Women's
ministry
What is cultivate?
The purpose of Cultivate is to create a sense of belonging for women of our church and community where we can grow in our faith, prayer life and friendships through studying God's word, serving his people and shepherding one another along life's journey. In conjunction with United Women in Faith, Cultivate strives to provide multiple opportunities for women to gather and develop meaningful relationships as they draw even closer to Christ.
Through small group Bible and book studies, service projects and social gatherings, Cultivate hopes to create safe spaces to discuss and learn how to deal with the struggles of everyday life, the joys and heartaches that come with each stage of life and offer women the chance to encourage each other, be vulnerable with one another and develop more Christian friendships and support systems that are multi-generational. We hope you join us!
CURRENT Women's SMALL GROUPS:
Empty Nest, Full Life:
How to Thrive After Your Kids Leave Home
Leader: Virginia Jones
Location: The home of Virginia Jones
(near Southern Ale House)
Time: Mondays from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Dates: January 23rd-March 6th
If your children have moved out, returned to the nest, or you are a woman navigating life in your late 40s or 50s, this study is for you. Like most women, you are caught between grief and delight, full of questions, hopes, and regrets. We will spend our weekly time together discussing the chapters and mixing independent study with in-person conversation. Let’s help one another navigate the empty nest stage of life together. Please email Virginia to sign up at vajones7@comcast.net.
Ten Women of the Bible: One by One They Changed the World
Leader: Amy Thigpen
Location: The home of Amy Thigpen – north of the river
Time: Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Dates: January 31st – April 4th
Their actions stood out to the writers of Scripture, even though society overlooked their contributions. In Ten Women of the Bible, a 10-session workbook, Lucado tells the stories of 10 pivotal biblical women, including Sarah, Rahab, Abigail, Esther, Sapphira, Mary Magdalene, and others. Each session features insights and questions that explore their lives and help you apply the lessons to yours. Please email Amy to sign up at amy@fumct.org.
United Women in
faith
United Women in Faith is an organized unit of women of all ages whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ and to develop a creative, supportive fellowship through small groups within the unit.
Close to one million members across the United States are committed to mission with emphasis on women, children, and youth. Nationally, members raise about $20 million a year for missions in the U.S. and in over one hundred countries in the world. Locally, United Women in Faith gives $10,000 + to social service agencies such as Meals on Wheels, A Woman's Place, West Alabama Food Bank, Tuscaloosa Children's Center, Arts'n Autism, and Caring Days.
There is opportunity for spiritual growth, prayer, study, development of leadership and nurturing skills, and fellowship. The local unit of United Women in Faith is divided into small groups called Circles, most of which meet once a month except during the summer. Four times a year all members meet together for a program.
Membership in the United Methodist Church is not a requirement to be a member of United Women in Faith.
All proceeds go to local missions such as Youth for Christ, Arts n Autism, Food Bank, etc.