It cannot be that the people should grow in grace unless they give themselves

to reading. A reading people will always be a knowing people. ~~John Wesley

Welcome to the UMW Reading Program!

Welcome to the UMW Reading Program!

Read 2010 - 2014 books now to participate

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Saturday, April 9, 2011

Conference loan April - May books


Disfigured - A Saudi Woman's Story (EM 2011)
Rania Al-Baz, the first woman to have a program on Saudi television was beaten by her husband. Her story sparked criticism of Saudi culture, and resulted in the first research into domestic violence, and her evolution as an activist on behalf of women.

The 51% Minority (SA 2009 BONUS BOOK)
Besides being the majority of the population, women also control the economy spending 80 percent of every discretionary dollar; and given that 54 percent of voters are female, can swing an election. Yet women still aren't treated equally to men.

Weaving a Just Future for Children
(NC 2011)
Diane Olson and Laura Dean Friedrich have provided a toolkit that weaves together justice and compassion for doing the spiritual work of child advocacy, and establishes child advocacy as a foundation for local church and community ministry.

Bless This Food (SG 2010)
Sharing food and giving thanks is a universal cultural experience, connecting people to one another. This book gathers 160 timeless mealtime blessings, prayers, and ancient traditions to use, keep and share.


Conference loan December - January books

Same Kind of Difference As Me
A Love Affair with India
Just Choose Happiness
No Turning Back