Kerrville District News

We would like to say “Welcome” to the new clergy appointments in the Kerrville District:

If there are clergy clusters in these areas please contact these new clergy and let them know when you meet.

District Meetings

NO MEETINGS SCHEDULED AT THIS TIME

I am still in need of a few more good individuals for 5^th and 6^th grade summer camp staff. We still need one or two more adult men and one or two more adult women, and we could also take one or two junior counselors. (Even with junior staff, we still need the adults.) We also need a music team, even if they just come in to play music for the worship services (7 pm to 8 pm Sunday through Wednesday and 10:30 am to noon on Thursday).

For the staff who are staying on site, we’d like them to arrive at Mount Wesley this Saturday the 21^st (no later than Sunday the 22^nd before the campers arrive at 4 pm) for a training / briefing / get-to-know each other time. If you know of someone in your church who’d be a good candidate, please let us know as soon as possible, and we’ll contact him or her right away.

REMINDER!!! The Vital Signs reports are due in the District Office by the 7th day of each month. The reports are sent into the Bishop’s Office on the 9th. If your report is not received “NO REPORT” will be entered onto your church’s line.

You can obtain registration forms and information from your Children’s Coordinator, the District Office or the Conference Registrar.

Wild W.e.s.t Summer Camp

JAM Camp (Jr. High)/June 29-July 3, 2008 at Mt. Wesley

RIVER Camps-Jr. & Sr. High/ July 13-17, 2008 at HEB Camp

QUEST Camp (Sr. High)/ July 20-24, 2008 at Mt. Wesley

Cost:$225

Register by calling Cynthia Bedford at 888-349-4191 ext. 527

Limited Scholarships are available through the District Office

Uvalde FUMC will be hosting its own version of a Staycation from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Sunday August 3rd, 2008. From 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm they will simultaneously offer children's activities such as inflatable jumpers and obstacles courses, while at the same time will offer music that changes out musical groups every half hour. At 5:00 pm Pastor Scott Bradford will be in the "Dunking Booth" which has been the joke of how Uvalde FUMC could finish off their Capital Campaign. (Note: The current Campaign has raised over $1,630,000 in pledges and gifts, surpassing the $1.6M goal). But Pastor Scott is keeping his promise! At 6:00 pm the evening will conclude with hamburgers and the trimmings and homemade ice-cream!

Devine FUMC (1) Mission Devine-The purpose of Mission Devine is to demonstrate God’s love by meeting the physical needs of people in Devine through the efforts of volunteers and through gifts and donations of contributors. Mission Devine is a ministry of the Devine Ministerial Fellowship, a non-profit organization, formed for religious and charitable purposes. The date is June 23-28. The motto: Matthew 22:39 “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”

(2) Vacation Bible School: The theme is: “In God’s Big Backyard” from June 23-28 from 8:30-11:30 AM at FUMC of Devine. The kids will learn Jesus’ lessons about servant hood and actually see it in action in the community through Mission Devine. They will participate in the large-group excitement of Backyard Bash, experience God’s Word at Backyard Bible Club and explore and create through fun-filled crafts, snacks, and games. What an experience!!

Hunt United Methodist Church is holding KICK IT (Kids In Christ’s Kingdom Investigating Together) Camp every Thursday during June and July (except for July 3) from 9:00 – 12:00 for students who have completed K-6^th Grade. KICK IT Camp is at no cost to the participants. The children will be learning about God’s love for them. They will have crafts, music, puppetry, games, snacks and so much more. We are limiting the registration to 20 students this year and ask that you contact Orlene Kitzman at the church at 238-4360 to hold a spot for your child.

The Glengormley Methodist Church Youth Choir from Newtownabbey,Ireland, will lead worship at Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 North Llano, on Sunday, July 20 at our CRAVE service at 5:55 p.m. All are welcome to join us.

The Music Ministry of the First United Methodist Church of Kerrville will present a special workshop on Saturday, July 12 for directors and singers in small church choirs. Lynda Ables, Director of Music at KFUMC will conduct the choral clinic which will include singing and conducting techniques and ways of expanding the music ministry in a small church. New two and three part music will also be available for selection. The clinic will last from 10:00-2:00 PM with lunch provided. The cost of the event will be $10.00, person. To make your reservation contact Lynda Ables at lynda@kfumc.org or 830/257-0809. Deadline is July 5.

Weekday Ministries Conference—July 26 and August 9 2008—Continuing education with keynote speaker, multiple workshops and vendors for volunteer or paid workers with children in church with programs for MDO, day care and weekday preschool. Central event at Northwest Hills UMC, Austin, Saturday July 26; South event at FUMC Kingsville, Saturday August 9. Sponsored by SWTC Council on Children’s Ministries. Contact Marcy Williams, m.williams@windcrestumc.org; 210-654-0404 for more information

Kingdom Kamp—August 30-Septmeber 1, 2008—A gentle camp for mentally challenged adults age 18 and older. Led by volunteers who enjoy a relaxed pace and serving others. Campers must meet mobility and other medical requirements. All are blessed at Kingdome Kamp through giving time (volunteers needed) or funds (Advance Special #2005). Sponsored by SWTC Adult Ministry Council. Contact Dick West, rwest@austin.rr.com, 512-346-3124 for more information.

Partners in Ministry—date determined by Congregation. Learn skills needed to be a visionary, effective team member in your local church. Apply “H.E.A.R.T” principles for spiritual empowerment at home, work and church by attending this intensive, quality training even scheduled through your local church. Sponsored by the SWTC Board of Laity. Contact Nell Martin nelway@axs4u.net or 830-379-1405.

Senior Christian Retreat—September 16-18, 2008—Annual Christian fellowship, Bible study, worship, exercise, singing, dancing and creative activities in the relaxing atmosphere of Mount Wesley. “September in the Hills” is a means of grace. Sponsored by SWTC Council on Older Adult Ministries. Contact Laura Rhodes, llrhodes@hctc.net, 830-995-3357

Music, Art and Drama Camp—July 29 thru August 2, 2008—Discover “Treasure in the Field” at Music, Art and Drama camp for children entering 4th through 6th grade. Creative types needed! A grand opportunity to praise our Creator God for the give of creativity! Sponsored by SWTC Council on Children’s Ministries and held at Mt. Wesley. Contact Rev. Bill Duke, revfumc@hotmail.com, 361-358-3335 for more information.

Prayer Concerns and AMENS!!!

Our daughter, Janet, is continuing to recover frrom her surgery to remove a very large ovarian tumor. We are thankful for the prayers, calls and support and give praise to God for the good outcome.
Bill and Janey Wiemers

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My soon to be, 20 year old son Daryl is leaving early for Alaska and will travel on June18th/19th.
He will be working (Salmon fishing) for Mark Beardsly (sp?) for almost a month and then for Sam & Becky Haughey from July 15th to nearly the end of September, or the 1st of Oct.
Then he travels back to Texas. And will return for his 3rd year of College (as I told him, not up for discussion)
He is leaving early because Sam's friend Mark hurt his hand and is needing someone to help him, so Sam called and asked if Daryl could come for the rest of this early part of the season.
Your prayers are greatly appreciated as he has this wonderful experience, and hard work this summer.
Daddy & Mommy
Scott & Laurel Bradford
P.S. Prayers also for our oldest son Josh, soon to be 23, who has an "itch" to move to Austin....

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We have a joy--after the devastating failed adoption in Dallas a few weeks ago, my daughter, Faith, and her husband Jonathan, adopted a three week old boy on Wednesday afternoon in Southern California. They haven't decided on a name yet, but I would appreciate prayers for the new mom, dad, and our new grandson! All that and ordination, too--what an awesome week it has been! God is good!
Grace & Peace,
Liz Kevilus

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William Groos, Irene Allen’s father, was taken to the hospital with chest pains.

DISTRICT CALENDAR

June 16-22 Cabinet at Mt. Sequoyah
          22-26 5th and 6th Grade Camp at Mt. Wesley; My Mission Youth Urban Ministry in San Antonio

July 4 District Office Closed
       16-19 Jurisdictional Conference in Dallas

August 9 Bishop Martinez’ Farewell at Alzafar Shrine Temple, San Antonio, 10 AM-2 PM
             22-24 Joint Cabinet Retreat

REMINDER – The District Office will be closed on Fridays during the Summer.