United Methodist Women
UMW Reading Program
The purpose of the Reading Program is to encourage United Methodist Women members:
• to expand understanding of and participation in God’s mission;
• to increase sensitivity to all human beings — their needs, interests and concerns;
• to encourage critical thinking about issues facing humanity today;
• to grow in understanding of Scripture as it relates to Christian faith in contemporary life;
• to enhance self-knowledge and to act from that knowledge; and
• to strengthen involvement in local and global Christian mission.
United Methodist Women recommends a diverse range of books with the intention of broadening exposure to a variety of concepts. United Methodist Women does not intend that readers accept each word or idea contained within each volume. Some books you may agree with. Some you may not. Either is all right. United Methodist Women cares and wants you to be a knowledgeable and caring Christian about current issues.