THE PRESIDENT S MESSAGE

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I remind you of our theme this year The Power of Bold. What a great season to celebrate this BOLDNESS during the spring, which is about renewal and growth!

The Atlanta Marietta District has been very active putting Faith, Hope and Love in Action!

1 Atlanta Marietta District United Methodist Women Newsletter Spring 2018 THE PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Tamara Askew So If the old way, which has been replaced, was glorious, how much more glorious is the new, which remains forever! Since his new way gives us such confidence, we can be very bold 2 Corinthians 3:11-12 (NLT). I am so enriched by this message in this verse! I remind you of our theme this year The Power of Bold. What a great season to celebrate this BOLDNESS during the spring, which is about renewal and growth! I pray to see you at Assembly this year so that we can celebrate what God has done and will do in the excitement of United Methodist Women. The Atlanta Marietta District has been very active putting Faith, Hope and Love in Action! We have many notable events this year starting with our Mission Study, Living as a Covenant Community, led by Mary Ann Brannon. Thank you East Cobb United Methodist Women for hosting this event. Bethany United Methodist Women hosted the North Georgia Conference United Methodist Women, Faith, Fun, and Everyone Event, with our special guest, National President, Shannon Priddy. What an honor to hear her message around working together and bringing in more BOLD women to fulfill our purpose. Beth Clark was our speaker for our Lenten Day Apart Service, what a spiritual time of worship. Thank you Leland Qwest United Methodist Women for hosting this event.

I have been mediating and praying on the message our National President, Shannon Priddy so purposeful delivered at the Faith, Fun, and Everyone Event.

2 I have been mediating and praying on the message our National President, Shannon Priddy so purposeful delivered at the Faith, Fun, and Everyone Event. Her message that she shared with me personally and all the other women was to share your United Methodist Women journey with other women. As I reflect on her challenge, I thought to myself Yes why not. We are living testimonials on how United Methodist Women has given us the opportunity to fulfill our purpose for Women, Children and Youth everywhere. You never know what your journey can do for other women, so let s BOLDY journey TOGETHER as we share our stories to other women and pray that they join us in putting Faith, Love and Hope in Action. Please remember to review our calendar of events and if your unit or church has any events you would like for us to attend please let us know! We would love to fellowship with you! Peace and Love my Sisters in Christ, Tamara Askew AMAR District President amarumw@outlook.com

In This Issue The President s Message UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Are Bold and Confident in 2018 "So if the old way, which has been replaced, was glorious, how much more glorious is the new, which remains

2 Corinthians 3:11, 12 2018 Theme & UMW Purpose SAVE-THE-DATES Letters from our Officers Book Review The Red Zone Reports & Updates UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Faith - Hope - Love in Action Our Purpose

3 In This Issue The President s Message UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Are Bold and Confident in 2018 "So if the old way, which has been replaced, was glorious, how much more glorious is the new, which remains forever! Since his new way gives us such confidence, we can be very bold. 2 Corinthians 3:11, Theme & UMW Purpose SAVE-THE-DATES Letters from our Officers Book Review The Red Zone Reports & Updates UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Faith - Hope - Love in Action Our Purpose The organized unit of United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose PURPOSE is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop and create supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participations in the global ministries of the church. District Mission Study Faith, Fun and Everyone Lenten Day Apart

AMAR DISTRICT 2018 EVENTS ` United Methodist Women Save -The - Dates April Hands on Mission Project April - June April 22, 2018 (Sunday) Finance and Acworth UMC, 2:00 PM Executive Annual Meeting

4 AMAR DISTRICT 2018 EVENTS ` United Methodist Women Save -The - Dates April Hands on Mission Project April - June April 22, 2018 (Sunday) Finance and Acworth UMC, 2:00 PM Executive Annual Meeting August 5, 2018 (Sunday) Finance and Waleska UMC, 2:00 PM Executive Annual Meeting October 14, 2018 (Sunday) AMAR UMW Marietta FUMC, 2:30 PM District Annual Meeting November 10, 2018 (Sunday) District Leadership Powers Ferry UMC, 9:00 AM and Executive Meeting 2018 North GA Conferene UMW Schedule May United Methodist Women Assembly, Columbus, OH June NGC Annual Conference, Classic Center Athens, GA June 13 UMW Breakfast, Classic Center Athens, Ga July Mission U, Georgia Baptist Conference Center, Toccoa, GA October 6 United Methodist Women Annual Meeting, Rome 1 st, Rome, GA November 3 Leadership Development, Johns Creek UMC, Johns Creek, GA

Sandie Czosek Greetings Sisters, My name is Sandie Czosek and I attend St. Andrew s United Methodist in Marietta; affectionately known as The Pumpkin Church.

I am the Vice-President of the AMAR District UMW. I do not know about you, but for me this year is speeding by! Guess what time it is?

Please pray and consider a meeting or event you would love for your church to host!

5 Sandie Czosek Greetings Sisters, My name is Sandie Czosek and I attend St. Andrew s United Methodist in Marietta; affectionately known as The Pumpkin Church. I have been there about thirty years; currently in The Ruth Circle. I have two grown children and two wonderful grandsons. I am the Vice-President of the AMAR District UMW. I do not know about you, but for me this year is speeding by! Guess what time it is? It s time to work on our District s 2019 Calendar. This is one essential item we re going to work on at our April s Executive Team Meeting. Please pray and consider a meeting or event you would love for your church to host!! I HOPE to fill as many dates as we can at our next meeting on April 22 nd, at Acworth United Methodist Church. If you have any questions or want to get in touch with, just give me a (770) or skcz@comcast.net. I will be glad to help! Love, Sandie Proverbs 4:23 Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.

Greetings, Beginning my new position as Treasurer this year has awarded me with new friendships and new insights on what we as United Methodist Women are doing to give support to each other here and

Remittances should be completed prior to the end of the 3 rd Quarter which is March 31 st. Thank you to all of our Unit Treasurers as well as all the Units they serve.

children and youth of their day. Every new gift to the Legacy Fund on the Day of Giving will be matched by 50 percent. This means that every new $20.

Did you know that when we reach our goal of $60 million dollars we will be able to sustain Administrative costs with the interest alone!

6 Greetings, Beginning my new position as Treasurer this year has awarded me with new friendships and new insights on what we as United Methodist Women are doing to give support to each other here and around the world! Our 3 rd Quarter Remittance is just a few weeks away! Remember to check off your Five Areas of Giving as well as Candle burning in order to achieve a Five Star Plus Status. Remittances should be completed prior to the end of the 3 rd Quarter which is March 31 st. Thank you to all of our Unit Treasurers as well as all the Units they serve. MARCH 23, Day of Giving gifts go to the Legacy Fund, a permanent endowment that will support the mission outreach of future generations of United Methodist Women as they address the needs of women, children and youth of their day. Every new gift to the Legacy Fund on the Day of Giving will be matched by 50 percent. This means that every new $20.00 gift to the Legacy Fund made on the Day of Giving will be matched by $10.00, increasing the gift by 50 percent. Did you know that when we reach our goal of $60 million dollars we will be able to sustain Administrative costs with the interest alone! We will use 100 percent of all donations to help women and children around the world! Your contributions will help United Methodist Women continue well into the future. Have you seen the new 50 Anniversary Legacy necklace or pin? What a great way to show someone you love and support them while contributing directly to the Legacy Fund! I look forward to seeing you all soon! Blessings and Hugs, Ada Bretti AMAR District UMW Treasurer Ada.umw@gmail.com Ada Bretti

Spiritual Growth Jana Climer I joined a Disciple Four class in August of 2017. One of the lessons we studied was about the death and burial of Jesus.

The lesson was a powerful and moving study optimized because its timing fell in the Lenten season. One name that jumped out to me was Joseph of Arimathea.

7 Spiritual Growth Jana Climer I joined a Disciple Four class in August of One of the lessons we studied was about the death and burial of Jesus. It was a synopsis of the four gospels and showed the different accounts of each author s recognition of the events related to Jesus death and burial. The lesson was a powerful and moving study optimized because its timing fell in the Lenten season. One name that jumped out to me was Joseph of Arimathea. He is mentioned in all four of the gospels and has many attributes. He is said to be: a rich man; a prominent, voting, member of the Sanhedrin; a man waiting for the kingdom of God; and a good and upright man. In John s Gospel we are told that Joseph of Arimathea was a secret disciple because he was afraid of the Jewish leaders. Can you imagine how he felt during Jesus agonizing death? After Jesus execution Joseph went BOLDLY to Pilate to have Jesus body released to him. Crucifixions are a slow painful death but Jesus death lasted about three hours. The time was so short that Pilate had his soldier find out if Jesus was already dead. Joseph made a public stand both to the Jewish and Roman leaders by taking possession of Jesus body. After Joseph got Jesus body he and Nicodemus prepared it for burial by using about 75 to 100 pounds of myrrh and aloe. The two of them wrapped the body with spices in strips of linen. Joseph and Nicodemus made a public stand to prepare Jesus body for burial. Joseph and Nicodemus placed Jesus body in Joseph s new hewn tomb which fulfilled the scripture Isaiah 53:9 states: He was assigned a grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his death, though he had done no violence, nor was any deceit found in his mouth. Here again Joseph made a public stand placing Jesus in his personal tomb.

Joseph of Arimathea went from being a silent disciple afraid of the Jewish leaders to a man who went BOLDLY before Pilate asking for Jesus body, preparing the body for burial, and placing Jesus body

History tells us that Joseph of Arimathea was a rich merchant of metal. This would explain how Joseph got an audience with Pilate.

8 Joseph of Arimathea went from being a silent disciple afraid of the Jewish leaders to a man who went BOLDLY before Pilate asking for Jesus body, preparing the body for burial, and placing Jesus body in his personal tomb. He gave up his position in the Sanhedrin and threw off his cloak of secrecy to become a dedicated public disciple of Christ and God used him to fulfill Old Testament scripture. History tells us that Joseph of Arimathea was a rich merchant of metal. This would explain how Joseph got an audience with Pilate. It is thought by some Bible historians that Joseph was the uncle of Mary, Jesus mother, and that would also explain why Jesus body was released to him. After, Jesus death Joseph is thought to preach the gospel in England with Phillip, Mary Magdalena, Lazarus and others. Historical records report that 8,000 converts were baptized in one day. It is also thought that he built at least one church in England. We can glean a lot from Joseph of Arimathea as United Methodist Women this 2018 year. Our motto is the Power of BOLD with faith, hope, and love in action. As we serve God this year we can pray for the BOLDNESS of Joseph of Arimathea when we take our stand for Jesus Christ as our savior and Lord. Arimathea.htm Jana Climer AMAR District UMW Spiritual Growth Coordinator

Evelynn Herring February was a very busy time for Smyrna First UMW.

from the UMW and took them to Delmar Assisted Living on February

We were Ushers and had speakers for all three services.

Sandra Clarke, Evelynn Herring, Karen Harvil, Dana DeSandro, Linda

9 Evelynn Herring February was a very busy time for Smyrna First UMW. For Valentine s Day we made 80 bags of candy with valentine cards from the UMW and took them to Delmar Assisted Living on February 18 we celebrated United Methodist Women's day. We were Ushers and had speakers for all three services. Karen Harvil spoke at the 8:45 service and Maryanne Edwards spoke at the 8:55 and 11:00 Services. From left to right: Dyan Pruitt, Conney Beasley, Shirley Stewart, Sandra Clarke, Evelynn Herring, Karen Harvil, Dana DeSandro, Linda Porter Linda Smith and Debby Gilbert Evelynn Herring, Dana DeSandro, Maryanne Edwards, Jenifer Young, Robin Berger, Stephanie Malhotra

99% of the rest of us. Book Review by: Edna Felmlee St. Andrew UMC BORN ON THIRD BASE means when you are born, you do not have to bat to get on base.

10 Born On Third Base by Chuck Collins Social Action 2018 Chuck Collins' narrative of being a one percenter will surprise many readers. Collins is the great grandson of the Oscar Meyer meat company founder, at the age of 26, Chuck Collins gave away his inheritance to four different charities who help those less fortunate, which is 99% of the rest of us. Book Review by: Edna Felmlee St. Andrew UMC BORN ON THIRD BASE means when you are born, you do not have to bat to get on base. Just by being born into riches, you are on third base without having to hit the ball. In Collins view, many of the rich sons, daughters and grandchildren think and act like they actually played the game and hit the triple that put them on third base. The narrative attempts to explain why it is the responsibility of the one percenters to give back to the other 99% since gains were often made through public policies and tax loopholes. Collins shows us how everyday aspects of our lives actually perpetuate inequality. He describes ways to apply ourselves to the common good. He profiles many who have applied themselves to his focus and becoming happier in doing so.

11 Born On Third Base by Chuck Collins Social Action 2018 Collins describes the polarization of the war between the 1% who have 90% of the wealth with the 99% who share the remaining 10%. The war of the powerful few against the many is affecting our society and our world. He asks "do we want to live in an economic apartheid?" All evidence now suggests that too much inequality is bad for everyone even the superrich. This inequality will led to the demise of democracy. Collins writes his narrative for two audiences. First for the 1-5% of the planets wealth holders. It is an appeal to our real self-interests as these severe inequalities are bad for everyone. He urges the ones percenters to take responsibility and pay their fair share of taxes and to make investments in the United States which will broaden the wealth for everyone. The other audience must find allies among the reachable wealthy. We must find ways to engage the 1% to become partners transforming the future for everyone. This book is divided into sections which describe how the inequality can be rectified. Collins shares his personal journey as he travels across America speaking to diverse audiences. You will enjoy sharing his journey as you travel with him!

12 AMAR United Methodist Women joined in the fight against Human Trafficking Red Zone Fact The International Labor Organization estimates that there are 20.9 million victims of human trafficking globally, with hundreds of thousands in the United States. The victims of this crime in the U.S. are men and women, adults and children, and foreign nationals and U.S. citizens.

On February 8 th Marietta FUMC UMW hosted an evening of both delightful and moving

14 On February 8 th Marietta FUMC UMW hosted an evening of both delightful and moving presentations to benefit Wellspring Living, which provides support to women who have been exploited. Wellspring Living's Mary Frances Bowley headlined the event, and the Georgia Tech Glee Club provided entertainment. Among the other highlights were the table decor contest as well as the church's men lending a hand as waiters. Wellspring Living's Mary Frances Bowley The Gumdrop Tree Table took Top Honors One of many tables that crowded the Family Life Hall at Marietta FUMC.

United Methodist Women at Bethany UMC grieve the loss of our dear sister and friend, Diane Roberts on January 29, 2018.

15 United Methodist Women at Bethany UMC grieve the loss of our dear sister and friend, Diane Roberts on January 29, She has served in many areas and was serving as our Vice President again this year. Bethany UMW was excited to host the North GA Conference UMW Nurture & Outreach Faith, Fun, and Everyone on March 10,2018. Shannon Priddy was our keynote speaker for the event. Two members of Bethany UMW attended the Mission study, Living in a Covenant Community at E Cobb UMC. We also plan to attend the Interfaith Children s Movement at Tillman UMC in March. Circle Reports: Edna McGrady took items to MUST in December. Joymakers took gifts to Murphy Harpst in December. They also gave $ to UMCOR and $ to the Legacy Funds. Lamplighters took gifts to Sweetwater Mission in January. They will feed MUST in April. Sundowners took gifts to Cobb Street Ministries in January. Joymakers, Lamplighters and Sundowners have sent cards and gifts to our college students. They also send uplifting cards to our shut-in friends. We sand 2018 to be a great year for the AMAR. Sandra Crowe & Louise Young Co-Presidents Bethany UMW, Smyrna, Ga

As they explored major covenants throughout the Bible, they discovered that covenantal living calls us to acts of mercy and

16 The AMAR United Methodist Women joined together on February 10 th at East Cobb UMW for the AMAR District mission study of Living as a Covenant Community lead by Mary Ann Brannon. As they explored major covenants throughout the Bible, they discovered that covenantal living calls us to acts of mercy and justice, not only with those in our community, but with all-regardless of their social, political, financial, or religious standing. Through covenantal living, we are connected to God, others, and the whole creation.

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The North Georgia Conference United Methodist Women held Faith, Fun and Everyone on March 10, 2018. Bethany UMC joyfully hosted the event.

Shannon encouraged us as United Methodist Women to share our testimony and faith with those around us. Shannon reminded us that as United Methodist Women we do not serve alone!

19 The North Georgia Conference United Methodist Women held Faith, Fun and Everyone on March 10, Bethany UMC joyfully hosted the event. We were honored to have The President of National United Methodist Women Shannon Priddy as the Key Note speaker. Shannon shared her passion to reach every woman and share the good news of the gospel. Shannon encouraged us as United Methodist Women to share our testimony and faith with those around us. Shannon reminded us that as United Methodist Women we do not serve alone! That as United Methodist Women we can do great things when we step out in Bold Faith and reach out to those in need! Cindi Lee Hicks and AMAR District UMW President Tamara Askew proudly serving the women at the registration table during Faith, Fun and Everyone. National UMW President Shannon Priddy talking with Ariel Murphy; who is our youngest member of United Methodist Women at Faith, Fun and Everyone

20 National UMW President Shannon Priddy & AMAR District UMW Treasurer Ada Bretti AMAR District Communications Coordinator Julie Hatcher with NGA Conference UMW President Tryphenia Speed A little Selfie Action at Faith, Fun and Everyone!

AMAR District United Methodist Women Lenten Day Apart Service AMAR District United Methodist Women held Lenten

AMAR District United Methodist Women joined together in fellowship to honor God and each other while preparing

Beth brought a dynamic message to the United Methodist Women reminding us that our empowerment comes from The

Pastor Phillip Armstrong of Leland QWEST UMC giving the benediction.

21 AMAR District United Methodist Women Lenten Day Apart Service AMAR District United Methodist Women held Lenten Day Apart Service on March 18, Leland QWEST UMC graciously hosted the event. AMAR District United Methodist Women joined together in fellowship to honor God and each other while preparing their hearts for service through the Easter season. Beth Clarke from St. Andrew UMC was the Key note speaker. Beth brought a dynamic message to the United Methodist Women reminding us that our empowerment comes from The Holy Spirit of God and we can be BOLD in our lives with Christ. Pastor Phillip Armstrong of Leland QWEST UMC giving the benediction. Key Note Speaker Beth Clarke with Jana Climer, AMAR District UMW President Tamara Askew Shannon Holt, Carolyn Wilson, Jana Climer, Carol Haisten, Beth Clarke, Ada Bretti Every woman is welcome at the table of United Methodist Women

22 From our Hearts to Yours - AMAR District United Methodist Women Officers

PRESIDENT S MESSAGE December, 2017

PRESIDENT S MESSAGE December, 2017 Greetings Atlanta Marietta United Methodist Women, Isaiah 9:6 says for a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders;