SEPTEMBER 2017 EDITION
THE WOODLANDS UMC
POINT A MESSAGE FROM
DON MEADOR PASTOR TO SENIOR ADULTS
RETIRED U.S. AIR FORCE OFFICER AND NASA ASTRONAUT
COL. JERRY ROSS
Rev. Don Meador, Karen Ross, Kay Meador & Col. Jerry Ross
We were honored to have Colonel Jerry Ross as our speaker at the August 2 Prime Timers luncheon in Wesley Hall. Col. Ross, a retired U.S. Air Force Officer and NASA Astronaut, spoke about his childhood goal to become an astronaut, his impressive career, his experiences in space, and his faith. Afterward, he answered questions from the crowd. Karen Ross, accompanied her husband, and is also retired from NASA where she worked for 22 years in food preparation for the astronauts. Don and Kay Meador have known the Rosses since their days serving at Friendswood UMC.
Have you read anything from the book of Proverbs lately? If not, I suggest you open your Bible and give it a try. You will find much wisdom and just plain, good counsel. For example: Proverbs 17:22, “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” And another: Proverbs 15:15, “All the days of the oppressed are wretched, but the cheerful heart has a continual feast.” We’re reminded in these nuggets of wisdom that a cheerful, joyful spirit is good for us. It is good medicine. A cheerful heart is a result of being at peace with God. It means we’ve taken care of the biggest concern of all, the state of our soul. We’ve received the peace that comes when we surrender our lives to Jesus Christ and live within his saving grace. And when this happens we’re ready for whatever comes in this world and in the next. So, may the peace of God, which passes all understanding, be in your heart and abide in your life. And, may your cheerful heart be like good medicine. May it be like a time capsule, releasing spurts of gladness as needed, day and night, as long as you live. That is really good medicine. And you can get it without a prescription.
Elzy Mowdy, Col. Jerry Ross & Ralph Carlson
FLU SHOTS
Maha Tayar with grandsons, Jordan & Sam, & Col. Ross
Wednesday, September 6 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the Atrium Pneumonia and Tetanus will also be available. If you are on Medicare, please bring your card and a photo ID and Medicare will be bill directly. If you are not on Medicare, all shots are $30 and a receipt will be given which you may turn in to your health care provider for reimbursement. You do not need to be a member of the church to take advantage of this service. No appointment necessary.
Cheerfully, your friend,
SENIOR ADULT GAME NIGHT
Senior Adult Game Night meets the second Friday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in Aldersgate Hall. Come join us for food, games, fellowship and great food!
CHURCH SAFETY
We want our church to be a safe place for people to worship and to enjoy fellowship. In the rare case of an accident, please keep these things in mind: • Do not move a person who has fallen • Please call our Facilities Assistant at 832.702.0769 (you might put this number in your phone) • The Facilities Assistant will decide whether to call 911 • Emergency Medical Technicians are at the church on Sundays from 8:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. • If, for some reason, you do need to call 911, the physical address of the church is 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive • Five Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are located on the main campus - outside Aldersgate Hall - across from Wesley Hall - outside the Harvest Worship Center - across from the Children of The Woodlands Fish Tank - upstairs across from the Main Sanctuary Balcony stairs
Helen Burgdorf, Judy Stanley & Lynn Birran
Karen & Wayne Freeman
Jerry Armstrong
To avoid falls on our church campus, please be conscious of: • transitions between tile/carpet • seams in the carpet • surface inclines in our hallways, on sidewalks and in the parking lot • wet surfaces • curbs in the parking lot • small children Please be safe and don’t hesitate to contact Senior Adult Ministries at 281.297.5935 with any safety concerns you may have.
UMBRELLAS Thanks to a generous donation from one of our members, we now have umbrellas with our church logo. These umbrellas are located in the main building at eight different entrances. Please feel free to borrow one if you need it, and return at your convenience.
Jim & Margi Davies
CANCER SURVIVOR SUPPORT GROUP
First Friday of the month beginning September 1 | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. in Allen Parlor A support group for survivors of cancer addressing spiritual/emotional wellness and recovery. Group is led by Rev. Cliff Ritter.
GRIEF SHARE
Mondays, September 11 – December 11 | 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in Room D206 Wednesdays, September 13 – December 6 | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. in Room D206 13-week classes helping those who have lost a loved one navigate the challenges of grief back to fullness of life.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
Third Friday of the month beginning September 15 | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. in Allen Parlor A support group for caregivers of family and friends with chronic, long term or terminal illness such as Alzheimer’s, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, etc. Group is led by Rev. Cliff Ritter. Register: thewoodlandsumc.org/help
UPCOMING EVENTS SMALL GROUPS PRIME TIMERS LUNCHEON Wednesday, September 6 | 11:15 a.m. in Wesley Hall Roger Galatas, president of Roger Galatas Interests LLC and former president of The Woodlands Development Company will be our speaker. Reservations are due by noon on Friday, September 1 to Joyce and Ken Nesmith at 281.367.5519. The cost is $7 per person. Checks are preferred, payable to TWUMC. Flu shots will be available before and after the luncheon. CAPE COD TRIP DOCUMENTATION MEETING Thursday, September 7 If you plan to go on the Cape Cod trip, September 10 – 16, please plan to attend this meeting to obtain your trip documents. For more information, contact Helen Burgdorf at 713.822.5728. SENIOR ADULT GAME NIGHT Friday, September 8 | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in Aldersgate Hall Join us for a night of fun, fellowship, games and light refreshments. Games include Mexican train, bridge, hand and foot, and Rummikube. $1 per person. For more information, contact Ann and Jerry Armstrong at 281.419.2666 or Jerry and Lil Whitehouse at 225.937.4893. Everyone is invited! Please bring a snack. LUNCH BUNCH Tuesday, September 12 | 11:00 a.m. at Mi Rancho This month we are meeting at Mi Rancho (19189 I-45S in Shenandoah). All the chips and salsa you can eat will be provided! Reservations are due by Monday, September 11. For more information, contact Dolly Loftiss at 210.844.2062. THE GATHERING PLACE PLANNING MEETING Wednesday, September 27 | 9:30 a.m. in The Loft Green Room The Gathering Place will not meet this month, but volunteers will gather to plan upcoming events. For more information, contact Chuck and Jean Abernathy at 936.449.6450. AN AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES Friday, September 29 | 2:30 p.m. in the Music Suite Come see the movie West Side Story. Snacks will be served. RSVP by Tuesday, September 26 by signing up or by calling Dee and Dave Megee at 281.364.7114. All senior adults are welcome.
GOLDENAIRES CHOIR Tuesdays | 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Music Suite The Goldenaires, our senior adult choir, is the perfect way for you to spread joy through singing. This group is open to those 55 and older and is directed by Stephen Jones, The Woodlands UMC’s Music Associate and Organist. Performances include providing beautiful anthems once a month for the 8:30 a.m. worship service in Robb Chapel and singing at community events for Interfaith, The Gathering Place, and area nursing homes. We would love to have you join us! No audition is required. For more information, contact Ed Wandling at 281.355.0053. Did you know that singing can improve your health? sixwise.com Singing, particularly in a chorus, seems to benefit the elderly particularly well. As part of a three-year study examining how singing affects the health of those 55 and older, a Senior Singers Chorale was formed by the Levine School of Music in Washington, D.C. The seniors involved in the chorale (as well as seniors involved in two separate arts groups involving writing and painting) showed significant health improvements compared to those in the control groups. Specifically, the arts groups reported an average of: fewer doctor visits, fewer eyesight problems, less incidence of depression, less need for medication and fewer falls and other injuries. SENIOR FITNESS Tuesdays & Fridays | 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall Join us up to twice a week for a muscle toning workout for men and women featuring strength training and some stretching using hand weights, tubes and chairs. Lite body sculpting is an unintimidating, less strenuous class with modifications for any fitness level. Segments include warm-up, strength, stretching and cool-down. There is no charge. Please wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. For more information please contact Jackie Martini at 281.451.3844. SINGLE LIFE WIDOWS Fridays, September 8 & 22 This new group is designed to offer support and create fellowship, as we discover new ways of doing life alone. Friday, September 8 | Breakfast at Forest Café and field trip to the Heritage Museum in Conroe
YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A FREE YMCA MEMBERSHIP
Your Medicare health plan, Medicare Supplement carrier or group retiree plan may include SilverSneakers as part of your benefit package. If so you will get (free of charge): • Access to the YMCA (both 6145 Shadowbend and 8100 Ashlane Way) • Optional SilverSneakers classes led by certified instructors • Health education seminars and fun social events To find out, simply contact John Hennigan at 832.563.8772 or john.hennigan@ymcahouston.org and give him your name as it appears on your insurance card, and your birthdate. He will be able to tell you if you are eligible.
Friday, September 22 | Trip to the George Bush Library in College Station and lunch at Madden’s Casual Gourmet If you would like to be notified of upcoming events, contact Terry Loughridge at 281.297.5932 or tloughridge@twumc.org MEN’S BOOK STUDY Wednesdays, September 13 & 27 | 10:00 a.m., Infant Care Room Join us for a men’s book study/Bible study, which meets twice a month. Contact Jerry Barney at 281.826.323 for more information. PEGGY’S BOOK CLUB Tuesday, September 19 | Noon – 2:00 p.m. in Allen Parlor Bring a brown bag for lunch, we will discuss the book A Man Called Ove by Frederick Blackman. Coffee and cookies will be provided. Contact Libby Heintz at 936.271.7660 for more information. Everyone is welcome – men and women! WANT TO READ AHEAD? October 17 | The Flight of the Sparrow by Amy Belding Brown November 21 | One Man’s Christmas by Leon Hale
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Senior Fitness 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall Labor Day Church offices closed Senior Fitness 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall Prime Timers 11:15 a.m. in Wesley Hall Cape Cod Documentation Meeting 2:00 p.m. in Jones Library Senior Fitness 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall Single Life Widows Forest Café and Heritage Museum in Conroe Senior Adult Game Night 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in Aldersgate Hall Cape Cod Trip Departs Senior Fitness 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall Lunch Bunch 11:00 a.m. at Mi Rancho Goldenaires Rehearsal 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Music Suite Men’s Book Study 10:00 a.m. in the Infant Care Room Senior Fitness 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall Cape Cod Trip Returns Senior Fitness 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall Peggy’s Book Club Noon – 2:00 p.m. in Allen Parlor Goldenaires Rehearsal 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Music Suite Senior Fitness 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall Single Life Widows trip to George Bush Library/Madden’s Gourmet Senior Fitness 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall Goldenaires Rehearsal 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Music Suite The Gathering Place Planning Meeting 9:30 a.m. in The Loft Green Room Men’s Book Study 10:00 a.m. in the Infant Care Room Senior Fitness 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. in Aldersgate Hall An Afternoon at the Movies 2:30 – 5:00 p.m. in the Music Suite
A LOOK INTO FALL SINGLE LIFE WIDOWS
TRIP TO MAGNOLIA MARKET IN WACO, TEXAS Friday, October 13 Contact Terry Loughridge at 281.297.5932 or tloughridge@twumc.org
TRIP TO THE INTERNATIONAL QUILT FESTIVAL HOUSTON
Friday, November 3 Leave the church at 9:00 a.m. and return about 4:00 p.m. We will take a bus to Quilt Festival Houston at George R. Brown Convention Center. For more information, please contact Helen Burgdorf at 713.822.5728.
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