Volume 35.02 January 20, 2013

Oak Hill United Methodist ChurchWhere everyone is a minister

7815 Highway 290 W. Austin, Texas 78736 512-288-3836 Pastors Jim Roberts, Pam Sheffield & Stella Burkhalter

Sunday, January 208:45, 10:00 Pathways & 11:15

Worship ServicesPastor Jim Roberts &

Pastor Pam Sheffield (10:00)“Getting Through the Rough

Times” Acts 6:8-15

Lay-Led Worship & Communion - 6:15 p.m.

January 23 - Speaker: Chet Miles Music: Dave Stewart

January 30 - Speaker: JoAnn McGill, Music: Scott Broberg

Sunday, January 278:45, 10:00 Pathways & 11:15 Worship Services

Pastor Jim Roberts & Pastor Stella Burkhalter (10:00)“Changes Take You to Strange Places” Acts 8:26-40

Oak Hill United Methodist Men’s Retreat, 2013January 25th and 26th

7A Ranch Resort 333 Wayside, Wimberley, Texas, Cowboy and Indian Lodges

What Is Your Rule Of Life?

Isaiah 55:2 - Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and you will delight in

the richest of fare.

Micah 6:8 - He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

Matthew 5:6 - Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.

What kind of life are we called to lead? Over the years, men have followed various codes of conduct: in medieval times the code of chivalry governed how power was exercised; a “culture of honor” is deeply rooted in traditional cultures; and in the Old West there were expectations of “straight-shooting.” A man’s word was “his bond.” Beyond such codes lies deeper governing principles for Christian disciples, and in the Beatitudes Jesus crystalized how we are to live out the abundant life as citizens of his kingdom. Here in the core of the gospel he sets out a “rule of life,” not as regulation but as a pattern of commitments and rhythm that permeates our lives, shapes our character and guides our relationships. When we hunger for righteousness we are fed what we need, are fully alive, and become all of what God desires. In a culture of materialism and superficiality, precarious employment, and uncertain rewards in the workplace, what is our “rule of life”? As men, we have much to learn from each other, so, in our annual tradition, some have offered to share their own personal perspective on seeking God’s direction in their lives. So join us for good food, music, and fellowship.

Our retreat venue: Go west from the church on 290 to Dripping Springs, take left at first traffic light; go to the 3rd traffic light (that will be Wimberley) and take a right on River Rd., go 1.3 miles to Wayside and turn right. You’ll shortly see the resort offices on the left, and we will be in the Cowboy and Indian Lodges. Take the driveway to your left about 100 yards past the offices and find a parking

place. Count on a 30 minute drive from Oak Hill. Registration fee includes 3 meals and lodging. Motel-style sleeping rooms open into a commons area and contain two beds each and private bath with bedding provided. Bring your own towel. You are also welcome to join us for part of the time.

Oak Hill UMC Nametags2013! A new year! A time for new beginnings! This is the time to be wearing your name tags so we all can know each other better. Every family has their own name tag folder and one can be easily made for you! If you have lost your name tag, or have not yet been given a church name tag and you would like one, please let the office know by indicating this on your attendance card given with the morning bulletins. Please write your name and names of your family as you’d want them to appear on the tag(s), along with your telephone number. Or, you can contact the church office by calling 288-3836 or email to office@oakhil-lumc.org to make a request. You’ll find the tags in your name tag folder the next Sunday!(Continued on page 6)

Our Presence

Our Gifts January 06, 2012General Fund $33,610Children’s Bldg 3,472UMCOR 25Seven Well Project 400

Our PrayersTo see the full prayer list, please go to the church website

www.oakhillumc.org

Memorials

January 06 January 13 2011 2012 2011 2012Sunday School 360 284 307 286Worship 717 653 621 683

January 13, 2012General Fund $18,879Children’s Bldg 763UMCOR 25Seven Well Project 400Habitat for Humanity 50Haiti Missions 100

Have You Turned In Your Pledge?As of 1/14/2013 we have received 348 pledge cards

totaling $1,120,653.00! We need to complete our budget planning for 2013 and

our 2013 goal is 400 pledges totaling $1,500,000. If you haven’t had a chance to return your 2013 estimate of

giving card, please do so soon. The church will be facing increased cost in several areas,

including utilities, debt service and insurance and we want to keep our wonderful ministries going in the

midst of that. If you have questions, please contact Angie in the church office at 288-3836 or by email angie@oakhillumc.org.

Dearest Oak Hill ministers,Knowing that we are being lifted up by all of you have made our last two months so very blessed. Oak Hill is a praying church and we are awed by the power! We praise God daily for the many blessings that have come during our ordeal. Thank you and please continue to pray for Carson, his sister, Katey, mom and dad. This is a very long journey (3 years

and 2 months) and we are just beginning, but with your prayers and love we are certainly filled with hope and faith. We are also very thankful for the meals that have been so lovingly made and shared with Carson’s family. It provides the family more time to spend on caretaking and loving each other - what a gift! Just an update on Carson. He got to go to church recently and was thrilled. He has been in a good treatment routine and is tolerating the chemo very well. His numbers are good, so the doctors want him to be as normal as possible when he is doing this well. In the coming months the treatment becomes more intense like when they were getting him into remission, so we are taking advantage of every good day! God is so very present in our lives and we are thankful to Him and to all of you!~ The Fudges, Sandra and Rick, Jace, Shey, Katey and Carson

Thank You OHUMC!Our church set a new record this year in preparing Operation Christmas Child Shoe Boxes – 732 boxes! This means that 732 needy children around the world will receive probably the only Christmas gift they will get this year. The Sunshine Class wrapped the boxes during the year and gave them to people in the congregation to fill. Many individual, families, adult and children’s Sunday School classes filled boxes and/or donated toys, candy, school supplies and toiletries to the effort. Beth Cochran organized the effort and expressed particular thanks to the Walgreens at Slaughter and Mopac for their generous support.

Hospital VisitationYears ago when John Reynolds & Val Sansing were pastors here at OHUMC, Val decided it would be a great help to the pastors if we had a group of lay people that would visit the members and their families that were in the hospital. The pastors still visit, but they would always know that someone

from the church would be there too. It brought comfort to the ones in the hospital as well as the pastors. We now need several new helpers with this loving ministry. We cover all the Austin hospitals, but most of our members are in the South Austin or Westlake hospitals. You would have 2 days a month to cover, given to you on a calendar, usually the same days every month if you prefer. We have several people who work in or near a hospital, so they cover just that one. This very caring and important ministry only takes a short while of your time, but can mean so much to that person in the hospital. We really need some of you to volunteer. Email Gail Beckley at gybec43@gmail.com.

In memory of John Sansing to the Youth Scholarship Fund from:

Margaret & Al JonesAngie & Cameron Bragg

Marsha HughesCalyn Hughes

WE GOT A NOTE OF THANKS!!! I can only hope he got one of our Christmas stockings. (HUGS)

To Whom it may concern,Myself and my roommate are currently downrange in Afghanistan, and today we both got one of your care packages. We both like everything and wanted to say thank you.

Mindy & Barrett and family, friends of Don RoetsHoward SmithMike & Barbie Lynch, Gail Beckley’s friendsMuriel Briscoe, Gail Beckley’s friendRev. Suzanne StevesWilda HopingardnerDea PowellWyatt “Buzz” Burkhalter, Hunter Burkhalter’s fatherAmy ScottJan KennebeckAll who serve in the militaryPeace and stability in the Middle EastThe unemployed, the homeless, and our country’s leaders

United Methodist WomenUNITED METHODIST WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB Our January selection is Winter of the World by Ken Follett. This is the second book in a trilogy continuing the stories of five families – American, English, German, Welch, and Russian, who are caught up in worldwide events extending through the first and second World Wars to the Cold War era. Our next meeting will be on Thursday morn-ing, January 31, at 10 a.m. at Panera Bread on William Cannon. Please contact Diana Goodloe at 906-1931 or dianagoodloe@gmail.com if you have questions.

Men’s Walk #1690 is February 7, 2013 at Camp Young Judaea in Wimberley and would be a wonderful gift for a man in your

family, a friend or yourself. Ask someone who has been on a Walk or George & Jan Kennebeck at 263-5701.

Hello, Girlfriends! Wishing you could sneak away for a relaxing time in the mountains? We’ve got the perfect plan! Cozy Mountain Lodge is a relaxing mountain lodge themed retreat the women of our church are doing together. It includes wor-ship, Bible study, and time for laughter as well as quiet reflection. We’ll begin with dinner on the evening of Friday, February 22nd and will finish by 4:30 on Saturday, February 23rd. Our retreat will be held at 7A Resort in Wimberley, TX and the cost is only $65.00 per person! This covers 3 delicious meals, fun and refreshing activi-ties, along with comfortable lodging. Registration will begin Sunday, January 27th. To learn more or register, stop by our table at church or call Marsha Hughes at 288-0371. For more information or questions about the retreat call Jeannine Inbody at 295-6977. Take time to relax, to make new friends, to worship, and to draw closer to God. We hope you’ll join us at Cozy Mountain Lodge.

Young at Heart

Young at HeartDinner Meeting

On February 14th, Valentine’s Day at 6:30 p.m., we will have our monthly gathering at La Posada Mexican Restaurant, 6800 Westgate Blvd. (William Cannon & Westgate in the West Gate Shopping Center). Come join all your friends for good food, fun and fellowship. Please notify Doug & Jeannie Moody at (512) 301-3305 for more informa-tion & reservations. As always, please feel free to bring a friend and a good joke to share.

DiSCiple iBecoming Disciples Through Bible Study - January 28

This 34-week study is a marvelous first course for those who have never studied the Bible in-depth. The goal of Disciple is transformation, not just information. The study follows the chronological movement of the Biblical story from Creation to the New Jerusalem and explores the major themes of the Bible. The class includes daily reading assignments, questions for reflection, video segments and class discussion. The mate-rials fee is $37, which covers the cost of the study manual. Students also need a study Bible.

DiSCiple ii Into the Word, Into the World - February 4

Intended for those who have completed Disciple I, this 32-week study deepens Biblical understanding by focusing on Genesis, Exodus, Luke and Acts. It encourages the practice of spiritual disciplines arising out of Scripture for the purpose of changing habits and transforming lives. Participants learn to approach all experiences of life as an opportunity for faithful witness and service. The materials fee is $37, which covers the cost of the study manual. Students also need a study Bible.

Contact Sharon Douglass to enroll at programs@oakhillumc.org.

Classes begin February 11Enroll now!

Contact Sharon Douglass at programs@oakhillumc.orgfor more information.

The UMW 2013 Membership Directory Is Now Available

If you would like to receive a digital copy, please contact Alana Oehler at also@austin.rr.com or 512-289-1988. You will also receive a list of the 2013 Officers and Circle Chairs. If you do not have email access, a copy can be placed in your name tag folder. If you are not a member of UMW, please consider joining us as we further our ministry focused on women and children in need. We meet in Circles and Bible study groups always centered on our relationship with God through Jesus Christ. For more information about UMW, please contact Alana Oehler at also@austin.rr.com or 512-289-1988 or Martha Dunks at mdunks@austin.rr.com or 512-288-2493.

Join the Haiti Mission TripA mission trip to Haiti has been scheduled through United Methodist Volunteers in Mission (UMVIM) on April 6-13, 2013, which is one week after Easter. (Easter is March 31, 2013.) Haiti is still recovering from the devastating earthquake that occurred on January 12, 2010. UMVIM, in collaboration with Eglise Methodiste d’Haiti, is entering the third and final year of its Haiti Response Plan. The Plan has identified priority projects for earthquake recovery and other church and social needs that can be addressed by UMVIM teams. While priority projects have focused on construc-tion, other opportunities to be involved in the local communities exist, such as English as a second language, music, working with children, and computer training. UMVIM’s theme is Christian Love in Action, which says it all. This is a wonderful opportunity to participate in a ministry of recon-ciliation by moving yourself and others closer to glorifying God. The team will be led by Jon Nelson, who went to Haiti in February 2011 and April 2012. For more information, please contact Jon at 512-288-2764 or by email at jonelson8@cs.com.

You’re invited to an Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraiser breakfast to support

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SPRINg METHODIST BUILDTickets are $10

When: Saturday, March 2Where: Applebee’s Neighborhood grill & Bar

Habitat for Humanity Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

It was a great Christmas season and now it’s pancake season! The next fund-raiser is our pancake breakfast at Applebee’s on March 2. This is a lot of fun and is a great way to raise funds for the 2013 Methodist-built home. Watch for tickets sales between services in February on the patio or in the Fellowship Hall. Tickets will be $10 each, and we get to keep $5 for each person that shows up for pancakes ($10 for those who don’t cash in their tickets). You must buy tickets in advance; no ticket sales at the door. Breakfast includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, Eggs Benedict, sausage, bacon, hash browns, juice, and coffee. What a deal! If you cannot make it to the breakfast and miss the ticket sales, you can always place a check in the offering basket any Sunday; make the check out to OHUMC and put Habitat for Humanity in the memo line. We can always use prayers for the success of the fundraising and the build. Call Jerry Morford at 301-3738 or send him an e-mail at jmorford@austin.rr.com if you have questions about the Methodist Build or the pancake breakfast.

Stephen & Dixie Long joined Oak Hill UMC January 13, at the 8:15 a.m. service.

Stephen & Lisa Cone also joined Oak Hill UMC on January 13, at the 8:15 a.m. service.

Pancake Teams Needed!The Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper is February 12, and we want to make sure that there are plenty of pancakes ready and avail-able for all. This year we have decided to ask groups of people in the church (a Sunday School class, a UMW circle, a group of UM men, a group of youth, some choir members, or just a group of friends) to set up a griddle and cook pancakes. We will hope-fully have a number of griddles going and we can even have a friendly competition going to get folks to come to your griddle for pancakes! The staff is planning to participate and we hope you will too. The church will provide the pancake mix and your group can feel free to cook plain pancakes or to add whatever you’d like (ie: strawber-ries, blueberries, pecans, etc.). It will be a lot of fun! If you don’t have a griddle, we’ll help you borrow one, so don’t let that keep you from joining in the fun. Contact Suzanne Steves at suzanne@oakhillumc.org and let her know you plan to participate.

The Oak Hill United Methodist Church

EndowmEnt FUndConsider making a gift to our church Endowment Fund.

All contacts are confidential.Contact Doug Beckley, Endowment Chairperson, at 461-5269.

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February 10 - 3:30 p.m. - FSH There is still time to register for the MidWinter Retreat, an event put on by the Southwest Texas Conference of the Methodist Church. It has become a huge part of our winter and has acted as a springboard to so much more - more involvement in youth, a deeper sense of mission outreaches, have had the most impact in the lives of our students of anything we do. This year, the cost is $110 per student. There are scholarships avail-able at the Conference, District, and church level (please email or text me if you need a scholarship - we do not want cost to be a factor). This weekend will be full of worship, preaching, free time, great friendships, good food, and plenty of fun. I hope you will make plans for your student to join us! The dates are:- Middle School - Feb 1-3 @ Mt. Wesley- High School - Feb 15-18 @ Echo Valley (near Leakey)We will provide transportation. The easiest way to sign up is to register online at www.reachingyouth.org/midwinter.html. After you register, please let Dave, Director of Youth Ministries, know so we can make arrangements for vehicles, at stewy@oakhil-lumc.org.

Important Info about Midwinter MissionMidwinter Mission is a unique retreat in which participants will explore the issues of hunger, experience a “Homeless Day Experiment”, and discover what life is like for someone living on the streets of a city. Participants will also have awesome times of worship, attend a worship service at the Annual Conference Called Session at University UMC (just to let them know we have youth in our churches!) and enjoy times of fellowship and community. Each camper attending MW Mission is asked to bring a loaf of bread, and a jar of peanut butter and jelly. Each church group is asked to bring two cases of water. Lastly, anyone want-ing to donates coats or blankets can do so and bring them to either Midwinter 1, the Conference Office in San Antonio, or Midwinter Mission for them to be distributed to the homeless.

welcome to the Revolution! no longer do we need to chase the dream of God’s revolution of love – for the

revolution of God’s Kingdom is among us. the revolution isn’t something that will come in the future,

because the revolution is already here. (However, it’s our call to respond and to live in the

moment as disciples of Jesus Christ!)

To: All AgentsFrom: MPKids HeadquartersRe: Your Top-Secret February Mission

December was a busy month for the MPKids at Oak Hill! We sorted over 120 coats for Coats for Kids, made 100 Nativity bookmarks for the Christmas Day party for kids in East Austin, and had an amazing time at our first-ever Holiday Movie Night (and help-ing Agent Eleanor reach nearly 400 pairs for this year’s PJ Project). All I can say is WOW! Speaking of wow, will you soon be joining the ranks of Special Agents who have been promoted to Special Agent 1st Class? Congratulations to these agents who have been newly promoted!Benjamin Durbin, Sydney Fontenot, Sarah Garrison,

Joey Comey Clayton Laney, Walker Wright and Aiden Giroux were also recognized at our meeting today as they were unable to attend the last promotion ceremony. So let’s find out what God has in store for us next!

Next month we will be feeding the Youth of OHUMC dinner for our next meeting, Sunday, February 10th, so your mission will come in two parts.1) Sign up and bring a food item to help.2) We will set up the Fellowship Hall and prepare the meal for the Youth at our next meeting.Mr. Dave, our Youth Director, (and I!) are so very excited about our next mission. The Youth do so much to help the children (and MPK) at OHUMC and it will be great to be in service to them.• Please check your email from me for a link for Sign-Up Genius to sign up to bring a food item. • When an item says (2) in parentheses, it means that I need two different families to sign up for that item, even if it means bringing two or three of a particular item. I tried to be fair in dividing everything up. • Also, please sign up for only one item initially to give everyone the opportunity. • If you have any questions, just call or email me.Here is the link: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EADAB229-februaryYou know who’s smiling! (God, that’s who!!)

Agent Eleanor gathering pajamas for her PJ Project!

GOOD LUCK ON YOUR NEXT MISSION!

UNITED METHODIST MEN’S RETREAT SCHEDULE

Friday5:00 p.m. to 7:00 - Arrive, Fellowship, Meet and Greet

7:00 to 8:00 - Supper (UMM BBQ pit, featuring smoked brisket, chicken, sausage, etc.)8:00 to 10:00 - Welcome, Music, Fellowship, Talks

Frank GoodloeJohn Barton

10:00 to 10:15 - Closing Chapel Devotional

Saturday7:45 - Morning devotional in lodge

8:00 to 9:00 - Breakfast9:00-11:00 - Relaxation, Talks, Reflection, Music

Glen WilkersonClif Blanchard

Kent Abney11:00 to 12:00 - Closing Chapel & Communion, Rev. John Reynolds (St. Luke’s UMC)

12:00 to 1:00 - Lunch

Executive Chef: Don Roets; BBQ Specialist And Kitchen Trainee: Chet MilesMusic: Jon Nelson and AssociatesQuality control: Rev. Jim Roberts

Coordinator: Steve Reese

Make your reservation now! (Include the form below with your check)

UMMen’s Retreat Registration: The registration fee is $50, which includes lodging, three meals, entertainment, and inspiration. Scholarships are available. If you need

transportation, we will be happy to coordinate shared rides from the church parking lot at 5 p.m. If you are unable to spend the night, join us for however long you wish. Contact Steve Reese (cell 940.2051)

Name:

Address: City: Zip:

Phone: Check #: Amount: Date: Make check payable to Oak Hill UMC (note on check for UMM Retreat)

Fill out this form and mail to or drop off at the church office box on Angie Bragg’s door by January 21st. Address: Angie Bragg, Oak Hill UMC, 7815 Hwy 290 W., Austin 78736

Oak Hill UMC Calendar of EventsFor the latest calendar info: www.oakhillumc.org/events.html

Looking AheAdFebruary 12 - Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper

February 13 - Ash WednesdayFebruary 22 - Women’s Retreat

March 2 - Habitat for Humanity Pancake Breakfast

Babysitters are available for

these events. To secure a spot for your child, call Jennifer Barkis at 801-0269 at least 48 hours

in advance. You may also arrange for childcare for

other events, but please call at least two weeks

in advance.

Sunday, January 20 2nd Sunday after Epiphany 8:45 AM Blended worship service, Sanctuary 10:00 AM Pathways worship service, Sanctuary Sunday School, Adult Ed. Bldg., Children’s Bldg., FSH11:15 AM Traditional worship service, Sanctuary Sunday School, Adult Ed. Bldg., Children’s Bldg., FSH 12:30 PM Sanctuary- Africa Presentation, Sanctuary Youth Choir, A103 1:00 PM Daisy Troop, CB-Great Room 5:00 PM UMYF, Fellowship Hall Monday, January 21 9:00 AM Kid’s Day Out, C108 10:00 AM Dorcas Quilters, A203 11:00 AM Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop #505 Meeting, Fellowship Hall Handbell rehearsal, Sanctuary 8:00 PM Reunion Group-Disciples under Construction, A102 Tuesday, January 22 10:00 AM Praying Moms, off-site 11:00 AM Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 4:30 PM Kids Acting, A103 6:00 PM Yoga Class, A201-202 Wednesday, January 23 9:00 AM Kid’s Day Out, C108 9:20 AM Tot-Smarts, A101 10:00 AM UMW Weds. AM Bible Study, A201 5:00 PM Kids Acting, A206 5:30 PM Emmaus Group, A-102 Fellowship Dinner, Fellowship Hall 6:15 PM RECHARGE worship service, Sanc. Kingdom Cubs rehearsal, C107 Kingdom Kids rehearsal, CB Great Rm Confirmation Class, A102 6:30 PM Youth Bible Study, Youth Lounge 7:00 PM Chancel Choir rehearsal, A103 Trustees meeting, A101 8:00 PM Praise Band rehearsal, Sanctuary Thursday, January 24 8:50 AM Tai Chi, A201 9:00 AM Sunshine Class, Missions Building 10:00 AM Hugs project, A203 Music Forever, A103 Moms Club, A206 UMW Book Club, off campus 3:30 PM Kindermusik, A103 6:00 PM Yoga Class, A201-202 7:00 PM Prayer Shawl Ministry, A102 Friday, January 25 7:00 AM Emmaus Reunion Group, A102 10:00 AM CLS/Knitting Class, A102 10:30 AM Kindermusik, A103

Saturday, January 26 9:30 AM Reunion Group, A102 5:00 PM Scout Leader meeting, Fellowship Hall

Sunday, January 27 3rd Sunday after Epiphany 8:45 AM Blended worship service, Sanctuary 10:00 AM Pathways worship service, Sanctuary Sunday School, Adult Ed. Bldg., Children’s Bldg., FSH11:15 AM Traditional worship service, Sanctuary Sunday School, Adult Ed. Bldg., Children’s Bldg., FSH 12:30 PM Youth Choir, A103 4:00 PM Troop 1707, Daddy Dance, CB Great room 5:00 PM Children’s Ministries Team meeting, C201 5:00 PM UMYF, Fellowship Hall

Monday, January 28 9:00 AM Kid’s Day Out, C108 11:00 AM Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop #505 Meeting, Fellowship Hall Handbell rehearsal, Sanctuary Disciple I, A203 8:00 PM Reunion Group-Disciples under Construction, A102 Tuesday, January 29 10:00 AM Praying Moms, off-site 11:00 AM Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 1:15 PM Program Staff Mtg., A104 4:30 PM Kids Acting, A103 6:00 PM Yoga Class, A201-202 Wednesday, January 30 9:00 AM Kid’s Day Out, C108 9:20 AM Tot-Smarts, A101 10:00 AM UMW Weds. AM Bible Study, A201 5:00 PM Kids Acting, A206 5:30 PM Emmaus Group, A-102 Fellowship Dinner, Fellowship Hall 6:15 PM RECHARGE worship service, Sanc. Kingdom Cubs rehearsal, C107 Kingdom Kids rehearsal, CB Great Rm Confirmation Class, A102 6:30 PM Youth Bible Study, Youth Lounge 7:00 PM Chancel Choir rehearsal, A103 Trustees meeting, A101 8:00 PM Praise Band rehearsal, Sanctuary

Thursday, January 31 8:50 AM Tai Chi, A201 9:00 AM Sunshine Class, Missions Building 10:00 AM Hugs project, A203 Music Forever, A103 3:30 PM Kindermusik, A103 6:00 PM Yoga Class, A201-202 7:00 PM Prayer Shawl Ministry, A102

Oak Hill United Methodist Church7815 Highway 290 WestAustin, TX 78736www.oakhillumc.org

The Cornerstone issue Submission Deadline February 3 January 25 February 17 February 08

The Cornerstone (USPS 012-959) is published by Oak Hill United Methodist Church at 7815 Hwy. 290 W., Austin, TX 78736. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: The Cornerstone, 7815 Hwy. 290 W., Austin, TX 78736. This newsletter issues semi-monthly. Subscription rate: $12/year. OHUMC office hours are 9 a.m. -5 p.m. M-Th and 9 a.m. to noon on Friday. Submit announcements and articles to cornerstone@oakhillumc.org. Ministers All members of Oak Hill UMCPastors Jim Roberts Pam Sheffield Stella BurkhalterChildren’s Ministries Asst. Jennifer BarkisFinancial Administrator Angie BraggDirector of Adult Ministries Sharon DouglassDirector of Communications Page GordonPathways Worship Leader Greg GrahamAssistant Choir Director Diana Hopkins Handbell Choir Director Cathy IngersollCustodian Billie MooreFacilities Administrator Charles MooreDirector of Music Ministries Suzanne PenceOrganist Hyojin SongDirector of Children’s Ministries Suzanne Steves Director of Youth Ministries Dave StewartOffice Manager Tracy StewartDirector, Kid’s Day Out Rita WilsonDirector of Pre-School Ministries Kristin Wright

Help The Food MinistryOur food ministry is such a vital part of our outreach to our congregation as well as to our neighbors in need and we are in need of help-ers for funeral receptions and Agape meals. Sue Payne, suepayne@sbcglobal.net.

Thank you to everyone that participated in our Blood Drive on Sunday, January 13th -- it was a HUGE SUCCESS -- our goal was 24 pints, we delivered 28 -- WAHOO!!! Just think of all the lives that were saved on Sunday -- wow! Look for another drive in 3 months or so.

Blood Drive Goal 24# of Donors Presented 35Total Number of Whole Blood Donations Collected 28

thanks for giving blood drive

at Oak Hill UMC

Wednesday Night FelloWship

MealJanuary 23: hamburgers/

Cheeseburgers January 30: Tacos

CROP WalkSunday March 3 - 1:45 p.m. - Camp Mabry This is a great event and is now much closer

to the church. Contact Madison or Ryan Wright to join the Oak Hill UMC team

at ryan.wright96@yahoo.com or 512-698-4088. You can also join online at http://hunger.cwsglobal.org/goto/OHUMC13.