The Senior Point — August 2021 by The Woodlands Methodist Church

AUGUST 2021 EDITION

THE WOODLANDS METHODIST CHURCH

THESENIORPOINT THE WOODLANDS METHODIST CHURCH

THE MISSION OF OUR CHURCH NEVER STOPS

A MESSAGE FROM

LEE BREWER

PASTOR TO SENIOR ADULTS

Written by: John Hull

There is beauty in the way God works in and through us. Our church has always followed the Great Commission to lead people to Jesus Christ and to help those in need. In the 24 years that I have been serving as your Missions Pastor, I have seen so many situations that would stop many churches in their tracks when it came to outreach and being a blessing to those around us and to those around the world who need to know Jesus Christ. Our Missions Ministry is so strong and so effective. We have established great Christian ministry partners right here in Montgomery County and in countries all over the world. Through them, we have seen hundreds of thousands come to know Christ, we have helped orphans all over the world and foster kids right here in our community. We have served the homeless, and we have educated pastors and Christian leaders in over 87 countries. It’s amazing! Our Missions Ministry is so strong and adaptable that no matter what curve balls are thrown at us, we have been able to adapt and proclaim Christ in creative and effective ways. • We have endured natural disasters like floods and hurricanes, and each time, it has brought out the best in our congregation. We have been a witness of Christ to everyone in our community, county and state. • We have seen persecution and politics seek to destroy Christianity in countries where we serve, and we continue to get the Gospel message out through Christian radio, Christian television programing, and through the churches and ministries we support in those countries. • And most recently, we have experienced the impact of Covid throughout the world. Everything shut down and our ministry partners here and abroad have suffered greatly. Through our Missions Ministry, we have been able to support and help these faithful ministries survive through our financial gifts, and we continually support them through our ongoing communication, encouragement and prayers. There is no question that Missions truly is the “Heart of our Church”! You are making a lasting difference in lives through your continued support of our Missions Ministry and through your prayers for all those we serve and for our ministry partners. Thank you and celebrate all that is happening through our great church!

August was the last month of freedom when I was a kid. The first two months of summer vacation had disappeared, and school was on the horizon. It was a time of hot days, chasing lightning bugs at night, and the delicious wonder of watermelon when we could get it. Life was in the in-between stage where you grabbed everything you could to enjoy the day. As Christians we are people who are always living in the “in-between” place in life. We are already saved by the blood of Christ and our confession of him as our Lord and Savior, but we are not yet complete. The new heaven and new earth, the glory of heaven and the re-creation of the world as it was meant to be, have not yet occurred. We have a foretaste of glory divine, as the old hymn puts it, but we are longing for the day when there are no more tears, pain or death and the old order of things has passed away. That does not mean, however, that THIS day should not be treasured and used well. “This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it!” We need to return to some of the child-like desire to take advantage of every moment of the month of August to appreciate the gift of each day and the opportunities it brings. Praise the Lord from whom all blessings flow by how we choose to look for the good in every day and use it well. Even when it’s Houston hot, there are blessings! Lee

PARDON OUR DUST!

PRIME TIMER

We are reaching milestones! Sanctuary Fun Facts: • The fire sprinkler system construction is complete. The system was tested by pumping water and air into the pipes to a pressure of 210 psi. • The Fire Marshal inspected the installation, and he approved the replacement of the drywall on our ceiling. • The overhead structural steel reinforcements are completed.

Actress Mary Margaret Mann joined us for lunch and a dramatic performance of The Patriot’s Heart. Jon Steen provided a mix of classic tunes on the piano.

Carolyn Lentz, Barb & Dick Olson

Ed & Glenna Wandling

Jeannette & Mark Lewis

Linda Morrill, Dr. Lee Brewer

WOODFOREST LUNCH BUNCH Our Woodforest friends met for lunch at the Honor Café in Conroe.

PERSPECTIVES CLASS JULIETTE’S GROUP In June, the Juliette’s group met for lunch at Macaroni Grill.

Left: Linda Porter, Jeanne Whittle Right: Maha Tayar, Cheryl Phillips, Sherry Jones

Left: Diana Oliphant, Charla Duggins, Carolyn Jones Right: Bonnie Miller, Connie Dautrich, Pat Eckdahl

Left: Connie Paynter, Phyllis Barba, Jayne Gilbert Right: Janet Russell, Judy Breeding, Catherine Bonito

Left: Natalie West, Carolyn Bowman Right: Linda Curington, Natalia DeGuzman, Elisa Fabian

THE WOODLANDS CAMPUS

WOODFOREST CAMPUS

SENIOR ADULT EXPRESSIONS Mondays beginning August 2 - 30 | 10:00 a.m. | Hayes Hall A Join us for fellowship through art. We will be working with watercolors with an option of mixed media. All are welcome! The cost of this class is $65. Registration online.

WOODFOREST LUNCH BUNCH Thursday, August 12 | 11:30 a.m. | Kitchen 1488 Join us for lunch at Kitchen 1488 4130 FM 1488, Conroe. This family owned and operated restaurant offers New Orleans cuisine. Offerings include specialty items such as Gumbo, Etouffee, Red Beans & Rice, Beignets and Po’Boys all made from scratch. Deadline for making a reservation is Monday, August 9. For additional information please text or call Angela Street at 281.723.6819

UPCOMING EVENTS

WOODLANDS CAMERA CLUB Monday, August 2 | 7:00 p.m. | Zoom Our speaker is Judy Hancock Holland, a noted Canadian photographic artist. She will be talking about “Minimalist Photography,” which aims to convey the “soul” or essence of a subject, whether person, object, place, or feeling. This club is for everybody and this meeting is free. If you would like to join us, please let us know at info@TheWoodlandsCameraClub.org PRIME TIMERS Wednesday, August 4 | 11:15 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall Join us for lunch and fellowship. Holly Steinke from The Woodlands Township will be joining us. Topic is personal safety and emergency preparedness. All senior adults are welcome. Cost of a ticket is $10. For more information about this event contact Helen Burgdorf at 713.822.5728. Registration online. *NEW* WOODLANDS LUNCH BUNCH Tuesday, August 10 | 11:00 a.m. | Olive Oil Restaurant Join us for lunch at the Olive Oil restaurant on 373 Sawdust Rd, Spring, 77380. All senior adults are welcome to join us for this time of food, fun and fellowship! Deadline for making a reservation is Monday, August 9 by noon. For more information about this group, contact Dee Megee at 281.793.6622 SENIOR ADULT GAME NIGHT Friday, August 13 | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. | Aldersgate Hall Join us for a night of fun, fellowship, games, and refreshments. Our favorites are Mexican Train and Bridge. The cost is $1 per person. Bring a dish to share. For more information, contact Linda Henderson at 936.273.3167 or Karen Freeman at 858.204.0012 SENIOR ADULT TRIP DOCUMENTATION MEETING Monday, August 16 | 2:00 p.m. | Jones Library This meeting is for those who have registered for the Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons trip. SHEPHERD CARE QUARTERLY MEETING Thursday, August 26 | 2:00 p.m. | Jones Library Join us for our quarterly meeting. Dr. Lee Brewer will be the speaker. New Shepherds and new Lambs are always welcome. If you know of someone in need of companionship or if you would like to volunteer to be a Shepherd, please contact Kay Meador at 936.321.5159 PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY MEETING Friday, August 27 | 10:00 a.m. | Allen Parlor Those who love to knit or crochet are invited to participate! Hand work may be done at home, and we will meet occasionally for fellowship and to pray for the recipients of our shawls. Shawls will be given in faith, hope and love to those in need. For more information on this ministry, please contact Connie Norton at concetta44@comcast.net or 281.292.3875

SAVE THE DATE WOODLANDS CAMPUS GRIEF SHARE Mondays, starting September 13 | 7:00 p.m. | Zoom Wednesdays, starting September 15 | 1:00 p.m. | C110 LOSS OF SPOUSE Wednesday, September 8 | 2:00 p.m. | Aldersgate Hall

UPCOMING EVENTS

*NEW* SENIOR ADULT GAME NIGHT Friday, August 27 | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Woodforest Campus Worship Center Join us for Senior Adult Game Night in Woodforest! Let’s play Mexican Train, Hand and Foot, Scrabble, Bridge or 42 together! Don’t worry if you don’t know how to play, we’ll teach you! Bring a dish to share! The cost for this event is $1 per person. All senior adults are welcome! No registration required. For more information, contact Bobby Powell at 936.449.0495

SAVE THE DATE WOODFOREST CAMPUS GRIEF SHARE Mondays, starting September 13 | 6:30 p.m. | Classroom 104 LOSS OF SPOUSE Sunday, September 12 | 2:00 p.m. | Classroom 104

SUPPORT

SUNDAY CHRYSOSTOM CHAPEL PRAYER Prayer is the truest form of worship. As one of our Methodist Hymns express, “Prayer is the soul’s simplest desire, unuttered or expressed, the motion of a hidden fire that trembles in the breast” (Hymn #492). If you have this desire to pray, you are welcome to join us in Chrysostom Chapel on Sunday mornings from 8:00 - 8:20 a.m. as we join our hearts in faith and follow Christ to pray for our pastors and our church family. COMPUTER SUPPORT MINISTRY Computer Tip: Always use a password. Never let your computer remember passwords or supply one for you. If you need computer assistance or assistance with Zoom, please call Jerry Barney at 281.826.3232 *NEW* ELDERRIDE MINISTRY Our ElderRide team is ready to take you to your medical appointments We are so grateful for our ElderRide ministry! Our ElderRide team drives our members to over 125 appointments per year. The total mileage driven is about 4000 miles per year! Contact Ken and Linda Keith at 281.796.7447 if you need a ride to a medical appointment. ElderRide supports The Woodlands and our Woodforest neighbors! Please call at least 48 hours in advance. PARKINSON’S DISEASE EXERCISE AND SUPPORT GROUP Thursdays | 1:30 p.m. | Aldersgate Hall Parkinson’s Disease Exercise and Support Group meets Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. in Aldersgate Hall. For more information, contact Dale Mefford at 936.443.5351, or go to the Houston Area Parkinson’s Society’s website at www.hapsonline.org. We are in the north group.

SMALL GROUPS THE WOODLANDS CAMPUS CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP Friday, August 6 | 11:00 a.m. | Allen Parlor A support group for caregivers of family and friends with chronic, long term or terminal illness. Group will be led by Dr. Lee A. Brewer. No registration needed. THE GATHERING PLACE Currently serving our clients through “at home” projects *A Gathering Place planning meeting is planned for Wednesday, September 22 at 11:00 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall. The Gathering Place ministry is an ecumenical ministry for adults who have been diagnosed with early to moderate dementia. This ministry is provided in partnership through the Care Partners organization. There is a simple eligibility process to determine if this program is the right fit for you. For more information about The Gathering Place, contact Pam Baker at 832.381.4514 MEN’S BOOK STUDY August 11 | 10:00 a.m. | Hayes Hall B August 25 | 10:00 a.m. | Hayes Hall B We are studying Max Lucado’s book Out Live Your Life. Come join us in this discussion of the book along with a short DVD by the author. It’s not enough for you to do well. You want to do good. You want your life to matter. You want to live in such a way that the world will be glad you did. But, how can you? How can I? Can God use us? A new book study will begin in September. All men are welcome. For more information about this group, contact Jerry Barney at 281.826.3232 HYBRID SENIOR ADULT FITNESS Senior Adult Intermediate Fitness Mondays | 9:00 a.m. | Rec Center Activity Room 1 Senior Adult Basic Fitness Wednesdays and Fridays | 9:00 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall Woodforest Senior Adult Basic Fitness Tuesdays and Thursdays | 8:30 a.m. | WF Gymnasium Continue your health and wellness journey by joining us for a hybrid senior adult fitness class. The hybrid class will follow all CDC guidelines to stop the spread of COVID-19. Please wear a mask upon entry to the building, during exercise the mask may be removed. Our online class via Zoom will meet the same time as the face-to-face classes. Zoom Meeting ID: 735 678 773 | Password: SFIT PEGGY’S BOOK CLUB August 17 | Noon | Aldersgate Hall Join us this month to discuss The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead. If you would like to read ahead, in September we will review The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict. Bring your sack lunch and beverage to join us for a lively discussion. Men and women are welcome. For more information about Peggy’s Book Club, contact Libby Heintz at 936.271.7660 or Kathy Wisenbaker at wisenbaker@sbcglobal.net *NEW* GOLDENAIRES CHOIR *Goldenaires will reconvene choir practice on Tuesday, September 7 at 2:30 p.m. The Goldenaires, our senior adult choir, is the perfect way for you to spread joy through singing. No audition is required. For more information, contact Ed Wandling at 281.355.0053

SINGLE LIFE WIDOWS Friday, August 6 | 1:30 p.m. | Movie Day Join us in viewing I Still Believe. Bring a bag lunch, snacks, and a drink. To register, visit our Single Life page online. Friday, August 20 | 11:30 a.m. | La Madeleine Restaurant Join us for lunch at The Woodlands La Madeleine restaurant. To register, visit our Single Life page online. For more information, contact Terry Loughridge at 281.297.5932

WOODFOREST CAMPUS WOODFOREST CRAFT CIRCLE 2nd and 4th Thursday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Woodforest Gymnasium We welcome all who have creative skills or no skills to join us in sewing, knitting, painting, crafting, and holiday cheer to create beautiful works to sell at our Craft Circle Boutique! All proceeds go to our Missions Ministry. Times are flexible. Bring a sack lunch or a snack! For more information contact, Barbara Green at 713.248.1228 PICKLEBALL Mondays | 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Woodforest Gymnasium Join us for Pickleball! Pickleball is a paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels. The rules are simple, and the game is easy for beginners to learn. This game will be played indoors, with a paddle and a plastic ball with holes. The game is played as doubles or singles. No registration required. WOODFOREST BOOK CLUB August 19 | 11:30 a.m. | Woodforest Campus Let’s meet for lunch and a book review! Join us in reviewing The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah. If you would like to read ahead, in September we will review The Night Portrait by Laura Morelli. No registration required. For more information about this group, contact Diane Oakley at 936.701.8067 SENIOR ADULT FITNESS Tuesdays and Thursdays | 8:30 a.m. | Woodforest Gymnasium For more information, please refer to the same listing under The Woodlands Campus. Please note the Woodforest class is a face-to-face class only. WOODFOREST SENIOR ADULT PLANNING MEETING Thursday, August 5 | 10:00 a.m. | Woodforest Classroom Join us in planning Senior Adult activities. PRAYER MINISTRY “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:16 -18 John Wesley describes the Christian life in relation to prayer, making it his fourth mark of discipleship. Prayer is the way we create, commune, and sustain our relationship with God. Wesley viewed prayer as “the chief of these means of grace.” We at The Woodlands Methodist Church are a praying Church. We have Prayer Teams available in the Harvest, Loft, Traditional, and Woodforest services. If you would like prayer, prayer teams are available after each of the services and after the Chapel and Traditional services as well. We would love to pray for you! In addition, if you have a heart for prayer or the gift of prayer, we would love for you to join our prayer team as well. Contact our Caring Ministry Prayer Assistant at 281.822.8250

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AUGUST 2021

THE WOODLANDS METHODIST CHURCH

*Green text represents events at The Woodlands Campus and blue text represents events at the Woodforest Campus

SUNDAY 1

MONDAY WF Pickleball 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. WF Gymnasium Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Intermediate Class 9:00 a.m. Recreation Center Room 1 Senior Expressions 10:00 a.m. | Hayes Hall A Woodlands Camera Club 7:00 p.m. | Zoom

WF Pickleball 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. WF Gymnasium Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Intermediate Class 9:00 a.m. Recreation Center Room 1 Senior Expressions 10:00 a.m. | Hayes Hall A

TUESDAY 3

WEDNESDAY 4

WF Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 8:30 a.m. | WF Gymnasium

Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 9:00 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall Prime Timers 11:15 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall

WF Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 8:30 a.m. | WF Gymnasium Woodlands Lunch Bunch 11:00 a.m. Olive Oil Restaurant

Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 9:00 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall Men’s Book Study Group 10:00 a.m. | Hayes Hall B

WF Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 8:30 a.m. | WF Gymnasium WF Lunch Bunch 11:30 a.m. | Kitchen 1488 Parkinson’s Support Group 1:00 p.m. | Aldersgate Hall

Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 9:00 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall

WF Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 8:30 a.m. | WF Gymnasium

WF Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 8:30 a.m. | WF Gymnasium Woodforest Senior Adult Planning Meeting 10:00 a.m. | WF Classroom Parkinson’s Support Group 1:00 p.m. | Aldersgate Hall

WF Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 8:30 a.m. | WF Gymnasium Peggy’s Book Club Noon | Aldersgate Hall

THURSDAY

Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 9:00 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall Men’s Book Study Group 10:00 a.m. | Hayes Hall B

WF Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 8:30 a.m. | WF Gymnasium Shepherd Care Quarterly Meeting 2:00 p.m. | Jones Library Parkinson’s Support Group 1:00 p.m. | Aldersgate Hall

FRIDAY 6

SATURDAY 7

Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 9:00 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall Caregivers Support Group 11:00 a.m. | Allen Parlor Single Life Widows Check Website

Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 9:00 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall Senior Adult Game Night 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Aldersgate Hall

Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 9:00 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall Single Life Widows Check Website

Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 9:00 a.m. | Aldersgate Hall Prayer Shawl Ministry 10 a.m. | Allen Parlor WF Game Night 6:00 p.m. Woodforest Worship

SENIOR ADULT YELLOWSTONE AND THE GRAND TETONS TRIP

WF Pickleball 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. WF Gymnasium Hybrid Senior Adult Fitness Intermediate Class 9:00 a.m. Recreation Center Room 1 Senior Expressions 10:00 a.m. | Hayes Hall A

31 WF Senior Adult Fitness Basic Class 8:30 a.m. | WF Gymnasium

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ABOUT OUR MINISTRY THE WOODLANDS CAMPUS THE WOODLANDS METHODIST CHURCH

2200 Lake Woodlands Dr. The Woodlands, TX 77380

The Senior Adult Ministry at The Woodlands Methodist Church is a vital part of our church, with new and expanding opportunities for involvement.

Find more information at thewoodlandsumc.org/senior-adults Contact us at 281.297.5935 or seniors@twumc.org Like us on Facebook

THE WOODLANDS METHODIST CHURCH

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The Woodlands Methodist Church 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive The Woodlands, Texas 77380

WOODFOREST CAMPUS THE CHURCH AT WOODFOREST

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700 Fish Creek Thoroughfare Montgomery, TX 77316

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HOW WILL YOU SERVE?

RESOURCE CORNER

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” — 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)

CONGREGATIONAL CARE Congregational Care is a priority for our pastors. If you or someone you know is hospitalized, in rehabilitation or in hospice care – local or in the Texas Medical Center – we would love to send a pastor or a Caring Ministry volunteer to visit and pray with you and your family.

DRIVING FAMILY FUTURES - DONATE A CAR TO MISSIONS Your car could change a life. Our Missions Ministry accepts donations of vehicles to provide transportation for families coming out of homelessness. Find out more by contacting Sherry Lewallen at slewallen@twumc.org THE WOODLANDS METHODIST CHURCH STAFF WORKS AT THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY FOOD BANK Our staff served at the Montgomery County Food Bank. We packed emergency food boxes for those in need.

Rev. Joy Johnston Pastor of Caring Ministry and Special Needs Ministry 281.297.5900 jjohnston@twumc.org Dr. Lee A. Brewer Pastor of Caring Ministry and Senior Adult Ministry 281.297.5900 lbrewer@twumc.org Susan Goldsmith Caring Ministry Administrative Assistant 281.297.5953 sgoldsmith@twumc.org Teri Rossi Senior Adult Ministry Administrative Assistant 281.297.5935 trossi@twumc.org Margarita McCarthy Caring Ministry Prayer Assistant 281.822.8250 mmccarthy@twumc.org

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