Thank you for considering my credentials for the current project needs at the Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce. Attached is my resume for your review. I am looking forward to future discussions regarding this opportunity. You may reach me at (409) 985-2828.

__________________________PRAYER CONCERNS_______________________

FROM Anna M. Rohde, Longview District~
I just received a call from retired pastor Rev. Jerry Vickers informing
us that he has been given only days or weeks. His cancer is spreading
and the doctors can no longer help him. Jerry is so grateful for his
time here. He feels that he has been truly blessed. God has been so good
to him. He thanks us all for our prayers, kindness and gifts. It has
been a blessing and an honor to know him.

Mr. Frank Quackenbush, husband of Vetta, the Lufkin District Admin.
Asst., had surgery on a second tumor on his brain in Nacogdoches on
Friday, March 10, at 12:30 P.M. We would all covet your prayers. Thank you.

____________________________BIRTHS________________________________

_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________

_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________

FROM Houston East District~
Lillie Burleson called with information about the new offices for the
Houston East District. They are moving to FUMC Pasadena. Please make
corrections as needed.

Phone: 281-998-8993
Fax 281-998-1236
Address: P. O. Box 1456, Pasadena, TX 77501

_________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS______________________

FROM Rev. Wineva Hankamer, Strawbridge UMC~
Partners in Mission SIFAT work trip - April 17-21, 2006
SIFAT is Servants in Faith and Technology, International, based in
Lineville AL.
Come for all or part of the week after Easter; flexible scheduling
before and after work project.
LODGING: International House $12 per person per night payable to SIFAT
when you leave the project. Bring sleeping bag and towels or pay
one-time $5 linens fee
PROJECT FEE: $100 per person payable to Texas Conference PIM
PROJECTS: floor repair Tues-Thurs 4/18-20 (Don White) Bring carpenter
tools. We need a few more men for this project! and funding from any
church who wants to contribute.
Non carpenters can help with SIFAT day event for children on Wednesday.
SIFAT FAMILIARIZATION: Global Village/Mad Indian Village/Main Campus
REGISTRAR: Wineva Hankamer winevah@yahoo.com. Deadline to register:
Monday, April 10.
This is a great time to see the mission training campus, learn about
the ministries and complete a work project that will enhance the
facilities of this Advance Special organization. It’s about a 15-Hour drive
from Houston, or fly into Birmingham airport. We will arrange to pick
you up if you let us know your travel plans. For more information about
SIFAT, visit www.sifat.org.

________________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________

FROM Jill Krone, Director for Communications, FUMC, Henderson, Texas~
Concert features America’s Singing Ambassadors...The Centenary College
Choir will present a free concert at First UMC Henderson (204 N.
Marshall in Henderson, Texas) on Friday, March 10 at 7 pm. What a great
chance to enjoy an evening of wonderful music! Contact the church office at
903.657.6588 for details or directions.

FROM Don. G. White ~
What would stronger marriages mean for your church and its families?
What if there was a way to significantly drop the divorce rate of
couples in your church?
The National Institute for Family Study reports that the divorce rate
for couples attending a Marriage Encounter Weekend is just 2% versus
the 50% rate as a national average. They also report that the Weekend
experience benefits not only the couple and their marriage, but also has a
positive effect on family communication and parenting.
Marriage Encounter-United Methodist is the oldest marriage-related
Affiliate Member of the General Board of Discipleship of The United
Methodist Church and is one of the marriage resources of our church.
Registrations are currently being taken for the ME-UM Weekend to be held in
Houston on March 10-12, 2006. For information contact: Becky and Nick
Munger at 281-360-3646 or e-mail at bamunger@yahoo.com

_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________

FROM Clear Lake UMC~
Announcing!! CLUMC will be hosting a full-band Matt Neely cd release
concert on Sunday, March 26th from 6:30-8pm. Matt ministers to youth,
singles, and families across the country and has just released his newest
cd "From Broken Me to Beautiful You" in 2006 Everyone is invited.
Tickets will be $5 in advance (call Cari at 281 488-5110 ext. 135) or $7
at the door. Hope to see you here!

FROM Amber Cirilo~
Celebration Women's Ministry announces Spring Conference 2006 . . .
Girlfriend Weekend! The conference will be April 28-30 at the Woodlands
Waterway Marriott Hotel. The keynote speaker will be author Jan Silvious.
Her passion is to help women understand relationships and be freed from
the ruts of life. Her bottom-line, humorous messages appeal to women of
all ages. At this conference, women will experience joyful praise and
worship, dynamic speakers, equipping workshops, quiet prayer time, and
fun with the girls.
Moms, bring your teens with you! There will be a special youth
speaker and activities for girls in grades 6th-12th.
For more information, or to register online, please go to
www.celebrationministries.org.
The deadline to register for Spring Conference is April 7.
If you have any questions, contact Amber Cirilo at 281-353-2991,
281-468-3386 (cell), or adcirilo@yahoo.com.

_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________

FROM John W. Harrington-- Beaumont District Restorative Justice
Coordinator~
We have quite a list, please forward to folks that might be able to
respond to distant destinations.
TDCJ:
Jack Holloway, 2275 Tyler St., Beaumont, TX 77703 DOB 5/24/67
Tyra Alving O'Brien Jr., 770 W. Railroad, Vidor, TX
77662--409-769-3113 DOB 1/11/31
Stevephen Jordon, P.O. Box 1252, Winnie, TX 77665--409-296-3333
Melvin Howard, 3030 Elinor, Beaumont, TX 77705--409-842-1625--DOB
7/24/73
Tyler Hooks, P.O. Box 776, Kountze, TX 77625--309-246-2010
Roger Myers, 7728, Rosewood, Lumberton, TX 77657--409-755-9999
"Methodist"

Gist State Jail Welcome Back and/or Operation Rebound:
Seneca Lenn Bluitt, 2215 Deleware St., Beaumont, TX
77705--409-838-4856 "I pray for assistance in a church home--and for
the Holy Spirit to guide me in life."
Charles "Michael" Thornell, 1106 Gisby, Port Neches, TX
77651--409
722-1519 "Seeking Christian fellowship"
Allen Ray Clay, 927 St. Augustine Ave., Port Arthur, TX
77640--409-985-8030 "Studied Book of Acts at Gist, interested in Temple UMC"
Kevin Duncan, 1003 Crosby Rd., Crosby, TX 77532
Robert Golden, 16202 Shalamar, Magnolia, TX 77354-1291
Mark Neal Wagner Sr., 7200 Heards Lane #708, Galveston, TX
77551--409-741-5661
David Fisher, 2715 Hwy 21-West, Madisonville, TX
77864--936-348-5967
James Downs, Splendora, TX 77372 "A Christian", no home
established.
Melvin L. Price, 502 S. 6th St., Conroe, TX 77301
Frank Collins, 2203 POPULAR St. Beaumont, TX 77701--409-835-8409
Eddrick Latson, 301 Cooper St., Nacogdoches, TX
75964--936-995-5950, 281-835-9705 "Islam at present"
Fidel Sanchez, 4705 Heron St., Hitchcock, TX 77563 "Attended
'Changes' Classes at Gist"
Other suggestions: a card or letter using your church as return
address.
Put them on your church bulletin mailing list etc:, send Job Fair info.

_______________________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 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 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 Ethel Brothers, Church Secretary~
Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church -
Air Conditioned (1990 International) Church (School) Bus For Sale
Seats 36-40
Excellent Condition
Price: $15,000.00
Price Negotiable
Please contact:
Pastor Andrew Nunley III; 713-320-6621 / 713-926-5601
Trille Hawkins
281-459-2079

You can call 713-926-5601 and leave a message and you will be
contacted.