{"id":1002,"date":"2015-06-26T06:36:30","date_gmt":"2015-06-26T13:36:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.campbellunited.com\/web\/?page_id=1002"},"modified":"2026-08-04T14:17:17","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T21:17:17","slug":"united-women-in-faith-uwf","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.campbellunited.org\/web\/what-i-do\/united-women-in-faith-uwf\/","title":{"rendered":"United Women in Faith (UWF)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Faith ~ Hope ~ Love – in Action<\/em><\/strong>
\n We are women with a Purpose!<\/em><\/span>
\n(find events below<\/a>)<\/p>\n

United Women in Faith\/UWF<\/strong> (prev. UMW) is a community of women of all ages.<\/span>
\nWe seek to connect<\/a> and nurture women through Christian spiritual formation, leadership development, creative fellowship and education so that we can inspire, influence, and impact local and global communities.
\nWe gather to support one another\u2019s spiritual lives, for creative supportive fellowship, and to encourage one another to self-giving service in the community and the world. We are a powerful, fearless force driven by
\nGod\u2019s love and united in sisterhood. With a focus on women, children and youth, we act for justice and transform communities.
\nBold action, like faith, takes courage. Our bravery is inspired by God\u2019s love and our powerful commitment to improve the lives of women, children, and youth. United Women in Faith works for justice through compassionate service and advocacy to change unfair policies and systems that harm women, children, and youth\u2014from racial and gender injustice to economic inequality, climate issues, and more.<\/p>\n

Campbell UWF General Meetings<\/strong><\/em> (for all Circle members) are held twice a year:<\/em>
\nthe\u00a0First Thursday of May<\/em><\/strong> and the First Thursday of December<\/em><\/strong> in the Fireside Room<\/a>.
\nThese meetings are followed by refreshments and a program.
\nThe Campbell UWF is part of the CA-NV Conference UWF<\/a> and the El Camino Real District UWF<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Campbell UWF Executive Board meets First Thursdays monthly, and all are welcome.<\/strong><\/em>
\nWrite the Secretary at uwf[at]campbellunited[dot]org for the minutes or
\nto find out more about events and activities.<\/p>\n

UWF groups at Campbell UMC meet in \u201cCircles<\/strong>\u201d at different times and places.<\/em>
\nCircles meet the second week of each month<\/em>, from September through June<\/em>.
\nFind a Circle<\/a> that is convenient for you.\u00a0 All women are invited to attend.<\/em>
\nFor more information and to learn about circle groups, contact: uwf[at]campbellunited[dot]org<\/p>\n

UWFaith Digital<\/a> may be a good option for those who cannot attend meetings in person.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Announcements & Upcoming UWF Events<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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UWF Reading Program Forms Due – by August 31st<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n

\"ClickIf you have been participating in the United Women in Faith Reading Program<\/a>
\nthis year, it is now time to complete the Reading Program Form
\nand send the information to the District.<\/p>\n

For your convenience, you can find (and print\/download) a copy of the form here<\/a>. Please fill it out and send by the end of August via usps or email to:
\nCarolyn B. (write uwf[at]campbellunited[dot]org for the address) OR cmbircher[at]gmail[dot]com<\/p>\n

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Annual UWF Celebrations:<\/b><\/h3>\n

El Camino Real District (ECRD) Celebration<\/strong> \u2013 October 10, 2025 \u2013 Fremont<\/span>
\n\"ClickThe ECRD UWF<\/a> Annual Celebration will be at St. Paul UMC at 33350 Peace Terrace, Fremont, CA\u00a0 on Saturday, October 10th, from 9:00am-12:30pm<\/strong><\/em>.
\n9:00am snacks & registration; 10:00am program<\/em><\/span>; concluding with 12:30pm lunch.
\nThe theme is \u201cUnstoppable Together.\u201d<\/em><\/span>
\nThe speaker will be Josephine Sanchez, Deaconess, CA-NV Secretary of Membership, Nurture & Outreach.
\nA worship offering will be taken for Gum Moon Residence & Mary Elizabeth Inn
\nSuggested offering for lunch: $20
\nBring: Reading Program books to exchange, if you have some.<\/p>\n

Find details and registration here<\/a>. Please come and join us!<\/p>\n

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California\/Nevada Conference Celebration <\/strong>\u2013 October 17, 2026 \u2013 Loomis, CA<\/span>
\n\"ClickThe CA\/NV UWF<\/a> Annual Celebration will be at Loomis First UMC
\non Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:30am – 3:00pm <\/strong>(lunch included)<\/em><\/p>\n

The theme is \u201cUnstoppable Abundance.\u201d<\/em><\/span>\u00a0 The featured speaker will be
\nSally Vonner, General Secretary & CEO of the United Women in Faith.<\/p>\n

Find the details & registration here<\/a>. Please join us!<\/p>\n

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United Women in Faith – Digital<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n
\"UWFaithDigital<\/a><\/div>\n

Are you familiar with UWFaith Digital<\/a>, our private community platform? If not \u2013 or if you would like to learn more \u2013 please click the link above. This can be a great way to stay connected with UWF when you’re unable to attend meetings in person.<\/p>\n

All are welcome, whether you’re brand-new or a long-time member.<\/p>\n

See you online!<\/p>\n

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The Princess Project\"Click<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The Princess Project<\/a> Silicon Valley is a non-profit, 100% volunteer-run organization that provides free prom & special occasion dresses and accessories to HIGH SCHOOL teens in the GREATER bay area.
\nTheir effort is made possible through invaluable volunteer, donor, and community support.<\/p>\n

Find out more<\/a> about The Princess Project and Volunteer<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Cake4Kids<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The proceeds from all the donations for the beautiful Baskets
\nat the April 2025 UWF Tea<\/a> benefited Cake4Kids<\/a>.\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Cake4Kids partners with agencies, private and public, to provide free custom, homemade cakes and sweets<\/a>, delivered to at-risk and under-served youth across the country! The youth served may be in foster or kinship care, living in group homes, survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking, living in low-income housing with or without a parent, or even homeless. It may just be a cake\/treat, but the children know that a stranger took the time and effort to do something special just for them.<\/i><\/p>\n

Cakes4Kids is an amazing group that could use more bakers to fulfill the requests in our area.
\nFind out more<\/a> about Cake4Kids and Volunteer<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

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UWF Reading Program & Book Cart<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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Have you been participating in the UWF Reading Program this year?
\nIt is now time to complete the Reading Program Form and send it to the district by the end of August<\/em><\/span>.<\/p>\n

If you’ve read at least one book from each of the five UWF Reading Program categories<\/em>, submit a list of the books to the El Camino Real District Reading Program Coordinator so you can be recognized at the District UWF Annual Celebration.
\nUse the Reading Program Reporting Form found here<\/a> or send an email to: reading[at]ecrduwf[dot]org along with your name, church name, & list of titles read.<\/p>\n

Click to see the UWF Reading Program<\/a> Catalog<\/a> for 2026!\u00a0 The UWF Reading Program includes books for adults, children, & youth – there are novels, memoirs, personal experience books and more with enlightening subjects in diverse genres. Something for everyone.<\/p>\n

The books we have at CUMC are located on the UWF Book Cart which is kept in the Fireside Room during the week, and in the Fellowship Hall on Sundays. Everyone is encouraged to peruse all these books including the older offerings. Then check-out a book, remembering to return it within 3-4 weeks.\u00a0 Enjoy your read!\u00a0 \u00a0~Darlene Dyer for UWF<\/p>\n

Find out more about the UWF Reading Program<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Just Energy for All\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n

CLIMATE SURVEY – YOUR INPUT MATTERS!
\nIn cooperation with Blessed Tomorrow and the American Climate Metrics Survey, United Women in Faith is encouraging members & all United Methodist Church friends to answer this short questionnaire. It will help to better understand UMC member views on climate & inform climate justice efforts of the faith community.
\nClick here to take the 5-minute survey<\/a>!
\nWe would appreciate it if you could invite others to fill out this 5-min survey
\nbefore the extended deadline of July 14th!<\/em><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Just Energy for All webinars<\/strong> occur every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 12\u20131:30pm PT<\/strong><\/em>.
\nAll are welcome to join.
\nThe virtual conversations take place on Zoom.
\nThe topics for each month will be updated as they are confirmed.<\/em> You don\u2019t need to be a United Women of Faith member to join. ALL are welcome!<\/span><\/p>\n

Join<\/a> the monthly Just Energy for All webinars to hear from experts, community leaders and United Women in Faith members advocating for just energy solutions in their communities and around the world. Learn about efforts to prioritize women\u2019s voices in climate justice advocacy, reduce air pollution, install solar panels, increase electric school buses, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Click to Register for Just Energy for All Webinar updates<\/a><\/p>\n

If you’d like to receive future updates from United Women in Faith
\naround climate justice issues, sign up here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Faith Talks Live<\/strong><\/h4>\n

\"Click<\/a><\/span>Join the bimonthly conversations with United Women in Faith<\/a>,
\nhosted by Jennifer R. Farmer.
\nEach month, we\u2019ll explore timely themes and resources, from expert insights on ways to live your faith to inspiring interviews with spiritual leaders. Visit the Events Calendar<\/a> to register to join the live podcasts.<\/p>\n

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
\nFind out more about UWF\u2019s Faith Talks Podcasts<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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You are invited to support the work of United Women in Faith with a gift to:<\/p>\n

The Legacy Endowment Fund<\/a>
\nMission Giving<\/a><\/p>\n

Subscribe to the digital or print response<\/em>\u00a0magazine<\/a> to stay abreast of the impact your giving makes.<\/p>\n

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Future Events<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

(…will be listed here as they are scheduled)<\/p>\n

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If you would like to be part of the fun, fellowship and mission we share in these activities,
\nplease contact us at: uwf @ campbellunited.org<\/p>\n

View Previous UWF\/UMW Events<\/a><\/p>\n

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The UWF Book Cart<\/strong> has added more books.
\nCheck them out on the UWF Book Cart in the Fellowship Hall (or adjacent hallway).
\nWe hope you enjoy these great reads. Titles include:<\/p>\n

A House in the Sky<\/em>: A Memoir<\/em> by Amanda Lindhout<\/a> and Sarah Corbett<\/a><\/p>\n

Massacre at Sand Creek: How Methodists Were Involved in an American Tragedy<\/em> by Gary L. Roberts<\/p>\n

Without You, There Is No Us: Undercover Among the Sons of North Korea’s Elite<\/em> by Suki Kim<\/p>\n

Hollow Faith<\/em>:<\/em> How Andy Griffith, Facebook, and the American Dream Diluted the Gospel<\/em><\/a> by Stephen Ingram<\/p>\n

Detained and Deported: Stories of Immigrant Families Under Fire<\/em> by Margaret Regan<\/a><\/p>\n

The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World<\/em> by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu<\/p>\n

Born on Third Base: A One Percenter Makes the Case for Tackling Inequality, Bringing Wealth Home, and Committing to the Common Good<\/em> by Chuck Collins<\/a> and Morris Pearl<\/p>\n

Bus to Corinth<\/em> by Ladine Housholder<\/p>\n

The Pilgrim Messiah: A Novel Drawn from the Gospel of Mark<\/em> by Richard C. Cheatham<\/p>\n

Worker Justice Illustrated #2<\/em><\/p>\n

Three Feathers <\/em>by Richard Van Camp and Krystal Mateus<\/p>\n

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Do you know about the UWF Reading Program<\/a>?\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \"\"
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Reading Program<\/h3>\n

Reading Program book lists (catalogs) are available online. Books from the current list, as well as 5 previous years (that qualify for this year\u2019s program) can be viewed and\/or purchased from United Women in Faith Mission Resources<\/a> or from your favorite bookseller.<\/p>\n

Most of the books are available as e-books (for Kindle), some are available in braille and audio, and many can be found in your local library.<\/p>\n

For over 150 years, United Methodist Women have been involved in mission that includes prayer, study and action, and the United Women in Faith continue that tradition. The Reading Program is a study opportunity, but it should also lead to action. The purpose of the program is to encourage United Women of Faith members to:<\/p>\n