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FROM Jill Krone, Director of Communications, First UMC Henderson, Texas
(Longview District) -
First United Methodist Church, located at 204 North Marshall,
Henderson, Texas 75652, invites you to experience hope, peace, joy, and love
this Christmas. Come, experience Jesus! Experience worship with First
United Methodist Church of Henderson, Texas.
Advent, 2005 *** Expect the Unexpected
The birth of Jesus Christ unexpectedly transformed the lives of
those who experienced it! Experience the wonder and awe of the season and
be transformed by the expectation of His coming!
Sunday, December 18, 5 pm - Church Family Caroling Party &
Covered-dish Dinner
We will gather for food and fellowship before sharing carols & God's
love with local shut-ins.
Saturday, December 24, 5 pm - Christmas Eve Service
Experience anew the wonder and miracle of God's presence as we share
in the
ever-new story of Christ's birth.
Blessing of the Gifts: Like a special gift, our Christmas day
worship service at 10 am, holds the possibility of great joy and wonder. As
a part of this service, we invite every child to bring to church one
gift that they received, for a special time of blessing. We look forward
to sharing this worship service with you.
Sunday, December 25, 10 am - Christmas Day Worship
Gather with friends and family as we celebrate and give thanks for
our most
treasured Christmas gift-Jesus Christ!

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FROM Frode Gundersen, Marvin UMC
You are all invited to the following special music offering at Marvin
UMC:
Sunday, Dec. 18 (8:30 & 10:55 a.m. traditional services)
A CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA!
featuring the Rose City Brass Quintet & Marvin Chancel Choir
Hear these two groups perform arrangements of holiday favorites.

FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
St. Paul's UMC, Houston, will hold a Children's Candlelight Service in
the Sanctuary at 4:30 p .m. this Sunday, December 18. The children will
lead the service, including music from the Children's Choirs, a live
nativity, scripture reading, carol singing, and the lighting of
individual candles.

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FROM Jill Krone, Director of Communications, First UMC Henderson, Texas
(Longview District) -
"2 Moms" Featured in Upcoming Conference: Sharon Lovejoy Autry and
Laurie
Lovejoy Hilliard will be at Henderson First UMC on Monday, January 23,
2006, at 7 pm, as part of the "Mom...and Loving It!" Conference. These
2 Moms, both authors, speakers and singers, are credited with
inspiring moms of all ages to find contentment in REAL life!
Topics include 1) finding contentment in Real life, 2) passing on a
heritage of fun and faith, 3) growing in love with your difficult child,
4) what memories you are making, and 5) precious in His sight: reaching
the heart of your child. Tickets are available at the
church office for $10 each. Consider giving the gift of a ticket this
Christmas to all of the women in your life! (First UMC Henderson, Texas,
903.657.6588)

FROM Judy Gober, Cypress UMC
"This Day - How is it With Your Soul?" Please join us for the Texas
Conference Christian Educators Fellowship Annual Retreat, January 17 -
19, 2006 at Lakeview Conference Center. Our retreat leaders will be Rev.
Susan Keirn Kester and Rev. Mary E. Tumulty. Please contact Judy
Gober, jgober@cypress-umc.org, 281-469-0730 x 214, for registration
information.

FROM Rev. Thomas (Tom) W. Daugherty
Attention all appointees to Extension Ministry in the Texas Annual
Conference! Please MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The annual meeting with Bishop
Janice Riggle Huie, as provided for in the Book of Discipline, has been
scheduled for April 4, 2006. The meeting will be held at St. Paul’s
UMC, Houston, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Please begin now making your
plans to attend.

______________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES_________________

FROM John Harrington, Beaumont Restorative Justice Coordinator
Gatesville Womens Unit:
Marie Riggs, 810 Peach, Beaumont, TX 77741 409 832 7521
Gist State Jail-Beaumont:
Allyn Michael Lewis, 12939 Whittington # 112 B, Houston, TX 77077
281-597-1762
Alfredo Ojeda Rodriguez, 1000 South First St., Conroe, TX 77301 936
539 4162
Kevin Dixon, 225 South West Ward St., W. Texas City, TX 77591 409
935 5086
TDCJ:
Tyron J. Isadore, 2145 Ives St., Beaumont, TX 77703 409 832 6525
Billy Joseph, 3195 Pinestreet, Beaumont, TX 77703 409 212 1420
Kilroy Guillary Jr., 3345 Ruth St., Beaumont, TX 77705 409 832 2342
Eddie Traylor, French Rd. Apt. #223, Beaumont, TX 77708
We are very encouraged at the people that are joining the Prison
Ministry teams. If you would like to serve on Operation Rebound, Welcome
Back, Bridges to Life, Kairos etc., Or set up a local RJM committee;
please contact me and I will put you in touch with the appropriate people.
jwhfaye@ih2000.net

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Below are the most current openings and job information. Previous job
postings can be located on the conference website: www.txcumc.org.
Thank you

FROM Beth Chenault
Strawbridge United Methodist Church in Kingwood Texas (outside Houston)
is seeking a full-time Director of Youth Ministries for a large youth
Ministry. Experience preferred. Please contact Rev. Beth Chenault at
281-360-4500, or email information and resume to youth@kingwoodcable.com

FROM Dr. George Wesley Welborn - Wesley
First United Methodist Church of Brenham is looking for part-time choir
director to lead music in two traditional Sunday morning worship
services. CXontact me at: pastor@startel.net

FROM Joel McMahon IV JMCMAHONIV@aol.com
First United Methodist Church of Hawkins, Texas is looking for someone
to serve as a part-time youth director. This is a paid position with
experience being a factor in determining the salary level.
All inquiries can be directed to Joel McMahon IV be e-mail at
JMCMAHONIV@aol.com, by phone at (903)760-2973, or by mail at 149
Paradise Lane, Hawkins, TX 75765.

FROM John Reasons
Faith United Methodist Church, 2403 Rayford Road, Spring, 77386 is
seeking a paid, part-time accompanist for Sunday morning worship and
Wednesday evening choir rehearsals. Please call the church office at
281-367-7776 with inquiries or fax resumes to 281-367-7174 or e-mail
faithumc@ev1.net.

FROM Jerry Anderson, Pastor
Music/Childen's Minister Wanted
Stewart Memorial United Methodist Church, located in Buffalo, Texas,
is seeking a
Mid-term graduate to direct Chancel Choir, Children's Choir, Children's
Programs, etc.
FULL-time position or will consider SEMINARY student.
Community has a 20% growth rate.
Buffalo is located on Interstate 45 & Hwy 79 halfway between Houston
& Dallas.
Contact at 903-322-4319 or E-mail smchurch@netzero.net.

FROM Tim Bruegger, Navasota UMC
Navasota UMC in Navasota, Texas, has need for a part-time
(approximately 20
hours/week) church secretary. Duties include answering phones, filing,
bulletin preparation, newsletters, keeping attendance records,
completion of vairous church forms, and more. Good computer and excellent
people skills a must. Direct resumes and/or inquires to the church office at
P.O. Box 169, Navasota, 77868 or email: navfumc@mscc.net; or fax:
936-825-6114.

FROM Rev. Roland Alsobrook
We are looking for a youth group leader at Holly Springs UMC. This
church is tied into the Martin's Mill School close enough that the youth
group potential is astronomical for someone who is called and equipped to
lead. This would be a paid position. The pay would be dependent upon
many factors, including experience, character, time spent, giftedness,
ect...
All inquiries can be made by email to Alsobrookfamily@aol.com, by
phone at (903) 963-7089 or by mail at Rev. Roland Alsobrook, 181 VZ CR
4418, Canton, TX 75103.

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