January Edition of Response

United Methodist Women: Mission in the 21st Century

January 1998

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"New Format: New Design" by Dana E. Jones

This article explores the new look of Response magazine, how every issue will have a theme, the replacement of Department pages, and the intent for the magazine. The magazine staff intends the new format to appeal to every woman as an individual with hands-on responses to articles, features of special women, and resourcing ideas with articles.

"Mission Today" by Susan Einarson

Mission Today inspires, excites, enlightens, and exhilarates women all over the United States. This article focuses on the Mission Today emphasis and its emphasis. It explores the workshops, how women are learning and reflecting on the Biblical meanings of mission, and the future of this emphasis.

"A Spiritual Center for Teens" by Kelly C. Martini

Around the nation, teen women are finding help and comfort in their young United Methodist Women units and circles. They're teaching adults about their issues and new concepts of mission, while continuing to learn about the history and what their mentors can offer. This article explores the mission of the youngest women in this organization.

"Mission On Campus" by Tara A. Wenner

Two South Carolina universities sport the honor of the first college-age United Methodist Women Units. This article shows the mission of these young women, how the Clemson Unit began, and the exciting potential for the future of these units.

"Then Came Retirement" by Laura J. Okumu

Retiring means to withdraw from action. But not in the case of these United Methodist Women. This article looks at the stories of three women who continue working very hard, when they are supposed to be slowing down. Their philosophies, their mission work, and their stories will inspire you.

"Retirement Center Is Unit's Home" by A. Victoria Hunter

United Methodist Women do not just meet at Church. The Asbury Heights Retirement Center United Methodist Women prove that. Their activities challenge those who are half their age. In mission, they make teddy bears for officials who help children involved in accidents. They work ecumenically and denominationally. Yet, these women also face unique challenges. This article tells the story.

"Field of Dreams: Wesley-Rankin Finds New Mission Partners" by Herschel Johnson

Wesley-Rankin Community Center in West Dallas displayed their grand design for a community park in the subsistent-level neighborhood. The city approved it, but did not give funds. The park did not come, until a small miracle happened. This article looks at the people who had a mission for this park, the miracle that happened for the community center, and the history of success that has accompanied it.

"Assembly 1998: Getting Ready" by Marci Gleckler

Are you packed for Assembly 1998, May 14-17, in Orlando, Florida? It's time. However, this article explores not only packing for the weather, but packing for an encounter. An encounter with a vision of mission. Marcia Gleckler explores the essential items to bring to Assembly in this article, and they do not include clothes and shoes.

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