United Methodist Women

UMW The United Methodist Women (UMW) at First Church 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 any woman, whether a member of First Church or not, and guests are always welcome. Programs consist of devotional and educational material focusing on serving the Lord through mission both locally and on a global scale. Child care is provided.

United Methodist Women is a nearly 1 million member-strong organization of women who seek to know God and to make life better for women, children, youth and marginalized neighbors in the ever-expanding global village of today's world. United Methodist Women members meet in their local churches, during their lunch break at work, after classes on their college campuses and even online. However they choose to gather, members create a supportive community that nurtures their spiritual growth journeys and provides opportunities for:

Leadership development.
Study of issues impacting their neighborhoods, nation, and world.
Participation in informed advocacy and actions.
Financial support of institutions and projects empowering women, children and youth in the United States and around the world.