________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
FROM Gordon Gnipp Giddings FUMC -
I just received an urgent request from my stepson for prayer for his
sister-in law Martina Iglesias. She went into the hospital in San Antonio
Sunday evening with severe abdominal pain. They gave her two units of
blood and did emergency abdominal surgery to clear a blockage in her
intestine. She seemed to be doing better until this morning when they
found her on the floor beside her bed not breathing and she ad no vital
signs. They established an airway and recessitated her and gave her two
more units of blood. She is currently in critical condition and the
family has been called in. My stepson is under conviction and has never
asked for prayer, but I just got off the phone with him and he was
requesting prayer - "all we can get." So, please pray for Marty and all the
family and also that God will manifest his presence so all will know of
his hand. As always, I pray that His will be done. Thank you in Jesus'
name. Amen.
FROM Kenneth Reid - FUMC Chandler
Update on Larry Grubbs. Doing well enough to go home Tuesday. Will
recuperate for six weeks before returning to teach at Grambling State
University.
____________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
FROM Kip Johnson, Director of Serving Ministries, Sugar Land FUMC
Texas Conference Choir Clinic will be held June 5-9, at Lakeview
Conference Center. This camp is for children, youth and adults who
participate in or provide leadership for music and worship in their local
churches. Classes include choirs, handbells, dance, drama, visuals,
contemporary worship, and much more. Information and registration forms are
available at www.texasconfchoir.org or by contacting Kip Johnson,
kjohnson@slfumc.org.
________________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_______________________
FROM Rev. Michael Fraley
Upper Room Ministries presents An Adventure in Healing & Wholeness
When: February 25 & 26, 2006
Where: First United Methodist Church of Hempstead
Times: Saturday 9am-3pm Sunday 2:30-8pm
Cost: $50 includes 2 meals
Contact: Mike Fraley at mlfraley@ev1.net or 979.826.3727
FROM Dan Ramsey, Safe Sanctuary Consultant - Texas Annual Conference &
Retired Houston Police Officer
Need help with your local church safe sanctuary policies?
Do not have the time to do the training, maintain the records, certify
the staff and volunteers, or conduct the criminal background checks?
I can help!
Call Dan Ramsey at 281-222-4393 for information!
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Adult Education Council, FUMC, Missouri City
Dr. Alyce McKenzie from the Perkins School of Theology will speak on
February 11 at the FUMC, Missouri City. Her topic is "Living by Biblical
Wisdom in a Self-Help Society." This is an installment in the
congregation's ongoing series of lecture that memorialize Judy Matthews. The
hours are 9 AM until 3 PM. Lunch is provided. Ample time for Q&A will
be allowed. The cost is $15.00 at the door and $12.00 for those who
register early. You may register by calling the church office,
218-499-3502. Childcare is available if requested by noon, February 8. The place
is the Fellowship Hall.
FROM Office of Spiritual Formation & Teaching Ministries
FORUM '06: FAITH STORIES AT THEIR BEST & BIGGEST NATIONAL CHILDREN’S
MINISTRIES CONFERENCE
A unique chance to experience the very best in training for those
interested in children’s ministries will be happening right here in the
Texas Conference on February 15-18, 2006 at Memorial Drive United
Methodist Church. Sponsored by the GBOD and the Large Church Initiative,
Forum '06 offers keynote speakers Dr. James W. Moore, Dr. Rebekah Miles,
and Jeanette Clift George and an outstanding selection of sixty-one
workshops. Participants will also experience Texas hospitality at it’s
best as they participate in an unusual progressive dinner and tour of
churches to include Windsor Village UMC, St. Luke’s UMC, and Chapelwood
UMC.
Detailed brochures and a list of workshops can be accessed at:
txcumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=931
For questions please contact Donna Reed at 713-468-1973, Ext. 136,
donnareed@mdumc.org.
FROM Candy Gross, Texas Methodist Foundation
Holy Conversations: Leadership, Money, and Ministry
On March 6-7, 2006, the Texas Methodist Foundation is hosting a
state-wide conference for United Methodist clergy, laity, and institutional
leaders at the Omni Hotel in downtown Austin. This two-day event focuses
on a key challenge for churches and institutions: the need for a
clearly envisioned future based on an in-depth understanding of identity,
purpose and community. John Wimmer of the Lilly Endowment will communicate
the crucial importance of leaders capable of shaping diverse
individuals into spiritually coherent communities. Demographer Steve Murdock will
paint a picture of the population we will be serving in the years to
come. And Alice Mann and Dr. Gil Rendle, Alban Institute Senior
Consultants and Dr. Roy Shilling, President Emeritus of Southwestern University,
will provide theoretical and practical ideas about strategic planning
in churches and institutions. Other sessions will help us explore how we
can most effectively link financial resources with our plans for
future ministry.
The program offers something for every participant. Plenary sessions
feature speakers of the highest caliber, including Bishop Janice Riggle
Huie, addressing themes that affect the entire United Methodist
community. Complementing these sessions are separate workshops for churches
and institutions. All activities will communicate the message that by
strengthening our leadership and connections to each other and to our
common tradition, we are strengthening our ability to bring the hope of
Christ to those in need.
For more information and to download a registration form, visit the
Texas Methodist Foundation’s website: www.tmf-fdn.org.
_____________________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 Robert Stutes, FUMC Pasadena TX
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES
Opening for full-time director of youth ministries at First UMC,
Pasadena, Texas. Please send inquiries by email to Pastor Robert Stutes,
robertstutes@firstumcpasadena.org.
FROM Rev. Chuck Huffman, Pastor
The United Methodist Temple in Port Arthur has an opening for a
full-time Administrative Secretary, primarily responsible for church
communication - serving as editor of the weekly newsletter, preparing bulletins
for all worship services, etc. Other duties include maintaining all
membership records, coordinating the church calendar, supervising office
volunteers, stocking office supplies, etc. The ideal candidate is a
caring, compassionate Christian, has wonderful people skills; takes the
initiative; has excellent computer and organizational skills; is
proficient in Windows XP operating system, Microsoft Publisher 2002,
Shepherd's Staff membership program (training available); and is familiar with
United Methodist Church record-keeping and organization. Salary and
benefits are negotiable based on experience and skills. Please send resume
to Rev. Chuck Huffman at chuck@umt.org. For more information, please
send email or call the pastor at 409-963-7852. The deadline for resumes
is
Sunday, February 12, 2006.
FROM Carol Bruse, Pastor
Asbury United Methodist Church (5354 Space Center in Pasadena) has two
part-time job openings:
A part-time Contemporary Worship Music Leader is needed to lead an
existing praise team during weekly rehearsals and during 8:30 am
Contemporary Sunday Worship Services, and a part-time Children's Choir
Director is needed to lead children during weekly Sunday evening rehearsals
and during monthly Sunday morning musical offerings (at 8:30 and 11:00 am
Worship Services) during the school year. For more information, job
descriptions, and/or salaries, contact Rev. Carol Bruse
carol@asbury-umc.com or Office Manager Ginger Neely
ginger@asbury-umc.com. Please send resumes by February 21, 2006.
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Shepherd Drive UMC
Shepherd Drive UMC needs Sunday a.m organist for pipe organ. Can pay
small amount or let organist use our pipe organ for practice time. Call
the church at 713-861-3563 or e-mail music director, Rebecca Edwards,
at redwards@dawray.com .
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
Friday, January 27, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office
Tommy Myrick’s dad died on January 15 in Mississippi. The funeral was
January 17. Tommy is the pastor at Texarkana, Buchanan.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
FROM Mark Bunch, Pastor, Eylau UMC, Texarkana, Texas
This might be good information to distribute to pastors who turn in
mileage reimbursement requests for Accountable Reimbursement plans from
their churches.
From the IRS website:
"Beginning Jan. 1, 2006, the standard mileage rates for the use of a
car (including vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be 44.5 cents per mile
for business miles driven."
To see the full press release go to:
http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=151226,00.html
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office -
TO All churches in the Texarkana District:
A reminder that Tapp UMC will host a regional Restorative Justice
Ministry Awareness Conference on Saturday, January 28th. Speakers from nine
different prison ministries and one TDCJ warden will present
information on a variety of topics, such as:
The Importance of Volunteers, Why the Church Should Be in Prison
(Ministry), Aftercare, Mentoring, Ministering to Inmates' Hurting Families,
Bringing Church to the Inmates, etc.
Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and the conference begins at 9:00. Cost
is $10.00 and includes continental breakfast, lunch, and a packet of
information on beginning a prison ministry. Advance notification of
attendance would be helpful in preparing the lunches.
For more information, call Jeff Hastings at 903-628-2381 or
903-277-3607.
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston -
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Dr. Steve Wende @ FUMC, Houston -
DR. BEN WITHERINGTON of Asbury Theological Seminary will be the
annual "Great Minds of Methodism" speaker for First Methodist Houston on
SUNDAY and MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19-20, 2006. Well-known for his writing and
speaking on various topics, he is most recently nationally recognized
for his analysis of and rebuttal to "The Da Vinci Code." His work on
various subjects has landed him spots on several television programs,
including "60 Minutes," CNN specials and A & E specials.
Dr. Witherington will preach the 9:00 a.m. service at our Westchase
location and at 11:00 a.m. in our DOWNTOWN Sanctuary. Then, Sunday
evening, February 19, at 6:00 p.m., he will present a lecture on his
investigation into "The Da Vinci Code" in our Downtown Sanctuary (directions
at our website: www.fmhouston.com). This event is open to the public.
On Monday morning, February 20, conference clergy are invited to
spend some time with Dr. Witherington at a FREE BREAKFAST beginning at
8:00 a.m. at our Downtown location. He will speak on "Objective Truth in
a Subjective Society" as well as answer questions about "The Da Vinci
Code." RESERVATIONS for the breakfast on Monday should be made through
Myra Higginbotham at 832.668.1800 no later than Wednesday, February 15.
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
_____________________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 Diana Hearn
Job Opening from Shalom Mobile Health Ministry -
TITLE: Patient Coordinator/Coach Operator
Full-time position provides support for the Family Nurse Practitioner
and LVN and is responsible for maintenance of the patient medical
record, appointment scheduling, statistical recording, and the operation
(driving) of the mobile clinic.
QUALIFICATIONS: Biligual (English/Spanish), proficient Microsoft
Word/Excel, experience working with the public (strong people skills),
willing/able to get CDL and train to drive 36ft motor coach, willing/able to
be trained to draw blood for lab (phlebotomy certification training),
medical records/medical terminology exp. desired but not required (will
train).
HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 7:30am-5:30pm (must be available to work 3 or 4
Fri's. or Sat's. per year as assigned)
BENEFITS: Paid health insurance, vacation/sick/holiday time, pension
plan, competitive pay.
Looking for high energy, extremely organized individual to join our
team! EOE
Fax resume to Diana Hearn (713-926-3948) or e-mail
dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Janet Whitton, Buna - First UMC
Accepting closed bids to be submitted to First United Methodist Church,
P.O. Box 1148, Buna, TX 77612.
Minimum bid is $1,000.
1986 Ford E350 Super Club Wagon (XL) 15 passenger bus. (not commercial
or school bus)
6.9 Liter (420 C.I.D.) diesel engine, 60,000 miles factory engine.
C6 automatic transmission.
Differential, possibly 3.54 ratio.
Low miles on matched set of LT235/85 16E tires.
GVWR 9300#. Front Axle 3850#. Rear Axle 6084#. Recent brake job.
Leather seats. P/S, P/Brakes, Cruise Control, Front/Rear Factory A/C
(needs major work)..
Engine and power train well maintained and in excellent shape. Drives
well. Would make good work truck, delivery van, etc., or good for
replacement power train in Ford truck.
For information, call (409) 994-3232.
FROM Charla Burleson, Administrative Assistant, Bear Creek UMC
Bear Creek United Methodist Church has available children’s heavy duty
chairs. They are to be given to any church in need (possibly a church
damaged by the hurricanes) Here is the break down:
32 count – orange – seat height 13 ½ inches
10 count – orange – seat height 16 inches
58 count – blue – seat height 16 inches
Please send any questions or requests to our Chair of Trustees: Jerry
Woodman. E-mail him at woodmajh@hal-pc.org.
______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office
Tommy Myrick’s dad died on January 15 in Mississippi. The funeral was
January 17. Tommy is the pastor at Texarkana, Buchanan.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
FROM Mark Bunch, Pastor, Eylau UMC, Texarkana, Texas
This might be good information to distribute to pastors who turn in
mileage reimbursement requests for Accountable Reimbursement plans from
their churches.
From the IRS website:
"Beginning Jan. 1, 2006, the standard mileage rates for the use of a
car (including vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be 44.5 cents per mile
for business miles driven."
To see the full press release go to:
http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=151226,00.html
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office -
TO All churches in the Texarkana District:
A reminder that Tapp UMC will host a regional Restorative Justice
Ministry Awareness Conference on Saturday, January 28th. Speakers from nine
different prison ministries and one TDCJ warden will present
information on a variety of topics, such as:
The Importance of Volunteers, Why the Church Should Be in Prison
(Ministry), Aftercare, Mentoring, Ministering to Inmates' Hurting Families,
Bringing Church to the Inmates, etc.
Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and the conference begins at 9:00. Cost
is $10.00 and includes continental breakfast, lunch, and a packet of
information on beginning a prison ministry. Advance notification of
attendance would be helpful in preparing the lunches.
For more information, call Jeff Hastings at 903-628-2381 or
903-277-3607.
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston -
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Dr. Steve Wende @ FUMC, Houston -
DR. BEN WITHERINGTON of Asbury Theological Seminary will be the
annual "Great Minds of Methodism" speaker for First Methodist Houston on
SUNDAY and MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19-20, 2006. Well-known for his writing and
speaking on various topics, he is most recently nationally recognized
for his analysis of and rebuttal to "The Da Vinci Code." His work on
various subjects has landed him spots on several television programs,
including "60 Minutes," CNN specials and A & E specials.
Dr. Witherington will preach the 9:00 a.m. service at our Westchase
location and at 11:00 a.m. in our DOWNTOWN Sanctuary. Then, Sunday
evening, February 19, at 6:00 p.m., he will present a lecture on his
investigation into "The Da Vinci Code" in our Downtown Sanctuary (directions
at our website: www.fmhouston.com). This event is open to the public.
On Monday morning, February 20, conference clergy are invited to
spend some time with Dr. Witherington at a FREE BREAKFAST beginning at
8:00 a.m. at our Downtown location. He will speak on "Objective Truth in
a Subjective Society" as well as answer questions about "The Da Vinci
Code." RESERVATIONS for the breakfast on Monday should be made through
Myra Higginbotham at 832.668.1800 no later than Wednesday, February 15.
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
_____________________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 Diana Hearn
Job Opening from Shalom Mobile Health Ministry -
TITLE: Patient Coordinator/Coach Operator
Full-time position provides support for the Family Nurse Practitioner
and LVN and is responsible for maintenance of the patient medical
record, appointment scheduling, statistical recording, and the operation
(driving) of the mobile clinic.
QUALIFICATIONS: Biligual (English/Spanish), proficient Microsoft
Word/Excel, experience working with the public (strong people skills),
willing/able to get CDL and train to drive 36ft motor coach, willing/able to
be trained to draw blood for lab (phlebotomy certification training),
medical records/medical terminology exp. desired but not required (will
train).
HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 7:30am-5:30pm (must be available to work 3 or 4
Fri's. or Sat's. per year as assigned)
BENEFITS: Paid health insurance, vacation/sick/holiday time, pension
plan, competitive pay.
Looking for high energy, extremely organized individual to join our
team! EOE
Fax resume to Diana Hearn (713-926-3948) or e-mail
dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Janet Whitton, Buna - First UMC
Accepting closed bids to be submitted to First United Methodist Church,
P.O. Box 1148, Buna, TX 77612.
Minimum bid is $1,000.
1986 Ford E350 Super Club Wagon (XL) 15 passenger bus. (not commercial
or school bus)
6.9 Liter (420 C.I.D.) diesel engine, 60,000 miles factory engine.
C6 automatic transmission.
Differential, possibly 3.54 ratio.
Low miles on matched set of LT235/85 16E tires.
GVWR 9300#. Front Axle 3850#. Rear Axle 6084#. Recent brake job.
Leather seats. P/S, P/Brakes, Cruise Control, Front/Rear Factory A/C
(needs major work)..
Engine and power train well maintained and in excellent shape. Drives
well. Would make good work truck, delivery van, etc., or good for
replacement power train in Ford truck.
For information, call (409) 994-3232.
FROM Charla Burleson, Administrative Assistant, Bear Creek UMC
Bear Creek United Methodist Church has available children’s heavy duty
chairs. They are to be given to any church in need (possibly a church
damaged by the hurricanes) Here is the break down:
32 count – orange – seat height 13 ½ inches
10 count – orange – seat height 16 inches
58 count – blue – seat height 16 inches
Please send any questions or requests to our Chair of Trustees: Jerry
Woodman. E-mail him at woodmajh@hal-pc.org.
Thursday, January 26, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
FROM Donna Alexander, Houston North -
I just spoke with the Barfields and they are en-route to their
Texarkana home. Please continue to keep both Audrey and John in your prayers. I
ask specifically for prayers for Audrey's speedy recovery from the
surgery and for renewed strength and hope for both she and John.
FROM Doris Folser Houston Northwest District -
Update on Rev. Wayne Harberson, Pastor at Rose Hill UMC in Tomball.
Rev. Harberson was to have surgery yesterday for cancer of the liver but
cancer was found on both sides of the liver making it inoperable. At
this time, other treatments for the cancer are being explored. Please
keep Rev. Harberson, his wife Diane and his church family in your
prayers.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Dr. Steve Wende @ FUMC, Houston -
DR. BEN WITHERINGTON of Asbury Theological Seminary will be the
annual "Great Minds of Methodism" speaker for First Methodist Houston on
SUNDAY and MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19-20, 2006. Well-known for his writing and
speaking on various topics, he is most recently nationally recognized
for his analysis of and rebuttal to "The Da Vinci Code." His work on
various subjects has landed him spots on several television programs,
including "60 Minutes," CNN specials and A & E specials.
Dr. Witherington will preach the 9:00 a.m. service at our Westchase
location and at 11:00 a.m. in our DOWNTOWN Sanctuary. Then, Sunday
evening, February 19, at 6:00 p.m., he will present a lecture on his
investigation into "The Da Vinci Code" in our Downtown Sanctuary (directions
at our website: www.fmhouston.com). This event is open to the public.
On Monday morning, February 20, conference clergy are invited to
spend some time with Dr. Witherington at a FREE BREAKFAST beginning at
8:00 a.m. at our Downtown location. He will speak on "Objective Truth in
a Subjective Society" as well as answer questions about "The Da Vinci
Code." RESERVATIONS for the breakfast on Monday should be made through
Myra Higginbotham at 832.668.1839 no later than Wednesday, February 15.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Frode Gundersen -
Marvin UMC Concert Series - Thursday, January 26, 2006 - 7:00 p.m. - in
the Chapel - [300 West Erwin ,Tyler, Texas] -
Join Judith P. York and Frode Gundersen (and a few of their favorite
musical friends!)* as they present a candlelight recital in Marvin’s
beautiful chapel. This program will feature the chapel’s pipe organ,
piano, and harpsichord. Hear music by Domenico Scarlatti, John Stanley,
G.F. Handel, W.A. Mozart, and Léo Delibes. This recital is FREE and open
to the public.
*Sue Bugg, flute, Debra Scroggins Sowerwine, mezzo-soprano, Andrea
Trent, soprano, Judy Wilkins, piano
FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office -
TO All churches in the Texarkana District:
A reminder that Tapp UMC will host a regional Restorative Justice
Ministry Awareness Conference on Saturday, January 28th. Speakers from nine
different prison ministries and one TDCJ warden will present
information on a variety of topics, such as:
The Importance of Volunteers, Why the Church Should Be in Prison
(Ministry), Aftercare, Mentoring, Ministering to Inmates' Hurting Families,
Bringing Church to the Inmates, etc.
Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and the conference begins at 9:00. Cost
is $10.00 and includes continental breakfast, lunch, and a packet of
information on beginning a prison ministry. Advance notification of
attendance would be helpful in preparing the lunches.
For more information, call Jeff Hastings at 903-628-2381 or
903-277-3607.
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston -
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Connie Scroggins, Ministry Assistant
On February 5th, First United Methodist Church in Daingerfield, Texas
is beginning a Praise & Worship service. If any of your churches
currently have a separate P&W service, would you please email us with any tips
you may have, your order of worship, or anything else you think we
might need to know to make our new ministry a success. We appreciate all
of your input!! Email to: daingerfieldfumc@aol.com
FROM Rev. Margaret Carrell -
Smyrna UMC, in the Longview District, will host a Health Fair
Saturday, March 25th. Many assorted health booths will be set up and free of
charge to anyone. For more information, please call Rev. Margaret
Carrell, 903 736-5572
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
See New Announcements
_______________________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 Diana Hearn
Job Opening from Shalom Mobile Health Ministry -
TITLE: Patient Coordinator/Coach Operator
Full-time position provides support for the Family Nurse Practitioner
and LVN and is responsible for maintenance of the patient medical
record, appointment scheduling, statistical recording, and the operation
(driving) of the mobile clinic.
QUALIFICATIONS: Biligual (English/Spanish), proficient Microsoft
Word/Excel, experience working with the public (strong people skills),
willing/able to get CDL and train to drive 36ft motor coach, willing/able to
be trained to draw blood for lab (phlebotomy certification training),
medical records/medical terminology exp. desired but not required (will
train).
HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 7:30am-5:30pm (must be available to work 3 or 4
Fri's. or Sat's. per year as assigned)
BENEFITS: Paid health insurance, vacation/sick/holiday time, pension
plan, competitive pay.
Looking for high energy, extremely organized individual to join our
team! EOE
Fax resume to Diana Hearn (713-926-3948) or e-mail
dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)______________
FROM Donna Alexander, Houston North -
I just spoke with the Barfields and they are en-route to their
Texarkana home. Please continue to keep both Audrey and John in your prayers. I
ask specifically for prayers for Audrey's speedy recovery from the
surgery and for renewed strength and hope for both she and John.
FROM Doris Folser Houston Northwest District -
Update on Rev. Wayne Harberson, Pastor at Rose Hill UMC in Tomball.
Rev. Harberson was to have surgery yesterday for cancer of the liver but
cancer was found on both sides of the liver making it inoperable. At
this time, other treatments for the cancer are being explored. Please
keep Rev. Harberson, his wife Diane and his church family in your
prayers.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Dr. Steve Wende @ FUMC, Houston -
DR. BEN WITHERINGTON of Asbury Theological Seminary will be the
annual "Great Minds of Methodism" speaker for First Methodist Houston on
SUNDAY and MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19-20, 2006. Well-known for his writing and
speaking on various topics, he is most recently nationally recognized
for his analysis of and rebuttal to "The Da Vinci Code." His work on
various subjects has landed him spots on several television programs,
including "60 Minutes," CNN specials and A & E specials.
Dr. Witherington will preach the 9:00 a.m. service at our Westchase
location and at 11:00 a.m. in our DOWNTOWN Sanctuary. Then, Sunday
evening, February 19, at 6:00 p.m., he will present a lecture on his
investigation into "The Da Vinci Code" in our Downtown Sanctuary (directions
at our website: www.fmhouston.com). This event is open to the public.
On Monday morning, February 20, conference clergy are invited to
spend some time with Dr. Witherington at a FREE BREAKFAST beginning at
8:00 a.m. at our Downtown location. He will speak on "Objective Truth in
a Subjective Society" as well as answer questions about "The Da Vinci
Code." RESERVATIONS for the breakfast on Monday should be made through
Myra Higginbotham at 832.668.1839 no later than Wednesday, February 15.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Frode Gundersen -
Marvin UMC Concert Series - Thursday, January 26, 2006 - 7:00 p.m. - in
the Chapel - [300 West Erwin ,Tyler, Texas] -
Join Judith P. York and Frode Gundersen (and a few of their favorite
musical friends!)* as they present a candlelight recital in Marvin’s
beautiful chapel. This program will feature the chapel’s pipe organ,
piano, and harpsichord. Hear music by Domenico Scarlatti, John Stanley,
G.F. Handel, W.A. Mozart, and Léo Delibes. This recital is FREE and open
to the public.
*Sue Bugg, flute, Debra Scroggins Sowerwine, mezzo-soprano, Andrea
Trent, soprano, Judy Wilkins, piano
FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office -
TO All churches in the Texarkana District:
A reminder that Tapp UMC will host a regional Restorative Justice
Ministry Awareness Conference on Saturday, January 28th. Speakers from nine
different prison ministries and one TDCJ warden will present
information on a variety of topics, such as:
The Importance of Volunteers, Why the Church Should Be in Prison
(Ministry), Aftercare, Mentoring, Ministering to Inmates' Hurting Families,
Bringing Church to the Inmates, etc.
Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and the conference begins at 9:00. Cost
is $10.00 and includes continental breakfast, lunch, and a packet of
information on beginning a prison ministry. Advance notification of
attendance would be helpful in preparing the lunches.
For more information, call Jeff Hastings at 903-628-2381 or
903-277-3607.
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston -
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Connie Scroggins, Ministry Assistant
On February 5th, First United Methodist Church in Daingerfield, Texas
is beginning a Praise & Worship service. If any of your churches
currently have a separate P&W service, would you please email us with any tips
you may have, your order of worship, or anything else you think we
might need to know to make our new ministry a success. We appreciate all
of your input!! Email to: daingerfieldfumc@aol.com
FROM Rev. Margaret Carrell -
Smyrna UMC, in the Longview District, will host a Health Fair
Saturday, March 25th. Many assorted health booths will be set up and free of
charge to anyone. For more information, please call Rev. Margaret
Carrell, 903 736-5572
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
See New Announcements
_______________________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 Diana Hearn
Job Opening from Shalom Mobile Health Ministry -
TITLE: Patient Coordinator/Coach Operator
Full-time position provides support for the Family Nurse Practitioner
and LVN and is responsible for maintenance of the patient medical
record, appointment scheduling, statistical recording, and the operation
(driving) of the mobile clinic.
QUALIFICATIONS: Biligual (English/Spanish), proficient Microsoft
Word/Excel, experience working with the public (strong people skills),
willing/able to get CDL and train to drive 36ft motor coach, willing/able to
be trained to draw blood for lab (phlebotomy certification training),
medical records/medical terminology exp. desired but not required (will
train).
HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 7:30am-5:30pm (must be available to work 3 or 4
Fri's. or Sat's. per year as assigned)
BENEFITS: Paid health insurance, vacation/sick/holiday time, pension
plan, competitive pay.
Looking for high energy, extremely organized individual to join our
team! EOE
Fax resume to Diana Hearn (713-926-3948) or e-mail
dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)______________
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
FROM Donna Alexander, Houston North
Update on Audrey Barfield: Surgery to insert a metal rod in Audrey's
upper left arm following a serious fracture was postponed from Monday,
January 23rd until Tuesday, the 24th. Audrey was awaiting cardiac
clearance Tuesday morning. She got the OK and surgery began at 2 pm yesterday
at Methodist. They are anticipating a 2-day stay at the hospital.
Please remember Audrey and John in your prayers.
FROM Hollly Larsen
I understand that Wayne Habersham(sp?), a pastor at a Tomball UMC, will
be having surgery tomorrow. Cancer has invaded his liver and though
they will try to save some of it, they are not so sure that it will be
successful. He will be at Methodist Hospital in Houston. Surgery is at
1:00. Prayers would greatly be appreciated.
FROM Danny & Vera Barrett
Please thank all my Sisters and Brothers in Christ. Hannah is much
better and is returning to her beautiful self. Thanks for all your prayers.
You are a blessing to our family.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office -
TO All churches in the Texarkana District:
A reminder that Tapp UMC will host a regional Restorative Justice
Ministry Awareness Conference on Saturday, January 28th. Speakers from nine
different prison ministries and one TDCJ warden will present
information on a variety of topics, such as:
The Importance of Volunteers, Why the Church Should Be in Prison
(Ministry), Aftercare, Mentoring, Ministering to Inmates' Hurting Families,
Bringing Church to the Inmates, etc.
Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and the conference begins at 9:00. Cost
is $10.00 and includes continental breakfast, lunch, and a packet of
information on beginning a prison ministry. Advance notification of
attendance would be helpful in preparing the lunches.
For more information, call Jeff Hastings at 903-628-2381 or
903-277-3607.
FROM Connie Scroggins, Ministry Assistant
On February 5th, First United Methodist Church in Daingerfield, Texas
is beginning a Praise & Worship service. If any of your churches
currently have a separate P&W service, would you please email us with any tips
you may have, your order of worship, or anything else you think we
might need to know to make our new ministry a success. We appreciate all
of your input!! Email to: daingerfieldfumc@aol.com
FROM Rev. Margaret Carrell
Smyrna UMC, in the Longview District, will host a Health Fair Saturday,
March 25th. Many assorted health booths will be set up and are free of
charge to anyone. For more information, please call Rev. Margaret
Carrell, 903 736-5572
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Frode Gundersen -
Marvin UMC Concert Series - Thursday, January 26, 2006 - 7:00 p.m. - in
the Chapel - [300 West Erwin ,Tyler, Texas] -
Join Judith P. York and Frode Gundersen (and a few of their favorite
musical friends!)* as they present a candlelight recital in Marvin’s
beautiful chapel. This program will feature the chapel’s pipe organ,
piano, and harpsichord. Hear music by Domenico Scarlatti, John Stanley,
G.F. Handel, W.A. Mozart, and Léo Delibes. This recital is FREE and open
to the public.
*Sue Bugg, flute, Debra Scroggins Sowerwine, mezzo-soprano, Andrea
Trent, soprano, Judy Wilkins, piano
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston -
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
See New Announcements
_______________________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
Russell Memorial UMC
We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
Russell Memorial UMC is a vibrant, charged-up church located in
Wills Point, Texas, about 45 miles east of downtown Dallas on Hwy 80. We
have 600 members, with about 225 average attendance on Sunday mornings.
Our community is experiencing family growth, which is bringing more and
more youth into our church. We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
for our church to serve approximately 20 hours a week, mainly on Sundays
and special trips. We are looking for someone who is musically
talented and who would be capable of working with a youth band (contemporary,
praise, country, rock, etc.). The salary for this position will be
negotiated according to the time and talent of the candidate. We also have
a house available for housing, if needed. If you are interested,
please call Pastor Ray Reed at (903) 873-2569 or e-mail:
revrayreed@sbcglobal.net. Our website is: www.russellmemorialumc.org
(still under construction).
FROM Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pastor Lynn & Billie Loe, Omaha FUMC
Omaha FUMC has begun a new community-wide women's ministry. The first
gathering was a wonderful success- but we desperately need a good
overhead projector. If you have a projector that you could loan or would like
to donate to the ministry, we would be so very grateful! 903-884-2487
FROM Rev. Capri Grimes, Coldspring UMC
Our church has a patient lift (used for getting people in and out of
bed, their chair, the bath, etc.) that is free to whomever needs it. It
is a Careguard 9804 and rated for up to 450 lbs. It can be picked up at
Coldspring UMC or I can arrange to have it delivered to Houston (Hwy 6
& I10 area) for pick up. 936-653-2287
FROM Donna Alexander, Houston North
Update on Audrey Barfield: Surgery to insert a metal rod in Audrey's
upper left arm following a serious fracture was postponed from Monday,
January 23rd until Tuesday, the 24th. Audrey was awaiting cardiac
clearance Tuesday morning. She got the OK and surgery began at 2 pm yesterday
at Methodist. They are anticipating a 2-day stay at the hospital.
Please remember Audrey and John in your prayers.
FROM Hollly Larsen
I understand that Wayne Habersham(sp?), a pastor at a Tomball UMC, will
be having surgery tomorrow. Cancer has invaded his liver and though
they will try to save some of it, they are not so sure that it will be
successful. He will be at Methodist Hospital in Houston. Surgery is at
1:00. Prayers would greatly be appreciated.
FROM Danny & Vera Barrett
Please thank all my Sisters and Brothers in Christ. Hannah is much
better and is returning to her beautiful self. Thanks for all your prayers.
You are a blessing to our family.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office -
TO All churches in the Texarkana District:
A reminder that Tapp UMC will host a regional Restorative Justice
Ministry Awareness Conference on Saturday, January 28th. Speakers from nine
different prison ministries and one TDCJ warden will present
information on a variety of topics, such as:
The Importance of Volunteers, Why the Church Should Be in Prison
(Ministry), Aftercare, Mentoring, Ministering to Inmates' Hurting Families,
Bringing Church to the Inmates, etc.
Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and the conference begins at 9:00. Cost
is $10.00 and includes continental breakfast, lunch, and a packet of
information on beginning a prison ministry. Advance notification of
attendance would be helpful in preparing the lunches.
For more information, call Jeff Hastings at 903-628-2381 or
903-277-3607.
FROM Connie Scroggins, Ministry Assistant
On February 5th, First United Methodist Church in Daingerfield, Texas
is beginning a Praise & Worship service. If any of your churches
currently have a separate P&W service, would you please email us with any tips
you may have, your order of worship, or anything else you think we
might need to know to make our new ministry a success. We appreciate all
of your input!! Email to: daingerfieldfumc@aol.com
FROM Rev. Margaret Carrell
Smyrna UMC, in the Longview District, will host a Health Fair Saturday,
March 25th. Many assorted health booths will be set up and are free of
charge to anyone. For more information, please call Rev. Margaret
Carrell, 903 736-5572
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Frode Gundersen -
Marvin UMC Concert Series - Thursday, January 26, 2006 - 7:00 p.m. - in
the Chapel - [300 West Erwin ,Tyler, Texas] -
Join Judith P. York and Frode Gundersen (and a few of their favorite
musical friends!)* as they present a candlelight recital in Marvin’s
beautiful chapel. This program will feature the chapel’s pipe organ,
piano, and harpsichord. Hear music by Domenico Scarlatti, John Stanley,
G.F. Handel, W.A. Mozart, and Léo Delibes. This recital is FREE and open
to the public.
*Sue Bugg, flute, Debra Scroggins Sowerwine, mezzo-soprano, Andrea
Trent, soprano, Judy Wilkins, piano
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston -
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
See New Announcements
_______________________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
Russell Memorial UMC
We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
Russell Memorial UMC is a vibrant, charged-up church located in
Wills Point, Texas, about 45 miles east of downtown Dallas on Hwy 80. We
have 600 members, with about 225 average attendance on Sunday mornings.
Our community is experiencing family growth, which is bringing more and
more youth into our church. We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
for our church to serve approximately 20 hours a week, mainly on Sundays
and special trips. We are looking for someone who is musically
talented and who would be capable of working with a youth band (contemporary,
praise, country, rock, etc.). The salary for this position will be
negotiated according to the time and talent of the candidate. We also have
a house available for housing, if needed. If you are interested,
please call Pastor Ray Reed at (903) 873-2569 or e-mail:
revrayreed@sbcglobal.net. Our website is: www.russellmemorialumc.org
(still under construction).
FROM Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pastor Lynn & Billie Loe, Omaha FUMC
Omaha FUMC has begun a new community-wide women's ministry. The first
gathering was a wonderful success- but we desperately need a good
overhead projector. If you have a projector that you could loan or would like
to donate to the ministry, we would be so very grateful! 903-884-2487
FROM Rev. Capri Grimes, Coldspring UMC
Our church has a patient lift (used for getting people in and out of
bed, their chair, the bath, etc.) that is free to whomever needs it. It
is a Careguard 9804 and rated for up to 450 lbs. It can be picked up at
Coldspring UMC or I can arrange to have it delivered to Houston (Hwy 6
& I10 area) for pick up. 936-653-2287
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
FROM Houston NW Dist of the UMC
Please pray for Rev. Wayne Harberson. He will have surgery Wednesday,
January 25th at 1:00 p.m. to remove a cancerous tumor from his liver.
Also, keep Rosehill UMC in your prayers as they go through this crisis
with their Minister.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Rev. Dottie Dumus -
Thanks to everyone for your prayers...they are a great support! The
hip replacement surgery went well and I am at home now. The Bionic
Women's Club has a new member and I'm ready to get back into the swing of
things. God bless you all. Your sister in Christ, Dottie
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Jo Mackenzie, TXCUMC
A major film, called "End of the Spear," begins showing in local
theaters today. It begins in an Ecuadorian jungle in 1956, with the spearing
death of five Christian missionaries who were attempting to bring the
gospel to the Waodani stone-age people. A tragedy? Yes, but God turns
everything to good, for the blessing of many and for His glory, and this
was no exception.
God used this tragedy to motivate more people to become missionaries
than any other event in modern history -- perhaps ever. He also used
two women to complete the work of the five martyred missionaries,
bringing the Waodani to himself. So the deaths of those five men did more to
advance the kingdom of God than their lives ever could.
But the story doesn't end there. God is about to use the tragedy to
help hundreds of thousands -- maybe millions-- to come to know Christ
in our day, using "The End of the Spear." You can help - by praying for
the film's success, attending yourself and by helping to spread the
word. Tell all of your friends and neighbors to attend the movie.
FROM Rev. J. C. Dorman, Central United Methodist Church
On Tuesday, January 24th at 10:00 AM, our first "Senior Happening" will
begin for persons age 55 years and older. It will be a weekly event
that will feature fun activities, games, arts and crafts, etc. and
conclude with a simple lunch at 12:00 noon. All are invited to attend and
there is no charge. The church is located on the corner of 33rd Street and
Avenue O 1/2 in Galveston. For more information call the church phone
at 409-762-2138 or email revjcd1@aol.com.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
Please note the correction of the email address in the message below.
The church is "trinitybmt.org."
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@trinitybmt.org
for more information.
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
FROM John W. Harrington, Beaumont District Restorative Justice
Coordinator -
We have the following two ladies that have recently been released from
the Gatesville Unit. Please prayerfully consider helping them through
this adjustment period in their return to the "free world"--they have
asked for a church contact.
Nina Holcomb, 2495 Gulf St., Beaumont, TX 77703 Has attended AA
Lara Broussard, P. O. Box 1073 Groves, TX 77619 Phone 409 963 1305
_______________________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
Russell Memorial UMC
We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
Russell Memorial UMC is a vibrant, charged-up church located in
Wills Point, Texas, about 45 miles east of downtown Dallas on Hwy 80. We
have 600 members, with about 225 average attendance on Sunday mornings.
Our community is experiencing family growth, which is bringing more and
more youth into our church. We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
for our church to serve approximately 20 hours a week, mainly on Sundays
and special trips. We are looking for someone who is musically
talented and who would be capable of working with a youth band (contemporary,
praise, country, rock, etc.). The salary for this position will be
negotiated according to the time and talent of the candidate. We also have
a house available for housing, if needed. If you are interested,
please call Pastor Ray Reed at (903) 873-2569 or e-mail:
revrayreed@sbcglobal.net. Our website is: www.russellmemorialumc.org
(still under construction).
FROM Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Houston NW Dist of the UMC
Please pray for Rev. Wayne Harberson. He will have surgery Wednesday,
January 25th at 1:00 p.m. to remove a cancerous tumor from his liver.
Also, keep Rosehill UMC in your prayers as they go through this crisis
with their Minister.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Rev. Dottie Dumus -
Thanks to everyone for your prayers...they are a great support! The
hip replacement surgery went well and I am at home now. The Bionic
Women's Club has a new member and I'm ready to get back into the swing of
things. God bless you all. Your sister in Christ, Dottie
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Jo Mackenzie, TXCUMC
A major film, called "End of the Spear," begins showing in local
theaters today. It begins in an Ecuadorian jungle in 1956, with the spearing
death of five Christian missionaries who were attempting to bring the
gospel to the Waodani stone-age people. A tragedy? Yes, but God turns
everything to good, for the blessing of many and for His glory, and this
was no exception.
God used this tragedy to motivate more people to become missionaries
than any other event in modern history -- perhaps ever. He also used
two women to complete the work of the five martyred missionaries,
bringing the Waodani to himself. So the deaths of those five men did more to
advance the kingdom of God than their lives ever could.
But the story doesn't end there. God is about to use the tragedy to
help hundreds of thousands -- maybe millions-- to come to know Christ
in our day, using "The End of the Spear." You can help - by praying for
the film's success, attending yourself and by helping to spread the
word. Tell all of your friends and neighbors to attend the movie.
FROM Rev. J. C. Dorman, Central United Methodist Church
On Tuesday, January 24th at 10:00 AM, our first "Senior Happening" will
begin for persons age 55 years and older. It will be a weekly event
that will feature fun activities, games, arts and crafts, etc. and
conclude with a simple lunch at 12:00 noon. All are invited to attend and
there is no charge. The church is located on the corner of 33rd Street and
Avenue O 1/2 in Galveston. For more information call the church phone
at 409-762-2138 or email revjcd1@aol.com.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
Please note the correction of the email address in the message below.
The church is "trinitybmt.org."
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@trinitybmt.org
for more information.
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
FROM John W. Harrington, Beaumont District Restorative Justice
Coordinator -
We have the following two ladies that have recently been released from
the Gatesville Unit. Please prayerfully consider helping them through
this adjustment period in their return to the "free world"--they have
asked for a church contact.
Nina Holcomb, 2495 Gulf St., Beaumont, TX 77703 Has attended AA
Lara Broussard, P. O. Box 1073 Groves, TX 77619 Phone 409 963 1305
_______________________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
Russell Memorial UMC
We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
Russell Memorial UMC is a vibrant, charged-up church located in
Wills Point, Texas, about 45 miles east of downtown Dallas on Hwy 80. We
have 600 members, with about 225 average attendance on Sunday mornings.
Our community is experiencing family growth, which is bringing more and
more youth into our church. We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
for our church to serve approximately 20 hours a week, mainly on Sundays
and special trips. We are looking for someone who is musically
talented and who would be capable of working with a youth band (contemporary,
praise, country, rock, etc.). The salary for this position will be
negotiated according to the time and talent of the candidate. We also have
a house available for housing, if needed. If you are interested,
please call Pastor Ray Reed at (903) 873-2569 or e-mail:
revrayreed@sbcglobal.net. Our website is: www.russellmemorialumc.org
(still under construction).
FROM Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
Monday, January 23, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Frode Gundersen -
Marvin UMC Concert Series - Thursday, January 26, 2006 - 7:00 p.m. - in
the Chapel - [300 West Erwin ,Tyler, Texas] -
Join Judith P. York and Frode Gundersen (and a few of their favorite
musical friends!)* as they present a candlelight recital in Marvin’s
beautiful chapel. This program will feature the chapel’s pipe organ,
piano, and harpsichord. Hear music by Domenico Scarlatti, John Stanley,
G.F. Handel, W.A. Mozart, and Léo Delibes. This recital is FREE and open
to the public.
*Sue Bugg, flute, Debra Scroggins Sowerwine, mezzo-soprano, Andrea
Trent, soprano, Judy Wilkins, piano
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston -
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
Please note the correction of the email address in the message below.
The church is "trinitybmt.org."
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@trinitybmt.org
for more information.
FROM Rev. Paula Behrens-Lopez -
LEARN SPANISH FREE!!!
St. Paul's UMC, 2212 Hwy 79 South, Henderson, TX (Next to McDonalds)
Classes offered weekly...Mondays at 6 pm -
Entry level during the beginning weeks and intermediate level to be
added as necessary
For more information call (903) 657-4074 or email Rev. Paula
Behrens-Lopez at paula@pastorpaula.com
For directions to the church visit our webpage
http://PastorPaula.com
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
FROM John W. Harrington, Beaumont District Restorative Justice
Coordinator -
_______________________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
Russell Memorial UMC
We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
Russell Memorial UMC is a vibrant, charged-up church located in
Wills Point, Texas, about 45 miles east of downtown Dallas on Hwy 80. We
have 600 members, with about 225 average attendance on Sunday mornings.
Our community is experiencing family growth, which is bringing more and
more youth into our church. We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
for our church to serve approximately 20 hours a week, mainly on Sundays
and special trips. We are looking for someone who is musically
talented and who would be capable of working with a youth band (contemporary,
praise, country, rock, etc.). The salary for this position will be
negotiated according to the time and talent of the candidate. We also have
a house available for housing, if needed. If you are interested,
please call Pastor Ray Reed at (903) 873-2569 or e-mail:
revrayreed@sbcglobal.net. Our website is: www.russellmemorialumc.org
(still under construction).
FROM Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pastor Lynn & Billie Loe, Omaha FUMC
Omaha FUMC has begun a new community-wide women's ministry. The first
gathering was a wonderful success- but we desperately need a good
overhead projector. If you have a projector that you could loan or would like
to donate to the ministry, we would be so very grateful! 903-884-2487
FROM Rev. Capri Grimes, Coldspring UMC
Our church has a patient lift (used for getting people in and out of
bed, their chair, the bath, etc.) that is free to whomever needs it. It
is a Careguard 9804 and rated for up to 450 lbs. It can be picked up at
Coldspring UMC or I can arrange to have it delivered to Houston (Hwy 6
& I10 area) for pick up. 936-653-2287
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Frode Gundersen -
Marvin UMC Concert Series - Thursday, January 26, 2006 - 7:00 p.m. - in
the Chapel - [300 West Erwin ,Tyler, Texas] -
Join Judith P. York and Frode Gundersen (and a few of their favorite
musical friends!)* as they present a candlelight recital in Marvin’s
beautiful chapel. This program will feature the chapel’s pipe organ,
piano, and harpsichord. Hear music by Domenico Scarlatti, John Stanley,
G.F. Handel, W.A. Mozart, and Léo Delibes. This recital is FREE and open
to the public.
*Sue Bugg, flute, Debra Scroggins Sowerwine, mezzo-soprano, Andrea
Trent, soprano, Judy Wilkins, piano
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston -
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
Please note the correction of the email address in the message below.
The church is "trinitybmt.org."
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@trinitybmt.org
for more information.
FROM Rev. Paula Behrens-Lopez -
LEARN SPANISH FREE!!!
St. Paul's UMC, 2212 Hwy 79 South, Henderson, TX (Next to McDonalds)
Classes offered weekly...Mondays at 6 pm -
Entry level during the beginning weeks and intermediate level to be
added as necessary
For more information call (903) 657-4074 or email Rev. Paula
Behrens-Lopez at paula@pastorpaula.com
For directions to the church visit our webpage
http://PastorPaula.com
FROM Michael Hunter -
Hello all. Here is a great time and way to learn about being more
effective in your youth ministry. SPIRIT OF YOUTH MINISTRY - Thursday,
April 27 - 7 p.m.
The training will cover:
1. Effective practices for quality youth ministry.
2. Qualities of effective youth ministry.
3. Faith assests for youth ministry and congregations.
4. What do congregations with exemplary youth ministries have in
common?
Plus, it is being held at the wonderful Mt. Sequoyah Conference and
Retreat Center in Fayetteville AR.
Here is a link to the website: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
FROM John W. Harrington, Beaumont District Restorative Justice
Coordinator -
_______________________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
Russell Memorial UMC
We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
Russell Memorial UMC is a vibrant, charged-up church located in
Wills Point, Texas, about 45 miles east of downtown Dallas on Hwy 80. We
have 600 members, with about 225 average attendance on Sunday mornings.
Our community is experiencing family growth, which is bringing more and
more youth into our church. We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
for our church to serve approximately 20 hours a week, mainly on Sundays
and special trips. We are looking for someone who is musically
talented and who would be capable of working with a youth band (contemporary,
praise, country, rock, etc.). The salary for this position will be
negotiated according to the time and talent of the candidate. We also have
a house available for housing, if needed. If you are interested,
please call Pastor Ray Reed at (903) 873-2569 or e-mail:
revrayreed@sbcglobal.net. Our website is: www.russellmemorialumc.org
(still under construction).
FROM Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pastor Lynn & Billie Loe, Omaha FUMC
Omaha FUMC has begun a new community-wide women's ministry. The first
gathering was a wonderful success- but we desperately need a good
overhead projector. If you have a projector that you could loan or would like
to donate to the ministry, we would be so very grateful! 903-884-2487
FROM Rev. Capri Grimes, Coldspring UMC
Our church has a patient lift (used for getting people in and out of
bed, their chair, the bath, etc.) that is free to whomever needs it. It
is a Careguard 9804 and rated for up to 450 lbs. It can be picked up at
Coldspring UMC or I can arrange to have it delivered to Houston (Hwy 6
& I10 area) for pick up. 936-653-2287
Friday, January 20, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
FROM Donna Alexander, Houston North District
Please continue to remember Audrey Barfield in your prayers. She has
suffered a serious fracture in her upper left arm. She is scheduled for
surgery on Monday, January 23rd at Methodist Hospital to insert a metal
rod. Audrey also continues her chemotherapy treatments every 3 weeks.
The Barfields are traveling back to Texarkana for the weekend and will
return to Houston on Sunday evening.
Also, please remember Dr. Daniel T. Hannon, Senior pastor of Christ
Church in the Woodlands. (See below email) Please keep Dan, Judy and
their family in your prayers.
FROM Rev. Vivian Kinnear, Minister of Spiritual Formation and
Administration, Christ Church UMC - The Woodlands
Please pray healing and peace for our senior pastor, Dr. Hannon and his
family. This week, Dan was diagnosed with renal cell cancer in his only
kidney. Surgery to remove 70% of this kidney is scheduled for February
3 at Methodist Hospital. He will also be surgically prepped to receive
dialysis. Specifically pray that the cancer is contained to the kidney;
that the doctors are able to save the 30% that seems at this time to be
cancer free; and that dialysis will only be a temporary way of life for
him.
FROM Reverend Margaret Carrell, Smyrna UMC
Would you please add Debra Cline to our prayer circle. She is the
pianist at White Oak United Methodist Church. Her eighteen-month-old
granddaughter, Avery, has been diagnosed with RTS, Rubenstein Taybi Syndrome.
The family is in shock and needs many prayers for their strength,
wisdom, guidance, and stability.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Rev. J. C. Dorman, Central United Methodist Church
On Tuesday, January 24th at 10:00 AM, our first "Senior Happening" will
begin for persons age 55 years and older. It will be a weekly event
that will feature fun activities, games, arts and crafts, etc. and
conclude with a simple lunch at 12:00 noon. All are invited to attend and
there is no charge. The church is located on the corner of 33rd Street and
Avenue O 1/2 in Galveston. For more information call the church phone
at 409-762-2138 or email revjcd1@aol.com.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
FROM FROM Tom Teekell, SFA Wesley Foundation (tom@sfawesley.org)
SFA Wesley's website (www.sfawesley.org) now has a "Missing Alumni"
page. It lists all the people that we used to have addresses for but have
moved over the years.If you know how to contact anyone listed on the
page (or you are on the page!), please email me so I can follow up.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Jo Mackenzie, TXCUMC
A major film, called "End of the Spear," begins showing in local
theaters today. It begins in an Ecuadorian jungle in 1956, with the spearing
death of five Christian missionaries who were attempting to bring the
gospel to the Waodani stone-age people. A tragedy? Yes, but God turns
everything to good, for the blessing of many and for His glory, and this
was no exception.
God used this tragedy to motivate more people to become missionaries
than any other event in modern history -- perhaps ever. He also used
two women to complete the work of the five martyred missionaries,
bringing the Waodani to himself. So the deaths of those five men did more to
advance the kingdom of God than their lives ever could.
But the story doesn't end there. God is about to use the tragedy to
help hundreds of thousands -- maybe millions-- to come to know Christ
in our day, using "The End of the Spear." You can help - by praying for
the film's success, attending yourself and by helping to spread the
word. Tell all of your friends and neighbors to attend the movie.
FROM Gus Browning
I have some friends who lost their only child to cancer and seek each
year to raise funds for childhood cancer prevention by shaving their
heads in a program conducted by a Foundation called, in jest but
appropriately, "The St. Baldricks Society". They always send me "shaven" photos.
The organizer of St. Baldrick's, Robyn Raphael, who also lost a son
to childhood cancer, is one of three women in an on-line voting contest
sponsored by NBC's "Today" show. If she could win, it would generate a
lot of valuable publicity for this childhood cancer fighting
Foundation.
I invite everyone to go to http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/10838113/ and
vote for Robyn. You will NOT be asked for a contribution nor put on
future email lists. It takes just a few moments to go the site and click
on Robyn's photo, the one on the bottom. Voting ends at 9:00 pm ET
today, Friday, Jan. 20. The winner will be announced on the "Today" show
in Feb. during the Winter Olympics.
FROM Connie Scroggins, Ministry Assistant, FUMC, Daingerfield
First United Methodist Church at 306 Scurry in Daingerfield is hosting
the Southern Gospel Quartet, "Praise, Inc.," on Sunday, January 22nd at
6:00 p.m. Admission is free, but a love offering will be taken. Please
join us!
FROM Jill Krone, Director for Communications, Henderson First UMC,
903.657.6588
Christian singer/songwriter, Kelly Lindsley, will lead in an evening of
praise to God in song on Sunday, January 22 at 6:30 pm at First UMC,
Henderson. Invite your friends
and family to join you for this inspiring event. his is a free concert
open to church and community. For more information, contact the church
office at 903.657.6588
Also, "2 Moms" featured in Upcoming Conference at Henderson FUMC!
Sharon Lovejoy Autry and Laurie Lovejoy Hillard will be at Henderson
First UMC on Monday, January 23, at 7:00 PM, as part of the "Mom and
Loving It!" Conference. Both authors, speakers, and singers, they are
credited with inspiring moms of all ages to find contentment in REAL
life!
Tickets are $10 each. Contact Betty Tyson or Mollie Bryan at
903.657.6588 for more information!
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@triitybmt.org
for more information.
FROM Ruby Nelson
CLERGY- If you are currently under appointment or think you may be
under appointment soon, you are required to attend a workshop on clergy
sexual harassment/misconduct. Most of you have fulfilled that requirement
in recent years. But if you have not, please contact me for
information about upcoming workshops. The dates are Saturday, March 18th and
Saturday, March 25th. ruby_nelson@hotmail.com
_____________________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 Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pat Travers, Tyler District UMC, Office: 903.593.1861
Flint UMC in the Tyler District is seeking a console organ for a small
rural church with a
Great organist.
FROM Donna Alexander, Houston North District
Please continue to remember Audrey Barfield in your prayers. She has
suffered a serious fracture in her upper left arm. She is scheduled for
surgery on Monday, January 23rd at Methodist Hospital to insert a metal
rod. Audrey also continues her chemotherapy treatments every 3 weeks.
The Barfields are traveling back to Texarkana for the weekend and will
return to Houston on Sunday evening.
Also, please remember Dr. Daniel T. Hannon, Senior pastor of Christ
Church in the Woodlands. (See below email) Please keep Dan, Judy and
their family in your prayers.
FROM Rev. Vivian Kinnear, Minister of Spiritual Formation and
Administration, Christ Church UMC - The Woodlands
Please pray healing and peace for our senior pastor, Dr. Hannon and his
family. This week, Dan was diagnosed with renal cell cancer in his only
kidney. Surgery to remove 70% of this kidney is scheduled for February
3 at Methodist Hospital. He will also be surgically prepped to receive
dialysis. Specifically pray that the cancer is contained to the kidney;
that the doctors are able to save the 30% that seems at this time to be
cancer free; and that dialysis will only be a temporary way of life for
him.
FROM Reverend Margaret Carrell, Smyrna UMC
Would you please add Debra Cline to our prayer circle. She is the
pianist at White Oak United Methodist Church. Her eighteen-month-old
granddaughter, Avery, has been diagnosed with RTS, Rubenstein Taybi Syndrome.
The family is in shock and needs many prayers for their strength,
wisdom, guidance, and stability.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Rev. J. C. Dorman, Central United Methodist Church
On Tuesday, January 24th at 10:00 AM, our first "Senior Happening" will
begin for persons age 55 years and older. It will be a weekly event
that will feature fun activities, games, arts and crafts, etc. and
conclude with a simple lunch at 12:00 noon. All are invited to attend and
there is no charge. The church is located on the corner of 33rd Street and
Avenue O 1/2 in Galveston. For more information call the church phone
at 409-762-2138 or email revjcd1@aol.com.
FROM Mac Vaughn
United Methodist Motorcycle Enthusiasts [Cypress & the greater Houston
Area]- Chapter Dedication & Bike Blessing Sunday January 29, 2006
@11am. Ministry Activity Center Cypress United Methodist Church 13403
Cypress N. Houston Road, Cypress.
All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome, regardless of denomination
or church affiliation. We will gather around 8:30 to 8:45am and line up
and display the bikes in the front of the Ministry Activity Center.
January Ride: January 28th - 8:00am - Skeeters- 290 and 1960 route
will ride the Yankee's Trail towards Carlos, Texas.
FROM FROM Tom Teekell, SFA Wesley Foundation (tom@sfawesley.org)
SFA Wesley's website (www.sfawesley.org) now has a "Missing Alumni"
page. It lists all the people that we used to have addresses for but have
moved over the years.If you know how to contact anyone listed on the
page (or you are on the page!), please email me so I can follow up.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Jo Mackenzie, TXCUMC
A major film, called "End of the Spear," begins showing in local
theaters today. It begins in an Ecuadorian jungle in 1956, with the spearing
death of five Christian missionaries who were attempting to bring the
gospel to the Waodani stone-age people. A tragedy? Yes, but God turns
everything to good, for the blessing of many and for His glory, and this
was no exception.
God used this tragedy to motivate more people to become missionaries
than any other event in modern history -- perhaps ever. He also used
two women to complete the work of the five martyred missionaries,
bringing the Waodani to himself. So the deaths of those five men did more to
advance the kingdom of God than their lives ever could.
But the story doesn't end there. God is about to use the tragedy to
help hundreds of thousands -- maybe millions-- to come to know Christ
in our day, using "The End of the Spear." You can help - by praying for
the film's success, attending yourself and by helping to spread the
word. Tell all of your friends and neighbors to attend the movie.
FROM Gus Browning
I have some friends who lost their only child to cancer and seek each
year to raise funds for childhood cancer prevention by shaving their
heads in a program conducted by a Foundation called, in jest but
appropriately, "The St. Baldricks Society". They always send me "shaven" photos.
The organizer of St. Baldrick's, Robyn Raphael, who also lost a son
to childhood cancer, is one of three women in an on-line voting contest
sponsored by NBC's "Today" show. If she could win, it would generate a
lot of valuable publicity for this childhood cancer fighting
Foundation.
I invite everyone to go to http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/10838113/ and
vote for Robyn. You will NOT be asked for a contribution nor put on
future email lists. It takes just a few moments to go the site and click
on Robyn's photo, the one on the bottom. Voting ends at 9:00 pm ET
today, Friday, Jan. 20. The winner will be announced on the "Today" show
in Feb. during the Winter Olympics.
FROM Connie Scroggins, Ministry Assistant, FUMC, Daingerfield
First United Methodist Church at 306 Scurry in Daingerfield is hosting
the Southern Gospel Quartet, "Praise, Inc.," on Sunday, January 22nd at
6:00 p.m. Admission is free, but a love offering will be taken. Please
join us!
FROM Jill Krone, Director for Communications, Henderson First UMC,
903.657.6588
Christian singer/songwriter, Kelly Lindsley, will lead in an evening of
praise to God in song on Sunday, January 22 at 6:30 pm at First UMC,
Henderson. Invite your friends
and family to join you for this inspiring event. his is a free concert
open to church and community. For more information, contact the church
office at 903.657.6588
Also, "2 Moms" featured in Upcoming Conference at Henderson FUMC!
Sharon Lovejoy Autry and Laurie Lovejoy Hillard will be at Henderson
First UMC on Monday, January 23, at 7:00 PM, as part of the "Mom and
Loving It!" Conference. Both authors, speakers, and singers, they are
credited with inspiring moms of all ages to find contentment in REAL
life!
Tickets are $10 each. Contact Betty Tyson or Mollie Bryan at
903.657.6588 for more information!
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@triitybmt.org
for more information.
FROM Ruby Nelson
CLERGY- If you are currently under appointment or think you may be
under appointment soon, you are required to attend a workshop on clergy
sexual harassment/misconduct. Most of you have fulfilled that requirement
in recent years. But if you have not, please contact me for
information about upcoming workshops. The dates are Saturday, March 18th and
Saturday, March 25th. ruby_nelson@hotmail.com
_____________________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 Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pat Travers, Tyler District UMC, Office: 903.593.1861
Flint UMC in the Tyler District is seeking a console organ for a small
rural church with a
Great organist.
Thursday, January 19, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
FROM Palestine District:
Rev. Sara Barbaree, Chaplain at Lon Morris College & Pastor of
Dialville UMC, is having an arthroscopic procedure tomorrow. The purpose is to
take a look around inside the joint and perhaps correct some of the
damage. Hopefully, cleaning out the back of my kneecap will relieve some
of the symptoms she has been having. Please be in prayer that it will
help!!
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Lois Boyles Wesley UMC
Please be in prayer for Joan Barger and family. Joan is our PPR Chair
and her great niece, 19 years old Nickie, was murdered in Farmington
New Mexico Sunday 1-15, stabbed to death in her home. Her three month old
baby was in the home and left alone for over four hours until she was
discovered. Baby is okay. Joan is traveling to Virginia for the funeral
Saturday.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
FROM Ruby Nelson
CLERGY- If you are currently under appointment or think you may be
under appointment soon, you are required to attend a workshop on clergy
sexual harassment/misconduct. Most of you have fulfilled that requirement
in recent years. But if you have not, please contact me for
information about upcoming workshops. The dates are Saturday, March 18th and
Saturday, March 25th. ruby_nelson@hotmail.com
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM FROM Tom Teekell, SFA Wesley Foundation (tom@sfawesley.org)
SFA Wesley's website (www.sfawesley.org) now has a "Missing Alumni"
page. It lists all the people that we used to have addresses for but have
moved over the years.If you know how to contact anyone listed on the
page (or you are on the page!), please email me so I can follow up.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
"Can You Hear Me Now?" is St. Paul's School's 13th annual relationship
seminar, presented by Dr. Sherry Beeman and Rev. Dr. Bill Kerley,
therapists who also are married to each other.
This seminar, based on the concept that the single most important
skill in any intimate relationship is learning to speak and to listen to
each other, offers sound advice on creating and maintaining a happy,
harmonious marriage.
At 7 p.m. Thursday, January 19, the seminar is free and childcare is
available by advance reservations to the school at 713-528-6779 or
spschool@stpaulshouston.org. More information about the seminar also is
available through those contact points.
FROM Jill Krone, Director for Communications, Henderson First UMC,
903.657.6588
Christian singer/songwriter, Kelly Lindsley, will lead in an evening of
praise to God in song on Sunday, January 22 at 6:30 pm at First UMC,
Henderson. Invite your friends
and family to join you for this inspiring event. his is a free concert
open to church and community. For more information, contact the church
office at 903.657.6588
Also, "2 Moms" featured in Upcoming Conference at Henderson FUMC!
Sharon Lovejoy Autry and Laurie Lovejoy Hillard will be at Henderson
First UMC on Monday, January 23, at 7:00 PM, as part of the "Mom and
Loving It!" Conference. Both authors, speakers, and singers, they are
credited with inspiring moms of all ages to find contentment in REAL
life!
Tickets are $10 each. Contact Betty Tyson or Mollie Bryan at
903.657.6588 for more information!
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
_____________________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 Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pat Travers, Tyler District UMC, Office: 903.593.1861
Flint UMC in the Tyler District is seeking a console organ for a small
rural church with a
Great organist.
FROM Palestine District:
Rev. Sara Barbaree, Chaplain at Lon Morris College & Pastor of
Dialville UMC, is having an arthroscopic procedure tomorrow. The purpose is to
take a look around inside the joint and perhaps correct some of the
damage. Hopefully, cleaning out the back of my kneecap will relieve some
of the symptoms she has been having. Please be in prayer that it will
help!!
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Lois Boyles Wesley UMC
Please be in prayer for Joan Barger and family. Joan is our PPR Chair
and her great niece, 19 years old Nickie, was murdered in Farmington
New Mexico Sunday 1-15, stabbed to death in her home. Her three month old
baby was in the home and left alone for over four hours until she was
discovered. Baby is okay. Joan is traveling to Virginia for the funeral
Saturday.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
FROM Ruby Nelson
CLERGY- If you are currently under appointment or think you may be
under appointment soon, you are required to attend a workshop on clergy
sexual harassment/misconduct. Most of you have fulfilled that requirement
in recent years. But if you have not, please contact me for
information about upcoming workshops. The dates are Saturday, March 18th and
Saturday, March 25th. ruby_nelson@hotmail.com
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM FROM Tom Teekell, SFA Wesley Foundation (tom@sfawesley.org)
SFA Wesley's website (www.sfawesley.org) now has a "Missing Alumni"
page. It lists all the people that we used to have addresses for but have
moved over the years.If you know how to contact anyone listed on the
page (or you are on the page!), please email me so I can follow up.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
"Can You Hear Me Now?" is St. Paul's School's 13th annual relationship
seminar, presented by Dr. Sherry Beeman and Rev. Dr. Bill Kerley,
therapists who also are married to each other.
This seminar, based on the concept that the single most important
skill in any intimate relationship is learning to speak and to listen to
each other, offers sound advice on creating and maintaining a happy,
harmonious marriage.
At 7 p.m. Thursday, January 19, the seminar is free and childcare is
available by advance reservations to the school at 713-528-6779 or
spschool@stpaulshouston.org. More information about the seminar also is
available through those contact points.
FROM Jill Krone, Director for Communications, Henderson First UMC,
903.657.6588
Christian singer/songwriter, Kelly Lindsley, will lead in an evening of
praise to God in song on Sunday, January 22 at 6:30 pm at First UMC,
Henderson. Invite your friends
and family to join you for this inspiring event. his is a free concert
open to church and community. For more information, contact the church
office at 903.657.6588
Also, "2 Moms" featured in Upcoming Conference at Henderson FUMC!
Sharon Lovejoy Autry and Laurie Lovejoy Hillard will be at Henderson
First UMC on Monday, January 23, at 7:00 PM, as part of the "Mom and
Loving It!" Conference. Both authors, speakers, and singers, they are
credited with inspiring moms of all ages to find contentment in REAL
life!
Tickets are $10 each. Contact Betty Tyson or Mollie Bryan at
903.657.6588 for more information!
_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
_____________________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 Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pat Travers, Tyler District UMC, Office: 903.593.1861
Flint UMC in the Tyler District is seeking a console organ for a small
rural church with a
Great organist.
Wednesday, January 18, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
FROM Ruby Nelson
CLERGY- If you are currently under appointment or think you may be
under appointment soon, you are required to attend a workshop on clergy
sexual harassment/misconduct. Most of you have fulfilled that requirement
in recent years. But if you have not, please contact me for
information about upcoming workshops. The dates are Saturday, March 18th and
Saturday, March 25th. ruby_nelson@hotmail.com
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
"Can You Hear Me Now?" is St. Paul's School's 13th annual relationship
seminar, presented by Dr. Sherry Beeman and Rev. Dr. Bill Kerley,
therapists who also are married to each other.
This seminar, based on the concept that the single most important
skill in any intimate relationship is learning to speak and to listen to
each other, offers sound advice on creating and maintaining a happy,
harmonious marriage.
At 7 p.m. Thursday, January 19, the seminar is free and childcare is
available by advance reservations to the school at 713-528-6779 or
spschool@stpaulshouston.org. More information about the seminar also is
available through those contact points.
FROM Jill Krone, Director for Communications, Henderson First UMC,
903.657.6588
Christian singer/songwriter, Kelly Lindsley, will lead in an evening of
praise to God in song on Sunday, January 22 at 6:30 pm at First UMC,
Henderson. Invite your friends
and family to join you for this inspiring event. his is a free concert
open to church and community. For more information, contact the church
office at 903.657.6588
Also, "2 Moms" featured in Upcoming Conference at Henderson FUMC!
Sharon Lovejoy Autry and Laurie Lovejoy Hillard will be at Henderson
First UMC on Monday, January 23, at 7:00 PM, as part of the "Mom and
Loving It!" Conference. Both authors, speakers, and singers, they are
credited with inspiring moms of all ages to find contentment in REAL
life!
Tickets are $10 each. Contact Betty Tyson or Mollie Bryan at
903.657.6588 for more information!
_____________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@triitybmt.org
for more information.
FROM Jim & Mary Brown
The Texas Conference UMW will honor 50 years of ordination of Clergy
Women during their Spring Celebration on March 3 and 4 at Lakeview
Methodist Conference Center. The Keynote speaker of the event is Dr. Jan
Love, Deputy General Seceratry of the Women's Division. Eleven clergy
women will share their stories during the weekend: Dr. Karen Dorris, Revs.
Perrie Joy Jackson, Bettie Jo Hightower, Linda O'Neal, Lois boyles,
Velosia Kibe, Barbara Robberson, Donna Brown, Bonnie Eaves, Lesie Bledsoe,
and Wanda Bess. Complete information and registration can be downloaded
from the web site: www.gbgm-umc.org/texasconfuwmw. Registrar is
Frances Jackson (281) 499-6675 or jfrances70@aol.com. Clergywomen of the
conference are extended a special invitation to attend.
_____________________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 Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pat Travers, Tyler District UMC, Office: 903.593.1861
Flint UMC in the Tyler District is seeking a console organ for a small
rural church with a
Great organist.
FROM Kathie Mann, Director of Partners In Mission, Texas Annual
Conference -
Windsor Village has four Ministry Candidates assigned to the Lovelady
Circuit. They are in need of 40 hymnals (the newest version) at 2 of the
circuit churches. If you have any new or gently used hymnals in your
church and would like to donate them, please contact Irv White at
iwhite@WVUMC.COM
FROM Susan Grittman, First United Methodist Houston -
I would like to offer our home piano for donation to a church who will
use it and take care of it. It is an Everett spinet 39 inch upright
with bench in woodgrain finish. I will pay for the piano movers up to
$100. All I ask is that the church pay me the cost for a professional
tuning (about $75) which I will arrange to be done 1 month after being
moved to your location. The piano is a good beginner piano in good
condition. Call Susan Grittman at 713-253-3527.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
FROM Ruby Nelson
CLERGY- If you are currently under appointment or think you may be
under appointment soon, you are required to attend a workshop on clergy
sexual harassment/misconduct. Most of you have fulfilled that requirement
in recent years. But if you have not, please contact me for
information about upcoming workshops. The dates are Saturday, March 18th and
Saturday, March 25th. ruby_nelson@hotmail.com
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
"Can You Hear Me Now?" is St. Paul's School's 13th annual relationship
seminar, presented by Dr. Sherry Beeman and Rev. Dr. Bill Kerley,
therapists who also are married to each other.
This seminar, based on the concept that the single most important
skill in any intimate relationship is learning to speak and to listen to
each other, offers sound advice on creating and maintaining a happy,
harmonious marriage.
At 7 p.m. Thursday, January 19, the seminar is free and childcare is
available by advance reservations to the school at 713-528-6779 or
spschool@stpaulshouston.org. More information about the seminar also is
available through those contact points.
FROM Jill Krone, Director for Communications, Henderson First UMC,
903.657.6588
Christian singer/songwriter, Kelly Lindsley, will lead in an evening of
praise to God in song on Sunday, January 22 at 6:30 pm at First UMC,
Henderson. Invite your friends
and family to join you for this inspiring event. his is a free concert
open to church and community. For more information, contact the church
office at 903.657.6588
Also, "2 Moms" featured in Upcoming Conference at Henderson FUMC!
Sharon Lovejoy Autry and Laurie Lovejoy Hillard will be at Henderson
First UMC on Monday, January 23, at 7:00 PM, as part of the "Mom and
Loving It!" Conference. Both authors, speakers, and singers, they are
credited with inspiring moms of all ages to find contentment in REAL
life!
Tickets are $10 each. Contact Betty Tyson or Mollie Bryan at
903.657.6588 for more information!
_____________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@triitybmt.org
for more information.
FROM Jim & Mary Brown
The Texas Conference UMW will honor 50 years of ordination of Clergy
Women during their Spring Celebration on March 3 and 4 at Lakeview
Methodist Conference Center. The Keynote speaker of the event is Dr. Jan
Love, Deputy General Seceratry of the Women's Division. Eleven clergy
women will share their stories during the weekend: Dr. Karen Dorris, Revs.
Perrie Joy Jackson, Bettie Jo Hightower, Linda O'Neal, Lois boyles,
Velosia Kibe, Barbara Robberson, Donna Brown, Bonnie Eaves, Lesie Bledsoe,
and Wanda Bess. Complete information and registration can be downloaded
from the web site: www.gbgm-umc.org/texasconfuwmw. Registrar is
Frances Jackson (281) 499-6675 or jfrances70@aol.com. Clergywomen of the
conference are extended a special invitation to attend.
_____________________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 Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir., Shalom Mobile Health Ministry
JOB OPENING: Licensed Vocational Nurse, Full time
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be bilingual (Eng/Span); current license in the
State of Texas as LVN; primary care or clinic exp. desired; computer
skills a must; immunization exp. with adults/children desired; will train
for phlebotomy certification. Looking for a high energy, multi-tasking
nurse with a love of community health for diverse people in need.
DUTIES: assist Family Nurse Practitioner with low-income primary-care
patients in busy
mobile clinic
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5:30p; must be available to work at least
3 or 4 weekends per year.
Paid health insurance, vacation/holiday/sick time, pension plan,
continuing ed.
EOE
Fax resume to 713-926-3948 or e-mail to dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Pat Travers, Tyler District UMC, Office: 903.593.1861
Flint UMC in the Tyler District is seeking a console organ for a small
rural church with a
Great organist.
FROM Kathie Mann, Director of Partners In Mission, Texas Annual
Conference -
Windsor Village has four Ministry Candidates assigned to the Lovelady
Circuit. They are in need of 40 hymnals (the newest version) at 2 of the
circuit churches. If you have any new or gently used hymnals in your
church and would like to donate them, please contact Irv White at
iwhite@WVUMC.COM
FROM Susan Grittman, First United Methodist Houston -
I would like to offer our home piano for donation to a church who will
use it and take care of it. It is an Everett spinet 39 inch upright
with bench in woodgrain finish. I will pay for the piano movers up to
$100. All I ask is that the church pay me the cost for a professional
tuning (about $75) which I will arrange to be done 1 month after being
moved to your location. The piano is a good beginner piano in good
condition. Call Susan Grittman at 713-253-3527.
Tuesday, January 17, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
FROM Rev. Ron Patterson, Marshall Wesley UMC -
Melody Patterson went through surgery well and is at home recuperating.
We thank all of you for your prayers.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Bill Servis, Matagorda United Methodist Church
Please remember the Servis family in the death of Johnnie Servis'
brother Wayne Nickols, who died at 5:05 P.M. on Saturday. I will be going
out to Odessa on Monday to be with my wife and her family.
FROM Anna M. Rohde, Longview District
Rev. Charlie Stevens of Kilgore Danville UMC and Kilgore Crossroads UMC
in the Longview District passed away yesterday in Eustace, Texas.
Funerals plans are pending.
His wife Bettie and family thank you for your prayers. Charlie
fought a good fight and he is home now.
FROM Gene Steger
Some of you who knew Thomas L. Jones when he was a minister in our
Conference but who has not been in the ministry for many years might be
interested in knowing that he died in a nursing home in Sherman, Tx about
2 weeks ago and was cremated. He is survived by one of his sons, Jay.
There was no funeral service conducted for him.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@triitybmt.org
for more information.
FROM Jim & Mary Brown
The Texas Conference UMW will honor 50 years of ordination of Clergy
Women during their Spring Celebration on March 3 and 4 at Lakeview
Methodist Conference Center. The Keynote speaker of the event is Dr. Jan
Love, Deputy General Seceratry of the Women's Division. Eleven clergy
women will share their stories during the weekend: Dr. Karen Dorris, Revs.
Perrie Joy Jackson, Bettie Jo Hightower, Linda O'Neal, Lois boyles,
Velosia Kibe, Barbara Robberson, Donna Brown, Bonnie Eaves, Lesie Bledsoe,
and Wanda Bess. Complete information and registration can be downloaded
from the web site: www.gbgm-umc.org/texasconfuwmw. Registrar is
Frances Jackson (281) 499-6675 or jfrances70@aol.com. Clergywomen of the
conference are extended a special invitation to attend.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Jill Krone, Director for Communications, Henderson First UMC,
903.657.6588
Christian singer/songwriter, Kelly Lindsley, will lead in an evening of
praise to God in song on Sunday, January 22 at 6:30 pm at First UMC,
Henderson. Invite your friends
and family to join you for this inspiring event. This is a free concert
open to church and community. For more information, contact the church
office at 903.657.6588
Also, "2 Moms" featured in Upcoming Conference at Henderson FUMC!
Sharon Lovejoy Autry and Laurie Lovejoy Hillard will be at Henderson
First UMC on Monday, January 23, at 7:00 PM, as part of the "Mom and
Loving It!" Conference. Both authors, speakers, and singers, they are
credited with inspiring moms of all ages to find contentment in REAL
life!
Tickets are $10 each. Contact Betty Tyson or Mollie Bryan at
903.657.6588 for more information!
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
"Can You Hear Me Now?" is St. Paul's School's 13th annual relationship
seminar, presented by Dr. Sherry Beeman and Rev. Dr. Bill Kerley,
therapists who also are married to each other.
This seminar, based on the concept that the single most important
skill in any intimate relationship is learning to speak and to listen to
each other, offers sound advice on creating and maintaining a happy,
harmonious marriage.
At 7 p.m. Thursday, January 19, the seminar is free and childcare is
available by advance reservations to the school at 713-528-6779 or
spschool@stpaulshouston.org. More information about the seminar also is
available through those contact points.
FROM St. Luke's UMC, Houston
Houston Habitat for Humanity, in conjunction with Oprah Winfrey, will
be building 38 homes over the next 4 months.
...Phase 2 runs Thurs Jan 19, Fri Jan 20, Sat. Jan 21, Thurs. Jan 27
and Fri Jan 28
...Phase 3 runs Thurs Feb 23, Fri Feb 24, Sat. Feb 25, Thurs. Mar 3 and
Sat Mar 4
...Phase 4 runs Thurs Mar 23, Fri Mar 24, Sat. Mar 25, Thurs. Mar 31
and Fri Apr 1
We are looking for groups who can bring out 15 people each day to be
our house leads. We will add 5 to 10 additional individual volunteers
so the total number building will be 20 to 25 each day.
For more information, call Jerry Kovaly at 281-850-7780, or contact
Mike Firenza at mfirenza@stlukes-hou.org.
LEARN SPANISH FREE!!!
Classes offered weekly...Mondays at 6 pm - Entry level during the
beginning weeks and intermediate level to be added as necessary.
St. Paul's UMC; 2212 Hwy 79 South, Henderson, TX (Next to McDonalds)
For more information call (903) 657-4074 or email Rev. Paula
Behrens-Lopez at paula@pastorpaula.com
For directions to the church visit our webpage
http://PastorPaula.com
_____________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Rev. T. Paul Kethley [pkethley@cox-internet.com] -
Children's Ministries Workshop - Saturday, February 4, 2006 - 8:30 a.m.
- 3:15 p.m.
First UMC Lindale; 402 West Hubbard Street; Lindale, Texas 75771
For a complete list of the Workshop Sessions and leaders, please
contact Rev. Kethley (email above). Visit Vendors and Displays.
Cost: $35 per person, if postmarked after January 6. Groups call for
a discounted rate. Scholarships are available. Contact: Martha Hagan
(903) 882-8506 or email: marthahagan@netzero.net for more information and
registration.
FROM Cindy Masterson
Celebration Women’s Ministry presents a Leadership Connection Event,
"Equipped to Pray," Saturday, February 18, 2006, at FUMC, Gilmer, TX.
Time is 9:00- 3:30. Cost is $20.00 and includes breakfast and lunch.
Barbara Byerly will be our guest speaker. Barbara has traveled extensively
both nationally and internationally in her teaching ministry.
There will be worship, teaching, prayer time, and training for local
chapter Celebration leadership. Workshops on Prayer, Worship, Officer
Training, and Ministry Teams will be offered
For information about registration, call email
clmasterson@cableone.net or go to www.celebrationministries.org to
download a registration form.
FROM Patty Wehn-Glowski
Magnolia UMC will host Dr. Jim Fleming, lecturing on "The Turning
Points of Jesus' Life," March 31 from 7-9:30pm and Saturday April 1st,
8:30-4:00pm. Six lectures in all. Snacks, and Lunch provided. Call Magnolia
UMC for information 281-356-6647. CEU credits available.
_____________________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 Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir.
Job Opening from Shalom Mobile Health Ministry -
TITLE: Patient Coordinator/Coach Operator
Full-time position provides support for the Family Nurse Practitioner
and LVN and is responsible for maintenance of the patient medical
record, appointment scheduling, statistical recording, and the operation
(driving) of the mobile clinic.
QUALIFICATIONS: Biligual (English/Spanish), proficient Microsoft
Word/Excel, experience working with the public (strong people skills),
willing/able to get CDL and train to drive 36ft motor coach, willing/able to
be trained to draw blood for lab (phlebotomy certification training),
medical records/medical terminology exp. desired but not required (will
train).
HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 7:30am-5:30pm (must be available to work 3 or 4
Fri's. or Sat's. per year as assigned)
BENEFITS: Paid health insurance, vacation/sick/holiday time, pension
plan, competitive pay.
Looking for high energy, extremely organized individual to join our
team! EOE
Fax resume to Diana Hearn (713-926-3948) or e-mail
dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Kathier Mann, Director of Partners In Mission, Texas Annual
Conference -
Windsor Village has four Ministry Candidates assigned to the Lovelady
Circuit. They are in need of 40 hymnals (the newest version) at 2 of the
circuit churches. If you have any new or gently used hymnals in your
church and would like to donate them, please contact Irv White at
iwhite@WVUMC.COM
FROM Susan Grittman, First United Methodist Houston -
I would like to offer our home piano for donation to a church who will
use it and take care of it. It is an Everett spinet 39 inch upright
with bench in woodgrain finish. I will pay for the piano movers up to
$100. All I ask is that the church pay me the cost for a professional
tuning (about $75) which I will arrange to be done 1 month after being
moved to your location. The piano is a good beginner piano in good
condition. Call Susan Grittman at 713-253-3527.
FROM Rev. Ron Patterson, Marshall Wesley UMC -
Melody Patterson went through surgery well and is at home recuperating.
We thank all of you for your prayers.
_______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Bill Servis, Matagorda United Methodist Church
Please remember the Servis family in the death of Johnnie Servis'
brother Wayne Nickols, who died at 5:05 P.M. on Saturday. I will be going
out to Odessa on Monday to be with my wife and her family.
FROM Anna M. Rohde, Longview District
Rev. Charlie Stevens of Kilgore Danville UMC and Kilgore Crossroads UMC
in the Longview District passed away yesterday in Eustace, Texas.
Funerals plans are pending.
His wife Bettie and family thank you for your prayers. Charlie
fought a good fight and he is home now.
FROM Gene Steger
Some of you who knew Thomas L. Jones when he was a minister in our
Conference but who has not been in the ministry for many years might be
interested in knowing that he died in a nursing home in Sherman, Tx about
2 weeks ago and was cremated. He is survived by one of his sons, Jay.
There was no funeral service conducted for him.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a
special worship service and "Sunday Dinner" at the George R. Brown
Convention Center in downtown Houston on Sunday, January 29, beginning at
10:30 a.m.
Bishop Janice Huie and Houston Mayor Bill White will make brief
remarks in recognition of the occasion.
Prepaid reservations are necessary for those who wish to attend the
dinner following the service. The cost is $15 for adults and $7.50 for
children age 12 and under. Maximum cost per immediate family is $45.
Call 713-528-0527 to make reservations.
Young children are invited to celebrate the occasion at St. Paul's
UMC with a special "100th Birthday Party." There will be no nursery or
child care at the convention center. The children will play games
popular in the early 1900s, have their photos taken wearing clothes from past
eras, and help blow out the 100 candles on St. Paul’s birthday cake.
Lunch will be served to the children.
For more information or to make reservations, call 713-528-0527.
FROM Todd Jordon
Register now for the Order of Elders Retreat January 31-February 2 at
Lakeview. Featured speaker Susan Beaumont of the Alban Institute will
speak on authenticity and servanthood in the context of our faith story.
Guest singer/composer Ken Medema will also be present to share his gift
of music. Contact registrar Todd Jordan at toddjordan@triitybmt.org
for more information.
FROM Jim & Mary Brown
The Texas Conference UMW will honor 50 years of ordination of Clergy
Women during their Spring Celebration on March 3 and 4 at Lakeview
Methodist Conference Center. The Keynote speaker of the event is Dr. Jan
Love, Deputy General Seceratry of the Women's Division. Eleven clergy
women will share their stories during the weekend: Dr. Karen Dorris, Revs.
Perrie Joy Jackson, Bettie Jo Hightower, Linda O'Neal, Lois boyles,
Velosia Kibe, Barbara Robberson, Donna Brown, Bonnie Eaves, Lesie Bledsoe,
and Wanda Bess. Complete information and registration can be downloaded
from the web site: www.gbgm-umc.org/texasconfuwmw. Registrar is
Frances Jackson (281) 499-6675 or jfrances70@aol.com. Clergywomen of the
conference are extended a special invitation to attend.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Jill Krone, Director for Communications, Henderson First UMC,
903.657.6588
Christian singer/songwriter, Kelly Lindsley, will lead in an evening of
praise to God in song on Sunday, January 22 at 6:30 pm at First UMC,
Henderson. Invite your friends
and family to join you for this inspiring event. This is a free concert
open to church and community. For more information, contact the church
office at 903.657.6588
Also, "2 Moms" featured in Upcoming Conference at Henderson FUMC!
Sharon Lovejoy Autry and Laurie Lovejoy Hillard will be at Henderson
First UMC on Monday, January 23, at 7:00 PM, as part of the "Mom and
Loving It!" Conference. Both authors, speakers, and singers, they are
credited with inspiring moms of all ages to find contentment in REAL
life!
Tickets are $10 each. Contact Betty Tyson or Mollie Bryan at
903.657.6588 for more information!
FROM Donna Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC, Houston
"Can You Hear Me Now?" is St. Paul's School's 13th annual relationship
seminar, presented by Dr. Sherry Beeman and Rev. Dr. Bill Kerley,
therapists who also are married to each other.
This seminar, based on the concept that the single most important
skill in any intimate relationship is learning to speak and to listen to
each other, offers sound advice on creating and maintaining a happy,
harmonious marriage.
At 7 p.m. Thursday, January 19, the seminar is free and childcare is
available by advance reservations to the school at 713-528-6779 or
spschool@stpaulshouston.org. More information about the seminar also is
available through those contact points.
FROM St. Luke's UMC, Houston
Houston Habitat for Humanity, in conjunction with Oprah Winfrey, will
be building 38 homes over the next 4 months.
...Phase 2 runs Thurs Jan 19, Fri Jan 20, Sat. Jan 21, Thurs. Jan 27
and Fri Jan 28
...Phase 3 runs Thurs Feb 23, Fri Feb 24, Sat. Feb 25, Thurs. Mar 3 and
Sat Mar 4
...Phase 4 runs Thurs Mar 23, Fri Mar 24, Sat. Mar 25, Thurs. Mar 31
and Fri Apr 1
We are looking for groups who can bring out 15 people each day to be
our house leads. We will add 5 to 10 additional individual volunteers
so the total number building will be 20 to 25 each day.
For more information, call Jerry Kovaly at 281-850-7780, or contact
Mike Firenza at mfirenza@stlukes-hou.org.
LEARN SPANISH FREE!!!
Classes offered weekly...Mondays at 6 pm - Entry level during the
beginning weeks and intermediate level to be added as necessary.
St. Paul's UMC; 2212 Hwy 79 South, Henderson, TX (Next to McDonalds)
For more information call (903) 657-4074 or email Rev. Paula
Behrens-Lopez at paula@pastorpaula.com
For directions to the church visit our webpage
http://PastorPaula.com
_____________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Rev. T. Paul Kethley [pkethley@cox-internet.com] -
Children's Ministries Workshop - Saturday, February 4, 2006 - 8:30 a.m.
- 3:15 p.m.
First UMC Lindale; 402 West Hubbard Street; Lindale, Texas 75771
For a complete list of the Workshop Sessions and leaders, please
contact Rev. Kethley (email above). Visit Vendors and Displays.
Cost: $35 per person, if postmarked after January 6. Groups call for
a discounted rate. Scholarships are available. Contact: Martha Hagan
(903) 882-8506 or email: marthahagan@netzero.net for more information and
registration.
FROM Cindy Masterson
Celebration Women’s Ministry presents a Leadership Connection Event,
"Equipped to Pray," Saturday, February 18, 2006, at FUMC, Gilmer, TX.
Time is 9:00- 3:30. Cost is $20.00 and includes breakfast and lunch.
Barbara Byerly will be our guest speaker. Barbara has traveled extensively
both nationally and internationally in her teaching ministry.
There will be worship, teaching, prayer time, and training for local
chapter Celebration leadership. Workshops on Prayer, Worship, Officer
Training, and Ministry Teams will be offered
For information about registration, call email
clmasterson@cableone.net or go to www.celebrationministries.org to
download a registration form.
FROM Patty Wehn-Glowski
Magnolia UMC will host Dr. Jim Fleming, lecturing on "The Turning
Points of Jesus' Life," March 31 from 7-9:30pm and Saturday April 1st,
8:30-4:00pm. Six lectures in all. Snacks, and Lunch provided. Call Magnolia
UMC for information 281-356-6647. CEU credits available.
_____________________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 Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir.
Job Opening from Shalom Mobile Health Ministry -
TITLE: Patient Coordinator/Coach Operator
Full-time position provides support for the Family Nurse Practitioner
and LVN and is responsible for maintenance of the patient medical
record, appointment scheduling, statistical recording, and the operation
(driving) of the mobile clinic.
QUALIFICATIONS: Biligual (English/Spanish), proficient Microsoft
Word/Excel, experience working with the public (strong people skills),
willing/able to get CDL and train to drive 36ft motor coach, willing/able to
be trained to draw blood for lab (phlebotomy certification training),
medical records/medical terminology exp. desired but not required (will
train).
HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 7:30am-5:30pm (must be available to work 3 or 4
Fri's. or Sat's. per year as assigned)
BENEFITS: Paid health insurance, vacation/sick/holiday time, pension
plan, competitive pay.
Looking for high energy, extremely organized individual to join our
team! EOE
Fax resume to Diana Hearn (713-926-3948) or e-mail
dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Kathier Mann, Director of Partners In Mission, Texas Annual
Conference -
Windsor Village has four Ministry Candidates assigned to the Lovelady
Circuit. They are in need of 40 hymnals (the newest version) at 2 of the
circuit churches. If you have any new or gently used hymnals in your
church and would like to donate them, please contact Irv White at
iwhite@WVUMC.COM
FROM Susan Grittman, First United Methodist Houston -
I would like to offer our home piano for donation to a church who will
use it and take care of it. It is an Everett spinet 39 inch upright
with bench in woodgrain finish. I will pay for the piano movers up to
$100. All I ask is that the church pay me the cost for a professional
tuning (about $75) which I will arrange to be done 1 month after being
moved to your location. The piano is a good beginner piano in good
condition. Call Susan Grittman at 713-253-3527.
Friday, January 13, 2006
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
FROM Dottie Dumas, Pastor, St. Paul's UMC, Baytown -
Monday, Jan. 16, at 9:30 AM, I join the Bionic Women's Club! I will
have total hip replacement surgery at Methodist Hospital in the Texas
Medical Center. I'd appreciate your prayers. Looking forward to being 100%
again. Thanks so much for your prayers. God bless you and I'll miss
you at Elders Orders Retreat.
I'm sorry to report that we have all been victims of
misinformation. Rev. Stacy Pever Anzick, Glenbrook UMC, brought the truth to my
attention. The report yesterday (see message below) was not entirely true.
It took place in 2004 and Chad has since recovered. You can find the
entire story by going to www.truthorfiction.com
"FROM: Vicky Field, Granbury, TX
Sunday, I got a call from the Army that my son, Chad, had been shot in
the head.
He was in a Humvee going through Falujah fighting and a gang of militia
fighters fired on the Humvee. The driver got him out of the city and
took him to Baghdad. He was in fatal condition, but now has been upgraded
to stable critical."
(Chad has recovered from his wounds.)
______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
FROM Royce Scott, Pastor
Parkwood UMC in Pasadena is pleased to announce that our secretary,
Dana Rangel, has given birth to a beautiful, healthy baby girl.
_______________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Joe Machac, Wesley Mem UMC & Donna Alexander, Houston North
District, Retired Methodist minister Rev. Cecil McKee, 86, passed away
Wednesday,
January 11 in Huntsville, Texas. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm
Friday, January 13,
at Huntsville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 am Saturday,
January 14
at Wesley Memorial UMC in Huntsville, with Rev. Debbie Drost
officiating, followed
Please remember his wife, Ruth, and their family and friends in
your prayers.
Memorial tributes may be made online at www.mem.com.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Rev. T. Paul Kethley [pkethley@cox-internet.com] -
Children's Ministries Workshop - Saturday, February 4, 2006 - 8:30 a.m.
- 3:15 p.m.
First UMC Lindale; 402 West Hubbard Street; Lindale, Texas 75771
For a complete list of the Workshop Sessions and leaders, please
contact Rev. Kethley (email above). Visit Vendors and Displays.
Cost: $35 per person, if postmarked after January 6. Groups call for
a discounted rate. Scholarships are available. Contact: Martha Hagan
(903) 882-8506 or email: marthahagan@netzero.net for more information and
registration.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Sarah Smith, Memorial Drive UMC
They bring a new definition to the word "a capella." The Zambian
Vocal Group will perform at Memorial Drive UMC’s Accent on Music series
concert, Sunday, January 15th, 7 p.m., in the sanctuary. Seven young men
from Zambia will sing traditional hymns, original verse, and will
provide a combination of African rhythms, vocal percussion, and some complex
vocal harmonies. Admission is $5...tickets may be purchased at the
music office prior to the concert or at the door.
Memorial Drive UMC is located at 12955 Memorial Drive, Houston, a
block west of the Sam Houston Tollroad.
FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston
CHRISTOPHER HERRICK, an English concert organist devoted to
international performances, recording, and broadcasting, will play at St.
Paul's United Methodist Church on Friday, January 13, at 8 p.m.
For more about Herrick and his repertoire, see www.herrick.musician.
org.uk. To reach Donna Adair, e-mail: dadair@stpaulshouston.org.
Church: 713-528-0527; Cell: 713-705-6542
NEW STEPHEN MINISTRY TRAINING
A new three-month-long Stephen Ministry training class will begin at
St. Paul's UMC on Sunday, January 15. The sessions will be from 3 to 5
p.m. For more information, contact Rev. Thompson at 713-528-0527 or
terryt@stpaulshouston.org.
_____________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Cindy Masterson
Celebration Women’s Ministry presents a Leadership Connection Event,
"Equipped to Pray," Saturday, February 18, 2006, at FUMC, Gilmer, TX.
Time is 9:00- 3:30. Cost is $20.00 and includes breakfast and lunch.
Barbara Byerly will be our guest speaker. Barbara has traveled extensively
both nationally and internationally in her teaching ministry.
There will be worship, teaching, prayer time, and training for local
chapter Celebration leadership. Workshops on Prayer, Worship, Officer
Training, and Ministry Teams will be offered
For information about registration, call email
clmasterson@cableone.net or go to www.celebrationministries.org to
download a registration form.
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.
FROM Patty Wehn-Glowski
Magnolia UMC will host Dr. Jim Fleming, lecturing on "The Turning
Points of Jesus' Life," March 31 from 7-9:30pm and Saturday April 1st,
8:30-4:00pm. Six lectures in all. Snacks, and Lunch provided. Call Magnolia
UMC for information 281-356-6647. CEU credits available.
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
FROM John W. Harrington, Restorative Justice Coordinator, Beaumont
District----
Newly released from incarceration, needing churches to contact, they
have asked:
GIST UNIT: Juan Jose Morales, 501 N. 10th, Richmond, TX 77469 ph.
281
232 9112
TDCJ: Terry Lee Koelliker, 1932 Miller Dr., Bridge City, TX 77611
Kevin Haney, 4555 Hoffman, Vidor, TX 77662
Richard E. Vasquez, 6465 Cooledge, Groves, TX 77619 ph 409 962
0350--attended Kairos
Harvey Gordon, 1320 E. 17th St., Port Arthur, TX 77640 409 982 4309
Martie Boles Jr, 3304 10th St., Port Arthur, TX 77640 409 985 7706
David Elton, 2517 18th St. Port Arthur, TX 77642 409 983 6106
Shawn Bernard, 7605 9th Ave. #210 Port Arthur, TX 77842
Loe Benjamin, 8367 Davis Ave., Port Arthur, TX 77640 ph 409 736 1406
Darrell G. Colone, 1915 Sarah, Beaumont, TX 77705 ph. 409 843 6261
Troy Livingston, 2509 Cable Ave., Beaumont, TX 77704
Joe Anthony Allen, 4340 Westridge Ln., Apt 217, Beaumont, TX 77706 ph.
409 892 5255
Isaac Manuel, 5435 Spencer Dr., Beaumont, TX 77708--attended Kairos
Please contact these folks and invite them to Christian functions and
job fairs--it's the Wesleyan thing to do!
_______________________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
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Dottie Dumas, Pastor, St. Paul's UMC, Baytown -
Monday, Jan. 16, at 9:30 AM, I join the Bionic Women's Club! I will
have total hip replacement surgery at Methodist Hospital in the Texas
Medical Center. I'd appreciate your prayers. Looking forward to being 100%
again. Thanks so much for your prayers. God bless you and I'll miss
you at Elders Orders Retreat.
I'm sorry to report that we have all been victims of
misinformation. Rev. Stacy Pever Anzick, Glenbrook UMC, brought the truth to my
attention. The report yesterday (see message below) was not entirely true.
It took place in 2004 and Chad has since recovered. You can find the
entire story by going to www.truthorfiction.com
"FROM: Vicky Field, Granbury, TX
Sunday, I got a call from the Army that my son, Chad, had been shot in
the head.
He was in a Humvee going through Falujah fighting and a gang of militia
fighters fired on the Humvee. The driver got him out of the city and
took him to Baghdad. He was in fatal condition, but now has been upgraded
to stable critical."
(Chad has recovered from his wounds.)
______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
FROM Royce Scott, Pastor
Parkwood UMC in Pasadena is pleased to announce that our secretary,
Dana Rangel, has given birth to a beautiful, healthy baby girl.
_______________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Joe Machac, Wesley Mem UMC & Donna Alexander, Houston North
District, Retired Methodist minister Rev. Cecil McKee, 86, passed away
Wednesday,
January 11 in Huntsville, Texas. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm
Friday, January 13,
at Huntsville Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 am Saturday,
January 14
at Wesley Memorial UMC in Huntsville, with Rev. Debbie Drost
officiating, followed
Please remember his wife, Ruth, and their family and friends in
your prayers.
Memorial tributes may be made online at www.mem.com.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Rev. T. Paul Kethley [pkethley@cox-internet.com] -
Children's Ministries Workshop - Saturday, February 4, 2006 - 8:30 a.m.
- 3:15 p.m.
First UMC Lindale; 402 West Hubbard Street; Lindale, Texas 75771
For a complete list of the Workshop Sessions and leaders, please
contact Rev. Kethley (email above). Visit Vendors and Displays.
Cost: $35 per person, if postmarked after January 6. Groups call for
a discounted rate. Scholarships are available. Contact: Martha Hagan
(903) 882-8506 or email: marthahagan@netzero.net for more information and
registration.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Sarah Smith, Memorial Drive UMC
They bring a new definition to the word "a capella." The Zambian
Vocal Group will perform at Memorial Drive UMC’s Accent on Music series
concert, Sunday, January 15th, 7 p.m., in the sanctuary. Seven young men
from Zambia will sing traditional hymns, original verse, and will
provide a combination of African rhythms, vocal percussion, and some complex
vocal harmonies. Admission is $5...tickets may be purchased at the
music office prior to the concert or at the door.
Memorial Drive UMC is located at 12955 Memorial Drive, Houston, a
block west of the Sam Houston Tollroad.
FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston
CHRISTOPHER HERRICK, an English concert organist devoted to
international performances, recording, and broadcasting, will play at St.
Paul's United Methodist Church on Friday, January 13, at 8 p.m.
For more about Herrick and his repertoire, see www.herrick.musician.
org.uk. To reach Donna Adair, e-mail: dadair@stpaulshouston.org.
Church: 713-528-0527; Cell: 713-705-6542
NEW STEPHEN MINISTRY TRAINING
A new three-month-long Stephen Ministry training class will begin at
St. Paul's UMC on Sunday, January 15. The sessions will be from 3 to 5
p.m. For more information, contact Rev. Thompson at 713-528-0527 or
terryt@stpaulshouston.org.
_____________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Cindy Masterson
Celebration Women’s Ministry presents a Leadership Connection Event,
"Equipped to Pray," Saturday, February 18, 2006, at FUMC, Gilmer, TX.
Time is 9:00- 3:30. Cost is $20.00 and includes breakfast and lunch.
Barbara Byerly will be our guest speaker. Barbara has traveled extensively
both nationally and internationally in her teaching ministry.
There will be worship, teaching, prayer time, and training for local
chapter Celebration leadership. Workshops on Prayer, Worship, Officer
Training, and Ministry Teams will be offered
For information about registration, call email
clmasterson@cableone.net or go to www.celebrationministries.org to
download a registration form.
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.
FROM Patty Wehn-Glowski
Magnolia UMC will host Dr. Jim Fleming, lecturing on "The Turning
Points of Jesus' Life," March 31 from 7-9:30pm and Saturday April 1st,
8:30-4:00pm. Six lectures in all. Snacks, and Lunch provided. Call Magnolia
UMC for information 281-356-6647. CEU credits available.
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
FROM John W. Harrington, Restorative Justice Coordinator, Beaumont
District----
Newly released from incarceration, needing churches to contact, they
have asked:
GIST UNIT: Juan Jose Morales, 501 N. 10th, Richmond, TX 77469 ph.
281
232 9112
TDCJ: Terry Lee Koelliker, 1932 Miller Dr., Bridge City, TX 77611
Kevin Haney, 4555 Hoffman, Vidor, TX 77662
Richard E. Vasquez, 6465 Cooledge, Groves, TX 77619 ph 409 962
0350--attended Kairos
Harvey Gordon, 1320 E. 17th St., Port Arthur, TX 77640 409 982 4309
Martie Boles Jr, 3304 10th St., Port Arthur, TX 77640 409 985 7706
David Elton, 2517 18th St. Port Arthur, TX 77642 409 983 6106
Shawn Bernard, 7605 9th Ave. #210 Port Arthur, TX 77842
Loe Benjamin, 8367 Davis Ave., Port Arthur, TX 77640 ph 409 736 1406
Darrell G. Colone, 1915 Sarah, Beaumont, TX 77705 ph. 409 843 6261
Troy Livingston, 2509 Cable Ave., Beaumont, TX 77704
Joe Anthony Allen, 4340 Westridge Ln., Apt 217, Beaumont, TX 77706 ph.
409 892 5255
Isaac Manuel, 5435 Spencer Dr., Beaumont, TX 77708--attended Kairos
Please contact these folks and invite them to Christian functions and
job fairs--it's the Wesleyan thing to do!
_______________________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
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
Thursday, January 12, 2006
_PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________
FROM Rev. Mary Tennison:
The Patton and Tucker Family of Cedar Grove UMC (near Ore City) had a
house fire at their home near the church. Two people were hospitalized
at Good Shepherd Hospital and others suffered minor injuries. Please
pray for this family and I will supply more information as it is
received.
This is an excerpt from an email received from David Williamson,
retired Elder:
The facts are even worse than Mary must have known. Four children and
one adult died in the tragic fire that started from a defective "oxygen
machine" used by the elderly grandmother. At least three (and maybe
all) of the children were students at Ore City Schools....I talked and
grieved with five very young cousins of the family. Later, I counseled
with some older children and learned that one of the children who died in
the fire was one of the most popular girls in the middle school. He
name was Destiny, and a wall of the middle school was dedicated to
drawings and messages from the students in her memory.
A fund has been established at the Security State Bank in Ore City
to help this family who had very limited resources of their own even
before the fire which destroyed almost everything they had.
FROM Donna Alexander, Houston North District
Lisa White, Church Secretary of Montgomery UMC, is having serious
vision problems. She is currently undergoing testing and is hospitalized.
At this point, the doctors have been unable to determine the exact cause
of the problem. Surgery is planned in the immediate future due to the
extreme pressure in her eyes. An additional complication is Lisa's
severe diabetes.
Please join with us in prayer for God's healing, guidance and
comfort for Lisa, her family and her physicians.
FROM Bill Servis, Matagorda UMC
Prayers are requested for Johnnie Servis' brother Wayne Nichols who
will be taken off of life support on Friday afternoon at the hospital in
Odessa, Texas. Wayne has only 20% capacity of the use of his
lungs.Johnnie has been in Odessa for the last two weeks.
FROM Danny Barrett, FUMC Normangee/ Flynn
Would you, as brothers and sisters in Christ, lift up my 2-year-old
granddaughter Hanna. She is being admitted to Children's Hospital in
Dallas with a severe staph infection. She is a very sick little girl and I
and Vera would covet your prayers.
Anna Rohde in Longview received this email from a friend of
hers in
Pueblo, CO. Please pray for this young
soldier:
FROM: Vicky Field, Granbury, TX
Sunday, I got a call from the Army that my son, Chad, had been shot in
the head.
He was in a Humvee going through Falujah fighting and a gang of militia
fighters fired on the Humvee. The driver got him out of the city and
took him to Baghdad. He was in fatal condition, but now has been upgraded
to stable critical.
Please pray that my son will not have brain damage and that he will
be restored and healed ! by the blood of Jesus, and the grace of God. I
ask for you to pass this prayer request on so there will be many prayer
warriors praying for him. God Bless.
______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Michael D. Dent, Senior Pastor, Marvin UMC
Rev. Cecil McKee died Jan. 11 at his home in Huntsville after a long
battle with cancer.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Sarah Smith, Memorial Drive UMC
They bring a new definition to the word "a capella." The Zambian
Vocal Group will perform at Memorial Drive UMC’s Accent on Music series
concert, Sunday, January 15th, 7 p.m., in the sanctuary. Seven young men
from Zambia will sing traditional hymns, original verse, and will
provide a combination of African rhythms, vocal percussion, and some complex
vocal harmonies. Admission is $5...tickets may be purchased at the
music office prior to the concert or at the door.
Memorial Drive UMC is located at 12955 Memorial Drive, Houston, a
block west of the Sam Houston Tollroad.
FROM Cindy Masterson
Celebration Women’s Ministry presents a Leadership Connection Event,
"Equipped to Pray," Saturday, February 18, 2006, at FUMC, Gilmer, TX.
Time is 9:00- 3:30. Cost is $20.00 and includes breakfast and lunch.
Barbara Byerly will be our guest speaker. Barbara has traveled extensively
both nationally and internationally in her teaching ministry.
There will be worship, teaching, prayer time, and training for local
chapter Celebration leadership. Workshops on Prayer, Worship, Officer
Training, and Ministry Teams will be offered
For information about registration, call email
clmasterson@cableone.net or go to www.celebrationministries.org to
download a registration form.
FROM Richard Heyduck [rheyduck@txcumc.org]
A new site for the Commission on Archives and History is now up at:
http://txmethhistory.blogspot.com/. It will feature timely pieces on
Methodist history and will be a source for help on keeping and developing
your own histories.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Thebe Worden, Chair -
The Board of Managers, the governing board for the Cooperative
School of Christian Mission, will have its Winter meeting Friday, January
l3, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. It will be at Friendship UMC located at 252 Ford
Road, Porter, Texas. Lunch will be provided.
FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston
CHRISTOPHER HERRICK, an English concert organist devoted to
international performances, recording, and broadcasting, will play at St.
Paul's United Methodist Church on Friday, January 13, at 8 p.m.
Herrick performs regularly, both as a soloist and with orchestras,
throughout the world. His more than 30 recordings for Hyperion have
become a benchmark and include the complete works of Bach and the Organ
Fireworks series.
For more about Herrick and his repertoire, see www.herrick.musician.
org.uk. To reach Donna Adair, e-mail: dadair@stpaulshouston.org.
Church: 713-528-0527; Cell: 713-705-6542
NEW STEPHEN MINISTRY TRAINING
A new three-month-long Stephen Ministry training class will begin at
St. Paul's UMC on Sunday, January 15. The sessions will be from 3 to 5
p.m. For more information, contact Rev. Thompson at 713-528-0527 or
terryt@stpaulshouston.org.
_____________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Rev. Marlin Fenn
First United Methodist Church, Katy, will host Dr.Tim Bruster as
speaker of the tenth annual Coen Conference preaching series January 22 and
23. Dr. Bruster is Sr. Pastor of First United Methodist Church in Fort
Worth and a former member of the Texas Annual Conference. Services are
Sunday, January 22 at 8:30, 9:45, and 11:00am, and 7:00pm. Monday
service is at 7:00pm. Theme of the conference is "A Disciple’s Journey."
Church phone is 281-391-2121. Address is 5601 Fifth Street in Katy, 77493
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.
FROM Terry Dougherty
This may be a resource for some of our local churches in East TX:
FASTEN has little grants for Faith-based organizations to help with
emergency response and with community recovery & rebuilding. The deadline
is March 1, 2006. See the attached link for details:
http://www.fastennetwork.org/display.asp?Page=2006_INFO
_____________________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 Rev. Denise Jones
F/T Children's Ministries Director - Westbury UMC
A multi-cultural church in Southwest Houston. Experience working in
children's ministry is desired.
Contact: Rev. Denise Jones; 5200 Willowbend; Houston, Texas 77096;
713-723-0175 - denise1@westburyumc.org
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Kitty S. Key pastor, Sabine Pass UMC
Sabine Pass UMC is in need of a set of house plans which meet
Conference requirments, church budget, can be constructed by volunteer teams and
satisfy Codes for costal building. No small order for sure! If you have
an answer for our situation, please contact me at kfkey@hotmail.com
Visit our website for updates: www.sabinepassumc.org
FROM Rev. Mary Tennison:
The Patton and Tucker Family of Cedar Grove UMC (near Ore City) had a
house fire at their home near the church. Two people were hospitalized
at Good Shepherd Hospital and others suffered minor injuries. Please
pray for this family and I will supply more information as it is
received.
This is an excerpt from an email received from David Williamson,
retired Elder:
The facts are even worse than Mary must have known. Four children and
one adult died in the tragic fire that started from a defective "oxygen
machine" used by the elderly grandmother. At least three (and maybe
all) of the children were students at Ore City Schools....I talked and
grieved with five very young cousins of the family. Later, I counseled
with some older children and learned that one of the children who died in
the fire was one of the most popular girls in the middle school. He
name was Destiny, and a wall of the middle school was dedicated to
drawings and messages from the students in her memory.
A fund has been established at the Security State Bank in Ore City
to help this family who had very limited resources of their own even
before the fire which destroyed almost everything they had.
FROM Donna Alexander, Houston North District
Lisa White, Church Secretary of Montgomery UMC, is having serious
vision problems. She is currently undergoing testing and is hospitalized.
At this point, the doctors have been unable to determine the exact cause
of the problem. Surgery is planned in the immediate future due to the
extreme pressure in her eyes. An additional complication is Lisa's
severe diabetes.
Please join with us in prayer for God's healing, guidance and
comfort for Lisa, her family and her physicians.
FROM Bill Servis, Matagorda UMC
Prayers are requested for Johnnie Servis' brother Wayne Nichols who
will be taken off of life support on Friday afternoon at the hospital in
Odessa, Texas. Wayne has only 20% capacity of the use of his
lungs.Johnnie has been in Odessa for the last two weeks.
FROM Danny Barrett, FUMC Normangee/ Flynn
Would you, as brothers and sisters in Christ, lift up my 2-year-old
granddaughter Hanna. She is being admitted to Children's Hospital in
Dallas with a severe staph infection. She is a very sick little girl and I
and Vera would covet your prayers.
Anna Rohde in Longview received this email from a friend of
hers in
Pueblo, CO. Please pray for this young
soldier:
FROM: Vicky Field, Granbury, TX
Sunday, I got a call from the Army that my son, Chad, had been shot in
the head.
He was in a Humvee going through Falujah fighting and a gang of militia
fighters fired on the Humvee. The driver got him out of the city and
took him to Baghdad. He was in fatal condition, but now has been upgraded
to stable critical.
Please pray that my son will not have brain damage and that he will
be restored and healed ! by the blood of Jesus, and the grace of God. I
ask for you to pass this prayer request on so there will be many prayer
warriors praying for him. God Bless.
______________________________BIRTHS_______________________________
_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
FROM Michael D. Dent, Senior Pastor, Marvin UMC
Rev. Cecil McKee died Jan. 11 at his home in Huntsville after a long
battle with cancer.
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
______________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_________________________
FROM Sarah Smith, Memorial Drive UMC
They bring a new definition to the word "a capella." The Zambian
Vocal Group will perform at Memorial Drive UMC’s Accent on Music series
concert, Sunday, January 15th, 7 p.m., in the sanctuary. Seven young men
from Zambia will sing traditional hymns, original verse, and will
provide a combination of African rhythms, vocal percussion, and some complex
vocal harmonies. Admission is $5...tickets may be purchased at the
music office prior to the concert or at the door.
Memorial Drive UMC is located at 12955 Memorial Drive, Houston, a
block west of the Sam Houston Tollroad.
FROM Cindy Masterson
Celebration Women’s Ministry presents a Leadership Connection Event,
"Equipped to Pray," Saturday, February 18, 2006, at FUMC, Gilmer, TX.
Time is 9:00- 3:30. Cost is $20.00 and includes breakfast and lunch.
Barbara Byerly will be our guest speaker. Barbara has traveled extensively
both nationally and internationally in her teaching ministry.
There will be worship, teaching, prayer time, and training for local
chapter Celebration leadership. Workshops on Prayer, Worship, Officer
Training, and Ministry Teams will be offered
For information about registration, call email
clmasterson@cableone.net or go to www.celebrationministries.org to
download a registration form.
FROM Richard Heyduck [rheyduck@txcumc.org]
A new site for the Commission on Archives and History is now up at:
http://txmethhistory.blogspot.com/. It will feature timely pieces on
Methodist history and will be a source for help on keeping and developing
your own histories.
________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Thebe Worden, Chair -
The Board of Managers, the governing board for the Cooperative
School of Christian Mission, will have its Winter meeting Friday, January
l3, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. It will be at Friendship UMC located at 252 Ford
Road, Porter, Texas. Lunch will be provided.
FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston
CHRISTOPHER HERRICK, an English concert organist devoted to
international performances, recording, and broadcasting, will play at St.
Paul's United Methodist Church on Friday, January 13, at 8 p.m.
Herrick performs regularly, both as a soloist and with orchestras,
throughout the world. His more than 30 recordings for Hyperion have
become a benchmark and include the complete works of Bach and the Organ
Fireworks series.
For more about Herrick and his repertoire, see www.herrick.musician.
org.uk. To reach Donna Adair, e-mail: dadair@stpaulshouston.org.
Church: 713-528-0527; Cell: 713-705-6542
NEW STEPHEN MINISTRY TRAINING
A new three-month-long Stephen Ministry training class will begin at
St. Paul's UMC on Sunday, January 15. The sessions will be from 3 to 5
p.m. For more information, contact Rev. Thompson at 713-528-0527 or
terryt@stpaulshouston.org.
_____________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________
FROM Rev. Marlin Fenn
First United Methodist Church, Katy, will host Dr.Tim Bruster as
speaker of the tenth annual Coen Conference preaching series January 22 and
23. Dr. Bruster is Sr. Pastor of First United Methodist Church in Fort
Worth and a former member of the Texas Annual Conference. Services are
Sunday, January 22 at 8:30, 9:45, and 11:00am, and 7:00pm. Monday
service is at 7:00pm. Theme of the conference is "A Disciple’s Journey."
Church phone is 281-391-2121. Address is 5601 Fifth Street in Katy, 77493
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.
FROM Terry Dougherty
This may be a resource for some of our local churches in East TX:
FASTEN has little grants for Faith-based organizations to help with
emergency response and with community recovery & rebuilding. The deadline
is March 1, 2006. See the attached link for details:
http://www.fastennetwork.org/display.asp?Page=2006_INFO
_____________________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 Rev. Denise Jones
F/T Children's Ministries Director - Westbury UMC
A multi-cultural church in Southwest Houston. Experience working in
children's ministry is desired.
Contact: Rev. Denise Jones; 5200 Willowbend; Houston, Texas 77096;
713-723-0175 - denise1@westburyumc.org
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Kitty S. Key pastor, Sabine Pass UMC
Sabine Pass UMC is in need of a set of house plans which meet
Conference requirments, church budget, can be constructed by volunteer teams and
satisfy Codes for costal building. No small order for sure! If you have
an answer for our situation, please contact me at kfkey@hotmail.com
Visit our website for updates: www.sabinepassumc.org
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