United Church Women (UCW)

Congregation or Pastoral Charge United Church Women

Purpose

The purpose of the UCW of the congregation or pastoral charge is to unite women of the congregation for the total mission of the church and to provide a medium through which they may express their loyalty and devotion to Jesus Christ in Christian witness, study, fellowship and service.

Membership

Membership is open to any woman who is in sympathy with the Purpose and who is willing to contribute her prayers, gifts, and services for the work of the church in the world.

Life Membership

A Life Membership is available to any member whom the group may wish to honour.

Purpose

To unite the women of the congregation for the total mission of the church and to support and strengthen the work of the UCW in the local congregations of the Presbytery by providing opportunities for spiritual growth, Christian fellowship, and leadership development.

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Conference United Church Women

Purpose

• To strengthen and support the Presbyterial UCW and other groups when desired
• To provide an opportunity for spiritual growth, study and leadership development
• To maintain close ties with all Conference and National offices of the United Church of Canada

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National United Church Women

Purpose

The Purpose of the National United Church Women is to strengthen and to support the Conference United Church Women or the equivalent Conference structure, and other women's groups, when desired, in the Conference in their relationship within the United Church.