________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________

FROM Gordon Gnipp Giddings FUMC -
I just received an urgent request from my stepson for prayer for his
sister-in law Martina Iglesias. She went into the hospital in San Antonio
Sunday evening with severe abdominal pain. They gave her two units of
blood and did emergency abdominal surgery to clear a blockage in her
intestine. She seemed to be doing better until this morning when they
found her on the floor beside her bed not breathing and she ad no vital
signs. They established an airway and recessitated her and gave her two
more units of blood. She is currently in critical condition and the
family has been called in. My stepson is under conviction and has never
asked for prayer, but I just got off the phone with him and he was
requesting prayer - "all we can get." So, please pray for Marty and all the
family and also that God will manifest his presence so all will know of
his hand. As always, I pray that His will be done. Thank you in Jesus'
name. Amen.

FROM Kenneth Reid - FUMC Chandler
Update on Larry Grubbs. Doing well enough to go home Tuesday. Will
recuperate for six weeks before returning to teach at Grambling State
University.

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_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

FROM Kip Johnson, Director of Serving Ministries, Sugar Land FUMC
Texas Conference Choir Clinic will be held June 5-9, at Lakeview
Conference Center. This camp is for children, youth and adults who
participate in or provide leadership for music and worship in their local
churches. Classes include choirs, handbells, dance, drama, visuals,
contemporary worship, and much more. Information and registration forms are
available at www.texasconfchoir.org or by contacting Kip Johnson,
kjohnson@slfumc.org.

________________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_______________________

FROM Rev. Michael Fraley
Upper Room Ministries presents An Adventure in Healing & Wholeness
When: February 25 & 26, 2006
Where: First United Methodist Church of Hempstead
Times: Saturday 9am-3pm Sunday 2:30-8pm
Cost: $50 includes 2 meals
Contact: Mike Fraley at mlfraley@ev1.net or 979.826.3727

FROM Dan Ramsey, Safe Sanctuary Consultant - Texas Annual Conference &
Retired Houston Police Officer
Need help with your local church safe sanctuary policies?
Do not have the time to do the training, maintain the records, certify
the staff and volunteers, or conduct the criminal background checks?
I can help!
Call Dan Ramsey at 281-222-4393 for information!

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_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________

FROM Adult Education Council, FUMC, Missouri City
Dr. Alyce McKenzie from the Perkins School of Theology will speak on
February 11 at the FUMC, Missouri City. Her topic is "Living by Biblical
Wisdom in a Self-Help Society." This is an installment in the
congregation's ongoing series of lecture that memorialize Judy Matthews. The
hours are 9 AM until 3 PM. Lunch is provided. Ample time for Q&A will
be allowed. The cost is $15.00 at the door and $12.00 for those who
register early. You may register by calling the church office,
218-499-3502. Childcare is available if requested by noon, February 8. The place
is the Fellowship Hall.

FROM Office of Spiritual Formation & Teaching Ministries
FORUM '06: FAITH STORIES AT THEIR BEST & BIGGEST NATIONAL CHILDREN’S
MINISTRIES CONFERENCE
A unique chance to experience the very best in training for those
interested in children’s ministries will be happening right here in the
Texas Conference on February 15-18, 2006 at Memorial Drive United
Methodist Church. Sponsored by the GBOD and the Large Church Initiative,
Forum '06 offers keynote speakers Dr. James W. Moore, Dr. Rebekah Miles,
and Jeanette Clift George and an outstanding selection of sixty-one
workshops. Participants will also experience Texas hospitality at it’s
best as they participate in an unusual progressive dinner and tour of
churches to include Windsor Village UMC, St. Luke’s UMC, and Chapelwood
UMC.
Detailed brochures and a list of workshops can be accessed at:
txcumc.org/event_detail.asp?PKValue=931
For questions please contact Donna Reed at 713-468-1973, Ext. 136,
donnareed@mdumc.org.

FROM Candy Gross, Texas Methodist Foundation
Holy Conversations: Leadership, Money, and Ministry
On March 6-7, 2006, the Texas Methodist Foundation is hosting a
state-wide conference for United Methodist clergy, laity, and institutional
leaders at the Omni Hotel in downtown Austin. This two-day event focuses
on a key challenge for churches and institutions: the need for a
clearly envisioned future based on an in-depth understanding of identity,
purpose and community. John Wimmer of the Lilly Endowment will communicate
the crucial importance of leaders capable of shaping diverse
individuals into spiritually coherent communities. Demographer Steve Murdock will
paint a picture of the population we will be serving in the years to
come. And Alice Mann and Dr. Gil Rendle, Alban Institute Senior
Consultants and Dr. Roy Shilling, President Emeritus of Southwestern University,
will provide theoretical and practical ideas about strategic planning
in churches and institutions. Other sessions will help us explore how we
can most effectively link financial resources with our plans for
future ministry.
The program offers something for every participant. Plenary sessions
feature speakers of the highest caliber, including Bishop Janice Riggle
Huie, addressing themes that affect the entire United Methodist
community. Complementing these sessions are separate workshops for churches
and institutions. All activities will communicate the message that by
strengthening our leadership and connections to each other and to our
common tradition, we are strengthening our ability to bring the hope of
Christ to those in need.
For more information and to download a registration form, visit the
Texas Methodist Foundation’s website: www.tmf-fdn.org.

_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________

_______________________JOB OPENINGS/JOBS WANTED__________________

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

FROM Robert Stutes, FUMC Pasadena TX
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES
Opening for full-time director of youth ministries at First UMC,
Pasadena, Texas. Please send inquiries by email to Pastor Robert Stutes,
robertstutes@firstumcpasadena.org.

FROM Rev. Chuck Huffman, Pastor
The United Methodist Temple in Port Arthur has an opening for a
full-time Administrative Secretary, primarily responsible for church
communication - serving as editor of the weekly newsletter, preparing bulletins
for all worship services, etc. Other duties include maintaining all
membership records, coordinating the church calendar, supervising office
volunteers, stocking office supplies, etc. The ideal candidate is a
caring, compassionate Christian, has wonderful people skills; takes the
initiative; has excellent computer and organizational skills; is
proficient in Windows XP operating system, Microsoft Publisher 2002,
Shepherd's Staff membership program (training available); and is familiar with
United Methodist Church record-keeping and organization. Salary and
benefits are negotiable based on experience and skills. Please send resume
to Rev. Chuck Huffman at chuck@umt.org. For more information, please
send email or call the pastor at 409-963-7852. The deadline for resumes
is
Sunday, February 12, 2006.

FROM Carol Bruse, Pastor
Asbury United Methodist Church (5354 Space Center in Pasadena) has two
part-time job openings:
A part-time Contemporary Worship Music Leader is needed to lead an
existing praise team during weekly rehearsals and during 8:30 am
Contemporary Sunday Worship Services, and a part-time Children's Choir
Director is needed to lead children during weekly Sunday evening rehearsals
and during monthly Sunday morning musical offerings (at 8:30 and 11:00 am
Worship Services) during the school year. For more information, job
descriptions, and/or salaries, contact Rev. Carol Bruse
carol@asbury-umc.com or Office Manager Ginger Neely
ginger@asbury-umc.com. Please send resumes by February 21, 2006.

______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

FROM Shepherd Drive UMC
Shepherd Drive UMC needs Sunday a.m organist for pipe organ. Can pay
small amount or let organist use our pipe organ for practice time. Call
the church at 713-861-3563 or e-mail music director, Rebecca Edwards,
at redwards@dawray.com .