United Methodist Women (UMW)

United Methodist Women is the largest denominational faith organization for women with approximately 800,000 members whose mission is fostering spiritual growth, developing leaders and advocating for justice.

Members raise up to $20 million each year for programs and projects related to women, children and youth in the United States and in more than 100 countries around the world.

The Women’s Division is the national policy-making body of this group.

*2010 Annual Report.

*Read how United Methodist Women is shaping the next ten years with the Women’s Division Strategic Plan.

 

The UMW is practical. Take for example, the Ditty Bag project, that supplies essential needs for homeless and poor people living in Tampa Bay. The PCC women contribute to this mission. Watch this story from WFLA to learn more.

How to Join United Methodist Women

United Methodist Women is a community of women who nurture and encourage one another in their spiritual growth, personal leadership and transformation.

The Purpose of United Methodist Women

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.
  • To expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.

Member StoryResources for New Members

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Who are United Methodist Women members? Find out from this video.