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January, 2019 Volume 48 Issue 1 First United Methodist Church “Serving Him by serving others.” 1006 16 th Street Hondo, Texas 78861 (830) 426-2073 www.fumchondo.com [email protected] Office Hours... Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Church Staff... Pastor , Rev. Dr. Lonnie Phillips [email protected] Music Director, Susan Phillips [email protected] Secretary, Shannon Rothe [email protected] Wesley Nurse, Janet Crain (830)426-5532 [email protected] Custodians, Ramon Martinez Angelica Martinez Jessica Gomez Nursery Attendants, Sherry Hartnett Rosario Robles In this Issue... Pastors Pen Health & Wellness Memorials Liturgists & Assistants Calendar The Pastor’s Pen Rev. Dr. Lonnie Phillips “Something New!” We did something new! Believe it! Something new! Even our own Bishop Robert Schnase has recognized that we did something new in our effort to reach new people for Christ. Our effort as part of a nine month experiment involved designing and implementing some new effort to reach out into the community. So Tricia Boll, Katelin Buescher, Robert Schmidt and myself met with our Rio Texas Conference facilitator, Rev. Karen Horan and four other church groups via video. Over several months the plan came together. Taking advantage of Hondos Christmas in Gods Country two booths were secured. From one booth bread, bibles, bottled water and brochures with the Churchs advent and Christmas service listed were handed out during the day. The other booth was a picture booth manned by Emily and Karmen Duron with the help of numerous families. We were intentional to target young families with children. Photos were taken and information gathered. The photo and an invitation to worship were sent to all. I have to admit simply doing this for the first time was a smashing success. Getting visibility in the community is important. Its one step. Its one seed sown. The harvest awaits. I cant thank you enough, church for everyones cooperation to have helped make this event possible. From the big banners, to designing the brochures, to bread bakers, bottled water label appliers, to photo booth helpers, and bible dispensers, you all were fantastic. Doing something new to reach new people for Jesus Christ can be both work and fun. May this same spirit continue in the new year. Gods spirit will continue to provide what we need. This is my new years prayer! Blessings, Lonnie

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January, 2019

Volume 48 Issue 1

First United Methodist Church

“Serving Him by serving others.” 1006 16th Street

Hondo, Texas 78861 (830) 426-2073

www.fumchondo.com [email protected]

Office Hours... Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Church Staff... Pastor, Rev. Dr. Lonnie Phillips

[email protected]

Music Director, Susan Phillips [email protected]

Secretary, Shannon Rothe [email protected]

Wesley Nurse, Janet Crain (830)426-5532

[email protected]

Custodians, Ramon Martinez

Angelica Martinez Jessica Gomez

Nursery Attendants, Sherry Hartnett Rosario Robles

In this Issue... Pastor’s Pen Health & Wellness Memorials Liturgists & Assistants Calendar

The Pastor’s Pen Rev. Dr. Lonnie Phillips

“Something New!”

We did something new! Believe it! Something new! Even our own Bishop Robert Schnase has recognized that we did something new in our effort to reach new people for Christ.

Our effort as part of a nine month experiment involved designing and implementing some new effort to reach out into the community. So Tricia Boll, Katelin Buescher, Robert Schmidt and myself met with our Rio Texas Conference facilitator, Rev. Karen Horan and four other church groups via video. Over several months the plan came together. Taking advantage of Hondo’s Christmas in God’s Country two booths were secured. From one booth bread, bibles, bottled water and brochures with the Church’s advent and Christmas service listed were handed out during the day. The other booth was a picture booth manned by Emily and Karmen Duron with the help of numerous families. We were intentional to target young families with children. Photos were taken and information gathered. The photo and an invitation to worship were sent to all. I have to admit simply doing this for the first time was a smashing success. Getting visibility in the community is important. It’s one step. Its one seed sown. The harvest awaits.

I can’t thank you enough, church for everyone’s cooperation to have helped make this event possible. From the big banners, to designing the brochures, to bread bakers, bottled water label appliers, to photo booth helpers, and bible dispensers, you all were fantastic.

Doing something new to reach new people for Jesus Christ can be both work and fun. May this same spirit continue in the new year. God’s spirit will continue to provide what we need. This is my new year’s prayer! Blessings, Lonnie

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Joy Shared During the Christmas Season Nine kids and eight adults

went Christmas Caroling on Sunday afternoon, December 16, visiting both nursing homes in Hondo as well as the homes of eight persons. The joy the music brought was evident in the smiles and greetings from all; many joined in singing the familiar songs of Christmas.

Christmas in God’s Country On Saturday, December 8th,

our church had two booths at Christmas in God’s Country. Both booths had many items to give away-apparently a novel idea at such an event. We gave away home-made loaves of bread, bottles of water, decorated post-it note pads and pocket Bibles. We also had brochures about our Wesley Nurse available. We had a photo booth complete with Christmas props, and gave the photos away.

Many, many people visited our booth and it took some convincing on our part that indeed we were giving everything away. This was a community outreach effort on our part, and was funded by the Rio Texas Vitalization Experiment that our church is currently participating in.

Through our photo booth, we were able to visit with many people from Hondo who gave us their contact information which we used to mail their photos . In the photo packet, we

included information about our Children’s Christmas program, the Christmas Eve service, and our Sunday worship services.

A huge thanks to those who made, packaged, and labeled the breads, bought and labeled the waters, decorated the post-it notes, made and decorated the booths, worked the booths, cleaned up afterward, provided costumes and props, and actively pursued people to come to our booths!

It’s amazing what we can accomplish when our multi-

generational church works side by side.

Salvation Army Bell Ringers On Friday, December 21 and

Saturday, December 22 we had a great bunch of bell ringers come out and stand outside of Walmart for one hour shifts. The weather was wonderful and the folks out shopping were plentiful and generous.

Our two days brought in over $1,500 for Salvation Army, which will be used right here in Hondo to help the needy of Medina County. Thank you to all who volunteered their time this year. You make a difference

in the lives of others.

Pictured above: Carolers at Florine Carmen’s and Hasey Hollmig’s homes.

Pictured below: Some photo booth helpers and participants at our booth for Christmas in God’s Country.

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The Children and Youth Christmas Play

Another FUMC Christmas play in the books. This year we had a young cast and they did a great job. As Karman narrated the story of the birth of Jesus, the crew posed for “snapshots.” They sang their little hearts out and provided lots of memories and laughs for he congregation. Most of all - we remembered the true meaning of Christmas by ending in a birthday celebration for Jesus.

Thank you to Emily Duron and Susan Phillips as well as our talented cast.

Cade Aelvoet, Colten Aelvoet, Eloise Buescher, Allen Duff,

Helen Duff, Ian Duff, Karman Duron, Ashlynn Elder

Brent Frosch, Jessa Frosch Kenna Herrmann, Layton Herrmann, Mabry Herrmann Brittany Hoelting,

Charlotte Lindeman, Olivia Lindeman

Rand Redden, Liturgist: Reece Redden

Success By: Adrianna

Young

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our incredibly generous congregation. Our Angel Tree Mission Project has been another great success because of each and every one of you. You are such a blessing to our community. Our Angel Tree recipients will have a special Christmas because of you.

UMW News By: Janice Highsmith

The first UMW meeting of 2019 will be held January 2 at the home of Pat Ditsch (1239 CR 341). A carpool to Pat’s house will leave from the church at 9:15 a.m. The program, “A Sisterhood of Grace,” will be presented by Janice Highsmith. Ethel Martin is the Five-Minute response reporter. We will also discuss important activities for the revitalization experiment.

Thank you to all who gave to the Sock Tree this year. The socks will be distributed through the Food Pantry to needy individuals. Your generosity means a lot to those who will have warm feet this winter. Your extra donations of food items to the Food Pantry are sincerely appreciated, also.

Sunday School Update This year in our Children’s

Sunday School classes, we will be learning about the McCormick family, missionaries in Mozambique, Africa, along with our Bible stories. I would like to thank everyone who has volunteered to teach our children this year. Marcy Rothe, Lorine Hackebeil, Jan Weems, and Brandy Redden will be our January teachers. Margie Strickler Children’s Director

Food Pantry Drive Sunday, Jan. 6

Our Food Drive for the Medina County Food Pantry continues on Communion Sunday, January 6. Please remember to bring cans of food to fill our bins. The donation bins will be in the narthex for your convenience. Thank you also for contributing to the Sock Tree which provides new, fresh socks to Food Pantry clients. Thank you all so much for your participation in this ministry! Thank you also to those who contribute financially allowing us to purchase goods to stock the shelves! (Thank you used three times. Obviously I am very grateful for your generosity!)

Thank You! Dear FMC,

Thank you for allowing the Medina County homeschool drama troupe to practice in your space. Your support has been a blessing and a positive impact on young creatives in the community.

Sincerely, Stephanie Schoelleman Drama Instructor Thank you to the

wonderful carolers that visited my home on Sunday, Dec. 16. I thoroughly enjoyed your visit and singing! You are a blessing to our congregation.

Merry Christmas, Sarah Moss

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If you are like most people, you feel cold every now and then during the winter. What you may not know is that just being really cold can make you very sick.

Older adults can lose body heat fast—faster than when they were young. Changes in your body that come with aging can make it harder for you to be aware of getting cold. A big chill can turn into a dangerous problem before an older person even knows what's happening. Doctors call this serious problem hypothermia. Hypothermia is what happens when your body temperature gets very low. For an older person, a body temperature of 95°F or lower can cause many health problems, such as a heart attack, kidney problems, liver damage, or worse.

Being outside in the cold, or even being in a very cold house, can lead to hypothermia. Living in a cold house, apartment, or other building can cause hypothermia. In fact, hypothermia can happen to someone in a nursing home or group facility if the rooms are not kept warm enough. If someone you know is in a group facility, pay attention to the inside temperature and to whether that person is dressed warmly enough. Try to stay away from cold places, and pay attention to how cold it is where you are. You can take steps to lower your chance of getting hypothermia.

Here are some tips for keeping warm while you're inside:

Set your heat to at least 68–70°F. To save on heating bills, close off rooms you are not using. Close the vents and shut the doors in these rooms. Place a rolled towel in front of all doors to keep out drafts.

Check the batteries on your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, and buy updated ones if needed.

Make sure your house isn't losing heat through windows. Keep your blinds and curtains closed. If you have gaps around the windows, try using weather stripping or caulk to keep the cold air out.

Dress warmly on cold days even if you are staying in the house. Throw a blanket over your legs. Wear socks and slippers with non-skid soles. Avoid walking around your home in only socks to prevent slips and falls.

When you go to sleep, wear long underwear under your pajamas, and use extra covers. Wear a cap or hat.

Make sure you eat enough food to keep up your weight. If you don't eat well, you might have less fat under your skin. Body fat helps you to stay warm.

If you use a portable heater, make sure that you plug it directly into the wall outlet. Never use an extension cord and make sure that the area around the heater is free from drapes, furniture, newspapers or anything flammable.

Be prepared for a power outage. Make sure that you have access to a flashlight and a battery-powered radio. Have plenty of warm blankets and a supply of non-perishable food.

Let the sunshine in. Sunshine, and the Vitamin D it imparts to your body, is key in battling the winter blues. Try your best to get fresh air and some

natural light every day, even if it’s just to walk the dog or check the mail. If it’s particularly cold, open your blinds and spend some time sitting by the window. Don’t underestimate the value of light and sunshine in helping your energy level and your overall winter attitude.

Seniors and caregivers often face an increasing sense of isolation; proactively fight the winter blues by keeping in touch with friends and family members during the colder months. Make appointments to meet for coffee, take a bundled-up walk, or set aside time for a longer phone call with friends on a regular basis. Take special care of others you know who are primarily homebound, and may be feeling lonely or in need of help running errands. Helping others is an excellent way to feel connected.

The information for this article was taken from the websites: National Institute on Aging www.nia.nih.org/; Senior Advisor www.senioradvisor.com/; and 4elders.org www.4elders.org/. For more information, pick up the handouts from the health information table, or see me in my office.

Blessings, Janet Crain Janet Crain, RN, is a Wesley Nurse

with Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. Methodist Healthcare Ministries’ Wesley Nurse program is a faith-based, holistic health and wellness program committed to serving the least served through education, health promotion and collaboration with individual and community in achieving improved wellness through self-empowerment. Learn more at www.mhm.org.

Health & Wellness Janet Crain, RN, Wesley Nurse

Cold Weather Safety

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Our Prayer Concerns Ralene Bodovinitz

Chris & Cati Brown Mary Brownfield

Sandy Clinton Joe Cross

Deby Dycus Linda Fillinger Rick Franklin

Larry Goodman Ralph Gilliam

Steve Hackebeil Tracy Halliburton

Alice Herrera Dante Hoelting

Faith Hope T.J. Lackey

Patricia Long Jody Lutz

Homer Martin Mary Midget Doug Nelson

Christina Oranday Rudy Quintanilla

Eric Rothe J.D. Schmidt Cody Smith

Shirley Stevens Curt Van DeWalle

Jan Weems Chris Young

Diane & Brian Zdeb Mary Zdeb

In sympathy to family and friends

of Jim Barton.

Nursing Home Residents: Bettie Cogburn Bonnie Groff Joe Kailipaka

Carolyn E. Muennink

Our Troops: Erik Arias

William E. Bryant Emerson Cooper

Joe Frank Garcia, III Chauncy Krol T. J. Littlefield

James McTaggart, III Kevin Rothe

Bryan Thompson

In Memoriam... The following memorials have been received since our last newsletter.

In Memory of:

Elsie Kotowski Yvonne, Libby & Tobin Nations

Mike & Betty Crowell

EdWinnie McWhirter Dr. John & Gain Meyer & Family

Sam Bybee Sarah Gray

Hondo Line Dancers Jim Bailey

Jackie Decker Billy & Cheryl Stroud

Yvonne, Libby & Tobin Nations

Our condolences to the family on the loss of their loved one.

January Assistants Liturgists Jan. 6 Bob Hart Jan. 13 Miles Hutson Jan. 20 Youth Jan. 27 Jack Burris

Finance Counters Jan. 6 Tad Wooten Jan. 13 Louise Meyer Jan. 20 Eric Rothe Jan. 27 Joan Lindeman

Trustee Counters Jan. 6 Robert Schmidt Jan. 13 Brenda Prestage Jan. 20 Lorine Hackebeil Jan. 27 Robert Schmidt Children’s Sunday School Jan. 6 Marcy Rothe Jan. 13 Lorine Hackebeil Jan. 20 Jan Weems Jan. 27 Brandy Redden

The Newsletter can be seen in full COLOR online at

www.fumchondo.com

Worship Attendance Nov. 25 85 Dec. 2 113 Dec. 9 110 Dec. 16 130 Dec. 23 108 Dec. 24 130

Office Update Pastor Lonnie had knee re-

placement surgery on Dec. 27, and will be out at least three weeks. We will have guest preachers Jan 6 - Mike Cave, and Jan. 13- Sandy Robinson.

Sandy Robinson will handle any pastoral emergencies that arise during this time.

Areas of Service!! Sound System Operators

We are in need of a couple of volunteers willing to learn how to operate the sound sys-tem. Ted Lindeman will train all who are interested. Please contact the church office. Children’s Sunday School

Please prayerfully consider joining our children’s ministry. Lessons will be provided. Con-tact the church office.

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Financial Report November 30, 2018

2018 Approved Budget: $318,794.00

($26,566.17 monthly)

General Fund $14,510.81 Income: 23,561.88 Expense: 21,692.58 Balance: $ 16,380.11

Building Fund $229,178.88 Income: 2,065.34 Expense: 74,442.00 Balance: $156,802.22

Building Fund Includes: Maintenance -453.66 New Fellowship Hall 30485.97 Addition & Reno. 126,769.91

Memorial Fund $18,995.79 Income: 3.66 Error Correction: 1,950.00 Balance: $17,0049.45

Altar Fund $1,640.36 Income: .13 Expense: 0.00 Balance: $1,640.63

Scholarship Fund $32,957.46 October’s financial statements are available in the church office.

Cornerstone Assistance Network

Mission: To assess and respond to community needs and establish a centralized location where those in need can be put in touch with appropriate help.

At Cornerstone the goal is to help those in need using local resources available to us which includes management/budgeting assistance. If the person in need completes all the recommendations required, we may be able to assist more than once a year.

Most requests for assistance are for utility bills ranging from $450.00 to over $1,000.00 for just one month with most around $700.00 to $800.00. Cornerstone also gives individuals referrals to a Weatherization Program thru AACOG to help lower their monthly bills; to Lifeline.com, Qlink or Link America for help with phone bills; and a few have been referred to Janet Crain for help with medical/transportation expenses.

Cornerstone is funded by donations from four Hondo area churches, however, they receive referrals from all of Medina County. Cornerstone has access to some of the Salvation Army Funds collected at Christmas. Here at FUMC, we took up a collection on Christmas Eve for this ministry. Also, there will be a fundraiser in February, BBQ plates will be distributed from our parking lot. When tickets go on sale be sure to support this worthy cause.

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Additions & Renovations Project

The picture on the left is the hallway through the old nursery to the addition. The pictures above are of the windows in the hallway to the new restrooms. In the picture on the right you can see the handicapped ramp to parking by the garage. Drop by and check out the progress.

Advertising and Promotion $500.00 Music $1,000.00

Altar Rail Expense $500.00 MYF $500.00

Apportionment Nursery Supplies $500.00

Administration $3,831.00 Off/Church Equip Maint & Repair $3,000.00

Conference Benevolences $6,426.00 Office Supplies/Postage $4,000.00

General & Jurisdictional $8,180.00 Parsonage Util/Maint $7,500.00

Hill Country District $466.00 Pension/Disab/Health Ins/Annuit $19,134.00

District Ministries $2,000.00 Pro Exp Reimbursements $7,500.00

Ministerial Support $3,922.00 Christmas Bonus $1,500.00

Pensions $2,889.00 Janitor $18,000.00

Background Checks $300.00 Music Director $23,562.00

Building Maint & Repairs $7,500.00 Nursery Attendant $4,300.00

Capital Improvements $20,000.00 Office Manager $23,868.00

CARE Comm-Cards, Postage $75.00 Office Sub $500.00

Charitable Contributions Expenses $0.00 Pastor $66,300.00

Church History/Archives $100.00 Treasurer $5,000.00

College Ministries $500.00 Total Salaries $143,030.00

Communications/Website $560.00 Scholarship Subsidy $1,500.00

Conferences Delegates $1,750.00 SPR/Gifts $1,000.00

Education $1,500.00 Staff/Lay Leader Travel Exp $500.00

Evangelism and Special Events $750.00 Taxes $6,200.00

Five Star Goals $125.00 Tuition & Education $200.00

Honoraria $1,000.00 Utilities/Telephone - Church $25,000.00

Insurance Expense $10,760.00 Vacation Bible School $1,000.00

Kitchen/Restroom/Janitor Supp $2,500.00 Wesley Nurse $1,000.00

Lawn Maintenance $4,000.00 Health Committee $300.00

Mission $4,120.00 Worship Resources & Supplies $4,000.00

Total Expense $311,118.00

Budget 2019 46 Pledges received for 2019 = $148,200.00

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Equipping the Saints January 26, 2019

First UMC Kerrville 321 Thompson Drive,

Kerrville TX “& I will show you a still more

excellent way.” I Corinthians 12:31b

JOIN BISHOP ROBERT

SCHNASE IN WORSHIP AND AS OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER

LIGHT on the HILL @ Mount Wesley

It’s a new day at Mount Wesley! Come and learn how this treasured Conference Campus is being utilized.in new ways to glorify God.

Register soon for a great day of learning, fellowship & good food

CHOICES FOR WORKSHOP

MORNING SESSIONS UMARMY – Bonnie Bevers,

Bandera UMC – To help young people grow in their faith through serving others.

LOCAL CHURCH TRUSTEES Bill Knobles – Conference Board of Trustees Chair.

HOW DOES YOUR CHURCH COMMUNICATE – Will Rice – Conference Media Center.

SOME ONE HELP ME! RECRUITING & RETAINING SERVANT LEADERS – Kelly Duke – Associate Pastor Sierra Vista UMC, San Angelo .

YOUTH FOR VOLUNTEER, STAFF, & CLERGY LEADERS – Ruben Saenz – Associate Pastor Bulverde UMC, San Antonio.

MINISTERING WHEN THE END IS NEAR – Pam Traver, Hill Country Memorial Hospital, Chaplain

DIFFERENT TOGETHER IN DISASTER RESPONSE– ERT/VIM TEAMS – Rick Mergen, North Shore UMC, Pam Elliott, District VIM Coordinator.

MISSION 101 & YOUR CHURCH IN THE US – George Barnette, FUMC Johnson City & Becky Baxter Ballou – FUMC Eagle Pass, Mission: Border Hope.

LAY SERVANT MINISTRY - Scott Maderer, Lakehills UMC, Hill Country District.

LOCAL CHURCH LAYLEADER – Glenn Andrew, Kerrville FUMC, HCD Lay Leader.

LOCAL CHURCH PARTNERSHIP WITH WESLEY NURSE – Liz Thomas, RN & Paul Harris, Hunt UMC.

A PRAYERFUL WAY FORWARD – Laura Merrill, RTC Assistant to the Bishop & Ralph Thompson, Grape Creek UMC, San Angelo – Called General Conference, February 2019.

WORSHIP IN THE WESLEYAN TRADITION – Colleen Haley, Assistant to the West & Hill Country District Superintendent & Scott Bradford, FUMC San Angelo

CHOICES FOR WORKSHOP

AFTERNOON SESSIONS LOCAL CHURCH SPRC/PPRS –

Andy Smith, Hill Country & West District Superintendent.

MISSION 101 & YOUR CHURCH ACROSS THE BORDER – George Barnette, FUMC Johnson City & Roberto Gomez, Mexico Methodist Church Northern District Piedras Negras District Superintendent.

RIO TEXAS CONFERENCE IMMIGRATION AND BORDER MINISTRIES RESPONSE – Abel Vega, Director of Outreach Vitality, The Mission Vitality Center, Rio Texas Conference

PRAYER AS A PRACTICE OF HOSPITALITY – Celia Halfacre, Pastor, Lakehills UMC – How can prayer create a hospitable space within a worship service or within your own life?

LOCAL CHURCH FINANCE – Debbie Steinbach, FUMC Brady - The ministry of the committee on finance is to nurture the financial vitality of the congregation.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT MT. WESLEY – David Payne, Beth Palmer, Tina Box & Theresa Standage. All will gather to hear the news and then leave for the Mt. Wesley tour.

TRUSTED CON CONFIANZA – Tanya Campen – In person training, Jan 26, 2019, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. REGISTER ONLINE AT CONFERENCE WEB SITE. REGISTER WITH HCD OFFICE FOR LUNCH BEFORE THE TRAINING.

Please contact the church

office, 830.426.2073 or [email protected] to sign up. The church will pay for lunch for the attendees.

Deadline to sign-up is January 14.

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First United Methodist Church (830) 426-2073 www.fumchondo.com

[email protected]

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

31 Offices Closed

1 Offices Closed

2 9:30am

Meeting at Pat Ditsch’s home

6:00pm-Choir Practice 6:00pm-Cub Scout

Meeting

3 9:00am-Backpack

Ministry 9:00am-Walk Aerobics 6:30pm-Wolf Den

Meeting

4 8:30am-4:00pm Church Office Open

5

6 Epiphany Sunday 8:30am-Fellowship 9:00am-Sunday School 10:00am-Communion

Service

7 6:00pm-Bears Den

Meeting 7:00pm-Boy Scouts

8 9:00am-Walk Aerobics 4:00pm- Food Pantry

Board Meeting 6:30pm-Boy Scout

Committee Meeting

9 6:00pm-Choir Practice 6:00pm-Cub Scout

Meeting

10 9:00am-Backpack

Ministry 9:00am-Walk Aerobics 6:30pm-Wolf Den

Meeting

11

12

13 Baptism of the Lord 8:30am-Fellowship 9:00am-Sunday School 10:00am-Worship

14 6:00pm-Finance

Committee Meeting 6:00pm-Bears Den

Meeting 7:00pm-Boy Scouts

15 9:00am-Walk Aerobics 5:30pm-Girl Scouts

16 9:00am-Revitalization

Team Meeting 4:00pm-Chapel of

God’s Country 6:00pm-Choir Practice 6:00pm-Cub Scout

Meeting

17 9:00am-Backpack

Ministry 9:00am-Walk Aerobics 6:30pm-Wolf Den

Meeting

18

19

20 8:30am-Fellowship 9:00am-Sunday School 10:00am-Worship

21 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

6:00pm-Administrative

Council Meeting 6:00pm-Bears Den

Meeting 7:00pm-Boy Scouts

22 9:00am-Walk Aerobics

Newsletter article deadline

23 6:00pm-Choir Practice 6:00pm-Cub Scout

Meeting

24 9:00am-Backpack

Ministry 9:00am-Walk Aerobics 6:30pm-Wolf Den

Meeting

25

26 Equipping the Saints Kerrville UMC

27

8:30am-Fellowship 9:00am-Sunday School 10:00am-Worship

28 6:15pm-Board of

Trustees Meeting 6:00pm-Bears Den

Meeting 7:00pm-Boy Scouts

29 9:00am-Walk Aerobics 5:30pm-Girl Scouts

30 9:00am-Newsletter

Prep and Mail 6:00pm-Choir Practice 6:00pm-Cub Scout

Meeting

31 9:00am-Backpack

Ministry 9:00am-Walk Aerobics 6:30pm-Wolf Den

Meeting

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Ministry Meetings UM Women

1st Wednesday - 9:30 am Medina County Food Pantry

1st Tuesday - 4:00 pm Walk Aerobics

Tuesdays & Thursdays - 9:00 am

Join us on Sunday 8:30 am - Fellowship Time

9:00 am - Adult Sunday School 10:00 am - Worship Service

10:30 am - Children’s Sunday School

Methodist Websites: First United Methodist, Hondo

http://www.fumchondo.com/ Hill Country District UMC

http://hcdumc.org/ Rio Texas Conference

http://riotexas.org/ United Methodist Church

http://www.umc.org/

First United Methodist Church “Serving Him by serving others.”

(830) 426-2073 www.fumchondo.com [email protected]

Do all the good you can, By all the means you can, In all the ways you can, In all the places you can, At all the times you can, To all the people you can, As long as ever you can. John Wesley

Important Dates Wed., Jan. 2 - 9:30 am, UMW Meeting

Fri., Jan. 4 - Church Office Open Mon., Jan. 14 - 6:00 pm, Finance Committee Meeting

Mon., Jan. 21 - 6:00 pm, Administrative Council Meeting Sat., Jan. 26 - 9:00 am, Equipping the Saints, Kerrville First UMC

Mon., Jan. 28 - 6:15 pm, Board of Trustees Meeting