APRIL 4-5, 2025 • WACO, TX
Welcome
Welcome to Pursue 2025, the WMU of Texas Annual Meeting & Missions Celebration! We appreciate you meeting us in Waco and are excited to experience this weekend with you.
As WMU of Texas begins to walk in our updated mission and vision, we know that God is calling us as a collective group of Christ-followers to be individually intentional as we develop relationships and seek to be missional disciple-makers. You can expect this gathering to reflect our shared passion to empower God’s people to advance the Gospel through missional disciple-making.
We will hear inspiring messages during our general sessions from key partners, emphasizing our individual spiritual formation while highlighting the power of a collective effort of speaking Jesus into the lives of others to see lives transformed by the Gospel message.
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Board of Directors of WMU of Texas consists of Elected Officers, Executive Director-Treasurer of WMU of Texas, Directors are selected from nine areas around the state, leader elected by each state language or cultural fellowship recognized by the Board, up to four members-at-large.
BOARD MEMBERS
We encourage active participation as you attend the sessions that speak to your heart and area of ministry. You will have an opportunity to serve by supporting our border ministry and plan for the future of missions in your church or area by exploring the new materials available to equip you and
PANHANDLE
Del Lopez (Lubbock)
Angie Graves (Amarillo)
SAN ANTONIO
are to serve a four-year term. These directors are nominated board by the Nominating Committee of the Board of Directors. interested in serving as a director on the WMU of Texas know of someone who would be interested in serving as a visit wmutx.org/board
OFFICERS
JACKIE FAUGHN
President jackie.wmutx@gmail.com
LYNN MONTGOMERY
Recording Secretary lynn.wmutx@gmail.com
May the next few days be filled with meaningful conversations, empowering connections and transformational moments. Let us learn from each other and celebrate what God is doing through missions
Beverlie Cloud (Helotes)
Rosemary Vickery (Kenedy)
EAST TEXAS
Cathy Johnson (Henderson)
Lydia Nowell (Longview)
WEST TEXAS
Martha Lay (El Paso)
Rosie Rodriguez (Midland)
BRENDA BOURGEOIS
Vice President brendabou.wmutx@gmail.com
TAMIKO JONES
Executive Director-Treasurer tamiko.jones@txb.org
HOUSTON
Stephanie Morales (Houston)
Bertha Vaughns (Houston)
DALLAS
Mary Lou Sinclair (Richardson)
Dianne Marshall (Seagoville)
RIO GRANDE VALLEY
Juanita Morales (San Juan)
Argentina Carrero (Los Fresnos)
CENTRAL TEXAS
Melissa Gould (Georgetown)
Paulette Kirkpatrick (Waco)
FORT WORTH
Jamye Richmond (Pilot Point)
Priscilla Justice (Mansfield)
MEMBERS AT LARGE
Phonsavanh Zaykosee (Houston)
Anh Quynh Nguyen (Irving)
DeRema Dunn (Sunnyvale)
Suzette Mitchell (Mesquite)
Jackie Faughn President
APRIL 4
10:00 AM
APRIL 5 Friday Saturday
Doors & Registration Opens
Drop Off Mission Project Donations Exhibit Hall
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM Boxed Lunch McLennan Hall
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM Opening General Session
Business Session McLennan Hall
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Workshop One See pages 11-20
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Serve: Mission Project Exhibit Hall
Connect: Ministry Partners Exhibit Hall
Spanish Exhibit Hall Tour Exhibit Hall
Tour guiado de la sala de exposiciones en Español.
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM Workshop Two See pages 11-20
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM Serve: Mission Project Exhibit Hall
Connect: Ministry Partners Exhibit Hall
5:30 PM - 7:15 PM Missions Dinner McLennan Hall
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Movie Night: The Forge Brazos North
8:00 AM
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
8:15 AM - 9:00 AM
Doors & Registration Opens
Serve: Mission Project Exhibit Hall
Serve: Mission Project Exhibit Hall
Connect: Ministry Partners Exhibit Hall
Spanish & Laotian Exhibit Hall Tour Exhibit Hall
Tour guiado de la sala de exposiciones en Español.
Board of Directors Fellowship Ranger Room 106
Current & Retired Missionary Reception
Ranger Room 107
8:45 AM - 10:15 AM Minister’s & Church Planters Wives Gathering McLennan Hall
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM Workshop Three See pages 11-20
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Workshop Four See pages 11-20
11:45 AM - 1:30 PM Lunch & Closing General Session McLennan Hall
UPPER LEVEL
WASHINGTON AVENUE
THIRD STREET UNIVERSITY PARKS DRIVE
WORKSHOPS
EXHIBITS
BRAZOS NORTH
WORKSHOPS & MOVIE NIGHT
BRAZOS SOUTH
WORKSHOPS
MEALS & GENERAL SESSIONS
LOWER LEVEL
INFORMATION/ FIRST AID
WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOPS
Special Gatherings
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4
Friday Saturday
Boxed Lunch
11:00 AM
McLennan Hall
Join WMU of Texas for a boxed lunch. This meal is first-come first-served, but registration is required.
Women in Ministry Network
3:15 PM
Brazos South
God called us to build the kingdom. We are the Texas Baptist Women in Ministry Network, and we face unique challenges as we answer God’s call to ministry in our various fields. Join us to connect with likeminded women and share our journeys.
Missions Dinner
5:30 PM
McLennan Hall
Let’s celebrate all that God has accomplished through WMU of Texas, our ministry partners, missionaries, and Baptist churches across the state. This meal is casual dress.
Movie Night: The Forge
8:00 PM
Brazos North
Isaiah is a young man without any plans for the future. Until the people in his life—his mother Cynthia, his mentor Joshua, and prayer warrior Miss Clara— encourage him through biblical discipleship to start making better life decisions.
APRIL 5
Board of Directors Fellowship
8:15 AM
Ranger Room 106
An informal time of fellowship for current and former WMU of Texas board members, officers, and executive director-treasurers.
Current & Retired Missionary Fellowship
8:15 AM
Ranger Room 107
A light breakfast fellowship for current and former International Mission Board, North American Mission Board, and Texas Baptists missionaries.
Minister’s & Church Planter Wives Gathering
8:45 AM
McLennan Hall
WMU of Texas invites minister’s wives and church planter wives for a time of fellowship, discussion, continental breakfast, and fun interactive activities with others on a similar journey.
Laotian Cultural Fellowship/Annual Meeting
9:15 AM
Ranger Room 109
An engaging opportunity to foster connections and spiritual growth among Laotian and Thai women. Participants will fellowship and deepen their faith as disciples of Jesus.
Sisters Who Care Fellowship Meeting
10:30 AM
Ranger Room 109
An engaging opportunity to foster connections and spiritual growth among African-American women. Participants will fellowship and deepen their faith as disciples of Jesus.
Lunch & Closing General Session
11:45 AM
McLennan Hall
How can we make a difference in the future? Join us for missions ideas, discipleship strategies, and encouragement for reaching your community, our state, and the world with the Gospel.
Mission Project
BORDER MINISTRY CARE PACKAGES
This year’s Pursue mission project is dedicated to reaching children in foster care, individuals facing homelessness, recently arrived refugee families, and other families who are struggling and in need of encouragement along the Texas/Mexico border.
LEARN ABOUT BORDER MINISTRIES
WMUTX.ORG/BORDER
Each care package serves as a tangible expression of compassion, providing essential items and support to those who may feel lost or overlooked. By extending this helping hand, we embody the love and kindness of Jesus, meeting both practical and emotional needs.
Donation
ITEMS
Shampoo
Soap Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Deodorant
Body Lotion
Hair Brush
Hair Ties
Coloring Books
Crayons
Adult Socks (New)
Children’s Socks (New)
Fleece Blanket (New)
Stuffed Animal Toy (New)
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1
Attendees are encouraged to bring donated items from the list above.
Step 2
Attendees will assemble those items into care packages during the dedicated times.
MISSION PROJECT HOURS
Friday, April 4
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Saturday, April 5
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Attendees may also assemble Care Bags during their free time.
Exhibit Hall
CHISHOLM HALL
WMU EXHIBIT
Texas Christian Job Corps
Age-Level Ministries
Adult & Young Adult Ministries (Embrace)
Multicultural Ministries
Hispanic WMU Ministries
Sisters Who Care (African-American Women on Mission)
WMU Border Ministries
WMU OF TEXAS PARTNERS
Buckner Shoes
NAMB/Send Relief
STCH Ministries
Baptist Standard
WMU Foundation
Texans on Mission
Hospitality House
Embrace Grace
Valley Baptist Missions Education Center
Texas Baptist Women in Ministry
Connect with our ministry partners serving across the state.
Dallas Baptist University
Truett Seminary
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Criswell College
Baptist University of the Americas
Texas Baptists Student Ministry/Center for Collegiate Ministry
GC2 Press
Center for Cultural Engagement - Texas Baptists
Counseling Services: Center for Ministerial Health
Center for Church Health - Texas Baptists
Center for Missional Engagement - Texas Baptists
Intercultural MinistriesTexas Baptists
Cooperative Program
Women in Ministry Network - Texas Baptists
Texas Baptists Missions Foundation
Opening Closing
General Session General Session
FRIDAY • 11:45 AM SATURDAY • 11:45 AM
Worship
Justin & Hollye Hornsby
Worship Pastors, First Baptist McKinney
Why Speak Jesus?
Teri Ussery
Adult Strategist, WMU of Texas
Welcome
Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer, WMU of Texas
Jackie Faughn President, WMU of Texas
Worship
Justin & Hollye Hornsby
Worship Pastors, First Baptist McKinney
Speaker Introduction
Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer, WMU of Texas
Why Speak Jesus?
Jason Burden
First Baptist Church, Lubbock
Business Session
Jackie Faughn President, WMU of Texas
Prayer for Officers
Sandy Wisdom-Martin
Executive Director-Treasurer, National WMU
Closing Challenge
Jackie Faughn President, WMU of Texas
Worship
Justin & Hollye Hornsby
Worship Pastors, First Baptist McKinney
How to Speak Jesus?
Teri Ussery
Adult Strategist, WMU of Texas
Sharing Jesus Through National WMU
Sandy Wisdom-Martin
Executive Director-Treasurer, National WMU
Speaking Jesus Through WMU of Texas
Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer, WMU of Texas
Speaker Introduction
Jackie Faughn President, WMU of Texas
How to Speak Jesus?
Julio Guarneri
Executive Director, Texas Baptists
Missionary Prayer Calendar
Hollye Hornsby
Worship Pastor, First Baptist McKinney
Worship
Justin & Hollye Hornsby
Worship Pastors, First Baptist McKinney
Closing Challenge
Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer, WMU of Texas
WMU Missions Dinner
Fill in the circles to form the initials of someone you will speak Jesus to.
Who Speaks Jesus? Teri Ussery
Adult Strategist, WMU of Texas
Dinner
Worship Justin & Hollye Hornsby
Worship Pastors, First Baptist McKinney
Welcome Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer, WMU of Texas
Jackie Faughn
President, WMU of Texas
Raquel Zarnotti
Brazil WMU
Who Speaks Jesus
Introduction of Speaker Brenda Bourgeois
Vice President, WMU of Texas
Who Speaks Jesus J. Merritt Johnston
Executive Director, BWA Women
Joy Fenner Missions Projects Endowment
Missionary Prayer Calendar
Lynn Montgomery
Recording Secretary, WMU of Texas
Worship Justin & Hollye Hornsby
Movie Night Invitation
Worship Pastors, First Baptist McKinney
Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer, WMU of Texas
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR
Valley Baptist Missions Education Center
SPEAK JESUS
WORKSHOPS
What’s New at WMU of Texas
What’s new at WMU of Texas? Join us as we explore new resources to equip individuals one-on-one and in small groups in missional disciple-making.
¿Qué hay de nuevo en WMU de Texas? Únase a nosotros para conocer los recursos actuales y nuevos para líderes de iglesias y WMU.
Friday Saturday
APRIL 4
Workshop One • 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Brazos South
WMU of Texas - New Resource Reveal
Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer, WMU of Texas
Teri Ussery
Adult Strategist, WMU of Texas
APRIL 5
Workshop Three • 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM Brazos South
WMU de Texas - Nuevo Recurso (Español)
Ruth Mendoza
First Bilingual Baptist Church, Tyler, Texas
Workshop Four • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Brazos South
WMU of Texas - New Resource Reveal
Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer, WMU of Texas
Teri Ussery
Adult Strategist, WMU of Texas
Friday, April 4
Workshop One
Bible Study: A Mirror and a Model
Mary Potts, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Mansfield
Bosque Theater Mirror, mirror on the wall, what lessons can we learn from the greatest disciple-maker of all?
Explore Jesus’ timeless discipleship model and core principles for building a strong foundation. May these insights inspire you to become a fully committed disciplemaking disciple!
iWitness
Oza Jones, Director, Evangelism, Texas Baptists
Lone Star 103
This session will equip and empower believers to witness and create a culture of evangelism and outreach in their ministry.
Sisters Who Care - Missional Disciple-Making
Bennye Bryant, Consultant, Sisters Who Care, WMU of Texas
Lone Star 104
Is your church actively fulfilling the Lord’s mission by following the Great Commission to go, teach, and make disciples? This discussion will explore four steps to initiate a missional discipleship journey. The ministry’s objective is to teach diverse cultures and share the gospel through God’s word and our lifestyles, welcoming all to be part of the body of Christ. Have a ministry that will reach cultures different from yours as you share the Gospel.
I am Texas Missions
Brenda Bourgeois, Vice President, WMU of Texas
Lynn Montgomery, Recording Secretary, WMU of Texas
Lone Star 105
Need ideas to help your church celebrate Texas Missions? Join us in exploring creative ways to engage your church in the Week of Prayer for Texas Missions.
AI and Kingdom Growth and Discipleship
Katie Fruge, Director, Center for Cultural Engagement, Texas Baptists
Ranger Room 106
Learn more about AI and principles to consider when using it for Kingdom growth.
Starting an ESL (English Second Language) Ministry
Patti Mosser, Christian Job Corps
Nancy Gibbs, ESL at Great Hills Baptist Church, Austin Ranger Room 107
Are you considering an ESL program in your church or community? Join us as we share a curriculum where teaching about Jesus through Bible studies is an avenue to learning English.
Connecting with Young Adults
Carlos Francis, Director, African American Ministries, Texas Baptists Ranger Room 108
The goal of this workshop is to give churches, no matter the size or location, tools and techniques to better attract, engage, and disciple young adults.
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Multicultural Fellowship
Joyce Porto, Multicultural Strategist, WMU of Texas
Ranger Room 109
Join us for a vibrant multicultural gathering! Meet our multicultural consultant and leadership council, connect with women from diverse cultures, and join the nations that have come to Texas.
Developing a Multicultural Ministry with Cultural Intelligence
Shirley Porto, Baptist World Alliance, Washington D.C.
Ranger Room 110
Through interactive activities and practical exercises, participants will learn strategies for building culturally intelligent ministries to reach the cultures for Christ in their surrounding communities.
My Mind and Me
Alice Ward, Licensed Professional Counselor, Transformation Begins Within, LLC, Dallas Texas North 113
Participants will have a better understanding of the power of their mind through mental health awareness and self-reflection surrounding the internal dialogue that represents the complex interplay between our conscious awareness and our inner self.
God’s Mercy - WMU of Texas Border Ministries
Vanessa Lerma, Border Missionary, WMU of Texas
Texas South 114
God’s mercies are new every day. Love, hope, sense of purpose, and belonging are the things families are longing for. Join us to learn how we can serve others together along the Texas/Mexico border.
Workshop One
Connecting Parents in Missions Journey
Carrie Rickman, Missions Journey Parents Leader, Retama Park Baptist Church, Kingsville
Texas South 115
Is your Missions Journey program helping parents continue the conversations at home to develop a mission mindset in their family? During this interactive class, Missions Journey leaders and parents can explore ways to begin a Missions Journey Parents class and promote a missions mindset for families.
Ministering to Those Who Struggle with LGBTQ+ Related Issues
David Sanchez, Director, Ethics and Justice, Christian Life Commission, Texas Baptists
Texas South 118
Learn how to have difficult conversations about LGBTQ+ issues with a firm grasp of what the Scriptures say, so we can speak with conviction, compassion, and civility.
Workshop Two
Cultivating a Culture of Discipleship in Your Church
Robert White, Pastor, Freedom Church, Bedford Lone Star 104
Discipleship is more than a program—it’s a way of life that should shape every aspect of the church. This workshop is designed for pastors and church leaders who desire to create a thriving culture of discipleship that moves beyond classes and curriculum to a holistic, relational, and transformational model.
WMU
of Texas
- New Resource Reveal
Tamiko Jones, Executive DirectorTreasurer, WMU of Texas
Teri Ussery, Adult Strategist, WMU of Texas
Brazos South
What’s new at WMU of Texas? Join us as we explore new resources to equip individuals one-on-one, and in small groups as missional disciple-makers.
Who is WMU of Texas
Jackie Faughn, President, WMU of Texas
Bosque Theater
WMU of Texas has a strong legacy of missions. Come explore how we are investing in individuals to continue to equip others for ministry, pray for missions, and give generously to causes that reflect the Great Commission.
The
Kainos: New Life for Victims of Trauma and Human Trafficking
T Whitley, Missionary, Texas Baptists
Texas South 117
Learn how a Texas Baptist missionary advocates for victims of trauma and human trafficking to help with healing through new life in Christ.
Alcanzando a la Próxima Generación
Carlos Delgado, Pastor, Primera Iglesia Bautista Bilingue, Tyler Brazos North Una continuación del taller de 2024. Aprenda a alcanzar a la próxima generación en sus iglesias y comunidades.
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Lazy Approach to Evangelism: A Simple Guide for Conversing with Nonbelievers
Eric Hernandez, Apologetics Lead & Millennial Specialist, Texas Baptists Lone Star 103
In a culture of doubt, effective evangelism requires apologetics. This session will equip you with the tools for more fruitful conversations with those questioning Christianity.
MISSIONARY
Workshop Two
God’s Mission. Your Legacy
Jerry Carlisle, President, Texas Baptists Missions Foundation Lone Star 105
Learn how to provide for your family, pass on God’s blessings, and perpetuate God’s Kingdom through faithful stewardship using a free will.
AI and Kingdom Growth and Discipleship
Katie Fruge, Director, Center for Cultural Engagement, Texas Baptists Ranger Room 106
Learn more about AI and principles to consider when using it for Kingdom growth.
A Female Missionary in John 4
David Tate, Director, Truett Seminary Online Certificate Program Ranger Room 107
In this workshop, Dr. Tate will lead an exhaustive study of John 3 and John 4 in order to show how Scripture contrasts Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman and ultimately depicts her response to Jesus as ideal.
Women in Ministry Network
Bennye Bryant, Director, Women in Ministry Network, Texas Baptists & SWC Consultant, WMU of Texas Brazos South
God called us to build the kingdom. We are the Texas Baptist Women in Ministry Network, and we face unique challenges as we answer God’s call to ministry in our various fields. Join us to connect with like-minded women and share our journeys.
Embrace Life with Young Women
Mika Sumpter, Baptist Student Ministry, Texas Woman’s University, Denton Jamye Richmond, Baptist Student Ministry Coordinator, Texas Woman’s University, Denton Ranger Room 108
Are you interested in starting a small group that focuses on mission engagement, discipleship, and prayer? Then Embrace is for you. Included will be missions engagement and prayer for both local and Kingdom missions.
Crossing Cultures: Ministering to International Students
George Dolak: Baptist Student Ministries Director, Dallas College, Dallas Ranger Room 110
In this workshop, we will discuss some essential cross-cultural ingredients that will assist you in embarking in healthy spiritual conversations across our growing diverse communities.
50 Steps with Jesus
Sandy Widsom-Martin, Executive Director-Treasurer, National WMU, Birmingham, Alabama Texas North 113
Discipleship has never been easier thanks to a resource created by Ron and Marsha Harvell. 50 Steps with Jesus is a 7-week spiritual growth journey that helps a believer take new steps with the Lord, explore His truths, grow closer to Him, and become more secure in the foundations of their faith. Each one of us can be personally involved in making disciples of Jesus who live on mission. This method is brilliant in its simplicity.
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Missions Disciple-Makers in the Local Church
Jason Burden, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Lubbock
Texas South 114
Applying Biblically-based solutions to multiplying disciples who are on mission for Christ in your church.
From
Lunch to Life Change: Making the Most of Ministry with Your Local Baptist Student Ministry
Ginger Bowman, Church & Campus Consultant, Collegiate Ministry, Texas Baptists
Texas South 115
This generation of students is hungry for connection with adults who care about them! Discover opportunities and strategies to engage students on your local campus in discipling and mentoring relationships.
Workshop
Two 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM MISSIONARY
Together On Mission: A Global Family in Action
J. Merritt Johnston, Director, Baptist World Alliance Women, Texas
Texas South 117
Discover the vital role you are playing in God’s global mission in partnership with our amazing Baptist sisters and brothers around the world.
From TX to NYC: A Church Planter’s Journey
Lindsey Mayberry, Church Planter & Business Owner, New York City
Texas South 118
How do new churches start?
Hear from Lindsey about church planting in NYC.
Saturday, April 5
Discipulado Misional en la Iglesia Hispana
Julio Gaurneri, Executive Director, Texas Baptists
Brazos North
Capacitar a las iglesias hispanas para conectar con misiones y ministerios de su comunidad.
Workshop Three 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
ReNew for Teens - Part One
Marisol Sandoval, Age-Level Strategist, WMU of Texas
Joseph Allen, Missionary, Brazil
Texas South 116
Teens will hear the testimony and a short message about being called to Christ and being called to share Christ with others. They will also share an interactive prayer experience and participate in a mission project encouraging Host Parents in a Christian orphanage in Brazil.
Bible Study: A Mirror and a Model
Mary Potts, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Mansfield
Bosque Theater
Mirror, mirror on the wall, what lessons can we learn from the greatest disciple-maker of all?
Explore Jesus’ timeless discipleship model and core principles for building a strong foundation.
May these insights inspire you to become a fully committed disciplemaking disciple!
The Lazy Approach to Evangelism: A Simple Guide for Conversing with Nonbelievers
Eric Hernandez, Apologetics Lead & Millennial Specialist, Texas Baptists
Lone Star 103
In a culture of doubt, effective evangelism requires apologetics. This session will equip you with the tools for more fruitful conversations with those questioning Christianity.
God’s Mission. Your Legacy
Jerry Carlisle, President, Texas Baptists Missions Foundation Lone Star 105
Learn how to provide for your family, pass on God’s blessings, and perpetuate God’s Kingdom through faithful stewardship using a free will.
Building Stronger Families through Christian Men’s Job Corps
Clay Alverson, Director, The Men’s Fieldhouse, Lufkin
Ranger Room 107
Join us as we explore the the importance of discipling men and preparing them for employment through Christian Men’s Job Corps.
Connecting with Young Adults
Carlos Francis, Director, African American Ministries, Texas Baptists Ranger Room 108
The goal of this workshop is to give churches, no matter the size or location, tools and techniques to better attract, engage, and disciple young adults.
Workshop Three
Laotian Cultural Fellowship / Annual Meeting
Phonsavanh Xaykosee, Laotian WMU Leader, Laotian WMU of Texas Ranger Room 109
An engaging opportunity to foster connections and spiritual growth among Laotian and Thai women. Participants will fellowship and deepen their faith as disciples of Jesus.
Developing a Multicultural Ministry with Cultural Intelligence
Joyce Porto: Multicultural Strategist, WMU of Texas
Shirley Porto, Baptist World Alliance, Washington D.C.
Ranger Room 110
Through interactive activities and practical exercises, participants will learn strategies for building culturally intelligent ministries to reach the cultures for Christ in their surrounding communities.
My Mind and Me
Alice Ward, Licensed Professional Counselor, Transformation Begins Within, LLC, Dallas
Texas North 113
Participants will have a better understanding of the power of their mind through mental health awareness and self-reflection surrounding the internal dialogue that represents the complex interplay between our conscious awareness and our inner self.
Missions Disciple-Makers in the Local Church
Jason Burden, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Lubbock
Texas South 114
Applying Biblically-based solutions to multiplying disciples who are on mission for Christ in your church.
Connecting Parents in Missions Journey
Carrie Rickman, Missions Journey Parents Leader, Retama Park Baptist Church, Kingsville
Texas South 115
Is your Missions Journey program helping parents continue the conversations at home and develop a mission mindset in their family? During this interactive class, Missions Journey leaders and parents can explore ways to begin a Missions Journey Parents class and promote a missions mindset for families.
Ministering to Those Who Struggle with LGBTQ+ Related Issues
David Sanchez, Director, Ethics and Justice, Christian Life Commission, Texas Baptists
Texas South 118
To provide ministers and lay people with biblically-based principles, tools, and resources to help those who struggle with same-sex attraction/gender identity issues.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Is That You, God?
J. Baker and W. Baker, Missionaries, International Mission Board
Texas South 117
“Is this my desire or truly yours, God?” Explore this question and others we have asked in searching for God’s will and following His call.
Involucrar a las Mujeres en el Ministerio
Irene Gallegos, Director, Texas Baptists Hunger Offering Brazos North
Aprenda lo que dice la Biblia sobre las mujeres en el ministerio y cómo aplicarlo en su iglesia.
WMU de Texas - Nuevo Recurso (Español)
Ruth Mendoza, First Bilingual Baptist Church, Tyler, Texas Brazos South
¿Qué hay de nuevo en WMU de Texas? Únase a nosotros para conocer los recursos actuales y nuevos para líderes de iglesias y WMU.
MISSIONARY SPOTLIGHT
Saturday, April 5
Workshop Four
ReNew for Teens - Part Two
Marisol Sandoval, Age-Level Strategist, WMU of Texas
David Sanchez, Director, Ethics and Justice, Christian Life Commission, Texas Baptists
Texas South 116
Teens will learn what the Bible has to say about the topic of gender identity and orientation based on God’s Word and how to stand strong, with compassion in a culture that challenges the spiritual perspective.
Who is WMU of Texas
Jackie Faughn, President, WMU of Texas Bosque Theater
WMU of Texas has a strong legacy of missions. Come explore how we are investing in individuals to continue to equip others for ministry, pray for missions, and give generously to causes that reflect the Great Commission.
iWitness
Oza Jones, Director, Evangelism, Texas Baptists
Lone Star 103
This session will equip and empower believers to witness and create a culture of evangelism and outreach in their ministry.
Cultivating a Culture of Discipleship in Your Church
Robert White, Pastor, Freedom Church, Bedford
Lone Star 104
Discipleship is more than a program—it’s a way of life that should shape every aspect of the church. This workshop is designed for pastors and church leaders who desire to create a thriving culture of discipleship that moves beyond classes and curriculum to a holistic, relational, and transformational model.
I am Texas Missions
Brenda Bourgeois, Vice President, WMU of Texas
Lynn Montgomery, Recording Secretary, WMU of Texas
Lone Star 105
Need ideas to help your church celebrate Texas Missions? Join us in exploring creative ways to engage your church in the Week of Prayer for Texas Missions.
Mental Health Awareness in Children: How To Recognize It
and What To Do About It.
Alice Ward, Licensed Professional Counselor, Transformation Begins Within, LLC, Dallas
Ranger Room 106
Learn what mental health looks like in children and students and how to handle it.
Using Jail Ministry to Transform Families
Lynn Heckler, Director, Christian Journey Courses, Boerne
Ranger Room 107
Learn about delivering targeted programs to jail inmates, probationers, and people in need of breaking dysfunctional life patterns in order to find their true identity and a new beginning.
Embrace Life with Young Women
Mika Sumpter, Baptist Student Ministry, Texas Woman’s University, Denton Jamye Richmond, Baptist Student Ministry Coordinator, Texas Woman’s University, Denton Ranger Room 108
Are you interested in starting a small group that focuses on mission engagement, discipleship and prayer? Then Embrace is for you. Included will be missions engagement and prayer for both local and Kingdom missions.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sisters Who Care Fellowship Meeting
Pamela Davis-Duck, WMU of Texas Sisters Who Care Advisory Council Ranger Room 109
An engaging opportunity to foster connections and spiritual growth among African-American women. Participants will fellowship and deepen their faith as disciples of Jesus.
Crossing Cultures: Ministering to International Students
George Dolak: Baptist Student Ministries Director, Dallas College, Dallas Ranger Room 110
In this workshop, we will discuss some essential cross-cultural ingredients that will assist you in embarking in healthy spiritual conversations across our growing diverse communities.
50 Steps with Jesus
Sandy Widsom-Martin, Executive Director-Treasurer, National WMU, Birmingham, Alabama Texas North 113
Discipleship has never been easier thanks to a resource created by Ron and Marsha Harvell. 50 Steps with Jesus is a 7-week spiritual growth journey that helps a believer take new steps with the Lord, explore His truths, grow closer to Him, and become more secure in the foundations of their faith. Each one of us can be personally involved in making disciples of Jesus who live on mission. This method is brilliant in its simplicity.
Workshop
Four 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Seeing Through His Lens - WMU of Texas Border Ministries
Vanessa Lerma, Border Missionary, WMU of Texas
Texas South 114
How do you practically minister to your community? In this workshop, WMU Missionary Vanessa Lerma will equip you to minister to others through compassion, life skills, talents, and spiritual gifts.
From Lunch to Life Change: Making the Most of Ministry with Your Local Baptist Student Ministry
Ginger Bowman, Church & Campus Consultant, Collegiate Ministry, Texas Baptists
Texas South 115
This generation of students is hungry for connection with adults who care about them! Discover opportunities and strategies to engage students on your local campus in discipling and mentoring relationships.
CHURCH PLANTER SPOTLIGHT
From TX to NYC: A Church Planter’s Journey
Lindsey Mayberry, Church Planter & Business Owner, New York City
Texas South 118
How do new churches start?
Hear from Lindsey about church planting in NYC.
MISSIONARY SPOTLIGHT
Missionary Spotlight
Estrella Chairez, Student Missionary, Texas Baptist Student Ministry
Texas South 117
A small percentage of the world’s population is making eternal impacts on the kingdom. The Lord is transforming the world through college students. What college campuses can you begin praying for around you?
WMU of Texas - New Resource Reveal
Tamiko Jones, Executive DirectorTreasurer, WMU of Texas
Teri Ussery, Adult Strategist, WMU of Texas
Brazos South
What’s new at WMU of Texas? Join us as we explore new resources to equip individual, one-on-one, and small group missional disciplemaking.
La Guerra Espiritual de Nuestra Cultura
Eric Hernandez, Apologetics Lead & Millennial Specialist, Evangelism, Texas Baptists
Brazos North Hay tres fortalezas dominantes que impregnan nuestra cultura e impiden a las personas llegar al conocimiento salvador de Dios. En esta sesión aprenderá qué son, cómo identificarlos y cómo responder en consecuencia.
SPEAK JESUS
HILL DAVIS OFFERING
MARY
WEEK OF PRAYER FOR TEXAS MISSIONS
SEPTEMBER 14-21, 2025
Three Ways to Order Materials
1. By Phone: 214. 828.5150
2. By Email: wmutx@texasbaptists.org
3. Online: iamtexasmissions.org/order
What is the Mary Hill
Davis Offering
®?
Together, WMU of Texas and Texas Baptists are able to send missionaries and provide opportunities for people to hear the Gospel and find hope in Christ.
The Mary Hill Davis Offering for Texas Missions is a vital part of this work - 100 percent - of the money collected goes to sending missionaries, supporting missions in Texas, and sustaining WMU of Texas’ ministry efforts.
Who was Mary Hill Davis?
Mary Hill Davis was born in Greenville, Georgia, and came to Texas as a small child in 1870 when her family moved from Tennessee to Dallas. At age 20, she married F.S. Davis, a physician. They had one son, Raymond, also a physician and surgeon.
Mary's heart for missions and people was evident in everything she did. She believed Texas was a vast mission field, and that immigrants needed to know Jesus just as much as citizens. Not only did she stir women to give and pray for missions (giving increased by $1.2 million dollars during her presidency), but
she also encouraged leaders to take care of orphans, schools in Texas, as well as China, and retired pastors living in poverty.
Mary Hill Davis passed away on November 24, 1934, and during a memorial service held at the WMU Convention of Houston in 1935, the State Missions Offering was renamed the Mary HIll Davis Offering®.
Today, Mary's remarkable leadership continues to inspire Texas Baptists to give, pray, and serve.
Learn more: iamtexasmissions.org/maryhilldavis
Top Giving Churches in 2024
TOP 3 GIVING CHURCHES IN EACH CATEGORY
WORSHIP ATTENDANCE | 1,000
First Baptist Church, Midland
First Baptist Church, Amarillo
Pioneer Drive Baptist Church, Abilene
WORSHIP ATTENDANCE | 500-999
Hunters Glen Baptist Church, Plano
Magnolias First Baptist Church, Magnolia
First Baptist Church, Belton
WORSHIP ATTENDANCE | 200-499
Field Street Baptist Church, Cleburne
First Baptist Church, Corsicana
South Main Baptist Church, Pasadena
WORSHIP ATTENDANCE | 100-199
First Baptist Church, Dalhart
First Baptist Church, Lampasas
First Baptist Church, Brownfield
WORSHIP ATTENDANCE | 1-99
First Baptist Church, Ozona
Frio Baptist Church, Hereford
First Baptist Church, Haskell
AFRICAN AMERICAN CHURCHES
Westside Baptist Church, Lewisville
Bethlehem Baptist Church, Mansfield
Cornerstone Baptist Church, Arlington
CHINESE CHURCHES
First Chinese Baptist Church, Dallas
Galveston Chinese Church, Galveston
Glory Chinese Baptist Church, North Richland Hills
HISPANIC CHURCHES
Pine Street Baptist Church, Winnsboro
Iglesia Bautista El Calvario, Cibolo
Pandora Baptist Fellowship, Stockdale
VIETNAMESE CHURCHES
Vietnamese Baptist Church, Garland
The Redeemer Baptist Church, Plano
Elevate Community Church, Bedford
SPEAK JESUS
Helpful Information Información útil
OFFERING • OFRENDA
An offering will be taken following the Friday evening Missions Dinner. The offering will go toward the Joy Fenner Missions Projects Endowment. Checks may be made payable to WMU of Texas. You may also give online at wmutx.org/giveonline
FIRST AID • PRIMEROS AUXILIOS
If medical attention is needed, please go to the ticket window located next to the registration area marked First Aid.
INSURANCE • SEGURO
Limited accident insurance is provided for registered attendees while at the Annual Meeting. If an accident occurs, please go to the registration table and ask for a WMU of Texas representative to assist you. Following the meeting, contact Vickie Lee, 10325 Brockwood Road, Dallas, Texas 75238. Phone: 214.828.0645.
Se recogerá una ofrenda después de la sesión general del viernes por la noche. Esta ofrenda es para la Ofrenda Mary Hill Davis para las Misiones de Texas. Los cheques pueden escribirse a nombre de WMU of Texas. También puede donar en línea en wmutx.org/giveonline.
Si necesita atención médica, consulte a un representante de WMU of Texas en el área de registro.
Se proporciona un seguro que limitadamente cubre accidentes para los asistentes registrados durante la Reunión Anual. Si ocurre un accidente, vaya a la mesa de registro y solicite un representante de WMU of Texas para que lo ayude. Después de la reunión, comuníquese con Nayely Vallejo, 10325 Brockwood Road, Dallas, Texas 75238. Teléfono: 214.828.5150.
COFFEE & WATER STATIONS • ESTACIONES DE CAFÉ Y AGUA
Coffee and water will be available throughout the campus. Find a WMU volunteer for directions.
Café y agua estarán disponibles en todo el campus. Encuentre un anfitrión de campus de WMU para obtener instrucciones.
SPANISH TRANSLATION • TRADUCCIÓN AL ESPAÑOL
The general sessions will be translated into Spanish. Translation headsets/headphones may be checked out at the registration table before each session.
MEALS • COMIDAS
Box lunches are provided on Friday and Saturday for lunch. A plated dinner will be served on Friday evening. These meals are included in your registration fee.
Las sesiones generales serán traducidas al español. Los auriculares de traducción se pueden obtener en la mesa de registro antes de cada sesión.
El viernes 21 de abril, cada quien comerá por su lado. Hay maravillosos restaurantes cerca. Escanee el código QR para obtener más información. El sábado, el almuerzo se proporcionará durante la sesión de almuerzo y aprendizaje a las 12:00 PM.
WMU of Texas Staff
Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer tamiko.jones@txb.org (214) 828-5177
Vickie Lee
Financial Assistant vickie.wmutx@txb.org (214) 828-5396
Missional Lifestyle Strategist for Preschool, Children, and Youth marisol.wmutx@txb.org (214) 828-5158
Sisters Who Care Contractor bennye.wmutx@txb.org (214) 356-3458
Vanessa Lerma
WMU of Texas Missionary Border Ministries vanessa.wmutx@txb.org (956) 279-5515
Special Projects teri.wmutx@txb.org (214) 828-5374
Communications Consultant beth.wmutx@txb.org (214) 828-5155
Missional Lifestyle Strategist joyce.wmutx@txb.org (469) 405-1638
brandi.wmutx@txb.org (214) 828-5152
Christian Women’s/Men’s Job Corps State Consultant chris.wmutx@txb.org (737) 280-8660
Office Manager and Administrative Assistant nayely.wmutx@txb.org (214) 828-5150
WMU Hispanic Ministries Contractor irma.wmutx@gmail.com 940-367-3655
Nayely Vallejo Irma Ynostrosa
2025 Voting Information
WMU of Texas Bylaws, Article Six, Section 1. Voting Members.
The term “member” used in these Bylaws shall refer not to persons who enjoy membership rights in this Corporation, this Corporation having no members, but to those members of local Woman’s Missionary Unions recognized by and affiliated with Woman’s Missionary Union of Texas. Those members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age, registered and seated at an Annual Meeting shall be referred to as
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
PRESIDENT: JACKIE FAUGHN
First Baptist Church McKinney, Texas
CHURCH
Missional Life Team (Current)
Women on Mission (Current) Volunteer Child Sponsorship Coordinator (Current) Member of two advocacy teams for ministry partners
Emmanuel Labor (Local Homeless Ministry serving McKinney)
Missionary serving in Southeast Asia (Advocacy Team Leader)
GA and Mission Friends leader (Former)
ASSOCIATION
Mission Friends Director
WMU OF TEXAS
President (current) Board of Directors
Personnel Committee, Chair (Former) Mary Hill Davis Offering Week of Prayer, member and former Chair
Former WMU Staff member responsible for GAs and Mission Friends
Curriculum Writer for Mary Hill Davis
Offering Week of Prayer
Contributing author to The Bridge
“Voting Members,” who shall have the right to vote in that Annual Meeting and in that Annual Meeting alone for those persons nominated for election as Officers at that Annual Meeting.
Note: In the event the person elected President is unable to discharge the duties of her office, the person elected Vice President shall fulfill the responsibilities, including that of serving as vice president of national WMU.
The nominating committee presents the following candidates for office 2024-2025
NATIONAL WMU
Curriculum Writer for GA, Mission Friends, and Camp Materials
MISSION TRIPS
Short-term missionary assignment with IMB (1980) to Guatemala / Multiple mission trips to Central America, Africa, and Alaska
OTHER
Retreat Speaker Conference Leader
Perspectives Missions Course, two times and on the leadership team Children’s Minister at several churches Missions Coordinator at Texas A&M BSM
VICE PRESIDENT: BRENDA BOURGEOIS
Calvary Baptist Church Lubbock, Texas
CHURCH
Director, Acteens and GAs
Interim Student Minister- 18 months
Children Minister- 15 months
Chaplain- UMC
ASSOCIATIONAL
Lubbock Area Baptist Association WMU Director two 5-year terms Association GA Director
WMU OF TEXAS
Vice President (current)
Equipper
Missions Education Trainer (MET)
Board of Directors, two terms
Governance Committee, member and Chair
Nominating Committee, former member
Executive Committee
Curriculum writer for Children’s Age Level Material for Mary Hill Davis, 2020, 2022
SECRETARY: LYNN MONTGOMERY
Mt. Olivet Baptist Fellowship Tyler, Texas
CHURCH
WMU Leader (Current)
WMU OF TEXAS
Recording Secretary (current) Board of Directors
Audit Committee, Chair
Sisters Who Care Workshop Leader (Former)
OTHER
African American Representative (Former)
Información Sobre el Voto
Estatutos de WMU de Texas, Artículo Seis, Sección 1. Miembros con derecho a voto. Miembros con derecho a voto.
El término “miembro” utilizado en estos Estatutos se referirá no a las personas que gozan de derechos de membresía en esta Corporación, ya que esta Corporación no tiene miembros, sino a aquellos miembros de las WMU locales reconocidas por y afiliadas a la WMU de Texas. Aquellos miembros que tengan por lo menos dieciocho (18) años de edad, registrados y sentados en una Reunión Anual serán referidos como “Miembros Votantes”, quienes
COMITÉ DE CANDIDATURAS
PRESIDENTE: JACKIE FAUGHN
First Baptist Church
McKinney, Texas
IGLESIA
Equipo de vida Misional (Actual) Mujeres en Misiones (Actual)
Coordinadora voluntaria de apadrinamiento de niños (Actual)
Miembro de dos términos de abogacía para socios ministeriales
Emmanuel Labor (Ministerio local de personas sin hogar sirviendo McKinney)
Misionero sirviendo en el Sureste de Asia (Líder del Equipo de Abogacía)
Líder de GA y Amiguitos Misioneros (Anterior)
ASOCIACIÓN
Director de Amigos de la Misión
WMU OF TEXAS
Junta Directiva
Secretario de Actas (Actual)
Comité de Personal, Presidente (Anterior)
Miembro y ex Presidente de la Semana de Oración de la Ofrenda Mary Hill Davis
Ex miembro del personal de WMU de Texas, responsable de las GA’s y Amiguitos Misioneros
Escritora del currículo de la Semana de Oración de la Ofrenda Mary Hill Davis
Autora colaboradora de The Bridge
tendrán derecho a votar en esa Reunión Anual y en esa Reunión Anual solamente por aquellas personas nominadas para elección como Oficiales en esa Reunión Anual.
Nota: En caso de que la persona elegida como Presidenta no pueda cumplir con los deberes de su cargo, la persona elegida como Vicepresidenta cumplirá con las responsabilidades, incluyendo la de servir como vicepresidenta de la WMU.
La comisión de nombramientos presenta los siguientes candidatos para los cargos 2024-2025.
WMU NACIONAL
Escritora de Currículo para GA, Amiguitos Misioneros, y Materiales de Campamento
VIAJES MISIONEROS
Asignación misionera a corto plazo con IMB (1980) a Guatemala
Múltiples viajes misioneros a América Central, África y Alaska
OTROS
Orador en retiros
Líder de Conferencia
Curso de Misiones Perspectivas, dos veces y en el equipo de liderazgo
Ministro de Niños en varias iglesias
Coordinador de Misiones en Texas A&M BSM
VICE PRESIDENTE: BRENDA BOURGEOIS
Southcrest Baptists Church Lubbock, Texas
IGLESIA
Directora, Acteens y GA’s
Ministra Estudiantil Interina- 18 meses
Ministra de Niños- 15 meses
Capellán- UMC
ASOCIACIÓN
Asociación Bautista del Área de Lubbock
WMU Asociación, Director de dos términos de 5 años
Asociación GA, Director
WMU OF TEXAS
Equipador
Entrenadora de Educación Misionera (MET)
Junta Directiva, dos términos
Vice Presidente
Comité de Gobierno, miembro y Presidente
Comité de Nombramientos, antiguo miembro
Comité Ejecutivo
Escritora de currículos para niños para Mary Hill Davis, 2020, 2022
SECRETARIO: LYNN MONTGOMERY
Mt. Olivet Baptist Fellowship Tyler, Texas
IGLESIA
Líder de WMU (Actual)
WMU OF TEXAS
Junta de Directores
Comité de Auditoría, Presidente
Líder del Taller Sisters Who Care (Anterior)
OTROS
Representante afroamericano (Anterior)
Board of Directors
1 . P AN H A N D L E
Del Lopez Lubbock, TX dellopez1@gmail.com
Angie Graves Amarillo, TX angiegraves@gmail.com
2 . W E S T T E X A S
Martha Lay El Paso, TX marthalay12@gmail.com
Rosie Rodriguez Midland, TX pinkyroseann20@gmail com
3 . R I O G R A N D E V A L L E Y
Argentina Carrero Los Fresnos, TX Argentina.carrero11@gmail.com
Juanita Morales San Juan, TX jmorales52353@gmail.com
4 . S A N A N T O N I O
Beverlie Cloud Helotes, TX cloudb16674@gmail com
Rosemary Vickery Kenedy, TX rosemary.vickery@ ckenedy.org
5 . H O U S T O N
Stephanie Morales Houston, TX stephaniemoralesteacup@ gmail com
Bertha Vaughns Houston, TX TX bvaughns@live com
6 . C E N T R A L T E X A S
Melissa Gould Georgetown, TX majormoo2002@yahoo com
Kathryn Smith Belton, TX gksmith6512@sbcglobal.net
7 . E A S T T E X A S
Susan Green Longview, TX lwstgreen@gmail com
Lydia Nowell Longview, TX lronwell98@gmail com
8 . D A L L A S
Mary Lou Sinclair Richardson, TX teachingetc@att net
Celeste Hamaker Richardson, TX hchamaker@2022@outlook.com
9 . F O R T W O R T H
Jamye Richmond Pilot Point, TX ichyemama@yahoo.com
Priscilla Justice Mansfield, TX princesspljand3@yahoo.com
M E M B E R S A T L A R G E
Phonsavanh Xaykosee Houston, TX phonxaykosee@gmail.com
Michelle Thu Hoang Allen, TX michelle@mikiballc.com
DeRema Dunn Sunnyvale, TX rdunn01@sbcglobal.net
Suzette Mitchell Mesquite, TX ladysmitchell98@gmail.com
O F F I C E R S
Jackie Evans Faughn President McKinney, TX jackie wmutx@gmail com
Brenda Bourgeois Vice President Lubbock, TX brendabou.wmutx@gmail.com
Lynn Montgomery Recording Secretary Tyler, TX lynn wmutx@gmail com
Tamiko Jones
Executive Director-Treasurer Dallas, TX
tamiko jones@txb org
SPEAK JESUS
THANK YOU SPONSORS
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF KINGDOM IMPACT
Because the Mission Matters
For 30 years, the WMU Foundation has worked alongside national WMU, as well as state and regional WMUs, to help fund their ministries.
As we mark this milestone, the greatest way to honor the legacy of Kingdom impact is by investing in the future. By giving to Texas’s Touch Tomorrow Today (TTT) endowment, you ensure that the ministries making a di erence today will continue to thrive for generations to come. Your generosity strengthens the work of both Texas WMU and national WMU today and secures their mission for tomorrow.
Visit wmufoundation.com/ways-to-give to learn how you can make a one-time or monthly gift to an endowment or fund that is important to you.
Foundation, 100 Missionary Ridge, Birmingham, AL 35242 wmufoundation.com | wmufoundation@wmu.org | (205) 408-5525 @wmufoundation
O U R M I S S I O N
To honor God, reach children and families with His love and truth, and enable others to join us in this ministry
STCH Ministries is a faith-based, nonprofit organization that has been caring for children and families since 1952
