Prayer Requests
Delmer McAdow, grandfather-in-law of Rev. Jon Stouffer (First UMC, Dayton) had surgery Tuesday, February 23 in a Marion, Ohio hospital to repair an abdominal aneurism.
Events
UMWs Spring Celebration: Friday - Saturday, March 5 - 6, Lakeview Conference Center, C Fowler, 713 774-4262, c.s.fowler@sbcglobal.net. Bishop Huie speaks on "Passionate Worship, The Beginning of Service"; focus groups explore new ways to encounter the Holy, increase faith and change your life. Registration form: www.txconfumw.org.
Five Day Academy for Spiritual Formation: Sunday Friday, March 7 12, Prothro Center, Lake Texoma, Dr. Joan G. LaBarr, 972-526-5036; 214-563-0404, mailto:labarr@ntcumc.org. Brochure: click here.
Clergy Women's Retreat: April 21 - 23, 3 p.m., Wednesday 1 p.m., Friday, Lakeview Conference Center, 400 Private Rd. 6036, Palestine, 75801, Rev. Bonnie Osteen, 409-392-7565. Suzette Caldwell will lead a Multi-Cultural inspirational time focused on worship and prayer to unite Sister's in Christ. bonnie.osteen@chapelwoodumc.org, www.lakeviewmcc.org.
Fallbrook Church Construction Expo: April 29 30, Thursday, 7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Fallbrook Church, 12512 Walters Rd., Houston, 77014, Olus R. Holder, Jr., 281-444-2733. Speaker: Kirbyjon Caldwell; Flyer and Itinerary: http://www.txcumc.org/2010constructionexpo, www.fallbrookchurch.org.
Central South District
Lenten Recital Series: Thursdays, February 25 - March 25, 12:15 p.m., St. Paul's UMC, 5501 Main at Binz/Bissonnet, Houston, 77004, Dawn Uebelhart, 713-528-0527, dawn@stpaulshouston.org. Artists include Rob Landes, Catherine Schaeffer, Nicholas Bergin, and Friendswood High School Choral; Schedule: www.stpaulshouston.org.
The Journey of Lent: Wednesdays, March 3, 10, 17 and 24; 12 12:30 p.m., First UMC, 1320 Main at Clay, Houston, 77002, Allen Houk, 832-668-1834, ahouk@fmhouston.com. Kathy Behrman performs in a one-woman program portraying extra Biblical characters such as Anna, the mother of Mary; and the Bethlehems Innkeepers wife. RSVP for Optional Lunch: $5, 832-668-1800, fmhouston.com/events; Event is Free.
North District
Lay Speaking School and Certified Lay Minister Module III Training: Saturday, March 6 and April 10, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., First UMC, 306 Scurry, Daingerfield, 75638, Anna M. Rohde, 903-758-7003. Cost: Lay Speaker School, $40; CLM Module Training*, $20 (*Requires pastor recommendation letter and must be a certified lay speaker).
Northwest District
165th Anniversary Celebration & Heritage Sunday: April 11, 10 a.m. 12 p.m., First UMC, 1031 South East Loop 456; Jacksonville, 75766, Barbara Hugghins or May Lou Meyers, 903-586-2494. Special music and presentations; Speaker: Northwest District Superintendent Rev. Sandra Smith; Luncheon and photo displays in Waller Hall. The Methodist March in Jacksonville, Texas is a historical hardback book on the history of our church, available for $25. Lunch is free. bh@jacksonvillemethodist.org.
South District
One-Day Seminar with Dr. Jim Fleming: Saturday, February 27, 9 a.m. 4 p.m., Clear Lake UMC, 16335 El Camino Real, Houston, 77062, Cari Robinette, 281-488-5111 x 135. Biblical archaeologist Dr. Jim Fleming offers a series of lectures based on Jesus last night with his disciples and a depth of insight into familiar passages of scripture. Cost: $5 includes lunch. cari@clearlakemethodist.org.
Southwest District
Kick Back Koffee House: Friday, February 26, 8 p.m., Memorial Drive UMC, Connection Center, 13194 Memorial Dr., Houston, 77079, Sheri Kelley, 713-468-8356 x 119. Local Christian artists Lazor Vision and Brazos River Turnaround; Bring a snack to share; table games and Nintendo Wii available; sponsored by Singles Ministry, open to everyone! sherikelley@mdumc.org, www.mdumc.org/learn/singles/aspx.
West District
Blackwell Lectures: Sunday - Monday, February 28 - March 1, Worship, 8:30 and 11 a.m.; Lectures, 7 p.m. First UMC, Sanctuary, 506 E 28th St., Bryan, 77803, Anna-Marie Gable, 979-779-1324, anna-marie@fumcbryan.org. Dr. Morris House and Rev. Jerry House address the heart and soul of the church speaking on Why I Love the Church, What I Owe the Church, Where Is the Church Going and How do We Get There? Child care provided. Free. www.fumcbryan.org.
Empowering the Connection
UMCOR, One Great Hour of Sharing, March 14: http://www.txcumc.org/2010hourofsharing.
Mission Opportunities
Its NOT About Me Spring Break UM ARMY Work Camp: Sunday Saturday, March 14 19, Clear Lake UMC, Phyllis Pubentz, 281-479-0103. 9-12 grade youth, college students and adults may participate.
Questions for the Connection
Does your church need a small Hammond organ or a baby grand piano? Contact Jeff Hastings, Friendship UMC, jefffriendshipumc@embarqmail.com.
Please submit Event information in the following format:
Event Name, Day, Date, Time, Place, Address, City, State, Zip, Contact Persons Name, Phone Number, Email, Brief description (do not repeat the above information in description), Cost (if any), Web site links (if applicable), No photos please.
E-mail your Announcements to Rebecca G. Hernandez, garciar@methodists.net.
