United Women in Faith

Of Baker Memorial United Methodist Church

Baker Memorial’s United Women in Faith organization provides a variety of exciting opportunities for fellowship, outings, missions outreach and fundraising Here, Near, and Far Away. The Leadership Team, our governing board, meets the first Wednesday of every month. Our four active circles (groups) are listed below. We welcome all women with open arms!

Our Mission

Our four circles have a mission of helping women and children, locally and throughout the world. We host different types of fundraisers throughout the year to support many different organizations that help women and children prosper.

In addition to our fundraisers, we also pledge annually to our United Women in Faith (UWF) district. All of these funds are distributed by the Women’s Division of the General Board of Global Ministries of the Methodist Church to organizations in the U.S. as well as throughout the world. We also contribute to the missions of Baker Memorial, donating to some of its many ministries. We are a busy group of women who will, with God’s help, continue our missions by pledging our money, time and talents. A heartfelt invitation is extended to all women in our congregation! Which Circle is best for YOU?

What’s Happening

  • Monday, September 21 at 9 am: Drop-In Coffee at Maple Leaf Coffee House Drop by for third Mondays casual gathering for coffee and conversation. There’s no agenda or need to sign up—just show up. Location: 1 Illinois Street, St. Charles
  • Saturday, September 26 at 10 am: Labyrinth Walk You’re invited to a faith walk at the Olcott Center (Theosophical Society) in Wheaton. A labyrinth walk is an ancient meditative practice using a single, winding path to calm the mind. Location: 1926 North Main St, Wheaton
  • Friday, October 16 at 6 pm: Women’s Movie Night Gather for a night out with dinner and a movie! We start with a meal, watch the movie and discuss it after. Watch for more details and a sign up on the church app and website. Meets in Wiley Hall.
  • Saturday, October 17 at 11 am: Cottages in the Woods Come to an outing with artisans & crafters, tour Swedish Tiny Houses, Swedish bakery, food trucks AND gnomes galore! Cost: $10. Location: Good Templar Park, enter at 528 East Side Dr, Geneva IL. Meet at the event entrance at 11 am. goodtemplarpark.org/events
  • Sunday, October 18 from 2 to 4 pm: Women’s Bunco Come for an afternoon of fun and games. Bunco is easy to learn and we’re happy to teach newcomers. Sign up on the church app or website closer to the event. Meets in Wiley Hall.
  • Monday, October 19 at 9 am: Drop-In Coffee at Maple Leaf Coffee House Drop by for this casual gathering for coffee and conversation. Location: 1 Illinois Street, St. Charles
  • Saturday, November 7 from 10 am to 3 pm: Purchase With A Purpose Come shop this wonderful one-day fair trade market. There will be a variety of vendors with unique goods from all over the world. PWAP is open to the community—so spread the word! Watch for volunteer and donation sign up information. Contact person: Betty Erickson
  • Monday, November 16 at 9 am: Drop-In Coffee at Maple Leaf Coffee House Drop by for this casual gathering for coffee and conversation. Location: 1 Illinois Street, St. Charles
  • Sunday, November 22 at 10:30 am: UWF Pie & Gift Sale We’re having a pie sale and more fun items to kick off Thanksgiving week. More info about the fundraiser to come.
MAY 26th UWF NEWSLETTER

Find Your Circle

Lydia Circle: This is a circle of active women who are a variety of ages. Meetings take place on the fourth Tuesday of the month in the evenings at the discretion of the member hosting the event. Meetings include service projects, social time together, and more.

Phoebe Circle: This is a circle of active women who are a variety of ages. Meetings take place on the second Wednesday of the month September-May from 9-11 am in the Parlor, unless an outing or special event is planned—which is most months. Meetings include social time together, off-site outings, service project, and more.

More About UWF

United Women in Faith is a sisterhood acting in faith to tackle the hard work of the world without hesitation.

Driven by God’s love and united in sisterhood, we work to improve the lives of women, children and youth. Every day, we show up. We take action. We get it done. And we invite you to join us.

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“God is within her, she will not fall; God will help her at break of day”

– Psalm 46:5