman who indicates a desire to belong and to participate in the global mission of the church through the organization.

Sharp Memorial UMW Circles

Fay Hoag circle meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM in a member’s home. The UMW guidelines for study programs are used. Some of the members are still employed.

Lydia circle meets on the third Monday at 7:00 PM in a member’s home. The programs are chosen once a year by the membership. Many of the members are still working.

Susanna Wesley circle meets the first Wednesday of each month at 10:30 AM in the Kay Fellowship Hall at the church.

Mary Martha circle meets usually on the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 AM.

UMW is designed to be inclusive!

Women of varying ages and interests are needed to make our circles complete. Child care is provided as needed.

Sharp Memorial UMW Activities :

Visit homebound and nursing homes

Condolence meals

Reading program

Mission studies

Special programs that create community awareness and social concerns

Sponsor youth camp scholarships

Purchase library materials

Prayer chain

Honor new babies with mission contributions

Sponsor Young Harris College UMW circle

Mother/Daughter/Friend Banquet

Snack supper for youth

Mission involvement putting together health kits, making school totes, etc.

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METHODIST HOME FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH

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UPDATED: 2/19/07