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.
To support this PURPOSE, seven circles meet during the fall, winter and spring.
Fay Bennett Circlemeets on the second Tuesday evening of the month at 7:30 pm. (Contact Gayle Reske, 464-2041, for meeting location and more information.)
Sara Mashawmeets the Second Monday Morning at 10:00 am. (Contact Marilyn Arney, 460-0896, for meeting location and more information.)
Beth Conerly Circle meets the second Monday morning of the month at 10:30 am. (Contact Lucy Hill, 217-2318) for circle meeting location and more information.)
Kathleen Ober Circle meets the second Tuesday morning at 10:00 am. (Contact Jackie Pontifex, 464-4204, for meeting location and more information.)
Ruth Reynolds Circle meets the second Wednesday. (Contact Fran Everton, 464-9493, for circle meeting location and more information.)
Barbara Pryor Circle meets the third Monday evening of the month at 7:00 pm. (Contact Diana St. John, 222-9969, for circle meeting location and more information.)
Iris Wall Circlemeets second Tuesday morning of the month at 10:00 am. (Contact Beth Templeton, 460-4806, for circle meeting location and more information.)
Who are members?
We are from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds; employed and unemployed; women with disabilities; housewives and business women; single, married, widowed, and divorced; young, middle-aged, and older women; all committed to mission.
What does it mean to be a member?
Meals for Homeless
A member is one who commits herself to our purpose and chooses to participate in meetings, prayer, giving, study, action, and/or service; serving the needs of women, children, and youth.
Our Unit Needs YOU!
Baylake UMW ‘s programs and activities are structured to encourage spiritual growth.
Quarterly General Meetings, Circle Groups and Mission Outreach activities focus on the needs of women, children and youth, locally, nationally and globally.
We meet the first Wednesday of every month at 9:30 am for a Prayer Breakfast, during the months of October through June. Compelling speakers share their insights. We pray together, and enjoy meaningful fellowship and special musical presentations.
This is a partial list of mission efforts we support:
Meals on Wheels
Nursing Home Visitation
World Service Kits
School supplies
Healthcare supplies
Sewing projects
Layettes
Angel Kits
Christmas outfits
Winter coats
Proceeds for Mission
Member Pledges
Bake Sales
Easter Egg Sales
Prayer and Self Denial Offering
Candle Burning Offering
World Thank Offering
UMW Prayer Breakfasts - Join the United Methodist Women for their monthly prayer breakfasts at 9:30 am on the first Wednesday of each month, October - June.
Christmas Celebration - On December 14, at 7:00 pm, UMW gather in the Sanctuary to present their gifts for the children of Southeastern Tidewater Opportunities Project, to welcome new members, to present Special Mission Recognitions and to share a wonderful Christmas Story. Festivities continue in Everett Hall with refreshments and fellowship. All women are invited!!!
