- Home
- Who We Are
- Evangelism & Church Growth
- Leadership
- Welcome
- Higher Education and Campus Ministries
- Communications & Information Technology
- Conference Core Leadership Team
- Conference Nominations & Leadership Development
- Conference Board of Laity
- CTC Board of Ordained Ministry
- Task Force on Inclusiveness
- Clinical Pastoral Education
- Committee on Episcopacy
- Episcopal Residence Committee
- Committee on Counseling
- Administrative Review Committee
- Committee on Investigation
- Events, Training & Scholarships
- Meet the Team
- Mission Support
- Finance
Energizing and Equipping Local Churches
in Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
February 8, 2007
Central E-Link
Weekly Newsletter of the Central Texas Conference
Welcome! This is the conference’s weekly update to church leaders — lay and clergy — for Carolyn@ctcumc.org by 12 noon Wednesday in order to be e-mailed on Thursday. Articles should be brief and include active links to websites or contact persons for details. Use this information for announcements, in church newsletters and/or bulletins. The E-Link and the Central Link newspaper are posted on the conference website at www.ctxumc.org. Read them online or download and copy to share with others. To add a colleague or church member to E-Link’s weekly distribution, send their addresses to susan@ctcumc.org.
— Editor: Carolyn Stephens Carolyn@ctcumc.org
Near-Time Items
Super Bowl Commercials Sermon — The folks at First UMC Grapevine have been invited to watch the Super Bowl commercials last Sunday so they will be ready for their pastor’s yearly “Super Bowl Commercials Sermon” on the following Sunday, Feb. 11. Notice of the assignment and the sermon are on the church’s website (http://www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/) with an "e-vite" to use for inviting friends and family to join the congregation on Feb. 11. Ken Diehm’s sermon will be based on the content and messages of this year’s Super Bowl commercials. “I find the Super Bowl commercials are creative, entertaining, funny and most have a message of some kind. I enjoy having the opportunity to reflect on the messages … in the context of the Christian faith,” he says. His message will be delivered at all four worship services (8:50, 9, 10:10 and 11:15 a.m. on Feb. 11. The church is located at 422 Church St., one block west of Main Street in historic downtown Grapevine.
Intensive Spanish weekend (repeat) — The Bridges of the Spirit Hispanic Ministries Training Institute is offering a Spanish immersion weekend workshop Feb. 9-10 at Mansfield FUMC. As the Spanish-speaking population continues to increase in our area, so does the need for church leaders who speak Spanish. This workshop will provide beginners with the basic skills to communicate and a boost to intermediate Spanish skills. For more information and registration, just click on this brochure http://ct.brickriver.com/files/oFiles_Library_XZXLCZ/Spanish_Immersion_2007_2_QGLQNYB6.pdf. Also, feel free to contact Sam Rodriguez any time at Sam@ctcumc.org or 817-877-5222.
iPraise Mid-Winter Retreat — The CTC Student Leadership Team presents “iPraise,” a Mid Winter Retreat for grades 6-12, Feb. 10-11 and Feb. 16-17 at Glen Lake Camp & Retreat Center. Information and registration deadlines and forms can be found at www.glenlake.org.
Debt-free society program — Bracks UMC in
Faith Community Leadership Summit — Dr. Lovett H. Weems Jr. will be presenting the 2007 Faith Community Leadership Summit at 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, at Bass Performance Hall’s McDavid Studio in Fort Worth. To make a reservation, call 1-888-4-HARRIS of e-mail wellcallrequests@texashealth.org.
Deaf Christian Fellowship at New World UMC — The 13th Deaf Saturday Night Live Christian Fellowship joins New World UMC (
5 p.m. Fellowship with sandwiches and drinks provided by host church
6:30 p.m. Songs, skits and testimonies (all signed and voiced so everyone understands)
If you or your deaf ministry would be interested in presenting a song, choir song, skit or testimony please contact Connie Miller, as soon as possible at connmill9@aol.com. For more info contact Rick Springer at New World UMC Rick@NWUMC.org or check the church website is www.NWUMC.org.
Easter — Again and Again and Again — Dr. David Mosser, senior pastor at First UMC Arlington and editor of the 2003-2009 Editions of The Abingdon Preaching Annual, will conduct a preaching workshop at 9:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 19, at St. Philip’s UMC, Round Rock. Reservations are due by Feb. 16 to Anne Marie Dayton at office@stphilipsumc.org.
Remember Aldersgate Sunday — Aldersgate Enrichment Center Sunday will be held on Feb. 18. Aldersgate provides meaningful work and residential facilities to about half its mildly to moderately mentally challenged “associates” at the campus just outside
News
News IRS rates
The Internal Revenue Service has announced the 2007 optional standard mileage rate to be 48.5 cents per mile for business miles driven, according to a November 1 IRS news release. That is up from 44.5 cents per mileage for 2006. Other standard mileage rates for 2007 will be 20 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes; and 14 cents per mile driven in service to a charitable organization. The IRS said the higher rate for 2007 can be attributed to higher prices for vehicles and fuel during 2007.
CTCYM registration deadline March 10
March 10 is the deadline for registered churches to turn in CTCYM individual registration forms with a group roster and first payment for the 2007 mission trips. Please contact Lisa McCutcheon at 817-877-5222 or lisa@ctcumc.org if you have questions.
Methodist Children’s Home challenge grant
Methodist Children’s Home in Waco has an opportunity for a challenge grant of up to $50,000. The donor will match any gift dollar for dollar that is marked "50/50 Campaign" through May 31, 2007. "This campaign will assist the Home today and help continue our efforts to expand and reach the goal of serving 1,000 children during the next few years," said Trey Oakley, vice president for development. Every dollar raised during the 50/50 Campaign, after being matched, will be placed into the MCH’s Daily Needs Fund. If the 50/50 Campaign is successful, $100,000 will be available to meet the daily needs of the 700 children and youth served by MCH. MCH does receive any funds from apportionments, so churches’ special offerings and individual gifts for this campaign are helpful. Look for more information about this challenge grant from your district representatives to MCH.," Oakley said, "we look forward to doubling their impact on our ministry because of this special matching gift program."
Reporter previews
A special focus in the Feb. 16 issue of The United Methodist Reporter and on www.ReporterInteractive.com will be on Black History Month. Here are some of the stories you can expect to see:
COVER STORY: Hennepin UMC in Minneapolis recently celebrated the 50-year anniversary of its decision to ask members of a black church, whose building was being razed, to join their congregation. In 1957, that decision made national headlines. With historic photos. By Mary Jacobs.
http://www.reporterinteractive.org/main/Feeds/tabid/116/newsid/1490/Default.aspx
TOGETHER AGAIN: In 1841, African-American slaves were invited to worship in the basement of First UMC in Memphis, then called Wesley Chapel. In 2007, their descendants, now members of Collins Chapel C.M.E. Church, returned the favor when First Church was destroyed by fire in October. First Church member Sandra Mathias has the story.
http://www.reporterinteractive.org/main/Feeds/tabid/116/newsid/1480/Default.aspx
NEW PROF: Tibet's exiled spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, has been named a presidential distinguished professor at UM-related Emory University in Atlanta. Staff reports.
http://www.reporterinteractive.org/main/Feeds/tabid/116/newsid/1489/Default.aspx
STORM RECOVERY: Local churches and members of the Florida Conference storm recovery ministry have once again swung into high gear to help people recover from a major storm. By Tita Parham.
http://www.reporterinteractive.org/main/Feeds/tabid/116/newsid/1488/Default.aspx
AFFIRMING SMU: UM bishops in the south central
http://www.reporterinteractive.org/main/Feeds/tabid/116/newsid/1483/Default.aspx
GC’08 website for volunteer registration (repeat)
The CTC website’s volunteer registration program is up and running. Many volunteers will be needed to help our conference host the 2008 General Conference in Fort Worth April 23-May 2. Please look for the GC’08 logo (see top of this newsletter) and follow the instructions. Thanks for you patience, and thanks in advance to all those who are eager to volunteer.
Morris Walker Award nominations (repeat)
The Board of Laity Screening Committee is accepting applications for the 2007 Morris Walker Awards. Two Morris Walker Awards are given each year at Annual Conference, one to clergy and one to a layperson. The application may be either a letter or e-mail in which the nominee is cited for the extended good works he/she has performed for the church. The award is named for a former conference lay leader and carries with it a $500 stipend to be used for Christian education or some other such use. The deadline for nominations is May 1, and anyone in the conference may nominate another individual. Once nominations are in, a conference committee will select the winners, according to Ed Komandosky, Conference Lay leader and Morris Walker Committee chair. Nominations may be mailed to Ed Komandosky, 2007 Gladnell St., Taylor, TX 76574 or e-mailed to ekomandosky@yahoo.com.
Events-Opportunities
Metro Board annual dinner
The annual dinner of the Metropolitan Board of Missions will be held at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, at Round-Up Inn, Will Rogers Complex,
AA History Month
The 7th annual celebration of African American History Month in Song and Praise some of the participates are Child Prodigy Roderick Demmings, Dallas, Greater Community MBC and Pianist Dean Pieske to name a few. The program begins at 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 25 at St. Stephen UMC (1800 W Randol Mill Road, Arlington). It will be followed by a refreshment and fellowship. If you need additional information, please contact the church office at 817-460-8655 or ssumc@sbcglobal.net http://us.f818.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=ssumc@sbcglobal.net
Celebration of Faith, Love & Hope
Some 300 to 500 pastors are expected for "A Celebration of Faith, Love and Hope" 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Feb 24 at Ruthe Jackson Center (3113 S. Carrier Pkwy., Grand Prairie). The purpose of the event is:
• celebrate our current faith-based partners
• cultivate new partners and brand Amachi Texas and Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Texas as a home for those of faith who are interested in putting their faith into action.
We envision the event to be all about mentoring and how faith, hope and love are essential in the relationship between a Big and Little, especially those children who have a family member incarcerated, on parole or on probation. Guests will enjoy a complimentary brunch, soulful gospel music by various local artists, spiritual presentations from former and current Littles and guest of honor Dr. Rev. Wilson Goode, Jr. - father of the Amachi mentoring program. For questions, registration or to volunteer, please contact:
Sarah Campbell at Amachi Texas Volunteer Recruiter - Americorp*VISTA scampbell@bbbsnt.org
Support Groups are helping people
Christ UMC (3301 Sycamore School Road at McCart, Fort Worth) has expanded it's ministry by sponsoring a Depression/Bipolar support group at their church. The group is for their church members and for people from their community at large. The group is facilitated by Rev. Jim Abel, a retired but still very active UM minister.
Christ UMC is sponsoring the group in collaboration with Depression Connection Support Groups. To inquire or to join the group, please call Tony Campbell at (817)-810-9599.
Stewards of Body, Mind & Spirit
Stewards of Body, Mind & Spirit workshop, part of the Central Texas Conference’s continue focus on promoting healthy lifestyles/healthy people, is a collaboration of several health-related groups within the conference. This event will be held at 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Saturday, March 24, at Central UMC, Waco. There is no charge for the program, but participants are asked to contribute $10 for the box lunch or to bring their own sack lunch. A registration form in online at www.ctcucm.org and questions can be directed to the conference office at 817-877-5222 or 800-460-8622. Topic will include:
• Keeping You Chin Up in Challenging Times
• Alzheimer’s Disease: What Is It? What Can You Do About It?
• Let Me In! How to Make Your Church Accessible to Persons With Disabilities
• Family Violence: A Private Maters … Or Is It?
• Living the GoodNEWS: Genes, Nutrition, Exercise, Wellness & Spiritual Growth
• Booze, Butts & Betting: How the Addictions Industries Addict People
• HIV/AIDS: Moving From Silence to Action
SCJ Spirit of Youth Ministry
April 24-26 † Mount Sequoyah Conference Center (150 NW Skyline Drive, Fayetteville, Ark. 72701 800-760-8126 and 479-443-4531) — Get the tools you need for youth ministry at the South Central Jurisdictional training event for youth ministry leaders April 24-26 at Mount Sequoyah Conference & Retreat Center in Fayetteville, Ark. The youth ministry training will focus on how congregations establish a safe environment for youth workers, youth and young adults. All youth ministers, directors, pastors, and everyone who is concerned about the youth in their conference are invited to attend. Dr. Karen A McClintock, pastor and clinical psychologist, will be keynote presenter. For six years she has provided consultations with congregations, schools, and non-profit organizations. She is the author of Sexual Shame: An Urgent Call to Healing by Fortress Press and her new release Preventing Sexual Abuse in Congregations by the Alban Institute. To download copies of the registration form or to register online visit: www.okumc.org/youth/home.htm. For additional information contact event coordinators : Rod Hocott, Arkansas Conference director of youth ministries, 877-646-1816, rhocott@arumc.org or Rev. Diana Northcutt, Oklahoma Conference director of youth ministries, 800-231-4166, Ext 2144, dnorthcutt@okumc.org. Forms may also be downloaded at www.mountsequoyah.org.
Black History Month concert
Sylvester Key, pastor of McMillan UMC, will perform a benefit concert with freewill offering to be held at New World UMC at 4 p.m. Feb. 25. This is a fund raiser to benefit the Wesley Foundation -UTA
and honor Black History Month.
Adult Mission Trip to Cross Plains, Texas
Sponsored by the Waco District Sunday, March 25 - Friday, March 30
It has been a little over a year since fires destroyed much of the Cross Plains Community. While the response to their needs has been overwhelming, the number of groups helping has declined. There is still work to be done. There are at least two new homes where construction was started but work has been delayed due to funding issues or lack of help. We will be working to help complete the construction of these two homes.
Type of work may include: Carpentry, Drywall, Cabinetry, Plumbing, Electrical. Cost for the mission trip will be at least $175.00. Lodging will be at the Family Life Center of First Baptist Church of Cross Plains. For a registration form or for additional information contact: Tim Thomas at pastorthomas@valornet.com or 254-576-2313 or Allen Grant at pastor@chinaspringumc.com or 254-836-1107. Please note: While this mission trip is sponsored by the Waco District, all churches of the Central Texas Conference are invited and encouraged to participate.
Feb. 18 VBS Preview offers 20% discount to Brownwood area churches
A money-saving VBS Preview is scheduled from 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18, at Early UMC (1073 Early Blvd., Early 76803). Joyce Brown, Cokesbury curriculum consultant, will lead the hands-on preview of Cokesbury’s 2007 VBS – LIFT OFF: SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH GOD. A 20% discount will be given on all VBS resources ordered at this event. If you have questions, contact Joyce Brown at 1-800-747-4174 or joyce@danbrownart.com.
Certified Lay Minister training at the Lay Speaker Annual Training
The Fourth Annual Lay Speaker event will be held Feb. 23-24-25 at Glen Lake Camp & Retreat Center in Glen Rose. Please announce this event in your local churches and let your congregations know that this event is open to all UMs who would like to become a lay speaker, recertify as a lay speaker, or begin the process of certified lay ministry. A pilot program of this year's schedule of studies is "Certified Lay Ministry" the component of the
training specific to the unique roles of the certified lay minister will be taught by ordained faculty from the
Order of Elders meeting
There will be a meeting of the Order of Elders on Wednesday, Feb. 28, at First UMC Burleson beginning at 10 a.m. and ending before noon. The topic of conversation is the Study of Ministry Commission report and the highlights of the 2007 Gathering of the Chairs of the Orders of Elders, Deacons, and Fellowship of Local Pastors. This information may be particularly useful as we move toward Annual Conference 2007 and General Conference 2008.
Texas United Methodist Historical Society 2007 Annual Meeting back in Dallas …
Texas UM Historical Society and all other interested persons are invited to attend the up-coming annual meeting to be held at Highland Park UMC in Dallas, March 9-10, noon to noon, including the annual Friday night banquet. The overall theme is “Controversies, 1939-Present,” featuring presentations and remarks by several bishops of the UMC and others personally involved. For registration or information, contact the registrar, Dr. John C. Johnson, 6766 Silver Saddle Rd., Fort Worth 76126 or jcjohn0100@sbcglobal.net.
Don’t let this opportunity slip by. Not only will it help you bond with others that have historical interests in your conference but also will give you all a sense of being connected to historians and archivists across our state and jurisdiction.
Youth mission opportunity
Join the group for PUMP 2007, a summer mission weekend for youth groups from across Texas. PUMP is a four- day youth gathering (May 31 - June 3) offered by First UMC in Palmer. Youth grades 4-12 and adults are given the opportunity to serve those in need living in the Palmer ar, ea. In addition to the mission projects, participants will experience small group study, meaningful daily worship, wonderful music by Mikeschair of Nashville and planned activities designed to help everyone let loose, experience God and have fun. Contact: Debbi Mitchell by phone at 214-683-1501 or palmerpump2007@yahoo.com. Space is limited so please indicate interest early! Sign up deadline is April 1, 2007.
Glen Lake Bible Retreat (repeat)
Glen Lake Camp & Retreat Center has expanded the program for the April Bible Retreat. The program is now offered to 3rd - 6th graders. Visit http://www.glenlake.org/ to download a registration form. Cost: $40 for adults & $45 for campers. Dates: April 13-14, 2007. Schedule: Check in at Glen Lake Friday from 6:15-7:30 p.m (Siceloff) and campers leave at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, and the camp store will be open until 5 p.m. Who: Campers currently in grades 3-6 and adult sponsors (ratio is 1 gender specific adult for every 6 campers). Please email Anna with any questions at anna@glenlake.org or call the Glen Lake office at 254-897-2247.
Spiritual Formation (repeat)
The Five-Day Academy for Spiritual Formation March 4-9 provides rest and renewal in a lovely setting, inspiration on topics of interest to Christians who are serious about their faith, beautiful worship experiences, and/or meeting and connecting with others on a spiritual journey. This year’s Academy is at the Prothro Center, an amenity-rich facility located on beautiful Lake Texoma. Faculty members are Greg Clapper (history of Christian spirituality) and Sr. Dawn Mills (discernment and ways of prayer), both of whom will inspire and enrich participants. Worship will be in the rhythm of the Academy with morning prayer, daily Eucharist, and evening prayer. Team members are Katherine Godby, Martha Jacobson, Steve Langford, Annette Breazeale, and Anna Parrish. Contact Katherine (817-946-2149, or email katherine501@sbcglobal.net for questions or a brochure. To register, send a check for $425 ($450 after Feb. 1) made out to “TBA” to Registrar Anna Parrish, 916 Summerlin Drive, Granbury 76048.
Program on hearing loss communication strategies and coping skills (repeat)
“Hearing Loss: Communication Strategies, Coping Skills & Technology” will be offered as a Winter Academy course at First UMC, Fort Worth at 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21, at Wesley Hall. There is no charge. For additional information, contact Virginia Covaleski at 817-339-5078 or Vcovaleski@fumcftw.org. Learn about the misconceptions of hearing loss, others’ perception of those with hearing loss, recognizing communication breakdowns and repairing them, and important information on the latest technology related to hearing loss and deafness.
Join the FAYM meetings (repeat)
FAYM (Fellowship of Adults in Youth Ministry) meetings are a time for sharing ideas, discussing and planning youth events, and utilizing the knowledge and experience of other youth directors in your area. Meetings are once a month for lunch with schedule below. Visit the “Student” page at www.ctcumc.org for additional information.
Feb. 8 – Northern Area FAYM at Arlington Heights UMC
Feb. 15 – Waco Area FAYM at World Cup Café
Feb. 22 – Temple Area FAYM at Schoepfs BBQ
Call for Annual Conference Special Offering applicants (repeat)
The Central Texas Conference is receiving applications for the special offering that is taken every year at Annual Conference. The amount collected in the past has ranged between $2,500 and $35,000, which has, in part, been determined by the “cause” and the effectiveness of the organization in promoting the offering. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 22. Please provide the following information: Name, address and phone of the requesting organization; name and position of the submitter; brief description of the mission/ministry of the organization; and a brief but specific description of how the funds would be used. More details and a sample form are on the conference website at www.ctcumc.org. Please send the completed request to Dr. Doyle Allen, 464 Bailey Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76107.
Glen Lake Camp “Save a Spot” payment plan (repeat)
2007 summer camp at Glen Lake Camp & Retreat Center: Glen Lake is offering the popular "Save a Spot" payment now through March 1. Register online or download the form from www.glenlake.org, and you can pay half of your campers fees now, and the second half of the payment isn't due until May 1. Hurry and register early since the Save a Spot payment plan expires March 1. All registrations received after March 1 must include full payment. GLC is also excited to announce, that registering for camp couldn't be easier! GLC is no longer required to get copies of your insurance card or shot records, if the registration form is filled out completely.
Visit the website at www.glenlake.org to view summer camp dates and costs. Please call 254-897-2247 or email
michelle@glenlake.org with any questions.
Straight Talk About God’s Deliverance (repeat)
First UMC, Waco, will be a host site for Beth Moore live via satellite 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, in
the sanctuary.
Mark your calendars (repeat)
A service of Help, Hope, and Healing for crime victims to be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 22, First UMC Fort Worth’s Wesley Hall. Contact: Rev. Sandra Lydick, chaplain, Crime Victims Council, First UMC Foundation Building, 817/675-6367. The service, held on the first day of National Crime Victims Rights Awareness Week, is sponsored by Crime Victims Council and Tarrant Area Community of Churches for crime victims, families, and friends.
Resources
Teachers: Check it out!
A Comprehensive Plan for Teacher Development for United Methodist Congregations is available as a PDF download from GBOD (http://www.gbod.org/education/cptd.pdf). Just as it is titled this is a plan for teacher development with the twist of being based on the General Rules with skills starting at the "do no harm" level and moving on to "doing all the good you can". A real positive motivator for teachers! Contact Diana Hynson at GBOD for more info (dhynson@gbod.org)
Immigration Study Guide available from General Board of Church and Society
One of the legislative priorities for GBCS this year is immigration reform. This resource from GBCS may provide some help as we try to tackle this very hot topic in many of our churches. http://www.umc-gbcs.org/site/pp.asp?c=fsJNK0PKJrH&b=1826565
Good book, anyone?
The CEF Board of Directors, at the encouragement of Bob Winstead, president, is reading Setting the Table: Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business by Danny Meyer. Written by a restaurateur from NYC it centers on the idea of "enlightened hospitality" defined as "how delivery of the product makes the recipient feel". Message for the Church? Check it out!
Scholarships available through BOM
The conference Board of Ministry is accepting applications for the seven scholarships it administers. These scholarships require that the applicant be a certified candidate for clergy, currently enrolled in a seminary approved by the University Senate. Applications must be post-marked by March 1 to be eligible for consideration. The application form is located on the Board website, www.ctcbom.org on the Board Policies and Forms page. Scholarships will be awarded at Annual Conference in June 2007.
Conference Resource Center
New resources highlighted at the Conference Resource Center this week are described below. New! Powerful, thought-provoking modern parable studies. For these and many more resources, contact Carol Roszell at 817-877-5222 or 800-460-8622.
The Usher’s Book: Creating a Welcoming and Safe Environment for Worship. Gilbert, John P. 2005. A concise guide to the tasks and responsibilities of the church usher intended to be used by church staff or volunteers to train new ushers and to help experienced ushers learn new ways to create a welcoming and safe environment for the congregation and visitors.
How to Motivate, Train and Nurture Acolytes. Eaton, Robert. 2001. This book was written to help adults who work with acolytes discover creative ways to teach skills, encourage teamwork, and provide a strong spiritual foundation in the ministry.
Church Safety and Security: A Practical Guide. Robert. 2005. This book provides a wealth of practical information to help you prepare for and respond to the challenges of a dangerous world. It outlines a how-to approach full of specific proactive steps your church can take to ensure the safety and security of its facility, staff, and worshipers, and reduce the risk of costly lawsuits.
Board of Ordained Ministry — meeting at 10:15 a.m. Feb. 13 at Arlington Heights UMC, Fort Worth (Executive Committee at 9 a.m.)
2007 Faith Community Leadership Summit — 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 13 at Bass Performance Hall’s McDavid Studio, downtown Fort Worth
4th Annual Meeting of Lay Speakers — Feb. 23-25 at Glen Lake
Children’s Ministry Forum – Feb. 28-March 1 at Birmingham, Alabama
Spirituality for Children & Teens — March 12-15 at Saginaw UMC
Stewards of Body, Mind & Spirit ’07 — March 24 at Central UMC, Waco
Needs, Resources, Opportunities
NOTE TO LISTERS: Please contact Carolyn Stephens at Carolyn@ctcumc.org
to pull your listing when your opening has been filled.
Diapers
The Metropolitan Board of Missions has several cases of diapers that need to be moved soon! Do you need for distribution or know someone who can utilize these diapers? (817) 569-1454
(6) cases (96) in each case of First Quality No. 1B-015 15-22".
(3) cases (120) in each case - Small
Check It Out!
Items up for grabs at Arborlawn UMC (5001 Briarhaven Rd., Fort Worth 76109)! Large paper mache Joseph & Mary; dry erase boards with wood frame; Bibles; various religious pictures; coffee cups/mugs. Most of these items are in storage off-site. If interested, please call Sherry at 817-731-0701 x124.
Director of Early Childhood & Children’s Ministry
Vista Ridge UMC, Lewisville, TX, seeks PT children’s director. 35 hours per week. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, children birth through 5th grade. Curriculum planning, Easter events,
Director of Senior High Youth Ministry
Vista Ridge UMC Lewisville, TX, seeks PT senior high youth director. Promote spiritual growth and Christian discipleship among school-age youth. Provide vision for new and existing ministries. Promote youth participation in church-related ministries and missions. Ensure planning, organization, implementation and continuing growth of all youth ministries including UMYF, Sunday school, retreats and mission trips. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Flexibility required. Fax resume to Bill at 972-315-5226 or email bill@vrumc.org.
Summer Minister
A pastor for the position of summer minister at the historic Little Church in the Pines, located in Island Park, Idaho, is needed from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. This is a diverse ecumenical congregation located in rural mountain vacation area, 25 miles from Yellowstone National Park. The Island Park community desires a pastor with seminary education and some experience in ministering to small, isolated populations. This job is a seasonal, part-time position. Full hookup trailer spot provided plus negotiable weekly stipend and travel allowance. Arrangements for suitable housing can be made if you do not own a travel trailer or RV. If interested, request an application for summer minister from the Regional Council for Christian Ministry office at P.O. Box 2236, Idaho Falls, ID 83403-2236 or via email to LittleChurch@onewest.net. If you have any questions, please call the office at 208-524-9935 between 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Deadline for applications is February 28, 2007.
Praise Team / Worship Leader (repeat)
Acton UMC in Granbury seeks a part-time praise team leader for their contemporary worship service. Please visit www.actonumc.org/worship for more information or contact Alan McGrath at Alan@actonumc.org
Part-time Sales Associate (repeat)
Cokesbury Bookstore seeks a part time sales associate for weekday afternoons and Saturdays,
25-30 hours per week. Please apply at 6333 Camp Bowie Blvd. (behind Baker Brothers Deli), Fort Worth.
Phone: 817-763-9560 e-mail: fortworth@cokesbury.com.
Child-care Workers (repeat)
Two permanent, part-time child-care workers needed for church nursery on Sunday mornings and evenings, Wednesday mornings and evenings, and other occasions as needed. Applicant must have experience and/or training in child-care, preferably with child and infant CPR/First Aid certification. Pay is commensurate with experience/training. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to working closely with the Director of Children’s Ministry, must be reliable and have reliable transportation, be able to nurture children and their parents in a loving manner as well as be able to work with church volunteers. Caregiver will also be expected to maintain the cleanliness of the nursery facility. Ages of children range from birth to age 5 on Sunday mornings and up to 5th grade at all other times. Send resume to: Director of Children’s Ministry, First UMC of Bedford, 1245 Bedford Rd., Bedford, TX 76021, or email to jholston@fumcbedford.com.
Youth Minister (report)
St. Philip’s UMC in Round Rock is accepting resumes for the position of youth minister. This full-time position leads a dynamic student ministry of junior and senior high youth in a 1,000-member church. Candidates need to have effective youth ministry experience including involvement in outreach mission, undergraduate degree, willingness to serve in a team leadership setting, high level of organizational skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office software. The position is available April 1. Please electronically forward resume in Word to Dr. Dale Schultz, lead pastor, at office@stphilipsumc.org or send to 16321 Great Oaks Drive, Round Rock, TX 78681.
If you know someone in your church, district or even outside the
Central Texas Conference who might appreciate receiving this weekly
electronic newsletter — or to unsubscribe your own listing —
please contact Susan Briles at Susan@ctcumc.org