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The following Prayer Concerns and Announcements were forwarded from the Area Provost's Office at the Texas Annual Conference Service Center.

Friday, March 31, 2006

__________________________PRAYER CONCERNS________________________

______________________________BIRTHS______________________________

_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

For those who might remember Randy Mullikin, formerly of our conference
and now serving Grace Community UMC in Fort Smith, Arkansas, his
mother, Athalia Mullikin, died early this morning in Longview, Texas.
Memorial service is scheduled for Tuesday, April 4th at 11 a.m. at First
Methodist, Longview.

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

___________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS___________________

FROM Glenda Albritton, FCBA, Business Manager~
Clear Lake UMC will host a Disaster Preparedness Informational Seminar
presented by Interfaith Ministries of Houston. Saturday, April 1st,
Clear Lake UMC Sanctuary, 9 am to 2 pm.
The seminar covers critical matters such as protecting your
families, staff, neighbors, property, and the business capabilities of your
church. It also offers participants information on how to better respond
after an event. It is designed for people who will serve as committee
members in their churches.
If you attend the seminar, Interfaith Ministries asks for a donation
of $100.00 per congregation. They will provide a manual and support
after the seminar for the churches that participate.
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Jessica
Starkschall at
713 533-4904 (jstarkschall@imgh.org).

Clear Lake UMC, 16335 El Camino Real, Houston, 281.488.5110.

________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Patty Wehn-Glowski~
Magnolia UMC will host a Bible Conference March 31 and April 1st. Dr.
Jim Fleming will be lecturing on "The Turning Points of Jesus' Life."
Registrations will be taken at the door. Call 281-356-6647 for more
information.

FROM Melissa Wilkins Brigman (melissabrigman@hotmail.com)~
On Saturday, April 1, Marvin UMC in Tyler is sponsoring EMPTY BOWLS, a
fundraiser for hunger relief. Over 60 one-of-a-kind bowls have been
designed by Marvin artists and friends. There will be a silent auction
that night to raise money, but you may go to the website at
www.marvinumc.com, click on Empty Bowls and follow the directions to place a bid
early.
The fun begins at 6 p.m. at Marvin UMC, 300 W. Erwin in Tyler, with
a great dinner, silent auction, music and moments of inspiration and
fun! Tickets for this great event are $15 each and may be purchased at
the door.

FROM Cindy Broyles~
Moody Memorial First UMC of Galveston is pleased to present 14-year old
concert organist Samuel Gaskin on Sunday, April 2, at 4:00 pm.
In his young life, Samuel has received numerous accolades for his
prowess and has gotten to meet and learn from some of the world’s best
organists. Come enjoy the music by one of southeast Texas’ own!

FROM John Dawson webminister@PayneSpriingsUMC,org~
OLD TIME REVIVAL - April 2 - 5 -
5:30 Snack supper Every Evening.
6:30 p.m. Worship begins Featuring Rev. Kay Alewine, Pastor of Arp UMC.
PAYNE SPRINGS METHODIST CHURCH; 9667 State Highway 198 South; Payne
Springs, TX 75156 (Palestine District)
For directions or more information, 903-451-2978 OR Rev. Elizabeth
Elizardo, Pastor@PayneSpringsUMC.org - Secretary@PayneSpringsUMC.org.
All Invited To Singing, Preaching, and Eating


FROM Kenneth Tielke, President, United Methodist Men~
All pastors and men's ministry leaders please pass this information on
to all the men in your congregation, and have this announcement read
from the pulpit on APRIL 2.
"All men of the Conference are invited and encouraged to attend the
Spring Men's Retreat sponsored by the Texas Conference Board of United
Methodist Men at Lakeview Methodist Conference Center, south of
Palestine, Friday evening through Sunday morning, April 28, 29, 30, 2006. You
will enjoy great speakers, great music, great fellowship and have a
great time. Bring your son or grandson or a friend. Register on-line at
http://www.tcumm.org/ under Spring Retreat, or contact Kenneth Tielke,
Conference UMM President, at 281-342-9677 for information or a
brochure.
MAILING DEADLINE IS APRIL 8.

FROM Anissa Cantin~
ATTENTION High School Students!
The IMPACT team from Texas A&M invites you to come spend some small
group sessions with college students who are devoted to Christ. They will
share their testimonies, tell you what they are experiencing in college
and answer questions you may have about college. Sessions will be small
groups, as well as large group talks, games, and worship.
WHEN: April 1st - April 2nd (Sat - Sun) 6:30 pm - 8 am -
WHERE: Crosby UMC; 1334 Runneburg Road; Crosby TX 77352 ~
$10 recommended donation to cover expenses and meals. Dinner served
at 6:30 pm; breakfast at 7 am Sunday morning.
This non-denominational event will be over before 8 am to allow you
time to return to your home church for service.
More information about the IMPACT group can be found at
www.impact.tamu.edu -
RSVP to Robin Hamel at rrhamel@yahoo.com or 281.467.9464.

FROM Kathie Mann, Director, Partners In Mission~
EARLY RESPONDER Training will be offered on April 1st & 2nd for those
who would like to be certified by UMCOR to go into a disaster area to
make home and churches SAFE, SANITARY and SECURE.
Attendance is limited to 2 representatives per church.
Contact Mary Ann Hodges, Conference Disaster Response Coordinator at
maryannhodges1@aim.com or 281-379-5091 for additional information
and/or a registration form.

FROM Michael Hunter (mhunter@aciglobal.com)~
Division of Youth (DOY) - Conference Council on Youth Ministry CCYM) -
will meet at Lufkin FUMC IN Lufkin, TX - Saturday, April 1, 2006 - DO
NOT COME ON FRIDAY.
For more information call: Michael Hunter - 254-359-4356, home;
903-388-1246, cell.

_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________


FROM Rev. Don White~
ENGAGED ENCOUNTER - UNITED METHODIST Weekend coming up-
On April 21-23, 2006, there will be an Engaged Encounter-United
Methodist weekend held in Dallas. (The next weekend in Houston will not be
until August 25-27, 2006.) This weekend experience, an approved
program of the General Board of Discipleship of The UMC, is available to
couples considering engagement, couples who are already engaged, and
newly-married couples up to year after the wedding. The focus of the weekend
is on the lifetime commitment we make in marriage, not on the wedding,
so it is appropriate for all of these couples. For information, the
Texas Engaged Encounter Contact Couple is: Rev. Don and Vivian White at
donvivwhite@juno.com .

________________________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 Amy Kelley~
ASSISTANT YOUTH DIRECTOR NEEDED:
Holy Covenant United Methodist Church, Katy, Texas, is currently
accepting applications for the position of Assistant Youth Director. It
is a full-time position with salary to be determined. Church membership
of 1,600.The responsibilities will include working closely with the
youth director in directing both youth and college ministries. A college
graduate with 2 or more years experience in both youth and family
ministries is most desired. Please submit resume, references and salary
requirements to Cliff Cheadle at cliffordcheadle@sbcglobal.net or you may
send it to: Holy Covenant U.M.C., 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX
77449. ATTN: Cliff Cheadle, SPR.

FROM Lauren R. Koenig, Director of Communications~
Preschool Director -
Bear Creek United Methodist Church School is a licensed, NAEYC
accredited school in Northwest Houston. Currently we have 250 students and a
staff of 35. The Director will manage the operations of Bear Creek
United Methodist Church School in cooperation with the School Board. We are
seeking experienced candidates with the demonstrated ability to
supervise personnel, manage funds, implement curriculum and maintain positive
relationships with parents and staff, other agencies and the general
public. Qualified candidates will meet the requirements for education and
experience of the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory
Services and NAEYC. Commitment to the NAEYC accreditation process and
experience in working with educational programs is preferred. he demonstrated
ability to lead and supervise others will be a vital qualification for
this role. Forward resume and supporting documentation to:
Jennifer Wilson; Bear Creek UMC School; 16000 Rippling Water;
Houston, Texas 77084; bcumcschool@yahoo.com

FROM Mary Jane Van Dussen, Pastor~
St. Mark's (Pecore) is accepting applications for anyone interested in
a part time (10-15 hours/week) position as Director of Children's
Ministries. The growth of our congregation is reflecting the demographics
of the Heights area and is a wonderful opportunity for someone wanting
to develop a program. Please call the church office (713/861-3104) or
email (office@smumc.org) to receive more information and a detailed job
description.

______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

Thursday, March 30, 2006

__________________________PRAYER CONCERNS________________________

FROM the Bryan District~
Rev. Wayne Middleton is in the hospital in Bellville. He stepped on a
nail while doing mission work in Beaumont over the weekend. He is
diabetic and has no feeling in his feet. The nail remained in his foot and
got abscessed. They removed the nail yesterday. Please pray for healing.

FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office~
Rev. Ken Golden, Redwater UMC in the Texarkana District, wants to let
everyone know that his father came through surgery fine. He will be out
of ICU by this afternoon. Doctors believe that they got all of the
cancer.

______________________________BIRTHS______________________________

FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office~
Richard and Pat Dowden, Avinger - Harris Chapel in the Texarkana
District, want to announce the birth of their grandson. The baby weighed in
at 9 pounds. Grandparents are excited and will be sure to share more
details later.

_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

FROM Dottie Dumas, Pastor, St. Paul's UMC, Baytown~
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I would appreciate prayers for our family, as my husband, Duwain's
stepmom passed away. We will be traveling Sunday evening and have a
brief family service in Rocksprings on Monday. Her name is Misse Dumas.
Duwain's dad's name is Bob Dumas and he will need many prayers to adjust
to life without her as he was her caregiver for the past few years. She
will be greatly missed by many people. Thank you for your prayers.

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

___________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS___________________

FROM John Dawson- webminister@PayneSpriingsUMC,org - Payne Springs UMC~
OLD TIME REVIVAL -
April 2 - 5 - Featuring Rev. Kay Alewine, Pastor of Arp TX UMC.
5:30 Snack supper Every Evening.
Worship begins at 6:30 p.m. with singing, preaching, and eating.
Payne Springs UMC; 9667 State Highway 198 South; Payne Springs, TX
75156 - (Palestine District); 903-451-2978 OR Rev. Elizabeth Elizardo at:
Pastor@PayneSpringsUMC.org - Secretary@PayneSpringsUMC.org

FROM Rev. Don White~
ENGAGED ENCOUNTER - UNITED METHODIST Weekend coming up-
On April 21-23, 2006, there will be an Engaged Encounter-United
Methodist weekend held in Dallas. (The next weekend in Houston will not be
until August 25-27, 2006.) This weekend experience, an approved
program of the General Board of Discipleship of The UMC, is available to
couples considering engagement, couples who are already engaged, and
newly-married couples up to year after the wedding. The focus of the weekend
is on the lifetime commitment we make in marriage, not on the wedding,
so it is appropriate for all of these couples. For information, the
Texas Engaged Encounter Contact Couple is: Rev. Don and Vivian White at
donvivwhite@juno.com .

________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Patty Wehn-Glowski~
Magnolia UMC will host a Bible Conference March 31 and April 1st. Dr.
Jim Fleming will be lecturing on "The Turning Points of Jesus' Life."
Registrations will be taken at the door. Call 281-356-6647 for more
information.

FROM Melissa Wilkins Brigman (melissabrigman@hotmail.com)~
On Saturday, April 1, Marvin UMC in Tyler is sponsoring EMPTY BOWLS, a
fundraiser for hunger relief. Over 60 one-of-a-kind bowls have been
designed by Marvin artists and friends. There will be a silent auction
that night to raise money, but you may go to the website at
www.marvinumc.com, click on Empty Bowls and follow the directions to place a bid
early.
The fun begins at 6 p.m. at Marvin UMC, 300 W. Erwin in Tyler, with
a great dinner, silent auction, music and moments of inspiration and
fun! Tickets for this great event are $15 each and may be purchased at
the door.

FROM Cindy Broyles~
Moody Memorial First UMC of Galveston is pleased to present 14-year old
concert organist Samuel Gaskin on Sunday, April 2, at 4:00 pm.
In 2001, at age 10, Samuel was the youngest recipient of the A.W.
Yeats Scholarship for Pipe Organ Study from First UMC of Beaumont. In
2005, as a 7th grader, he was selected as a national finalist for both the
Albert Schweitzer and the L. Cameron Johnson organ competitions. Samuel
was also awarded a 2005 French Organ Music Seminar scholarship to
travel to Paris to meet and learn from some of the world’s best organists.
In addition to performing in concert in three different cities this
spring, Samuel will be performing with Boston Brass at this summer’s
Meadowlark Music Festival in Lincoln, Nebraska. Come enjoy the music by one
of southeast Texas’ own!

FROM Kenneth Tielke, President, United Methodist Men~
All pastors and men's ministry leaders please pass this information on
to all the men in your congregation, and have this announcement read
from the pulpit on APRIL 2.
"All men of the Conference are invited and encouraged to attend the
Spring Men's Retreat sponsored by the Texas Conference Board of United
Methodist Men at Lakeview Methodist Conference Center, south of
Palestine, Friday evening through Sunday morning, April 28, 29, 30, 2006. You
will enjoy great speakers, great music, great fellowship and have a
great time. Bring your son or grandson or a friend. Register on-line at
http://www.tcumm.org/ under Spring Retreat, or contact Kenneth Tielke,
Conference UMM President, at 281-342-9677 for information or a
brochure.
MAILING DEADLINE IS APRIL 8.

FROM Anissa Cantin~
ATTENTION High School Students!
The IMPACT team from Texas A&M invites you to come spend some small
group sessions with college students who are devoted to Christ. They will
share their testimonies, tell you what they are experiencing in college
and answer questions you may have about college. Sessions will be small
groups, as well as large group talks, games, and worship.
WHEN: April 1st - April 2nd (Sat - Sun) 6:30 pm - 8 am -
WHERE: Crosby UMC; 1334 Runneburg Road; Crosby TX 77352 ~
$10 recommended donation to cover expenses and meals. Dinner served
at 6:30 pm; breakfast at 7 am Sunday morning.
This non-denominational event will be over before 8 am to allow you
time to return to your home church for service.
More information about the IMPACT group can be found at
www.impact.tamu.edu -
RSVP to Robin Hamel at rrhamel@yahoo.com or 281.467.9464.

FROM Kathie Mann, Director, Partners In Mission~
EARLY RESPONDER Training will be offered on April 1st & 2nd for those
who would like to be certified by UMCOR to go into a disaster area to
make home and churches SAFE, SANITARY and SECURE.
Attendance is limited to 2 representatives per church.
Contact Mary Ann Hodges, Conference Disaster Response Coordinator at
maryannhodges1@aim.com or 281-379-5091 for additional information
and/or a registration form.

FROM Michael Hunter (mhunter@aciglobal.com)~
Division of Youth (DOY) - Conference Council on Youth Ministry CCYM) -
will meet at Lufkin FUMC IN Lufkin, TX - Saturday, April 1, 2006 - DO
NOT COME ON FRIDAY.
For more information call: Michael Hunter - 254-359-4356, home;
903-388-1246, cell.

_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________

FROM Nancy Hairston~
Dr. J. Ellsworth Kalas will be at Tennison UMC in Mt. Pleasant for our
annual joint Lenten Series. Friday and Saturday, April 7-8, covered
dish meal begins at 6 pm, Fellowship Hall; Worship begins at 6:45 pm,
Sanctuary. Sunday, April 9, morning worship at 10:50, Sanctuary. The church
is on Church and 3rd (313 Church), 903-572-5341.

FROM Tanya Sterling~
JOY Ministry - a ministry of First Methodist Houston (Westpark and
Beltway 8) that joyfully reaches out to those with Special Needs and their
Families - annouces:
JOY RESPITE NIGHTS - an opportunity for parents of children with
disabilities and their siblings to enjoy a Friday night out while their
children are well cared for and have FUN!
JOY SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP - our one-day summer adventure camp
designed to help school-age children with special needs and their siblings
enjoy a one-day summer camp within a God-centered, safe environment. The
JOY Summer camp will be held at Wesley Academy (on First Methodist’s
campus) on June 23, 2006 from 9am-1pm.
Please contact Tanya Sterling/Director-JOY Ministry for more
information - 713.458.4797.

________________________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 Amy Kelley~
ASSISTANT YOUTH DIRECTOR NEEDED:
Holy Covenant United Methodist Church, Katy, Texas, is currently
accepting applications for the position of Assistant Youth Director. It
is a full-time position with salary to be determined. Church membership
of 1,600.The responsibilities will include working closely with the
youth director in directing both youth and college ministries. A college
graduate with 2 or more years experience in both youth and family
ministries is most desired. Please submit resume, references and salary
requirements to Cliff Cheadle at cliffordcheadle@sbcglobal.net or you may
send it to: Holy Covenant U.M.C., 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX
77449. ATTN: Cliff Cheadle, SPR.

FROM Lauren R. Koenig, Director of Communications~
Preschool Director -
Bear Creek United Methodist Church School is a licensed, NAEYC
accredited school in Northwest Houston. Currently we have 250 students and a
staff of 35. The Director will manage the operations of Bear Creek
United Methodist Church School in cooperation with the School Board. We are
seeking experienced candidates with the demonstrated ability to
supervise personnel, manage funds, implement curriculum and maintain positive
relationships with parents and staff, other agencies and the general
public. Qualified candidates will meet the requirements for education and
experience of the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory
Services and NAEYC. Commitment to the NAEYC accreditation process and
experience in working with educational programs is preferred. he demonstrated
ability to lead and supervise others will be a vital qualification for
this role. Forward resume and supporting documentation to:
Jennifer Wilson; Bear Creek UMC School; 16000 Rippling Water;
Houston, Texas 77084; bcumcschool@yahoo.com

FROM Mary Jane Van Dussen, Pastor~
St. Mark's (Pecore) is accepting applications for anyone interested in
a part time (10-15 hours/week) position as Director of Children's
Ministries. The growth of our congregation is reflecting the demographics
of the Heights area and is a wonderful opportunity for someone wanting
to develop a program. Please call the church office (713/861-3104) or
email (office@smumc.org) to receive more information and a detailed job
description.

______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

FROM Nikki Waits~
We, at Beneke Methodist Church in Houston, Texas, are a small loving
Hispanic congregation that truly believes in miracles. We are prayerfully
looking for a small bus- type vehicle that will enable us to shuttle
many of our congregants (especially the children) to and from our regular
church activities. As we are grateful for our many blessings, we know
God will provide. If anyone is able to donate such a gift, please
contact our Minister, Jose Cortinas, at 713-695-2582. May each of you that
reads this message be touched with the love of our Saviour.

FROM Sherri Kelley~
The Conference Division of Single Adult Ministry is trying to find
another division or group who would like to share the expenses of booking
Sam Glenn, motivational speaker, author, humorist, & chalk artist. The
DoSAM would like to book him for Sun., May 28, for their Annual
Conference banquet. He's willing to do two presentations for the price of one.
He would prefer to do both presentations on May 28. His website is
www.samglenn.com. If this would be of interest to you and your group,
please contact sherikelley@mdumc.org or call 713/468-8356, ext. 119 as soon
as possible.

Wednesday, March 29, 2006

__________________________PRAYER CONCERNS________________________

______________________________BIRTHS______________________________

_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

___________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS___________________

FROM Cindy Broyles~
Moody Memorial First UMC of Galveston is pleased to present 14-year old
concert organist Samuel Gaskin on Sunday, April 2, at 4:00 pm.
In 2001, at age 10, Samuel was the youngest recipient of the A.W.
Yeats Scholarship for Pipe Organ Study from First UMC of Beaumont. In
2005, as a 7th grader, he was selected as a national finalist for both the
Albert Schweitzer and the L. Cameron Johnson organ competitions. Samuel
was also awarded a 2005 French Organ Music Seminar scholarship to
travel to Paris to meet and learn from some of the world’s best organists.
In addition to performing in concert in three different cities this
spring, Samuel will be performing with Boston Brass at this summer’s
Meadowlark Music Festival in Lincoln, Nebraska. Come enjoy the music by one
of southeast Texas’ own!

FROM Nancy Hairston~
Dr. J. Ellsworth Kalas will be at Tennison UMC in Mt. Pleasant for our
annual joint Lenten Series. Friday and Saturday, April 7-8, covered
dish meal begins at 6 pm, Fellowship Hall; Worship begins at 6:45 pm,
Sanctuary. Sunday, April 9, morning worship at 10:50, Sanctuary. The church
is on Church and 3rd (313 Church), 903-572-5341.

FROM Tanya Sterling~
JOY Ministry - a ministry of First Methodist Houston (Westpark and
Beltway 8) that joyfully reaches out to those with Special Needs and their
Families - annouces:
JOY RESPITE NIGHTS - an opportunity for parents of children with
disabilities and their siblings to enjoy a Friday night out while their
children are well cared for and have FUN!
JOY SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP - our one-day summer adventure camp
designed to help school-age children with special needs and their siblings
enjoy a one-day summer camp within a God-centered, safe environment. The
JOY Summer camp will be held at Wesley Academy (on First Methodist’s
campus) on June 23, 2006 from 9am-1pm.
Please contact Tanya Sterling/Director-JOY Ministry for more
information - 713.458.4797.

FROM Mary Brown, Texas Conference UMW, Communication Coordinator~
The Texas Conference United Methodist Women Language Coordinators
invite you to the Second Annual Cultural Event: "Getting to Know You,
Getting to Know the UMW."
It is set for April 29 at 9:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. at Chandler United
Methodist Church in Chandler, Texas (Tyler District).
The purpose of the event is to introduce the work of the UMW, to
nurture and expand the understanding of mission with women, children,
youth and families. We also hope to build better community between
different language groups that are not yet participating in the organization.
Activities at this event will help to enable all groups to organize
local units and/or circles in the churches, eliminating barriers that
prevent participation by listening to suggestions and comments offered by
prospective members.
Mary Tipton, Asian Language Coordinator says, we hope to share warm
fellowship, mutual love of Christ and His Saving Grace, His Mission to
the world, and partake of ethnic and other refreshments. Speakers will
include messages from Virginia Gill, South Central Jurisdiction, and
Dr.Glenna Kyker Brayton, Native Indian Ministries.
Health kits for UMCOR depot will be collected on a voluntary basis.
If you desire other information or if you need transportation to the
event, please contact: Mary Tipton, 281-565-7027; Emy Hernaez, Spanish
Language Coordinator-409 727-0656.

________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Patty Wehn-Glowski~
Magnolia UMC will host a Bible Conference March 31 and April 1st. Dr.
Jim Fleming will be lecturing on "The Turning Points of Jesus' Life."
Registrations will be taken at the door. Call 281-356-6647 for more
information.

FROM Melissa Wilkins Brigman (melissabrigman@hotmail.com)~
On Saturday, April 1, Marvin UMC in Tyler is sponsoring EMPTY BOWLS, a
fundraiser for hunger relief. Over 60 one-of-a-kind bowls have been
designed by Marvin artists and friends. There will be a silent auction
that night to raise money, but some of the bowls are already on the Marvin
website for preview and early bidding. Go to the website at
www.marvinumc.com, click on Empty Bowls and follow the directions to place a bid.
The fun begins at 6 p.m. at Marvin UMC, 300 W. Erwin in Tyler, with
a great dinner, silent auction, music and moments of inspiration and
fun! Tickets are still available for this great event at $15 each and
they also may be purchased at the door.

FROM Anissa Cantin~
ATTENTION High School Students!
The IMPACT team from Texas A&M invites you to come spend time in small
group devotion time with college students who are devoted to Christ.
They will share their testimonies as well as what they are experiencing
in college and will answer questions high schoolers have about college.
Sessions will be small groups, as well as large group talks, games, and
worship.
WHEN: April 1st - April 2nd (Sat - Sun) 6:30 pm - 8 am -
WHERE: Crosby UMC; 1334 Runneburg Road; Crosby TX 77352 ~
$10 recommended donation to cover expenses and meals. Dinner served
at 6:30 pm; breakfast at 7 am Sunday morning.
This non-denominational event will be over before 8 am to allow you
time to return to your home church for service.
More information about the IMPACT group can be found at
www.impact.tamu.edu -
RSVP to Robin Hamel at rrhamel@yahoo.com or 281.467.9464.

FROM Kathie Mann, Director, Partners In Mission~
EARLY RESPONDER Training will be offered on April 1st & 2nd for those
who would like to be certified by UMCOR to go into a disaster area to
make home and churches SAFE, SANITARY and SECURE.
Classes will be at Woodlands UMC on April 1st 9 AM - 3 PM and at
Summit UMC in Marshall on April 2nd 2 - 8 PM. Cost is $15, which includes
a T-shirt, badge & meal. Advanced Registration is required.
Attendance is limited to 2 representatives per church.
Contact Mary Ann Hodges, Conference Disaster Response Coordinator at
maryannhodges1@aim.com or 281-379-5091 for additional information
and/or a registration form.
Texas Annual Conference; 5215 Main St.; Houston, Texas 77002 -
713-521-9383; FAX 713-521-3724

FROM Michael Hunter (mhunter@aciglobal.com)~
DIVISION OF YOUTH (DOY) -
CONFERENCE COUNCIL ON YOUTH MINISTRY (CCYM) -
will meet at LUFKIN FUMC IN LUFKIN, TEXAS -
Saturday, April 1, 2006
Division of Youth (DOY) will meet at 9:00 AM; CCYM will meet at
11:30 AM. We will have lunch during the CCYM meeting. We will try and be
done by 3:00 PM.
Please DO NOT show up Friday night. there WILL NOT be anyone there.
We ARE NOT HAVING ANYTHING FRIDAY NIGHT - Only Saturday morning, April
1, 2006.
For more information call: Michael Hunter - 254-359-4356, home;
903-388-1246, cell.

_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________

FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston~
We have several events going on in the life of our church that we think
would be of interest. The dates are listed below and you will find more
information about each event listed on our Web site,
www.stpaulshouston.org, on either our Home Page or on the Calendar. You are cordially
invited to attend and we hope you join us as follows:

> March 30 - Lenten Recital Series - Harp & Piano Artists - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 4-6 - Lenten Recital Series - Madrigal Singers - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 5 & 12 - Parent Education Lecture Series - "Mothering
Daughters" will be on
April 5, "Mothering Sons" will be on April 12. - Both
dates 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. -
> April 6 - Tour St. Paul’s Church with Prime Timers - 11 a.m. -
> April 6 - Director of Accreditation for the National
Association for the Education of
Young Children, Kim Means - 7 to 9 p.m. -

St. Paul’s, 5501 Main Street, is on the corner of Main and
Binz/Bissonnet, across from the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

FROM Sarah Smith~
Memorial Drive United Methodist Church’s chancel choir, soloists, and
orchestra will present Mozart’s Requiem on Palm Sunday, April 9, at 7
p.m., in the sanctuary. No admission charge. MDUMC is located at 12955
Memorial Drive, one block west of Beltway 8 in west Houston, between the
Beltway and Wilcrest. You are cordially invited to attend. Church:
(713) 468-8356 ext. 126.

FROM Robert Johnson~
eChurch, the National Leadership and Ministry Development Conference
hosted annually by Windsor Village UMC, is scheduled for April 19-22,
2006. Using the theme, "Reality DNA: the Essential Elements of Making
Visions Happen," this year’s conference will provide strategies,
inspirational stories and applicable practices that will help anyone with a
God-given dream or vision to turn that vision into a reality!
Along with host pastor Kirbyjon Caldwell, the line-up of speakers
includes top UM leaders and pastors, Pam Gardner, VP of Operations with
the Houston Astros and Joseph High, Senior VP of Human Resources of
Owens Corning.
The Conference begins with a worship celebration on Wednesday, April
19, 7:00 p.m. at Windsor Village’s Heatherbrook location, and ends
Saturday morning, April 22, with a Breakfast, 8:30 a.m., at the Power
Center (124101 South Post Oak Road, Houston, TX 77045).
This tremendous program, offered for only $119.00, is easily the most
affordable Leadership Conference in the country!
A limited number of full scholarships are available for pastors and
laity of ethnic local churches on a "first-come-first-serve" basis.
For scholarship information, please call Robert Johnson at 713-723-8187,
ext. 237.
For more information on the entire conference, please call Marilyn
Cooper at 713-723-8187, ext. 240, or visit Windsor Village’s website,
www.kingdombuilders.com.:

FROM Kenneth Tielke, President, United Methodist Men~
Men's Spring Retreat at Lakeview - April 28, 29, 30 -
All pastors and men's ministry leaders please pass this information on
to all the men in your congregation, and have this announcement read
from the pulpit 4/2.
All men of the Conference are invited and encouraged to attend the
Spring Men's Retreat sponsored by the Texas Conference Board of United
Methodist Men at Lakeview Methodist Conference Center, south of
Palestine, Friday evening through Sunday morning, April 28, 29, 30, 2006. You
will enjoy great speakers, great music, great fellowship and have a
great time. Bring your son or grandson or a friend. Register on-line at
http://www.tcumm.org/ under Spring Retreat, or contact Kenneth Tielke,
Conference UMM President, at 281-342-9677 for information or a
brochure. Mailing deadline is April 8.

________________________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 Amy Kelley~
ASSISTANT YOUTH DIRECTOR NEEDED:
Holy Covenant United Methodist Church, Katy, Texas, is currently
accepting applications for the position of Assistant Youth Director. It
is a full-time position with salary to be determined. Church membership
of 1,600.The responsibilities will include working closely with the
youth director in directing both youth and college ministries. A college
graduate with 2 or more years experience in both youth and family
ministries is most desired. Please submit resume, references and salary
requirements to Cliff Cheadle at cliffordcheadle@sbcglobal.net or you may
send it to: Holy Covenant U.M.C., 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX
77449. ATTN: Cliff Cheadle, SPR.

From FUMC Lake Jackson, TX~
DIRECTOR of MUSIC MINISTRIES -
First United Methodist Church, Lake Jackson, Texas, is currently
accepting applications for the position of Director of Music Ministries to
provide leadership for the church services and music and arts activities
of the church, working with the Senior Pastor. Full-time position with
health and pension benefits. Church membership of 1,500. Lake Jackson
has population of 27,000 and is an hour's drive south of Houston.
Email resume to Deana Keller @ ljfumc@swbell.net or mail to FUMC,
404 Azalea,
Lake Jackson, TX 77566

FROM Bob Webb~
A dynamic and Christ-centered congregation located in a high-growth
part of Houston, Texas, Westminster United Methodist Church, is looking
for a dynamic, Christ-centered person to serve as our full-time Director
of Youth and Family Ministries. The responsibilities will include
working closely with the pastor in directing both children and youth
ministries. A college graduate with 2 or more years experience in both youth
and children/family ministries is most desired. Please submit resume
and references to Bob Webb, at Westminster United Methodist Church, 5801
San Felipe, Houston, 77057; or e-mail: bob@wumc.com; or FAX:
713-977-0340. Salary is negotiable.

FROM Mary Lee Lawson ~
Business Manager for John Wesley UMC -
3200-member church in northwest Houston, TX seeks a full-time Business
Manager. Responsible for operational and administrative affairs of the
church. Position to include building operations/maintenance, financial
planning/management and personnel management. Email resume to George
Schmidt at george.schmidt@earthlink.net.

______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

FROM Nikki Waits~
We, at Beneke Methodist Church in Houston, Texas, are a small loving
Hispanic congregation that truly believes in miracles. We are prayerfully
looking for a small bus- type vehicle that will enable us to shuttle
many of our congregants (especially the children) to and from our regular
church activities. As we are grateful for our many blessings, we know
God will provide. If anyone is able to donate such a gift, please
contact our Minister, Jose Cortinas, at 713-695-2582. May each of you that
reads this message be touched with the love of our Saviour.

FROM Sherri Kelley~
The Conference Division of Single Adult Ministry is trying to find
another division or group who would like to share the expenses of booking
Sam Glenn, motivational speaker, author, humorist, & chalk artist. The
DoSAM would like to book him for Sun., May 28, for their Annual
Conference banquet. He's willing to do two presentations for the price of one.
He would prefer to do both presentations on May 28. His website is
www.samglenn.com. If this would be of interest to you and your group,
please contact sherikelley@mdumc.org or call 713/468-8356, ext. 119 as soon
as possible.

Tuesday, March 28, 2006

__________________________PRAYER CONCERNS________________________

______________________________BIRTHS______________________________

FROM Rev. Dr. Frank and Margo Varro~
We are happy to announce the birth of our third grandson, Joshua Wade
Varro, born to our son Robert and daughter-in-law Dawn Varro--Rob and
Dawn's first. Joshua was born at 1:10 a.m., Friday, March 24, 2006, at
Houston Northwest Hospital. He was 8 lbs, 2 oz., and 21" long, with lots
of black hair. Thank you for joining us in thanksgiving for this
wonderful gift from God!

_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

FROM Donna Moody, Beaumont Dist.~
We have moved. Here is our new contact information:
Physical address - 701 Calder, Beaumont 77701. Mailing address - P. O.
Box 4004, Beaumont 77704. Telephone - 409.833.9510; Fax - 409.833.951;
Email address - bmtdistumc@sbcglobal.net.

___________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS___________________

FROM Sarah Smith~
Memorial Drive United Methodist Church’s chancel choir, soloists, and
orchestra will present Mozart’s Requiem on Palm Sunday, April 9, at 7
p.m., in the sanctuary. No admission charge. MDUMC is located at 12955
Memorial Drive, one block west of Beltway 8 in west Houston, between the
Beltway and Wilcrest. You are cordially invited to attend. Church:
(713) 468-8356 ext. 126.

FROM Robert Johnson~
eChurch, the National Leadership and Ministry Development Conference
hosted annually by Windsor Village UMC is fast approaching, scheduled for
April 19-22, 2006. Using the theme, "Reality DNA: the Essential
Elements of Making Visions Happen," this year’s conference will provide
strategies, inspirational stories, applicable practices that will help all of
us - leaders, pastors, mothers, fathers, community leaders,
entrepreneurs and anyone with anyone with a God-given dream or vision - to turn
their visions into realities!
Along with host pastor, Kirbyjon Caldwell, the line-up of speakers
includes leading United Methodist leaders and pastors. The conference
will also feature Pam Gardner, VP of Operations with the Houston Astros,
and Joseph High, Senior VP of Human Resources of Owens Corning.
The Conference begins with a worship celebration on Wednesday, April
19, 7:00 p.m. at Windsor Village’s Heatherbrook location, and ends
Saturday morning, April 22, with a Breakfast, 8:30 a.m., at the Power
Center (124101 South Post Oak Road, Houston, TX 77045).
This tremendous program is offered to you at a cost of only $119.00!
This is easily the most affordable Leadership Conference in the
country!
A limited number of full scholarships are available for pastors and
laity of ethnic local churches on a "first-come-first-serve" basis.
For more information on these scholarships, please call Robert Johnson at
713-723-8187, ext. 237.
For more information on the entire conference, please call Marilyn
Cooper at 713-723-8187, ext. 240, or visit Windsor Village’s website,
www.kingdombuilders.com.:

FROM Kenneth Tielke, President, United Methodist Men~
Men's Spring Retreat at Lakeview - April 28, 29, 30 -
All pastors and men's ministry leaders please pass this information on
to all the men in your congregation, and have this announcement read
from the pulpit 4/2.
All men of the Conference are invited and encouraged to attend the
Spring Men's Retreat sponsored by the Texas Conference Board of United
Methodist Men at Lakeview Methodist Conference Center, south of
Palestine, Friday evening through Sunday morning, April 28, 29, 30, 2006. You
will enjoy great speakers, great music, great fellowship and have a
great time. Bring your son or grandson or a friend. Register on-line at
http://www.tcumm.org/ under Spring Retreat, or contact Kenneth Tielke,
Conference UMM President, at 281-342-9677 for information or a
brochure. Mailing deadline is April 8.

FROM Mary Brown, Texas Conference UMW, Communication Coordinator~
The Texas Conference United Methodist Women Language Coordinators
invite you to the Second Annual Cultural Event. "Getting to Know You,
Getting to Know the UMW".
It is set for April 29 at 9:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. at Chandler United
Methodist Church in Chandler, Texas (Tyler District).
The purpose of the event is to introduce the work of thr UMC, to
nurture and expand the understanding of mission with women, children,
youth and families. We also hope to build better community between
different language groups that are not yet participating in the organization.
Activities at this event will help to enable all groups to organize
local units and/or circles in the churches, eliminating barriers that
prevent participation by listening to suggestions and comments offered by
prospective members.
Mary Tipton, Asian Language Coordinator says, we hope to share warm
fellowship, mutual love of Christ and His Saving Grace, His Mission to
the world, and partake of ethnic and other refreshments. Speakers will
include messages from Virginia Gill, South Central Jurisdiction, and
Dr.Glenna Kyker Brayton, Native Indian Ministries.
Health kits for UMCOR depot will be collected on a voluntary basis.
If you desire other information or if you need transportation to the
event, please contact: Mary Tipton, 281-565-7027; Emy Hernaez, Spanish
Language Coordinator-409 727-0656.

FROM Glenna Brayton ~
The Conference Committee on Native American Ministry [CONAM] has
college scholarships for Native American students who are members of TAC
UMC's.
Preference is given to students attending UM colleges and universities,
but students attending other universities are considered. Contact
Glenna Brayton at 281-391-5797 for more information.


________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Patty Wehn-Glowski~
Magnolia UMC will host a Bible Conference March 31 and April 1st. Dr.
Jim Fleming will be lecturing on "The Turning Points of Jesus' Life."
Registrations will be taken at the door. Call 281-356-6647 for more
information.

FROM Melissa Wilkins Brigman (melissabrigman@hotmail.com)~
On April 1, Marvin UMC in Tyler is sponsoring EMPTY BOWLS, a fundraiser
for hunger relief. Over 60 one-of-a-kind bowls have been designed by
Marvin artists and friends. There will be a silent auction on that night
to raise money, but some of the bowls are already on the Marvin website
for preview and for early bidding. You can go to the Marvin website
(www.marvinumc.com) and click on Empty Bowls. Follow the directions to
place a bid on a bowl.
Also, tickets are still available for this great event on Saturday,
April 1.
The fun begins at 6 p.m. at Marvin UMC, 300 W. Erwin in Tyler with a
great dinner, silent auction, music and moments of inspiration and fun!
Tickets are $15 each and may be purchased at the door.

FROM Anissa Cantin~
ATTENTION High School Students!
The IMPACT team from Texas A&M invites you to come spend time in small
group devotion time with college students who are devoted to Christ.
They will share their testimonies as well as what they are experiencing
in college and will answer questions high schoolers have about college.
Sessions will be small groups, as well as large group talks, games, and
worship.
WHEN: April 1st - April 2nd (Sat - Sun) 6:30 pm - 8 am -
WHERE: Crosby UMC; 1334 Runneburg Road; Crosby TX 77352 ~
$10 recommended donation to cover expenses and meals. Dinner served
at 6:30 pm; breakfast at 7 am Sunday morning.
This non-denominational event will be over before 8 am to allow you
time to return to your home church for service.
More information about the IMPACT group can be found at
www.impact.tamu.edu -
RSVP to Robin Hamel at rrhamel@yahoo.com or 281.467.9464.

FROM Kathie Mann, Director, Partners In Mission~
EARLY RESPONDER Training will be offered on April 1st & 2nd for those
who would like to be certified by UMCOR to go into a disaster area to
make home and churches SAFE, SANITARY and SECURE.
Classes will be at Woodlands UMC on April 1st 9 AM - 3 PM and at
Summit UMC in Marshall on April 2nd 2 - 8 PM. Cost is $15, which includes
a T-shirt, badge & meal. Advanced Registration is required.
Attendance is limited to 2 representatives per church.
Contact Mary Ann Hodges, Conference Disaster Response Coordinator at
maryannhodges1@aim.com or 281-379-5091 for additional information
and/or a registration form.
Texas Annual Conference; 5215 Main St.; Houston, Texas 77002 -
713-521-9383; FAX 713-521-3724

FROM Michael Hunter (mhunter@aciglobal.com)~
DIVISION OF YOUTH (DOY) -
CONFERENCE COUNCIL ON YOUTH MINISTRY (CCYM) -
will meet at LUFKIN FUMC IN LUFKIN, TEXAS -
Saturday, April 1, 2006
Division of Youth (DOY) will meet at 9:00 AM; CCYM will meet at
11:30 AM. We will have lunch during the CCYM meeting. We will try and be
done by 3:00 PM.
Please DO NOT show up Friday night. there WILL NOT be anyone there.
We ARE NOT HAVING ANYTHING FRIDAY NIGHT - Only Saturday morning, April
1, 2006.
For more information call: Michael Hunter - 254-359-4356, home;
903-388-1246, cell.

_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________

FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston~
We have several events going on in the life of our church that we think
would be of interest. The dates are listed below and you will find more
information about each event listed on our Web site,
www.stpaulshouston.org, on either our Home Page or on the Calendar. You are cordially
invited to attend and we hope you join us as follows:

> March 30 - Lenten Recital Series - Harp & Piano Artists - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 4-6 - Lenten Recital Series - Madrigal Singers - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 5 & 12 - Parent Education Lecture Series - "Mothering
Daughters" will be on
April 5, "Mothering Sons" will be on April 12. - Both
dates 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. -
> April 6 - Tour St. Paul’s Church with Prime Timers - 11 a.m. -
> April 6 - Director of Accreditation for the National
Association for the Education of
Young Children, Kim Means - 7 to 9 p.m. -

St. Paul’s, 5501 Main Street, is on the corner of Main and
Binz/Bissonnet, across from the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

FROM Randy Young~
Come join Wesley UMC in our Spring Revival Theme:(SPIRITUAL GROWTH WITH
HOPE) March 27-29, 2006.
Guest revivalist is the Rev. Ronnie Booker of Greater St Matthew's
Baptist Church. Time is 7:00pm nightly.
Address - 7225 Homestad Rd. Houston, TX 77028.
Directions to the church are: From 610 (north or south) exit Homestead
then proceed north to the Church. We will be looking for YOU!

________________________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 FUMC Lake Jackson, TX~
DIRECTOR of MUSIC MINISTRIES -
First United Methodist Church, Lake Jackson, Texas, is currently
accepting applications for the position of Director of Music Ministries to
provide leadership for the church services and music and arts activities
of the church, working with the Senior Pastor. Full-time position with
health and pension benefits. Church membership of 1,500. Lake Jackson
has population of 27,000 and is an hour's drive south of Houston.
Email resume to Deana Keller @ ljfumc@swbell.net or mail to FUMC,
404 Azalea,
Lake Jackson, TX 77566

FROM Bob Webb~
A dynamic and Christ-centered congregation located in a high-growth
part of Houston, Texas, Westminster United Methodist Church, is looking
for a dynamic, Christ-centered person to serve as our full-time Director
of Youth and Family Ministries. The responsibilities will include
working closely with the pastor in directing both children and youth
ministries. A college graduate with 2 or more years experience in both youth
and children/family ministries is most desired. Please submit resume
and references to Bob Webb, at Westminster United Methodist Church, 5801
San Felipe, Houston, 77057; or e-mail: bob@wumc.com; or FAX:
713-977-0340. Salary is negotiable.

FROM Mary Lee Lawson ~
Business Manager for John Wesley UMC -
3200-member church in northwest Houston, TX seeks a full-time Business
Manager. Responsible for operational and administrative affairs of the
church. Position to include building operations/maintenance, financial
planning/management and personnel management. Email resume to George
Schmidt at george.schmidt@earthlink.net.

______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

FROM Nikki Waits~
We, at Beneke Methodist Church in Houston, Texas, are a small loving
Hispanic congregation that truly believes in miracles. We are prayerfully
looking for a small bus- type vehicle that will enable us to shuttle
many of our congregants (especially the children) to and from our regular
church activities. As we are grateful for our many blessings, we know
God will provide. If anyone is able to donate such a gift, please
contact our Minister, Jose Cortinas, at 713-695-2582. May each of you that
reads this message be touched with the love of our Saviour.

FROM Sherri Kelley~
The Conference Division of Single Adult Ministry is trying to find
another division or group who would like to share the expenses of booking
Sam Glenn, motivational speaker, author, humorist, & chalk artist. The
DoSAM would like to book him for Sun., May 28, for their Annual
Conference banquet. He's willing to do two presentations for the price of one.
He would prefer to do both presentations on May 28. His website is
www.samglenn.com. If this would be of interest to you and your group,
please contact sherikelley@mdumc.org or call 713/468-8356, ext. 119 as soon
as possible.

FROM Charles Jordan~
Lake Houston UMC has a Conn Organ that we would like to donate to a
church - it needs a little work on the peddles - but works for the most
part - please email me at lhumcpastor@nctv.com.
__________________________PRAYER CONCERNS________________________

______________________________BIRTHS______________________________

FROM Rev. Dr. Frank and Margo Varro~
We are happy to announce the birth of our third grandson, Joshua Wade
Varro, born to our son Robert and daughter-in-law Dawn Varro--Rob and
Dawn's first. Joshua was born at 1:10 a.m., Friday, March 24, 2006, at
Houston Northwest Hospital. He was 8 lbs, 2 oz., and 21" long, with lots
of black hair. Thank you for joining us in thanksgiving for this
wonderful gift from God!

_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

FROM Donna Moody, Beaumont Dist.~
We have moved. Here is our new contact information:
Physical address - 701 Calder, Beaumont 77701. Mailing address - P. O.
Box 4004, Beaumont 77704. Telephone - 409.833.9510; Fax - 409.833.951;
Email address - bmtdistumc@sbcglobal.net.

___________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS___________________

FROM Sarah Smith~
Memorial Drive United Methodist Church’s chancel choir, soloists, and
orchestra will present Mozart’s Requiem on Palm Sunday, April 9, at 7
p.m., in the sanctuary. No admission charge. MDUMC is located at 12955
Memorial Drive, one block west of Beltway 8 in west Houston, between the
Beltway and Wilcrest. You are cordially invited to attend. Church:
(713) 468-8356 ext. 126.

FROM Robert Johnson~
eChurch, the National Leadership and Ministry Development Conference
hosted annually by Windsor Village UMC is fast approaching, scheduled for
April 19-22, 2006. Using the theme, "Reality DNA: the Essential
Elements of Making Visions Happen," this year’s conference will provide
strategies, inspirational stories, applicable practices that will help all of
us - leaders, pastors, mothers, fathers, community leaders,
entrepreneurs and anyone with anyone with a God-given dream or vision - to turn
their visions into realities!
Along with host pastor, Kirbyjon Caldwell, the line-up of speakers
includes leading United Methodist leaders and pastors. The conference
will also feature Pam Gardner, VP of Operations with the Houston Astros,
and Joseph High, Senior VP of Human Resources of Owens Corning.
The Conference begins with a worship celebration on Wednesday, April
19, 7:00 p.m. at Windsor Village’s Heatherbrook location, and ends
Saturday morning, April 22, with a Breakfast, 8:30 a.m., at the Power
Center (124101 South Post Oak Road, Houston, TX 77045).
This tremendous program is offered to you at a cost of only $119.00!
This is easily the most affordable Leadership Conference in the
country!
A limited number of full scholarships are available for pastors and
laity of ethnic local churches on a "first-come-first-serve" basis.
For more information on these scholarships, please call Robert Johnson at
713-723-8187, ext. 237.
For more information on the entire conference, please call Marilyn
Cooper at 713-723-8187, ext. 240, or visit Windsor Village’s website,
www.kingdombuilders.com.:

FROM Kenneth Tielke, President, United Methodist Men~
Men's Spring Retreat at Lakeview - April 28, 29, 30 -
All pastors and men's ministry leaders please pass this information on
to all the men in your congregation, and have this announcement read
from the pulpit 4/2.
All men of the Conference are invited and encouraged to attend the
Spring Men's Retreat sponsored by the Texas Conference Board of United
Methodist Men at Lakeview Methodist Conference Center, south of
Palestine, Friday evening through Sunday morning, April 28, 29, 30, 2006. You
will enjoy great speakers, great music, great fellowship and have a
great time. Bring your son or grandson or a friend. Register on-line at
http://www.tcumm.org/ under Spring Retreat, or contact Kenneth Tielke,
Conference UMM President, at 281-342-9677 for information or a
brochure. Mailing deadline is April 8.

FROM Mary Brown, Texas Conference UMW, Communication Coordinator~
The Texas Conference United Methodist Women Language Coordinators
invite you to the Second Annual Cultural Event. "Getting to Know You,
Getting to Know the UMW".
It is set for April 29 at 9:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. at Chandler United
Methodist Church in Chandler, Texas (Tyler District).
The purpose of the event is to introduce the work of thr UMC, to
nurture and expand the understanding of mission with women, children,
youth and families. We also hope to build better community between
different language groups that are not yet participating in the organization.
Activities at this event will help to enable all groups to organize
local units and/or circles in the churches, eliminating barriers that
prevent participation by listening to suggestions and comments offered by
prospective members.
Mary Tipton, Asian Language Coordinator says, we hope to share warm
fellowship, mutual love of Christ and His Saving Grace, His Mission to
the world, and partake of ethnic and other refreshments. Speakers will
include messages from Virginia Gill, South Central Jurisdiction, and
Dr.Glenna Kyker Brayton, Native Indian Ministries.
Health kits for UMCOR depot will be collected on a voluntary basis.
If you desire other information or if you need transportation to the
event, please contact: Mary Tipton, 281-565-7027; Emy Hernaez, Spanish
Language Coordinator-409 727-0656.

FROM Glenna Brayton ~
The Conference Committee on Native American Ministry [CONAM] has
college scholarships for Native American students who are members of TAC
UMC's.
Preference is given to students attending UM colleges and universities,
but students attending other universities are considered. Contact
Glenna Brayton at 281-391-5797 for more information.


________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Patty Wehn-Glowski~
Magnolia UMC will host a Bible Conference March 31 and April 1st. Dr.
Jim Fleming will be lecturing on "The Turning Points of Jesus' Life."
Registrations will be taken at the door. Call 281-356-6647 for more
information.

FROM Melissa Wilkins Brigman (melissabrigman@hotmail.com)~
On April 1, Marvin UMC in Tyler is sponsoring EMPTY BOWLS, a fundraiser
for hunger relief. Over 60 one-of-a-kind bowls have been designed by
Marvin artists and friends. There will be a silent auction on that night
to raise money, but some of the bowls are already on the Marvin website
for preview and for early bidding. You can go to the Marvin website
(www.marvinumc.com) and click on Empty Bowls. Follow the directions to
place a bid on a bowl.
Also, tickets are still available for this great event on Saturday,
April 1.
The fun begins at 6 p.m. at Marvin UMC, 300 W. Erwin in Tyler with a
great dinner, silent auction, music and moments of inspiration and fun!
Tickets are $15 each and may be purchased at the door.

FROM Anissa Cantin~
ATTENTION High School Students!
The IMPACT team from Texas A&M invites you to come spend time in small
group devotion time with college students who are devoted to Christ.
They will share their testimonies as well as what they are experiencing
in college and will answer questions high schoolers have about college.
Sessions will be small groups, as well as large group talks, games, and
worship.
WHEN: April 1st - April 2nd (Sat - Sun) 6:30 pm - 8 am -
WHERE: Crosby UMC; 1334 Runneburg Road; Crosby TX 77352 ~
$10 recommended donation to cover expenses and meals. Dinner served
at 6:30 pm; breakfast at 7 am Sunday morning.
This non-denominational event will be over before 8 am to allow you
time to return to your home church for service.
More information about the IMPACT group can be found at
www.impact.tamu.edu -
RSVP to Robin Hamel at rrhamel@yahoo.com or 281.467.9464.

FROM Kathie Mann, Director, Partners In Mission~
EARLY RESPONDER Training will be offered on April 1st & 2nd for those
who would like to be certified by UMCOR to go into a disaster area to
make home and churches SAFE, SANITARY and SECURE.
Classes will be at Woodlands UMC on April 1st 9 AM - 3 PM and at
Summit UMC in Marshall on April 2nd 2 - 8 PM. Cost is $15, which includes
a T-shirt, badge & meal. Advanced Registration is required.
Attendance is limited to 2 representatives per church.
Contact Mary Ann Hodges, Conference Disaster Response Coordinator at
maryannhodges1@aim.com or 281-379-5091 for additional information
and/or a registration form.
Texas Annual Conference; 5215 Main St.; Houston, Texas 77002 -
713-521-9383; FAX 713-521-3724

FROM Michael Hunter (mhunter@aciglobal.com)~
DIVISION OF YOUTH (DOY) -
CONFERENCE COUNCIL ON YOUTH MINISTRY (CCYM) -
will meet at LUFKIN FUMC IN LUFKIN, TEXAS -
Saturday, April 1, 2006
Division of Youth (DOY) will meet at 9:00 AM; CCYM will meet at
11:30 AM. We will have lunch during the CCYM meeting. We will try and be
done by 3:00 PM.
Please DO NOT show up Friday night. there WILL NOT be anyone there.
We ARE NOT HAVING ANYTHING FRIDAY NIGHT - Only Saturday morning, April
1, 2006.
For more information call: Michael Hunter - 254-359-4356, home;
903-388-1246, cell.

_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________

FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston~
We have several events going on in the life of our church that we think
would be of interest. The dates are listed below and you will find more
information about each event listed on our Web site,
www.stpaulshouston.org, on either our Home Page or on the Calendar. You are cordially
invited to attend and we hope you join us as follows:

> March 30 - Lenten Recital Series - Harp & Piano Artists - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 4-6 - Lenten Recital Series - Madrigal Singers - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 5 & 12 - Parent Education Lecture Series - "Mothering
Daughters" will be on
April 5, "Mothering Sons" will be on April 12. - Both
dates 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. -
> April 6 - Tour St. Paul’s Church with Prime Timers - 11 a.m. -
> April 6 - Director of Accreditation for the National
Association for the Education of
Young Children, Kim Means - 7 to 9 p.m. -

St. Paul’s, 5501 Main Street, is on the corner of Main and
Binz/Bissonnet, across from the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

FROM Randy Young~
Come join Wesley UMC in our Spring Revival Theme:(SPIRITUAL GROWTH WITH
HOPE) March 27-29, 2006.
Guest revivalist is the Rev. Ronnie Booker of Greater St Matthew's
Baptist Church. Time is 7:00pm nightly.
Address - 7225 Homestad Rd. Houston, TX 77028.
Directions to the church are: From 610 (north or south) exit Homestead
then proceed north to the Church. We will be looking for YOU!

________________________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 FUMC Lake Jackson, TX~
DIRECTOR of MUSIC MINISTRIES -
First United Methodist Church, Lake Jackson, Texas, is currently
accepting applications for the position of Director of Music Ministries to
provide leadership for the church services and music and arts activities
of the church, working with the Senior Pastor. Full-time position with
health and pension benefits. Church membership of 1,500. Lake Jackson
has population of 27,000 and is an hour's drive south of Houston.
Email resume to Deana Keller @ ljfumc@swbell.net or mail to FUMC,
404 Azalea,
Lake Jackson, TX 77566

FROM Bob Webb~
A dynamic and Christ-centered congregation located in a high-growth
part of Houston, Texas, Westminster United Methodist Church, is looking
for a dynamic, Christ-centered person to serve as our full-time Director
of Youth and Family Ministries. The responsibilities will include
working closely with the pastor in directing both children and youth
ministries. A college graduate with 2 or more years experience in both youth
and children/family ministries is most desired. Please submit resume
and references to Bob Webb, at Westminster United Methodist Church, 5801
San Felipe, Houston, 77057; or e-mail: bob@wumc.com; or FAX:
713-977-0340. Salary is negotiable.

FROM Mary Lee Lawson ~
Business Manager for John Wesley UMC -
3200-member church in northwest Houston, TX seeks a full-time Business
Manager. Responsible for operational and administrative affairs of the
church. Position to include building operations/maintenance, financial
planning/management and personnel management. Email resume to George
Schmidt at george.schmidt@earthlink.net.

______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

FROM Nikki Waits~
We, at Beneke Methodist Church in Houston, Texas, are a small loving
Hispanic congregation that truly believes in miracles. We are prayerfully
looking for a small bus- type vehicle that will enable us to shuttle
many of our congregants (especially the children) to and from our regular
church activities. As we are grateful for our many blessings, we know
God will provide. If anyone is able to donate such a gift, please
contact our Minister, Jose Cortinas, at 713-695-2582. May each of you that
reads this message be touched with the love of our Saviour.

FROM Sherri Kelley~
The Conference Division of Single Adult Ministry is trying to find
another division or group who would like to share the expenses of booking
Sam Glenn, motivational speaker, author, humorist, & chalk artist. The
DoSAM would like to book him for Sun., May 28, for their Annual
Conference banquet. He's willing to do two presentations for the price of one.
He would prefer to do both presentations on May 28. His website is
www.samglenn.com. If this would be of interest to you and your group,
please contact sherikelley@mdumc.org or call 713/468-8356, ext. 119 as soon
as possible.

FROM Charles Jordan~
Lake Houston UMC has a Conn Organ that we would like to donate to a
church - it needs a little work on the peddles - but works for the most
part - please email me at lhumcpastor@nctv.com.

Monday, March 27, 2006

_PRAYER CONCERNS________________________

FROM TXCUMC~
Dora Lenz's daughter, Doreen, underwent emergency heart surgery
yesterday. Please keep the Lenz family in your prayers during this recovery
period. (Dora oversees the Golden Cross program for the conference.)

______________________________BIRTHS______________________________

_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

FROM Barbara A. Franklin, Houston South Dist.~
The funeral services for Rev. Warrell Kimble will be Wednesday, March
29, 2006, 11:00 a.m., Blueridge UMC., 2929 Reed Rd., (713) 733-5174.
Rev. Rodney Graves, Officiating and Dr. Elijah Stansell, Eulogy.
Her body will lie in-state from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.,Wednesday
morning.
Her remains are at McCoy & Harrison Funeral Home, 4918 Martin Luther
King, Jr. Blvd., 77021. (713) 659-7618.
The family has asked in lieu of flowers please send donations to
Krist Samaritan Counseling Center, 17555 El Camino Real, Houston, Texas
77058, (281) 480-7554.
Please remember the family in your prayers!

ROM Michael D. Dent, Senior Pastor, Marvin UMC, Tyler~
Funeral services for Dr. Kennard "Bill" Copeland will be Wednesday,
March 29, at 2 p.m. in the sanctuary of Marvin UMC in Tyler.
Dr. Copeland, 91, was the Administrator of the Methodist Children's
Home in Waco from 1964-1978, and the brother of the late Bishop Kenneth
Copeland. He was also an active member of Marvin from 1978-2006.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Lloyd James Funeral
Home in Tyler.
The phone number of the church is 903-592-7396.

FROM Houston Northwest District~
Dr. Lewis Jackson's sister, Sarah Ellis, of Seattle, Washington, passed
away today. Her services will be Thursday in Seattle. Our prayers are
with Dr. Jackson and his family.

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

____________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS___________________

FROM Sarah Smith~
Memorial Drive United Methodist Church’s chancel choir, soloists, and
orchestra will present Mozart’s Requiem on Palm Sunday, April 9, at 7
p.m., in the sanctuary. No admission charge. MDUMC is located at 12955
Memorial Drive, one block west of Beltway 8 in west Houston, between
the Beltway and Wilcrest. You are cordially invited to attend. Church:
(713) 468-8356 ext. 126

FROM Robert Johnson~
eChurch, the National Leadership and Ministry Development Conference
hosted annually by Windsor Village UMC is fast approaching, scheduled for
April 19-22, 2006. Using the theme, "Reality DNA: the Essential
Elements of Making Visions Happen," this year’s conference will provide
strategies, inspirational stories, applicable practices that will help all of
us - leaders, pastors, mothers, fathers, community leaders,
entrepreneurs and anyone with anyone with a God-given dream or vision - to turn
their visions into realities!
Along with host pastor, Kirbyjon Caldwell, the line-up of speakers
includes leading United Methodist leaders and pastors. The conference
will also feature Pam Gardner, VP of Operations with the Houston Astros,
and Joseph High, Senior VP of Human Resources of Owens Corning.
The Conference begins with a worship celebration on Wednesday, April
19, 7:00 p.m. at Windsor Village’s Heatherbrook location, and ends
Saturday morning, April 22, with a Breakfast, 8:30 a.m., at the Power
Center (124101 South Post Oak Road, Houston, TX 77045).
This tremendous program is offered to you at a cost of only $119.00!
This is easily the most affordable Leadership Conference in the
country!
A limited number of full scholarships are available for pastors and
laity of ethnic local churches on a "first-come-first-serve" basis.
For more information on these scholarships, please call Robert Johnson at
713-723-8187, ext. 237.
For more information on the entire conference, please call Marilyn
Cooper at 713-723-8187, ext. 240, or visit Windsor Village’s website,
www.kingdombuilders.com.:

FROM Kenneth Tielke, President, United Methodist Men~
Men's Spring Retreat at Lakeview - April 28, 29, 30 -
All pastors and men's ministry leaders please pass this information on
to all the men in your congregation, and have this announcement read
from the pulpit 4/2.
All men of the Conference are invited and encouraged to attend the
Spring Men's Retreat sponsored by the Texas Conference Board of United
Methodist Men at Lakeview Methodist Conference Center, south of
Palestine, Friday evening through Sunday morning, April 28, 29, 30, 2006. You
will enjoy great speakers, great music, great fellowship and have a
great time. Bring your son or grandson or a friend. Register on-line at
http://www.tcumm.org/ under Spring Retreat, or contact Kenneth Tielke,
Conference UMM President, at 281-342-9677 for information or a
brochure. Mailing deadline is April 8.

________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Melissa Wilkins Brigman (melissabrigman@hotmail.com)~
On April 1, Marvin UMC in Tyler is sponsoring EMPTY BOWLS, a fundraiser
for hunger relief. Over 60 one-of-a-kind bowls have been designed by
Marvin artists and friends. There will be a silent auction on that night
to raise money, but some of the bowls are already on the Marvin website
for preview and for early bidding. You can go to the Marvin website
(www.marvinumc.com) and click on Empty Bowls. Follow the directions to
place a bid on a bowl.
Also, tickets are still available for this great event on Saturday,
April 1.
The fun begins at 6 p.m. at Marvin UMC, 300 W. Erwin in Tyler with a
great dinner, silent auction, music and moments of inspiration and fun!
Tickets are $15 each and may be purchased at the door.

FROM Anissa Cantin~
ATTENTION High School Students!
Who is your Superhero? - What kind of superhero powers do you want? -
Come hear what the biggest Superhero (aka God) has in store for you! -
WHEN: April 1st - April 2nd (Sat - Sun) 6:30 pm - 8 am ~
WHERE: Crosby UMC; 1334 Runneburg Road; Crosby TX 77352 ~
The IMPACT team from Texas A&M invites you to come spend time in
small group devotion time with college students who are devoted to Christ.
They will share their testimonies as well as what they are experiencing
in college and will answer questions high schoolers have about college.
Sessions will be small groups, girls with girls only, boys with boys
only, girl students with boy counselors, boy students with girl
counselors as well as large group talks, games, and worship.
$10 recommended donation to cover IMPACT expenses and meals. Dinner
served at 6:30 pm . Breakfast served at 7 am Sunday morning.
This non-denominational event will be over before 8 am to allow you
time to return to your home church for service.
More information about the IMPACT group can be found at
www.impact.tamu.edu -
RSVP to Robin Hamel at rrhamel@yahoo.com or 281.467.9464.

FROM Kathie Mann, Director, Partners In Mission~
EARLY RESPONDER Training will be offered on April 1st & 2nd for those
who would like to be certified by UMCOR to go into a disaster area to
make home and churches SAFE, SANITARY and SECURE.
Classes will be at Woodlands UMC on April 1st 9 AM - 3 PM and at
Summit UMC in Marshall on April 2nd 2 - 8 PM. Cost is $15, which includes
a T-shirt, badge & meal. Advanced Registration is required.
Attendance is limited to 2 representatives per church.
Contact Mary Ann Hodges, Conference Disaster Response Coordinator at
maryannhodges1@aim.com or 281-379-5091 for additional information
and/or a registration form.
Texas Annual Conference; 5215 Main St.; Houston, Texas 77002 -
713-521-9383; FAX 713-521-3724

FROM Michael Hunter (mhunter@aciglobal.com)~
DIVISION OF YOUTH (DOY) -
CONFERENCE COUNCIL ON YOUTH MINISTRY (CCYM) -
will meet at LUFKIN FUMC IN LUFKIN, TEXAS -
Saturday, April 1, 2006
Division of Youth (DOY) will meet at 9:00 AM; CCYM will meet at
11:30 AM. We will have lunch during the CCYM meeting. We will try and be
done by 3:00 PM.
Please DO NOT show up Friday night. there WILL NOT be anyone there.
We ARE NOT HAVING ANYTHING FRIDAY NIGHT - Only Saturday morning, April
1, 2006.
For more information call: Michael Hunter - 254-359-4356, home;
903-388-1246, cell.

_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________

FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston~
We have several events going on in the life of our church that we think
would be of interest. The dates are listed below and you will find more
information about each event listed on our Web site,
www.stpaulshouston.org, on either our Home Page or on the Calendar. You are cordially
invited to attend and we hope you join us as follows:

> March 30 - Lenten Recital Series - Harp & Piano Artists - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 4-6 - Lenten Recital Series - Madrigal Singers - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 5 & 12 - Parent Education Lecture Series - "Mothering
Daughters" will be on
April 5, "Mothering Sons" will be on April 12. - Both
dates 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. -
> April 6 - Tour St. Paul’s Church with Prime Timers - 11 a.m. -
> April 6 - Director of Accreditation for the National
Association for the Education of
Young Children, Kim Means - 7 to 9 p.m. -

St. Paul’s, 5501 Main Street, is on the corner of Main and
Binz/Bissonnet, across from the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

FROM Randy Young~
Come join Wesley UMC in our Spring Revival Theme:(SPIRITUAL GROWTH WITH
HOPE) March 27-29, 2006.
Guest revivalist is the Rev. Ronnie Booker of Greater St Matthew's
Baptist Church. Time is 7:00pm nightly.
Address - 7225 Homestad Rd. Houston, TX 77028.
Directions to the church are: From 610 (north or south) exit Homestead
then proceed north to the Church. We will be looking for YOU!

________________________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 Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office~
St. Luke's in Texarkana is looking for a new music director. Musical
training is important. The position pays $4,000/year. If you or someone
you know is interested, call pastor John Montgomery at 903-794-8398.

FROM Connie Scroggins, Ministry Assistant~
The First United Methodist Church in Daingerfield, Texas is searching
for a Summer Youth Director. Daingerfield, located 40 miles north of
Longview, is the county seat of Morris County and has about 2,500
residents. Daingerfield FUMC offers a full summer of activities for a group of
about 20 middle school and high school students. A candidate for our
Summer Youth Director would have two years of college. The position is
open from the end of May until mid-August. A weekly salary and a
residence are provided. If you have any questions you may contact me at
903-645-3431. I may also be contacted via e-mail at daingerfieldfumc@aol.com.

FROM Faith UMC, Richmond~
DIRECTOR of MUSIC MINISTRIES
Faith United Methodist Church, Richmond, Texas, is accepting
applications for the full-time position of Director of Music Ministries to
provide leadership for the worship, and music ministries. Faith UMC is in a
growing area of Fort Bend County with a membership of 1,482 and 600+ in
a relaxed setting of "traditional" and "contemporary" styles of
worship.
Email resume to: Roy James - roy.james@faithumc.org . Mail resume
to: Roy James 4600 FM 359 Rd. Richmond, TX 77469 - 281.341-8200

FROM Reggie Clemons, Staff Administrator~
YOUTH DIRECTOR -
First UMC in Pearland, Texas is seeking a full-time Youth Director
to administer and manage our Youth Program and assist the spiritual
development of our Youth. This person must have excellent interpersonal
skills, have above average communication skills, possess an extraordinary
ability to relate to youth and their parents, and have the ability to
manage staff and volunteers in a productive, positive manner. Our Youth
group currently averages 40-50 in weekly attendance. This is an
excellent opportunity with a growing, vibrant church!
We are looking for a person that is spiritually mature, has a great
willingness and ability to relate to teenagers and adult volunteers,
has good communication skills, lots of energy, and a has winning
personality. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package, commensurate
with education experience.
Mail, fax, or email resume and references to: FUMC Pearland; C/o
Reggie Clemons, Staff Administrator; 2314 N. Grand Blvd.; Pearland, Texs
77581. Phone: 281-485-1466; Fax: 281-485-6385; Email:
rclemons@fumcpearland.org.

______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

FROM Charles Jordan~
Lake Houston UMC has a Conn Organ that we would like to donate to a
church - it needs a little work on the peddles - but works for the most
part - please email me at lhumcpastor@nctv.com.

Friday, March 24, 2006

__________________________PRAYER CONCERNS________________________

FROM Richard L. White, Tomball UMC~
Rev. Glynn E. Ferguson, a retired pastor in the Houston NW district, is
in Methodist Hospital recuperating from surgery on March 24, 2006.
Please pray for him and his wife Mary Ann.

______________________________BIRTHS______________________________

_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

FROM Reverend Sara V. Barberee, Chaplain, Lon Morris College~
Mrs. Gladys Peeples, widow of Dr. Cecil Peeples, U.M minister and
former president of Lon Morris College, passed away this morning. Mrs.
Peeples was 101. The family has requested that a memorial service for Mrs.
Peeples be held at LMC Memorial Chapel on Friday, March 31, at 11 AM.
Dr. Don Benton will be preaching the service. The Lon Morris College
Chapel Choir and LMC MasterSingers will be performing. If directions are
needed, contact SBarberee@lonmorris.edu.

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS______________________

________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Mark W. Pickett~
LENTEN ORGAN CONCERT 3-26-06 at 6 PM Huntsville FUMC -
FUMC, Huntsville extends an invitation to all to experience a Lenten
Journey through the power and majesty of the varied sounds of the pipe
organ. This special event will be provided through the gifts and talents
of Dr. Ruth Bakke of Norway.
Ms. Bakke has composed a large amount of church and chamber music
and several of her works have been commissioned. She likes to incorporate
color using power point presentations with her music and regards color
and rhythm as playing central parts in her compositions. She is also
very interested in improvisation, which she uses quite effectively as a
church organist.
The concert will be held on Sunday evening, March 26th at 6 PM in
the sanctuary of FUMC Huntsville. Call 936-295-5441 or email
mpickett@huntsvillefumc.org for more information.

FROM Clear Lake UMC~
It's not too late to get tickets to Matt Neely's full-band cd release
concert at Clear Lake UMC this Sunday night at 6:30pm. A pastor right
here in the Texas Conference, Matt has just released a new cd of worship
songs which has received strong reviews by worshippers around the
country. You can hear these new songs and more this Sunday night. So call
281-488-5110, ext 135, and talk to Cari to have tickets reserved for you
at the door for $5. But if you forget, you can still just show up and
pay the $7 at-the-door price. We hope to see you Sunday.

FROM Committee on Native American Ministry~
Your offering on Native American Ministries Sunday, the third Sunday of
Easter or any Sunday you choose for your congregation, nurtures mission
with Native Americans and provides scholarships for United Methodist
Native American seminarians. Please give generously. Your gift makes a
world of difference! Our goal is to increase ten-fold the number of
churches contributing in 2005 from 65 to 650.
The Committee on Native American Ministry [CONAM] seeks to use your
sacrificial gifts to assist Native Americans in the task of reclaiming
and reaffirming their spiritual heritage, bringing the circle into
balance. Our other immediate goal is to help United Methodists of Texas
Conference have a greater understanding of issues relating to Native
peoples.
If you wish to have a Native speaker or CONAM member visit your
congregation, please contact Dr. Glenna Brayton 713-557-8756 or
Kyker.brayton@juno.com

FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston~
David Lyon, senior rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel, will preach at
the 11:05 a.m. worship service at St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, on Sunday,
March 26. This is part of the Anti-Defamation League’s Pulpit Exchange.
St. Paul’s senior minister, Dr. L. James (Jim) Bankston, will preach at
Beth Israel’s 6:30 p.m. Shabbat service on Friday, April 28.
For additional information, please contact Dr. Bankston at
713-528-0527.

_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________

FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston~
We have several events going on in the life of our church that we think
would be of interest. The dates are listed below and you will find more
information about each event listed on our Web site,
www.stpaulshouston.org, on either our Home Page or on the Calendar. You are cordially
invited to attend and we hope you join us as follows:

> March 26 - St. Paul’s Choir to Sing Evensong Service - 4 p.m. -
> March 30 - Lenten Recital Series - Harp & Piano Artists - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 4-6 - Lenten Recital Series - Madrigal Singers - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 5 & 12 - Parent Education Lecture Series - "Mothering
Daughters" will be on
April 5, "Mothering Sons" will be on April 12. - Both
dates 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. -
> April 6 - Tour St. Paul’s Church with Prime Timers - 11 a.m. -
> April 6 - Director of Accreditation for the National
Association for the Education of
Young Children, Kim Means - 7 to 9 p.m. -

St. Paul’s, 5501 Main Street, is on the corner of Main and
Binz/Bissonnet, across from the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

FROM Randy Young~
Come join Wesley UMC in our Spring Revival Theme:(SPIRITUAL GROWTH WITH
HOPE) March 27-29, 2006.
Guest revivalist is the Rev. Ronnie Booker of Greater St Matthew's
Baptist Church. Time is 7:00pm nightly.
Address - 7225 Homestad Rd. Houston, TX 77028.
Directions to the church are: From 610 (north or south) exit Homestead
then proceed north to the Church. We will be looking for YOU!

FROM the Bryan District~
Wesley UMC in Bryan will host the Labyrinth April 28-30.Please call
979-279-4095 or the church 979-778-1554 to schedule a time to walk
privately or for a group. On April 29th, Saturday from 10 a.m. -2 p.m., there
will be a workshop on prayer which will include an introduction to the
labyrinth and experiential prayer exercises. Everyone is invited.
Wesley UMC Pastor Lois Boyles will be presenting. She has studied
prayer and Spiritual Direction at Anglican School of Theology and with
Sister Macrina Weiderkehr.

________________________JOB OPENINGS/JOBS WANTED_________________

FROM Bob Sinclair, Pastor~
First UMC of Angleton, an 835 member congregation in mission in a
county-seat town 45 miles south of Houston, is seeking a part-time
Contemporary Music director to lead the praise band in the growing, contemporary
worship service (attendance about 150). Our present leader will be
leaving us at the end of May. Salary has been $6,000 /yr.
Contact Pastor Bob Sinclair 979-849-6305 or send resume to:
fumcangpastor@nstci.com

FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office~
St. Luke's in Texarkana is looking for a new music director. Musical
training is important. The position pays $4,000/year. If you or someone
you know is interested, call pastor John Montgomery at 903-794-8398.

FROM Faith UMC, Richmond~
DIRECTOR of MUSIC MINISTRIES
Faith United Methodist Church, Richmond, Texas, is accepting
applications for the full-time position of Director of Music Ministries to
provide leadership for the worship, and music ministries. Faith UMC is in a
growing area of Fort Bend County with a membership of 1,482 and 600+ in
a relaxed setting of "traditional" and "contemporary" styles of
worship.
Email resume to: Roy James - roy.james@faithumc.org . Mail resume
to: Roy James 4600 FM 359 Rd. Richmond, TX 77469 - 281.341-8200

FROM Mary Jane Van Dussen, Pastor~
St. Mark’s (Pecore) is accepting applications for anyone interested in
a part-time (10-15 hours/week) position as Director of Children’s
Ministries. The growth of our congregation is reflecting the demographics of
the Heights area and is a wonderful opportunity for someone wanting to
develop a program. Please call the church office (713/861-3104) or
email (office@smumc.org) to receive more information and a detailed job
description.

FROM FUMC Lake Jackson, TX~
DIRECTOR of MUSIC MINISTRIES
First United Methodist Church, Lake Jackson, Texas, is currently
accepting applications for the position of Director of Music Ministries to
provide leadership for the church services and music and arts
activities of the church, working with the Senior Pastor. Full-time position
with health and pension benefits. Church membership of 1,500. Lake
Jackson has population of 27,000 and is an hour's drive south of Houston.
Email resume to Deana Keller @ ljfumc@swbell.net or mail to FUMC,
404 Azalea, Lake Jackson, TX 77566

FROM Bob Webb~
A dynamic and Christ-centered congregation located in a high-growth
part of Houston, Texas, Westminster United Methodist Church, is looking
for a dynamic, Christ-centered person to serve as our full-time Director
of Youth and Family Ministries. The responsibilities will include
working closely with the pastor in directing both children and youth
ministries. A college graduate with 2 or more years experience in both youth
and children/family ministries is most desired. Please submit resume and
references to Bob Webb, at Westminster United Methodist Church, 5801
San Felipe, Houston, 77057; or e-mail: bob@wumc.com; or FAX:
713-977-0340. Salary is negotiable.

______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

FROM Dave Avis~
Here's a "for sale" item that may interest many people:
1838 Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal, ladies purse size 2"x 3 1/4"
leather - $65.
1807 Methodist Pocket Hymnbook, leather, 2 3/4" x 4 3/4" $85.00
Contact Rev. Dave Avis, 281-420-3806 or clergy@houston.rr.com

FROM Charles Jordan~
Lake Houston UMC has a Conn Organ that we would like to donate to a
church - it needs a little work on the peddles - but works for the most
part - please email me at lhumcpastor@nctv.com.


FROM Paula Ryburn, Mt. Pleasant, St. Andrew UMC~
DO YOU KEEP YOUR OLD V.B.S. MATERIALS?
If so, I am looking for the daily programs (the gatherings) and arts &
crafts projects from the 1999 SonCastle Faire by Gospel Light. If you
have yours and are willing to share, please contact me this week at
903-572-8264 or paula.ryburn@sbcglobal.net .

Thursday, March 23, 2006

__________________________PRAYER CONCERNS________________________

FROM Houston NW Dist & E.B. Beasley, Jr., Terrace UMC~
Rev. Lewis Risinger, a retired minister in this conference, is in
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital, Room 2South23-B, with a diagnosis
of pneumonia. Direct phone: 713.295.8284.

______________________________BIRTHS______________________________

FROM George and Jan Atkinson~
We are pleased to announce the arrival of our second grandson, Ryan
Angel Hernandez, Wed., March 22, at 12:40 p.m. He is healthy, weighs 6
lbs., 12 oz., and is 19 inches long. Mother and father, Jennifer and Ray
Hernandez, are also doing well. Rejoice!

_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

FROM Barbara Franklin, Houston South Dist.
Rev. Warrell Kimble was killed last night in an automobile accident. We
will give additional information when we receive it. Please remember
the family in prayer.

FROM David Urban - First UMC, Murchison; durban@smu.edu;
dkurban@tyler.net~
Xin Du Memorial Fund
The Southern Methodist University Chinese Students’ Association and
Global Connections (the SMU organization of international students)
wish to solicit contributions to the Xin Du Memorial Fund.
As many of you know, Xin Du died tragically on Sunday, March 19th
when she was swept away by the flood waters of Turtle Creek. Xin Du was
23 years old, and had begun her Ph.D. studies in molecular and cell
biology at SMU in January. The entire SMU family has lost a promising,
spectacularly bright student, and Xin’s family has lost their only
daughter.
In order to help with the significant costs associated with this
tragic accident, donations to the Xin Du Memorial Fund are being accepted
at the SMU International Center, The Blanton Student Services Building,
Suite 216.
Donations may also be sent to:
"Xin Du Memorial Fund" - Bank of America; 5116 Greenville Avenue;
Dallas, TX 75206
Tel: 214-527-3561 - Account Number: 004883322668 -
Routing Number: 111000025 (for wire transfers to the account)

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS______________________

FROM the Bryan District~
Wesley UMC in Bryan will host the Labyrinth April 28-30.Please call
979-279-4095 or the church 979-778-1554 to schedule a time to walk
privately or for a group. On April 29th, Saturday from 10 a.m. -2 p.m., there
will be a workshop on prayer which will include an introduction to the
labyrinth and experiential prayer exercises. Everyone is invited.
Wesley UMC Pastor Lois Boyles will be presenting. She has studied
prayer and Spiritual Direction at Anglican School of Theology and with
Sister Macrina Weiderkehr.

FROM Stephanie Griffin~
A Retirement Party for Rev. Dr. James and Diane Ballard as they retire
from full-time ministry -
Saturday, May 20, 2006 - from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - First UMC
Lindale - Family
Ministry Center - 402 W. Hubbard Street; Lindale, Texas 75771
Refreshments will be served. Attire is casual to complement the
county western theme. Please no gifts. There will be a "giving tree" that
you can fertilize with green to make it grow.
There will be a time to share your memories, roast the honoree and
record a video message as a keepsake. If you are unable to attend the
festivities, you are invited to mail your greetings or video to:
Attention: Stephanie Griffin; First United Methodist Church; P.O.
Box 367; Lindale, TX 75771

________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Mark W. Pickett~
LENTEN ORGAN CONCERT 3-26-06 at 6 PM Huntsville FUMC -
FUMC, Huntsville extends an invitation to all to experience a Lenten
Journey through the power and majesty of the varied sounds of the pipe
organ. This special event will be provided through the gifts and talents
of Dr. Ruth Bakke of Norway.
Ruth has studied at the Bergen Music Conservatory, the University of
Oslo, and came to the States on a Fulbright Grant where she continued
her studies at Converse College, S.C.; Texas Lutheran; University of
Redlands, C.A.; and at Washington State.
She has composed a large amount of church and chamber music and
several of her works have been commissioned. Ms. Bakke likes to incorporate
color using power point presentations with her music and regards color
and rhythm as playing central parts in her compositions. She is also
very interested in improvisation, which she uses quite effectively as a
church organist.
The concert will be held on Sunday evening, March 26th at 6 PM in
the sanctuary of FUMC Huntsville. Call 936-295-5441 or email
mpickett@huntsvillefumc.org for more information.

FROM Clear Lake UMC~
It's not too late to get tickets to Matt Neely's full-band cd release
concert at Clear Lake UMC this Sunday night at 6:30pm. A pastor right
here in the Texas Conference, Matt has just released a new cd of worship
songs which has received strong reviews by worshippers around the
country. You can hear these new songs and more this Sunday night. So call
281-488-5110, ext 135, and talk to Cari to have tickets reserved for you
at the door for $5. But if you forget, you can still just show up and
pay the $7 at-the-door price. We hope to see you Sunday.

FROM Committee on Native American Ministry~
Your offering on Native American Ministries Sunday, the third Sunday of
Easter or any Sunday you choose for your congregation, nurtures mission
with Native Americans and provides scholarships for United Methodist
Native American seminarians. Please give generously. Your gift makes a
world of difference! Our goal is to increase ten-fold the number of
churches contributing in 2005 from 65 to 650.
The Committee on Native American Ministry [CONAM] seeks to use your
sacrificial gifts to assist Native Americans in the task of reclaiming
and reaffirming their spiritual heritage, bringing the circle into
balance. Our other immediate goal is to help United Methodists of Texas
Conference have a greater understanding of issues relating to Native
peoples.
If you wish to have a Native speaker or CONAM member visit your
congregation, please contact Dr. Glenna Brayton 713-557-8756 or
Kyker.brayton@juno.com

FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston~
David Lyon, senior rabbi at Congregation Beth Israel, will preach at
the 11:05 a.m. worship service at St. Paul’s UMC, Houston, on Sunday,
March 26. This is part of the Anti-Defamation League’s Pulpit Exchange.
St. Paul’s senior minister, Dr. L. James (Jim) Bankston, will preach at
Beth Israel’s 6:30 p.m. Shabbat service on Friday, April 28.
For additional information, please contact Dr. Bankston at
713-528-0527.

FROM Randy Young~
Come join Wesley UMC in our Spring Revival Theme:(SPIRITUAL GROWTH WITH
HOPE) March 27-29, 2006.
Guest revivalist is the Rev. Ronnie Booker of Greater St Matthew's
Baptist Church. Time is 7:00pm nightly.
Address - 7225 Homestad Rd. Houston, TX 77028.
Directions to the church are: From 610 (north or south) exit Homestead
then proceed north to the Church. We will be looking for YOU!

_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________


FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston~
We have several events going on in the life of our church that we think
would be of interest. The dates are listed below and you will find more
information about each event listed on our Web site,
www.stpaulshouston.org, on either our Home Page or on the Calendar. You are cordially
invited to attend and we hope you join us as follows:

> March 26 - St. Paul’s Choir to Sing Evensong Service - 4 p.m. -
> March 30 - Lenten Recital Series - Harp & Piano Artists - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 4-6 - Lenten Recital Series - Madrigal Singers - 12:15
p.m. -
> April 5 & 12 - Parent Education Lecture Series - "Mothering
Daughters" will be on
April 5, "Mothering Sons" will be on April 12. - Both
dates 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. -
> April 6 - Tour St. Paul’s Church with Prime Timers - 11 a.m. -
> April 6 - Director of Accreditation for the National
Association for the Education of
Young Children, Kim Means - 7 to 9 p.m. -

St. Paul’s, 5501 Main Street, is on the corner of Main and
Binz/Bissonnet, across from the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

FROM Kathie Mann, Director, Partners In Mission~
Cameroon Consultation -
HEAR DIRECTLY FROM GBGM MISSIONARY Rev. Wes Magruder and CAMEROON
PASTOR Simeon Nomo how your congregations can HELP newly forming Churches in
Cameroon, Africa BECOME METHODIST!
Date: May 5-6, 2006-
7:00 pm Friday to 2:00 pm Saturday afternoon-
Location: First United Methodist Church of Allen, Texas (near
Dallas); 601 South Greenville Avenue, Allen, TX 75002.
Phone: (972) 727-8261 FAX: 972-727-7348-
See website for map & directions: www.fumc-allentx.org.
Registration Fee: $25.00 per person , includes Friday Dinner,
Saturday: Breakfast &
Lunch.
Childcare: $10.00 per child (includes meals)
Lodging: Hotel near Allen UMC (make your own reservations)
Enjoy: Photos, Music & Food from Cameroon, Africa.
Register & Information on Cameroon Website: www.gbgm-umc.org/Cameroon/
Contact: Rev. George & Wanda Holcombe (512) 252-2756.


_____________________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 Mary Jane Van Dussen, Pastor~
St. Mark’s (Pecore) is accepting applications for anyone interested in
a part-time (10-15 hours/week) position as Director of Children’s
Ministries. The growth of our congregation is reflecting the demographics of
the Heights area and is a wonderful opportunity for someone wanting to
develop a program. Please call the church office (713/861-3104) or
email (office@smumc.org) to receive more information and a detailed job
description.

FROM FUMC Lake Jackson, TX~
DIRECTOR of MUSIC MINISTRIES
First United Methodist Church, Lake Jackson, Texas, is currently
accepting applications for the position of Director of Music Ministries to
provide leadership for the church services and music and arts
activities of the church, working with the Senior Pastor. Full-time position
with health and pension benefits. Church membership of 1,500. Lake
Jackson has population of 27,000 and is an hour's drive south of Houston.
Email resume to Deana Keller @ ljfumc@swbell.net or mail to FUMC,
404 Azalea, Lake Jackson, TX 77566

FROM Quinn Edmondson, Business Administrator, Cypress UMC~
Church Financial Secretary -
Location: NW Houston -
Salary Range: DOE -
Budget: $1.7MM -
Church Members: 2,300 -
DESCRIPTION: Full- or part-time position, depending on experience,
to work with Church Administrator and supervise one accountant.
Responsible for preparation of monthly financial statements and analysis for
management and leadership through comprehensive understanding of the
Shelby System software; oversight of all data activities relating to the
financial activity of the church; reconciliation of bank accounts and
loan balances. Some evening work required to meet with Finance Committee
and others as needed. No relocation expenses.
REQUIREMENTS: College degree in accounting or finance. Advanced
Shelby knowledge and experience through working in a church environment for
6 or more years and a teamwork attitude. CPA or accounting degree a
plus.

FROM Bob Webb~
A dynamic and Christ-centered congregation located in a high-growth
part of Houston, Texas, Westminster United Methodist Church, is looking
for a dynamic, Christ-centered person to serve as our full-time Director
of Youth and Family Ministries. The responsibilities will include
working closely with the pastor in directing both children and youth
ministries. A college graduate with 2 or more years experience in both youth
and children/family ministries is most desired. Please submit resume and
references to Bob Webb, at Westminster United Methodist Church, 5801
San Felipe, Houston, 77057; or e-mail: bob@wumc.com; or FAX:
713-977-0340. Salary is negotiable.

FROM Mary Lee Lawson~
Business Manager for John Wesley UMC
3200 member church in northwest Houston, TX seeks a full time Business
Manager. Responsible for operational and administrative affairs of the
church. Position to include building operations/maintenance, financial
planning/management and personnel management. Email resume to George
Schmidt at george.schmidt@earthlink.net.

______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

FROM Dave Avis~
Here's a "for sale" item that may interest many people:
1838 Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal, ladies purse size 2"x 3 1/4"
leather - $65.
1807 Methodist Pocket Hymnbook, leather, 2 3/4" x 4 3/4" $85.00
Contact Rev. Dave Avis, 281-420-3806 or clergy@houston.rr.com

FROM Charles Jordan~
Lake Houston UMC has a Conn Organ that we would like to donate to a
church - it needs a little work on the peddles - but works for the most
part - please email me at lhumcpastor@nctv.com.


FROM Paula Ryburn, Mt. Pleasant, St. Andrew UMC~
DO YOU KEEP YOUR OLD V.B.S. MATERIALS?
If so, I am looking for the daily programs (the gatherings) and arts &
crafts projects from the 1999 SonCastle Faire by Gospel Light. If you
have yours and are willing to share, please contact me this week at
903-572-8264 or paula.ryburn@sbcglobal.net .

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