the 17th, so there will be no group email either day. Have a most
Blessed Easter! Jo Mackenzie, TXCUMC
________________________PRAYER CONCERNS________________________
FROM David Davidson~
Please keep FUMC Paige in your prayers as they are having their first
Easter Sunrise service for the greater Paige area. There are many an
unchurched person in these woods.
_____________________________BIRTHS______________________________
_________________________DEATHS/FUNERALS_________________________
_____________________CONFERENCE INFORMATION______________________
___________________NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS/EVENTS___________________
FROM Robert Johnson,Windsor Village UMC~
A gracious donor has made a contribution to pay registration costs for
four pastors of the Texas Conference who would like to attend the
eChurch Leadership and Ministry Development Conference. The gifts will be
awarded on a first-come-first-served basis. Please call Robert Johnson
at 713-723-8187, ext. 237, for more information.
FROM Joyce Elliott~
Houston East District is offering five $150 scholarships for children
and youth to attend Texas Conference Choir Clinic. Yes, Choir Clinic is
relevant for your church. Visit the website www.texasconfchoir.org to
see what is available the week of June 5-9 at Lakeview. The cost has
gone down to $265 per camper for early registration which is May 1. One
scholarship per church can be claimed by writing a request to Joyce
Elliott at joyceelliott@ev1.net or calling 713-946-5987.
_______________________THIS WEEK'S EVENTS_________________________
FROM Rev. Pam Jackson~
John Wesley UMC, 5830 Bermuda Dunes, Houston 77069, invites you to an
extraordinary service of worship on Holy Thursday at 7:30 p.m., as Mike
Lewis, nationally known Jesus Painter, presents with JWUMC chancel
choir.
For more information, visit www. jwumc.org.
FROM Jim Jackson~
Attention Parents, To-Be Parents and Other Caregivers:
An important documentary on child abuse prevention will be broadcast on
Channel 8, Houston PBS, Thursday, April 13, 7:00 PM, "The Brutal Truth:
Protecting the Family from Violence."
National and local experts filmed in the documentary will bring new
insights on how parents can better handle the stressful times. Topics
such as temper tantrums, discipline versus punishment, bullying,
inappropriate touching, neglect, self-esteem, and kids raising kids will be
covered.
I have viewed the film and it is excellent. It fits perfectly with
our United Methodist emphasis on "Safe Sanctuary." You can go to
www.brutaltruthproject.org to download a poster.
FROM Wesley UMC , 7225 Homestead, in northeast Houston~
We invite all believers to join us in our Annual Good Friday Service,
at 7 p.m. The Thespians of Wesley will dramatize "Witness of the Light,"
by Rev. John Park, directed by Annie Ford. This is a dramatic worship
service that shows the true joy of the resurrection. Wesley will be
joined by guest performers from Lane Chapel CME. Church: Clarence Shaw,
director of music and Randy Young, pastoral minister. We welcome your
presence.
FROM Bill Posey, Living Way United Methodist Church~
WHAT: Open House for our new facility with Food, Fun (Moon Walk for
Kids), Music, and Fellowship. Come help us celebrate our new home. Grand
Opening Easter Sunday!!!
WHERE: 17555 Highway 242 - Conroe, Texas 77302
WHEN: Saturday, April 15, 2006 - 1-4 PM
Cost: FREE!!
__________________________OF SPECIAL INTEREST_______________________
FROM Robert Johnson~
To all pastors and laity of ethnic local churches in the Texas
Conference:
We still have several full scholarships available for eChurch2006,
the national leadership and ministry development conference hosted
annually by Windsor Village UMC. The scholarships are available on a
"first-come-first-served" basis. To take advantage of this great
opportunity, please contact Robert Johnson at 713-726-2013 or Marilyn Cooper at
713-723-8187, ext. 240.
_________________________MARK YOUR CALENDAR_______________________
FROM Jackie Vaughan, Director, Media Grants and Services, Igniting
Ministry~
Grant monies available -
A reminder that the next application round for Igniting Ministry
matching media grants begins May 1- June 1. This will cover both
Back-to-School and Advent advertising seasons.
Apply for one or both. Information and an application can be
downloaded at www.igniting ministry.org
click on matching grants. Media grants will cover 50% of the approved
purchase for TV/Cable, billboard, cinema or radio.
Igniting Ministry Media Services team can also furnish estimates,
purchase and place your media. Services are free. Call, 615-742-5140.
FROM CHASE GRASTY (TERRACE UMC HOUSTON)~
Join Terrace UMC Saturday, May 20, at Pine Crest Golf Club in West
Houston for the 7th Annual Golf Tournament raising money for college
ministries! Entry fee before April 30 is $80/golfer, after April 30, $85.
Sponsorships are also being sought. For more information please contact
Chase Grasty @ 713-263-0258 / chasegrasty@hotmail.com, or Wayne Meyenberg
@ 713-996-7787 / wpmgl1800@sbcglobal.net.
FROM Donna Dean Hutcherson~
PIM is looking for: Team members to go June 10 - 17 to help build a
Fellowship Hall at White Cone. Also, Teams and/ or team members to go to 4
Corners July 8 - 15 to help build a church in Thoreau. Call Donna Dean
Hutcherson @ 903/668-2249 or e-mail at ddhutch@juno.com.
_____________________RESTORATIVE JUSTICE NOTICES__________________
FROM Jack Walker~
OKLAHOMA CONFERENCE LEADER OF RESTORATIVE JUSTICE TO SPEAK AT METHODIST
LUNCH ON FRIDAY, APRIL 21, IN HOUSTON -
Rev. Dr. Stan Basler, Executive Director of Criminal Justice,
Oklahoma Conference, will speak at noon Friday, April 21, on restorative
justice (RJ) activities. The conference operates four ex-offender
(Redemption) churches and two half-way (Exodus) houses. With a budget in excess
of $500,000 in 2006, they are leading the way in RJ activites
throughout Methodism.
As our conference moves forward in RJ and for clergy and
congregational excellence
under Bishop Janice Riggle Huie, all interested Methodists are invited
to hear how Oklahoma congregations and clergy welcome back the
prodigals, serve the victims of crime, and help the criminal justice
professionals.
The lunch is at the Sheraton North, two blocks North of Beltway 8 on
JFK Blvd., heading toward Bush Airport, in the Austin Room upstairs.
Total cost is $12. Call Jack Walker for reservations BY APRIL 19 at
713-569-1076 or Rev. Jerry Williams at 903-675-2757.
The lunch is associated with, but separate from, the convention
mentioned below.
NOTE: You can still sign up for the April 21-21 State Convention on
Restorative Justice by going to http:newgateinitiative.org. It is In the
Sheraton North Hotel.
________________________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 C. J. Taylor, UM Foundation~
The Board of Directors for the United Methodist CRAMER RETREAT CENTER
OF THE TEXAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE is currently accepting resumes’ for
consideration for the position of on-site PROPERTY MANAGER. The Cramer
Retreat Center is a beautiful 18-acre site located in Spring, Texas, just
west of I.H. 45 and Cypresswood Drive. Visit our website at
www.cramercenter.org to learn more about the property.
Please forward all resumes’ with letter of introduction by email to
the following: Cramer Retreat Center, attn: Mr. Michael D. Kennedy,
Chairman; email: mkennedy@pateeng.com ALL INQUIRIES SHALL BE
CONFIDENTIAL.
FROM Rev. Tommy Williams~
Woodville United Methodist Church is looking for a Summer Youth
Ministries Director.
Woodville is located halfway between Beaumont and Lufkin on Hwy 69.
We are looking for a college student with energy, passion and love for
God and young people.
$2400/summer, plus possible local housing and some board. Send
resume to revtommywilliams@sbcglobal.net or call 409-283-2471 for more info.
______________________WANT ADS (Items Needed/Wanted)________________
FROM Rev. Dave Avis, St. John's UMC Baytown ~
This may be of interest to other United Methodists:
Original Page from the First Edition of the 1611 King James Bible
framed with a laser copy of the title page. Original page visible on both
sides. $250
My Collection of 27 Methodist Hymnals from 1812 to 1852, including
several small ladies purse-size hymnals. Priced to sell. Pick and choose
or make me an offer for the entire collection.
My Collection of 14 Methodist Disciplines from 1840 to 1890 and
others newer. From $15 - $85. Or make me an offer for the whole
collection.
281-420-3806 or 713-899-8795
FROM David Foster, Buna FUMC~
I have a Braille Bible for whomever wants it. I acquired it today and
have no wish to keep it if someone out there has a need for it. I have
no idea what translation it is, or how old it is. It is a complete
18-volume set and is in very good condition. 409-994-3232
FROM Reverend Mariann Wallace ~
Paul Horton UMC has 23 of the Red United Methodist Hymnals available to
any church who may need hymnals.
If you work with a nursing home or other facility who might need
them, we will be glad to pass them on to them as well. Please contact
Reverend Mariann Wallace at paulhortonpastor@sbcglobal.net or 281-376-8381
if interested in the hymnals.
FROM Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church~
215 Medina St., Houston, Tx 77012-
Pastor Andrew Nunley III-
713-926-5601
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.
