Women s organizations have become much more structured. In the early years spending was based upon money on hand. Now, a formal budget is adopted at the beginning of each year and every effort is made to accomplish all the projects and programs decided upon, following Conference and District guidelines. United Methodist Women has its own charter and by-laws. Today, it is much more difficult to recruit officers and leaders.
Many reasons are understandable.
Young women and mothers in particular, are bombarded by pressures from involvement in activities outside the church. There is little time for any one thing. Every woman from a variety of experiences and background, with diverse interests, skills, and expertise are welcome. Diversity of membership helps each unit grow into one that truly lives out the purpose of United Methodist Women. In a church the size of Epworth, there should be a sufficient number of women who would want to accept the challenge of serving in this Christian organization and, if not to take on the role of an officer, attend regularly to boost the spirit of those who do.