Fairlington United Methodist Women
We are women from different backgrounds and professions brought together by a common spiritual connection and a desire to be in mission with women, children and youth. We work together to serve our community, develop leadership skills, and promote spiritual growth. All women at FUMC are welcome to participate and join our monthly events as we seek to be Faith, Hope and Love in Action.
Upcoming Monthly Activities
Our In-Person Activities are on hold during Covid-19, but weekly Zoom gatherings as well as other socially-distanced activities are scheduled as noted below.
Wednesdays with FUMW (7:30-8:15pm) – contact Karlene Masters (fairlingtonumw@gmail.com) for Zoom meeting instructions.
Wednesday Evening Zoom Podcast Discussions in June, July and August - Dismantling Racism: Council of Bishops Lenten Devotional Series (2021)
Download the weekly Journal Page and watch the accompanying video prior to our discussion. During our time together, we will discuss the Questions for Contemplation at the end of the Journal Page in a safe environment. https://www.umc.org/en/content/dismantling-racism-lent-devotions-by-our-bishops
June 2 - Bishop Hope Morgan Ward – Now is the Time
June 9 - Bishop LaTrelle Easterling - Surrendering to Christ
June 16 - Bishop Hee Soo Jung - Becoming Sacred Space
June 23 - Bishop Karen Oliveto - Let My People Go!
June 30 - Bishop Christian Alsted - Are You Ready to See Jesus?
July 7 - Bishop Rudy Juan - Being Like a Servant
July 14 - Bishop Tracy Malone - No Partiality
July 21 - Bishop Julius Trimble - The Fierce Urgency of Now
July 28 - Bishop Mande Muyombo - Forced to Carry the Cross
August 4 - Bishop Tom Bickerton - Doing the Best of Things at The Worst of Times
August 11 - Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey - Journeying Through the Dark
About the video series: In 2020, the Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church vowed to focus intently on dismantling racism in the church and the world. This Lenten devotional series was another step in the journey of repentance, reconciliation and action in which the whole church was invited to participate. Each week of Lent and every day of Holy Week, a United Methodist Bishop offered a short devotion. These times of reflection will challenge and inspire us to follow Jesus through the wilderness, alienation, betrayal and even death. Along the way, we will confront the sin of racism, renew our faith, and remember the promise of Easter—that redemption, reconciliation and liberation is possible.
Annual Activities
Virtual Activities
Our quarterly Book Discussion Group as well as a weekly Wednesday evening group uses Zoom to stay connected. We also have a private Facebook page and a group email list so members can access current information about our activities. Contact the FUMW Leadership Team.
Crafts for Kids
Each month FUMW hosts a craft time and free book distribution for children during ALIVE!’s last Saturday Food Distribution at the Armstrong Recreation Center. Contact Kathy Richards. Paused during pandemic.
UMCOR Kits
We coordinate FUMC’s collection of items for UMCOR School and Health Kits during the Virginia Annual Conference in June. Contact Marcy Lewis.
Supporting Local Organizations
Local organizations working with women and children count on FUMW member participation to boost ‘fun’draising activities. Whether it’s the annual walk-a-thon for ALIVE!, creating silent auction items for Just Neighbors and Rising Hope UMC ministries or sewing for Days for Girls, each activity advances UMW missions. Contact the FUMW Leadership Team. Some paused during pandemic.
Fund Raising
FUMW financially supports local, national and international organizations working with women, children and youth. Proceeds from your purchases of our bedding plants and flowers, nuts, chocolates and gift tins, White House Historical Society ornaments and the Kingdom Market supplement our personal pledges. Contact Sandy Millard.
Contact our leadership team at FairlingtonUMW@gmail.com for more information:
President: Karlene Masters
Treasurer: Sandy Millard
Book Discussion: Carol Weldon
Crafts for Kids: Kathy Richards
Days for Girls: Laura Daub
Ornaments: Sandy Millard
UMCOR Kits: Marcy Lewis
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