Area congregations provide the food and people to serve it on a rotating basis. Church of the Cross provides this service about four times per year. United Methodist Women is a group who are united by their common interest and support of missions throughout the world. Their particular focus is mission with women and children. At Church of the Cross, the UMW carries out its purpose through small groups called circles.
Circles meet monthly to study, worship, work and fellowship together.
Once each quarter the entire unit meets for a special program. Times of the meetings vary to accommodate women at home and women employed outside the home. Any woman who is interested in the mission of the church is invited to join a circle. Stephen Ministers offer a listening ear and supportive shoulder during these times of need. Stephen Ministers are required to complete a 50-hour intensive training course before being assigned to a care receiver.