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THANK YOU FOR GIVING TO THE CHURCH, I… ...was able to see relief on the face of a mom knowing that her child would have new school supplies this year. Pam B. ...was able to brighten the day for some hard-working school teachers and offer encouragement and thanks for all they do. Kate F. ...got to witness how God was incredibly faithful to families experiencing homelessness, who had no idea what they were going to do; except that they were committed to the gospel of Jesus Christ and He closed the door on their homelessness by providing food and shelter. Vera J. ...was able to give a meal and a warm welcome to a homeless family right here in church. - an anonymous member ...was able to serve on the Youth Mission and see the hearts of many enlightened with the love of Christ. Debbie ...was able to witness an inmate realize for the first time that he has value and is loved. Betty W.
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Return with me back to the SERVE Campaign and remember the final scene that we saw in our video series. We watched Jesus walk through each of these halls and into our Sanctuary. I can still remember the chills I had as I watched his hand fall upon each pew as he walked down the center aisle. The last question he asked us was, “What’s next?” I believe this question is something that needs to penetrate our minds and our hearts as we prayerfully consider what we do here at Christ Church. So as we begin our annual stewardship campaign we want to first determine “what is next” in the life of this church. Executive staff and leaders in the church have prayerfully found two foci that answer this question. We will enter the community to build relationships and make disciples, and we will “restore God’s house” to make our church a welcoming place for the new friends we hope to make. Thanks to all of you, we have eliminated our debt and are now able to participate in this calling. It is going to be exciting to see what God has in store for our church family! This summer, we started “restoring God’s house” by transforming the stage for our casual worship service, the hub, realigning the screens and installing new lighting and a new scrim backdrop to enhance the atmosphere. These changes will benefit not only those attending the hub, but also those participating in our Sunday evening youth worship service, 412 Ministries. The trustees have also developed a five-year plan for the whole church that ranges from carpet replacement to resealing our stained glass windows. Operation “Restoring God’s House” is now becoming a reality, thanks to you! We have also designed a new vision frame that focuses on reaching out to our community and inviting people to come and worship with us. We are looking into “adopting” an apartment complex and developing a relationship with the tenants there in order to share the love of Christ with them through on-site Bible studies and worship. We are seeking out people who are called to start new HomeGroups so we can take the presence of Christ into our neighborhoods. We are contemplating new and innovative ways to take Christ out into the world and we have begun this process with live streaming of our worship services, capturing them in their entirety so that people can view them on our website at their convenience. We are helping the church at large by becoming a teaching church for summer interns, who come and learn how to do ministry by serving alongside our staff and lay volunteers. There are many exciting things happening at Christ Church, and we know you will want to be a part of this exciting adventure by supporting your church with your tithes and offerings, thus enabling us to continue to be “people helping people find fullness in Christ.” I want to thank you in advance for investing in that which is eternal and significant!
MIKE MAYHUGH
SENIOR PASTOR
WHY STEP UP IN GENEROSITY IN 2014? Christ United Methodist Church is being challenged to take a step up in generosity in 2014. We are asking for additional giving of 1% of income per household, as we are able and led by God. Why? It’s not to pay more of the church expenses, or because “good” people give, or because we may feel guilty if we don’t. We give as a positive response to Jesus’ command to “follow Me.” His teachings on giving clearly show that our money is an extension of who we are and what we value in life. Our giving ref lects the meaning Christ has in our lives. Generosity is a tangible expression of our gratitude for God and His infinite love and gifts to us. When we give in support of the local church, we become active partners in His ministries throughout the world. 1 Our giving not only helps others; it helps us. As we step up in generosity, we are spiritually enriched. We grow in faith as maturing disciples of Jesus Christ, living more fully in the abundant life He 4 desires for us and experiencing incredible joy as His ambassadors. 9
• Generous givers experience the joy of giving. 39
• Generous givers live and give with an eternal perspective. 29
• Generous givers cheerfully offer gifts as an act of worship. 55 59 82 139 162 396 1980
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$1000 + per week
$501 - 1000 per week
$401 - 500 per week
$301 - 400 per week
$201 - 300 per week
$151 - 200 per week
$101-150 per week
$76 - 100 per week
$51 - 75 per week
BREAKDOWN OF OUR CONGREGATION’S WEEKLY GIVING PATTERNS
The top number on each step represents the number of households in our congregation giving at that level. Find your household giving on the staircase, and step up in generosity with us in 2014.
$26 - 50 per week
$11 - 25 per week
$1 - 10 per week
$0 per week
Thank you for giving to the church... I was able to share Christ’s love at Christmas time with families, nursing homes, and inmates in our community. Angel Tree
WEEKLY GIVING ANNUAL INCOME 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000 35,000 40,000 45,000 50,000 55,000 60,000 65,000 70,000 75,000 80,000 85,000 90,000 95,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000
1% $3 $4 $5 $6 $7 $8 $9 $10 $11 $12 $13 $13 $14 $15 $16 $17 $18 $19 $29 $38 $48 $58
2% $6 $8 $10 $12 $13 $15 $17 $19 $21 $23 $25 $27 $29 $31 $33 $35 $37 $38 $58 $77 $96 $115
3% $9 $12 $14 $17 $20 $23 $26 $29 $32 $35 $38 $40 $43 $46 $49 $52 $55 $58 $87 $115 $144 $173
4% $12 $15 $19 $23 $27 $31 $35 $38 $42 $46 $50 $54 $58 $62 $65 $69 $73 $77 $115 $154 $192 $231
5% $14 $19 $24 $29 $34 $38 $43 $48 $53 $58 $63 $67 $72 $77 $82 $87 $91 $96 $144 $192 $240 $288
6% $17 $23 $29 $35 $40 $46 $52 $58 $63 $69 $75 $81 $87 $92 $98 $104 $110 $115 $173 $231 $288 $346
7% $20 $27 $34 $40 $47 $54 $61 $67 $74 $81 $88 $94 $101 $108 $114 $121 $128 $135 $202 $269 $337 $404
8% $23 $31 $38 $46 $54 $62 $69 $77 $85 $92 $100 $108 $115 $123 $131 $138 $146 $154 $231 $308 $385 $462
9% $26 $35 $43 $52 $61 $69 $78 $87 $95 $104 $113 $121 $130 $138 $147 $156 $164 $173 $260 $346 $433 $519
10% $29 $38 $48 $58 $67 $77 $87 $96 $106 $115 $125 $135 $144 $154 $163 $173 $183 $192 $288 $385 $481 $577
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We ask you to step out in faith; prayerfully and carefully consider your 2014 estimate of giving commitment. If you are not currently giving, consider taking a step up to regular weekly giving. If you are not tithing, consider taking a step in the right direction and increasing your giving by an additional 1% of your household income. Together, we can Step Up in Generosity in 2014.
THANK YOU I just had to write you a note and say how incredibly impressed I was with the Vacation Bible School! What a creative, well-organized, fun and inspiring program! This was my son’s first year to attend VBS at Christ Church and he is already counting down the days until next year’s! He literally jumped for joy each morning when it was time to go. From the moment we walked in and saw the decorated doors (so much work for just 5 days of camp- more effort than most preschools put forth), the giant castle, the sea of purple t-shirts, we were blown away. We have been listening to the CD (I woke up with “Soon and very soon” in my head this morning), having God sightings, and I swear my son’s behavior has even been better. My son has helped me remember to send my problems to God in bubbles. It has rejuvenated his faith- he says now he wants to work as a youth leader at a church when he grows up! We were not members at Christ Church, but plan to start attending services now. I enjoyed reading a newsletter every day- again, I wish the schools would do that. The ceremony where we learned all that had been done during the week was spectacular! I was very moved. Thank you to you and the hundreds of volunteers who worked so hard in such a smoothly coordinated way to pull off an amazing VBS! God bless you all, Sara
THANK YOU FOR GIVING TO THE CHURCH, I…
WORSHIP WEEKLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE - SUNDAYS CONTEMPORARY • 8:15 AM • SANCTUARY TRADITIONAL • 9:45 & 11:05 AM • SANCTUARY the hub • 11:00 AM • FAMILY LIFE CENTER GYM YOUTH WORSHIP • 6:00 PM • FAMILY LIFE CENTER GYM CELEBRATING HOLY COMMUNION
• 9:45 & 11:05 am Traditional services: Every first Sunday • 8:15 am Contemporary Sanctuary service and the hub: Every Sunday
ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 • TRADITIONAL WORSHIP SERVICES, SANCTUARY
World Communion Sunday is observed on the first Sunday of October each year, and is a celebration that gives local churches the opportunity to come to the Lord’s Table with a special awareness of their brothers and sisters in Christian churches in other countries and cultures. In our Christ Church traditional worship services, global music will be sung. You’re invited to wear ethnic dress, especially the dress of your country of origin, and join in this special recognition of the unity in Christ’s Body, the Church. OCTOBER HEALING PRAYER WORSHIP SERVICE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8 • 7 PM • SANCTUARY
Medical research has shown that faith in God significantly affects the healing process. Believing in a God who cares deeply and personally for us helps us confront all the “dis-ease” that comes with life. Join with others seeking a deeper relationship with God, celebrate Communion and let the healing power of prayer restore you. NEW ACOLYTE TRAINING SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 • 12:15 PM • VOLUNTEER CENTER AND SANCTUARY
If you are in the 3rd to 8th grade and would like to serve on the Sunday morning worship team as an Acolyte, please plan to come to the Volunteer Center immediately after the 11:05 am Sanctuary service on October 13. After enjoying a pizza lunch (and some cookies), you’ll learn about what acolytes do, then “practice, practice, practice” in the Sanctuary. For more information, call Acolyte Coordinator, Judy Hicks, at 281.980.8727. Hope to see you there!
...was able to help feed over 3000 people last Christmas. Mark S.
412 YOUTH SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3 IN THE HUB NOVEMBER 10 IN ALL SANCTUARY SERVICES
...had a prayer shawl to wrap around me for assurance, comfort and warmth during all my chemo sessions. an anonymous member
ALL SAINTS DAY SERVICE AND PAVER DEDICATION SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3 • DURING ALL WORSHIP SERVICES AND OUTSIDE IN THE PAVER COURTYARD
...was visited when I was sick. - an anonymous member
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412 Youth Sunday is coming! Join us as our students help lead worship and show their talents for the Lord.
On Sunday, November 3, those members of our church family who have gone on to the Church Triumphant will be remembered in morning worship by the reading of their names and the tolling of a bell. During this important “family” observance, the church comes together to celebrate the entry of these loved ones into God’s eternal presence, and to acknowledge that each one’s loss is felt by the entire Body of Christ. After morning worship, new memorial pavers will be consecrated in a special separate service held outside around 12:30 pm in the paver courtyard. For a full listing of activities and ways you can get involved at Christ Church, please visit WWW.CUMCSL.ORG
GROW ONE ROOM BOOK CLUB WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16 • 9 AM • VOLUNTEER CENTER
This group meets once a month to discuss a book chosen at the previous meeting. The book to be discussed at the October meeting is The Unnamed Touched by the Galilean by B. Jay Calhoun. If you enjoy reading and conversation about books, you are invited to join Book Club. PUT IT IN WRITING THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 • 10 AM • CHURCH LIBRARY
Our lives are full of stories. One way to secure those memories for ourselves and future generations is to “put it in writing.” Jan Randolph will lead this monthly writers’ workshop designed to instruct, inspire, encourage and support participants in the writing process. Our explorations will include (but not necessarily be limited to) memoirs, journal writing, prayer journals, faith stories, family narratives, and poetry. Just bring paper and pencil and your mind full of stories. 412 YOUTH FALL RETREAT OCTOBER 25 - 27 • CAMP CHO-YEH; LIVINGSTON, TX
All youth, 6th - 12th grade, are invited to join us for our annual fall retreat to Camp Cho-Yeh on October 25 - 27. During this weekend, we will be exploring what we believe through a study of the Apostles’ Creed. This is a retreat you do not want to miss out on! Space is limited so sign up today at 4-12.net. HAVE YOU BEEN IMPACTED BY CANCER? GET SUPPORT! EVERY 3RD TUESDAY • 7 - 8:30 PM • VOLUNTEER CENTER
The Colors of Cancer group welcomes all adults who have had a diagnosis of any type of cancer, as well as their caregivers. We use the Reconstruction of a Survivor curriculum to guide our monthly discussions. Come and check us out on the 3rd Tuesday of EVERY month, from 7 - 8:30 pm in the Volunteer Center. For more information, contact Amy Abels at atvu@comcast.net. NEED A BREAK? JANUARY 17 - 19 • JORDAN RANCH IN SCHULENBURG
Registration is now open for our upcoming Women’s Retreat at Jordan Ranch Christian Retreat Center in Schulenburg, Texas. Find refreshment and renewal in God’s Word through our featured speaker Mary Willis, founder of Merry Ministries. The $220 per person rate includes five wonderful meals and room/lodging. Each room can accommodate up to three women. So sign up today and remember to invite a friend to go with you. Space is limited. Questions? Contact Amy Abels at atvu@comcast.net.
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. Discussion-oriented, 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 310 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 Choir Room. H.O.P.E. 24/7 (HEAR OUR PRAYERS EVERYDAY 24/7)
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. JUBILEE
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
Thank you for giving to the church, I felt my heart fill with God’s love after delivering a meal to a homebound elder. - an anonymous member
Made up of marrieds and singles, ages 55+, dedicated to Bible study, fellowship and service. Meets in the Library (upstairs across from the Sanctuary). WOMEN’S CLASS
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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.
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CONNECT
CHRIST CHURCH TO HOST FAMILY PROMISE OCTOBER 20-27 • FAMILY LIFE CENTER
ENCORE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2 • 11 AM - 1:30 PM • SANCTUARY AND GATHERING HALL
Are you looking for a different way to serve? Family Promise, a program that reaches out to families displaced from their homes, returns to Christ Church during the week of October 20 – 27. There are usually over 300 volunteer hours involved in creating a successful Family Promise rotation. Help serve behind the scenes by providing supplies, setting up and breaking down church rooms used, doing laundry, and providing meals. Other service opportunities include being a Dinner Host, staying overnight at the church, and staffing the Family Center at New Hope Lutheran Church during the rotation’s second weekend. If any of these opportunities sound like something you can do, contact Kira Halcarz at kira.halcarz@gmail.com or 832.654.9356. SPEND A SATURDAY BUILDING WITH GOD HABITAT HOME #13 - MANY DIFFERENT WAYS TO HELP!
Drop by the Habitat table in the Ministry Center and join in the fun and fellowship of giving a family a hand up. Christ Church is building our 13th home for a deserving family. Come to the site and work alongside the family as they complete the required 300 “sweat equity” hours to finish their home by December. We need your support. Help us with your time, your donations and your prayers. If you don’t feel comfortable swinging a hammer, help us by serving our hungry workers or performing other needed onsite chores. Sign up with Doug McCubbin at douglas@horizonsconsultingllc.com or visit our webpage at www.cumcsl.org/missions and check out the great videos of our progress so far. Or help us raise the funds needed for building materials by donating today toward our $70,000 goal. The joy of seeing a deserving family fulfill their dream of home ownership is unsurpassed. Join us! JOIN THE STREAM TEAM! HELP US PROCLAIM “JESUS LIVES!” LIVE ON THE WEB EVERY SUNDAY DURING EVERY SERVICE
Christ Church wants to stream every worship service live on the internet! We are forming a new ministry team dubbed the “STREAM TEAM!” We need volunteers who want to remotely control cameras, click a mouse, and chat with people who watch the stream! If you are interested, contact Rev. Preston Morgan at preston@cumcsl.org. You’ll be a proud owner of the exclusive STREAM TEAM t-shirt! 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! For information, email Jan Randolph at jan@cumcsl.org. Thank you for giving to the church... I was able to continue to grow in my relationship with God as we study His Word at The Terrace.
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Thank you for giving to the church... I was able to receive communion at home when I could no longer attend Sunday worship services.
Join us for a presentation by the Fort Bend Narcotics Task Force. A detective and his award-winning narcotic detecting dog will demonstrate K-9 skills that aid in the seizure of drugs and cash linked to illicit drug activity. 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 is requested to cover the cost of the meal. Pre-registration is required for the meal and closes September 30. Reserve your space by emailing jan@cumcsl.org. CELEBRATE SINGLES FIRST SUNDAY LUNCH
All singles are welcome to join the Celebrate Singles class at this month’s First Sunday lunch, occurring at 12:30 pm on October 6 at Live Oak Grill. Please make plans to join us! MEN’S LUNCH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10 • 11:30 AM • LIVE OAK GRILL
Men of all ages, join together for lunch and fellowship at Live Oak Grill. 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. WHO WILL KNOW?
Who will know about my problem if I talk to a Stephen Minister? Many people ask this question. Confidentiality is the cornerstone of Stephen Ministry. No one will find out what you discuss with your Stephen Minister. If you have a burden or hurt you need to share with someone safe and someone who is outside of your situation, perhaps a Stephen Minister can help. Contact Sally McKnight, Referrals Coordinator at 713.306.1719 for more information. “FALL” INTO STEP WITH UMW OF CHRIST CHURCH SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 • 2:30 - 4 PM • VOLUNTEER CENTER
In August, UMW of Christ Church detailed mission possibilities for the future. This month, we start putting those plans into action! Please join us for a little “Fall” fellowship, where we will enjoy refreshments and a short program, then decorate lunch bags for Lunches of Love. Feel free to bring “art supplies” like crayons, markers and stickers. We will have bags and art supplies available. We invite you to come show your love in a tangible way! If you are so inclined, please feel free to bring an item to donate to Lunches of Love. Needed items include: creamy peanut butter, grape jelly, goldfish, Vienna sausage, individual cereal bars, granola bars, fruit cups, canned pasta or boxes of cereal. Questions? Please call Pam Bluestein at 281.343.9913. Childcare by reservation only. JOIN US FOR THIS YEAR’S CHARGE CONFERENCE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 • DIRECTLY FOLLOWING 11 AM WORSHIP SERVICES • SANCTUARY
Join us for this important meeting, to be led by District Superintendent Rev. Jay Jackson, where we’ll celebrate our accomplishments of the past year and cast a vision for the year ahead! FACEBOOK.COM/CUMCSL TWITTER.COM/CUMCSL For a full listing of activities and ways you can get involved at Christ Church, please visit WWW.CUMCSL.ORG
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES SAGE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 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.
Welcome Our Newest Members!
ROOTS RESEARCH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 • 11 AM • ROOMS 11/12
Are you interested in your ancestors? Virginia and Glenn Morrison will lead this group in exploring your family genealogy. It is exciting to see how God has been working through generation after generation. To help you in your explorations it is necessary for you to bring information about the earliest ancestor you have knowledge about (name, place of birth or residence or death, dates/approximate dates). Bring a sack lunch, mobile technology (if available), and join us.
BILL AND ROSE CALHOUN
BRANDON AND DIXIE IRBY ERIC (9), ABBY (7)
BYRNA KIMBERLIN
DANIEL VAN HOOK & MAKENZIEE POPE
ERIC AND KRISTIN JOHNSON
JAMIE AND JANET JACKOPIN
VIVIAN CAMACHO (W/ KEVIN WINSLOW)
MILES AND DENISE KAJIOKA
SCOTT AND JENNIFER YOUNGBLOOD, ABIGAIL (11 MO) NOT PICTURED
TERRY BECHTEL, RACHAEL (15) NOT PICTURED
GAME DAY WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 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 roundtable discussion of topics related to Scripture, our faith and our faith community. 2014 EUROPEAN CHOIR TOUR JUNE 29 - JULY 9, 2014
Come explore Budapest, Vienna and Prague as we share God’s Word through song. For more information, contact Lahonda Sharp at 281.980.6888, x4741. BE FIT TUESDAYS AT 11 AM • 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. A Scripture is shared and class ends with a quiet time of prayer. Monthly fee for 1 day a week is $15; 2 days a week is $30. FACEBOOK.COM/CUMCSL TWITTER.COM/CUMCSL
Thank you for every prayer, every expression of sympathy, and every act of kindness. Your faith has strengthened me through this difficult time. I thank God for each of you. Blessings. Linda
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... get the joy of seeing children have a blessed and bountiful Christmas experience thanks to you. ... was able to bring Christ to over 700 children in Mexico. ... got to witness an inmate accept Christ for the 1st time. ... got to see Christ’s hope come to life when I handed someone from Boliver a flood bucket. ... got to look into the eyes of a homeless man and say “God bless you” as I handed him one of our “Manna bags.” ... got to go to Haiti and rebuild a Methodist church.
CHRIST CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Mike Mayhugh, Senior Pastor Rev. Linda Summers Pierce, Executive Pastor Rev. Preston Morgan, Executive Associate Pastor Rev. Dan Conway, Exec. Associate Pastor - GROW Ministries Roland Huysman, Executive Director - Operations Lisa Mayhugh, Director - 412 Youth Ministries Ingred Lathrop, Director - Children’s 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 WE’RE HERE TO HELP!
PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS . . . Susan Zvonkovic’s aunt, Sue Gordon’s brother-in-law, Cathy Simeone’s great-nephew, Leigh Anne Diekroeger’s grandson, Sheila Schubarth’s kindergarten student, Bill & Pat Hood’s son, Kelsey Nelson, Greg Mekras’ mother, Priscilla Thomas’ father, Matt Thummel, Debbie Mark, Maria Larson’s nephew, Mark Buhrke’s mother, Sue Harris’ friends, Loreli Anderson’s son, Gina Everitt’s friend, Jenny Sherrod’s sister, Robbin Mallett, Janice Gilbert’s daughter & nephew; Randy Hartley, Loreli Anderson’s son, Gina Everitt’s friend, Kimber Wheeler’s son, Jenny Sherrod’s sister, Al Fountain, Karen Fountain, Evan Hazel, Debbie Meier’s friend, and all those serving in the military. JOYS . . . Monique Harrison’s sister, Larry Harrison, Louise Alcock’s cousin, Carla Rozario’s daughter, Carla Rozario, Terri Crump, Jon Daniels. CHRIST CHURCH EXTENDS ITS SYMPATHY TO . . . Buddy and Billie Blair on the death of his sister, Bertha Phillips; Priscilla Thomas on the death of her aunt; Lynn and Gary Taylor on the death of her uncle; Mike and Pat Homeyer on the death of his father; Robin Henry on the death of her father; the Santoro family on the death of Tony’s father; Reba McNally and family on the death of her sister; Pat Hood on the death of her sister; Becky Neese and family on the death of her niece; Elisa McIntire on the death of her aunt; Gayle Culak on the death of her uncle; Nancy and Pete Olson on the death of their friend; Bill & Cindy Finley on the death of her cousin.
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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