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Coastal Bend Emmaus, Chrysalis, Kairos & Damascus Communities
Vol. 18, Issue 04 April , 2011
A letter from the Journey to Damascus Board of Trustees
To The Journey Community 4th Day Group
A letter from the Journey to Damascus Board of Trustees (BOT) to our Brothers and Sisters in Christ of the
Journey to Damascus Community (JTD) -What is the function of the BOT and who are we?
Journey To Damascus #1 began in 2001 in Corpus Christi, TX. and was governed by a local Board of Direc-
tors. As the JTD expanded into the Houston area, the Houston Community elected its’ own BOD. Once
established it was decided there needed to be a governing body, whose main objective was to have oversight
of the two existing communities and any expansions which might come to fruition in the future. Through
much deliberation and prayer it was decided the BOT shall have general authority in all matters relating to
JTD and should be based in Corpus Christi, TX.
A key responsibility of the BOT is to ensure all JTD communities remain consistent with the current By-laws,
Policies, and Manuals of JTD. As we have grown from JTD #1 to JTD #100 in Houston this summer, the
process and model become increasingly more important. The BOT assists the existing Boards with hosting
mandatory training seminars for our future Lay Directors and Board Reps. The goal is to educate, answer
questions and present the approved model for each weekend.
The BOT is involved in assisting key individuals who want to expand the JTD experience into new communi-
ties. There is a Launch Protocol and Expansion agreement which are implemented and followed.
The BOT is made up of a minimum of 7 individuals as follows: A Spiritual Director, two trustees nominated
by their respective Community Board Of Directors and three trustees at large. The current BOT is made up
the following individuals: President Bill Beck, Vice-President Thomas Schmidt (Houston), Jim Kollaja, Mark
Thibaut (Houston), Rev. Billy Storms, Diana Salinas and Ron Enderle. Daniel Garza and Pat Kelly partici-
pate in representing the future expansion of JTD into the Austin, TX. area.
The Journey to Damascus is a living breathing entity. The Board of Trustees endeavors to be held account-
able to and by every JTD alumni. We continue to move forward, with prayer and guidance from the Holy
Spirit, to ensure the JTD experience will be around for many years to come.
Sincerely,
Bill Beck, President
Journey to Damascus
Board of Trustees
Island Church To Host Emmaus Celebration
Island in the Son United Methodist Church invites the Coastal Bend Emmaus, Chrysalis, Kairos, and Damascus Com-
munities and all interested persons to participate in a special Emmaus Sunday celebration May 15. The service,
which begins at 10 a.m., will include praise music, information about the Walk, a Fourth Day talk, and Holy Commun-
ion. A pot-luck luncheon will follow the service. The church is located at 10650 Highway 361 on Mustang Island. For
more information, call Lowell or Betty Thomas at 361-980-8544 or [email protected]. De Colores!
Houston Women’s JTD #94
April-28, 2011 Jennifer Hancock, LD
My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.
2 Corinthians 12:9a
Thank you so much for your continued prayers as we prepare for JTD#94. It is coming up quickly and we are confident that the
Holy Spirit is at work in the lives of our team and our Pilgrims. We are asking for your continued support in the form of prayers,
agape, letters and your presence at Candlelight April 30 at Circle Lake Retreat Center in Tomball, Texas. Join us as we welcome
these wonderful women into our community and show them what the love of Christ looks and feels like in their lives.
We are humbled to say that our weekend is full at this time and we are operating on a wait list, God is so good. Keep those applica-
tions coming for sure!! De Colores!
Jennifer Hancock
Lay Director, JTD #94
Pilgrims Holly Beall Shauna Reedy Susan Barry Ashley Bastone Michelle Payne Vicki Jernigan Susie Frawley Jennifer Bates Brittany Riehl Luisa Parades Stacy Bruegging Adelita Garza Nicole Nunnally Nicole Smith Rita Edwards Kristen Bednarz Kelli Bednarz Ann Gillis Amber Wilson Pam McKeever Allison Clark Marilyn Vossler Pam Gonzalez Anna Mathew Lisa Galera Gloria Jean Ramos Vicki Saaverdra Vicky Morris Jennifer Guzzetta Carolyn Bilsky Kim Bilsky Shirley Skidmore Leisa Hughes Amanda Rawlins Felice Frei Laura Luera Kathleen Jones Suzanne Astle Christi Ward Kim Guzzetta Kristi Swann Karla Rutan
Talk Schedule Thursday 04/28/11 Evening - Ecumenism - Pastor Jeff Rees Friday 04/29/11 8:30 am - Priorities – Kate Stratton 10:30 am - Grace – clergy ???? 1:10 pm - Priesthood of all Believers – Kelli Nevlud 2:30 pm - Faith – clergy ???? 6:50 pm - Life in Piety – Antonette Bielstein Saturday 04/30/11 8:20 am - Growth through Study – Karen Conner 9:40 am - Sacraments – Fr. Carl Tenhunfeld 1:30 pm - Christian Action – Faye Evans 3:00 pm - Obstacles to Grace – Clergy ???? 6:30 pm - Discipleship – Michelle Millhollon (Candlelight) 8:00 pm - Love and Unity – Julie Chovanetz Sunday 05/01/11 9:15 am - Changing Our World – Ellie Disser 10:15 am - Body of Christ – Cheryl Battaglia 11:15 am - Perseverance / 4th day – Jennifer Hancock
(Cont.) Michelle Sturgeon Stephanie Lyle Deborah Houghtaling Patty Hoelker Faye Evans Gloria Tudor Alison Ruffin Juli Salvagio Katherine Moore Charlotte Constantine Jeanne Kissinger Music Team Carmen Hanshaw Stacie Ites Amy Cardiel Debby Pellow Judy Schwartz Angels Bridgette Barnett CoHA Karen Conner CoHA Marsha Spencer Agape Fran Schaeffer Chapel Angel
Team St Elsewhere Jennifer Hancock LD Joanne Krohn Bd Rep Michelle Millhollon Asst LD Amy Vincik Asst LD Ellie Disser Asst LD Cheryl Battaglia Asst LD Mary Clare Cullen OLD Clergy Fr. Carl Tenhundfeld SD Pastor Jeff Rees ASD Conference Room Coleen Garvin Erika Derryberry Kelli Nevlud Carol Neyland Antonette Bielstein Rose Brown Sherry Toy Marie Bonnette Julie Chovanetz Dee Ann Mann
(Cont.) Peppy Henderson Rhonda Beavers Melissa Waldschmidt Agape Cooking Team
Suzanne Romano Dana Page Kim Walsh Jennifer Fails Lori Anglemyre Cindy Huggs Sherri Brokmeyer Jennifer Sacco
Community Schedule Thursday April 28, 2011 Sponsors Hour 6:30 pm
Saturday April 30, 2011
8:00 pm Candlelight
Sunday May 1, 2011 2:00 pm Closing
***PILGRIM APPLICATION***
PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY IN INK
Last Name:_________________________ First Name:________________________ Name Tag:__________________ 2 Male 2 Female Date of Birth:_____________ Email Address:______________________________________ Address:_______________________________________ City:_________________ State:______ Zip:____________ Home Phone:_______________________ Work Phone:_______________________ Other:_____________________ Church and the Denomination presently attending:___________________________________________________ Marital Status:____________________________ Number of Children:_________ Do you smoke? 2 Yes 2 No Ordained Clergy?___ Yes _ No Occupation:_______________________________________________________ Has the Walk been fully explained to you? 2 Yes 2 No Has Post Walk follow up been explained? 2 Yes 2 No Name of local Emmaus 4th Day Group for Post Walk gatherings that you will be attending (check with your sponsor if unclear what the name is) _______________________________________ Do you have any Special Dietary needs? 2 Yes 2 No If YES ~ Please explain:______________________________________________________________________ Do you have any special health problems or physical needs? 2 Yes 2 No If YES ~ Please explain:______________________________________________________________________ REGISTRATION CANCELLATION/CHANGE/REFUND POLICY: All changes in Walk Registration must be submitted to the Emmaus Office in writing. All Cancellations or changes must be made 14 days prior to the beginning of the confirmed Walk to avoid forfeiter of registration fees. Registration fees can be transferred in full to another event or pilgrim before the cancellation deadline. Full refunds will be issued to the payer of the registration fee minus a $25 processing fee.
Pilgrim Signature:______________________________________________ Date:_____________________
ALL INFORMATION IS REQUIRED FOR PLACEMENT ON A WALK ALL 3 SIGNATURES ARE REQUIRED BEFORE FORM CAN BE PROCESSED RETURN THE COMPLETED FORM TO YOUR SPONSOR, SO THEY MAY FILL IN THEIR SECTION IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF RECEIPT, PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR AT
TOLL FREE 888‐349‐4193
See current schedule for dates and registration fees REGISTRATION FEE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THIS FORM. OTHERWISE, THE PILGRIM WILL ONLY BE REGISTERED AS “WAIT LISTED” UNTIL FEE HAS BEEN PAID IN FULL. PLEASE CHECK WITH LOCAL FOURTH DAY GROUP FOR SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE AND INFORMATION.
WALK#________ Date_________ Cost________ Location_______________ If you are put on a wait list, can you attend on short notice? 1 1 Week 2 3 – 4 Days 3 Less than 3 days*
Check payable to: “Treasurer, Southwest Texas Conference” Mail this completed form and fee to: Emmaus Registrar, 16400 Huebner Rd. San Antonio, TX
Instructions for completion of the Southwest Texas Conference Walk to Emmaus Pilgrim Application
In accordance with the policies established by the Board of Directors, I ask that you take special note of the following questions on this Pilgrim Application. The Board has directed the Registrar to return any applications in which these questions are not fully answered and to request additional information before accepting the application. INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR CHURCH MEMBERSHIP
Because Emmaus is not intended to make disciples, but rather strengthen those who are already disciples, persons accepted for a Walk to Emmaus are expected to be ACTIVE members of a Christian congregation. ALL EXCEPTIONS
TO THIS POLICY must be approved in advance by the Community Spiritual Director(s), please make note of this be-fore you send the application in. Otherwise the form may be returned. Persons who are members of one congregation but are actively attending another congregation should confront the issue where GOD is calling them to service and make a commitment to a worshipping community before applying for a Walk to Emmaus, so that they are ready to participate FULLY in that community upon their return from the Walk to Emmaus. HAS THE WALK TO EMMAUS BEEN EXPLAINED TO YOU? – Make sure you are fully aware of what the Walk to Emmaus is all about, if you have a question, please ask your sponsor for more information. Your sponsor should not sign this form until he/she has explained Emmaus and its follow up to you. IF THE WALK IS CANCELLED OR PILGRIM CANNOT ATTEND – The Sponsor, Pilgrim and/or Lay Director may request for a refund, or request for a transfer to a future Emmaus Walk. If the pilgrim is paid in full and application on file, you will not need to submit a new application. Whether you are requesting for a refund or transfer, a request must be made in WRITING either through email, fax or regular mail to the registrar’s office. INFORMATION ON SPECIAL NEEDS
It is especially important to know if you have any special needs or challenges. It is rare that any such need cannot be met, but so that you can participate fully in the Walk to Emmaus. We would like to know as far ahead as possible, In order for leadership to make your Walk a fulfilling experience for you. NONE OF THIS INFORMATION WILL BE
RELEASED EXCEPT TO THOSE RESPONSIBLE FOR MEETING YOUR NEEDS. SIGNATURES REQUIRED ON THE FORM
There are three signatures that are REQUIRED for reservation. All of them need to be present or the form will be returned to you for completion, which may result in a delay of your registration. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SPONSOR TO SEE THAT THESE SIGNATURES ARE ALL PRESENT! 1. YOUR SIGNATURE – This is your free commitment to accept God’s invitation to attend the Walk. Therefore, the form must be signed by you personally, not your sponsor, spouse, friend, or parent (they cannot make such a free commitment for you). 2. YOUR PASTOR’S SIGNATURE – This signature is the commitment of the clergy member of the congregation that you serve to work with you in developing your service to God after the walk. The clergy member does not have to have been on a walk him/herself, however, the Walk is not intended to bypass or usurp the authority of the pastor of your congregation in any way. If your pastor is opposed to your attending a Walk, it will be difficult for you to serve effectively after your walk, and you may feel frustrated and discouraged. Your SPONSOR or the Spiritual Director of the Community may contract the Clergy member if he/she is hesitant or uncertain. OBVIOUSLY IT IS MEANINGLESS TO HAVE ANY MINISTER OTHER THAN YOUR OWN SIGN THIS FORM, SINCE THAT WOULD COMPLETELY DEFEAT THE PURPOSE OF THE PASTOR’S SIGNATURE. 3. YOUR SPONSOR SIGNATURE – This is your sponsor’s commitment to both you and to the Emmaus Commu‐nity,that he/she is willing to help you prepare for your walk, care for your family while you are away, and help you become more active in service after the Walk. This signature emphasizes the great importance the Walk to Emmaus places on your sponsor.
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2010/2011 EMMAUS BOARD
Lay Director Judi Storms
Asst. Lay Dir. Kelle Clark
Spiritual Directors Rev. Jason Adams
Asst. SD Rev. Allen Mosiman Treasurer Gale Bridgeman
Website:
www.CoastalBendEmmaus.org 2010/2011 DAMASCUS BOARD
President Steve Tagliabue
Vice President Jason Rodriguez Spiritual Director Father Tom Goodwin
Asst SD’s Rev. Billy Storms
Treasurer Marisa Vera
Website:
www.JourneyToDamascus.org 2010/2011 Chrysalis Board
Lay Director Ryan Luna
Spiritual Director Rev. Chuck Miller
Website:
www.ChrysalisCoastalBend.org
Emmaus Information Coastal Bend Emmaus Community
PO Box 324
Corpus Christi, TX 78403 H (361) 949-9452 C (361) 960-2238
Chrysalis Information Ryan Luna
P.O. Box 6830
Database Coordinator Lisa Nunez
P.O. Box 12
Bishop TX 78343
(361) 584-8908 [email protected]
Newsletter Editor
Judi Storms (361) 960-2238 [email protected]
W Houston JTD #94 April 28-May 1,2011
Jennifer Hancock LD
ryanluna9!gmail.com
W Walk # 1621 August 4-7,2011
Malynda Mc Neil LD
JTD Information
5620 Gollihar Rd.
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
Voice Mail: 1-888-546-7382
M Walk # 1627
September 8-11,2011
Bill Beck LD [email protected]
M Corpus Christi JTD #95
June 16-19,2011
Rick Oliveira LD
Boy’s Chrysalis June 30-July 3, 2011 Michal Womack LD [email protected]
Girl’s Chrysalis July 28-31, 3011 Gail Glawe LD
Kairos # 31 McConnell Unit
April 28-May 1,2011 Weekend Leader
Larry Smith
The Bluntzer Spirit Center is
closer to being a reality. Please login to their website located at: www.bluntzerspiritcenter.org for more details on how this fa-cility is taking shape, current information and upcoming plans.