"Through the power of Christ, we are learning to live in simplicity, thankfulness, contentment and
generosity in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana."

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Friday, June 13, 2014

UMW today

Amber presents the program about Wesley House, UM, Missoula
 
An attentive group
Claire provides the devotional
Pastor speaking about Mission u
More than twenty-five were on hand today for the monthly gathering of the United Methodist Women.

Hazel S. and Connie R. were this month's hostesses.  Hazel provided the table decorations from her collection of bird figurines and peonies from her garden.  The refreshments were a delicious strawberry shortcake, mixed nuts and piping hot coffee and tea!

Gretchen M. joined our unit, keeping our streak going -- of continuous monthly UMW meetings with new members joining each month.

The program was offered by Amber D. M-S., who spoke about the mission and ministry being offered by the Wesley House at the University of Montana (Missoula).

In business news this month: 
+Sam B. & Robert N. were awarded $500 academic grants.
+Amber thanked the UMW for the 35 "goody bags" presented to the students at Wesley House during final exams at UMT.
+25 health kits were taken to Annual Conference by Belinda A., part of the conference-wide UMCOR mission project.

Upcoming events:
Church Garage Sale: June 21 @ 8 am
VBS/Day-camp: June 23-27
UMW Picnic: Saturday, July 12 @ Bonita's home
Apple-dumpling Making: July 21 @ 9 am at the Stevi high school.
Fall Bazaar: October 25 (change in date to be noted)

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