Purpose:  The organized unit of the United Methodist Women shall be 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 global ministries of the church.

Membership:  Regardless of all designations of age, race, or financial, marital or employment status; each member is regarded as a person of unique value.  All women are welcome.  Membership is expressed by prayer, attendance at meetings, service, and financial support through gifts, offerings, and pledges.

Emblem:  The picture at the top of this page represents the official emblem of the United Methodist Women's organization.  Combining cross and flame, ancient symbols of Christ, the shape of the emblem is fluid and free-flowing suggesting change and mobility.

The United Methodist Women’s Group of the Painesville United Methodist church is open to all women of the church. Three different circles provide a variety of fellowship opportunities and times.

General meetings, where all circles attend, are held three times a year.  In April we celebrate UMW Sunday during all three services to honor our rich heritage and share with the congregation the meaningful work that is accomplished through UMW.  In May, the UMW sponsors a Celebration of the Family Woman dinner and in June, the UMW sponsors a Celebration of the Family Man dinner.  June is also the picnic month for each of the circles.  In October a Harvest Dinner is presented and December brings an always well-attended Christmas celebration.

Our church relies on the kindness of the United Methodist Women in a variety of ways. Whether it is providing their baking skills to supply reception needs, or to host a family meal after a funeral, or all of the wonderful work they do in mission to the community and world – our church is fortunate to have such a wonderful group of ladies willing to give their times and talents to help others.

Being a part of the United Methodist Women’s Group is a great way to meet other women of the church and learn about different areas to become involved in. This year’s UMW President is Alyssa Conklin-Moore. Please contact her through the church office if you should have any questions.

Please visit the national UMW website at www.gbgm-umc.org/umw/  for additional information

This year’s UMW theme is “Rise, Shine and Glorify God.” We began in January by installing officers at our General Meeting. All three of our Circles participate in this event and look forward to kicking off an inspiring year of programming, prayer, fellowship and mission. We respond locally and globally to the ministries of the Church. 

Later this month, we look forward to hosting the Western Reserve UMW Spring District Meeting here at the Church on Saturday, April 28^th. In July, we will be sending representatives to the UMW School of Christian Mission, supporting the Soup Kitchen at St. James Church, and enjoying summer potlucks within our Circle groups. September will feature a bake sale, another general meeting, and an all-day retreat from 9-3 on September 22^nd. Mark your calendars now and plan to attend! 

October will be a time to gather with other ladies at the East Ohio Conference Annual UMW Meeting, as well as the UMW Fall District Meeting for the Western Reserve District. But don’t forget about our wonderful Harvest Dinner that will be held on October 27^th! This is an event that our congregation and the community at large has enjoyed year after year. Then we’ll round out the year with festive Christmas gatherings, a December Bake Sale and our third general meeting. We look forward to seeing you at these upcoming events!