*We invite you to attend the United Women in Faith Spring Celebration *
*Sunday April 6th from 3-5pm at our church.*
*At 3pm we will gather in the Sanctuary for a worship service, followed by refreshments in fellowship hall. The guest speaker is Pastor Carolyn McCombs who serves as Executive Director of the New Destiny Family Success Center Inc.*
*Please let Pastor Ninabeth know if you are planning to attend. *
*Both men and women can attend. *
*FAQ*
*Who are the United Women in Faith?*
*https://uwfaith.org/ <uwfaith.org/>*
They believe that love in action can change the world.
*Mission Statement:* We seek to connect and nurture women through Christian spiritual formation, leadership development, creative fellowship and education so that they can inspire, influence and impact local and global communities.
*Vision:* We are a powerful, fearless force driven by God’s love and united in sisterhood. With a focus on women, children and youth, we act for justice and transform communities.
We face the realities we see in the world, even when they are not the ones we would like to see. However, our goal is not to bear witness simply to harms but also to God’s love by acting boldly to change those harms.
*Action:* Bold action, like faith, takes courage. Our bravery is inspired by God’s love and our powerful commitment to improve the lives of women, children and youth. United Women in Faith works for justice through compassionate service and advocacy to change unfair policies and systems that harm women, children and youth—from racial and gender injustice to economic inequality, climate issues and more.
*Who is the Guest speaker?*
Pastor Carolyn McCombs serves as Executive Director of the New Destiny Family Success Center Inc.. Pastor Carolyn became involved with NDFSC during its infancy as the 5th Ward Collaborative.
Her background as a mother of two young adults, Pastor, County Jail Chaplain, Chair of the Workforce Investment Board Faith Based Committee, Senior Marketing manager for large corporations such as Sony, AT&T and Chubb & Son have prepared her well for her current role. She has over 14 years experience as a Non-profit Executive functioning in various roles as a Development Director, Program Director, and Strategic Planner.
She says that her work at the NDFSC is both invigorating and rewarding as she has the privilege of watching others achieve their dreams. Pastor McCombs holds a B.A. degree in Spanish/Communications and an M.B.A. in Marketing/Finance from Rutgers University.
*What does New Destiny Family Success Center do?*
newdestinyfsc.org/what-we-do/
*Family Success Centers (FSCs)* serve as “one-stop” hubs, offering comprehensive resources and support to families before they reach a crisis point. New Destiny supports over 1,500 families each year, fostering stronger, more resilient communities.
*The Passaic County Council for Young Children (PCCYC)* is dedicated to strengthening partnerships between parents, families, and local community stakeholders, including health providers, early care and education professionals, family support services, and other essential resource
*Go F.A.R. (Fathers Advancing and Reconnecting),* a name chosen by the fathers leading and participating in the program. Go F.A.R. is a free, father-led program designed by dads, for fathers and father-figures, fostering connection, growth, and empowerment.
*New Destiny Family Success Center (NDFSC)* collaborates with Paterson Public Schools at the Senator Frank R. Lautenberg Community School (School #6) and Eastside High School to create a supportive, student-focused learning environment. This collaboration ensures a holistic approach to education, fostering student achievement and family engagement.
*Mobile Senior Success Center Initiative*
New Destiny utilizes the philosophies, values and beliefs of the Family Success Center Practice model to develop and implement programming centered around the needs of senior families residing in six of Paterson Housing Authority’s public housing senior sites. Key components include implementation of the “protective factors” offered through holistic programming focused on social/emotional health, enrichment and community engagement.
*The Healthy Women Healthy Families (HWHF)* Initiative works toward improving maternal and infant health outcomes for women of childbearing age and their families, while reducing racial, ethnic and economic disparities in those outcomes through a collaborative coordinated community driven approach through the use of Community Health Workers and Central Intake Hubs.
*The Restorative & Transformative Justice (RTJ) Dream Center Hub* is committed to supporting youth, emerging adults, and families affected by the juvenile justice system. Through a collaborative and restorative approach, the RTJ Dream Center Hub empowers participants to heal, grow, and reimagine a future full of possibilities and hope. Serving the Paterson community, the RTJ Dream Center Hub offers comprehensive, wraparound services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals ages 14-26, fostering personal growth, reconciliation, and lasting transformation.
Blessings, Nicole Force Administrative Assistant United Methodist Church 99 Parish Drive Wayne, NJ 07470 973-694-3260
