Central Texas Conference United Women in Faith

This is an exciting time for women! And it's Women's History Month! I know that there are questions regarding the new brand for United Women in Faith (formerly UMW). I want everyone to know United Women in Faith will continue to nurture current members. The new brand is for us to be more attractive to women of all Christian backgrounds. I am attaching the press release that was sent out last week. The rebrand is a way to refresh the way we tell our story. The website has been updated, programs and resources also updated to align with the new name and brand. 

Why the name change? 

The changes are designed to address the different needs and life stages of current members and new women and expand options for membership and engagement. The new name also aims to welcome current members whose local churches may choose to disaffiliate from The United Methodist Church as well as women of other faith traditions who want to join. There is a video which speaks about the changes located here: https://uwfaith.org/

How should local units, districts and conferences handle bank accounts? 

Tamara Clark, UWF Treasurer/CFO, will provide guidance to our conference treasurer which will be shared with us. Nothing needs to change immediately. 

The March/April 2022 digital edition of response is ready to view or download! You can read about the changes in this issue’s article, "We Are United Women in Faith!" (pages 32-35). The article has a page filled with frequently asked questions. To celebrate, the March/April 2022 digital issue of response free for everyone, via this link. Share it with friends!

Pam Pinkerton-Whitley, CTCUMW President

Anne Ridley, Communications