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United Methodist Women Circles
Like John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement, our congregation believes strongly in small group ministry. Finding social success and spiritual strength in a group of peers can play an important part of a person's life and we encourage all women - from Excelsior UMC members to those simply seeking faithful fellowship - to please try out our supportive, friendly UMW Circles.
Find the Circle that's right for you:
Each of our UMW Circles offers its own unique focus and is designed for different kinds of women. Please read each of our descriptions and contact us so we can know you're interested.
Deborah Circle (Judges 4, 5) Esther Circle (Esther) Lydia Circle (Acts 16) Miriam Circle (Exodus [15]) Sarah Circle (Genesis 11-17) Sophia Circle (Mt. 11:19, 1 Cor. 1:20, 2:7, James 3:13-18, etc.) Esther Circle
Balancing service, fellowship, and fun, Esther Circle formed in 2009 and is named for the famed Jewish heroine. The circle has served at Simpson Shelter, ICA, FMSC, Resource West, the Giving Tree Project, and the EUMC Community Lunch.
Meeting Space: Various Meeting Time: 3rd Tuesdays of the Month, evening Age / Time of Life: No formal basis, current members' age range is late 20s to mid 50s Special Notes: Service and fellowship focuses rotate Contact: Amy Holm @ 952.935.5699 or by email Miriam Circle
A courageous prophet in the story of the Exodus, Miriam is the namesake of this circle of mothers of school-aged children. Miriam Circle gathers quarterly for fellowship meetings including "Mom's Night Out" events as well as participating in the EUMC Rummage Sales.
Meeting Space: Various Meeting Time: Quarterly Age / Time of Life: Mothers of school-aged children Special Notes: This circle meets quarterly Contact: Jill Jewell @ 952.920.3872 Sarah Circle
Blessed by God's covenant, Jewish matriarch Sarah gives inspiration to Sarah Circle, a group of women (with many mothers and grandmothers). The circle collects Christmas gifts for Hennepin County Social Services, serves at the EUMC Rummage Sale, does book study and social activities.
Meeting Space: Excelsior UMC Fireside Room Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 7:00pm Age / Time of Life: Women in their 40s and beyond Special Notes: Often meets with Lydia Circle Contact: Lynne Farrell @ 952.934.0376 or email | Deborah Circle
Named for the sole female judge of the Bible and courageous prophet who stood for Godly wisdom in a time when "every man did was right by his own eyes," Deborah Circle gathers for fellowship in faith and fosters strong friendships.
Meeting Space: Members' homes Meeting Time: First Tuesday of the month, 11:30am Age / Time of Life: Retired women, women aged 60-80+ Special Notes: Hostess provides dessert, attendees bring their own sandwich / lunch Contact: Nina Stark @ 952.474.8116 Lydia Circle
Lydia was the first Biblically-recorded convert to Christianity and this circle focuses on spiritual growth for its members through service to others and fellowship with each other. They do book studies, serve at the EUMC Community Lunch, listened to speakers about global travels, and more.
Meeting Space: Excelsior UMC Fireside Room Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday of the Month, 7:00pm Age / Time of Life: Working and retired women Special Notes: Often meets with Sarah Circle Contact: Kay Erickson @ 952.474.7324 Sophia Circle
Named from the Greek word for "Wisdom" and Biblical concept of God and based on the book Wisdom Circles, meetings begin with a meditation and moves on to practicing a way of relating to each other and recognizing everyone's own unique talents and abilities. Everyone is welcome.
Meeting Space: Excelsior UMC Meeting Time: 1st Thursday of the Month, 7:00pm Age / Time of Life: Everyone is welcome Special Notes: Also contact Becky Martin @ 952.380.0367 Contact: Annie Deardorff @ 952.915.6331 |
