Women's Ministries
United Methodist Women
A community of women whose PURPOSE is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission thru participation in the global ministries of the church. Emphasis for UMW missions worldwide is on women, youth and children.
Membership in Cokesburys unit of U M W is open to all women. The unit consists of five circles. Four that meet monthly, September to May for fellowship and spiritual enrichment. Meetings also include a program, circle business, mission discussions and refreshments.
The fifth circle - The Craft Ladies - meet weekly, on Wednesdays. Emphasis is on needlework, with other crafts as proposed by members.
Abigail Circle meets at 9:30 a.m., the 3rd Tuesday of the month at Asbury place. Leader: Jewel Partridge, 474-0923
Naomi Circle meets at 1:00 p.m., the 3rd Tuesday of the month at Asbury place.Leader: Carol Slover, 478-4429
Ruth Circle meets at 11:30 a.m. the 3rd Thursday of the month at the home of the hostess.
Leader, Sarah Smith-Scales, 476-8625
Esther Circle meets at 10:00 a.m., the 3rd Friday of the month in room 622 of Cokesbury UMC. Leader: Lynette Paulchek, 477-4684
Craft Ladies meet weekly, Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Asbury Place. Co-Leaders: Shirley Hoffman, 433-1439: Terry Tillett, 476-6607: Sue White, 476-1634.
All the circles welcome visitors, with the hope that you will decide their circle is the right one for you. You will be warmly welcomed to the sisterhood.
For more information, please call Sue Blalock, President, CUMW, 429-0788.
Gracious Ladies
A group of women 55+ who meet on the second Sunday of the month immediately following the 10:45 worship service.
They eat their noon meal and fellowship together at a nearby restaurant.
They also do various activities such as attend plays and go on local tours.
Women's Thursday morning study
This women's study meets every Thursday morning in room 105 at the Summit campus. The study is led by Lauren Green (968-0311) and meets from 9 to 11 a.m. Childcare is provided.
