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Do you want to get involved? 
Do you want to get to know more women? 
Do you want to learn more? 
Do you want to make a difference?
Do you want to have fun?

We want to provide a variety of opportunities for fellowship, faith growth and support. 

All women are invited to join us for any of our events.  Call the office if you have any questions.
 

"Women Together Making a Difference"

Ladies' Night Out! 

All women are invited to this special gathering,  held usually on the first Monday of each month.  We meet at 6:30pm at a local restaurant for food and fellowship.  At the dinner, the next month's destination is planned.  If you need a ride or want to carpool, just call the office.

The next Ladies' Night Out is MON, March 1st at the Spaghetti Factory, Clackamas Promenade. Call the office if you need a ride.

The "Munch Bunch"

This group of women meet, usually on 2nd Tuesdays at 11am, to share in food and fellowship!   They gather either at a local restaurant or in the hostess's home.  And you are welcome to join in the fellowship and fun!  Call the office for the location and to RSVP.
 

Other Upcoming Events

Pancake Supper, Wed, Feb 17, 6pm.  
This annual dinner is sponsored by the Women's Retreat alumni with proceeds going to help offset retreat costs and to provide scholarships.

"Undie Sunday", March 21.  Women's Ministries is sponsoring this special clothing drive and asking everyone to bring new packages of children's socks and underwear.  These items will be donated to the Clackamas Women's Services for families in shelters.  To learn more about the Clackamas Women's Services, visit their website at www.cwsor.org.

"Out and About", a June Saturday (TBA).  A new group of adventurers is being formed that will go on local field trips to visit parks and gardens, attend movies and events and a variety of other places of interest.  If you want to join in the fun, call the office or just watch for more information.

Fashion Trunk Sale
Sat, March 6, 10am-4pm

Spread the word!  Invite your friends!
Browse through the like-new, gently used women's clothing & accessories.
 
Everything is only $2, $4, or $6! 

Proceeds will benefit the Women's Ministries activities and events of OCUMC.  Items not purchased will be donated to "Dress for Success" - an organization helping women to
re-enter the work force.

Do you have items you could donate?  Look through your closets and donate your like-new and gently used women’s clothing and accessories.  Please bring in your items, clean and wrinkle-free, to the church starting Sun, February 21st and before Wed, March 3rd.
 

Take-A-Look Book Nook in April!

Through the month of April, on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings, you will have an opportunity to browse the Book Nook located at the back of the Worship Center.  You can purchase gently used books, movies and CD's and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea.  Proceeds will benefit the Women's Ministries.

Do you have gently used books (hard-bound or paperback), movies (VHS or DVD) or music CD's that you would like to donate?  Save them for this special sale.  Your donations will be accepted starting on Wednesday, March 17th. 

A portion of the proceeds will go to purchase children's and women's books for the Clackamas Women's Services from their recommended list.

Spring Tea
Sat, May 8, 1-2:30pm

A special event for
ladies of all ages! 

Our special guest speaker will be Cyrilla Gleason, a certified expert in the art of "tea"!  She will offer a humorous talk about in the "ins and outs" of proper tea etiquette that will entertain us all - from the youngest lady to the most mature.

And, of course, we will have many surprises for all!  So save that date on your calendar!

Tickets - $5 for women, girls will be free!
 

2010 Fall Women's Retreat
November 5 - 7!  

We will again go to the Christian Renewal Center Retreat in Silverton, located near the Silver Creek Falls State Park.  You can check out their website at www.christianrenewalcenter.org.

You will have even more options this year. 

You can attend for a short weekend - Friday evening through Saturday afternoon.  You can stay for the whole weekend - Friday evening through Sunday afternoon.  Or you can just come for the Saturday luncheon and program. 

Be watching for more details!
 

2009 Christmas Tea
Sat, December 19, 11am - 1pm

All ladies are invited to celebrate the Christmas Season with us! 

Join us for tea & treats and  a carol sing. 
Bring an ornament to put on the tree for exchange and your prettiest teacup and saucer to sip your tea. 

This special event will be held at the Clackamas Banquet Center, 15815 82nd Drive (by Denny’s) in Clackamas. 

Reservations will be required - $10.  Rides from the church will be arranged.
 

 

Women’s Day

“Take Time for Yourself”

Sat, January 23; 10am-12noon

 

Join us at the church for a morning of fun, fellowship and a tasty brunch! 

 

Then we’ll hear from some women of our church who will be encouraging us to love, value and take care of ourselves.

And be ready for some special surprises!