Prayer Requests


Please remember the following Texas Conference families in your prayers:

Jack Meyers, served at Melrose/Simpson Campground, is having tests for health problems.



Rev. Polly Standing's family (Jefferson First Circuit) Jennifer, Rev. Standing's 21 yr. old daughter, was diagnosed with MS last week. Doctors want to run tests on twin sister, Kimberly and Rev. Standing to find out if they may have symptoms.

For those praying for Stephen & Carrie Shockley, please call their toll free Prayer Pager, 888-210-1687. It will buzz and let them know someone just prayed for them. For up-to-date news on their status, visit www.sfawesley.org.

Rev. Bob Waldman, Bascom UMC, Tyler, is in the hospital with an undiagnosed illness. More tests were run Tuesday, September 26.

Gordon Gnipp, Certified Lay Speaker & past treasurer of the TAC, UMM, was involved in a motorcycle accident Sunday, September 24 returning from the Wendish Festival as a volunteer. He was treated & released from Breckenridge Hospital in Austin , then taken to the Veteran's Hospital in Temple for additional treatment and released on Tuesday, September 26. 979-242-5561, gggnipp@fais.net.

This Week’s Events
Camp 2007, Curriculum Writing Input wanted! Saturday, September 30, 10-Noon, Cypress UMC, Marilyn Wadkins, mwadkins@cypress-umc.org, 281-469-0730. Interested camp directors, age level coordinators of past district camps, & anyone with a passion for Children/Youth summer camp. Purpose: Acknowledge past traditions/plan exciting new experiences. Brainstorming, Informing, & Bodybuilding.

RSVP by October 3, Complimentary lunch for pastors, Grace Point Author Series, Monday, October 9, 12 noon, The Woodlands UMC. Tools to help you utilize this series for your ministry, Free copy of the recent release by Philip Yancy, Prayer: Does it Make any Difference?, Grace Point Bookstore, gpoint@twumc.org, 281-297-5950.

Prairie View A&M University Concert Chorale, Wednesday, October 4, 12 Noon, First UMC, 1320 Main Street, Houston, Texas, 77002, 832-668-1800, www.fmhouston.com. The Chorale will present a 30 minute program of spirituals. It’s repertoire spans several centuries of choral art music and is noted for its emphasis on the preservation & performance of the African-American spiritual. Free-will offering.
Upcoming Events

Organ Concert, Sunday, October 8, 3 p.m., First UMC, 701 Calder Avenue , Beaumont , Texas presents: Olivier Latry, Titular Organist of Notre Dame Cathedral-Paris, France, in concert. Latry is an internationally renown concert organist. The program includes works by Bach, Mozart, Alain, Durufle and Berlioz. FREE.

Open House, The Cramer Retreat Center, Wednesday, Oct 11 , 11a.m. - 1p.m. Conference staff, Lay leadership, Clergy & Administrative staff learn how this facility can help your local congregations and ministries. RSVP neradke@CramerCenter.org; http://www.cramercenter.org/

Mission Opportunities

Randy Webster, Gen Bd of Global Ministry Honduran Missionary, itinerating in the Houston area is available to speak at your church or event Monday-Tuesday, October 2-3, & Thursday-Friday, October 5-6. Rev. Richard Laster, 713-468-3276, rlaster@fairhavenumc.org.

Restorative Justice: John W. Harrington, jwhfaye@ih2000.net

Gist State Jail: Roderick Sears, 5080 Helbig # 54, Beaumont , Texas , 77048 409-896-5439

Timothy Spoonmore, 5276 Wilsher, Beaumont , Texas , 77703 , 409-225-5859

TDCJ: Stanley Whitehead, 1370 Sweetwater Rd. , Vidor , Texas , Age: 35

Jonathan Todd LeBleu, 4680 El Paso St. , Beaumont , Texas , Age: 27, Needs help to enroll to get his Barber's license.

Shapel Brooks, 4890 Detroit, Beaumont , Texas , 77703

Employment Opportunities

For a complete listing of employment opportunities, go to http://www.txcumc.org/jobs_find.asp.

Full-Time Children’s Ministries Director, Friendswood UMC, 204 W Edgewood Dr. , Friendswood Texas , 77546 . Fax: 281-482-3225, jim@friendswoodumc.com. Resume & References to Rev. Jim Bass.

Growing 3,000 + member church, SE Houston . Director should be energetic, love children & want to help them become champions for Christ; should be able to develop a comprehensive ministry to children, Sunday School, mid-week programs, summer events, V B S , and other ministries to children and their families. Bachelor’s degree: Christian Ed./Elementary Ed, preferred. Salary,commensurate with education & ministry experience.

Children and Youth Ministries Director, Woodville UMC, Rev. Tommy Williams, 409-283-2471, revtommywilliams@sbcglobal.net. New position, 20 hrs./week. Director should be a Christ-centered person to lead, coordinate and develop children & youth ministries. Begin January 2007; $10,000 a year.

Classifieds
For Sale: Bus; Asbury Memorial UMC, 215 Medina , Houston , Rev. Robert R. Jackson, 281-282-0960, rjackson10832@sbcglobal.net

Wanted: Trap Drum Set, gently-used & low-cost, Grace UMC, Manvel, Rev. Don Brown, 281-489-9083, Pastor@manvelgraceumc.org.

Free (to any church): 1976 Rogers Classical Organ 2-Manual, First UMC, Nederland , Rev. Malcolm Monroe, 409-722-4379, Full church organ, working speakers, with antiphonal speaker. Works well. A new instrument has been donated. We are seeking a good church home for this organ by or before October 18th.

Condolences

Please remember the following Texas Conference families in their time of bereavement:

Mrs. Elodie Breaux (surviving spouse of Rev. Clarence Breaux ) died Thursday, September 21. Funeral service, Saturday, September 30, 11a.m., Salem UMC, Orange , Texas .

Prayer Requests

Lewis Risinger came home Friday from the hospital.

Births

Elena Anastasia, born to Brian & Coleen Miller (son & daughter-in-law to Peggy Miller, UM Center staff), weighed 8 lbs., 21” long. Congratulations to all!

This Week’s Events

Comedy Show & Dinner with Christian Comedian, Marcus Wiley, Friday, September 29, St. John’s UMC, 2019 Crawford. Sponsored by Black Methodist for Church Renewal, Cost: $5. Call 713-533-3734 for tickets. The event is part of the South Central Jurisdiction BMCR conference, which will include workshops at area churches and the Crowne Plaza hotel, and community worship on Thursday night at St. John’s . Convention details: 713-523-6392.

Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry training, Friday-Sunday, September 29-October 1, First UMC, Pasadena . A healing prayer tradition based upon the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. It comes from an understanding of the body's energy system. CEU's available for Chaplains, RMT's & other professional groups. Rev. Cheryl Smith, 281-487-8787.

Upcoming Events

Prairie View A&M University Concert Chorale, Wednesday, October 4, 12 Noon, First UMC, 1320 Main Street, Houston, Texas, 77002, 832-668-1800, www.fmhouston.com. The Chorale will present a 30 minute program of spirituals. It’s repertoire spans several centuries of choral art music and is noted for its emphasis on the preservation & performance of the African-American spiritual. Free-will offering.

Grace Point Author Series, The Woodlands UMC

Complimentary lunch for pastors, Monday, October 9, 12 noon, Tools to help you utilize this series for your ministry, Free copy of the recent release by Philip Yancy, Prayer: Does it Make any Difference?

RSVP by October 3, Grace Point Bookstore, gpoint@twumc.org, 281-297-5950.

-Robert S. McGee, Search for Significance, Saturday, October 28, 9 a.m.

-Philip Yancey, What’s So Amazing About Grace, Tuesday, November 14, 7 p.m.

-Ellsworth Kalas, Backside series, Sunday, December 3, in worship

-Brennan Manning, The Ragamuffin Gospel, February 2007

Order of St. Luke Annual Renewal of Vows, Tuesday, October 10, 1 p.m. Monthly meetings take place at St. Paul 's, Houston Chapel on a rotating time schedule. All OSL members or interested inquirers are encouraged to gather at this time. cherylsmith@firstumcpasadena.org

United Methodist Men, Texas Annual Conference, Kenneth Tielke, President, 4002 Meadowbend Ct.
Richmond, TX 77469, H: 281-342-9677; C: 713-724-9755, Kenwtielke@aol.com

District Officer Election Meetings

East: Saturday, October14, 10a.m.-12 noon, First UMC, Nacogdoches
Southwest: Sunday, October 15, 3-4:30p.m., First UMC, Sugarland
Central South: Saturday, October 21, 3-4:30 p.m., St. Luke’s UMC
South: Sunday, October 22, 3-4:30 p.m., Friendswood UMC
Tri-District Officer Training

North, Northwest, East: Saturday, October 28, 1-4 p.m., First UMC, Longview
Southeast, South, Southwest: Sunday, October 29, 2-5 p.m., Cedar Bayou UMC, Baytown
Central South, Central North, West: Saturday, November 4, 1-4 p.m., First UMC, Conroe
Conference UMMen’s Ministry Team Meeting Schedule

Saturday, October 21, 10 a.m.-12 noon, First UMC, Conroe

Saturday, November 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. , Lakeview

Mission Opportunities

The newest Cramer Retreat Center Newsletter is now available on-line at http://www.CramerCenter.org/newsletters.

Employment Opportunities

For a complete listing of employment opportunities, go to http://www.txcumc.org/jobs_find.asp.

Condolences

Please remember the following Texas Conference families in their time of bereavement:

Prayer Requests

Rev. Lewis Risinger, retired minister, has been admitted to Herman Memorial Hospital , Rm. 2N38, Memorial City .

Carrie Shockley & unborn twins, member at First UMC, Lufkin is currently at Schumpert Hospital , Shreveport where they are trying to stop her labor contractions. The babies are at 29 weeks, and every day they delay means 3-5 fewer days in the neonatal ICU. The church is setting up a prayer pager for them for those who'd like to participate.

Nick Sholars’ aunt, Voncille Howard, had surgery Tuesday, September 19, ETMC, Tyler .

Jessie Steele, Rev. Jimmy L. Steele’s grandaughter, Trinidad UMC. She had surgery Wednesday, September 19 to correct a birth defect. She is 1and a 1/2 years old.

This Week’s Events

Correction

Cynthia Clawson concert @ John Wesley UMC, 5830 Bermuda Dunes, Houston, begins Sunday, September 24, 5:30 p.m. vs. 5 p.m.

Internet Safety Night, Sunday, September 24, 5:30pm, Mission Bend UMC, 3710 Hwy. 6 South, Houston , Texas , 77082 , For Parents & Youth. Brent Clingerman, from KSBJ, will speak about internet safety & MySpace. Understand how to protect ourselves from the dangers of being on-line. RSVP for Childcare, 281-497-4491.

The Women are gathering at the Gathering, Tuesday, September 26, 8 p.m., Clergywomen will gather for a time of fellowship, dessert and coffee. Rev. Suzy Reedstrom, 713-468-8356, suzyreedstrom@mdumc.org.

Upcoming Events

Camp 2007, Curriculum Writing Input wanted! Tuesday, September 26, 6-8pm, St. Luke’s UMC - Houston, Boyd Goodloe, bgoodloe@stlukes-hou.org, 713-622-7550; Saturday, September 30, 10-Noon, Cypress UMC, Marilyn Wadkins, mwadkins@cypress-umc.org, 281-469-0730; Monday, October 16, 6-8, First UMC, Crockett; Cindy Parker, cindyfumcc@valornet.com, 936-544-2044; Tuesday, October 17, 6-8pm, First UMC, Missouri City, Jen Hanson, jhanson@fumcmc.org, 281-499-3502. Interested camp directors, age level coordinators of past district camps, and anyone with a passion for summer camping for Children & Youth. This is the time of new beginnings. Purpose: Acknowledge past traditions and plan exciting new experiences. Brainstorming, Informing, & Bodybuilding. Goal: Happy Campers!

Mission Opportunities

Restorative Justice Ministries: Newly released, asking for a local church to contact them

Gatesville Womens Unit: Lara Broussard, P.O. Box 2073 , Groves , Texas , 77619 , 409-963-1305

TDCJ: Joseph Thibedeaux, 8305 San Anselmo, Beaumont , Texas , 77708 , 409-225-5903

Henry D. Smith, P O Box 6702 , Beaumont , TX 77725

If your church has not yet done so, please look at the idea of starting a Toastmasters club in your church. It is a superb program for developing servant lay leadership and it provides a safe, comfortable environment for members of the congregation and ex-offenders to get to know one another. At www.skillsforlifepm.com listen to speeches by inmates to see results of the program. Jim Arnold, arnojl@msn.com.

Employment Opportunities

For a complete listing of employment opportunities, go to http://www.txcumc.org/jobs_find.asp.

Full-time Finance Director, First UMC, Alvin, Texas, Marcia Bunch, SPR Chair, 281-331-6779, Rev. Jim Flagg, jimflagg@alvinmethodist.org. Must be familiar with fund accounting. Shelby software exp. a plus.

Administrative Assistant, Holy Trinity UMC, 13207 Orleans , Houston , Texas 77015 , Rev. RustyWatkins or Otto Meyers, 713-433-7203, Fax 713-453-0354, htumc@sbcglobal.net. Hrs: M-Th 8-4:30, F 8-Noon.

Applicants should possess a love of Christ & the church, office experience (preferably in a church), computer & people skills (accounting skills a plus). Responsibilities include pastoral support, preparing weekly worship bulletin & bi-monthly newsletter, and support for congregational ministries and programs. Salary flexible. Send Resume. Indicate F/T or P/T.

Pianist, First UMC, Texarkana , Texas , 870-772-5511, 870-774-4642. 3-5 hrs per week, Wednesday evening & Sunday morning.

Condolences

Please remember the following Texas Conference families in their time of bereavement:

Dr. Betty P. Stephenson (Rev. Tom Stephenson’s mother) died Sunday, September 14. Service of Death and Resurrection, Thursday, September 21, 11 a.m., Bellaire UMC. Dr. Mark Young, preaching and Rev. Rick Hume, Liturgist. 281-686-4514 cell, tom@aumc.org

Prayer Requests

Martha Valentine, UM Center Staff member, has been moved from Methodist Hospital to the 2nd floor, Surgical ICU at Kindred Hospital on Fannin Street in Houston, Texas. Per her husband, Aaron, she’s had more bad days than good.

This Week’s Events

Wesley Community Center Annual Luncheon, Thursday, September 21, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Memorial Drive UMC, 12955 Memorial Drive , Houston , Texas . $15 for catered lunch, Reservations: Jerry Peperone, 713-223-8131 ext 239. Door Prizes, musical entertainment. Boutique & silent auction for your shopping pleasure. Sponsored by United Methodist Women, Houston Districts. All proceeds benefit Wesley.

"The Old Ship of Zion ", September 22, 7 p.m., Blueridge UMC, 2929 Reed Road , Houston , Texas , 713-733-5174, Presented by the Drama Ministry - Come, join us for a memorable voyage. Free.

United Methodist Men Fall Conference, "Taking IT Downtown", Saturday, September 23, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., St. Paul 's UMC, 5501 South Main, Houston , Texas , Speaker: Dr. Robert Stutes, All Men & Clergy Invited & Encouraged to attend! $30 Breakfast & lunch included. Kenneth Tielke, President, 281-342-9677 Hm., 713-724-9755 Ch. , Register on-line: http://www.tcumm.org/

Mission Opportunities

DISCIPLE Bible Study In Prison: Funding is available for starting new DISCIPLE in Prison programs. Offering DISCIPLE in Prison has the power to revitalize congregations. Financial assistance or "how to" ideas for starting this ministry of restoration, Vicki Schleimer, vickcosmos@yahoo.com, 281 980-2530.

Employment Opportunities

For a complete listing of employment opportunities, go to http://www.txcumc.org/jobs_find.asp.

Youth Director, St. John 's UMC, Texas City , Rev. Deborah Proctor, 409-948-2466, pastor@stjohnsumctc.org. Looking for the right person to direct our youth program. 20-30 active youth, 150 average congregation attendance. 30+ hrs./wk.

Mr. Roberto Cortinas, father of Rev. Joe Cortinas, Beneke UMC, Hispanic Ministries Director CS District, passed September 14. September 15, Viewing: 2 p.m., Prayer Service: 7 p.m. Beneke UMC, 9104 Harrell, Houston , Texas . Memorial service, Interment, Saturday, September 16, 10a.m., First UMC, Madisonville , Texas .

Prayer Requests

My mother, Betty Stephenson, was discharged Friday, September 15 from Memorial SW hospital. She is coming home for the last days of her life. I thank you for keeping us in your prayers. Rev. Tom Stephenson, Atascocita UMC , 19325 Pinehurst Trail Drive , Humble , Texas , 77346 , 281-686-4514, tom@aumc.org

This Week’s Events

137th Anniversary Bethlehem UMC, Hemsptead, Sunday, September 17. Guest speakers: Rev. Homer Williams, 11 a.m.; Rev. Kendall Graham, 3 p.m.

Community Health Fair, Thursday, September 21, St. Paul, 821 Texas Ave. , Pt. Arthur, Texas 77641, 409-985-9977, Hosted by: The Silver Angels.

Texas Conference Clergy Spouses Association 2006 Retreat, ‘Celebrate Life With Sabbath Rest’ September 22 DEADLINE, Friday-Saturday, October 20-21, leabynum@sbcglobal.net, 903-759 9353.

Chapelwood's SingleFEST, “Living in the Spirit”, Friday-Sunday, September 22-24. City-wide event for Singles of all ages. Friday, Sept. 22, 7-11p.m., Fellowship Hall: Singles Dance Night. Saturday, 1:45 - 9:30 p.m., Chapel: Speakers - Charles Gaby, Friendships for a Lifetime and Michael Smalley, The DNA of Relationships. Dinner included. Sunday, 9:45 a.m. - Noon, Sanctuary & East Rooms: Worship and Singles Open House. Early registration $40. Postmarked by September 15. Janice Cowley, 713-354-4465, www.singlefest.org

Updated contact information

Holy Conversations: Speaker Training, Saturday, September 23, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Mark's UMC, 600 Pecore (just west of N. Main), Houston, Texas 77006, Glynden Bode, 281-537-5628, glyndenbode@gmail.com, www.smumc.org . Lunch included. The Social Principles Implementation Ministries team will train who will visit congregations to discuss Social Principles; the Wesley Quadrilateral; Compassionate Communication and Dialog Skills. Participants will learn how to encourage understanding and implementation of these foundational United Methodist spiritual principles. Contact your District Office to determine if credit toward Lay Speaking re-certification can be received for this course.

Upcoming Events

Grammy Award Winner Cynthia Clawson in Concert at John Wesley UMC, Sunday, September 24, 8:30 & 11a.m. and 5 p.m., 5830 Bermuda Dunes, Houston , 281-444-2112, www.jwumc.org, Free.

"Shelter from the Storm: A Time for Healing and Wholeness", Sunday, September 24, 4-8 p.m., Ford Park Pavilion. A commemorative event hosted by the Southeast Texas Interfaith Organization. Clergy/Counselors, resource information, devotional area, a labyrinth and prayer wall will be available. Volunteers contact Carol Tompkins, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Beaumont, 409-838-6308.

Mission Opportunities

Interfaith Voter Registration Drive, Saturday Sept. 23, 9-noon, Notre Dame Catholic Church, 7720 Boone Rd. , Church & Society Committee, Rev. Glynden Bode, glyndenbode@gmail.com, 281-537-5628.

To become deputized to register voters, and help get low-income persons registered in the Houston area: Participate in a non-partisan, interfaith voter registration drive. Once deputized, you may register voters in your own congregation. Remember, if you recently moved, then you may not be registered to vote. Voters must be registered at their current address.

Employment Opportunities

For a complete listing of employment opportunities, go to http://www.txcumc.org/jobs_find.asp.

Administrative Assistant, Holy Covenant UMC, 22111 Morton Road , Katy , Texas 77449 , 281-579-1200, Fax 281-579-1213, www.holycov.org; office@holycov.org . We are looking for someone with a love of Christ, computer skills, people skills, and office experience (preferably in a church). The job is presently M-Th 8:30-4:00, F 8:30-Noon. Responsibilities include preparation/publishing of our weekly worship bulletins & monthly newsletter, pastoral/staff support, volunteer coordination, and congregational & community interface. Send Resume. Indicate F/T or P/T.

Part-Time Accompanist, Rose Hill UMC just outside of Tomball, Two “blended” services Sunday and choir rehearsal Wednesday. Should be able to sight read well and work with Pastor & Music Director. pastor@rosehillumc.org.

Condolences

Please remember the following Texas Conference families in their time of bereavement:

Versie B. Lister, Rev. Regina Greenwood's mother died Monday, September 11. Rev. Greenwood is married to Rev.Otis Greenwood. Services are pending at this time.

Mrs. Mimi Nichols, retired diaconal died Friday, August 25.

Rev. Cecil Harper, retired elder died Thursday, August 31. Service will be Saturday, September 23, First UMC, Bullard.

Rev. James McCullar, retired elder died Friday, September 1.

Dale Karaff, husband of Betty Karaff (retired UMC church secretary, Beaumont area) died suddenly Saturday, August 26. Funeral service was August 30, First UMC, Beaumont. Cards may be sent to P.O. Box 1106 , Vidor , Texas , 77670 . Those wishing to memorialize Mr. Karaff may go to www.BroussardsMortuary.com and search the online memorial site for details.

Prayer Requests

Rev. Allison Byerley's niece, Brittany Watters, admitted to Town & Country Hospital , severe eye infection and dehydration.

Stewart Memorial UMC thanks everyone for your prayers on behalf of Susie Teddlie. She has been to church the last two Sundays and is gaining in strength. Praise God for the healing she has received.

Rev. Joe Cortinas' (Beneke UMC & Hispanic Director, CS District) father was moved to hospice last Friday. He is not doing well and they have called the family in.

Births

Emma Sloan Thomas, born to Rev. Matt (Fannett Faith) & Renae Thomas, Monday, September 11, St. Elizabeth Hospital, Beaumont, 9 lbs., 4 oz., 20 1/2 inches long. Mom and baby doing well.

This Week’s Events

The Gathering Motel-type lodging is at capacity. Dormitory lodging available at Asbury or Windham . Participants need to furnish their own linens. Cost: $25 per night.

Let The Praise Began: Musical Explosion, Saturday,September 16, 6 p.m., Wilbur Chapel UMC 7002 Martin Luther King Blvd. Hitchcock , Texas , Special Guest: The Soul Invaders of Brenham, Rev. Debra M. Brown, 409-986-5439, Alta Caligone, 409-986-4737, Free.

Upcoming Events

Chapelwood's SingleFEST, “Living in the Spirit”, Friday-Sunday, September 22-24. City-wide event for Singles of all ages. Friday, Sept. 22, 7-11p.m., Fellowship Hall: Singles Dance Night. Saturday, 1:45 - 9:30 p.m., Chapel: Speakers - Charles Gaby, Friendships for a Lifetime and Michael Smalley, The DNA of Relationships. Dinner included. Sunday, 9:45 a.m. - Noon, Sanctuary & East Rooms: Worship and Singles Open House. Early registration $40. Postmarked by September 15. Janice Cowley, 713-354-4465, www.singlefest.org

Holy Conversations: Speaker Training, Saturday, September 23, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Mark's UMC, 600 Pecore (just west of N. Main), Houston, Texas 77006, 713-861-3104. Lunch included. The Social Principles Implementation Ministries team will train who will visit congregations to discuss Social Principles; the Wesley Quadrilateral; Compassionate Communication and Dialog Skills. Participants will learn how to encourage understanding and implementation of these foundational United Methodist spiritual principles. Contact your District Office to determine if credit toward Lay Speaking re-certification can be received for this course.

Grammy Award Winner Cynthia Clawson in Concert at John Wesley UMC, Sunday, September 24, 8:30 & 11a.m. and 5 p.m., 5830 Bermuda Dunes, Houston , 281-444-2112, www.jwumc.org, Free.

Jesse Eschbach: Organ Recital, Sunday, October 15, 4 p.m., The Foundry UMC, 8350 Jones Rd. , @ Hwy. 290, Houston , Texas , 77065 , 713-937-9388, www.foundrychurch.org, Free.

Mission Opportunities

Prison Releases

John W. Harrington Southeast Texas District Restorative Justice Coordinator

These folks have asked for a church to contact them.

Gatesville Womens Unit:

Cara Thomas, P. O. Box 969 , Vidor , Texas 77670 , 409-786-2514

Gist State Jail-Beaumont:

Alan Walter, 1327 West Fifth, Feeport , Texas , 77541 , 979-230-0946

Stevin Burrawo, 3010 East Nasa Rd., # 918 , Seabrook , Texas , 77586

Michael Peeples, 2413 Hird, Orange , Texas , 77630 , 409 883-9893

Norman Reed, 5017 Waco , Port Arthur , Texas , 77640

Chris Edwards, 405 Vance, League City , Texas , 77573 , 281-332-6283

Moses G. Alegria, 305 West Cypress , Riviera , Texas , 78379, 361-296-3144, 361-297-5470

Paul M. Smith, 8501 Bob White Drive , Houston , Texas , 77074

Michael Patrick Gilison, P.O. Box Deweyville , Texas , 77614 , 409-746-3097, Age: 42

Arthur Wayne Trainer, 5345 Combs Drive , Beaumont , Texas , 77705 , Age: 48

Cedric Joseph, 4095 Lou Street , Beaumont , Texas , 77705 , Age: 34

David Joubert, 2808 Amarillo , Beaumont , Texas , 77701 , 409-833-3384, 409-833-3354, Age: 28

Employment Opportunities

For a complete listing of employment opportunities, go to http://www.txcumc.org/jobs_find.asp.

P/T Youth Ministries Director, First UMC, 10629 Eagle Drive, P.O. Box 530, Mont Belvieu, Texas 77580, 281-576-1832, 281-576-5402 Fax, donna@fumcmb.com, jamie@fumcmb.com.

Director will provide leadership and assume responsibility for the ministry of discipleship, spiritual formation, and fellowship for youth in the 7^th - 12^th grades. Potential for full-time position in the near future. Barbers Hill School District . Growing community with 17 new subdivisions and 4900 new homes under construction. Our church reflects that growth by an increase in attendance and new membership.

P/T Music Director, First UMC, 10629 Eagle Drive, P.O. Box 530, Mont Belvieu, Texas 77580, 281-576-1832, 281-576-5402 Fax, donna@fumcmb.com, jamie@fumcmb.com.

Director will organize and supervise, with the Pastor and Accompanist, the musical life of the congregation including youth and adult hand bells, choirs, weekly practice, regularly scheduled Sunday services and special services. Potential for full-time position in the near future. Barbers Hill School District . Growing community with 17 new subdivisions and 4900 new homes under construction. Our church reflects that growth by an increase in attendance and new membership.

After School Director/Summer Camp Co-Director, Quillian Recreation Center- First UMC, Tom Gaden, 10570 Westpark Dr. , Houston, Texas, 77042, 713-458-4705, tgaden@quilliancenter.org, www.quilliancenter.org, $30,000 annually, plus benefits. Responsible for daily operations of the Center's after school program and co-direct the Center's summer day camp program. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Closing Date: Sept. 15

Athletic Director/Summer Camp Co-Director, Quillian Recreation Center- First UMC, Tom Gaden, 10570 Westpark Dr., Houston, Texas, 77042, 713-458-4705, tgaden@quilliancenter.org, www.quilliancenter.org, $30,000 annually, plus benefits. Responsible for daily and seasonal operations of Center's athletic programs and co-direct the Center's summer day camp program. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Closing Date: Sept. 15

First UMC is considering creating a position of office manager who would be responsible for staff and overseeing the programs of the church. If you have a position similar to this in your church, we would appreciate a job description and salary information. Danielle Heil, Membership Secretary, 502 N. 6th St ., Orange, Texas , 77630, 409-886-7466, fumc.membership@pnx.com

Events

The Sound of Music: A Musical Comedy, Dinner and Silent Auction
Performed by the First Methodist Houston Sanctuary Choir
Friday, September 22 at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, September 23 at 1 p.m. Tickets are $20
First UMC, 1320 Main Street , Houston , TX 77002-6866 . 832-668-1800. eaxelson@fmhouston.com

Interfaith Visit to Turkey
Sunday, September 10 5 p.m.

Dr. Jim Bankston, Senior minister discusses his interfaith visit to Turkey . Snack supper will kick off SNAC - Sunday Nights At Church. Activities for children through fifth grade and childcare will be provided. St. Paul's UMC, Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, 5501 Main Street, Houston, TX 77004. 713-528-0527 x 14 or 713-705-6542.


Environmentalist/Doctor Lectures

Deer Park: Friday, September 15 at 7 p.m. St. Paul ’s: Saturday, September 16 at 10 a.m. & Sunday, September 17 at 9:45 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

As chief of the medical staff at a large hospital, Dr. J. Matthew Sleeth saw patients suffering from cancer, asthma, and other chronic diseases. Turning to his faith for guidance, he discovered how the Scriptural lessons of personal responsibility, simplicity, and stewardship could be applied to modern life. Lectures are free. Lunch during the 12:30 lecture is $10. Reserve lunch & childcare by noon September 14. St. Paul's UMC, Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, 5501 Main Street, Houston, TX 77004. 713-528-0527 x 14 or 713-705-6542.

Passport to Missions
September 15-16

Partners In Mission of the Texas Annual Conference will host a mission forum at The Woodlands UMC. Registration starts at 4pm on Friday. Bishop Janice Riggle Huie to speak Friday.

Workshops, the Global Village and presentations by Dr. Robert Hunt of Perkins and Willie Berman, Mexico missionary, on Saturday. Learn new ways to create mission experiences through Partners In Mission. Cost: $45 (includes meals). Details: www.partnersinmission.org.
Rev. Wineva Hankamer, 281-360-4500 or 713 315-7593, winevah@yahoo.com or
Kathie Mann, 713 521-9383, texaspim@methodists.net.


Clergy Gathering

September 26-27

Clergy Gathering ’06 welcomes Dr. Craig Gilliam as presenter and Dr. Zan Holmes as preacher at Lakeview. Gilliam, Director of the Center for Pastoral Effectiveness in the Louisiana Conference will explore “Rediscovering Your Passion for Ministry.” Holmes, one of the truly great preachers of our generation will inspire us and challenge us. Bishop Huie invites clergy conversation and will celebrate communion Wednesday evening. Details: www.txcumc.org.

Organ Concert

Sunday, October 8 at 3 p.m
The Leland Best Council for the Arts of First United Methodist Church-Beaumont, Texas presents: Olivier Latry, Titular Organist of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris , France , in concert. Latry is an internationally renown concert organist. The program includes works by Bach, Mozart, Alain, Durufle and Berlioz. Free. 701 Calder Avenue , Beaumont .


Mission Opportunities
Prison Releases
John W. Harrington Southeast Texas District Restorative Justice Coordinator

Gist State Jail:
Pre-release interview conducted by Operation Rebound. To be released on Sept. 22
Timothy Spoonemore, 5276 Wilsher, Beaumont , Texas . 409-892-7456. Age 27.
Seeking employment. Skills: Carpentry, House leveling, Framing & Roofing.
TDCJ:

Anthony L. Mitchell, 4451 3rd Street Port Arthur , Texas , 77642 . 409-982-8426.Age 55.
Burnise Mayfield, 2639 Ninth Avenue , Port Arthur , Texas , 77642 .
Chuck Pierre , P. O. Box 2132 , Nederland , Texas , 77627 .
Larry Thompson, 506 Azalea Street , Orange , Texas , 77630 . 409-883-2054.