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St. Luke's United Methodist Women
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Who are we?
A Community of Women…
…Like YOU!
We are women who find meaning in our church and want to combine fellowship with study, worship and outreach opportunities. We are women with gifts to share with others. We seek to realize our own sense of purpose and commitment to God within a supportive community.
Joining this group of committed women is a unique opportunity no matter who you are or where in your life you are at this moment. It’s an opportunity to move in harmony with other women who have been responding to this Purpose for over one hundred years.
If you are interested in becoming involved and need more information, please contact Co-Chairs: Lucie Elmer (Operations, Events, MarketPlace) at ladyluck@embarqmail.com or Heather Engelhardt (Studies, Small Groups, Missions) at rhengelhardt1@cfl.rr.com. |
Come grow spiritually
through worship,
Bible study and prayer •
celebrate the
person you are
becoming in
Jesus Christ •
develop meaningful
and lasting
relationships •
share who you are
and your
gifts • take action
and
make a difference
in your community
and the world. |
| Circles |
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Women of all ages getting together in small groups for fellowship meet once a month. Circles focus on Fellowship and in a small way benefiting UMW Missions. Meetings are held in homes, at the church, or outside events. Circle members are invited to all UMW events and meetings. Please read circle descriptions to identify the one that fits you best. Or, Contact Heather Engelhardt at rhengelhardt1@cfl.rr.com.
Faith – Meets during the day on the 4th Monday of each month. Contact Mo Barker at 407-239-7690 for information.
Friends – Meets during the evening the third Thursday of each month. Contact Anita Vrionides at 407-351-2776 or email anita@pcvphoto.com for information.
Hope - Meets during the day on the first Monday of each month. Contact Fran Biggin at 407-876-3718 for information.
Lydia - A NEW CIRCLE for professional women, 40 - 60's northwest of the church begins Tuesday, Oct 14th from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. We found a large section of our population was as building and moving westward that a need for a circle existed. Therefore, we invite those from Winter Garden, Ocoee, Oakland, or Windermere Maquire Road-west areas to participate. This circle will hold programs, participate in bible/book studies, community activities and other areas of interest and as our schedules allow> We will also identify Lydia's mission(s) at our first meeting. If you are interested, please e-mail Lucie Elmer at ladyluck@embarqmail.com. Location tbd.
Phoebe - A NEW CIRCLE for ladies from 20 - 40 who want to focus on Christian social action, advocacy & mission in regard to women & children both internationally & domestically. We participate in Bible study and UMW’s Reading Division program for spiritual growth, social justice, nurturing for community, and education for mission. Meeting dates & times vary, please contact Heather Engelhardt at rhengelhardt1@cfl.rr.com or phone 407-925-6763 for the most up to date info.
Sarah – Meets during the day on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Contact Becky Garnerat 407-351-4875 for information.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is an exciting international Christian program specially designed for mothers with children, infant through kindergarten. Click here for more information.
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| Creative Opportunities |
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Crafting, Quilting, and Floral Design
No experience necessary! Crafters and floral designers meet Monday evenings from 7:00 until 9:00, Tuesday mornings from 9:00 until 1:00 and some Saturdays in Fellowship Hall. Quilters meet on Tuesday mornings in Fellowship Hall.
Canning and Preserving Food – Meet once a week to can all kinds of jams, jellies, and pickles as well as special gift mixes. Call Pam Thomas at 321-297-7319 for more information.
Spiritual Retreats – We try to provide a time to rest and recharge our minds, bodies, and spirits. Count on being refreshed and rejuvenated! To volunteer to organize a retreat or for more information, please contact Lucie Elmer at ladyluck@embarmail.com.
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St. Luke's Holiday Bazaar - Celebrating 27 years - Saturday, November 7, 2009 – this event began in 1980 as a small craft show and sale but has grown into a wonderful extravaganza featuring the talents and hard work of St. Luke’s women and community friends. It is held the second Saturday of November. Call Karen Brown at (407) 876-5532 for more information.
Kid's Corner at the UMW Bazaar - Children are loved and welcome at the bazaar. We have a special shop for them this year, sponsored by MOPS (Mothers of Pre-Schoolers). This shop is for children to buy for their parents, gradparents, teachers, etc. The theme of this shop is The Polar Express, complete with elves to help little ones. The shop is open to ages 3 to 10 so... NO adults allowed. All items will be $1 to $10. The figts will be wrapped for the children and they will be returned to their parents waiting outside the shop. And right across this shop is Santa who has a treat for each child and a digital photo opportunity.
Fall Dinner With A Flair - Be sure to get your tieckts to this fabulous dinner after all services in the Welcome Hall in Building C. They are going fast! No tickets sold at the door. Cost is $15 for adults, $10 for children 10 and under. Sale ends October 18th. Proceeds go to missions.
Crafters - Last few weeks before the Holiday Bazaar. Come Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall A. Tuesday crafts will be going for only 3 more weeks starting at 9:00 a.m. in Fellowship Hall A. New people are always welcome.
Where the UMW Money Goes - The 2008 Bazaar proceeds supported the following international missions: St. Garabed Armenian Church, Jamaica Mission Partner - Lauriston Health Clinic, and East Angola United Methodist Church. |
UMW Volunteer Opportunities
| UMW Crafting-Monday Evening | | | Deploy: UMW: UMW Events | | | Description: Come create crafts for the UMW Holiday Bazaar. Proceeds from this November event go to missions in our community and through our mission partners. It takes dedicated volunteers many many weeks to make these wonderful crafts. We are looking for some crafty peop...
View and Sign-up for this Opportunity | | | UMW Crafting-Tuesday morning | | | Deploy: UMW: UMW Events | | | Description: Come create crafts for the UMW Holiday Bazaar. Proceeds from this November event go to missions in our community and through our mission partners. It takes dedicated volunteers many many weeks to make these wonderful crafts. We are looking for some crafty peop...
View and Sign-up for this Opportunity | | | UMW Gallery Glass | | | Deploy: UMW: UMW Events | | | Description: Come create gallery glass for the UMW Holiday Bazaar. Proceeds from this November event go to missions in our community and through our mission partners. It takes dedicated volunteers many many weeks to make these wonderful items. This group will do glass pain...
View and Sign-up for this Opportunity | | | Hearts to Hands | | | Deploy: UMW: UMW Events | | | Description: This group makes prayer shawls, preemie hats, new born and infant blankets, stuffed animals, pillows, and other handiwork for those who need comfort during difficult times. We pray over each piece of work that is created and give it with the hope that it will...
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