Condolences

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

Huebert C. Stell, Rev. William Stell’s father (Associate, St. Luke's UMC, Houston), passed away Friday, September 29. A memorial service was held Saturday, September 30, First UMC, Nash, Texas . Rev. Art Parra (Hooks UMC) officiated.

Kayleb Ard, 18 years old, First UMC, Cleveland , Texas , died this past week. Funeral will be Friday, October 6. Kayleb was a very active member of our youth ministry and will be greatly missed.

Sara, the granddaughter of Rev. Bart and Kay Reddoch (Moore & Wallace UMC’s), was still-born on Monday, October 2. The cause of death appears to be loss of oxygen. The umbilical cord was wrapped around Sara’s neck. Pray for her parents, Josh and Kristi. Kristi and Sara shared the same birthday. Services are pending in Austin .

Prayer Requests

Katherine Wende, Dr. Stephen P. Wende’s mother, (First UMC, Houston , Texas ) fell, broke her arm and separated her shoulder at her home in Salado , Texas . The doctors were unable to repair the damage through manual manipulation and casting. Surgery was scheduled for Wednesday, October 4.

Irma Cauley, Rev. Carey Cauley’s wife ( Leona Circuit), St. Joseph 's Hospital, Bryan , Texas .

Several problems including high blood sugar.

Rev. Gary Clark, (First UMC, Marlin & Reagan UMC) had a heart catheterization & stint last week.

This Week’s Events

For a ‘list’ of October events go to: http://www.txcumc.org/events_find.asp

For a ‘calendar’ view of October events go to: http://www.txcumc.org/calendar.asp

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.


Healing & Prayer Service, October 8, First UMC, Hinson Chapel , 10570 Westpark, Houston , Texas , 77042 , 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. A healing & prayer service will be held the second Sunday of each month.


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.

New Support Ministry, Educational series, Monday, October 9, 16, 23; 7-8:30 p.m. Clear Lake UMC, 16335 El Camino Real, Houston, Texas, 77062, Emily Johnson, 281-488-5111, x139, emily@clearlakemethodist.org. C.A.R.E.S. will seek to Create an Atmosphere of Respect, Education, and Support for family & friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons. The vision is to foster a group that provides opportunities for dialog about sexual orientation & gender identity. Speakers: Dr. Jerry DeSobe, Dr. Robin Lovin, Rev. Marilyn Meeker-Williams and others. groups.yahoo.com/group/clumccares/

Upcoming Events



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



Book signing, Dr. Cynthia Bond Hopson, Tuesday, October 10, 2-4 p.m., Wiley College Campus, Thomas Winston Cole, Sr. Library. Hopson is author of several books including Wiggle Tales, a collection of her Haywood Columns from the Brownsville States. Her most recent book, Bad Hair Days, Rainy Days and Mondays, Wisdom and Encouragement to Lift a Woman’s Spirit will be among the titles available at the signing.



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/



Peace Conference 2006: Making Multi-faith Connections in the Practice of Peace & Non-violence,

October 11-12, 3:30 p.m. Southwestern University Library, Georgetown , Texas . Arun Gandhi will share the non-violent practices born of religious conviction that his grandfather championed in India . There will be a panel of other faith-motivated peace practitioners responding to his lecture, a series of workshops discussing convictions as it relates to peacemaking, a peace- related art exhibit, various musical & theatrical performances and a book signing by Arun Gandhi. Registration: $5.00 for Southwestern University community members, $15.00 for all others. 512-863-1527, Wanda Holcombe, Peace with Justice Coordinator, Southwest Texas Conference UMC, wholcomb@umcswtx.org, http://www.southwestern.edu/peaceconference/



Spiritual Leadership Workshop Cancelled, Friday-Saturday, October 13-14, Memorial Drive UMC, Houston, Texas , Pastor & Author, Rev. Daniel Wolpert.



Singles @ The Ridge, “One Is A Whole Number”, Friday-Sunday, October 13-15, Blueridge UMC, 2929 Reed Road, Houston, Texas, City-wide event for Singles of all ages: Friday, Oct. 13, Worship & Praise Service, 7 p.m. Free. Saturday, Adult Singles Workshop: 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Registration Fee: $20-Group Discounts Available. Sunday, Laity Sunday featuring Singles @ the Ridge, 10 a.m. & 12 noon services, Marilyn Evans, 713-433-0911, mylne@sbcglobal.net



“Revelation: Sense or Nonsense?” Saturday, October 14, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., First UMC, Missouri City , Texas . Does the Book of Revelation not make sense to you or do you consider it nonsense? Does it concern or even scare you? Are you curious? The book is filled with symbolism and difficult to understand without help. Dr. James “Mickey” Efird, world renowned Bible scholar and speaker, has studied, taught and written books about this mysterious book and is most qualified to lead us in a seminar on Revelation and the topic of end-times theology. Pre-registration is $12 or $15 the day of the event. Lunch will be provided.



Board of Managers, Cooperative School of Christian Mission meeting, Saturday, October 14, 10 a.m. Lon Morris College , Administration Building , 800 College Ave , Jacksonville , Texas , 903-589-4000. We are moving the meeting to Lon Morris College to consider moving the School to that location for 2007. Lunch is provided.



Extravagant Generosity Workshops, Sponsored by The Center for Congregational Excellence, Rev. Cliff Christopher of Horizons Stewardship will discuss stewardship issues related to the general budget, capital campaigns, and developing relationships with persons who can make generous gifts to significant ministry. Cost: $10. October 14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Paul ’s UMC, 5501 Main Street , Houston , Texas , 77004 . Lunch included. Register by Oct. 9. October 15, 2-6 p.m., Marvin UMC, 300 W Erwin Street , Tyler , Texas , 75702 . Refreshments provided.



United Methodist Men, Kenneth Tielke, President, 281-342-9677;713-724-9755, Kenwtielke@aol.com

District Officer Election Meetings: East: Saturday, October14, 10a.m.-12 noon, First UMC, N acogdoches; Southwest: Sunday, October 15, 3-4:30p.m., First UMC, Sugarland.



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



Remarkable Women In Ministry, October 15, 10:45 a.m., Cooks Point UMC, UMW, 979-272-8996 Speakers: Rev. Perrie Joy Jackson, Galveston , Texas , was the first black woman to earn a Master of Theology degree from SMU’s Perkins School of Theology and to be ordained for the itinerant ministry

in the Texas Annual Conference. Monina (Nina) Fowler, The Philippines, currently lives in Killeen and served 25 years as a missionary nurse & a leader in women’s programs in the Malaysian Methodist Church and has taught in numerous schools of Christian mission. Special music: Soloist, Mary Reed, Madisonville . BBQ lunch, donations benefiting the Caldwell Christian Care Store.



119th Church Anniversary, Sunday, October 15, 3:30 p.m., Pleasant Grove UMC, 601 Ball Road, Huntsville, Texas, 77340, Rev.Elizabeth Palmer; Guest, Rev.Cynthia Hunter, Metropolitan UMC, Conroe,Texas.



October 15 Deadline, Trip to Israel, February 5-16, 2007, Dr. Jim Fleming, Tour Guide, Patty Wehn-Glowski, Trip Host, Magnolia UMC, 281-356-6647.



Employment Opportunities

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



Full-Time Adult Ministry Director, First UMC, Bryan, Rev. Matt Idom, 979-779-1324, matt@fumcbryan.org. In addition to the traditional expectations of heading an already strong adult Sunday School program and Bible Study groups, the position calls for a person who is excited about creating new classes, small groups, and developing additional bible studies. There is a great opportunity in ministry with and for college students and graduate students that the church wants to emphasize. Competitive salary package with benefits based upon experience.



Youth Ministries Director, First UMC, Lufkin, Texas, Rev. Carol Clifford Turner, 936-631-3223, cturner@lufkinfirst.com. Director will oversee established ministry with 130 students. Degree or youth certification & experience. Compensation includes benefits. www.lufkinfirst.com



Church Business Administrator, First UMC, Lufkin , Texas , Rev. Carol Clifford Turner, 936-631-3223, cturner@lufkinfirst.com, 2100 member congregation. Degree, Certification, or experience. Compensation includes benefits. www.lufkinfirst.com



Classifieds

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