United Women in Faith

We seek to connect and nurture women through Christian spiritual formation, leadership development, creative fellowship, and education so that we can aspire, influence and impact local and global communities. 


United Women in Faith 2025 Scholarships

The United Women in Faith proudly offer annual scholarships, for women of all ages, who are seeking post-secondary education. Supporting the education of Christ United Methodist Church's young women has traditionally been a mission of the United Women in Faith (formerly united Methodist Women) since 1999. The amount awarded and the number of scholarships presented is determined directly by the donations received during the annual fundraising drive.
 
The criteria used to evaluate scholarship awards includes both monetary need and the amount of involvement and participation in Christ UMC activities, along with academic performance. The scholarship is designated for a Christ United Methodist Church member. Selection will be made without regard to race or national origin.

The women of UWF are passionate about supporting the young women of our church to achieve their educational goals. These scholarships are awarded on Graduate Sunday in early May.

For a list of all CUMC Scholarships  -
https://www.christ4u.org/scholarships


United Women in Faith Annual TEA
April 05, 2025 @ CUMC

 Our UWF Annual Tea was a wonderful gathering of women and girls, of all ages!
...including at least one grandson :) 

We enjoyed amazing refreshments served by our United Methodist Men, we were entertainment by our CUMC Youth: Randi Ruppersberg and Andi Greco, and we were blessed with the gift of time with one another.  A special shout-out to Barby Matous and Dorothy Kibler, and of course everyone involved, for making this another great success!

Please join us for our next Annual Tea in Spring 2026. 
Spiritual Speaker: Kim Brannon
2025 Attendees
Goodie Bags
Agenda
Games!

United Women in Faith RETREAT
February 22-23, 2025 @ Camp Copass in Denton

The 2025 Retreat was a wonderful and blessed time together with spiritual worship, prayer, relaxation, and socialization.  A big thank you to everyone for attending and making this retreat a huge success.  We also want to thank Kim Brannon, from University Park UMC, for leading us in our insightful message.

Romans 6:4, Romans 12:2, Isaiah 43:19

We look forward to another Soul Care Retreat in early 2026!

Click on Retreat Images to Zoom in...
2025 Attendees
2025 Attendees
Spiritual Speaker: Kim Brannon
Spirtual Speaker: Kim Brannon
Games!
Games!
Agenda
Agenda
Goodie Bags
Goodie Bags
Puzzles!
Puzzles!
Enjoying our time Together

Opportunities to Participate in
Small Group Fellowship & Mission Circles

Morning Book Club Circle

Meets 11:30AM, 3rd Thursday of each month, 
We currently meet at Teresa Webster's home and bring our own lunch.
Contact Chair Leader, Teresa Webster, 
teresa.l.webster@gmail.com
(List of Titles Below)

Evening Book Club Circle

Meets 6:30PM, LAST Tuesday of each month 
We currently meet at Tere Henry's home and bring appetizers & refreshments. 13906 Tanglewood in Farmers Branch
Contact Chair Leader, Tere Henry, 
tere.hatcher@hotmail.com
(List of Titles Below)

Scheduled Book Club Titles 2024-25

September 19, 2024, 11:30AM
September 24, 2024, 6:30PM
Surviving Savannah, by Patti Callahan

October 17, 2024, 11:30AM
October 29, 2024, 6:30PM
The Story Keeper, by Lisa Wingate

November 21, 2024, 11:30AM
November 26, 2024, 6:30PM
(UWF) Women, Rise Up!: A Fierce Generation Taking its Place in the World, by Cindy Jacobs

December 19, 2024, 11:30AM
Evening Book Club is NOT meeting in December
The Only Woman in the Room, by Marie Benedict

CANCELLED - January 09, 2025 (6:30PM, Thursday, Tere's home) Evening Book Club SPECIAL meeting to discuss:
The Only Woman in the Room, by Marie Benedict

January 16, 2025, 11:30AM
January 28, 2025, 6:30PM
Number the Stars, by Lois Lowry

February 20, 2025, 11:30AM
February 25, 2025, 6:30PM
The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime & Dangerous Obsession, by Michael Finkel

March 20, 2025, 11:30AM
March 25, 2025, 6:30PM
Hello Darkness, My Old Friend, by Sanford (Sandy) Greenberg

April 17, 2025, 11:30AM
April 29, 2025, 6:30PM
The Children of Willesden Lane: A Memoir of Music, Hope and Survival, by Mona Golabek & Lee Cohen

May 15, 2025, 11:30AM
May 27, 2025, 6:30PM
(meet at Denise's house on the 27th: 
14455 Valley Hi Circle, Farmers Branch)
When the Men Were Gone, by Marjorie Lewis

June 19, 2025, 11:30AM
June 24, 2025, 6:30PM
(UWF) Sleep Pray Heal, by Donna Fado Ivery

July 17, 2025, 11:30AM
July 29, 2025, 6:30PM
The Book of Lost Names, by Kristin Harmel

August 21, 2025, 11:30AM
August 26, 2025, 6:30PM
The Which Way Tree, by Elizabeth Crook

Our Book Clubs read and discuss contemporary books including titles (up to 7-years prior) from the UWF Reading Program list: https://uwfaith.org/resources/reading-program/
 Our book club titles are traditionally chosen from participating members' suggestions. Individuals participating in the UWF Reading Program should submit titles to Barby Matous for recognition at UWF Metro East District's annual meeting.

Sunlight Circle

Meets 12PM, 2nd Tuesday of the month 
Church Tri-room, September - May; not January.
We share a salad lunch, a devotional, and fellowship.
Contact Chair Leaders: Jannye  Schoonmaker or Judi Burton at 972-247-6136 

Candlelight Circle

Meets 6:30PM, 2nd Tuesday of the month 
We meet together at church, or local restaurants, to enjoy social fellowship, support local missions, and help with various activities.
(See Schedule Below)

Candlelight Meeting Schedule, 6:30PM

July 9, 2024
School supplies for CFBISD
Hawaiian Bros, Marsh & Beltline

Aug 13, 2024
Red Basket Program
Marshall BBQ, Rosemeade

Sept 10, 2024
Just Because
Café Brazil, Josey Ln

Oct 8, 2024
Metrocrest (toothpaste)
El Fenix, Webb Chapel

Nov 12, 2024
No Meeting

Dec 3, 2024 (earlier dinner time)
Build-A-Bear (6:45PM inside the mall) benefitting UMC Children's Home
5:30PM meet @ Jason’s Deli, Stonebriar Mall parking lot

Jan 14, 2025
Friends Investing in Foster Kids (cash)
Bankhead Brewpub

Feb 11, 2025
Retreat Prep
Church Reception Room/Tri-Room

March 11, 2025
Tea Prep
Church Reception Room/Tri-Room


April 8, 2025
Make It Count (Bea’s Kids)
Luby’s, Midway & Alpha

May 13, 2025
Church Reception room/Tri-room
VBS prep

June 10, 2025
Planning
Burger House, Marsh Lane

April 2025 Book Club Selection -
Come Read with us!


The Children of Willesden Lane: A Memoir of Music, Hope, and Survival
Morning group meets April 17, 2025, 11:30AM
Evening group meets April 29, 2025, 6:30PM

May 2025 Book Club Selection -
Come Read with us!


When the Men were Gone
Morning group meets May 15, 2025, 11:30AM
Evening group meets May 27, 2025, 6:30PM

(meet at Denise's house 27th: 14455 Valley Hi Circle, Farmers Branch)

UWF strives to meet the needs of CUMC Women and the community. Our purpose is to help women and children, both near and far.
If you are interested in joining or learning more about United Women in Faith, you are welcome to attend ANY of our events or meetings.
Contact a member of our UWF Leadership Team or call the church office at 972-247-6136 for more information.

2024-25 Leadership Team - Meets 1st Tuesday of each month, 6:45PM:   Sep 3rd / Oct 8th / Nov 5th / Jan 7th / Feb 4th / Mar 4th / Apr 1st

President:  Denise Wallace - ddwallace0814@yahoo.com - (817) 521-0612
Vice-president:  Barby Matous
Secretary:  Kelli Castro
Treasurer:  Barbara Serlin
Communications:  Barbara Haley
Tea coordinators:  Barby Matous, Dorothy Kibler
Children’s Coordinator:  Amy Ruppersberg
Scholarship Committee Co-Chairs:  Ann Haynes, Kim Brady, Ashley Wilcoxson
Book Club, Morning: Teresa Webster
Book Club, Evening:  Tere Henry
Nominations:  Kelli Castro, Tracy Rutan, Sara Texada
Sunlight Circle:  Jannye Schoonmaker, Judi Burton
Candlelight Circle:  Teresa Webster

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