United Methodist Women 

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Purpose

The organized unit of United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose PURPOSE is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.

Recent Happenings

Money For Missions

The United Methodist Women held a successful yard sale May 1, 2010 in which they raised needed funds for a variety of local and statewide missions that benefit women and children.  Thank you to all who donated their "treasures" or time to make this event happen.
Lewis Memorial Home Christmas Open House
Lewis Memorial Home Tea

UMW members welcome guests at the Christmas

Open House at Lewis Memorial Home.

Lewis Memorial Home Tea

Martha Sue Whitley & Joyce Al-Kishaly provide

music for the Christmas Open House at Lewis Home.


UMW Hosts District UMW Meeting
UMW hosting a District UMW meeting
Sarah Frances Ferguson HonoredFrances Ferguson

The Bowling Green District of UMW recognized Sarah Frances Ferguson of

Franklin First United Methodist Church as being a member of United Methodist Women for over 50 years.

Sarah Frances Ferguson has held the office of Franklin First UMW President several times and served on various other committees.  She was very active in the 1990's as unit president and night circle treasurer.  She still attends  and participates when able with mission projects in UMW. She also sang  in the choir and provided music at UMW meetings.

She was a member of The Missionary Society before UMW was selected
as name of  unit.


Guest speaker
Susanna Wesley Monologue
Joyce Al-Kishaly, UMW co-president, welcomed Joyce Porter Hammers to the unit's September meeting.  Ms. Hammers, a dramatist and visual artist, portrayed Susanna Wesley in an inspiring monologue.