JULY 6, 2018

A PUBLICATION OFOAK HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

7815 Hwy. 290 W.Austin, TX 78736 • (512) 288-3836

Pastors Jim Roberts, Katy Fitzgold, Laura Smith Adam

Worship ServicesSunday, July 88:45 a.m., 10 a.m. “Pathways,” and 11:15 a.m. Pastor Laura Smith Adam“Got Questions? — Why?” — John 11:32-37

Sunday, July 158:45 a.m., 10 a.m. “Pathways,” and 11:15 a.m. Pastor Katy Fitzgold“Got Questions? — Heaven and Hell” — Mark 9:43-47; Matthew 5:10-12

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Got More Questions?Each week, we will strive to answer some of the questions asked that we will not be able to address in our “Got Questions?” sermon series.

Questions on Women in the Bible: “Who are the great women of the Bible, and how do they relate to our lives today?” and “Did Adam have two wives?”

Radical Hospitality at Oak Hill UMC: A desire to invite, welcome, receive, and care for those who are strangers so that they find a

spiritual home and discover for themselves the unending richness of life in Christ.

Despite there being relatively few women highlighted and named in the Bible, there are still more than can be covered in a single sermon or brief newsletter article. Just a few of the notable women in the Old Testament include Deborah, a respected judge over the people of Israel; Rahab, a Canaanite woman of the night who saved the Hebrew spies in Jericho and became part of Jesus’ own lineage; Esther, an influential queen who risked her life to save her people; and Ruth, a Moabite woman who remained faithful to her mother-in-law after they were both widowed. This is clearly not a complete list, but each of these women is recorded on account of her courage, integrity, and persistence in adversity. Generally speaking, for a woman’s name and story to be recorded in the Bible, she must have ei-ther done something great (though not always something good), or been part of a greater family story. They lived in very different times, but we can learn a lot from these women whose conviction and strength overcame their patriarchal and societal restraints. As for Adam’s marital status, we just know of Eve, but who knows what happened after they left the garden and went East of Eden.

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Help Children Get Ready for SchoolOak Hill UMC is once again partnering with Foundation Communities to provide backpacks and school supplies for children in our neighborhood and throughout the Austin area.

Our donations first go to help children at Live Oak Trails and Southwest Trails housing complexes off Texas Highway 71, then to the general drive for Foundation Communities. OHUMC was so generous last year — 75 filled backpacks, 45 empty ones, plus additional supplies — that we met the needs for our immediate neighbors with extras for other children in Austin.

OHUMC will be accepting donations July 15-22. You can drop off backpacks and/or supplies in the foyer of Fellowship Hall. Contact David Matustik at dmatustik@yahoo.com or 512-971-8418 for more information.

Backpacks and supplies are requested for elementary-age children (kindergarten-fifth grades). The supply list includes:

• Glue (white, liquid, 8 oz.)• Supply box• Pencils, No. 2• Crayons and markers• Scissors (round or regular point)• Wire-bound notebooks• Erasers• Notebook paper• Ballpoint pens (black/blue)• Rulers (12-inch)• Dividers for binders

Foundation Communities is a local nonprofit providing first-class, affordable homes and support for thousands of low-income families and individuals empowering them with the tools they need to succeed. OHUMC has developed a partnership with Foundation Commu-nities, establishing a children’s library at Live Oak Trails, as well as sponsoring an Easter egg hunt the past two years.

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Stephen Ministry Training Scheduled July 22 Sunday, July 22 12:30 p.m. Parlor (Room A102)What is Stephen Ministry? Can anyone become a Stephen Minister? What training is required to become a Stephen Minister? Please join us Sunday, July 22, after the 11:15 a.m. service in the parlor (Room A102) at 12:30 p.m. to learn more about StephenMinistry. Contact Nancy Goodhue with any questions at ngoodhue@austin.rr.com or (512) 426-5541.

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Youth NewsSunday School Class Is Collecting Donations!The Youth Sunday School Class has partnered with the Travis County Community Center at Oak Hill to collect food andother personal items all year long. Donations will be delivered monthly to the center. Look for the collection bin in the hallway between the coffee bar area and the Youth Sunday School classroom.

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Our Preschool is Expanding!The Oak Hill UMC Preschool will add a preK class in the fall of 2018 and will hire both a lead teacher and an assistant teacher. We are a Christian play-based preschool licensed through the state of Texas. We are looking for individuals who have a love andpassion for educating the youngest of God’s children. If you are interested in applying, please send a resume to Jennifer Barkis at preschool@oakhillumc.org.

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United Methodist Men Lead Off “Dump the Debt” CampaignThe United Methodist Men’s tasty BBQ lunch sale raised more than $1,500 to help liquidate our church’s existing debt (currently $2,735,000 — yikes!). It may seem like $1,500 is just a drop in the bucket, but a lot of little contributions like the UMM’s can add up quickly and make a big dent in that intimidating debt balance. Let’s all make a “little” contribution this Sunday and start watching that debt shrink!

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Mom2mom Group Welcomes All Women Second and Fourth Thursdays of the Month 7:30 p.m. Members’ HomesMom2mom has selected its summer reading: My....Book of Saints: Courageous Women Who Showed Me How to Live by Maria Morera Johnson and The Very Worst Missionary: A Memoir or Whatever by Jamie Wright. We hope you’ll join us! Mom2mom meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. in each others’ homes. Please contact CatharineCorder (catinbody@hotmail.com) and join our Facebook group (Mom2mom) for information on where we’re meeting next.Mom2mom affirms that all people are beloved children of God, and welcomes women of every age, background, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, and family configuration. We welcome women parenting children as primary parents, step-parents, mentors, and those who have lost children. We look forward to getting to know you!

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Seven Class Focuses on Awkward Conversations 11:15 a.m. Sundays Room A102, Adult Education BuildingThe Seven Class is studying The Art of Awkward Conversation by Melissa Collier Gepford through the end of July.

Awkward conversations. We’ve all had them, and most of us cringe just thinking about them. Whether it’s politics or family or social media, conversations can go south quickly. Thankfully, the Bible has something to say about this. Jesus found himself in quite a few awkward conversations, so we can learn how to navigate them with grace and humility by studying Jesus’ tactics. So, come on, let’s talk.

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Our PrayersEddie Barho; Bob Batch; Kelley Coblentz Bautch; Ruth Anne Bush (Lois Rice’s friend); Les Conley; Lucy Cornell; Margaret Covell;David J. Dahill (Liz Armstrong’s neighbor); Jackie Fowler; friends and family of Richard Grimmett (Richard passed away June 10); Terry Kannedy (Jeannie and Doug Moody’s son/stepson); Helen McBride (Lynn Sampsell’s friend); Carl Moore; Diana Nelson; Cindy Nolan (Nancy Davila’s cousin); David Pazder; friends and family of Ed Ramsey (Jan’s husband, Ed, passed away June 25); Cherrie Shoemaker; friends and family of Annette Thompson (Jeannine Inbody’s sister, Annette, passed away June 18); Patricia Trujillo(Mike Trujillo’s mother); Rick White (Karan and David Stripling’s son-in-law); Janet Whitworth (Susan Shineldecker’s friend);Reggie Wilson

Stephen Ministers care for people facing tough times through confidential, one-to-one Christian care. They provide the emotionaland spiritual care needed when someone is faced with a crisis or difficulty such as grief, spiritual needs, health issues, relationshipproblems, job situations, or other life challenges. If you are in need of someone to share your concerns, please email Alana Oehlerat also@austin.rr.com or call her at (512) 289-1988 and ask about speaking with a Stephen Minister. For more information:www.oakhillumc.org/stephen-ministry/.

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Acolyte Training Scheduled July 15Sunday, July 15 After the 11:15 a.m. service SanctuaryHey fourth and fifth graders: We need your service to the church! Come hear what it means to be an acolyte and find out what it takes to help. We will have an information session, training, and pizza after the 11:15 a.m. service in the Sanctuary. Parents arewelcome to stay or can return for pickup. Please RSVP to Jenny Holm at jenny@oakhillumc.org.

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Free CRASE Training Offered July 21 Saturday, July 21 10 a.m.-noon APD South Substation, 404 Ralph Ablanedo Dr.Did you miss the recent CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) training at Oak Hill UMC? Here’s your opportunity to at-tend another session. Austin Police Department Officers Visi and Perez will partner to provide free CRASE training on July 21 from 10 a.m.-noon at the South Substation, 404 Ralph Ablanedo Dr. A light breakfast will be provided. Space is limited. Reserve your spot by emailing Officer Perez at rose.perez@austintexas.gov.

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Mental Health First Aid Training Available Aug. 4Nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population (one in five people) experience a mental illness in any given year. To help you identify, un-derstand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders, Oak Hill UMC is offering Mental Health First Aid, an eight-hour course, on Saturday, Aug. 4. In first aid classes you can learn CPR. In this class, you can learn ALGEE. The class explains

how to apply this technique with those who have depression, anxiety, psychosis, and substance use disorders. It also discusses ways to assist a person with suicidal thoughts, panic attacks, traumatic events, and psychotic breaks. The cost of the class is covered by a grantfrom Integral Care but a $10 donation would be appreciated. You can sign up for the class using the link below. Lunch will beprovided.

https://oakhill-mhfa8-4.eventbrite.com

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FreeStore Donations NeededThe FreeStore is in need of men’s clothing! Donations can be dropped off inside our Missions Building. Be sure to mark the bags “FreeStore.” The FreeStore is a cooperative ministry of the Capital District and provides clothing and household items without charge to those in need.

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Mark Your Calendars! July 9-13 — MaD CampJuly 13-15 — UMW Mission UJuly 15 — Acolyte Training July 16-20 — MaD CampAug. 4 — Mental Health First Aid TrainingAug. 6-10 — Cub CampAug. 19 — Blessing of the Backpacks Aug. 19 — Church Council Meeting Aug. 26 — Promotion Sunday/Youth Sunday Aug. 26 — Lunch with the Pastors

NOTE: The Crafty Christians are taking the summer off. See you in September!

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Ministers All members of Oak Hill UMCPastors Jim Roberts Katy Fitzgold

Laura Smith AdamDirector of Music Ministries Suzanne PenceAssociate Director of Music Ministries Kati CoxHandbell Choir Director & Accompanist Cathy IngersollOrganist Sheryl StackDirector of Preschool Ministries Jennifer BarkisDirector of Children’s Ministries Jenny HolmAss’t Director of Children’s Ministries Nicole RoeslerDirector of Youth Ministries Matt VillegasFinancial Administrator Angie BraggFacilities Administrator Daniel UrrutiaOffice Manager Kathy WilliamsonDirector of Connections and Service Vicki MatustikDirector of Communications Don KerrAudio/Video Technician Evan Ingersoll