Sorry, I was out of the office yesterday. So, don't think you got left
out. You'll just get 2 for 1 today.
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS__________________________

______________________________BIRTHS________________________________

__________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

Sorry, I wasn't able to send this out yesterday, but I wanted you to
have the information anyway. Jo

FROM Doris Folser, HNW District:
Please pray for Dave and Patti Meadows. Patti lost her mother, Mrs.
Verna Rose Kehoe, this past Friday. The funeral arrangements follow:
Viewing and the Rosary were held Monday evening at Klein Funeral Home,
1400 W. Main St., Tomball, TX. The funeral service was held this
morning, February 7th, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Community, 1111
South Cherry, Tomball, TX.

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

________________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS_______________________

FROM Donna V. Adair, Director of Communications, St. Paul's UMC,
Houston -
St. Paul's School will host two lectures in mid-February for parents of
young children. On February 15, Dr. Arturo Volpe will present "The
Importance of a Healthy Diet to Your child's Well-Being." A doctor in
private practice, Dr. Volpe specializes in holistic solutions to chronic
health problems.
On February 16, Dr. Myron Friedman will present "Helping Young
Children Develop Self-Control." Director of Psychological Services at
Edu-Clinic, Inc., Dr. Friedman will talk about the normal development of self
control, what may interfere with this, and how it can be improved.
Both lectures are free of charge and will be from 9:45 to 11:15 a.m.
in the Jones Building Room 204. Childcare is available by advance
reservations to the school at 713-528-6779 or spschool@stpaulshouston.org.
The first school in Houston accredited by the National Academy of
Early Childhood Programs, St. Paul's School is affiliated with St. Paul's
United Methodist Church, Houston.

________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Lonna Nunn, Texarkana District Office
Tapp United Methodist Church in New Boston is having a free concert on
Sunday, February 12th. Ezekiel 3:18, a contemporary Christian band,
will be performing at 6:30 p.m. For more information, please call the
office at Tapp, 903/628-2381.

_______________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR________________________

FROM Cindy Masterson
Celebration Women’s Ministry presents a Leadership Connection Event,
"Equipped to Pray," Saturday, February 18, 2006 at FUMC, Gilmer, TX.
Time is 9:00- 3:30. Cost is $20.00. Barbara Byerly will be our guest
speaker. Barbara has traveled extensively both nationally and
internationally in her teaching ministry.
We invite all women to come be equipped and inspired. There will be
worship, teaching, prayer time, and training for local chapter
Celebration leadership. Workshops on Prayer, Worship, Officer Training, and
Ministry Teams will be offered. ll women are invited to "experience
Celebration," benefit from Barbara’s teaching on prayer, and learn more
about this exciting ministry. Cost is $20.00 and includes breakfast and
lunch. For information about registration, call email
clmasterson@cableone.net or go to www.celebrationministries.org to
download a registration form.

_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________

FROM John W. Harrington-Beaumont Restorative Justice Coordinator -
Newly released:
Gatesville Womens unit: Brandi Davis, 530 Chesser, Vidor, TX 77662 -
ph. 409 783 2118
Tomeka Fontenot, 3200 Shannon, Beaumont, TX 77705 ph. 409 833 7115

Dawson Unit: Everett M. Leger, Jr., 85 Beech Dr., Lumberton, TX 77657

Gist State Jail Beaumont: Charles "Michael Thorrell, 1109 Grigsby,
Port Neches, TX 77651 ph 409 7221519
Christopher Scott Hearen, 3406 Tower Rd., Santa Fe, TX 409 316 2295 -
Studied
Overcommers, Divine Mercy, Book of Matthew, & Book of Acts.

Please contact these folks; they have asked for Christian help.
If you would like to work on Operation Rebound Prison Ministry or
have a Restorative Justice informative church presentation please contact
me at-- jwhfaye@ih2000.net

_______________________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 Joyce Elliott -
SUNSET UMC, PASADENA
CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP/MUSIC DIRECTOR
Opening for part-time position as Contemporary Worship/Music Director.
Please contact Joyce Elliott, Director of Music, at
joyceelliott@ev1.net.

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 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 Russell Memorial UMC -
We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
Russell Memorial UMC is a vibrant, charged-up church located in
Wills Point, Texas about 45 miles east of downtown Dallas on Hwy 80. We
have 600 members with about 225 average attendance on Sunday mornings.
Our community is experiencing family growth, which is bringing more and
more youth into our church. We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister
for our church to serve approximately 20 hours a week, mainly on
Sundays and special trips. We are looking for someone who is musically
talented and who would be capable of working with a youth band
(contemporary, praise, country, rock, etc.). The salary for this position will be
negotiated according to the time and talent of the candidate. We also
have a house available for housing if needed. If you are interested,
please call Pastor Ray Reed at (903) 873-2569 or e-mail:
revrayreed@sbcglobal.net. Our website is: www.russellmemorialumc.org
(still under construction).

FROM Diana Hearn, Exec. Dir. -
Job Opening from Shalom Mobile Health Ministry -
TITLE: Patient Coordinator/Coach Operator
Full-time position provides support for the Family Nurse Practitioner
and LVN and is responsible for maintenance of the patient medical
record, appointment scheduling, statistical recording, and the operation
(driving) of the mobile clinic.
QUALIFICATIONS: Biligual (English/Spanish), proficient Microsoft
Word/Excel, experience working with the public (strong people skills),
willing/able to get CDL and train to drive 36ft motor coach, willing/able to
be trained to draw blood for lab (phlebotomy certification training),
medical records/medical terminology exp. desired but not required (will
train).
HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 7:30am-5:30pm (must be available to work 3 or 4
Fri's. or Sat's. per year as assigned)
BENEFITS: Paid health insurance, vacation/sick/holiday time, pension
plan, competitive pay.
Looking for high energy, extremely organized individual to join our
team! EOE
Fax resume to Diana Hearn (713-926-3948) or e-mail
dianaehearn@sbcglobal.net


______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________

FROM Pat Travers, Tyler District UMC
Lowry Heritage Model NT-400T computerized organ to be donated. Can be
played with or without disc. If you are interested, please contact
Marsha Davis at 903.894.6155.