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October 2012 Volume 55 Number 9
Communication Briefs Exciting things happen all the time at MDUMC, but this month a few of those items actually relate to how we communicate with one another. We are delighted to announce:
Communication
• Full color Messenger: the in-house printing machines now include one that will bring the Messenger in living color. (You might have noticed this issue is, in fact, in color. ) This capability extends to the Sunday Bulletin, Highlights, and many other applications. • Connection Center electronic sign: the Connection Center will now welcome our friends and neighbors with electronic messages from MDUMC. The new sign will allow us to share a little of who we are with those driving down Memorial Dr., announce events and greeting, and provide important information during times of emergency and need. • The Journey Worship Community: Go to http://get.thechurchapp.org/share/the-journey-worship-community and download The Journey’s new app. It is available for Apple or Droid driven devices.
October Fun The month of October is full of great events. Visit our pumpkin patch in support of our youth workcamps, and of course don’t forget Trunk Treats, our annual Halloween celebration on October 28 from 5:30 -7 PM. See inside for more details.
WELCOME RANDY LEE Most of you know me as a preacher and worship leader. In the chancel on Sunday mornings is where and when you see me at work. That’s okay, since delivering sermons, performing baptisms, celebrating Holy Communion, and helping you praise God and develop as disciples are my passions. However, my professional calling also requires other roles. Along with all clergy, I make hospital visits and counsel persons in need. Plus, as Senior Minister, much of my time is spent directing the overall mission of our church. I cast the vision, enlist teams to fulfill it, raise money, solve problems, coach leaders, and represent MDUMC in the community. And, this column stems from another responsibility. In our large church, staff administration and recruitment are constant duties. We enjoy tremendous tenure with our employees, but there is always someone in transition or the need to add a new position to strengthen an area. Regularly I meet with the Staff Parish Relations Committee on personnel matters and, by God’s grace, often I am confident that my proposal for a specific hire is heaven-sent. One example is when God raised up Stephen Distad to be the new organist. And, I am thrilled to announce God is blessing us again! Mr. Randy Lee is MDUMC’s New Director of Outreach and Technology. Our ever-expanding effort to extend God’s love to others in Houston and across the globe now demands a leader with proven management and people skills to move us toward still greater involvement and effectiveness. For years we have also been searching for a qualified person to maintain our campus technology (computers/electronics) and develop a forward-looking program to equip us with new tools for today’s ministry. Of course, we assumed it would take two people to fulfill these distinct roles. But, in Randy, we found a man with the professional skills and personal passion to combine them into one portfolio. Randy has spent forty years managing technology departments in the banking industry. He comes to us from Encore Bank where he was the Vice President in charge of their entire IT program. In addition, Randy is a respected lay leader in our congregation, having chaired our Board of Stewards and Church Council. Still, he’s best known for helping us “love our neighbors.” He led our Mission Council, participated in many hands-on service projects and was the force behind “1000 Boots.” Thus, one day it struck me that God may have fashioned Mr. Lee to be the one person on earth who could fill very well both the jobs we had open at MDUMC. I shared the idea with Randy, and he prayerfully agreed! So, please gladly welcome Randy Lee to lead our Outreach and Technology ministries. Pray for him as he creates this new dual-role staff position for our church and transitions to become a colleague with his wife, Ellen, our Director of Program. Be quick to assist him when he calls for partners and new ideas to strengthen these areas. And, above all, Worship at join your pastor in joyful praise for heaven’s blessings. God’s done Memorial it again!
Drive UMC
Shalom,
Sundays • Services at 8:15, 9:30 & 11 AM • The journey, at 11:01 AM at The Well
Wednesdays Special thanks to Kristy Elmore who desired a respite from her role as Director of Outreach at the birth of son Thomas, but continued part-time her leadership through September to allow for a smoother transition. She served Christ, MDUMC and our neighbors so well!
• Mid-Week Worship at 6:30 PM Friendship Court
Thursdays • Lunch & Worship for Senior Adults at 11:30, at The Gate
Upcoming Events & Information 26th Annual Hearts & Hands Holiday Market The Memorial Drive United Methodist Women’s Hearts & Hands Holiday Market is this month Monday, October 22 through Wednesday October 24. It all begins at 6:30 Monday evening with a special Preview Party. (Tickets $10 in advance $12 at the door) This is a wonderful opportunity to do your holiday shopping for the coming season. All proceeds go to help fund various mission programs for children and youth. The market will be open Tuesday from 9 AM to 7 PM and Wednesday from 9 AM to 4 PM. Admission is free on Tuesday and Wednesday. See you there!
Stephen Ministry Lunch & Learn
Liturgical Dance Ministry
SongPlay!
Join the fun as parents and grandparents bring their little ones for singing and play. If you want to deepen While nestled in your your discipleship through lap, your child (ages four service to others, and under) will learn easy prayerfully consider songs and finger play. becoming a Stephen Classes will be held on God’s Love in Minister. To learn ACT I N Monday and Fridays more about this Caring? beginning in October. compassionate Compassionate? For specific Want to help others? ministry, join us information, please for a Lunch ‘n Learn Stephen Minister contact Sam Wiley at on Sunday, October sam.wiley@sbcglobal.org 7 at noon. Contact or Rev. Susan Wiley at SusanWiley@mdumc.org susanwiley@mdumc.org. or 713-468-8356. Consider becoming a
Join us at a Lunch n' Learn on Sunday, Sept. 30 or Sunday, Oct. 7 at noon. Contact Rev. Susan Wiley at 713-468-8356 ext. 249 to make a lunch reservation or visit Friendship Court for more information.
Pha nt o m O rg a n of the
“A Spectacle Beyond Imagination”
Everyone, Every Age, Every Skill Level Welcome! Psalm 149:3 “Let them praise his name with dancing…” Do you like to move, to dance, to sway, to worship God through movement? On Sunday, October 14, following the 11
AM service, there will be a meeting in Room D126 for those interested in a Liturgical Dance Ministry with a new format. (Lunch will be provided.) Anyone who would like to worship our Lord through movement is welcome, and no previous experience in dance is necessary. Boys and girls from eight years old, teenagers, men and women–all have a place in this ministry. You can worship God from a wheelchair if you desire to do so. Sarah Glaze Borello will work with the children and Dr. Kathleen Tenniswood-Powell will lead the youth and adult groups. Join our Liturgical Dance Ministry and let this be YOUR “TIME TO DANCE.”
Thursday & Friday November 1-2 7:30 PM in the
Sanctuary
Stephen Distad & Friends
Be sure not to miss “Phantom of the Organ” which promises to be yet another spectacle of music! It will include media and music from space, mystery, royalty, and a special tribute to this summer’s Olympic games. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children 12 and under, but tickets are required for all ages (and will be available soon). For more information and to get a glimpse of last year’s show, visit www.phantomoftheorgan.com.
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Adult Education & Spiritual Formation What’s Happening this Month in Earth Ministry?
C aring for all Creation
Wildlife Watch Workshop and Field Trip – Saturday, Oct. 13 9 AM – 3 PM, D127 Are you so busy that you forget to smell the roses? When was the last time you took time to enjoy the beauty of nature? You are invited to join Gerald Almquist for a Wildlife Watch. This class will focus on scripture and hymns about God’s creation, understanding wildlife habitats and observation techniques (bring binoculars). A field trip will follow the class discussion. Contact Judy Brewer, judybrewer@mdumc.org, or Corinne Maddox, cmaddox@maddoxgroup.com, 713-806-8397. ••••••••••••••• Earth Ministry Eco-Tip: Recycle your waste! Make compost! ••••••••••••••••
September Offerings ENCOUNTER Native American Spirituality and our Connections with God Engage in hearing about the drama of the human condition and spirituality as this class explores our connection with God in relation to our Native American brothers and sisters. 11 AM–12 PM, Sun, October 7 (2 wks), D218, Leader: Dr. Betsy Beeson, Cost: None
Labyrinth Walk Too busy to pray or need some quiet time? The labyrinth is a powerful walking path for reflection, meditation, and a deeper knowledge of God. Come, walk! 8 AM-12:30 PM (anytime), Sun, October 21, Gym, Cost: None
Encounter the Old Testament: Fire On The Mountain - A DVD Series with Ray Vanderlaan In this discussion series, discover how God teaches the Israelites what it means to be part of a community that loves him and the lessons we can begin to live out in our lives today. 7–8:30 PM, Mondays, Oct 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, 26, The Well, Leader: Rev. Daniel Irving, Cost: $20
Illuminated Scripture Join Rev. Suzy Reedstrom as we explore the history of illuminated Bibles and their place in our lives today, and illuminate your favorite story or verse. You do not need any artistic ability! We’ll have an artist on hand to give guidance and we’ll have all the supplies necessary for you to create your own illuminated page. 7–8:30 PM, Mondays, Nov 5 (2 wks), Leader: Rev. Suzy Reedstrom, Cost: None
Labyrinth Walk & Non-Perishable Food Items for Children’s Blessings in a Backpack Mission Project As we place food items around the canvas labyrinth, pray for the children and their families who are in need!The labyrinth is a powerful walking path for reflection, meditation, and a deeper knowledge of God. Come, walk! 8 AM-12:30 PM (walk anytime), Sun, Nov 18, Gym, Cost: None, please bring non-perishable food items
ENGAGE Ten Commandments We will look at the implications of the commandments that prohibit the making of idols and points out that we can make an idol of nearly anything! 6:30-8 PM, Tues, Oct 16 (8 wks), D218, Leader: Dave Harris, Cost: $11
I Bought a House on Gratitude Street Popular author J. Ellsworth Kalas gives insights gathered over the years through life-lessons on friendship, prayer, sin, and success all through the lens of Scripture. 9:30-11:30 AM, Thursdays, Oct 25 (12 wks), D219, Leader: Vicky Harris, Cost: $10
EMBRACE Listening for the Heartbeat of God: Exploring Celtic Christianity Based on a book by J. Philip Newel, this study will help us grow spiritually by focusing on the growing interest in the Celtic traditions, enabling each of us to be more appreciative of the essential goodness of creation and the world around us, while also helping us to better appreciate our role as United Methodist Christians in today’s world. 7:15-9:15 PM, Wednesdays, Oct 3 (3 wks), D219, Leader: Helen Williams, Cost: None
The Intersection of Judaism, Christianity and Hellenism Between 330 and 325 BC Alexander the Great of Macedonia conquered most of the known world. In the ensuing 500 years both Judaism and Christianity were heavily influenced by the Greek language and culture. This study will investigate that influence and its affect on Judeo-Christian thinking and literature. 10-11:30 AM or 7-8:30 PM, Thursdays, October 4 (4 wks), Morning class in D126; Evening class in D220, Leader: Garland Smith, Cost: None
Contact Judy Brewer at judybrewer@mdumc.org for all of the above classes
Outreach MAM Back to School Thanks to your generosity, MDUMC raised over $5000 to help neighborhood school-aged kids with the supplies and uniforms needed to go back to school this year! MAM has seen an increased need for basics for “back to school” over the years, and this year, they helped over 5,000 students. We celebrate the work that MAM does to transform the lives of Spring Branch families, and we are so grateful for your support!
Grant Council 2012-2013
Hollibrook Mentoring
Please keep our MDUMC Grant Council members in your prayers this Fall! Grant members are busy visiting our non-profit, community partners and they have some hard decisions to make in the months ahead. This year’s council members include Preston Meeks, Chair; Elaine Brill, Vice Chair; Darrell Westcott, Mark Westcott, Frank Moler, Bill Hopkins, Ann Kirby, Viva Pennington, Pam Ramsey, David MacLean, Pat McCutcheon and Marc Shellum. We are so thankful for their leadership and their passion to love God and love our neighbors.
It’s not too late to join the fun and be a meaningful part of a child’s “story” through mentoring! Mentors from MDUMC work with elementary aged children who attend Hollibrook Elementary School in Spring Branch. Just one hour per week makes a life-long impression on a child’s future! No teaching experience is needed – just a heart to love a child! For more information, please contact Julie Eisenhauer at jeisen777@aol.com or Randy Lee at randylee@mdumc.org or 713-468-8356.
October Collections Please help Larkin area residents have a great Thanksgiving this year. During the month of October, we will be collecting non-perishable items that will be traditional for Thanksgiving dinner! Suggested items include: • Pumpkin Pie Mix (canned with spices already included) • Boxed stuffing mix • Canned green beans • Canned sweet potatoes • Marshmallows • Cream of mushroom soup • Canned fried onions • Canned corn • Mashed potatoes • Canned milk • Corn bread mixes • Canned cranberry • Turkey gravy mixes or ready made
Senior Adults Frank Billingsley October Program Our October program for the Prime Timer’s luncheon will be the very popular Frank Billingsley, chief meteorologist at Channel 2, KPRC. Frank has been there a number of years and has witnessed all kinds of weather here in Houston. Frank is very community-minded, so he is aware of all that is going on in our city. It is always good to have our leading media folks speak at our luncheons. The covered dish luncheon will be Thursday, October 25 at 11:30 in Wesley Hall. All senior adults are invited to attend. Bring your favorite dish, one you make or one you pick up. Come early and enjoy the fellowship and friendships. We will have a very good crowd to hear Frank so come join us.
Health and Wellness Series Our next Health and Wellness series will feature Dr. Meyer and his Physician Assistant, Melissa Stowers. Dr. Meyers is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in back and spinal surgery. Melissa is a church member who assists Dr. Meyer in most of his surgeries. Many people suffer from back pain and problems, so this promises to be a very interesting session. The session will be Thursday, October 11 at 1:30 at the Gate. There is no charge or reservations. The session should last an hour including time for questions.
Youth Ministries Weekly Events for Middle School & High School 10/01 10/02 10/06 10/07
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3 PM 10 AM 9:30 AM 11:01 AM 3 PM 6 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 AM 4 PM 3 PM 4:30 PM 10 AM 9:30 AM 11:01 AM 1 PM 6 PM 3 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 AM 4 PM 3 PM 4:30 PM 9 AM NOON 9:30 AM 11:01 AM 3 PM 6 PM 6 PM 3 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 AM 4 PM 3 PM 4:30 PM 9:30 AM 11:01 AM 11 AM 6 PM 5:30 PM
Middle School Monday, Refuge NO Fat Tuesday, PB&J or iD or Thrifty Thursday this week Meet @ MDUMC for MS Spiritual Life Retreat Sunday School, 7th & 8th graders -F223/224; HS-Youth Lounge the Journey @ the Well Return from MS Spiritual Life Retreat Impact: gym, food, music, small groups Fat Tuesday, Breakfast for Dinner, Refuge, $5 PB&J for MMS @ Einstein’s & SFMS @ Sam’s Deli Diner iD for 7th and 8th Grade Girls Thrifty Thursday, High School Only HS Girl’s Bible Study, Refuge LOAF, bring sack lunches to hand out Sunday School, 7th & 8th graders -F223/224; HS-Youth Lounge the Journey @ the Well Pumpkin Unloading #2, EVERYONE needed to help unload! Impact, FLC, $3 for food Middle School Monday, Refuge Fat Tuesday, Chopped Beef Sandwich/Cheesy Potatoes, Refuge, $5 PB&J for MMS @ Einstein’s & SFMS @ Sam’s Deli Diner iD for 7th and 8th Grade Girls Thrifty Thursday, High School Only HS Girl’s Bible Study, Refuge Pumpkin Unloading #3, EVERYONE unloads! HS Spiritual Life Retreat, leave for Gordon Ranch Sunday School, 7th & 8th graders -F223/224; HS-Youth Lounge the Journey @ the Well HS Retreaters return Impact, FLC, $3 for food MS IMPACT, FLC, $3 for food Middle School Monday, Refuge Fat Tuesday, Canesadillas, Refuge, $5 PB&J for MMS @ Einstein’s & SFMS @ Sam’s Deli Diner iD for 7th and 8th Grade Girls, Refuge Thrifty Thursday, High School Only HS Girl’s Bible Study, Refuge Youth Worship, Refuge, bring $ for donuts & Compassion the Journey @ the Well MS Mission OP ~ bring Halloween candy to hand out to homeless, bring $ for lunch @ JAX Grill, back before 1:30 PM Impact Fat Tuesday, Canesadillas, Refuge, $5
For more information on all youth activities, visit www.mdumcyouth.org or call the Family Life Center at 713-468-8356 ext 155
Middle School Pumpkins September 30
1 PM Pumpkins help fund our Youth Mission Trips. Come help unload! Bring your family and friends!
Spiritual Life Retreat 7th & 8th Graders October 6 & 7 Camp Cho-Yeh
Permission forms are at mdumcyouth.org. Don’t miss it!
LOAF Sunday, October 13 10 AM Meet at MDUMC
Bring lots of sack lunches & cold drinks for the homeless.
Middle School Mission OP Sunday, October 28 11-1:30 PM
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PUMPKINS, PUMPKINS, PUMPKINS! Pumpkins are not only nice to look at, but they are what help fund our Youth Mission Trips. Come help unload pumpkins on October 14 at 1 PM and October 20 at 9 AM. Bring your friends and family. All youth and their parents need to sign up to help sell pumpkins! Go to our Volunteer site: www.mdumcyouth.org/pumpkins.
High School Spiritual Life Retreat Saturday, October 20 12-Noon
We will leave Saturday, at noon from MDUMC for Gordon Ranch. Return October 21 at 3 PM.
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Children’s Ministries Trunk Treats Sunday, October 28 5:30 PM There will be food galore (for purchase)! A great concert by the Houston Concert Band! And more treats than you can imagine! We need lots of people to bring their cars, lawn chairs, and be prepared to give out treats to all the kids who come. Lots of people open up their trunks and decorate them for Halloween. If you plan to give out treats, please have your car parked in the back parking lot by 5:30 PM.
New Children’s Online Calendar and Volunteer Sign-up If you haven’t checked out the www.mdumckids.org website lately, please check out our new calendar and Volunteer Spot. You can now sign up for a variety of volunteer opportunities online. As time goes by we’ll be adding even more spots to the calendar. Check us out!
GPS: We’re Growing by Leaps & Bounds! You can grow, proclaim and serve every Sunday morning, 9:30-10:30 AM in the children’s area at MDUMC. We have something for everyone through the sixth grade. It’s never too late to start GPS. Just show up on any Sunday morning and we’ll be glad to help you find your spot. See you this Sunday!
We’re Back...Friday Night Lights! Looking for a night out away from the kids? Or maybe the kids are looking for a night out away from the parents??? We have the perfect solution for you! Friday Night Lights provides a safe, fun option for children to hang out at MDUMC while their parents go out for the evening. Our hours have expanded to 6-11 PM. The next date is Nov. 16. Some of our policies have changed so check us out at www.mdumckids.org today. Reservations must be made by 5 PM on the Wednesday preceding Night Lights. (During December, Night Lights will meet on the 7, 14 and 21.) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
In October we are collecting cans of soup with pop top lids
Box Tops for Education The Children’s Weekday School is collecting Box Tops! It’s easy to find Box Tops, these little pink coupons can be found on so many of the products you buy every day. Every Box Top collected is worth 10 cents to the school; please encourage your friends and families to clip and save these for us. Coupons are accepted in the school office in baggies, envelopes, and shoeboxes! Thank you so much for your help. This is a great fundraising resource for the school. Funds collected last year helped buy new equipment for our music and motor skills classes.
Weekday School Book Fair! Tues, October 9 – Thurs, October 11 This is the school’s single biggest fundraiser and is always so much fun. Volunteers are needed to help with set-up and tear down, work shifts all 3 days, and provide refreshments for kick-off. Set-up will be Monday, October 8, noon until 2 PM (nursery available) and tear down will be Thursday, October 11. Please email Caroline Wentzler, cwentzler@sbcglobal.net to sign up to help. Money raised from the Book Fair this year will be used to restock the children’s library. We hope you will plan to stop by and shop…remember it’s not too early to begin shopping for Christmas!
Women’s Ministries United Methodist Women General Meeting 10 AM Tuesday, October 2 Leaders for this month’s program will be Jean Irving and Nicolette Morrison, who are this year’s Co-Chairs for our 26th Annual Hearts & Hands Holiday Market. This will be a wonderful opportunity to learn about this year’s market, which is scheduled for October 22-24. Last year, the Memorial Drive United Methodist Women were able to give $45,000 to organizations in our community, as well as helping to fund a pre-school in Kenya. Join us at 10 AM in Wesley Hall for a light brunch and time of fellowship, followed by the program. You will learn all about this annual event, as well as getting information on how to become one of our many, many volunteers who make this market possible.
Baked for Baked Items ItemsNeeded Needed Hearts & Hands Pantry for Hearts & Hands The Bake Sale and Pantry for the Hearts and Hands Market needs your help. Pies, cakes, breads, muffins, jellies and jams and other home made goodies are needed for the Bake Sale and Pantry. The pantry also needs non-sugary snacks for daytime nibbling, like trail mix, cheese straws, popcorn balls, etc. Items for the Bake Sale and Pantry can be turned in on Monday, October 22 around 9 AM in room D126.
Singles Ministries Activities are open to both church members and non-members. For more information, contact Sheri Kelley at 713-468-8356, ext. 119 or sherikelley@mdumc.org. To see flyers for upcoming activities, information about available tickets for fine arts and sporting events, and registration forms, please go to the singles webpage at www.mdumc.org/learn/singles.aspx.
Calendar
Regularly Occurring Activities
10/05 10/05 10/06 10/07
Soupmobile lunch-making First Friday Flicks – The Green Hornet Silk Road Festival Mulling the Message Over Lunch at Skeeter’s Mesquite Grill 10/11-14 The Italian Festival 10/14 SVC Meeting 10/14 Dance Lessons & Buffet at Wild West – Single Parents 10/19 “Ballet Folklorico” at Miller Outdoor Theater 10/20 Funeral Museum & Lunch at Pappa’s BBQ 10/21 Texans Tailgate Party at The Gate 10/26 Kick Back Koffee House – Randall Gilbert & AWAK3N Life 10/27 Audubon Service Project in the AM 10/28 “Food for Thought” Used Book Sale 11/01 Mikhail Gorbachev at Wortham Theater 11/02 Soupmobile Lunch-Making 11/02 First Friday Flicks – Movie Choice TBA 11/04 Texans Tailgate Party at Sheri’s
Mulling the Message – Oct 7 (12:15 PM at local restaurants) Tennis – Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 (8 AM at one of the local courts) Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (Tues, 7 PM at one of the local courts) Golf lessons – Oct. 13, 27 (10:30 AM at The Gate) Zumba – Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (Mon., 6 PM in the Scout Hut) Zumba – Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 (Wed., 5:30 PM in the Scout House) Wed. Bible Study – Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 (7:15 PM in D127) DivorceCare – Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 (6 PM in D126) Grief Share – Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 (6 PM in D222) Single & Parenting – Oct. 4, 11, 18, 15 (6 PM in D221)
“Food for Thought” Book Sale
Fabulous Fridays!
What do you do with used books? You drop them off on Sundays at the hospitality desk in the Friendship Court or during the week in Sheri’s office so that on the last Sunday of the month, they can be sold with proceeds benefitting the Somalian hunger relief effort. This is a Singles Ministry initiative, but all members of the church are encouraged to participate. For more information, contact Sheri Kelley at sherikelley@mdumc.org or 713-468-8356, ext. 119.
First Friday Flicks – 6:45 PM The Gate - 13194 Memorial Dr. Fourth Friday Kick Back Koffee House – 8 PM The Well - 13186 Memorial Drive Fifth Friday Footworks – 5th Friday Dances Next dance is Nov 30.
Our Church Family Marriages
Job Finney and Ashruti Sakthivel on August 25. Andrew Pape and Crystal Holmes on September 8. Kevin Maxwell and Gemma Barrett on September 15. Baptisms
Claire Elizabeth, daughter of Ryan and Julie Emmons on September 23. Sympathy to...
Betty and Beez Beasley, on the death of Betty’s husband and Beez’s father, Tom Beasley on August 30. Jeannine Jochec on the death of her son, James Robert (Bob) Jochec on
Save the Date Hearts & Hands Holiday Market 2012 October 22-24 Preview Party October 22 6:30 - 9 PM
August 30. Hal Crook on the death of his sister Barbara Seibert on September 9. Peggy Futrelle on the death of her husband, Earl Futrelle on September 18. New Members
Douglas and Jennifer Dolan joined on September 2. They have two
Save the Date A/Way 2013 May 18 & 19 Mark your calendars!
daughters, Elizabeth and Isabella. Wilma Schultz joined on September 2. David and Tisha Schurk joined on September 9. Welcome to the MDUMC family!
Kitchen Help Come join the fun in our growing kitchen ministry. Volunteering in the MDUMC Kitchen is an easy, and tasty, way to get involved at the church. It’s like free cooking lessons, and you get to eat for free. You can volunteer as much or as little as you like. Our time slots are 10 AM-noon and 1-3 PM Monday-Thursday. Contact graysontaylor@mdumc.org.
Media Help Needed If you have a desire to serve others, the Media Ministry team could be the place for you. No skills are necessary and training is given by patient team members. We will train you to operate a camera or run graphics during Sunday worship. You can volunteer as much or as little as you like. Prayerfully consider serving during worship. Contact SandraHicks@mdumc.org.
Counseling Available Meet with a Krist Samaritan Center counselor in a private, confidential setting. On Mondays, Margaret Pruitt, LCSW, is available and on Thursdays, Samiha Boutros, MA, LPC, is available. Contact the Krist Samaritan Center, 281-480-7554, to be connected with a counselor. Rev. Susan Wiley, susanwiley@mdumc.org
Texas Annual Conference Cross Connection newsletter: http://www.txcumc.org/ecrossconnection
The Memorial Messenger
Save the Date Sunday, November 11
Bles sing of Blessing theAnimals
(USPS 877-700) Published monthly by Memorial Drive United Methodist Church, 12955 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079-7302.
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Memorial Messenger 12955 Memorial Drive Houston, Texas 77079-7302 Please notify the church office of address changes by telephone at 713-468-8356. E-mail address: mdumc@mdumc.org Website: http://www.mdumc.org
Rev. Rick Goodrich is now in the Caring Forever Foundation office on Mondays and Tuesdays. If you would like to talk to him about a niche in the Memorial Gardens, making a gift to The Caring Forever Foundation, or putting The Caring Forever Foundation in your will, please contact him at 713-468-8356, ext 244 or rickgoodrich@mdumc.org.
Memorial Drive United Methodist Church’s Lay Leadership: Belinda Price – Chairperson, Board of Stewards Tray Black – Chairperson, Ministry Team Pam Ramsey – Chairperson, Finance Committee Greg Nelson – Lay Leader
The Memorial
New Hours for the Caring Forever Foundation
Messenger
MDUMC will hold its next blood drive on November 10 and 11. Please look for the blood drive sign-up table in Friendship Court on Sundays later this month. Just step right up and make that appointment, or call Catherine Brookhart at 713-465-0329 or George and Peggy Pendleton at 713-465-9257. We are looking forward to our usual loyal and cheerful group of donors coming in once again to do their bit to fight the ever present shortage of blood. But, we would be thrilled to see more first-time donors, or those who have not given the gift of life in a long time. Young people can donate blood at the age of 17 as long as they weigh at least 110 lbs. Donating bloood regularly is a great hero-forming habit to start early in life. A few families in our church attend blood drives as a regular family event, with everyone who is able and of age, donating! Please, prayerfully consider donating this one-of-akind life sustaining gift. Your gift may actually save up to 3 lives!
September 26, 2012
Mark Your Calendars November Blood Drive
Dated Material
As we head into the last few months of the year, please keep your financial covenant current. This month, your giving has furthered Christ’s reign in the world through the sending of a mission team to Guatemala, a retreat for our fourth, fifth and sixth graders, Bible studies, the giving of Bibles to our Third Graders, and flood buckets for those affected by storms. These are only a few of the many ways we love God and love neighbor at MDUMC. Your giving makes a difference in the world. Thank you!
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