United Women in Faith

Mission:  “United Women in Faith (a new name for United Methodist Women) the PURPOSE is to be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ, to develop a creative, supportive fellowship, and to expand concepts of mission through participation in global ministries of the church. All women are invited to be a part of this Christian Fellowship.

The United Methodist Women meet the first Wednesday of each month at 1:00 p.m.  (unless noted differently).  This is a great organization providing a lot of excellent services to our church.  All women of our church and their friends are invited to join This is a great organization providing a lot of excellent services to our church.

2025 Meeting Dates

  • Wednesday, January 8th, 1:00 p.m. Program “Call to Prayer & Self Denial 2025”  “Bold Women Transforming Communities”  Presented by:  Annabelle Glesenkamp & Myrna Rennison, No Refreshments
  • Wednesday, February 5th, 1:00 p.m. Program “Havana District 126 Schools” Presented by:  Andrea Lee, Superintendent.   Hostess: Pastor Carol & Judy Roch
  • Wednesday, March 5th, 1:00 p.m. Program “Barner’s Butcher Block” Presented by Clinton Barner Owner. Hostess: Myrna Rennison
  • Wednesday, April 2rd, 1:00 p.m. Program “Preparation for Spring Banquet & Easter Gift Bags for shut-ins”.  Hostess:  Ruth Anne Beaty
  • Saturday, April 26th, 6:30 p.m. Annual Spring Banquet
  • Wednesday, May 7th, 1:00 p.m. Program “Making Stained Glass Decorations from the Havana Church-Stained Glass Windows” by:  Judy Hofreiter and Pastor Carol.  Hostesses:  Judy Hofreiter, Annabelle Glesenkamp & Sharon Daniel
  • Wednesday, June 4th, 1:00 p.m. Field Trip to Manito Lodge.  Program “Acorn Ceremony” by Pastor Carol Stufflebeam.  Hostesses:  Marla Ford & Mary Hughes
  • July NO MEETING
  • Wednesday, August 6th, 6:30 p.m. Potluck and Program “Court appointed Special Advocates for Children” Presented by Brittany Durst, Case Manager.  Hostesses:  Unit Members
  • Wednesday, September 3rd, 1:00 p.m. Program “Fall Decorations & Entertaining Ideas” Presented by Julie Morissette, owner of Gisela’s Haus.  Hostess:  Ruth Anne Beaty
  • Wednesday, October 1st 1:00 p.m. Program “2026 Pledge Services & Thanksgiving Offering” by Ruth Anne Beaty. Hostesses Mary Layton & Beverly McKenna
  • Wednesday, November 5th, 1:00 p.m. Program “Bring a toy for Toy Give Away & Items for Shut-In Bags” Hostess: Myrna Rennison
  • Wednesday, December 3rd at Noon Location TBA White Elephant Gift Exchange. Transportation will be provided for anyone needing a ride.

2024 Meeting Dates

  • Wednesday, February 7th, 1:00 p.m. Program “Fire Safety”, Presented by Fire Chief, Matt Fleige – Hostess: Myrna Rennison
  • Wednesday, February 7th, 1:00 p.m. Program “Rehabilitation Services at Mason District Hospital by Marcy Ganson, Rehabilitation Services Director – Hostess: Judy Hofreiter
  • Wednesday, April 3rd, 1:00 p.m. Program “Havana Collectables” by Scott Williams – Hostess: Ruth Anne Beaty
  • Wednesday, May 1st, 1:00 p.m. Program “Preparation for Spring Banquet” – Hostess: Pastor Carol Stufflebeam
  • Saturday, May 4th, 6:00 p.m. Annual Spring Banquet
  • Wednesday, June 5th, 1:00 p.m. Program “The Changes at the District Level” by Linda Allen, VP of the new West District – Hostesses: Marla Ford and Mary Hughes
  • July NO MEETING
  • Wednesday, August 7th, 6:30 p.m. Potluck and Program “Ronald McDonald House Presented by Kate Alsup, House Director. Babysitter provided.
  • Wednesday, September 4th, 1:00 p.m. Program “Cricket DIY Decorations” Presented by Marla Ford & Mary Hughes. Hostesses: Annabelle Glesenkamp & Phyllis Hedden
  • Wednesday, October 2nd, 1:00 p.m. Program “Medicare Open Enrollment” by Nate Turner , and “2025 Pledge Services” by Ruth Anne Beaty. Hostesses Mary Layton & Beverly McKenna
  • Wednesday, November 6th, 1:00 p.m. Program “Havana Park District” by Grace Mott, Thank Offering, Christmas Gift Bags for Shut-Ins and bring a toy for Toy Give Away – Hostess: Myrna Rennison
  • Wednesday, December 4th at Noon at Broadgauge in Petersburg, IL. White Elephant Gift Exchange. Transportation will be provided for anyone needing a ride.