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Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything, by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. --- Philippians 4: 5-6 |
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ADULT MINISTRIES & CLASSES TUESDAY NOON BOOK STUDY Woman
to Woman (W2W) W2W
meets Tuesday at noon. W2W
is for all ages of women during the lunch hour.
Bible Studies and Christian novels are read and discussed. New
study to begin Jan 26 Room
127
in the Education Wing Grace
in Thine Eyes By
Liz Curtis Higgs In
her novel, Grace in Thine Eyes, Liz Curtis Higgs uses
idyllic setting and powerful characterization to captivate readers with
19th-century Scotland. Grace
in Thine Eyes
is based loosely on the mysterious life of biblical heroine Dinah in
Genesis 34. For more information http://www.lizcurtishiggs.com/Fiction/Grace/Grace.htm
W2W
will begin new study Feb 16, 24 Hours That Changed the World By
Adam Hamilton (see below for more information) IF YOU WOULD LIKE A BOOK
FOR 24 Hours that Changed the World please contact the church
office by Feb 3 rd. 392-6001 LET’S GET FIT IN 2010 Tai
Chi
- basic 24 form Yang style Beginning
Feb 3 class
meets on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th Wed
of each month. No class on the 4th
Wed 5:30pm
– 6:30pm FUMC’s
Children’s Chapel or weather permitting the courtyard Yang
24 From Tia chi is a soft marital art from individuals of all ages and
fitness levels. Tai Chi promotes relaxation, flexibility, and
concentration. Tai chi practice is excellent for reducing tension and
stress. In only 20 minutes a day, gain the health benefits of Tai chi
– increased strength and energy, better balance and improved bodily
awareness. Excellent for beginning students, those who want an
alternative to jogging or aerobic and those with limited time for
exercise. No
mats required only comfy clothes. Led
by Cindy Ybarra, RN, Wesley Nurse, El Buen Pastor United Methodist Church EVERYTHING
YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT MEN’S HEALTH (but
were afraid to ask) A
lecture and Dialog about Men and for MEN only. “I
don’t do anything until I see blood.” Are
you like many other men who avoid healthcare like a plague? Have you
ever wished for the chance to talk to a doctor in a relaxed,
non-clinical setting about health issues that most interest or concern
you? Then please join us for the presentation and conversation about
men’s health issues. When:
Thursday, Feb 18, 7:00pm – 8:00pm Where:
El Buen Pastor UMC, 209 E. Grove St., San Marcos, TX 78666 Who:
All adult men. (sons are also invited, but must be accompanied by their
dads.) Our
very own Dr. Greg Moore, a San Marcos internist, will be on hand to
speak openly and in layman’s language about the health issues that
most concern men and to give straightforward answers to young questions.
Wednesday Night Classes 7:00pm Keystone
Young adults, Singles, and Married Webster's defines keystone
as the wedge-shaped piece at the crown of an arch that locks the other pieces in place, or
something on which other associated pieces depend for support Come to the Keystone. We want to
build on top of a firm foundation in Christ, support each other in prayer, and uphold our
community with service. Come fellowship with your brothers and sisters, study the word of God and
spend time in prayer. Let Keystone be the mid-week fellowship you need to keep those pieces
of your life in place. GriefShare
You don’t have to go through the
grieving process alone. GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of
people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most
difficult experiences. GriefShare seminars and support groups are led by
people who understand what you are going through and want to help.
You’ll gain access to valuable GriefShare resources to help you
recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life. A
13-week GriefShare Seminar and Support Group will begin on Wednesday,
Feb 3, 7:00 – 9:00pm. Room
207 above Todd Hall kitchen Child care is available by
registration. Call the church office 391-6001.
Check out more information on line at
http://www.griefshare.org/
We have
childcare available. Contact the church office to reserve your spot in
our class and to register for child care to ensure we have the
appropriate teacher/student ratios. 512 392-6001 24 Hours
That Changed the World By
Adam Hamilton 7
week Video Driven Study Beginning
Wednesday night, February 17 – March 31 Time
TBA No
single event in human history has received more attention than the
suffering and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. In his inspiring study 24
Hours That Changed the World, Adam Hamilton guides us, step by step,
through the last day of Jesus’ life. Each session is designed to help
us experience and understand the significance of Jesus' suffering and
death in a way we have never done before. Whether
you are a long-time Christian or are simply curious about the story of
Christ's crucifixion, you are invited to join in the retracing the last
24 hours of Jesus' life. IF
YOU WOULD LIKE A BOOK FOR 24 Hours that Changed the World please
contact the church office by Feb 3 rd
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY crochets and knits for people in the congregation that are ill, recovering, celebrating life and for widows or widowers as comfort. We welcome anyone that is interested in participating in this Prayer Shawl Ministry of love. Come be a Prayer Shawl Crokni!
OFFICE
ANGELS are
the extra hands who share their time and talents in partnership with the
church staff to help with various office duties.
If you are interested in becoming an Office Angel please call the
church office.
SOCIETY OF ST.
STEPHEN is a ministry to the indigent in the community through |
is
based on Jesus' command to love one another. Through confidential,
one-to-one caring relationships, people who are hurting can receive
support, love and care from Stephen Ministers who are trained in this
type of distinctively Christian care-giving. If you or someone you
know is going through a difficult time and need someone to listen, to care,
and to share God's love, call our Referral Coordinator Carolyn
Benitez at 396-0595. All inquiries are strictly confidential.
THE
PRAYER ROOM is a wonderful place to meet with the Lord in prayer and
meditation. Our prayer request list is kept here in order that you may
come and offer up prayers for others.
THE UNITED METHODIST
WOMEN (UMW) is an organization open to all women of the Church whose
purpose is to expand one another’s understanding and participation in
missions both locally and globally. UMW offers many opportunities
of fellowship through circle meetings, educational studies, spiritual
growth, and fund raisers throughout the year. 
THE UNITED METHODIST MEN
(UMM) is an organization open to all men of the Church that actively
supports programs such as Boy Scouts and foreign missions in 
THE
MISSIONS
are an important part of First UMC.