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.
Red Summer 1919 and Black Wall Street 1921: Echoes of the Past Influencing
the Present
A groundswell of race riots across the United States occurred April to November 1919, inflaming an atmosphere of fear and mistrust that led to the burning of Black Wall Street in 1921. We will explore the details of Red Summer and study three of the 1919 race riots before delving into the events of the Tulsa Race Massacre on May 31 and June 1, 1921.
Our next book discussion is December 6 at 1:00-3:00 p.m. We will discuss This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger. Contact Carol Weldon for details.
Fundraisers in October and November - email FairlingtonUMW@gmail.com to place your orders. Proceeds from your purchases support our mission work with women, children and youth in our community and country.
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.
Spirtual Grouth
Members receive a monthly email for personal meditations and projects based on the national United Methodist Women’s Program Book. We also attend the annual Alexandria District’s Spiritual Life Retreat and Prayer Breakfast and supplement registration fees for members to attend the Virginia UWM’s Young Women’s Retreat. Contact Karlene Masters.
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 or Jade Winfree.
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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