2012 August Insight

A monthly publication highlighting the mission of Williams Memorial United Methodist Church

August 2012 Volume 5 Issue 6

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2 Williams Memorial United Methodist Church

Glorify God, Inspire Others to Follow Christ, Make Disciples of Jesus Christ

Welcome to Williams

WelcomeWelcome to Williams Memorial United Methodist

Church. Our church campus is located at 4000 Moores Lane on the north side of Texarkana. Moores Lane is north of I-30 between Summerhill and Richmond roads.

WorshippingWe invite you to worship with us. Our services are

Christ-centered, Biblically grounded, and culturally relevant. The words, music, and means of grace are all designed to empower you to grow in your relationship with God and in ministry to the world.

Sunday services are in the Sanctuary at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., and the Xperience Service is in Wesley Hall at 10:30 a.m.

LearningSunday school classes for all ages meet at 9:15 a.m. On

Sunday evenings at 5:00 p.m. there are programs for your children and youth.

BelievingWe enter into the family of Christ through baptism.

We recognize God’s action in baptisms in other faith communities; you do not have to be re-baptized to belong to Williams. If you have not been baptized, we will be honored to baptize you.

GrowingOur goal is to be like Jesus Christ in this world. We are

constantly growing in grace; we have not arrived. We grow through worship, prayer, and study of God’s Word. Through large meetings, small groups, and discipleship, we are changed from our old selves to our new selves.

BelongingWe hope you will consider belonging to the Williams

faith community. You can talk with us after church or come by during the week. We would be honored to assist you in belonging at Williams.

Find Out More...Visit our visitors page at welcometowilliams.com/visiting or scan the code to the right with a smart-phone QR Code reader

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Inside this Issue:

2 Welcome to Williams

4 Music and Arts

5 Welcome Brooks Family

6 Children’s Ministry

7 Williams School

8-9 Back to School Concert

10 Adult Ministery

11 VBSKickoffParty

12 WelcomeNewStaff

13 Fine Arts Camp

14-15 Student Ministry

16 SufficientGrace

17 StaffList

18 VBSRegistration

19 VBS Volunteer Card

Submitting an Article

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Emailyourarticleofaround400-600 words to [email protected].

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ArticlesmustbesubmittedthefirstFridayofthepreviousmonth.So for the September Insight, thedeadlineisthefirstFridayinAugust. Submissions may be edited forspaceorusedinotherlocationssuch as website or e-news.

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Music and Arts

Mon 9/10Wesley Ringers practice begins Monday, September 10.

Sun 6/24 at 2:00 pmVickie Al-Dubais will perform an organ concert of our favorites. She will also show us a little of how the organ works. We will move the organ to the center of the chancel, so you can see her feet and hands in action. It will be a fun summer afternoon, with an artist reception to follow.

Mon-Wed 6/25-27 at 9:00-11:30 amWe have scheduled Fine Arts Camp for children going into 2nd - 6th grade. Fine Arts camp is Monday-Wednesday, June 25, 26, 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. We will sing, do crafts and play instruments. It is a great summer activity for those who love the arts, or would like to explore new activities. Please register with Amy Kirk or Sherri Waters. The registration forms are in the welcome center. There will be other art events through the summer with more information to come.

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Wed 6/6 at 7:00 pmThe Texas Annual Conference ordination service will be held in Galveston, TX. Brian Brooks, our new associate pastor, and I will be ordained at 7:00 p.m. You are all invited to attend, but I know Galveston is a long way from here. I ask that you keep Brian and me in your prayers as we celebrate this milestone in our ministries. Brian will be ordained an Elder, and I will be ordained a Deacon in the United Methodist Church.

Our Chancel Choir will be on vacation for the month of July, but we will sing in June, and will start rehearsals again August 1.

Wed 8/1 at 7:00-8:30 pmOur Chancel Choir will start rehearsals again August 1. We have a great time in rehearsal, and we are grateful to share God’s love in worship. Choir begins rehearsal Wednesday night, August 1 at 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the Choir Room. If you have not been there before, come to the courtyard with the fountain, located between the Sanctuary and Wesley Hall. The entrance to the Chapel area includes the entrance to the choir room. All singers are welcome! We do not audition, but we do sing four part harmony. This is a great time to join the choir, as we begin the fall worship preparation. We will also start the Christmas Cantata, “Tapestry of Light, A Celtic Christmas Celebration” by Joseph Martin. We provide child care for rehearsals. Please join us and sing praise to God!

Wed 9/12Ageless Handchimes begin rehearsals September 12.

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Confirmation Retreats

I am 34 years old. I was born and raised in Longview, Texas. I grew up attending Wesley United Methodist Church which is now Wesley-McCabe United Methodist Church, in Longview. I was very active in the church during my childhood and youth, serving as a co-youth director, liturgist, choir member, sound technician, youth president, and general volunteer. I started dating Hannah in 1995 while we were both still in high school. She followed me two years later to Howard Payne University in Brownwood, Texas. It was at this small Baptist University (Why Baptist? They are the only ones that gave me a scholarship), that I further examined my call while attending and interning at the local United Methodist Church. I received a degree in Bachelor of Science in Exercise Sport Science with a minor in Computer Information Systems from Howard Payne in May of 2000. Hannah and I got married shortly after on June 10th. I began serving the Hardin/Morton United Methodist Churches in Missouri in July of 2000. We moved back to Texas with our new son Trace in November of 2002 and served the Soules Chapel/Harmony United Methodist Churches in Gilmer, Texas. I enrolled in Brite Divinity School in the fall

of 2006 with much encouragement from my DS at the time, Jerry Neff. My wife and I moved to Fort Worth with our three kids Trace 10, Parker 8, Audrey 6 (present ages) so that I could fully concentrate on school. We attended a church in south Fort Worth, Genesis UMC, that averages about 425 on Sunday morning, and I had the opportunity to serve in various roles there. On October 1st 2009, I was appointed full time to White Oak UMC in White Oak, Texas. We traveled back and forth to Fort Worth until moving to White Oak in June of 2010. Shortly after arriving at White Oak, Trinity UMC in Longview was added to my charge. This spring I got the call to move to Williams Memorial UMC as an Associate Pastor. I have heard great things about Williams Memorial throughout the years and from everyone that I have told about my new appointment. My family and I look forward to living in Texarkana. I am excited to be working with all of you as we strive to make disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. I know that there are many great opportunities for ministry at Williams Memorial, and I look forward to being in ministry with you!

Welcome Brooks Family

My name is Brian Brooks



Children’s Ministry

Parents MeetingThere will be a parent meeting for all Alive@Five parents on Sunday, August 19th at 5:00 p.m. in the chapel. This meeting is for all parents of children 4 years of age through 6th grade who will be attending our evening program. This is a very important meeting. Mark your calendar!! Daycare will be provided and please bring your calendar.

3rd Grade BiblesBibles will be presented to 3rd graders at the 8:15 and 10:30 a.m. worship services on Sunday, September 9th. They will receive the NRSV Children’s Bible. Presentation of Bibles to 3rd graders is a tradition at Williams Memorial. For over 33 years the Gleaners class has donated the money for the Bibles in memory of Bob McGraw. The 3rd graders will use their Bibles on Sunday morning and Sunday night.3rd grade students: AnnaBelle Bolton, Parker Brooks, Clark Edmonds, Clay Fant, Stephanie Jumper, Christian Leach, Cooper McClure, Dalton McDonald, Landry Trammell, Megan Warhurst, Carter Watson, Sydney Williams, Kason Wright. If you know a 3rd grade child who attends Williams but is not listed, please call the church office (903-832-8663) and ask for Sue Camp.

Blessing of the BackpacksSummer is flying by and it will soon be time to start heading back to school. Before school begins we would like to send your children back to school with a blessing. Bring your child’s backpack and lunch box on Sunday, August 26th to have them blessed in our 8:15 and 10:30 a.m. worship services. These backpacks and lunch boxes are our children’s constant companions as they go about their school days. Therefore, it is very important to have them blessed, along with reminding our children of God’s presence in our lives. This blessing is not limited to backpacks or lunch boxes. Bring anything your child uses that is important to him or her so these too can be blessed. You can also be a blessing to someone else’s child by purchasing a new backpack and bringing it to the church that day. The new backpacks will be distributed to kids who need them.

Promotion Sunday Coming SoonOn August 26th, we will be promoting our children to their next grade of Sunday School. Please check the list below to see where your child’s new class will be. Please feel free to come by during the week and show your children where their new class will be. This way they will feel more comfortable when Promotion Sunday comes. We provide childcare for children through Kindergarten at all three worship services.

Alive@Five Menu Sept. 9th – Kick-off Party Sept. 16th – Pizza Sept. 23rd – Tacos Sept. 30th – Chicken

Crib – Room 2021 year olds – Room 2042 year olds – Room 2083 year olds – Room 2264 year olds – Room 224K & 1st grade – Room 2052nd & 3rd – Room 2094th & 5th grade – Room 215Students will need to be this age on or before September 1.

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Williams School

If you had an opportunity to visit the preschool halls during Independence Week, I’m sure you couldn’t help but notice all the red, white and blue crafts and decorations bringing our halls to life. Our children recently celebrated and explored the concept of freedom by participating in an Independence Parade and learning more about how our flag is a sacred symbol of the many freedoms American citizens enjoy every day. We discussed a variety of freedoms, including such things as the freedom to come to church and worship, the freedom to choose what we want to be when we grow up, and even the freedom to choose what books we read and toys we play with everyday.

Not only did our students learn about the various types of freedoms that our American flag represents, but during our chapel time they also discovered that freedom is not actually free. We explained to our children that many Americans have been willing to bravely serve for our country to secure the many freedoms we have daily access to as American citizens. Most importantly, we discussed with our children that the greatest freedom that we celebrate as Christians every day of the year is the freedom we have through Jesus Christ. Although the penalty for sin is death, we explored the teachings of the Bible that reveal how Jesus loved each of us so much that he sacrificed himself and

suffered death on the cross to pay the price for our sins. We talked about how the cross serves as a symbol to remind us daily of this freedom. Due to this tremendous sacrifice, as Christians we have the freedom of eternal life in Heaven instead of everlasting death. As our children at Williams grow and mature, it is our hope they will rejoice in the freedoms of both country and eternal life, appreciate the tremendous sacrifices that have been made to pay for such freedoms, and carry a passionate love for both country and Jesus Christ deep in their hearts. Happy Fourth of July to all from the Williams School!!!

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Friday August 24thDoors open at 6:30Concert 7:00 p.m.

Tickets $10 in advance$12 at the door$ 8 groups of 10 or more$ 8 with college student ID

Tickets $10 in advance$12 at the door$8 groups 10 or more$8 with college ID

Back to School ConcertShane & Shane is a Texas based, Christian band known for acoustic praise and worship music. The band consists of Shane Barnard and Shane Everett. They will be performing at Williams Memorial Friday August 24th for a back to school concert. The doors open at 6:30 and the concert will start at 7:00 pm.

RSVP on WMUMC Facebook or WMUMC Youth Facebook page

www.shaneandshane.com



Adult Ministries

eXtra Years of ZestEverysecondThursdayat9:30a.m.,“XYZ” shares joy, fellowship fun, andacateredmealintheParlor.Come out and join a group of fun-lovingseniorsinamorningofgamesand enjoy a meal catered by a local restaurant with friends.

W2LEOFine dining and great friends! WidowsandWidowers,Let’sEatOut goes out to enjoy dinner at local restaurantseverysecondandfourthTuesday.Thesewidowsandwidowers(andmarriedcouplesaswell)lovehavingfoodandfellowshiptogether.Ifyouwouldliketofindoutwherethey’re headed out to eat this month, callLarryWalkerat903-832-5129and get your name added to the mailing list.

Good Treasures Bridge ClubWemeeteveryWednesdaynightat6:00p.m.intheGoodTreasuresBookstore.Wehavesomeplayerswith years of experience and some who are brand new to the game. We wouldlovetohaveyoujoinus.Soif you would like to play with a fun, relaxed group of people, contact John Mercy at 903-832-3852.

United Methodist Women’s GroupsWilliamsMemorialhasaveryactiveUnited Methodist Women’s group. Come and join us for our monthly generalmeetingandluncheonat10:00a.m.onthefirstTuesdayofeverymonthandmeetsomeofthese wonderful women. You can alsogetinvolvedinoneofthesmaller UMW groups that meet at othertimesduringthemonth.Hereare some examples!

Sowers and Doers- A mission based subgroup of the UMWthatmeetsat10:00a.m.onthethirdTuesdayofeverymonth.

Betty Kelly Friendship Circle- Meets the second Wednesday of eachmonthat10:00a.m.inroom 108.

Spiritual Life Group- MeetsthesecondTuesdayofeachmonthat10:00a.m.atCornerstone.

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Volunteer LuncheonWeappreciateallthatourvolunteersdoandtoexpressourappreciationwearehavingaluncheonforallvolunteersandtheirfamilies.Pleasejoin us for lunch in the Youth Center Sunday, August 19afterchurch.

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Vacation B ible SChoolKick-Off PartySunday July 22 - 10:30 a.m.COmbined Service in Wesley Hall

Food and Fellowship Following



Welcome New Staff

Jennifer Day - CommunicationsIhavegrownupatWilliams,soitisgreattobenotonlyapartofthiswonderfulchurchfamily,butnowtobeapartofthestaff.

I graduated from Arkansas State in December with a graphic design degree andImustsaythatthisjobopenedupattheperfecttime.That’swhenyouknowGodislisteninganddoesanswerprayers.

IamworkingincommunicationsandwillbeinchargeoftheInsightmagazine,theWMUMCwebsite,facebookandtwitterupdates,andtheweeklysermonpodcastoniTunes.FollowWMUMCfornews,upcomingevents,andgreatthingsthatarehappeninginourchurch.

Twitter-@wmumcFacebook - WMUMC, WMUMC Youth, Williams SchoolWebsite - www.welcometowilliams.netInsight(website)-http://tiny.cc/s85ngwiTunesPodcast-WelcometoWilliams

Laila Al-Dubais - College and Young AdultsIgraduatedfromCentenaryCollegeinShreveport,LouisianainMayof2011withaBachelor’sofArtsinPsychologyandDance.IamcurrentlyattendingTexasA&M-TexarkanaworkingonmyMaster’sofScienceinCounselingPsychology.

A main goal of mine is to create a place where young adults can go to worshipandhavefun.IbelievethatbeingatTexasA&M-Texarkanawillhelpstudentsfromthecollegefeelcomfortableattendingourchurch.Iappreciate the opportunity to be a part of this ministry and will do my best.

I am thrilled to step in as the new Director of College Ministries and honoredtohavebeenchosentoleadourcollegegroupinthechurchthatIhavecalledhomeforthepast23years.TheconnectionsIhavemadethroughoutmyyearsatWilliamshaveshapedmetobecomethepersonIam today.

Russell Martin - Director of Student Ministries You may be looking a the photo and be thinking, “Wait... I know that guy!” Yes, yes you do.

Forthepast6yearsIhavebeenservingastheXperienceServicedirectorandDirectorofCommunicationshereatWilliams.AsofJune5thIacceptedanewpositionastheDirectorofStudentMinistries.Ihavebeeninvolvedinyouthministryforover18yearsandhaveworkedwithcamps,retreats,churchesandyouthministries.HereatWilliams,Ihaveledtheyouthband,traveledontrips,andhelpedwiththeyouth group small groups.

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Fine Arts Camp Photos

Fine Arts Camp was a great success. “Music Around the World” was our theme.ThirtychildrenparticipatedandtenadultshelpedAmyKirkandSherriWaterscelebrateallthewayswecelebrateGodthroughmusicandallthearts.WelearnedPsalm100,playedOrff-Kodalyinstruments,danced,learnedabouttheWilliamsFoodPantry,learnedmannersashostsofourchurchsonewfolkscan be comfortable when they are here.

Vickie Al-Dubais played organ and explained how the organ works. Eleanor Boyd played accordion and shared music from many countries.

We also made prayer boxes with reminders inside to help us remember thingswewouldliketoprayfor.Wehavebuttonstorememberspecificpeople,butterfliesfornature,ortorepresentourtransformationintorelationshipwithGod,Father,SonandHolySpirit.Therearemanymoreitemsintheboxes.Askyour child to explain what is in their box, and assist them if they want to add other things to represent prayers they are praying.

PleasehelpyourchildwithrememberingPsalm100.Theycanshowyouthemotionsthathelpthemremember.Thescripturestoredinourmindsandheartscanhelpusthroughgoodtimesandbad.

We learned songs from Nigeria, South Africa, and Korea, as well as one of thesongsthatwillbepartofVacationBibleSchool,sothesechildrencanbeleadersonJuly22aswedotheKickofftoVBS.IwillbeMrs.Noahforthatmorning’sworshipservice,andPastorBrianwillbethestoryteller.IcanbarelywaittoseewhatSueCampdoesthisyearwithOperationOverboard.Wewillhaveagreattime!Seeyouthere!

SherriWaters&AmyKirk



Student MinistrySo Far This Summer

Theyouthhavebeenbusythissummer.WestartedoffbyhostingtheDistrictYouthRallyandSYNC youth mission trip. During the mission trip, we built a wheelchair ramp and painted 4 other ramps. We also built modules to be used for future ramps.

DuringJunewealsowenttodistrictcampatLakeviewMethodist Conference Center. While there, our youth had ablastmeetingnewfriends,learninginBiblestudysmallgroups, sliding down the water slide, hanging out at the ropescourseandenjoyingthebeautifuloutdoors.

WeenjoyedourweeklyactivitiesduringJune.TheseincludeSundaymorningSundaySchool,ourMondayLunchBunchwherewemeetatalocalrestaurant,andThirstyThursdaysatSonic.

Thenextpagehasjustafewofthephotosfromouradventuressofarthissummer.For more photos check out our new youth website, www.williamsstudentminsitry.org

VBS Helpers Needed -

VBS is right around the corner, and we need your help. If you are interested in helping with VBS, contact Ms. Sue Camp [email protected] and let her knowwhenyouareavailable.Itwillbeanawesomeweek.

VBS Lunch Bunch all Week Long -

Everydayafterlunchtheyouthwillgoeattogetheratalocalrestaurant.Monday-McAllister’s,Tuesday-JimmyJohn’s,Wednesday-AmigoJuan’s.WewillmeetintheWelcomeCenterandleaveby12:30

VBS Helpers Swim Party

ThursdayafterVBSwewillgoswimmingfrom1:00-3:00p.m. LocationTBA

Sr. High Day At the Lake

Readytoshowoffyourskillsonthewater?Saturday,July28th,allSeniorHigh(goinginto9th-12thnextyear)willloadupandheadtoLakeDeGrayfora day of water skiing, wake boarding, tubing and hanging out on the lake.

Bring your swimsuit, towel, clothes and $15 to help coverthecostoflunchandsnacks.YoumaybringafriendbuteveryoneMUSThavealiabilityreleaseform.Tosignup,bringa“Sr.HighDayattheLake”formand$15totheyouthofficebeforeWednesdayJuly 25th.

Allformsareavailableonourwebsite.www.williamsstudentministry.org or www.welcometowilliams.org.youth

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July-August Sermonsand Scriptures

7.29.11

“Community Cafe”2Samuel11:1-15

Psalm14

Ephesians3:14-21

John6:24-35

8.5.12

“Bread of Life”2 Samuel 11:26-12:13

Psalm 51:1-12

Ephesians 4:1-16

John 6:24-35

8.12.12

“Imitators of God”2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33

Psalm 130

Ephesians 4:25-5:2

John 6:35, 41,-51

8.19.12

“Bread That Gives Life”1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14

Psalm 111

Ephesians 5:15-20

John 6:51-58

Sufficient Grace

My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weak-ness. - (2 Corinthians 12:9 NRSV)

Doyoueverfeelweak?Ido.Itisnotagoodfeeling.Strength,abilityandpowerfeelmuchbetter.PaulwritestothechurchinCorinthtellingthem“power is made perfect in weakness.”

Thechurchfeltweakmostofthetime.Theywereasmallcommunityinthemidstofancientandpowerfulsocieties.Theyprobablyfeltlifewasstackedagainst them, and facing lions did not feel safe at all.

Paulidentifiedwiththeminthatfeeling.Lifedidnotseemjustorforgiving.Paul’sweaknesseswereobvious.Hisprayerswerenotalwaysanswered“yes”byGod.Sometimeshefeltdisappointedbutnotdestroyed.Hemayhavebeen knocked down, but he was not knocked out.

Itissupposedtobethatway.Itisnotourpowerorourstrength.ItisGod’sgraceandGod’spower.WhenweputourweaknessandinabilitytogetherwithGod’soverwhelminggrace,ourweaknessiscompletedormadeperfect.

God’sgraceissufficientforeveryhurtandfailureinyourlife.LetGod’slovebe made perfect in your heart and life. See you in worship this Sunday in the community of faith.

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Pastoral Staff

Danny Wayman - Senior Pastor [email protected] - 903.701-2946 (Cell)

Brian Brooks - Associate Pastor [email protected] - 903-399-4750(Cell)

Sherri Waters - Music and Fine Arts [email protected] - 903-278-0499 (Cell)

Dale Vickers - Associate Pastor [email protected] - 903-244-6213

Ron Drye - [email protected] - 903-701-1310 (Cell)

Fred Smith - Associate Pastor903-908-0891 (cell)

Ministry Staff

Laila Al-Dubais - College and Young Adults [email protected] - 903-276-7206 (cell)

Vickie Al-Dubais - Church Organist [email protected] - 903-276-7207 (cell)

Sue Camp - Children and Adult Ministries [email protected] - 903-277-6504 (cell)

Jennifer Day - [email protected] - 903-277-3925 (cell)

Jolena Hays - Business Administrator [email protected] - 903-293-8726 (cell)

Lorie Son - Williams [email protected] - 903-824-7553 (cell)

Jacci Johnson - Director of Housekeeping903-832-8663

Amy Kirk - Children’s Music and Evangelism [email protected] - 903-276-8576 (cell)

Chris Loveall - Xperience Worship903-832-8663

Russell Martin- Director of Student Ministries [email protected] - 903-701-7181 (cell)

Brenda Reed - Nursery Coordinator and Bookstore [email protected] - 903-748-0386

Karen Marrufo - Housekeeping 903-832-8663

Jimmy Sparks - Xperience Worship903-832-8663

Mindy Zwirn - Admin. Assistant [email protected] - 310-871-8678 (cell)

Williams Staff Listing



Williams Memorial UMC

Going Overboard VBS Registration Form

July 22th - 26th9 a.m. –12 p.m.

Please Print Legibly:

Child’s Name: _________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Name: __________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________ City, State, Zip: _____________________________

Email Address: ______________________ Work Phone: _______________________________

Home Phone: ________________________ Cell Phone: _______________________________

Date of Birth: _________________ Age: ___________ Grade as of Sep. 2011: __________

Home Church: WMUMC ______ Other: ___________________________________________

Allergies/Medical Information or Other Concerns: _________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

Emergency Contacts:

Name: ____________________________ Phone: _____________________________________

Name: ____________________________ Phone: _____________________________________

Dismissal Information: :

All Children will be picked up in Wesley Hall. (Unless they are in Williams School)

Persons who may pick up child from VBS each day:

__________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

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2012 VBS Volunteer Card

Sunday, July 22nd - Thursday July 26th 9 a.m. till Noon

Name_________________________________________________

Phone________________________________________________

Email_________________________________________________

I wish to help with VBS in the following ways:Before VBS Begins: ____ Prepare props and Decorations____ Make Pre-craft Items ____ Help with Pre-Registration

During Vacation Bible School:___ Group Leader ___ Helper

Vacation Bible School VolunteersVacationBibleSchoolisjustaround

the corner and will be here before you know it. Now is your opportunity to let us know where you will be helping this year

We need teachers, helpers, cooks, decorators, registrars, sound operators, musicians, computer operators, photographers and more tohelpmakethisthebestVacationBibleSchoolEver!

Thethemethisyearis“OperationOverboard.”

“Our kids will dive in and discover God’s underwater universe! Explore the depths of God’s Word at VBS 2012 with Cokesbury’s Operation Overboard – Dare To Go Deep With God!

In this action-packed adventure, they will swim with humpback whales and seahorses, scuba through a

vibrant coral reef, and take a personal submarine to the ocean floor, where eels and octopi play.

Through interactive lessons that are easy for kids to apply to their lives today, they will “go deep” into God’s Word, exploring Bible stories of people who revealed deep faith by knowing how to:

Depend on God, Dare to care, Claim Jesus, Choose to follow, Change the world”

-Cokesbury Website

Tosignuptohelp,pleasetakeamomenttofilloutthecardbelow,tearitout,andplaceitintheofferingplate on Sunday Morning, or bring it bythechurchofficeduringtheweek.

Ifyouhaveanyquestionsyoucancontact Sue Camp at [email protected] or call the church at 903.832.8663

4000 Moores Lane Texarkana TX 75503 903.832.8663 welcometowilliams.org

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