Hello From China UMC

The family and I are well. We went to San Antonio to ride the storm out and I came back early to check things out and start clean up.

Both churches and the parsonage came through the storm without too much damage. Mainly a lot of tree damage, so what is left of those trees in the backyard are going away.

Fortunately both churches did better in this storm but the community has various levels of damage, from minor to homes that are completely gone.

The Baptist church next door had major damage to their sanctuary. It looks like China UMCseveral tornadoes came through the area.

We appreciate your prayers and remember to pray for those communities along the coast that received a lot of damage.

Grace and peace,
Rev. Greg Edwards


P.O Box 644
China , TX 77613
(409) 752-3541

Small communities & Major Storms

The total destruction of small communities like Sabine Pass, La Belle and Smith Point, Texas often go unnoticed in the wake of the losses in larger ones. Following "Rita" people from around the United States were more than generous with their time, their talents and their gifts as they reached out to Sabine Pass. The American people are so amazing in their generosity. We hope to make this a place to watch the communities and assist where one can. Thanks for visiting.General Discussion

SabinePass UMC
Felicity & Grace, Kitty

Youth Director

First UMC of Buna is seeking an energetic Christian person for the position of Youth Director. This person must be a self starter and have a heart to serve God and help develop our youth program. Buna is a community about 40 miles north of Beaumont, TX
For questions please contact Rev. Jim Jones at 409-994-3232 or by email at brojimbfumc@aol.com.

Jobs! Jobs!

McCabe Roberts Ave UMC – Beaumont is looking for someone to play the piano
or organ for Sunday morning worship, plus a few special services. If interested,
please call the church office (409) 833-1831 or see Pastor Wanda Bess.

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McCabe Roberts Ave. UMC – Beaumont is seeking a person who feel’s called to
the music ministry, a minimum of one year of successful experience in music ministry,
you must have the ability to sight read music, and must be a Christian. Your work will
consist of planning and developing music for all choirs. The Director will select hymns,
service music, lead choirs & congregation in both contemporary and traditional worship
services in a multi-cultural setting. If interested or you know of someone, please call
the church office (409) 833-1831 and make arrangements to see Pastor Wanda Bess.
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St. Paul's -Beaumont is also seeking a pianist. Sunday mornng only. Church 409-835-3313 or Ruby Nelson's cell: 409-781-6798.

Moving war tribute arrives in Port Arthur

Thousands of spectators lined the way into Port Arthur as the procession rolled by, and several hundred more waited at Aldersgate Methodist Church for the travelling memorial to arrive.
The travelling wall received an official escort into Port Arthur by members of the Patriot Guard, an organization dedicated to honoring past and present soldiers and veterans .more>>

Dr. Richard Burnham and wife hosted a wonderful Christmas Dinner for the District Clergy

Dr. Richard Burnham and wife hosted a wonderful Christmas Dinner for the District Clergy couples. The evening started off with a visit to the Wesley Center at Lamar. The center has been newly remodeled and looked great! Rev. Josh Hale, the pastor at the center, and staff were present and had everything just right and welcoming!
The dinner was held on the top floor of Lamar’s library. A beautiful setting for the event that had an enchanting view. The food was delicious and the entertainment of song was wonderful. Dr. Burnham shared some encouraging words and all the clergy were given a gift of the Bible translation, The Message, from the Burnham’s. It was a special evening of fellowship shared by all. A special thanks to everyone who helped in anyway with the event and especially to Dr. and Mrs. Burnham.
Submitted by: Rev. Joy Richards

FINANCIAL SECRETARY

FINANCIAL SECRETARY needed for Woodcrest UMC in Lumberton. Part time, 20 hr/week, A/R and A/P. Computer experience required. Salary commensorate with experience. Call (409) 755-4403.

FREE STEEPLE to a good church home

Wesley UMC in Nederland has an approximately 20 foot -tall, heavy aluminum steeple in good condition that we salvaged from our hurricane-ravaged, old sanctuary. It is painted white and was fitted to a 1:12 pitch roof.

We would like to give it to a good church home. Please reply to this email or call the Wesley UMC office at 409-722-7065 for more information.