Society of John Wesley About the Society

______In 1982 the directors of the United Methodist The Society of Name of individual Men Foundation established the Society of John Wesley as a means of recognizing those ______who exemplify the characteristics of John John Wesley Street Address / P.O. Box Wesley. These characteristics are best seen through service to fellow men and women and ______commitment to the teachings of the Christian City, State, Zip faith. John Wesley called together such peo- ple to form “The Holy Club.” These men with varying talents and skills contributed to the rapid growth and spiritual enrichment of early If this is a recognition, please indicate to Methodism. whom recognition materials should be sent: For more information, contact the UMM ______Foundation at (615) 340-7145, or visit the website Name at: www.ummfoundation.org or www.gcumm.org. ______Street Address / P.O. Box

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DISTINGUISHED Please send this form with a check for $1,000 payable to: RECOGNITION

UMM Foundation PO Box 340006 UNITED METHODIST Nashville, TN 37203-0006 MEN FOUNDATION (615) 340-7145 The Society of How to Become a Fellow in Contributions John Wesley the Society of John Wesley A gift of $1,000 to the UMM Foundation enables one to become a fellow in the Society of John Wesley. This gift is used by There are two ways a person can become a he Society of John Wesley is a fellow- the foundation to support the ministries of fellow in the Society of John Wesley: ship of individuals committed to the the foundation including scouting, the support and expansion of United Upper Room Prayer Line, and men’s evan- T a) Join the society by personally making Methodist Men’s ministries. gelism. a $1,000 gift to the foundation, or Fellows in the Society of John Wesley are If you are recognizing someone for their con- b) Recognize someone who has given known by their witness, vision and stewardship tributions to the ministry of the church, the Christian leadership to the ministry of that enhance and strengthen the mission and gift may come from an individual, a UMM the United Methodist Church over an ministry of the church. The society was created fellowship, or as a fund raiser in the hon- extended period of time. by the United Methodist Men Foundation to oree’s name. promote greater awareness of the Christian principles and practices embodied in the Individuals do not need to be United church. Methodists to join or be recognized. Recognition

Each John Wesley fellow will receive an Potential Recipients embossed plaque and a lapel pin provided by The United Methodist the UMM Foundation. Please provide a suitable ceremony for the presentation of Men Foundation Suggestions of who might be recognized: the recognition.

The mission of the UMM Foundation is to United Methodist men provide financial support for evangelism, mission and spiritual life ministries to men and youth in United Methodist women the United Methodist Church through endowed Pastors funds. The foundation was created in 1981 by District superintendents the National Association of Conference Bishops Presidents of UMM to endow scouting ministry, Scout leaders prayer ministry and evangelism. Youth leaders Conference leaders Leaders of other faith communities Anyone who has influenced your Christian walk.