Dallas women gather for 'World Day of Prayer'

BY MILSE FURTADO World Day of Prayer (WDP) is a worldwide ecumenical movement of Christian women of many traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year, and who, in many countries, have a continuing relationship in prayer and service.Throughout the entire day, they collectively pray all over the world, beginning with the first sunrise and ending at the last sunset. The prayers follow the sun's path around the globe. WDP's motto is "Informed prayer leads to prayerful...

First UMC, Burkburnett, celebrates centennial

BY ANNE STROME First UMC, Burkburnett The First UMC, Burkburnett, will celebrate a century of worship during a special centennial service on April 13 at 10:30 a.m. Bishop Alfred L. Norris will be preacher for the morning. Also participating will be former pastors, Revs. Merwin Turner and Ben Read. The congregation also welcomes its new pastor, Rev. Don Pellikan. Special music will be provided by the chancel choir and Methodist Messengers children's choir. A church-wide catered luncheon...

First UMC, Terrell, Confirmation Class tour

Members of the 2008 First UMC, Terrell, Confirmation Class took advantage of a spring break day for a March 19 trip to visit United Methodist facilities and ministries in the Dallas area. One of the highlights was the trip to the Ministry Center and the opportunity to meet Bishop Alfred L. Norris in person. In front of the Ministry Center cross are, from left, Garrett Stanford, Jessica Faulk, Rev. David Rucker, Brett Fox, Joelle Logan, Madison Killian and Walker Killian....

Golfers invited to step 'fore-ward': 2008 tournament to benefit S.E.E.K. camps

It's called S.E.E.K. Camp. staff, and the Middle School, With all due respect to Spell Check, it is one of the best-kept "seekrets" in the North Texas Conference. S.E.E.K. stands for "Summer Events for Exceptional Kampers." The program dates back to 1980 when a small group of children, youth and their counselors participated in the first camping experience for young people who are physically, emotionally or mentally challenged. The program continues to flourish in its 28th season as the...

Middlebrook Series to present 'Celebrating this season of your life'

Rev. Georjean Blanton, director of Path-Ways Ministries, will present the second Bev Middlebrook Series seminar, "Celebrating This Season of Your Life," from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. April 18 at the First UMC, Richardson, in the First Center, 515 Custer Road. There is no cost for the seminar that is made possible by the memorial fund for the late Bev Middlebrook, of First UMC, Richardson. The seminar is open to women of all The seminar will focus on ways of letting go of regrets and "if onlys,"...

Owen Holy Week Lectures focus on Gospel as 'basic'

BY JOHN A. LOVELACE Special Correspondent Torrential rain failed to daunt either the lecturer or the audience on opening day of the March 18-20 annual Babs & Arch Owen Holy Week Lecture Series at Lovers Lane UMC, Dallas. Lecturer Dr. Ted A. Campbell made the most of it, saying with a grin, "On the way here I could imagine [wife] Dale as my whole congregation." Not to worry. What ensued were three days of fast-paced noontime lectures of approximately 15 minutes each. Each lecture's...

Saint Luke "Community" UMC, Dallas, is celebrating its 75th anniversary

Saint Luke "Community" UMC, Dallas, is celebrating its 75th anniversary during the month of April, beginning with a 6:30 p.m. April 11 anniversary gala at the Hilton Hotel Lincoln Centre featuring jazz great Kirk Whalum. Theme for the anniversary celebration is "Celebrating Our Legacy, Transforming Lives, Making Disciples." Pastor Emeritus, Rev. Zan W. Holmes, Jr., will preach for the 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. 75th Anniversary Worship Services on April 13. An April 14-16 revival, with services...

Trietsch Memorial UMC to host business seminar

Trietsch Memorial UMC, Flower Mound, is hosting the 2008 Maximum Impact Simulcast for business professionals, April 18, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The seminar, ADVANCE 2008, will focus on evaluating how one is progressing as a leader and how to impact the lives of employees in a positive way. Noted authors, business persons, and leadership experts will offer information designed to enhance the influence of business professionals. Best-selling author and leadership authority Dr. John C. Maxwell...