Around the Conference

First UMC, The Colony, announces guest speaker, Matt Lepsis, former Denver Broncos offensive tackle, at its Nov. 16 10:30 a.m. worship services. For more information, please call 972-625-1281.

Birth
 Chloe Faith Chraska, daughter of Dan and Rev. Karen Chraska, Trietsch Memorial UMC, Flower Mound, was born Oct. 24 weighing 7 ibs. 5.6 oz and measuring 20 inches.

Sorrow
Norris Waitschies, father of Rev. Thomas Waitschies, Trinity UMC, Duncanville, died Oct 17. Services were held Oct. 21 at New Braunfels.

Appointment
Sharon Welch to Copeville UMC effective Jan. 18.