River Talk 1 May 2012

RIVER TALKRIVER TALK From the desert shall flow rivers of the Living Water and streams out of the dry ground.

May 2012May 2012

A Quarterly Newsletter published by

Riverside District United Methodist Women Janet Townsend, Editor (951) 689-2185; jtowns0530@aol.com

8233 Verbena Dr., Riverside, CA 92504…………...Your comments/suggestions are appreciated!

In this Issue:

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Budget 2012 5

Calendar 14

Cal-Pac Online 8

David & Margaret 8,10

District Officers 2012 13

Educ & Interpretation 4

Membership Nurture 7

& Outreach

Methodist Hospital 5

Nominations 3

Pacific Waves 12

President 2

Program Resources 3

River Talk Subscription 13

School of Christian 1,8

Mission

Secretary 7

Sister Churches 12

Spiritual Growth 6

Treasurer 4

UMW Annual Conf. 11

Luncheon

Vice President 4

Young Women’s Coord 6

Immigration in the Bible

This is a spiritual growth study, which deals with the theme of how individuals, families, and

communities are called to a life long journey of practicing forgiveness, justice, and reconcilia-

tion in our relational lives. This study aims to bring about personal and social transformation.

Haiti

This geographical study is an overview of the cultures that shaped Haiti’s past and the ongoing

legacy of colonialism, along with glimpses into the heart and soul of Haiti’s people through

pictures and Creole adages. The impact of the devastating

January 12, 2010 earthquake is also addressed.

Poverty

Poverty is a human rights issue with grave impact on women & children. This mission study

will help us recognize the connection between Scripture, church tradition, compassion for the

poor, social outreach & social justice. We will deepen our understanding of the realities of pov-

erty and commit to solidarity with the poor through accompaniment & advocacy.

Bridging Class

The make-up of the bridging class is intentionally intergenerational on a one to one basis. Our

hope is to encourage young women 18+, to attend School of Christian Mission and help them

discover the gifts of community and experience their “more seasoned” Sisters in Christ

have to offer as they learn and grow together.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE – JULY 1, 2012: $225

REGISTRATION POSTMARKED AFTER JULY 1: $ 250

STUDY OFFERINGS ARE:

If you need a registration form, contact Janet Townsend, Riverside District Communica-

tions Coordinator. Her email address is jtowns0530@aol.com;

phone number is 951-689-2185.

Join your United Methodist Women sisters at Biola University this July for an exciting weekend

of study, worship, spiritual growth, mission, and fun! SCM is a highlight of the UMW year;

don’t miss it! Our Conference UMW Team has put together a mission education program that

strengthens the leadership and membership of United Methodist Women.

2012 CALIFORNIA

SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN MISSION

“That All May Have Life” July 26-28, 2012 – Korean

July 27-29, 2012

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President’s Corner

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

General Conference Approves United Methodist Women Autonomy

by Yvette Moore

By a vote of 889 to 20, General Conference made United Methodist Women an autonomous or-

ganization within the United Methodist Church May 1 during its quadrennial meeting in Tampa,

Fla. The historic vote separates the national policymaking body of women organized for mission

within the denomination from the church’s mission agency for the first time in more than 70 years.

Dear Sisters,

What an exciting time we experienced at the March meeting

with Banning UMW. To our sisters at Banning UMC and Rev.

George Rosemier - Thank you for your hospitality.

The message by our guest speaker Sherry Young still resonates

in my mind leaving an image that we should live each day to

the fullest. Thank you, Sherry, for sharing your faith journey

with us.

We are living in such a fast paced world – constant change,

instant communication, and at the same time exciting and filled

with wonder at what next to expect. Therefore, we have to

hold fast to our sisterly contact. Our meetings and River Talk

continue to provide the ability to maintain family ties. We

would like to hear your ideas on items you would like to share

in the newsletter.

We are in the process of making plans for Year 2013, starting

with Local Officer Training in January 2013. This event is

open not only to officers but all women of the church. We es-

pecially invite women not involved with UMW to attend in

order to learn about UMW and perhaps spark an interest in

becoming a member. Our goal is to grow in membership, at-

tract younger women, and maintain our constant members.

We realize that in order to grow we must explore and embrace

new ideas. One of the things I find daunting about ‘Going

Green’ is the fear of losing the ability to flip the pages of a

book. At the same time, I welcome the idea of being able to

save and retrieve material in an instant.

We are doing our best to comply with the plan of ‘Going

Green’ and ask your help in this by giving us your email ad-

dress if available. I can identify with others using the computer

and smart phones; you think you are getting the hang of it and

it throws you a curve. Keep trying!

As per our plans we alternate District Retreat with our regular

meeting in March. Last year the retreat was held at Yucaipa

UMC. It was a great meeting and we encourage you to put it

on your calendar for March 2013, location to be determined.

What an idea for your Unit to host this event. Why am I giving

you the scheduled plans for next year – change in the air?

The fourth Saturday in September follows the tradition of our

Fall Celebration. Location to be determined – another opportu-

nity for a Unit to host a meeting.

I encourage you to consider these months (March and Septem-

ber) as you plan your meetings for next year.

We support the stuffed toy or teddy bear project for Methodist

Hospital and encourage you to continue bringing them to meet-

ings. We will deliver them to the hospital. See the wonderful

article from Mary Hawkins in this edition of River Talk.

Like you, I am waiting to hear the news from General Confer-

ence on the proposed changes for UMW.

Your Sister in Christ,

Peace and God Bless,

Carrie

President Riverside District

Phone: 951-205-7952

Email: tap@peoplepc.com

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Program Resources

TO ALL READERS: I made up a folder with an alphabetical listing of the books for the 2008 - 2012 Reading Program. I erred in including the 2007 books - please disregard these. The folders were given out to each church represented at the January training. If you did not receive a copy and would like one, please email me hwinston@dc.rr.com or leave a message on the house phone (951) 769-2836. I will be updating this folder each year so you will have an easy to read reference. I like alphabetical! Note: Even though the newsprint states the Reading Program is for 2008 through 2012, in the fall when the 2013 books are available, they can be counted for this year's Reading Program. Conference decided that since the upcoming year's books are available at the Septem-ber meeting, we could count these books as well. This

is great news for all of us insatiable readers. Note also there are FIVE (5) categories now and the program has changed to Plan I - five books; Plan 2 - ten books, Plan 3 - 15 books, and Plan 4 - 20 books. Piece of cake! Happy reading! Hugs - Hilde Hilde Winston 2317 Keystone Court Banning, CA 92220-7149 Home: (951) 769-2836 Cell: (951) 452-1686 Email: hwinston@dc.rr.com

Nominations

Greetings in the name of Christ, Your Riverside District Committee on Nominations is working to have the slate ready for the election at the Fall District Meeting on September 22

nd at Redlands

First UMC. The slate has to be ready by the end of July to appear in the August issue of the River Talk. This year we will be voting for the offices of vice presi-dent, Mission Coordinators for Education and Interpreta-tion, Spiritual Growth, and Social Action. We will also be electing a new chair of district Committee on Nomina-tions and two new committee members. If you have an interest in serving in any of these posi-tions on the district level, please let me know. I can be reached at 760-252-8037 or e-mail me at veola-frank@yahoo.com. The committee will be contacting

local units for potential nominees. Please think how you can serve UMW on the district level. You will work with some very dedicated and hard working ladies. Don't forget the School of Christian Mission is in July at Biola University. Hope to see you there.

Blessings and peace,

Elizabeth (Liz) Martinez Chair, Committee on Nominations Phone: 760-252-8037 E-mail: veolafrank@yahoo.com

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$$ Notes From Your Treasurer $$

Greetings to All, It was wonderful to see all of you at our Spring Meeting on March 24 at Banning UMC. A special “thank you” goes out to Gloria Desart, president of Banning UMW, officers and members of the unit for their hospitality. Sherry Young, the guest speaker, delivered a heart-warming message. It was a great morning! In preparation for getting the preliminary 2013 Proposed Budget ready to submit to the conference treasurer on May 10, I took a closer look at the 2011 Local Unit An-nual (Year End) Treasurer’s Reports. There are still 7 units that did not submit a report and 3 units submitted the old form without the 2011/2012 pledge information. (I am in the process of emailing or calling them.) Twenty-five (25) units have pledged a total of $41,785.00 for 2012. Our pledge to the conference is $75,000.00. We need an additional $33,215.00 to meet our pledge. We will be getting funds from lines 2-5 (see remittance form), money from Spring and Annual Meeting offerings, credit for any unused A&MD money that will total about $5-7,000.00. I will keep you posted. Twelve (12) units were 5 Star Units for 2011 contributing to all 5 channels of Mission Giving. The units are Ban-ning, Barstow, Chino, Claremont, Redlands First, Rialto, Riverside Arlington, Riverside First, Riverside Grace, San Bernardino Del Rosa/St. Paul, Sun City, and Wrightwood. Congratulations and thank you. If I have omitted your unit, please let me know.

I have birthday cards in a variety pack of 5 (blank in-side). So if you have family members and friends who don’t really need “more stuff”, give a Gift to Mission and meet one (1) channel toward becoming a 5 Star Unit. We are now in the second quarter of the fiscal year. If you haven’t completed your pledge, please make at least quarterly payments. Remember all pledges need to be submitted to your district treasurer by NOVEMBER 30, 2012. Please mark your calendar with this date. And remember to make ALL checks payable to Riverside District UMW. I have had to return checks because they were made payable to Cal Pac or me. A remit-tance form must be submitted with all funds. Donations to local organizations should be mailed directly to the organizations. Go to Women’s Division’s website new.gbgm-umc.org/umw and click on GIVE, then click Where the Money Goes to get a list of National and International Ministries that are supported by UMW. I am looking forward to seeing you at the School of Christian Mission in July. Until then, have a great summer! Take care. Love, Peace, and God’s blessings, Annette Osborne Gaines, Treasurer Email: apgaines@verizon.net Phone: 909-792-2385

Krystle is busy with the end of the school year. Hope-fully we can catch up with her at School of Christian Mission. If you any questions please contact District President Carrie Garrett. (from editor) Krystle Wheeler Phone: 909-804-2149 Email: allenkrystle@hotmail.com

Education & Interpretation

Greetings! I hope to see you at SCM and Fall Meeting. Blessings to all of you, Maxine Hoth (jlt) Phone: 951-797-3588 Email: maxinehoth@aol.com

Vice President Speaks

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Methodist Hospital Update Magical Power of the Teddy Bear

Excerpts from an article by Methodist Hospital Guest Relations Coordinator, Mary Bigley “During some of my first patient visits I met a 90 year old gentleman who was in the Transitional Care Unit. While he had nothing specific to share with me that was wrong, I could not help but notice that he was grouchy. After my patient rounds I returned to my office and could not get this gentleman off my mind. I usually have many resources to pull from to help patients and their families but this patient had nothing wrong other than being grumpy. We had just received a large donation of teddy bears and I decided to take this gentleman a bear in an attempt to cheer him up. I figured the worst thing that could happen would bear that he would throw the bear at me at which point I would leave his room knowing that I had made an attempt. Bear in hand I nervously entered the patient’s room and gave him the bear. He took the bear pulled it close to him giving it a hug. His facial expression changed as he held the bear close to him. He looked up at me and stated, “Do you know how long it has been since someone has given me a teddy bear?” I spent some time with him as he shared some of his life’s adventures with me. His en-tire mood had changed…..all because of a stuffed bear.” It is the giving of all UMW units that makes this happen! Remember the generous gift of bears from our Banning sisters that were displayed at our last meeting. They are working with the hospital to share their perfect pattern for making bears with all of us. It will be available at the UMW conference booth and by requests to me by phone or email. We will collect the bears at conference and at our September District Celebration. Mary Hawkins Phone: (909) 793-5171 Email: maryhh@verizon.net

Report on Mission Giving Jan. 1, 2012 to April 30, 2012

Pledge to Mission $19,826.20 Special Mission Recognition 280.00 Gift to Mission 125.00 Gift in Memory 410.00 World Thank Offering 150.00 Total Mission Giving $20,791.20 Spring Meeting Offering $455.80

The Gift of Bears From Banning

Riverside District United Methodist Women

2012 Budget

Officers Expenses Postage $ 750. Supplies $ 500. Computer Supplies/Maintenance $ 250. Program Resources $ 350. Telephone $ 0 Dependent Care $ 100. President to Annual Conference $ 300. Travel, Meals, Lodging, Registration $ 4,000. Retreat Workshops $ 400. Printing $ 500. Total Officers Expenses $ 7,150. Programming Spring Meeting/Spiritual Growth $ 300. Annual Meeting $ 500. District Mission Studies/Retreats $ 2000. Local Unit Officer Training $ 400. Child Care $ 400. Quiet Disciple/Fall Meeting $ 0 Unit Development/Visitation $ 80. Total Programming $ 3,680. Others Newsletters $ 2000. Audit $ 400. Special Mission Recognition $ 300. Miscellaneous $ 70. Total Others $ 2,770. Total Expenses $ 13,600. Income Registrations $ 1,600. Newsletters $ 1,200. Budget Request from Conference $ 10,800. Total Income $ 13,600. 2012 Pledge to Conference $ 75,000. Conference A&MD Requested $ 10,800.

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School of Christian Mission this year is offering a Study titled Bridging Class.

The make-up of the bridging class is intentionally

intergenerational on a one to one basis. Our hope

is to encourage young women 18+, to attend

School of Christian Mission and help them

discover the gifts of community and experience

their “more seasoned” Sisters in Christ

have to offer as they learn and grow together.

To request a registration form,

go online to www.cal-pac.org/pages/detail/1690 or con-

tact Janet Townsend as described at the end of the arti-cle on page 1. Aloha A Hui Hou, [Goodbye till next time] Joyce Lolohea Latu (by Janet T.) Young Women’s Coordinator Phone: 909-264-3153 Email: maisiva@hotmail.com

Young Women’s Coordinator

Hospitality………being the Christ on Earth Matthew 25: 35-40 “Lord, when was it that we saw you hungry and gave you food, or thirsty and gave you something to drink? And when was it that we saw you a stranger and welcomed you, or naked and gave you clothing? And when was it that we saw you sick or in prison and visited you? Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.” Summer is upon us and some of our friendship and study circles may exist at a slower pace. Friends in these groups may have been together for a long time and may not be accustomed to extending hospitality to the strangers among us. These days, there are many in need of friendship and relationships. What a wonderful idea to give some time to others in your community. John Wesley’s great question was “How is it with your soul?” He put action to these words and with his brother Charles, continued to visit the sick and those in prisons, feed the hungry and offer assistance to strang-ers as he met them. We are called to do the same, each in our own personal way by sharing of ourselves with others. By choosing to live our lives in this way, we are growing in grace.

Many persons are waiting to experience Christ through our actions of love. Groups of individuals who may be marginalized or oppressed are in need of acceptance as brothers and sisters in Christ, the one who accepts all persons as equals. The poor, the unemployed, the sick and discouraged, the recently released prisoner, the homeless families, and those who are filled with loneliness could be strengthened by our healing friend-ships . We don’t have to go far from home to see those in need. Let’s each use these summer days to reach out as dis-ciples of Christ and extend ourselves beyond our com-fort zone. Those who give in these ways know that they are by far the recipients of inward joy and peace. Peace to you, Mary Hawkins Phone: (909) 793-5171 Email: maryhh@verizon.net UPDATE ON METHODIST HOSPITAL: The Confer-ence is $5,563.32 short of meeting our pledge to the hospital. Please help by giving just a little more. Your Unit Treasurer submits this money to Riverside District Treasurer, Annette Gaines. Thank You!

Spiritual Growth _____________________________________________

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Membership Nurture & Outreach

The School of Christian Mission is like going to a smor-gasbord… let’s say Home Town Buffet. You come hun-gry for spiritual nourishment. Maybe you are struggling with a big decision, maybe you are missing fellowship with other women, maybe you need inspiration. This event will offer you a time to learn, to grow, to pray. It’s kind of like a big retreat with women from all across Cali-fornia and the Pacific Islands. Whether you are a sea-soned attendee or a newcomer, there will surely be something for you to treasure. This will be my third SCM. Here are some of my favorite things about past events.

Intergenerational people gathering in a happy place

Study leaders that are knowledgeable, insightful, and inspiring

Enriching performances by native performers such as Korean drummers, and Tongan singers

Time to grow in your relationship with other women and with God

I’m looking forward to going again this year. Hope to see you there! Joyfully, Andrea Curry Membership Nurture & Outreach Phone: 909-633-1481 Email: andrea_curry@att.net (Fynn and Andrea)

The Secretary Writes I hope all of you enjoyed our March District meeting as much as I did. Our speaker, Sherry Young, was out-standing. I really enjoyed her spirit. She is truly an exam-ple of how to take lemons and make lemonade. Her faith journey with God was a very special treat. The Conference Directories have been mailed to those of you who were unable to pick them up at the Cal Pac event in Hacienda Heights or at our March meeting in Banning. The cost for each directory is $5.00. Hopefully, all units will be able to reimburse the district for our cost. Thank you for keeping your officer lists up to date. It

won’t be long until we will be identifying officers for 2013. The School of Christian Mission will be held at Biola Uni-versity the last weekend in July. Our next event will be the Annual Meeting in September. Hope to see you all there. Peace , Janyth Dison 421 Lakeside Ave., Redlands, CA 92373 Phone: (909) 792-8969 Email: janythdison@msn.com

Cal-Pac UMW is on Facebook. Check it out at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?v=wall&gid=43695877083

You will find information, pictures, comments—another way for us to stay connected through communication.

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Cal-Pac UMW is online! Check out the website at: http://www.cal-pac.org/pages/detail/1690

Find Conference newsletter Pacific Waves, River Talk, registration and scholarship forms for School of

Christian Mission and more

SUN DRESSES FOR HAITIAN Girls (Pillow Case Dresses)

A SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN MISSION

LEARNING CENTER PROJECT

NEEDED: New or Gently Used Pillowcases (standard/queen/king) Please bring to the Learning Center at School of Christian Mission or send with someone who is planning to attend. Rickrack, lace, ribbons, buttons, thread donations also welcome. Here is a project for those of you who like ‘hands on’ involvement – especially if you like to sew; although not a requirement. We need hands to cut out patterns.

THIS CAN BE A LOCAL UNIT PROJECT This is also a great idea for those who like to assemble and sew at home or wish to use for a local unit mission project.

What you need to assemble a dress:

1. Sun Dress Pattern (go to www.everythingsewing.com and click on “How-To” in left column and then “pillowcase

dresses” or google ‘pillowcase dresses’). Also try http://www.fabshophop.com/downloads/pillowcasedress_chop1.pdf

and http://bumblebeelinens.com/pillowcaseDress.php

2. Standard or Queen/King Pillowcase – new or gently used

3. Pair of Scissors

4. Measuring Tape

5. Elastic

6. Safety Pins

7. Straight Pins

8. Optional: Rickrack, lace, ribbon, buttons, contrasting print for pocket

9. Optional: Photo, prayers or blessings to place in the pocket

All finished sun dresses can be boxed and mailed to:

People For Haiti

2132 Flame Flower Ct.

Trinity, FL 34655

Phone: 727-457-7272

David & Margaret Youth and Family Services 1350 Third St., La Verne, 909-596-5921, www.DavidandMargaret.org

Support our National Mission!

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A few pictures from our March 2012 meeting.

An inspirational talk from guest

speaker, Sherry Young. God is Good!

Making new friends, greeting long-time friends

Books and more Books! Come to the Fall meet-

ing where 2013 Reading Program Books will be

available.

Your Riverside District Mission Team. Missing

are Mary Hawkins and Krystle Wheeler.

From left to right: Elenoa Fonua, Maxine

Hoth,Carrie Garrett, Andrea Curry, Janyth Dison,

Annette Gaines, Luseane Haeane, Liz Martinez,

Janet Townsend, June Saunders, Joyce Lolohea

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Save the Date! Fall Meeting is on Saturday, September 22, at Redlands First UMC.

It has just been confirmed—Pastor Debbie (Camphouse) Sperry will be our guest speaker. More information will be in the August River Talk newsletter.

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Enjoy this opportunity to support David & Margaret Auxiliary.

909.392.9910

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Your Sister Church Assignments for 2012

Revised Feb. 2012

Andrea Curry LaVerne, San Dimas, Sun City, Temecula Janyth Dison Banning, San Bernardino Emmanuel, Yucca Valley Elenoa Fonua Chino, Claremont, Ontario Trinity Annette Gaines Barstow, Riverside Grace, San Bernardino Del Rosa/St. Paul, San Bernardino Trinity Luseane Haeane Pomona Covenant, Pomona Trinity, Rancho Cucamonga, Upland First Mary Hawkins Big Bear City, Hemet, Yucaipa Maxine Hoth Indio Shephard of the Valley, Redlands First, San Jacinto Joyce Lolohea Latu Lake Elsinore, Murrieta, Winchester, Riverside Wesley Elizabeth “Liz” Martinez Hesperia, Victorville, Wrightwood and June Saunders Janet Townsend Corona, Riverside Arlington, Riverside First, Riverside Highgrove Krystle Wheeler Colton, Rialto, Redlands University, Pomona First Tongan Hilde Winston Desert Hot Springs, Moreno Valley, Palm Springs, Twentynine Palms

The District Mission Team exists to support your local unit. One way that is done is to assign each unit a “Sister”. Your Sister is your primary contact with the District Leadership. She can be called about any issue and, if she doesn’t know the answer, she will find it for you.

Subscribe to Pacific Waves, the voice of our Conference UMW Team. Published in: January—April—June—September

Any person may receive Pacific Waves at no cost with an email subscription. All you need to do is send an email with your full name and telephone number, church and district to: Donna Johnson, Communications Coordinator, at: Donnaj0964@aol.com Effective January 1, 2012, cost is $15 per subscription sent by US Mail first class postage. Make check payable to Cal-Pac UMW. Please mark ‘Pacific Waves 2012’ in memo line. Mail to: Loraine Hartranft, Cal-Pac UMW Treasurer, 1740 N. Community Drive #206, Anaheim, CA 90806

Pacific Waves 2012 Subscription form—mail to Conference UMW Treasurer Please print all information Name:_____________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________ Phone: ______________ City:________________________________ State_________ Zip+4 _________________ Church: _____________________________ District: ______________________________ Amount Enclosed _$________ Check # ______ Date received by Conference Treasurer:_____________

Think Green — print only the newsletter pages that you need.

UMW Newsletters can also be found on our Cal-Pac UMW website—both Pacific Waves, River Talk,

and other districts. Check it out at www.cal-pac.org/pages/detail/1690.

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Office Name Phone Email President Carrie Garrett 951-781-9877 tap@peoplepc.com Vice President Maxine Hoth 951-797-3588 maxinehoth@aol.com Secretary Janyth Dison 909-792-8969 janythdison@msn.com Treasurer Annette Gaines 909-792-2385 apgaines@verizon.net Secretary of Program Resources Hilde Winston 951-769-2836 hwinston@dc.rr.com Chair, Committee on Nominations Elizabeth “Liz” Martinez 760-252-8037 veolafrank@yahoo.com Mission Coordinators: Spiritual Growth Mary Hawkins 909-793-5171 maryhh@verizon.net Education/Interpretation Krystle Wheeler 909-804-2149 allenkrystle@hotmail.com Social Action Vacant Membership Nurture & Outreach Andrea Curry 909-633-1481 andrea_curry@att.net Communications & Janet Townsend 951-689-2185 jtowns0530@aol.com River Talk Editor Committee on Nominations Vacant Vacant June Saunders 760-252-4791 oystervagirl@yahoo.com Luseane Haeane 909-464-9687 phaeane@yahoo.com Language Coordinator Tongan—Elenoa Fonua 909-212-2555 efonua@yahoo.com Young Women’s Coordinator Joyce Lolohea Latu 909-264-3153 maisiva@hotmail.com

District Team for 2012

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TO:

United Methodist Women Empowering Women & Children around the World!

June 2012 Jun. 16 — UMW Lunch at Annual Conference Redlands July 2012 Jul. 26-28— School of Christian Mission, Korean

language only, Biola Univ., La Mirada Jul. 27-29 — School of Christian Mission Biola Univ., La Mirada September 2012 Sept. 22 — District Fall Meeting Redlands First UMC October 2012 Oct. 27—Conference UMW Annual Celebration Oct. 27—District Leadership Training, by invitation January 2013 Jan. 12—Leadership Training Event, location TBD February 2013 Feb. ?? - Conference UMW Mid-Winter, loc TBD March 2013 Mar. 16—District Spiritual Growth Retreat, Location to be determined

September 2013 Sept. 28—District UMW Fall Annual Celebration, Location to be determined October 2013 Oct. 26—Conference Mtg and Training, loc TDB 2014 Assembly

UMW 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.

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