The Connection - July Edition

Supply Our Students 2014 Such JOY for something so small

SUMMER BIBLE STUDIES LED BY PASTOR WARFIELD BROWN BAG BIBLE STUDY

UPCOMING SERMON TEXT WEDNESDAYS • 12-1 PM • VOLUNTEER CENTER

GOSPEL OF MARK

SUNDAYS • 6 PM • ROOM 11/12

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Healing Prayer Service T U E S DAY, J U LY 8 • 7 PM • S A N C T UA RY

UM ARMY J U LY 2 0 - 2 6 • C A L D W E L L , T E X A S

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Grace and Peace to each and every one of you. Let me introduce myself.

From July 1 through August 31, I will be your Intentional Interim Minister. Your new pastor will arrive on September 1 and, in the meantime, I will serve as your pastor and preacher.

In June 2012, I retired after 44 years of service as a clergy person in the Oklahoma Annual Conference and moved to Eagle Lake, Texas, with my wife of 46 years, Frances. We have 3 children and 5 grandchildren who live in Oklahoma and Florida.

INTENTIONAL INTERIM PASTOR REV. STAN WARFIELD

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Grace and peace to each and every one of you.”

In my 44 years, I pastored churches in rural as well as suburban areas of Oklahoma.

Seven of those years were spent serving as the District Superintendent of the Enid District of the Oklahoma Annual Conference. My last appointment of 11 years was at First United Methodist Church in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

I received my B.A. from Westmar College in LeMars, Iowa, and my M.Div. from Phillips Graduate School of Theology, Phillips University, Enid, Oklahoma. It was from Phillips that I received the Distinguished Alumnus award in 2003.

Since my retirement in June 2012, I have been doing Intentional Interim work.

Christ Church will be my fifth interim appointment. My wife, Frances, says it this way: “You have flunked retirement.”

Throughout my career, I have worked with numerous law enforcement agencies and fire departments as their chaplain. My responsibilities have included stress counseling with officers and working with bereaved families during their times of crisis.

Frances worked as an educator in elementary schools in the communities where I was appointed as pastor.

Do I have any hobbies? Not really, but I have numerous interests that include everything from NASCAR racing to college basketball to country & western music. But at the same time, I enjoy the theater and classical music.

I am looking forward to spending these next few weeks with you. I want to make a deal with you. I will pray for you and ask you to pray for me as we journey together as the family of faith known as Christ United Methodist Church.

Shalom,

STAN WARFIELD INTENTIONAL INTERIM PASTOR

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Dear Christ Church Congregation, Rev. Jay Jackson, our Southwest District Superintendent, has announced the appointment of our new lead pastor, the Rev. Dr. C. Chappell Temple. Pastor Temple and his spouse, Julie, a retired public school teacher, will be moving to the area by the end of August.

NEWLY APPOINTED LEAD PASTOR REV. DR. C. CHAPPELL TEMPLE

In ministry since 1975, Pastor Temple has served significant appointments in the Texas Annual Conference, most recently at Lakewood U.M.C. in Houston where he spent 12 years with consistent growth in membership and worship.

While there, he led a successful seven million dollar building and renovation campaign and increased that church’s programs and outreach to the community.

His past service to the connection includes the endorsement as an Episcopal Candidate in 2012 in the South Central Jurisdiction, elections to several sessions of Jurisdictional and General Conference, service as the President of Lon Morris College, and leadership on many denominational boards and agencies.

Pastor Temple holds a Ph.D. from Rice University and a Master of Divinity degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. His writing is published in various religious journals, including the Abingdon Preaching Annual and the UM Reporter. He presently serves as Adjunct Faculty for Perkins School of Theology, Houston, teaching United Methodist history, doctrine, and polity.

Born April 6, 1953, in Hillsboro, Texas, he attended public schools in Fort Worth and Houston. He and Julie have a son and daughter and three grandchildren, with one more on the way. He has traveled or ministered in over thirty nations and enjoys being with family, reading, music, travel, hiking, and walking.

Please pray for Pastor Temple and Julie as they find a new home and make their move to Sugar Land. And check out his blog at www.chappelltemple.com for his own words of excitement about this move.

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Check out his blog at www.chappelltemple.com for his own words of excitement about his move.”

churchmatters As a recent graduate of Texas A&M, I was involved with Axiom while in school and built a strong relationship with the people involved. It was my second family at home and I know even when at school that I had a solid group of people that loved me, cared for me, and would be there if I needed anything. The group really has supported me and helped me grow in my faith and welcomed me with open arms when I returned to begin my working career. I look forward to all the good times to come!

–Brad Vanderford |AXIOM

If you do not currently receive the weekly E-mail Blast, you may sign up on our church website at www.cumcsl.org/blast or by contacting Laura Gratz at laura@cumcsl.org or 281.690.4764.

Because of the visit by the inmate choir, Winds of Change, on Christ Church’s RJM Sunday, the new warden got to see what RJM means to our church and to the inmates. He was so moved by the Spirit working throughout that day that he has worked very hard to gain permission to take the choir to churches every Sunday. The warden, himself, will talk from the pulpit at each church about the effects of RJM on a church. Our church’s welcoming of these men has opened the way for other churches to meet our special friends in white.

–Betty Waedamon | RESTORATIVE JUSTICE MINISTRY

Thank you to all of our volunteers at our Carpenter’s Hands event on May 17! Also, thank you to our able group of regular volunteers that come during the week and work on things around church; those include but are not limited to Don Henderson, Bryan Tullos, Richard Haase, and Karen Fountain. Many thanks to these folks.

You may also notice that the lights on the Austin Parkway side of the Sanctuary are on again after 2 1/2 years of being out of order. Two of the fixtures were donated by Rick Lathrop, and their installation was accomplished with the help of Bryan Tullos (who now carries pictures of these working fixtures in his wallet).

-Roland Huysman | DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

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CONGRATULATIONS

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GRADUATES!

Congratulations to our Confirmation class of 2014!

Come, Holy Spirit, and break through the chaos of our lives.

Come, Holy Spirit, and bring us new life.

WELCOME TO OUR NEW CHRIST CHURCH MEMBER!

Lead us in the way of Jesus Christ and unite us in His love.

Amen.

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CAMILLE BALDWIN

2014 COMMITTEES •

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Mark Huffer* Lee Dorger Lisa Pepin Craig Fredrickson Mary Ellen Wahlheim

Donavan Brown Becky Neese Evan Gisler Bryan Tullos

JUNE REPORTS “We had a successful Carpenter’s Hands event on May 17 at Christ Church.

Over 30 people were involved. Projects included: finishing out closet under stairs, refurbishing small houses in both playgrounds, reorganizing and cleaning meeting area in Scout Shack, painting front playground fence, dusting plants and wax removal in Sanctuary building, painting door trim in Gym, power-washing concrete parking lot, re-striping parking spaces by the ball parks, and dusting pews in Sanctuary.

It takes a lot of money to care for the facilities. The more volunteers we can get involved, the more money we can save for other things.”

–Roland Huysman, Director of Operations

LEADERSHIP COUNCIL Acting Chair: Justin Flint Trustees: Mark Huffer Finance: Darrell Thomas SPRC: Chad Mavity Past Chair: Bret Dyer Vision & Planning: Jonathan Heironimus

Treasurer: Jim Rose CCS Board: Gillian Smith Endowment: Mark Huffer Nominations: Linda Parker Work Area Chairs Delegates to Annual Conference

Dwight Helms Jim Andrews Ace Alexander Jon Andersen Matt Thummell

Colleen Flint Becky Tullos Robin Clearman Casey Mueller

“Christ Church hosted two church-wide meetings in June. At the first, the church learned about the “Interim Process” and met our Interim Senior Pastor, Dr. Stan Warfield. Later in the month, the church was introduced to Dr. Peter Steinke, Church Conflict Resolution Consultant, who explained his “Bridgebuilder” Process. At both meetings, those who had questions were provided with the opportunity to present them.”

–Chad Mavity, Chair

VISION & PLANNING COMMITTEE

Jonathan Heironimus* Robert Coffman* Peter Allan Shey Fiscus

“At our May meeting, we reviewed the most current financial reports and discussed ways to manage expenses in view of continuing shortfalls in giving from our approved budget. We will continue to closely monitor our status, going forward, and work with the other committees and our staff to prioritize needs and adjust to our expected available resources. Giving often drops during the summer months so we would like to encourage everyone to keep current on individual commitments through the summer as our church needs remain constant.”

–Darrell Thomas, Chair

STAFF-PARISH RELATIONS COMMITTEE

Chad Mavity* Ray Johnson Brian Baer Debbie Floyd Bill Preston

–Justin Flint, Acting Chair

Executive Staff

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Darrell Thomas* Bobby Ritter Nelda Adams Chris Pecheux Jim Jordon Jimmy Skrapka

“Leadership Council looks forward to working with our interim pastors over the summer and to welcoming a new senior pastor in the Fall.

In the meantime, the Leadership Council will focus on fully participating in the ongoing processes to make Christ Church a healthier and more vibrant church in the Kingdom of God.”

Brian Burkhart Susie Duggan Andy Barnett Jill McGavin

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“With the introduction of Dr. Peter Steinke and his process to facilitate healing within our church, the V&P Committee is committed to supplementing this process in any way possible. We are eager to participate in Dr. Steinke’s process, and will focus on communicating all developments to the church body. Our current action is to encourage everyone to pray “breakthough prayer,” and ask God Himself to speak and guide us in this time of transition.”

–Jonathan Heironimus, Co-Chair

churchmatters | APARTMENT MINISTRY

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It was a blessing to know I had a congregation on whom I could rely in any situation.”

This ministry has opened my eyes to the supportive nature of our congregation. In the past year we have had multiple donations ranging from paper towels to delicious homecooked sweets used to feed our Bible study group. I have not had a single individual tell me something about the Apartment Ministry that hasn’t been encouraging. Although the ministry was exhausting, at times, it was a blessing to know I had a congregation on whom I could rely in any situation.

The dedication and requirements of the Apartment Ministry have taught me how to be a true warrior for Christ. The ministry has strengthened my prayer life and helped me to become more aware of my Christian walk by following the “Rules of Life.”

I am no longer afraid of being rejected by individuals who I try to tell about Christ, and I am even more thankful for those who listen.

Lastly, I want to emphasize how influential our “Rules of Life” were in my personal faith walk, and in our ministry. You start to think more about our everyday actions when once a week you have a list of things you compare them to. That’s why I want to encourage every ministry, small group, and Bible study to create a “Rules of Life” list and start your own covenant together.

Don’t just go through the motions - keep yourselves accountable and you will be amazed at how your faith and fellowship with others changes.

I would like to end this by thanking everyone who has supported me, as through this ministry we experienced a brand new type of outreach. To update you all as to my plans, I have accepted admission into Vanderbilt University to pursue my Masters in Counseling with emphasis in Clinical and Mental Health, starting in August 2014. I will never forget the impact Christ United Methodist Church has had on my faith.

KYLE MACDONALD

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s Christ at Foundations comes to an end for me personally, I want to reflect on my experiences and the growth in my spiritual walk. First and foremost, this experience has been a blessing because of the personal relationships that I have developed with our pastors, Dan and Preston, but also with the residents of the Foundations apartments.

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WEEKLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE - SUNDAYS CONTEMPORARY · 8:15 AM · SANCTUARY TRADITIONAL · 9:45 & 11:05 AM · SANCTUARY CASUAL - the hub · 11:00 AM · FAMILY LIFE CENTER GYM YOUTH WORSHIP · 6:00 PM · FAMILY LIFE CENTER GYM

G.A.L.S. NEW TIME TUESDAYS • 6 PM

JULY HEALING PRAYER WORSHIP SERVICE TUESDAY, JULY 8 • 7 PM • SANCTUARY

We have a new meeting time. Our meetings are held at local restaurants in the Sugar Land and Missouri City areas at 6 pm (please note our new meeting time.)

The best way to spiritual wholeness and health is to walk with God in all of life, in good times, in challenging times, and also in bad times.

God wants to be present in our lives so that healing may come. More than anything, God wants us to be whole, wholesome, healthy, and holy.

When we walk with God we discover Christ has already been walking with us.

Come, meet the One who walks with us through every time and every season. Come, meditate on God’s Word and rest in the quietness of prayer. Come, feast together at His table. Come, be blessed.

PRAYER MEETING FRIDAY NIGHTS • 7 PM • CHAPEL

In Acts 1:8, Jesus says, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."

We know that this is what we are called to do. But as this verse implies, we cannot do it without the presence of the Holy Spirit.

G.A.L.S. (Godly Active Ladies Serving) meets the last Tuesday each month from January through October to encourage one another in our daily lives and to find ways to serve women in all stages of life.

July 29 at Pei Wei August 26 at Red Oak Grill September 30 at Cafe Express October 28 at Spring Creek BBQ Join us for a meal, tea, or dessert as we lift each other up. For more information contact Norma Pharr at 281.980.7744 or pharrbo@aol.com.

JOIN CELEBRATE SINGLES FOR LUNCH FIRST SUNDAY • AFTER 11 AM SERVICES

All singles are invited to join the Celebrate Singles Sunday School class for lunch after the 11 am services. We meet for lunch the first Sunday of every month. Upcoming dates and locations are: July 6 at Hoggs N Chicks August 3 at Fuzzy’s Tacos September 7 at King Bo

Join us at these weekly meetings as we welcome the Holy Spirit to be present with us.

Remember to join us for class at 9:45 am in Room 309 in the FLC. We’d love to have you!

JULY MEANS “COME AS YOU ARE” EVERY SUNDAY IN JULY

KIDS, LEARN TO KNIT! JULY 7–9 • 2–4 PM • ROOM 114

July is the month we are a bit more casual in our Sanctuary worship.

The Chancel Choir observes a month-long break. The pastors go without robes and stoles and enjoy wearing street clothes. Communion is celebrated by intinction in all the services so the Saturday volunteers may have a month off. Things are a bit more laid back in traditional worship. Since summer Sundays often have people headed from church to outings and family events, everyone’s invited to come to worship dressed for their day. Summer’s also a great time to invite neighbors, co-workers, and friends to church, especially if your plans for later in the day include them.

Start with July 6! We’ll be looking for you every Sunday!

SUMMER CHOIR SCHEDULE JUNE, JULY, & AUGUST

The Joyful Noise and Chancel choirs continue to sing in worship throughout the months of June and August. If you would like to participate in Joyful Noise, which sings in the 9:45 am service, rehearsal is Sunday mornings at 8:30 am in the Choir Room. The Chancel Choir, which sings in the 11:05 am service, rehearses Wednesdays from 7–9 pm in the Choir Room. These choirs do not rehearse or sing in July.

Our handbell choirs, Joy Bells and Jubilation Ringers, are on break for the summer but will resume in the fall.

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For kids who’ve completed 3rd, 4th or 5th grade, this free, 3-day course will teach you how to create knitted projects to wear or to give as gifts.

BYO yarn & needles.

412 GREAT ESCAPE JULY 7–10 • TEXAS HILL COUNTRY

Students who have completed 6th–12th grade are invited to join us for our 2nd annual 412 Great Escape. This $325 trip includes Schlitterbahn, Six Flags, and a Comal River float! Register by June 30 at 4-12.net.

MEN’S LUNCH THURSDAY, JULY 10 • CORELLI’S • 11:30 AM

Men of all ages, join together for lunch and fellowship at Corelli’s. This is a wonderful cross-generational event that provides an opportunity to get to know other men in our congregation and on our staff.

COOKING WITH MISS KATE AND MISS KIM THURSDAYS, JULY 10–31 • 2–4 PM • DOWNSTAIRS KITCHEN

Join us in the kitchen as we learn to cook kid-friendly meals and snacks with wholesome, real ingredients. $10 per class will cover all supplies.

Try any or all of our classes, as we’ll offer a different menu each time we meet! This class is for kids who have completed 3rd, 4th or 5th grade.

GAME DAY FOR EVERYONE! 1ST & 4TH WEDNESDAYS OF JULY & AUGUST WHILE SCHOOL IS OUT • 11 AM–1 PM • ROOMS 11/12

Fight boredom with board games! Bring a sack lunch and a friend and come join us for all-church Game Days on the first and fourth Wednesdays of July and August while school is out. Age 9 and up, or any age with parent.

KIDS’ BOOK CLUB MONDAYS, JULY 14–AUGUST 4 • 2–4 PM • ROOM 11

Follow the crazy antics of Mrs. Piggle Wiggle and friends, and learn something, too! We’ll read stories and play games for a little literary fun over the summer. Just for kids who have completed 1st and 2nd grades.

SUMMER CAMPS FOR KIDS WEEKS OF JULY 14, 21, AND 28

Hey kids…camp is open to kids age 3 (by 9.1.2014) to incoming 1st graders, come join us this summer for camp! The cost per camp is $125.

For camp details and online registration, visit www.cumcsl.org/camp. Contact Kim Ripley at kimr@cumcsl.org or 281.690.4765 with your questions.

Camp 1: God-Grown Science (July 14 - 17: 9 am–1 pm) Learn how to take what God provided for us to use in the kitchen, and use it to cook up some science fun! Everyday kitchen items like flour, spices, milk, food coloring, etc. make for a very fun learning experience.

Thank you God for making this possible!

Camp 2: God's Sensory Sensations (July 21 - 24: 9 am–1 pm) God gave us eyes to see, hands to help, ears to listen, noses to smell, and a mouth to taste. We will use our senses to make ooey, gooey concoctions and fun, sensory art projects. You don't want to miss this!

Camp 3: Recycling God's Way (July 28 - 31: 9 am–1 pm) God loves when we use ordinary trash and turn it into a treasure or when we retell the fairy tales of old over and over again. This camp is for anyone who loves to use their imagination...just as God intended!

Camp Instructor Bios: Joanne Shipman is a 6-year camp instructor! She is married to Charlie and has 4 children. Her two sons, Christopher and Nicholas, live in Colorado.

Her oldest daughter, Meredith, lives in Houston. Her youngest daughter, Caroline, is a Senior at Clements High School. Joanne has been a teacher/ assistant at Christ Church School for 19 years and has loved all of the children who have been in her care during those years.

TIRED? STEPHEN MINISTRY COULD HELP

The day-in, day-out routine of caring for her is finally getting you down.

And she isn’t getting any better.

You’re exhausted.

You need someone to care for you.

A Stephen Minister can be this person. He or she is trained in one-to-one Christian caregiving and won’t push advice on you--instead, your Stephen Minister will listen and care for you, helping you sort through your feelings and help you discover the resources you need to make it through. To find out more about Stephen Ministry or to receive a Stephen Minister’s care, contact Sally McKnight at 713.306.1719.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES BE FIT TUESDAYS AT 11 AM AND/OR FRIDAYS AT 9:30 AM • FLC, ROOMS 302/303

Put on some comfortable clothes and try out this gentle exercise class.

Participants are encouraged to be fit by practicing flexibility, balance, range of motion, strength, and breathing. Monthly fee for 1 day a week is $15; 2 days a week is $30.

FIFTH WEDNESDAY SEMINAR WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 • NOON • ROOMS 11/12 • BE PREPARED: END OF LIFE PLANS, PART 2

All of us need to be prepared, practically speaking, for the eventuality of our death, or the death of someone we love. Attorney Thelma Jones will present Part 2 of this seminar, providing participants with suggestions on how to organize pertinent information to make things as easy as possible for those who survive us.

For a full listing of activities and ways you can get involved at Christ Church, please visit WWW.CUMCSL.ORG

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Bonnie Wilson currently teaches the Bridge Class at Christ Church School, and has been working there for 21 years. Bonnie has four adult children: 3 sons and 1 daughter, and four precious grandchildren. Bonnie has a love of teaching and it shines through every day! She is very excited to return her 2nd year to teach summer camps at Christ Church.

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Denise Zimmer has worked at Christ Church School for 18 years, teaching two year olds. She has 3 adult children and 2 beautiful granddaughters.

She loves working with children and has a special knack for teaching two year olds! She thinks they are so much fun and they keep her on her toes!

This will be Denise’s 4th year teaching summer camps.

SERV E GIFTS UNTO OTHERS ACTIVE ALL YEAR

Don’t forget that you can use Gifts Unto Others (GUO) for all your giftgiving needs. Submit your order for personalized cards online at www. cumsl.org/GUO or use the form on the back of the catalog.

FINAL PUSH FOR JOY! JULY 6 AND 13 • VOLUNTEER CENTER

July 6 and 13 are the final two Sundays for our Supply Our Students campaign. For 14 years this church has faithfully and generously supported deserving students in FBISD by donating to this worthy cause. Brand new school supplies bring not only confidence to a student, but give them such JOY! They get to arrive for the first day of school with the same new supplies as all the other kids. Can you imagine the smiles on the faces of these kids when they are handed a package of brand new supplies?! It is awesome!

We invite you to be a part of this endeavor to spread JOY to our students!

Donate by visiting our table in the Volunteer Center!

412 UM ARMY 2014 JULY 20–26 • CALDWELL, TEXAS

Students who have completed 8th-12th grade are invited to serve others at our annual UM ARMY mission trip. We will be traveling to Caldwell, TX. Mission cost is $295, but you can reserve your spot through June 30 with a $50 deposit. For more info and to register go to 4-12.net.

HAITI APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! DEADLINE JULY 11 • MISSION IS NOVEMBER 10–17 • REGISTER ONLINE AT CUMCSL.ORG/HAITI

Are you looking for a spiritual adventure? Are you ready to experience the joy of serving outside your comfort zone? If so, I have the mission for you!

I am leading our fourth mission to Haiti on November 10 through 17.

On previous missions, God has touched our hearts so deeply that many members of our previous teams are going back, but we can take a team of up to 10 members and we need a few more servants to join us.

What will we do? Where will we go? We will not know until closer to our departure date, but in the past our mission has included some building/ repair, crochet training for the local women, ministry to the Haitian children, and amazing worship. This has always been a moving experience, and I can guarantee you will not return home untouched.

We expect the trip's cost to be about $1,800 per person but we have historically offset nearly two-thirds of that cost through successful fundraising. Registration is now open at cumcsl.org/haiti. Spaces are limited so please sign up before they are all gone. Deadline is July 11, as our first team meeting will be held on July 14 at 7 pm!

Bondye beni ou! (God bless you!) Questions? Contact Bob Sime at rsime@ comcast.net or 281.755.1936.

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FORT BEND SENIORS MEALS ON WHEELS ACTIVE ALL YEAR

Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels (FBSMOW) is committed to helping seniors in our area to remain independent by enhancing their quality of life through services and resources. FBSMOW is one of Fort Bend County's oldest non-profit agencies, and serves approximately 1,000 hot meals daily to seniors, 60 years and older. FBSMOW provides comprehensive services and programs including home delivery of hot meals to homebound seniors, congregate meals, emergency shelf-stable meals, transportation, case management, telephone reassurance, health screenings, information and referral services, and social activities.

If you can spare an hour or two each week, we can use your help to deliver hot meals to seniors in our community or assist with other senior activities. Please contact Sue Lang at 281.980.6074 or slang26@comcast.net for more information on how you can help this wonderful ministry.

CARE TEAM, HEARTS OF GRACE, ALTAR PRAYER TEAM OPENINGS

Has God given you a compassionate heart? Do you have the gift of connecting others with God’s love? Are you able to bear another’s burdens in confidence and Christian love? Have you completed your SERVE form, but still feel God nudging you to let your compassionate heart care for others? Then, consider becoming an Altar Prayer Partner, a Care Team member, or a Hearts of Grace intercessor. Altar Prayer Partners serve in the 8:15 and 11:05 am Sanctuary services. They come and stand behind the rail, ready to pray with any who kneel and open their hands to receive prayer. Care Team members gather on Monday mornings to receive Sunday’s prayer requests and follow up with those who submitted them for as long as the support of prayer and presence is needed. Hearts of Grace members meet together and pray on Wednesday mornings, interceding on behalf of those who are suffering from sickness, grief, despair, anxiety, and other needs.

These ministries are all vitally important to the life and health of our congregation. To learn more contact Rev. Linda Summers Pierce at lindasp@cumcsl.org or Sandy White at sandyw@cumcsl.org.

PRAYER SHAWL TEAM MONDAYS AND FRIDAYS • 9 AM • VOLUNTEER CENTER

Join members of all ages as they create tangible expressions of the prayers of our church for those needing comfort, healing, assurance, and presence. You are welcome on Mondays and/or Fridays. If you don’t know how to knit or crochet, we will teach you. Contact Jan Randolph at jan@cumcsl.org for more information.

GROW IT’S A MATCH STEPHEN MINISTRY

Matching is an important part of what Stephen Ministry is all about.

Following completion of Stephen Ministry training, those who are interested in serving are matched with the best care receiver for them. Those who need care are matched with the best caregiver for them.

Find out whether becoming a Stephen Minister is a match for your personal goals for a serving ministry by contacting Sally McKnight at 713.306.1719.

If enough interest is expressed, a training class in this one-to-one Christian caregiving program may start this fall.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY - THE STORM INSIDE THURSDAYS, JULY 10–SEPTEMBER 4 • 9:30–11:30 AM • LIBRARY

We all face storms in life. These storms many times devastate us and leave us torn apart and beyond recognition. Heartbreak. Fear. Regret. Insecurity.

Shame. When these emotions well up inside us, it’s difficult to believe we will make it through. God offers us a way through the storm.

Register online at www.cumcsl.org/women for the women’s Bible study, The Storm Inside, by Sheila Walsh. $20 registration fee covers cost of study guide. Contact Kim Ripley at 281.690.4765 or kimr@cumcsl.org with your questions.

PASTOR’S BIBLE STUDY - GOSPEL OF MARK SUNDAYS, JULY 20–AUGUST 24 • 6–7:30 PM • ROOMS 11/12

Our interim pastor, Rev. Stan Warfield, will be leading an evening Bible study on the Gospel of Mark beginning July 20. All are welcome!

Need childcare? Make your reservation at least 48 hours in advance using the childcare hotline at 281.980.6888, ext. 4784, or contact Kim Ripley at kimr@cumcsl.org.

SATURDAY MORNING MEN'S BIBLE STUDY SATURDAYS • 8–9:30 AM • VOLUNTEER CENTER

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES 8:30 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES CRUSADERS

Open to all ages with a participatory format and biblically based studies.

Meets in the Bride’s Room.

9:45 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES ADVENTURERS

Consists of members ages 30 and up, with and without children. Discussionoriented, studying a variety of biblical topics applicable to daily life.

Enjoys fellowship, mission projects and social activities. Meets in Rooms 302/303 of the Family Life Center.

AXIOM - YOUNG ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL For those in college and early on in their careers, aged 18 - 35ish. Meets in Room 312 of the Family Life Center.

BARNABAS

Consists of adults, 50 years and older, who are united by a shared belief in Christ and seek to provide encouragement to others, both within and outside the class. Meets in the Chapel.

CELEBRATE SINGLES SUNDAY SCHOOL

Open to all singles of any age, with and without children. Enjoys discussionoriented Bible studies. Meets in Room 309 of the Family Life Center.

COUPLES FOR CHRIST

Consists of married couples in their 20’s - 40’s with or without children. A relaxed, yet engaging class that provides Christ-centered fellowship, support, and opportunities for service. Meets in the Bride’s Room (across from Sanctuary).

GRACE ABOUNDS

Welcomes people from all ages and stages of life (married, single, solo on Sunday) including those at different places in their spiritual journey (believers or seekers). Participatory format. Delves into scriptural truths and seeks to grow the faith of its members. Meets in Room 301 of the Family Life Center.

GRACE NOTES

Allows members of the Chancel Choir to attend a Sunday School class and still participate in the Music Ministry of Christ Church. While the class is geared towards Choir members, everyone is welcome. Meets in the Resource Library.

H.O.P.E. 24/7 (HEAR OUR PRAYERS EVERYDAY 24/7)

Come join our Bible-based men's group and experience Christian fellowship, discussion, and study. Don't forget your Bible and coffee mug! All men are welcome!

Name reflects class’ focus on prayer. Discussion-oriented studies cover a range of topics to encourage spiritual growth. Socials and missions round out activities for members, who are in their 40’s - 70’s. Meets in Room 311 of the Family Life Center.

BROWN BAG BIBLE STUDY WITH REV. WARFIELD WEDNESDAYS STARTING JULY 16 • 12–1 PM • VOLUNTEER CENTER AND GATHERING HALL

JUBILEE

All are invited to bring a lunch and join our interim senior pastor, Rev. Stan Warfield, on Wednesdays for a Bible study on the upcoming Sunday service’s Scriptures. Don’t take a summer vacation from growing in God’s Word! Beverages will be provided, and no registration is required.

Made up of mature individuals, age 65 - 90+, who enjoy the fellowship of others and hope to continue to grow in their faith through Bible-based studies. Thought-provoking lessons presented by Jan Randolph. Meets in Rooms 11/12.

SEEKERS

Couples, singles, and those solo on Sunday (mixed ages) that concentrate on Bible study, missions and fellowship. Lively discussion always included.

Meets in Room 308 of the Family Life Center.

TGIS (THANK GOD IT’S SUNDAY)

Made up of couples and singles of all ages who enjoy lively discussion and fellowship. Topics range from Bible study to contemporary issues and books. Meets in the Scout Shack.

WEAVERS

Made up of marrieds and singles, ages 55+, dedicated to Bible study, fellowship and service. Meets in the Library (upstairs across from the Sanctuary).

Can't make it to worship in person?

Then, join us for worship online. http://www.cumcsl.org/stream Sanctuary Services broadcast live on Sunday at 8:15 am, 9:45 am and 11:05 am, and services in the hub broadcast live on Sunday at 11 am.

WOMEN’S CLASS

Made up of women of all ages whether married, single, widowed or divorced. Engages primarily in Bible-based studies and service projects.

Meets in Room 307 of the Family Life Center.

LAST CLASS ON THE RIGHT

A new adult Sunday School class has formed, with the objectives of deepening our knowledge of God’s Word and strengthening our community of faith. Meets in room 310 (last classroom on the right) of the Family Life Center.

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CHRIST CHURCH STAFF

Welcome to our Intentional Interim, Rev. Stan Warfield SUNDAY, JULY 13

Please join us in welcoming our intentional interim pastor, Sunday, July 13, 2014, at a reception following every worship service in the Volunteer Center.

Rev. Stan Warfield, Intentional Interim Minister Rev. Linda Summers Pierce, Executive Pastor Rev. Dan Conway, Exec. Associate Pastor - GROW Ministries Rev. Preston Morgan, Executive Associate Pastor Roland Huysman, Executive Director - Operations Helen Ford, Communications Coordinator/Designer Kate Flint, Director - Children & Family Ministries Todd Harris, Director - 412 Youth Ministries Jan Randolph, Director - Older Adult Ministries Lahonda Sharp, Director - Music & Fine Arts Renee Teel, Director - Mission Ministries Beth Carter, Director - Christ Church School For a complete staff listing, please visit our website at www. cumcsl.org/staff

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THE HEARTBEAT

8:15 - Contemporary • 9:45 & 11:05 - Traditional • 11:00 - the hub

PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS . . . Steve Fortenberry’s dad, Camille Baldwin, Kirk Lee’s father, Helen Yesudas, Steve Schubarth, Reba McNally’s daughter-in-law’s father, Susan Jaroszewski’s friend, Bill Stoltz’ mother, Brenda DeBlance, Ruby Pruitt’s great-granddaughter, Tony Wilson’s co-worker, Debbie Meier’s sister-in-law’s friend, Matthew Volkin, Burke Randolph’s friend’s husband, Kira Halcarz, Susan Brubaker’s friend’s aunt, Pam Stubbs, Mary McCaine’s brother, Michael Sonier’s father, Doug Raven’s mother, Barbara Gratz Burnham’s brother, Vicki Alexander’s friend, Jill Curtis’ father and brother, Bishop Huie’s grandson, Janice Gilbert’s friend, Debbie Meier’s friend, Sally Lentakis’ friend, Boyd Bluestein’s friend, Dee Bock, Barbara Burnham’s friend, Barbara Burnham’s son, granddaughter & mission.

JOYS . . . Buddy Blair, Mary Osterloh’s friend, Betty Clark’s friends, Cathy Buhrke, Tom Bittenbender’s niece, Camille Baldwin, Robert Crenshaw’s friends, Laura Driscoll, Lori Matthews’ aunt, Amy Lewis’ brother, Connie Hagler’s brother-in-law, Sandy & Courtney White’s son, Flo Lea, Pat Matthews, Aimee Schultheis’ cousin, Wes & Ellie Whiddon’s grandson, Anita Samuel’s friend.

CHRIST CHURCH EXTENDS ITS SYMPATHY TO . . . the Panozzo family on the death of Lisa’s father, the Waedemon family on the death of Betty’s sister-in-law, the family and friends of Ed Truitt, and Cheryl Tannehill on the death of her stepfather.

SHARE YOUR JOYS AND CONCERNS WITH US Your pastoral staff and leaders of Christ Church’s Member Care Ministries want to share in your joys and concerns. You might not know this, but hospitals do not contact churches – even when you give them your church name, address, and contact information. Part of this is due to HIPPA laws. So whether you’re about to enter the hospital or you’re celebrating the birth of a baby, please call Sandy White in the church office at 281.980.6888. She will forward your message to the pastors and appropriate member care ministry leaders.

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