United Methodist Women
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United Methodist Women is
an organization of approximately one million members whose purpose
is to foster spiritual growth, develop leaders and advocate for
justice. Members raise nearly $25 million each year for
programs and projects related to women, children and youth in the
Here in Mattoon, our local UMW unit does all it can to make a difference in the world….by planning mission programs, raising funds for local, national, and global mission projects, while growing together in fellowship and faith. Our work is carried out through monthly meetings and several “Circles”, which are UMW small groups, each with its own focus. We invite and welcome women of all ages to join hands with us in mission and caring! -
Mary Circle UMW is made up a group of women aged about 60 years and older, many who have been in this circle for years. We consider ourselves a traditional circle and we believe in supporting each other by prayer, visitation of the sick, and serving some receptions. Our circle is very active in the annual church bazaar, which includes many of its members getting involved in making candy for the fundraising event.
We meet on the second Monday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in Old Fellowship Hall, lower level of the church. We hold two evening meetings a year, which includes inviting spouses at each one.
Mary Circle is led by Mona Buckley. -
Rebecca Circle UMW is a group of women of any age who might enjoy taking part in mission projects and fellowship. The circle meets on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in members’ homes.
The Rebecca Circle is led by Nancy Ross.
Adult Discipleship and
Bible Study Groups
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Women’s Sharing Group is a gathering of women of varying ages who wish to study God’s Word, while at the same time fellowship together. We often study and discuss the works of contemporary Christian authors. Our group focuses on problem solving through prayer and using God’s Word.
The Women’s Group meets in the conference room in the church office from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. each Tuesday, during the school year. During the summer we switch to Wednesday nights, same time, same place. All women are welcome to join in.
Tammie Young leads the group. -
Thursday Morning Women’s Bible Study
is just what the name says. This scripture-based format, generally using published Bible studies as a beginning, supplemented by commentaries, witnessing, and prayer. The group is made up of women aged 23 to 65-plus years who also enjoy an early start on the day.
We meet in fellowship for breakfast and follow with a lesson, prayer, and discussion, as well as sharing. The group meets every Thursday at 6:30 a.m. at Pagliacci’s restaurant on Logan Avenue in Mattoon. Join us in the northwest corner room of the restaurant! We meet year-round.
As a group, we select the subject to be studied, which usually involves three or four series over the year. We expect and welcome class participation. Some of our members have been participating for many years, and lately we’ve been blessed with some people of other churches to join our Bible study. We believe we are richer for this reason. We recently studied “Just Give Me Jesus,” by Anne Graham Lotts, and will be starting a sequel to “Being a Mary in a Martha World,” this fall. Linda Hance leads the women’s Bible study. -
Tuesday Night Men’s Group is made up of men aged 20 years and older, both single and married. We focus on the struggles, challenges, and benefits of being men of God, in the world we live in today. We provide accountability to one another. We also try to involve ourselves in our community. All men are invited to join us in Room 102 each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church. The men’s group is led by Jeremy Harminson.
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Pastor’s Tuesday Bible Study is held Every Tuesday morning at
Currently: Romans