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FROM Douglas Walker
Regeana and I are going to the doctor tomorrow, she has two toes
turning black.

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FROM Nancy Heintz
FACE (Foundational Academy on Christian Education) Leadership Training
January 15-17 at Lakeview.
This retreat is planned to equip you for the ministry of Christian
Education,whether you are paid or unpaid for your leadership. Please
join us for this two-day retreat at Lakeview, which will be led by
experienced Christian Educators in the Conference.
Cost: $75 per person ($50 per person if attending the TCCEF Study
Retreat that follows). For complete information concerning registration,
please contact Nancy Heintz, 936.756.3395 or heintz@fumc-conroe.org


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FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
St. Paul's UMC, Houston, will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the
congregation's initial worship service this Christmas Eve with four
worship services in the Sanctuary - at noon, 5, 7, and 9 p.m. Christmas
Day will be celebrated with one worship service in the Sanctuary at 10:30
a.m. All of the evening services will have congregational carol singing
and candle lighting. The individual services also will include:
" Noon. Service of Holy Communion.
" 5 p.m. Lessons and Carols with St. Paul's Chamber Choir.
" 7 p.m. Lessons and Carols with the full St. Paul's Choir.
" 9 p.m. Worship service with Holy Communion and the full St. Paul's
Choir.
St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Houston, is at 5501 Main Street, on
the corner of Main and Binz/Bissonnet, across from the Museum of Fine
Arts, Houston. It is within one block of both Museum District MetroRail
stops, and free parking is available in two lots across Fannin Street
from the church.

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!
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.
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!
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.

FROM Dr. Janice Gilbert-Williams, Senior Pastor
McKinney Memorial United Methodist Church will celebrate Christmas
morning worship @ 9:30 a.m. All are invited as we worship the birthday of
our Lord and Savior. We are located at 1607 Nashby Street in LaMarque
Texas.

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FROM Michael Hunter
REMINDER:
Below are dates for Conference Safe Sanctuary Training: If you are in
the Palestine, Tyler, Lufkin, Longview, Bryan districts.
Where: Lakeview Conference Center
When: Thursday, January 5, 2006
Time: 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Who needs to attend: Anyone that will be attending any Conference
sponsored event/camp/retreat where you will be working with children or
youth.
Example of camps: Winterfest, Mid-Winter, District Church Camp,
District retreats or outings.
For more information, contact Michael Hunter, email
mhunter@aciglobal.com
Call: Home--254-359-4356, Cell--903-388-1246

FROM Terry T. Smith
What: Clergywomen’s Retreat
When: February 20-22, 2006
Where: At Lakeview
The retreat you have asked for is finally here! One night or two, it’s
up to you!
Rest - Revive - Rejuvenate - Rest
The retreat will begin at 6pm on Monday, Feb. 20, with dinner at a
restaurant in Palestine (to be named later). Following dinner, we will
return to Lakeview for hot chocolate and fireside conversation.
Tuesday morning: breakfast and salad bar lunch. You may sleep in,
walk around the lake, walk the prayer trail, or visit with friends.
Tuesday afternoon more free time and discussion groups with buffet at 6pm,
followed by a short business meeting and evening worship.
Wednesday morning we will have brunch, followed by the closing
worship service.
Email eaglerev@jas.net or phone 409-565-4083 for more information.

FROM: Billy Watson, St. Peter's UMC, Katy -
Digital Storytellers Seminar, February 25, 2006
You and your media ministry team are invited to Midnight Oil
Production's Digital Storytellers Seminar on Saturday, February 25, 2006, 8 a.m.
- 4 p.m.
at St. Peter's UMC in Katy. Len Wilson and Jason Moore (both formerly
of Ginghamsburg UMC, and co-founders of Lumicon) established Midnight
Oil Productions in 2002 "to further the vision of worship for the digital
age through ideas, resources and seminars that work for local
churches." The cost for the event is $109 for individuals and $89 per person if
2 or more come from your church. This includes 4 sessions with Len and
Jason, a digital film festival, seminar related materials, a meal,
refreshments, and more. For more information about Midnight Oil or the
Digital Storytellers Seminar visit www.midnightoilproductions.com. For more
information about the event in Katy, contact Billy Watson at
bwatson@stpeterskaty.org or 281-492-8031, ext. 304.

______________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES_________________

_______________________JOB OPENINGS/JOBS WANTED__________________

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 Kay Johnson
First United Methodist Church of Fulshear is seeking a youth minister
for 30 hours a week with the possibility of extending the position to
full time. Please call Kay Johnson at 281.346.1416 or fax resume to
281.346.2082

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 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 Stewart Memorial UMC
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 Jerry Anderson, Pastor at 903-322-4319 or E-mail
smchurch@netzero.net.

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FROM David Banks
For Sale: Hammond H-Series Organ
H-382 Italian Provincial in Walnut with built-in Auto-Rhythm. This
model has the extra reiteration, percussion touch control, harp sustain,
string bass, and vibrato/chorus controls, reverb controls etc. Great for
your church.
It was given to our church as an item to raise funds. Needs
professional cleaning. Will sell it for $1,700.00 For more information,
please contact Sherrie Reese at First United Methodist Church of Onalaska at
936/646-5859 or e-mail us at sreese@fumc-onalaska.org