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Let’s Keep Building Together

2009-06-28T19:17:00.001-05:00

Praise God, look at all the great things that happen when we work together. Celebrate with Donel, Bean, Vicki, Lauren, Joy, Annette, Jacqui, Akela, Wanda, and Jackie for painting our Habitat House on Saturday, June 27th. Our team is working and praying together with other volunteers to provide “sweat equity” in the heat to continue building a new home for a very special family. While exemplifying risk-taking mission and service coupled with extravagant generosity all are giving their best to make this house a great home. Today another level of building was accomplished. Thanks again to all who came together to build this home.

You are invited to build with us! Nu Faith’s final build date is August 1st from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. If you are 14 years of age and older, want to serve others, and have a willing spirit to help build a home, please email Nu Faith Community at PastorJai@NuFaith.org.

The first Father's Day

2009-06-16T21:03:00.003-05:00

DR. R. Thomas Webb, Minister, Williams Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church South, authorized the first Father's Day Service in America, at Fairmont, West Virginia on July 5, 1908.

2 Corinthians 5:17: The love of Christ controls us, because we are convinced that one has died for all; therefore, all have died. And he died for all that those who live might live no longer for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised. This was Dr. Webb’s favorite passage.

Dr. Robert Thomas Webb was the pastor at Williams Memorial Methodist Church South on two occasions: 1905-1908 and 1915-1918. He agreed to the first Father’s Day Service on the request of one of his parishioners, Mrs. Grace Golden Clayton on July 5, 1908.

Dr. Webb was born in Louisburg, North Carolina on August 30, 1866. He attended Randolph Macon College in 1890 at the age of 24. He then attended Vanderbilt Seminary where he graduated in 1902. He married his childhood sweetheart, Mary Adelaine Robertson of Virginia in 1898. They had three wonderful boys, but they all died young. Their first son Robert died in infancy. Twins came next, but one of them, Ruffner, also died in infancy. The other twin Vernon died in his teens - from smallpox.

After graduation, he was appointed to teach at the Barboursville Seminary of Morris Harvey College. He taught there in 1904 and 1905 and made a salary of $675.00. He attended church there where Rev. Fletcher Golden had pastored some thirty-five years before. When Dr. Webb came to Fairmont in 1905, one of his members was Grace Golden Clayton, daughter of Reverend Fletcher Golden. He would serve three years at the Williams Memorial Church. At the same time, he was appointed President of the Conference Board of Education and Chairman of the Morris Harvey College Board of Trustees. The great love he had for this church was reflected in him being appointed a second time in 1917. He led the way for the building of the present church at 301 Fairmont Avenue.

When the tragedy of Monogah broke on December 6, 1907, there was a bond between the Webb and Clayton family that led to the formation of the first Father’s Day Service. First, both had lost children in infancy; the Clayton's had already lost one child and would lose another two years later. And many children had likewise been killed in the Monogah Mine Explosion.Second, both had a compassion for the situation. Dr. Webb was a leading supporter among Fairmont area ministers collecting money for the families. The picture on the left is an appeal letter signed by Dr. Webb and other ministers in the Monogah and Fairmont area on January 2, 1908 for the miners’ families.

And Mrs. Clayton would be quoted in the September 23, 1939 newspaper by historian and author, Glenn Lough, as saying, “It was partially the explosion that it would be a blessed thing if fathers, not only mothers, were given a day for remembering, and honoring, that set me to think how important and loved most fathers are. All those lonely children and those heart-broken wives and mothers, made orphans and widows in a matter of a few minutes. Oh, how sad and frightening to have no father, no husband, to turn to at such an awful time.”

And third, a distinguished church member was Smith Hood, a Sunday School teacher, and manager of the Fairmont and Clarksburg Electric Railroad Company. Its parent owner, Consolidation Coal Company, was so impressed with him that he was asked to settle all the claims for over 300 family members, and that lasted 5 months. As he worked first hand with the families that must have made an impression on people who knew him at Williams Memorial Church.And so, the day was observed on July 5, 1908.Ward Downs, a prominent member of the church, wrote this letter to then State Congressman Arch Moore on August 10, 1972 when Congress was deciding on a date to nationalize Father’s Day. Congressman Moore never responded.

"It has recently come to my attention of a movement establishing a Father’s Day by an act of Congress to be observed the same as Mother’s Day. It was my privilege to have attended the first Father’s Day Service July 5, 1908, at the Williams Memorial M. E. Church, South, now the Central United Methodist Church, Fairmont, WV. The sermon was preached by Dr. R. T. Webb at the request of Mrs. Charles Clayton, a member of that congregation, and daughter of a Methodist minister. I recall the occasion very distinctly as the pulpit was decorated by having ripened sheaves of wheat placed about it. Many favorable comments by the individuals and the press were made concerning the service at that time. Any assistance you can give this movement will be very much appreciated by me and all the Methodists in this part of the country.”

There were three reasons why Fairmont was never considered as the birthplace for Father’s Day.

First, July 4, 1908 was the largest celebration in Fairmont history. Over 12,000 people saw dare devil acts, including a man roll atop a ball to the top of the adjacent Bank Building on a spiral stairway. There was also a hot air balloon show, and a day of games and eats that made headlines over the next few days.

Second, on Saturday evening, July 4, Miss Lucy Billingslea, only 16 years old, died of Typhoid Fever after being ill for 3 weeks. This wonderful adopted and only child of Colonel Morgan and Mrs. Billingslea, died at her house. When people arrived on Sunday July 5, they were shocked to learn about the death while thinking of the July 4 celebration. On Tuesday, July 6, the newspaper carried the obituary and the sermon of the funeral. 17 carriages lined up in front of the church. So exhausted was Dr. Webb that he took a fishing and hunting trip with fellow friends the next day. Therefore the church, city, or county never thought about promoting this event at all. In fact, the church, for many years, didn’t even observe the day.

And third, Grace Clayton was very quiet and unassuming person. She never publicly spoke about the event, wrote any letters to family or friends, or, as far as is known, even discussed it with any one else.

Following his first ministry in Fairmont in 1908 he would return to Charleston to First Church; then the Barboursville Church in 1912, back to Fairmont from 1915-1918 and St. Paul’s in Parkersburg until 1920. Then he became Conference Secretary of Education and Teacher at Morris Harvey and in 1922 he became the fifth President of Morris Harvey. President-elect Vaughn resigned before starting due to the financial difficulty of a $3,500 operating deficit. However, by the end of the first year Morris Harvey had a cash balance of $4,400 under President Webb. Frank Krebs’ book, Where There Is Faith: The Morris Harvey Story, 1888-1970, describes his tenure.

In 1925 he went to Clarksburg but returned to Morris Harvey in 1929 until 1931. He then went to Pikeville, Kentucky. In both 1926 and 1930 he was elected to General Conference. Dr. Webb would retire to Petersburg, Virginia and die there in 1939, the same year much of the branches of Methodist came together.

This information from a Sermon preached by Reverend D. D. Meighen, July 6, 2003, on the Ninety-Fifth Anniversary of the first Father's Day Service in America. Since no relatives remain, information comes from newspapers years ago, the Holston and Western Virginia Methodist Episcopal Church South Journals, and the Archives at West Virginia Wesleyan College in Buckhannon.

WHAT HAPPENED ON PENTECOST?

2009-05-29T22:15:00.012-05:00

Ten days after Jesus ascended into heaven, the twelve apostles, Jesus' mother and family, and many other of His disciples gathered together in Jerusalem for the Jewish harvest festival that was celebrated on the fiftieth day of Passover. While they were indoors praying, a sound like that of a rushing wind filled the house and tongues of fire descended and rested over each of their heads

This was the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on human flesh promised by God through the prophet Joel (Joel 2:28-29). The disciples were suddenly empowered to proclaim the gospel of the risen Christ. They went out into the streets of Jerusalem and began preaching to the crowds gathered for the festival. Not only did the disciples preach with boldness and vigor, but by a miracle of the Holy Spirit they spoke in the native languages of the people present, many who had come from all corners of the Roman Empire. This created a sensation. The apostle Peter seized the moment and addressed the crowd, preaching to them about Jesus' death and resurrection for the forgiveness of sins. The result was that about three thousand converts were baptized that day. (You can read the Biblical account of Pentecost in Acts 2:1-41)...more>>

The Faith Build Project for Habitat

2009-05-19T23:15:00.005-05:00

2 Corinthians 9: 7-8, 11 (New International Version) 7Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 8And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. 11You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.
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The gathering began around 8:00 am on a cloudy Saturday morning. Prayers are shared along with directions and instructions because a group of strangers have assembled to start building and changing lives. At the corner of Richey Road and Champions Forrest in Northwest Houston lots of prayers for families are being answered through the gift of service and sweat equity. Four United Methodist congregations of the Central North District are building a house together for a partner family in the Faith Build Project of Habitat for Humanity – Northwest Harris County.

Every weekend from April through August, teams from Faithbridge UMC, Lakewood UMC, Klein UMC, and Nu Faith Community UMC are hammering, raising walls, installing siding, painting, and serving together as they live into a risk-taking mission of building a house from the ground up. Our teams include all who want to serve including, teenagers, parents, neighbors, relatives, retirees, teachers, pastors, siblings, and new persons to our churches. The crew leaders work with everyone at all levels from the novice who has never used a hammer to the expert who builds homes.

Why give “sweat” to neighbors? Bill Bryant, who is the Habitat Volunteer of the Month and lay person from Lakewood said, “I’ve enjoyed giving my sweat equity and time to this mission for eight years. When people work together as partners for their home, it is an amazing feeling for me to be part of the whole experience. There are lots of mission opportunities but this one fits me the best and I keep coming back every year to serve.”

A teenager from Nu Faith said, “I volunteered but I was not sure that I could do something like build a house. Now I see that I can do anything with God.” Jacqui King offered the Faith Build Project as one of the confirmation class service projects. “It is a great blessing to our team to build a house and community together. Our team could not have raised the roofing trusses without the energy of both youth and adults working shoulder to shoulder.”

Gustavo Amador, new Habitat Project lead for Faithbridge UMC, believes that Habitat provides a way to show the compassion of Jesus Christ to all who are involved. “The people building the home are witnessing through their volunteerism to the people who need support for their home to be completed.” The partners believe that strangers and friends who love the Lord will come together on their behalf to do great work on their homes until completion.

What is at the heart of it all? Someone who needs a home works with people who believe in an awesome God who wants them to have a home. The Faith Build Project is greater than just building a house and connecting with the partner family. It is about the tears cried at night and the faith lived through love when Jesus tells us all to go and make disciples for Jesus Christ. Faith Build is one way United Methodist Churches in the Central North District have connected to say yes to the Lord!

It’s about 2:30 pm and all the clean-up is completed. We glance over our shoulder at what God has done through all who have gathered to serve. Warm hands connect, heads bow, and prayers are shared. What a day!
If you want to get your church involved for future Faith Build homes at Hamil Ranch contact Rachel Wright from Habitat for Humanity at 281-820-2307, http://www.habitatnwhc.org/. If you want to serve on this home, join us every Saturday from July 11 through August 1 at the site. Check out the slideshow at www.nufaith.org/habitat.html

Thank you over and over again,
Pastor Jacqui

Prayer for Students taking exams by Pastor Jacqui King:

2009-04-28T18:42:00.000-05:00

Phil. 4: 6-7 (Message Translation)
6-7Don't fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God's wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It's wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life.

Jeremiah 29: 11 (New International Version translation)For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Gracious and loving God, your help is needed right now for students taking exams. Cover all with comfort from the Holy Spirit because some are anxious, others are worried, and many are just tense about exams in general. Jesus Christ, we ask for your gifts of peace, rest, and a calm heart during this time. Guide them with your grace to do their best so that they can reap the rewards of many hours of study. Help all to forgive others and to be true friends to one another. Let the peace and love of Jesus Christ become real to each student. For you know the plans you have for all; we trust you to make them come alive as they excel in their studies. Thanks in advance for all that you freely give. In Jesus’ name we ask for all these blessing to come forth. Amen.
Prayer Resources:

Prayers for Armed Services:
http://www.gbod.org/worship/default.asp?act=reader&item_id=47640

Prayers for Families:
http://www.gbod.org/ministries/family/articles.asp?item_id=47280

Prayers for Mothers:
http://www.gbod.org/worship/default.asp?act=reader&item_id=46188&loc_id=733,32,51

Prayers for New Teen Drivers and Families:
http://www.gbod.org/worship/default.asp?act=reader&item_id=13242&loc_id=9,42

National Day of Prayer – Thursday, May 7, 2009
http://www.ndptf.org/

What are the 50 Days of Easter?

2009-04-28T17:38:00.002-05:00

Just as Sunday is the first and the eighth day, so the "great Sunday" of the fifty days of Eastertide/Pentecost begins with the day of the resurrection and continues through eight Sundays, an octave of Sundays, a "week of weeks." It has been suggested that the English expression "Whitsunday" derives from the French huit (eight), Pentecost being le huitième dimanche, the eighth Sunday of Easter. In the Fourth Gospel, the risen Christ imparts the gift of the Spirit on the evening of Easter Day (John 20:19-23). The Spirit is the gift of the risen Christ. And so in the Easter Season, this "Pentecost Season," we listen to the farewell discourses, with their promise of the coming Advocate, as words to us from the risen Christ.
[ Listen to Pastor King Teach on the 50 Days of Easter ]

you are invited to celebrate Jesus' Resurrection with Nu Faith Community on Sunday, April 12th @ 10:00 am.

2009-04-11T22:46:00.002-05:00

Blessings to All,

What gets your attention at the cross? The sacrifice, Jesus' willingness to die for all or maybe it is the love for all of us in the world...whatever the reason, you are invited to celebrate Jesus' Resurrection with Nu Faith Community on Sunday, April 12th @ 10:00 am.

How to get to Nu Faith Community UMC:
The praise begins in Plummer Middle @ 10:00 am; located at 11429 Spears-Gears Road.

If you are coming from the southern parts of Houston: Take I45 north to Greens Road, Turn left, go under the freeway to the 2nd traffic light and turn right (you will see a blue water tower to your left), come to the driveway of Plummer MS and turn left, enter the cafetorium at the back of the parking lot.

If you are coming from the northern parts of Houston: Take I45 south to Greens Road, Turn right, go to the 2nd traffic light and turn right (you will see a blue water tower to your left), come to the driveway of Plummer MS and turn left, enter the cafetorium at the back of the parking lot

Expect to be blessed! Come as you are and lift the praises up! Hangout with us after service to connect with others as you enjoy coffee, tea, donuts, fruit and juice! If you get turned around, call 281.879.1040

A Spiritual Recovery

2009-03-24T21:55:00.001-05:00

By Rev. Melvin Amerson
The Texas Methodist Foundation

Today, we are faced with a terrifying financial crisis in both domestic and global financial markets. The economy is in dire straits according to leading economists. We are experiencing record foreclosures, bankruptcies and unemployment. Our gross domestic product is in steep decline. Gross domestic product (GDP) refers to all the goods and services produced by workers at companies located in the United States. Sadly, the gross domestic product for the United States and many of the developed nations throughout the world has experienced at least two consecutive quarters of decline. Those declines mean we are in a financial recession. The lingering economic woes, centered around the lack of faith and confidence in the financial markets, are hindering a recovery. Yes, faith. “Faith is the evidence of things hoped for, the substance of things not seen.” ..more>>

Nu Faith Spring Break Museum Day

2009-03-22T21:11:00.005-05:00

I was so glad we went to the museum with Pastor King and some of our church members. My husband, daughter, my daughter's friend and her mom had a great time. We have just recently moved here to Houston and don't really know where to go to have fun and what all is here. We were so happy to be able to take the kids while they were on spring break. The museum was so big and had a lot of nice exhibits to view and we all loved the IMAX show (In Too the Deep!!!) WOW!!! that was great. It really was like being under the sea and being able to see all of the living creatures on the sea floor. I didn't know that all that was there. Thank you to all of our NuFaith family that was there and enjoyed it with us. It is a day to remember. Thank you Pastor King for inviting us!!!

Sincerely,
The Chandler Family

Habitat for Humanity -Worship Arts Festival

2009-03-12T22:07:00.002-05:00

Worship Arts Festival Benefiting Habitat for Humanity Northwest Harris CountyApril 25, 2009 10 AM to 4PM The MET Truth Building (Jones Rd. and Mills)Tickets $5.00Mark your calendars for this unique fundraising event where area music groups will “raise the roof” for Habitat NWHC. Featured performances are The MET Youth, Tquan Moore, Lifepath Church, Rene Page & Randi Jackson, Lorretta Williams Gurnell, Nu Faith United Methodist Church, Cy Fair Christian Church and Hannah and Heather Melvin. Come for one performance or come for the day. Tickets may be preordered or purchased at the door. To pre-order call the Habitat NWHC office at (281) 820-2307. This event promises to be fun and uplifting while supporting our neighbors in need of affordable housing.

Share your faith in new ways during the Lenten Season

2009-03-05T22:02:00.001-06:00

Lent is a time to reflect and repent. Sometimes sharing those thoughts with others can help us get into action. As God’s grace is sought during this 40-day period, Nu Faith Community invites you to participate in the weekly on-line study of Cultivating Fruitfulness: Five Weeks of Prayer and Practice for Congregations. Our goal is to read this devotional by Bishop Robert Schnase during Lent to help guide our prayers for transforming and building community. As we share our faith in new ways during the Lenten Season, great things will happen! Feel free to complete this on-line registration to receive your free copy and join us on these Thursdays, March 12, 19, 26 and April 2 at 8:45 to 9:30 pm. Let’s study, serve, pray, and worship together!......Study Notes & more>>

2009 Summer camps

2009-03-01T20:10:00.001-06:00

Summer camps help your child develop character, learn valuable life skills, make new friends and discover new interests. Check out the links below for Houston and other cities.

Pick up the Cross and Follow by Rev. Joy M. Richards © 2009

2009-02-28T21:55:00.001-06:00

Let us continue in our maturation
of understanding the
Christian faith by
gleaming what it means to
bear the cross of Christ.

We have heard these wonderful
words since we were small
and have struggled to
understand their meaning
so that we could comply.

Well, what's up with those words?
How do we bear
the cross of Christ
and follow in His steps?
What are we to make of it?

Clearly we are told in order
to follow Christ
we must bear
the Cross and suffer.
That we are to be crucifers.

To follow Christ and to
bear the cross of Christ
does not mean
what most think.
Let's invoke the spirit and hear.

It means to walk with Christ
and in that walking
to stand for the teachings.
To witness the truth of
the cross of Christ in all we do.

To bear the cross does not
mean the suffering from our human condition.
Bearing the cross is not to suffer
from any illness nor work condition
that we are forced to endure!

No, to bear the cross of Christ
is related to whatever comes
against us while we are
walking in faith with the LORD.
We are called to share what the cross cost.

We are called to speak to others
about Christ's love and
to witness the story of Christ.
In doing so, we will
Incur opposition and rejection.

To bear the cross of Christ
is to stand firmly and to
not only know of Christ
but to live it in our daily lives.
We are to share, no matter the cost!

We only bear the cross of Christ
while walking with Christ
and standing up against cultural influence
by teaching the lessons of Christ.
You'll know and so will others when you do.

Be not mislead by those outside the faith
about what it means to
bear the cross of Christ.
It's important to understand.
Walking and standing with Christ is important.

It's all about sharing the gospel!
It's not about our human condition
unless you wish to tell the good news.
The good news is that humanity
Can receive eternal life through faith!

Pastor Joy M. Richards

Aldersgate Trinity United Methodist Church
3600 Memorial Blvd.
Port Arthur, Texas 77640
409-985-8861

Remember Your Baptism

2009-01-18T16:26:00.003-06:00

Remember Your Baptism

Romans 6 illustrates a mind-boggling reality with a simple picture. While dealing with the difficulty of our sinful natures Paul makes us look to something that is known to all believers—the baptism by water. His purpose, though, does not remain in the symbol but stretches into the infinite wisdom and love of God that would bestow on sinners the mercy and love they did not deserve. We can, thankfully, look at this portion to provoke a fire in our own thinking no matter how long we’ve been in Christ.

What a year!

2008-12-30T23:49:00.003-06:00

It is a blessing for Nu Faith to look over where God has taken us through 2008. From sharing blankets with homeless families at St. John UMC, to helping families in our community, and collecting canned goods for Northwest Assistance Ministry, Nu Faith served as a new faith community was launched. Preview and worship services started in early spring. We celebrated summer with the Hot Dog Social and VBS at Driscoll Place Apartments. As the fall arrived strong with a storm named Ike, Nu Faith blessed families with flood buckets and parking lot praise. The connection with Plummer has grown stronger by supporting special projects for students in the Christian Student Union and Good Behavior Group, teachers, and families. Come and experience with us as Nu Faith moves into the plans that the Lord has for greater ministry in 2009! [ View photo slide Show]

NuFaith After Ike

2008-09-25T20:15:00.001-05:00

On September 13, 2008, hurricane Ike left a trail of destruction and devastation in the Gulf Coast region. Many of us felt that without electricity, we had lost our “power,” but at prayer services at NuFaith, held outside Plummer Middle School, it was realized that we never lost the “Power” that we have gained through the Lord Jesus Christ, even without electricity in many homes and businesses. To be able to come together as a start-up congregation to share prayers, offers of help, praise reports, and post-Ike blessings was spiritually uplifting.

It was very touching to see the inclusion of the maintenance staff at Plummer Middle School in our prayer services and the sincere offers of assistance by Pastor Jacqui and Donel, and how much they appreciated being part of our service. Many of us shared how the losses we experienced this past week allowed us to come together as families, communities and church families was a blessing in disguise. Pastor Jacqui has shown us that over time, as we recover from this devastation, we can focus on God’s mercy and share our blessings with others whose losses may be greater than our own.

As we continue to praise the Lord for all that He has done for us, we can continue to praise Him during this challenging time and thank him in advance for bringing us through much stronger, more compassionate and ready to spread the good news of Jesus Christ at NuFaith and the community at large. Thank you Pastor Jacqui and Donel King for your leadership and for showing us that no matter what we might be facing, we really can “Meet God @ Anytime.”

R. Duncan

Prayer Service after the storm - Grateful and Blessed!

2008-09-22T12:26:00.007-05:00

Many gathered to praise God in Plummer Middle School’s parking lot. What a blessing!
As the power was being restored throughout Northwest Houston, Nu Faith Community shared testimonies, prayers for others, gave water to families and distributed flood buckets to many to begin the cleaning process.

Some of the gratitude testimonies shared:

Thank God for power to share with others who needed medical home treatments.
The storm caused families to pause and reconnect after many years.
Neighbors shared faith and love of Christ by talking and having meals together.
Praying for the needs of others as distributing supplies to restore homes.
Grateful to fellowship together with all who come to praise God.
School district teams working together to clean and restore schools.
Blessings of flood buckets and water from UMC.

We hope that the comfort of the Holy Spirit continues to cover and keep everyone as the season of rebuilding is at hand. Worship the Lord through it all!

May God’s grace, love, and peace be with us at all times. Since storms can bring forth anxiousness, let us continue to thank God for the safety, security, and peace that only the Jesus Christ can provide.

Our hope is to resume worship at Plummer on Sunday, September 28th at 10:00 am. Keep checking back for update. Hope to see you for worship next week and beyond!

Blessings,
Pastor Jacqui

Come Together on Sunday , September 21st @ 10 AM for Prayer

2008-09-20T16:49:00.003-05:00

All are invited to come together for prayer on Sunday, September 21st at 10:00 in the Plummer Middle School parking lot for prayer. We will gather for prayers of healing and restoration for all impacted by Hurricane Ike. Water and prayers will be shared for about 30 minutes to 1 hour. It will be a blessing to share this time of prayer together

Thank God the storm has passed! As places regain power, now is the time to praise God through the recovery process. We hope that the comfort of the Holy Spirit continues to cover and keep everyone as the season of rebuilding is at hand. Worship the Lord through it all!

May God’s grace, love, and peace be with us at all times. Since storms can bring forth anxiousness, let us thank God for the safety, security, and peace that only the Lord can provide.

Our hope is to resume worship at Plummer on Sunday, September 28th at 10:00 am. Keep checking back for update. Hope to see you for prayer…

Blessings,
Pastor Jacqui

A message from Tomsk Russia UMC

2008-09-17T12:22:00.000-05:00

Dear friends!
We are so much concerned about you having heard of the evacuation from Houston again.
We constantly keep you in our prayers.
Please, let us know how you are and what is going on.
With love and prayers,
Yelena and all of your friends in Tomsk.

May the power of God move and inspire

2008-09-16T11:55:00.000-05:00

Jacqui,
Thanks be to God! So glad to hear it! You and the people who have endured, and those who grieve. May the power of God move and inspire.

Rina Terry

Alicia in Houston 25 years ago

2008-09-16T11:52:00.002-05:00

Dear Jacqui - As one who survived Hurricane Alicia in Houston 25 years ago, (I went to Rice) I have finally exhaled and rejoice that you have come through the storm! One of my oldest friends from high school lost everything in Galveston except his life (praise God!) and several others have serious flood and wind damage and are still without power. Deepest blessings to you as you dig out and move into the community to serve.

Blessings from Melinda in San Francisco

Thank you Lord!

2008-09-16T11:48:00.001-05:00

Thank you Lord! Continuing to send Light and Love.

Laura Kolmar

Lord in the land of the living!

2008-09-15T16:34:00.001-05:00

Jacqui-
I am sure you would have fainted unless you believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living!(Psalm 27:13) I rejoice that you are well and I am keeping you and yours covered in prayer as well.

Keisha Harris

We need you Lord!

2008-09-15T12:50:00.000-05:00

In the midst of the storm...we need you Lord
As the storm passes...we need you Lord
When the calm comes after the storm...Lord we continue to need you
As all is reviewed...guide us Lord because we need you even more.
Thank you for grace and peace beyond our understanding.
Keep us, sustain us, love us and restore all hope.
For in all things...we need you Lord!

Heart and prayers are with you

2008-09-15T12:48:00.000-05:00

Jacqui,
My heart and prayers are with you and the people who were affected by this. I pray that people will be supported during this process of recovery.
Roula Alkhouri