The Connection May 2012

MAY.2012

IN THIS EDITION A SPECIAL THANK YOU

BY REV. MIKE MAYHUGH (PAGE.2) SWIMMING IN GOD’S GRACE

BY ROBERT MCBURNETT (PAGE.3) UNITED METHODIST MOMENT

BY REV. LINDA SUMMERS PIERCE (PAGE.4) SAY “YES” TO SERVING

BY REV. LINDA SUMMERS PIERCE (PAGE.5) SABBATICAL, CHAPTER 2

BY REV. LINDA SUMMERS PIERCE (PAGE.9)

SOMETIMES WE ARE HELPERS;

SOMETIMES WE NEED HELP.

A SPECIAL

T H A N K YO U

BY REV. MIKE MAYHUGH SENIOR PASTOR

The Catch Up Campaign was a huge success, and we have caught up! Our goal for the campaign was to receive $166,000, and we received just under $200,000! Praise God! Thank you to everyone who helped us out. You are truly a wonderful congregation, and I appreciate you all so very much!

WOULD YOU LIKE SOMEONE TO WALK WITH YOU? In Galatians 6, Paul tells us to “carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” At Christ Church our Stephen Ministers have been trained and organized to do just that. They provide confidential, one-to-one care, prayer and support to those who are going through a difficult time. If you would like more information on how a Stephen Minister might walk through those hard times with you, contact referrals coordinator Sally McKnight at 713.306.1719.

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I am also so very proud of the congregation for parking off site to make room for our 103 first time visitors and 250 ongoing visitors. We had a wonderful celebration of Christ’s resurrection with over 2,500 people attending one of 5 different worship services.

It took every one of us working hard to make this happen! So my hat is off to all of you who made the day such a grand Easter.

I am overwhelmed by the extravagant generosity of your time, talents, gifts, and services! God’s glory was revealed mightily through you! Christ is Risen!

Happily yours,

SWIMMING IN

G O D ’ S G R AC E

BY ROBERT MCBURNETT

I have heard this story in many forms over the years, usually to illustrate the fact that we are often chasing ourselves silly in pursuit of something we believe to be in short supply that in reality is quite abundant. It speaks to our human nature to be fearful of what might happen “out there” in the future, when often the solution exists all around us.

I began thinking the other day that this is the way it is with God’s grace. We hear the fishers of men (pastors) extolling the essential nature of God’s grace – that we will die if we remain outside His grace, and this discussion sends many hearers off in a frantic search for God’s grace.

Like the young fish, we begin searching, frantically seeking for something that was all around us all along. We get the idea that we must somehow obtain it. We also get the misguided idea that it is in short supply and if we don’t secure our fair share, it will be used up by others and we will be left without.

Like water to the fish, God’s grace surrounds us.

It is all around us. We breathe it in and breathe it out. We literally f loat in it all day, every day. It is so ubiquitous that we rarely notice its existence.

Only when we move into the shallow areas or try to extricate ourselves from our natural environment do we notice it being in short supply. Grace abounds and buoys us up. Grace is the primary component of our being. We were specifically designed to f loat in it constantly. We can’t lose it. We can’t escape it. We can, however, deprive ourselves of its lifesustaining qualities.

Like the young fish, we need to relax, soak it in, and appreciate it for what it is. We need to be thankful that a loving God saw our need and provided for it without even having to be asked. We need to rest in the comfort that it is abundant and there is more than enough to meet the needs of all the fish in the lake.

God knew our nature and cared enough to provide us His grace. It is there for the taking. We don’t have to earn it, accumulate it, or store it up. It is here today, tomorrow and into the future. Swimming in the warmth of His grace is what we were designed to do.

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A young fish was swimming under the boat when he overheard two fishermen discussing the weather and their fears of a coming drought in the summer. One of them remarked that if they couldn’t assure a steady supply of water, surely everything in the region would die. The second fisherman agreed saying, “It’s a known fact that everything will die without water.” This sent the fish into a tailspin. He didn’t know what water was, but he was certain that he had better secure some right away. He swam frantically all over the lake seeking water. He breathlessly asked the other fish if they knew where he could get water, but they did not. He even mustered all his strength and swam through the rapids and over the dam in his quest, to no avail. Exhausted and exasperated, he returned home in great despair. Along came one of the lake elders and found him in this state.

“What has you so frazzled, little one?” he inquired.

“I’ve been all over this lake and the next one, too, searching for water. If we don’t find some soon, we will all surely die.” “Well,” the senior fish asked, “Do you know what water is? What it looks like?”

“No.” replied the young fish, “That is the most frustrating part. Not only can’t I find any, I don’t even know what it looks like.” The senior fish then patted him on the head with his pectoral fin and said, “Fear not, little one. Water is all around us.

It is what all us fish swim in every day. It is all around us and never leaves us.”

UNITED METHODIST MOMENT

Connected through Conferencing

BY REV. LINDA SUMMERS PIERCE EXECUTIVE ASSOCIATE PASTOR

“And the twelve called together the whole community of disciples. . .” Acts 6:2a “The apostles and elders met together to consider this matter.” Acts 15:6 This is a General Conference year in The United Methodist Church. General Conference meets every four years and convenes the legislative body of our denomination. Delegates are elected in every Annual Conference and Central Conference in their sessions the year before this conference is set to meet. Between April 24 and May 4, some 600 to 1,000 delegates (made up of equal clergy and lay representation) will gather in Tampa, Florida. They will address every petition submitted for consideration (literally, thousands) and make decisions related to The Book of Discipline (our United Methodist book of law), determine organizational and/or structural changes, set budgets, establish goals for mission outreach and deliver statements on behalf of the whole church.

This is also the year that Jurisdictional Conference will meet. Our jurisdiction, the South Central Jurisdiction, is made up of the Annual Conferences in the following eight states: Texas (5 separate Annual Conferences in Texas), New Mexico, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska, and Kansas. This body will meet in mid-July. Bryan Tullos of Christ Church is an elected delegate. He and the other delegates will be electing bishops from among those lifted up by the separate Annual Conferences as their “candidates.”

From Wesley’s day, and through all the years since he convened the first Christmas Conference, Methodists have understood themselves to be part of a connected community that needed to come together regularly and “confer” in order to decide together what to do together for the good of the whole. This plan wasn’t Wesley’s creation but a continuation of what the church had done from the beginning. (See the verses from Acts.) “Conferencing,” with its guarantee of a basic democratic process, still undergirds our denomination and insures that policy decisions are in the hands of the conference body, not in the hands of bishops. This doesn’t mean there won’t ever be disagreements or

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debates or that news reports on the more controversial decisions won’t disturb members; it just means that at the end of the day, the conference body will complete its tasks, and their recommendations and decisions will then be addressed in the Annual Conferences.

No big changes will ever happen in this denomination without the support of the Annual Conferences.

There are several big decisions before this session of General Conference. You can read about them online by searching “General Conference, The United Methodist Church.” It looks like the budget will be smaller, some significant down-sizing will occur in the denomination’s general-level boards and agencies, and ordained clergy will have to be effective in order to continue to be appointed. Significant emphasis will be placed on improving global health, ministering to those in poverty, revitalizing congregations in decline, and developing leaders with strong Christian principles, all good things. The main mission of the denomination will not change: United Methodists are called to “make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.”

As those in the early church saw the need to come together and “confer” in order to stay “connected” in their mission of sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ, so we, too, continue to “confer” for the same purpose.

Please join me in praying for all these conferences, including our own Annual Conference which will take place at the Galveston Convention Center in early June. Pray for those who have been elected to represent us and for the guidance of God’s Holy Spirit toward decisions that support the calling of sharing the Good News of the gospel of Jesus Christ and partnering with Him in transforming this world.

Finally, should you find yourself tempted to focus solely on the controversial stories which will break on the morning and evening news, go online and read the Daily Christian Advocate, a magazine which will do a more thorough job of reporting the work of General Conference. Stay connected through conferencing.

We will be publishing periodic articles on our United Methodist heritage and beliefs. If you have a topic you would like addressed, please send your requests to Karen LaMotta at KarenL@cumcsl.org.

Jesus Christ these three important questions: “What is the plan of your life, the one life God has entrusted to you? Are you investing it in a ministry which gives priority to working with people? Do you have your person or your small group in whom and through whom you are multiplying yourself?”

God has blessed all of us with “many wonderful gifts” and we’re to use those gifts in the service of others in ways that bear fruit and lead others to follow Christ. The mission of the United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world and our mission as Christ Church is to be people helping people find fullness in Christ. By exercising our God-given gifts in the service of others, we not only lead people to fullness in Christ, we also deepen our own and others’ commitments to Jesus Christ. We not only multiply Christ’s presence through our efforts, we also strengthen our leadership and Christ’s leadership through us, nurturing new leaders who, in turn, will exercise their God-given gifts for the same purpose. This is why God gives us gifts in the first place. They are to bear this kind of fruit.

BY REV. LINDA SUMMERS PIERCE EXECUTIVE ASSOCIATE PASTOR

“Each of you has been blessed with one of God’s many wonderful gifts to be used in the service of others. So use your gift well.”

1 Peter 4:10, Contemporary English Version

In the last paragraph of Robert E. Coleman’s book The Master Plan of Evangelism, he asks every disciple of

Our strategy for bearing fruit as a church is to WORSHIP, CONNECT, GROW and SERVE. It’s through worship that we connect with others in meaningful opportunities for growth and service, all of which bear amazing fruit as our God-given gifts are exercised on Christ’s behalf. Because each facet of our strategy is critically important for leading others to fullness in Christ, each one will receive its own time of special emphasis throughout the year. This means we are dividing our regular annual STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN into four separate campaigns. The first one to be emphasized will be SERVE. Our SERVE CAMPAIGN will begin April 22 and continue through SERVE SUNDAY, MAY 6. Our GROW CAMPAIGN will begin in mid-July and will lead to a time of commitment on GROW/PROMOTION SUNDAY, AUGUST 26.

Our WORSHIP CAMPAIGN will begin on the first Sunday of Advent and lead to our celebration of CHRISTMAS. In October, in between GROW and WORSHIP, we will hold our annual campaign for financial commitments.

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WHEN WE SAY “YES!” TO SERVING, WE SAY “YES!” TO CHRIST

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We are currently in our SERVE CAMPAIGN. As in the past, a comprehensive list of all the opportunities for service is available on-line or via a hard copy booklet at the church. The ministry listings include a C or an S notation to clarify between: 1) opportunities for service during the calendar year; and 2) opportunities for service during the school year.

week and every month to make 300 to 400 Member Care contacts. On any given Sunday, our Children’s and Youth ministry areas require over 100 servants to nurture disciples-in-the-making. An additional 100 to 150 are needed to support summer Children’s and Youth ministries. 20 to 25 servants are needed throughout the school year to help make disciples in Adult Sunday School and small groups.

We’re asking you to do the following:

Opportunities in worship include everything from singing to reading to ushering to preparing and serving Communion. In addition to the musicians, at least 24 to 30 out-front and behind-the-scenes servants are needed every Sunday, with twice that number needed on Communion Sundays. And every Sunday, at least a dozen servants are needed to welcome all of us to worship, providing a warm and hospitable environment for connecting with each other. In fact, choosing to serve on Sundays first is a great way to begin serving Christ’s church.

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acknowledge the gifts God has given you

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determine how you will serve Christ in His church, our neighborhoods, and the world

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invest in a ministry that gives priority to working with people (invest in discipling)

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say “YES!” to SERVING by completing the form provided in this newsletter***

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return your completed form on SERVE SUNDAY, MAY 6th

In our 16 Christ Church sponsored mission outreach efforts alone, 33 leaders and over 900 servants are needed every year. Many servants are needed every

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When we say “Yes!” to serving, we say “Yes!” to Christ! We say “Yes!” to God’s plan for our life, “Yes!” to investing in a ministry that gives priority to serving others, and “Yes!” to becoming the vessel through whom Christ will be able to complete His work on earth, transforming this world. How will you SERVE CHRIST – in His church, in our neighborhoods, and in the world? Say “Yes!” on SERVE SUNDAY, MAY 6. ***Please note: Please check every ministry in which you choose to SERVE, even if you are presently serving in that ministry. Complete the form as if you are seeing it for the first time. Thank you.

My Plan to Serve Christ When we say “Yes!” to serving, we say “Yes!” to Christ. After praying for discernment of God’s plan for your life, please complete this form, and bring it with you to worship on SERVE Sunday, May 6th. You may also return your form to the SERVE basket in the church workroom. There are SERVE Ministry Guides available at the church or online at www.cumcsl.org/serve if you need more information regarding these service opportunities.

Name: _________________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________ Email: ____________________________________ By checking the boxes below, I commit to serve by continuing my involvement with, or becoming involved in, the following ministries:

Adult Grow Ministry

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Curriculum Review Team Library Assistant Long-term Study Teacher Short-term Study Teacher

Adult Grow Groups

Alpha Support Team Celebrate Singles Team DivorceCare Team Emmaus Retreat Team Family Ministry Team HomeGroup Host Marriage Enrichment Team Men’s Ministry Team Piecemakers Sunday School Class Leader Sunday School Roving Teacher United Methodist Men Women’s Ministry Team Young Adult Ministry Team

Children’s

Sunday School Teacher (18

mos – 5th Grade) Rotation Workshop Teacher (1st & 2nd Grade) Sunday School Coordinator (Age/Grade Level)

Substitute Teacher (18 mos

– 5 Grade) Mission Coordinator (4th & 5th Grade) Summer Sunday School Team Children’s Kiosk Check-In Assistant Wee Worship Team (3 yr old – Kindergarten) “Girl Time” Leader (4th or 5th Grade) “Guy and Dad Time” Leader (4th & 5th Grade) 5th Grade “Girlz” Bible Study Leader MOPS Steering Team Special Events Team Member UW Sports Camp Volunteer VBS Leadership Team VBS Volunteer Volunteer Breakfast Coordinator th

Church Administration

Board of Trustees Endowment Fund Committee Finance Committee Staff Parish Relations

Church Operations Helping Angels Telephone Assistant

Media Production / Communications

Camera Communications Support Photography Production Sound (Sanctuary) Sound (the hub) Visuals (Sanctuary) Visuals (the hub)

Missions

Acts of Mercy Repair

Ministry Angel Tree Disaster Relief East Fort Bend Human Needs Fort Bend Family Promise Garden Ministry Gifts Unto Others H.O.M.E. Project Habitat for Humanity Haiti Missions Help the Hurting Holley Elementary

Manna Bags Meals on Wheels Mexico Missions Restorative Justice Ministry S.O.S. School Supplies Soles for Souls

Music & Fine Arts Adults Chancel Choir Joyful Noise Choir Festival Choir Singing Churchmen Women’s Choir Handbells: Jubilation

Ringers Handbells: Joy Bells Handbells: Senior Ringers Praise Band Instrumentalist Music Office Volunteer Praise Dancer Sacred Harp Ensemble Theater Arts / Drama Visual Arts

Children Children’s Choir / Chimes

Parent Helper Costume Coordinator Prop Coordinator - Musicals Administrative Volunteer

Older Adult

Caring Card Correspondent ENCORE! Cooking Team ENCORE! Planning Team ENCORE! Luncheon Theme Team Homebound Visitation

JOY! Planning Team Prayer Shawl Team Retirement Community/

Assisted Living Facility Bible Study Leader

Outreach

Christ Corner Bookstore Community Outreach Greeters Hospitality Muggers New Member Shepherd Parking Lot Ministry Sunday Receptionist Welcome Call Team Welcome Center

Prayer, Care and Support

Altar Prayer Partner Care Team Cookie Angels Cooking Crew Grace in Grief Funeral Ministry Hearts of Grace Prayer Group Pray Now! Stephen Ministry Telephone Buddies

Worship

Sanctuary Acolyte Acolyte Coordinator Advent/Christmas

Decorating Coordinator

Altar Flower Delivery Altar Guild Communion Coordinator Communion Server Communion Prep Healing Prayer Service Lay Reader Coordinator Lay Reader Sanctuary Care Coordinator Sanctuary Care Usher Coordinator Usher the hub

Communion Server Hospitality Lay Reader Prayer Team Usher

Youth

Adult & Youth Helper Confirmation Teacher Drama Team Member Care Team Mission Trip Counselor Multimedia Team Parent Office Helper Praise Team Prayer Team Retreat Trip Counselor Sports & Recreation Team Welcome Team Youth Communion Server Youth Lay Reader Youth Ministry Discipleship Team Coordinator Youth SS Coordinator Youth SS Teacher & Assistant Teacher

“Each of you has been blessed with one of God’s many wonderful gifts to be used in the service of others. So use your gift well.”

-1 Peter 4:10 (Contemporary English Version)

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SABBATICAL, CHAPTER 2

BY REV. LINDA SUMMERS PIERCE EXECUTIVE ASSOCIATE PASTOR

With this advice, and not much more, I began the process of discernment through prayer, study, and numerous conversations with family, friends, and colleagues. Two things were very clear to me: 1) I wanted time with grandchildren; and 2) I needed time alone. Extended time with the grandchildren would definitely “make my heart sing,” and time alone would grant me the solitude I needed to reconnect with the One who inspires all singing.

I also had a dream that someday I might visit the monastic community on the Isle of Iona off the western coast of Scotland. This community has had a profound inf luence on my understanding of worship. My spouse, Bob, had a dream of his own, and I wanted to honor it if I could. His dream was to return to England and celebrate dinner with me at “High Table” at Trinity College in Cambridge, a privilege afforded him because he had once been a student there. Of course there were other things on my bucket list: returning to South Africa for three months of missionary service, tagging along with a National Geographic crew while they trekked across the Galapagos Islands, building a simple, but permanent, home for my disabled son, and on and on. I hardly knew where to begin.

After considering my spouse’s needs and our family’s needs, a proposal began to take shape in my heart, one that revolved around the theme of “worship.” Gradually the pieces came together. In July, we’ll be in San Antonio, living in community with our children and grandchildren in a large rental property. In the mornings, I’ll work with the children on designing worship that speaks to their age and stage of spiritual development. We’ll visit the “fun” local attractions during the day, and read and tell lots of stories at night after a meal together and time of “family worship.” In August, Bob and I will travel to Great Britain where we will live in monastic community on Iona for about 10 days. Though we’ll be in separate quarters while there, we’ll see each other during the five times of worship each day, and

we’ll be able to attend classes together. From Iona, Scotland, we’ll go to England, and follow in John Wesley’s footsteps while we see the sights and make arrangements for dinner at Trinity College. Finally, in September, I’ll travel to Oregon where I’ll be joined by my youngest son. He and I will hike the northernmost portion of the Pacific Crest Trail. I wanted to take this hike alone, but my family frowned upon that idea, so he’s promised to accompany me as a “silent” partner, who has permission, of course, to steer me in the right direction and alert me to the presence of hungry, wild things. I hope to draw deeply from the wellsprings of God’s Spirit while on the trail. Allison Thummel has been graciously serving as my trainer for this hike, and I am deeply indebted to her for her skill, persistence, and, most of all, for her patience.

There are many details yet to be addressed with regard to the sabbatical itself, and many bases to cover here at the church. Whatever time I can find in the next ten weeks will be spent securing volunteer help with worship leadership and member care support. You may receive a letter from me inviting you to offer the pastoral prayer in worship or lead a team in shortterm planning. If you’re willing to serve in those or other capacities, I hope you’ll respond so dates may be scheduled. There are 42 worship services to cover, and meetings and planning sessions too numerous to count. Rev. Glenn Morrison has already agreed to serve as the pastoral care minister in my absence for which he’ll be compensated with grant money.

In fact, he agreed before the grant application was mailed. (Thank you, Glenn.) Another retired pastor in our congregation may also be able to serve in some capacity. In the meantime David Daniels has been asked to research Christian bands for a concert here at Christ Church to help us celebrate the conclusion of the fall Stewardship Campaign. $4,500 of grant money will be used to make this concert possible.

I ask for your prayers as plans progress – and especially, as they don’t progress. Though I’m not opposed to “following my nose” when it comes to setting out on my own adventures, I don’t want to leave the church and her staff without needed support. Please join me in praying that God will provide every worship leader and member care supporter we need.

Grace and Peace, Linda Note: This is the second of several chapters that will be shared regarding Linda Summers Pierce’s sabbatical this July through September. people helping people find fullness in Christ worship • connect • grow • serve

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A sabbatical funded by the Lilly Endowment may take many forms. Those who read the applications and choose the recipients are not looking for any one specific model. But they are looking for applicants who can “think outside the box” as they answer the question, “What will make your heart sing?” Past recipients have used the time for everything from uninterrupted reading and study to visiting remote places of beauty. Some have chosen to be with family; others to be alone. As the possibilities are endless, there is no one “right” proposal. The best proposals are well-researched, balanced, and sensible.

WORSHIP 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 • 6:30 PM • FAMILY LIFE CENTER GYM CELEBRATING HOLY COMMUNION

• All services, every first Sunday • Every Sunday in the Chapel, 8:00 to 8:15 am • Every Sunday in the hub, 11:15 to 11:30 am

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

God is always ready to heal our hurts and mend our broken hearts.

The grace and goodness of God’s mercies are without end, and God never grows weary of hearing from his hurting children. May’s Healing Prayer service will be held at 7 pm in the Sanctuary on May 8. Come and encounter Christ the Healer.

SENIOR RECOGNITION SUNDAY SUNDAY, MAY 20

All graduating seniors, and their families, are invited to join us at the 11:05 am service in the Sanctuary or in the hub at the 11 am service on Sunday, May 20. The class of 2012 will be recognized at the services, followed by a cake and punch reception in the Gathering Hall and Volunteer Center. For more details, check your mailbox for an invitation regarding the event, or go to www.cumcsl. org/youth. RSVP on or before Friday, May 11 to Joan Hastreiter at joan@cumcsl.org.

THE WORSHIPFUL WORK OF SERVING

The entire Body of Christ benefits whenever anyone serves Christ with their worshipful work. Becoming Christ’s servant in worship is one way to complete Christ’s work in the world. Christ needs persons to tend to His table, preparing it for Communion and administering His body and blood. Christ needs persons to assist in reading God’s Word and welcoming all who come to worship Him. Christ needs persons to share their ministries of prayer and their gift of singing. How will you serve Christ in your church? Commit to the worshipful work of serving Christ on Serve Sunday, May 6. (To learn about all the opportunities related to worship, contact Sandy White or Linda Summers Pierce.)

WORD OF THANKS!

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The Worship Planning Team would like to say a special word of “thanks” to all those who helped make our celebrations of Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday welcoming and meaningful for everyone who attended. “Thank You!” to all the children who increased our Palm Sunday joy! “Thank You!” to the cast, crew, and costume-stitchers (Piecemakers) who made our Maundy Thursday tableau possible! “Thank You!” to our Choir and musicians for a heartfelt Good Friday service and a glorious Easter celebration! And, finally, “Thank You!” to every Easter at the Creek volunteer who chose to serve at the church this year! Your help and hospitality were greatly appreciated in the Sanctuary and the Family Life Center. Because of your leadership and involvement, our church has been blessed. So we thank God for your willingness to serve in ways that helped all here experience fullness in Christ, our resurrected Savior!

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CONNECT ATTENTION YOUNG ADULTS (YES YOU, HOME FROM COLLEGE FOR THE SUMMER). WE HAVE SOME FUN EVENTS COMING UP THIS SUMMER: APRIL 28 • BOWLING AT STAFFORD LANES • 7 PM MAY 26 • POOL/GAME PARTY • KELLY RICE’S HOUSE

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We are also planning a trip to Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels in June. Contact Stephanie Spratt at stephanie.spratt08@gmail. com for more information. Stop by and see us every Sunday at 9:45 in the Gym for donuts, great discussion and Bible study.

LAS MANOS NIGHT AT SPRING CREEK BBQ MONDAY, APRIL 30 • 5 - 9 PM • SPRING CREEK BBQ

Come on out to support the Las Manos Youth mission team.

We are heading to Jamaica this summer, and Spring Creek will donate 20% of the evening’s proceeds to the mission’s efforts.

Come have a great meal, join in the fellowship, and support the Las Manos team. Spring Creek BBQ is located at 4895 Hwy 6, Missouri City. Hope to see you there!

ENCORE! WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 • 11 AM - 1:30 PM • SANCTUARY AND GATHERING HALL

Join us for the Christ Church Variety Show presented by talented older adults and staff members. Worship is at 11 am in the Sanctuary followed by a fellowship meal in the Gathering Hall.

The program will be in the Sanctuary after lunch. $7 donation.

Pre-registration is required for the meal and closes April 29.

Reserve your space by emailing jan@cumcsl.org.

MEN’S LUNCH THURSDAY, MAY 10 • 11:30 AM • SPRING CREEK BBQ

Men of all ages, join the Older Adult Men for lunch and fellowship at Spring Creek BBQ. This is a wonderful cross-generational event as well as a great way to find out what is going on in our community and beyond.

OLDER ADULT GAME DAY WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 • 10:30 AM - 1 PM ROOMS 11/12

Want to play? Invite a friend, bring a sack lunch and gather with us for some fun. We play a variety of games, including Bridge and Mexican Train. Lunch includes a round table discussion of scripture and faith.

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We are the eyes and ears of Jesus on earth today. It is our privilege to be watching and listening to people around us, recognizing when they have needs for care. If you find someone with a need, listen and care. If you find the need is something greater than you can provide, tell the person about our Stephen Ministry program providing confidential one-on-one Christian care by trained Stephen Ministers. Have them contact the Referrals Coordinator, Sally McKnight at 713.306.1719 for more information. Jesus is depending on us to be his eyes and ears

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES 8:30 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES CRUSADERS

This class is composed of singles and couples of all ages with a participatory format and Bible-based studies. Meets in the Bride’s Room.

9:45 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES ADVENTURERS

This class consists of couples in their 30’s - 50’s, with children of all ages.

This group is a discussion-oriented class studying a variety of Biblical topics. We use study guides, videos, guest speakers and music to enhance our studies. Meets in room 302/303 in the Family Life Center.

BARNABAS

This class is a friendly community consisting of adults in their 40’s - 60’s united by a shared belief in Christ, seeking and providing encouragement to one another through prayer, Bible study, topical studies and lots of fellowship. Meets in the Chapel.

CELEBRATE SINGLES SUNDAY SCHOOL

All singles are invited to join us. Meets in room 309 in the Family Life Center.

COUPLES FOR CHRIST

This class consists of married couples in their 20’s - 40’s with or without children. It is 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

All ages and stages of life are welcome (married, single, single on Sunday).

This class has a participatory rather than lecture format. We love a great discussion! Study facilitators rotate among interested class members.

Meets in room 301 in the Family Life Center.

GRACE NOTES

This class is composed of choir members who love to study God’s word and discuss relevant issues. Meets in the Choir Room.

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

Our name reflects our focus on prayer. Discussion-oriented studies cover a range of topics to encourage spiritual growth. Socials and missions round out our activities for members, ages 40’s - 70’s. Meets in room 311 in the Family Life Center.

JUBILEE

This class is made up of mature individuals, ages 50+ who enjoy the fellowship of others and share in the nourishment gained from Bible-based studies. Lively discussions abound under the leadership of Jan Randolph.

Meets in rooms 11/12.

SEEKERS

This is a class of mixed ages with couples, singles, and single on Sundays that concentrates on Bible study, missions and lively discussion. Meets in room 308 in the Family Life Center.

STAGES

GROW ONE ROOM BOOK CLUB WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 • 9 AM • VOLUNTEER CENTER

This group meets once a month to discuss a book chosen at the previous meeting. If you enjoy reading and conversation about books, you are invited to join the One Room Book Club.

ONE DAY GOD’S HOUSE SATURDAY, JUNE 30 • 8 AM* - 3:30 PM *BREAKFAST BEGINS AT 7 AM

Join us for our next Carpenters Hands workday. Breakfast (beginning at 7 am) and lunch are included. Our day will begin at 8 am with a devotion. Crews will be made up of a mix of skill levels, with at least one or two members having prior experience. Our purpose is to beautify the church as well as add practical improvements to the facility that will enhance current usages. Types of work available include: cleaning (carpet and floors), patching and painting (interior and exterior), repairing drywall, cleaning out storage areas, shelving in storage areas, power washing, and refurbishing classrooms. Please sign up in advance if you are willing to help; this will help us plan our work crews and organize the work we hope to accomplish. You can sign up in the Ministry Center, online or by emailing Roland at roro@ cumcsl.org. This event is open to all adults as well as youth 12 and up (if accompanied by a parent). If you can’t attend, but you still want to support this effort, you can make a financial donation to help purchase supplies. Drop off a check in the church office (indicate “Carpenters Hands” in the memo line of your check), or you may donate online.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - REGISTER NOW

VBS 2012, Sky: Everything is Possible with God, is the week of June 11 through June 15. Children age 4 (by September 1, 2011) through 4th grade are invited to register. Looking for a place to serve? It takes about 100 adults and 100 youth to make this week happen so please consider volunteering. Childcare and pre-VBS available for children under 4 with volunteering parent. Online registration is available for children and volunteers at www.cumcsl.org. VBS is $30. Questions?

Contact Ingred Lathrop at 281.690.4748 or children@cumcsl.org.

WBSF- RUTH & ESTHER TUESDAY MORNING • VOLUNTEER CENTER

This class consists of single parents, remarried couples, and blended families, ages 30-50’s, exploring a mix of Biblical studies and contemporary issues. Meets in room 310 in the Family Life Center.

Debe Fannin will be leading a study on Ruth & Esther on Thursday mornings now through June 7. Join us at 9:30 in the Volunteer Center.

TGIS (THANK GOD IT’S SUNDAY)

WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH • VOLUNTEER CENTER

This class is 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.

THE HUB LIFEGROUP

From 9:45 - 10:45 in the Family Life Center Gym each Sunday morning.

Come explore God’s Word in a relaxed and comfortable setting.

WEAVERS

This class is made up of marrieds and singles, ages 55+, dedicated to Bible study, fellowship and service. This class is very mission-oriented. Meets in the Library (upstairs across from the Sanctuary).

WOMEN’S CLASS

This class is made up of women of all ages whether married, single, widowed or divorced. We primarily do Bible-based studies and various service projects. Meets in room 307 in the Family Life Center.

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Please join us as we read Old Testament Prophets for Today by Carolyn J. Sharp. We meet in the Volunteer Center the second Tuesday of the month at 7 pm. Contact Benita Sebesta at mbsebesta@sbcglobal.net or 281.732.2217 for more information.

FAA MUSICAL THEATER CAMP JULY 9 - 13 & 16 - 20 • 9 AM - 3 PM

The Fine Arts Academy will be offering a two-week Musical Theater Camp for 1st - 12th graders this summer. Camp will be held July 9 - 13 and July 16 - 20 from 9 am - 3 pm. Campers will prepare for two different plays: The Junior Ninja Force and Beware! The Midnight Hour!. The final performance on July 20 will include both 20-minute plays. Camp is $225; please contact us regarding the sibling discount (10% negotiable).

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

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITY LAKEVIEW DISTRICT CAMP JULY 9 - 13 • LAKEVIEW METHODIST CONFERENCE CENTER, PALESTINE, TX

Join us for a great week of fun this summer near Palestine, TX. Make new friends and catch up with some old ones. Grow in your faith and have fun! There are lots of activities, including the huge water slide, which is awesome! All youth who have completed 4th - 12th grades as of May 31, and adult chaperones are welcome. Early Bird Registration through April 30 is $265. May 1 - May 14 fees increase to $290. Adults are $150. The cost includes round-trip transportation to Palestine and camp fees. Registratiom deadline is Monday, May 14.

SUMMER CAMPS FOR KIDS 2012 JULY 30 - AUGUST 3

Looking for some fun summer activities? We have camps for children ages 3 through 5th grade. For a complete camp listing and registration instructions, please visit the church website! www.cumcsl.org/camp.

BEYOND THE GOLD SPORTS CAMP JULY 30 - AUGUST 3 • 5 - 8:15 PM

Children’s Ministries is excited to announce that UW Sports Ministry will be at Christ Church July 30 through August 3. Camp will include basketball, cheer, flag football, and soccer for children that have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade. A special Team 45 Camp will be available for Pre-K children (age 4 by 9/1/11). Registration is available online. Preparations are beginning now and there is much to be done between now and camp week. First on the agenda is to fill leadership roles. If you have an interest in sports and children, this is a great serve opportunity for you! We need a Camp Director (leadership skills a plus) and Coordinators for the following areas: Facilities, First Aid (medical background and/or first aid certified), Prayer, Registration, Security, Snack, Sports Flash. For complete job descriptions and/or more information please contact Kim Ripley at kimr@cumcsl.org or 281.690.4765.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SUNDAYS • 5 - 7:15 PM • GYM

All middle school youth (6th – 8th grade) are invited to join us in the Family Life Center Gym every Sunday night from 5 - 7:15 pm. We will begin with games, then move to a small group time and end with worship.

SAGE WEDNESDAY, MAY 9 • 12 - 1 PM • ROOMS 11/12

Christ Church and Sugar Land Methodist Hospital work together to present monthly seminars where specialists will come with a presentation about their field, preventive medicine recommendations, and the latest news in treatment options.

FIFTH WEDNESDAY SEMINAR PROTECTING ASSETS AND MEDICAID PLANNING WEDNESDAY, MAY 30 • NOON • ROOMS 11/12

This seminar is provided with older adults and care givers both in mind.

Julia Dean, a Sugar Land attorney, will present “Protecting Assets and Medicaid Planning.” This educational program is aimed at providing information seniors need to make informed choices.

OLDER ADULT FAITH AND FITNESS TUESDAYS AT 11 AM & FRIDAYS AT 9:30 AM • ROOMS 302/303

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

Participants are encouraged to focus on prayer, scripture and physical fitness (flexibility, balance, range of motion, strength and breathing). Monthly fee for 1 day a week is $15, 2 days a week is $30.

TROUPE D’ JOUR THEATER CAMP JUNE 18 - 29 • 9 AM - 3:30 PM

Join us for a day-camp for students in 2nd -12th grade who will be learning acting skills through study and performance of Shakespeare’s plays, taught by experienced theater artists and educators. There will be a final performance on June 29 at 7 pm. For more information or to register, call 281.734.8314 or www.troupedjour.com.

CHILDREN’S MUSICAL SUNDAY, APRIL 29 • 4 PM • SANCTUARY

Please come see our children’s choir in their spring musical performance of “BBQ for Ben” the story of the prodigal son – told only as children can!

Sunday, April 29 at 4pm in the Sanctuary and then join us for a pot luck dinner in the Gathering Hall.

HAVE YOU READ A GREAT BOOK LATELY?

If you’ve read a Christian book recently that you’d like to share with others, please consider submitting a book review to Christ Corner Bookstore.

Contact Tricia Baltazar for submissions or questions at ccb@cumcsl.org.

HIGH SCHOOL SUNDAYS • 6:15 - 8:30 PM • FLC

This is a great place for high school youth to hang out and relax together in Christian fellowship, Sundays from 6:15 - 8:30 pm in the Family Life Center.

High school students are invited to this weekly Bible study, Wednesday evenings from 7 - 8:30 pm in the Chapel.

Normal bookstore hours are Sundays, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm & Thursdays, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm.

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SERVE SOCK & UNDERWEAR DRIVE NOW THROUGH MAY 31

A new sock & underwear drive is currently underway to benefit students (K-12) in Lamar CISD. The items will be distributed (3 pairs per student) in mid-August before school begins. NEW underwear should be boy’s/girl’s size 6 - adult sizes. NEW socks should be size 10 - adult. Donations need to be in original packages. A Collection Bin is available for donations through Thursday, May 31. NEW items will be taken to Common Threads in Richmond, a program that provides clothing for LCISD students in need. God Bless you for helping local students start their school year off well! Contact Sandra Vautrain at sandra625@earthlink.net or 281.265.2404.

NEW CANCER SUPPORT GROUP TUESDAY, MAY 29 • 7 PM • VOLUNTEER CENTER

A new monthly support group for all cancer survivors and caregivers will be starting at Christ Church this June. Please come to an organizational meeting to find out how you can help. This new support group will be free and open to the community and will be following a curriculum called Reconstruction of a Survivor.

This new group will need people to be on a hospitality team, care team and survivor resources team. If you have a desire to help those who have been affected by cancer, come and hear how you can serve.

For info. and questions contact Amy Abels at 713.870.3977 or Vicki Schleimer 281.980.2530.

FREEDOM WALK TOUR MAY 10 • CAROL VANCE PRISON UNIT

MISSIONARIES WANTED.......FREE PIZZA! FRIDAY, JUNE 1 • 11 AM - 3 PM • FLC GYM

Curious about how God is creating REAL crime prevention? Join this one-hour tour experience the second Thursday of the month at either 2 or 7:30 pm. Sign up at least a week in advance. Bible studies and other groups are welcome! Contact Betty Waedemon at 832.755.7761 to sign up or to get more information.

We need help sorting school supplies for the Children of Reynosa, Mexico. This is a fun family project. Can you spare a few hours on Friday, June 1? Then join us in the Gym from 11 am - 3 pm. RSVP to Louise Alcock at louise.alcock@earthlink.net.

CELEBRATE FREEDOM SATURDAY, MAY 19 • 6:30 - 9 PM HILTON AMERICAS DOWNTOWN HOUSTON

Join in the celebration of the 15 anniversary of Prison Fellowship’s InnerChange Freedom Initiative. Hear testimonies of how God has transformed men’s lives through the staff and volunteers at the Carol Vance Unit on Saturday, May 19, from 6:30 - 9 pm at the Hilton Americas downtown Houston. This event has been underwriten so it is FREE, but advance registration is required. All Christ Church members are invited, whether you are currently involved in prison ministry or not. Register online at http://www.prisonfellowship.org/ celebrateifi. th

2ND ANNUAL CHURCH WIDE CHANGE THE WORLD FAST SATURDAY, MAY, 19 - SUNDAY, MAY 20

Change the World! In order to raise awareness and funds to ease the hunger in Mexico, Christ Church will conduct its 2nd Annual Church Wide Change the World Fast beginning at 12 noon, Saturday, May 19 and ending at 12 noon, Sunday, May 20. Any of the money that you would normally spend on food during that period can be donated during the worship services on May 20. Put “Mexico” in the memo line. Visit www.cumcsl.org/missions for details on “How to Fast” and “Why We Fast.” Commit to fasting by placing a single bean in the bowl during worship on May 13. Questions? Contact Renee Teel at 281.980.6888 or renee@cumcsl.org.

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BIG HOUSE 2012 - SPACE IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 15 YOUTH WHO REGISTER JUNE 14 - 17 • CALDWELL, TX

We want to give opportunity for youth, 6th through the 8th grade, to come together and grow in their Christian experience, through all aspects of our mission, whether it be on the worksite, or in fellowship with one another. For more info and to register, please visit www. cumcsl.org/youth.

UM ARMY 2012 JULY 22 - 28

Join us in the summer of 2012, as we will be hosted by St. Paul’s UMC in Bridge City, TX for our UM Army Mission. During this week, participants will be assigned to work teams which combine their unique strengths and gifts in order to meet the home repair and maintenance needs of the less fortunate in the area. This is an amazing mission that allows us to share the Gospel message of love and hope offered by Jesus Christ through our hands and our hearts.

For more info and to register, please visit www.cumcsl.org/youth.

DID YOU KNOW?

That each and every single $1 bill collected in the offering plate goes to help people in need? These Mission Dollars make a difference locally and around the world!

PHONE VOLUNTEERS

Here is your chance to be that first friendly voice people hear when they call our church. Volunteer to take a half-day shift at our receptionist desk each week. We will train you to operate the switchboard, help you to know how to answer questions, and equip you in every way to perform this important task. For more information, contact Debbie Meier at dmeier@cumcsl.org.

READY TO PRAY!

We now have a group of prayer ministry volunteers ready to pray on a moment’s notice for those in crisis due to an emergency situation, accident, tragedy, or sudden loss. They will make up the Emergency Prayer Team. These volunteers, who come from all of Christ Church’s present Member Care ministries and from Sunday School classes and other groups, will be notified of the situation via email, once the person in crisis contacts the church office and gives their permission for this team to be notified. Persons requesting this team to “stop and pray” should consider that information will be shared and may eventually spread to other prayer teams in the community. For those wanting to keep their situation confidential, the online Prayer Request is still the best option. Volunteers in Member Care ministries at Christ Church include those who will become a part of this new Emergency Prayer Team, those on the Care Team who respond to submitted Prayer Requests, members of Hearts of Grace who pray for concerns shared in Care Team and Staff Meetings, Altar Prayer Partners who serve on Sundays during worship, members of the Healing Prayer Worship Service Planning Team, and trained Stephen Ministers who offer distinctively Christian caregiving as compassionate listeners. Christ Church is known as a “praying church.” Establishing this Emergency Prayer Team provides another way for her “prayer warriors” to serve Jesus Christ and their brothers and sisters in Christ. Please contact Sandy White or Linda Summers Pierce to volunteer or request member care support.

WANTED: COMPASSIONATE HEARTS

Has God gifted you with a heart for walking alongside those in pain, being still and listening to their struggles with compassion? Have you received confirmation through the Holy Spirit that God does indeed answer prayers? Do you believe, as Saint Paul said in 2 Corinthians 1:5 that: “just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows”? Then God may be calling you to serve in one of Christ Church’s Member Care ministries.

Compassionate hearts for companioning are needed. Consider how you can offer the compassionate heart of Christ through the ministries of the Care Team, Hearts of Grace, Pray Now!, and Altar Prayer. Sign up on Serve Sunday, May 6. (For details on these and other member care opportunities, contact Sandy White or Linda Summers Pierce.)

ADOPT A MEXICO VBS CRAFT

Great Family Project! We need 4 families or individuals willing to come up with 2 VBS crafts for the children in Mexico. Adopt a Craft would also involve purchasing enough supplies so 300 children can make each craft (you would have a $200 church budget) and then making some completed samples of each craft. No need to purchase markers, crayons, pencils, scissors or glue. Everything would need to be returned to the church by the morning of July 13 to load into the vans heading for the Mexico border. This is a great way to help the children of Mexico from your own casa! Contact Mexico Missions at 281.690.4755 as soon as possible...these 4 chances to serve fill up quickly!

HOPE FOR HAITI MISSION NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS

“That which you do for the least of these my brethen, you do for me,” Matthew 25:40. Hope is alive in the churches of Haiti. Come with us as examples of Christ’s love and help fan the spark of hope in Haiti.

Registration is now open for our team of 10 going to Haiti October 29.

4 mandatory meetings will be held on 7/22, 9/23, 10/7 and 10/21.

Visit www.cumcsl.org/missions for registration and more details.

SENIOR RINGERS MONDAYS • 6 PM • CHOIR ROOM

This musical opportunity is available to all interested persons, especially older adults. It offers a place to learn, serve, and fellowship through the art of ringing chimes or handbells under the direction of Molly Ness. No experience is necessary. To join this ensemble, contact Molly Ness at 281.344.8343. Joy Bells and Senior Ringers rehearse at 6 pm and the Jubilation Ringers at 7 pm.

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY MONDAYS & 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. We meet Fridays and Mondays. Don’t know how to crochet or knit? We’ll teach you! Email Jan Randolph at jan@cumcsl. org for information.

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Rev. Mike Mayhugh, Senior Pastor Rev. Linda Summers Pierce, Executive Associate Pastor Rev. Jason Nelson, Exec. Director of Discipleship Ministries Karen LaMotta, Exec. Dir. of Outreach Ministries Jeanne Damon, Discipleship Ministries Roland Huysman, Facilities Tripp Kerth, Youth Ministries Ingred Lathrop, Children’s Ministries Jan Randolph, Older Adult Ministries Lahonda Sharp, Music Ministries Renee Teel, Mission Ministries For a complete staff listing, please visit our website at www.cumcsl.org

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PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS...

Bret Dyer’s mother, Benita Sebesta’s mother, Marsha Hayden, Pat Kelly’s friend, Susan Brubaker, Shawn Ramirtha’s son, Les Gilhaus, Cindy Finley, Amy Stonesifer’s mother, Amy & Brian Stonesifer, Jo Ann Shaver, Mary Nagai’s daughter, Mary Nagai’s son-in-law’s sister’s baby, Erica Seigneur’s daughter, Mandy Johnson, Betty Waedemon’s brother, Sherry Heitzenrater’s friend, Daniella Baltazar’s friend & family, Jean Bergman, Michelle Brumley, Glenda Mauk’s daughter, Trena Stephens’ friend, Tricia Baltazar’s sister’s co-worker, Tricia Baltazar’s sister’s coworker, Tricia Baltazar’s daughter’s friend’s family, Barbara Burnham’s friend’s husband, Gentre Bradford’s son, Monique Harrison’s mother, Debra Dowden’s friend’s mother, Don & Kathy Benson’s son’s mother-in-law, Amy Stanley’s father, George Kuebler’s son’s father-in-law, Gayle Culak’s friend, David Howdeshell’s sister, Harriet Morrow’s friend, Richard Jordan’s father, Mark Buhrke, and all those serving in the military.

ANSWERED PRAYERS...

Debra Dowden’s friend’s mother; David Howdeshell’s sister; Richard Jordan’s father; Mike Spero; Steve Thompson; Tracy Raus Graves’ daughter; Leslie Patrick’s husband; Nicole Burford’s coleague’s grandson; Linda Briggs’ friend’s daughter; Barbara Buchanan; Karen Sherlock’s father; Gretchen Grabau; Gretchen Grabau’s friend; Janet Howard; Lowell Howard; Jeff Grubb; Norma Mendez’ co-worker’s husband; Jennie & Bob Sime’s son-in-law CHRIST CHURCH EXTENDS ITS SYMPATHY TO...

Becky Bain on the death of her mother; Elaine Arnold on the death of her cousin’s wife; John Randall on the death of his mother; Amy Lewis on the death of her father; Nita Workman on the death of her husband, Rod; Ken Crouch on the death of his sister; Marcie Hysinger on the death of her mother; Allen Briggs on the death of his mother; Bonnie Alverson on the death of her aunt.

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 PHONE: • WWW.CUMCSL.ORG FACEBOOK.COM/CUMCSL the hospital or you’re celebrating the281.980.6888 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. people helping people find fullness in Christ worship • connect • grow • serve