Volume 35.05 March 10, 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, March 108:45, 10:00 Pathways & 11:15

Worship ServicesPastor Jim Roberts &

Pastor Stella Burkhalter (10:00)“Passage to Freedom”

Exodus 14:19-25

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

March 13 - Labyrinth March 20 - Speaker: Donna Broberg

“Love It and Leave It”

Sunday, March 178:45, 10:00 Pathways & 11:15 Worship Services

Pastor Jim Roberts & Pastor Stella Burkhalter (10:00)“The Back to Egypt Committee” Exodus 16:1-3

Part V of the Lenten Sermon Series: “From Captivity to Freedom”

We like predictability. We want to be in familiar places. Captivity is attractive because it is what we know.

Part IV: Lenten Sermon Series: “From Captivity to Freedom”

How, exactly, does Christ free us? What does it mean to call

Christ “savior”?

EXPERI ENCEEASTER

Come Worship With Us!

Holy Week Worship and EventsPalm Sunday, March 21 - 8:45, 10 & 11:15 Worship Services

Maundy Thursday, March 28 - 7 p.m. Drama & CommunionGood Friday, March 29 - 7 p.m. Worship Service

Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, March 30 - 9 to 11 a.m.Easter Sunday, March 31 - 7:15, 8:45, 10:00 & 11:15 a.m.

Worship Services

at Oak Hill United Methodist Church

MISSION OPPORTUNITYOn Saturday, March 16th, from 8am to noon, we are having a “spruce up the campus for Easter” workday, and we need your help. There will be indoor cleaning and outdoor work. If you can help, please contact our Facilities Administrator, Chuck Moore at facilities@oakhillumc.org or 512-288-3836 ext. 200.

CROP WALK 2013!More than 50 walkers from Oak Hill UMC participated at the first ever CROP

WALK at Camp Mabry, Sunday, March 3rd. Thanks to everyone who walked and their sponsors!

Our Presence

Our Gifts

February 24, 2013General Fund 26,880Children’s Bldg. 1,016.50Haiti Missions 50.00

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

www.oakhillumc.org

February 24 March 03 2012 2013 2012 2013Sunday School 208 268 199 283Worship 773 620 638 681

March 03, 2013General Fund $34,459.80Children’s Bldg. 5,974Habitat for Humanity 500Haiti Missions 100Africa - Dresses 30

Wednesday Night FelloWship MealMarch 13: pizza & salad

March 20: Tacos

Sharon Douglass Resigning Position as OHUMC Adult

Ministries DirectorAfter serving for 13 years as the Oak Hill UMC Director of Adult Ministries, Sharon Douglass is resigning her post to spend more time with friends and family. She recalls being asked to volunteer in this position by former Pastor Barbara Ruth. She took the assignment and built it into a signifi-cant part of our church leadership. Sharon’s leadership, dedication and devotion to her position and the church have been extremely important to our church and its growth. She remembers well the pleasure she has enjoyed with the growth of the church and the many programs and Sunday School classes that have to con-ducted and are being conducted. As a member since 1983—30 years, we know she will be continuing her active membership with us at Oak Hill. The church will be recognizing her at a reception in the near future.

Why I Love Oak Hill United Methodist ChurchWhen it is cold and gloomy outside or problems have you feeling down in the dumps, there is nothing as soothing as a warm bowl of homemade soup to set you straight.

Oak Hill UMC has always been like that pot of soup to us over the years. The church is the pot and the members are the ingredients to make the soup. The ingredients alone may be spicy like salt and pepper, offensive like onion, bitter like garlic, hard like a potato, and well, you get the idea. The finished product can be a gourmet delight. Soup

can be made from anything, even leftovers. These ingredients are placed in a large pot and steeped with the love of Jesus Christ until they become one, then (served to) shared with others as needed. If the pot gets low, just add more ingredients. That is why we love OHUMC.~ Pastor Pam Sheffield

The Adult Bible Class Alias the Friendship Bible ClassThirty years ago, give or take 5 years either way, Gail and I walked into Bible class. Being a grandson of a Methodist preacher, I knew will the importance of going to sunday school. Going to church meant going to Sunday school as well. I am quite sure that there are great Sunday school classes at Oak Hill, but none speaks to me as clearly as the study of the Bible. So I have given full support of this class for a long time, and now I can say I love the Friendship Bible Class as I love Oak Hill UMC.Whenever possible, I beat a hot trail to study the Bible, nothing like making my grandfather happy. I have discovered that giving new members a copy of the Good Book, a tradition of the Friendship Bible class, has provided many people with the foundation of the church. Regardless of the size that OHUMC might become, the camaraderie that occurs in our class is a treasure. I am relatively sure that the Friendship Bible class was one of the first organized Sunday School groups at Oak Hill, and hopefully it will continue to be as strong in study and friendship as it is now.~ Doug Beckley

(These letters are the first in a new series “Why I Love Oak Hill UMC”. If you wish to contribute a letter, please contact the editor at cornerstone@oakhillumc.org).

Lydia PolomskiUncle Bubba, Suzanne Steves’ uncleMs. Debbie Smith, Trace Fontenot’s preschool teacherMary Nail, Ramona Broughan and Nancy Goodhue’s motherEdwin and Marie Lau, parents of Leona KruegerConnie, daughter of Lucy CornellLisa Moody, Doug and Jeannie Moody’s daughterAnnette Brickman, friend of Doug and Jeannie MoodyPete Warren, grandfather of Kristin WrightAmy ScottAll who serve in the militaryPeace and stability in the Middle EastThe unemployed, the homeless, and our country’s leaders

United Methodist WomenMary/Martha Circle Coffee

Fellowship Hall - Monday, March11, 1:30 p.m.

UMW Book Club Our March UMW selection is One Simple Act: Discovering the Power of Generosity by Debbie McComber, who helps us become aware of how simple acts of generosity can lead to miraculous results for both the receiver and the giver. Our next meeting will be on Thursday morning, March 28, at 10:00 at Panera Bread on William Cannon. Please contact Diana Goodloe at 906-1931 or dianagoodloe@gmail.com if you have questions.

The Mary-Martha Circle will gather in the Fellowship Hall for coffee that will be prepared by Carol Hartman and Margaret Geiger. Our program will be conducted by Janece Hudson, who will be talking about her novel, Into Your Dreams.  Into Your Dreams can show you how to interpret and work with your physical, mental, and spiritual dreams to bring greater awareness of yourself, improved relationships, and a richer, healthier life. Coffee will begin at 1:30 and the cost will be $3.00. Mary-Martha Circle welcomes new members and first time visitors. Janece Hudson is a very interesting speaker and it will be a good time to attend our meeting.

A new order will be sent for Rada Cutlery and other Rada products on Monday, March 25th. If you wish to place an order, call Margaret Jones, 892-2048 or email margaretJ@austin.rr.com. Your items should be returned by April 1 at the latest. If you would like to see a catalog, please call and have one placed in

your name tag folder. Or, you can go to the church web site at http://www.oakhillumc.org/grouplist.html#women and click on the Rada link – you will see the catalog in its entirety. Don’t forget that all of these sales benefit the UMW mission work, and they are very much appreciated by the OHUMW.

TWO SPECIAL INVITES FOR EVERYONE:#1 - Join those in our congregation who fast on Good Friday, a day of remembrance - the spiritual fast is a time to reconnect and remember - consider fasting for breakfast only, lunch only, during day light hours, or a full 36 hours beginning after dinner on Thursday until Saturday morning. While fasting please remember what Christ went though the day he was beaten, spit on, whipped, and nailed to cross - all out of love for all of us. During the fasting time you might consider being in prayer, reading scripture, or serving others.

#2 - Please join us at the next Men’s Breakfast Gathering, Saturday, March 30: 7:30 a.m. - coffee and fellowship8:00 a.m. - outstanding breakfast buffet, including meats, eggs, pancakes, biscuits, gravy, fresh fruit, yogurt and more. Break your fast with great food, fellowship, music, and an inspirational talk. Don

Inbody will be doing music along with being our guest speaker. Put it on your calendar now - all are welcome!

Easter Egg DonationsThe Fellowship Committee is collecting plastic

eggs and individually wrapped candy, small toys (to fit in eggs) and stickers for the annual Easter Egg hunt. The event will take place on Saturday, March 30th from 9-11:00 a.m. Please drop off your donations at the Information Desk or in designated donation bins around the church.

Donations can be brought in anytime between now and Friday, March 29th (Good Friday). If you have questions, please contact Jenny

Turney at turney.jenny@gmail.com.

Young at Heart

Young at Heart Monthly Gathering

On March 14th at 6:30 p.m., we will have our monthly gathering at B.J.’s restaurant,

located at 5207 Brodie Lane in Sunset Valley. It is on the southeast corner of Brodie Lane and east-bound US 290 frontage road. Come join all your friends for good food, fun and fellowship. Please notify John & Birdie Lindsey at (512) 292-0080, or by e-mail at jf_lindsey@hotmail.com for more information and reservations. As always, please feel free to bring a friend and a good joke to share.

ARE YOU A STORYTELLER?On Thursday night, March 21, we are going to read the greatest story ever told; the story of Jesus. We will meet in the coffeehouse at 7 and read the entire Gospel of Mark aloud. This unique Lenten observance will allow us to hear the story as it would have been heard in the first century. Pastor Stella is looking for people who enjoy reading aloud, as well as a greeter and someone to help with coffee. Please contact her at stella@oakhillumc.org.

Confirmation Youth Mission NEEDS YOUR HELP

Please help the youth Confirmation class gather food for the hungry during Lent (now until the end of March). We will be gathering canned goods, cereals, rices, beans, and peanut butter. There will be a box in the Fellowship Hall and a box in the Sanctuary Narthex for your donations. Consider walking your neighborhood, wearing your “the church has left the building” t-shirt, and asking for them to help as well. Also, did you know that each Communion Sunday there are always baskets on the front row of each section of the sanctuary pews for food donations to help West Rural Community Center or those who walk in our doors asking for assistance?

The Haiti team is heading out on April 6th....If anyone would like to help, the team would like to take the following with them: • Tarps (the platic kind...not canvas)• Soccer Balls• Double Length Jump Ropes• Games• Nutritious Snack Items• Health Kits (see below)Donation boxes will be in the Narthex, Coffee Lounge, adult ed build-ing and the office foyer through Easter Day. Health Kit ContentsThey are very specific about what should go into the health kits:• 1 hand towel 15” x 25” to 17”x 27” (kitchen cleaning and microfiber towels are not acceptable) • 1 washcloth • 1 comb, needs to be sturdy, no pocket combs or picks please, rattail combs and combs without handles are acceptable • 1 metal nail file or clipper, no emery boards please • 1 bath size soap • 3 oz. and larger sizes only all brands are acceptable, do not remove from original packaging • 1 toothbrush, adult size only, do not remove from original packaging • 6 adhesive bandages • ¾” to 1” size common household band aids • 1 plastic bag one gallon size, sealable bags only • 1 Small tube of toothpaste...make sure the expiration date has not passed.

Assembly DirectionsLay out the hand towel flat on a table. Lay the washcloth flat in the center of the hand towel. Place all remaining items on top of the wash cloth. Fold over the sides of the hand towel to cover all of the items. Fold over one end of the hand towel so that it covers all of the items. Grasp the bundle of items tightly and roll over the remainder of the hand towel tightly. Place the tightly rolled bundle in the plastic bag. Remove as much air as possible and seal the bag.

Important Notes• All items must be new.• Do not wash any of the items as they will be considered used.• All emergency kits are carefully planned to make them usable in the greatest number of situations. Since strict rules often govern product entry into international countries, it is important that kits contain only the requested items – nothing more.• DO NOT include any personal notes, money or additional material in the kits.• It would be great if the kits could be put together, however if you have an abundance of soap or toothbrushes or bandaids, etc….the team will supplement and assemble the kits themselves.

Haiti Missionapril 6-13, 2013

The following individuals are planning their service: David Matustik, Rachel Matustik, Diana Nelson, Jon Nelson, Pastor Jim Roberts, Shannon Roberts, and Mike Manning and Doug Ragsdale, of Buda UMC. They ask for prayers as they prepare themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Teagan Daniels was baptised at Oak Hill UMC February 24, 2013. She was born on March 18, 2012, and her parents are Bill and Samantha Daniels.

VASES NEEDED FOR HOSPICEKaren Pickett is collecting vases for the Texas Home Health Hospice.Whole Foods is donating flowers and she needs vases (glass or plastic)for the flowers to give to hospice patients. Email Karen at kpickett@txhha.com and she will come pick them up, or leave donations inthe church office. Also, if anyone is interested in volunteering to visithospice patients please contact Karen at karenpickett@hotmail.com.

WE ARE HIRINGOak Hill UMC will be hiring an Adult/Small Group Ministries

Director. For more information about this position, visit www.oakhillumc.org/grouplist#women

Corner

Music & Drama Camp 2013MaD Camp will be July 8-12 and July 15-19, with performances on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20.  This year, we will arrive at 8:30 each day and end at 12:30. This will give us time to gather and warm up each day without cutting into our rehearsal

time. We will have Before Care and Care Camp in the afternoon for those who need it.  This year’s show is “Life School Musical”, a Christian themed take off on “High School Musical”. It’s a lot of fun with upbeat music and a great message. MaD Camp is open to all kids finishing 1st-8th grades and friends are always welcome!

Order EASTER LILIES Today!

As part of our Easter decora-tions, lilies will be placed in the sanctuary on Sunday, March 31. These may be given in honor or in memory of a loved one. The cost of

each plant is $15.00. Orders must be placed by Sunday, March 24, 2013. The lilies may be taken from the sanctuary after the 11:15 a.m. service on Easter Sunday. Please fill out this form and place it in the offering basket with acheck indicating “Easter lily” in the memo line, or bring the form and check to the church office.

Name:

Phone:

In memory or in honor of:

Check # & Amount: Please make checks payable to OHUMC and indicate “Easter Lily”

Cash Amount:

First-Fifth Graders March 22-23

8:00 PM Friday to 8:00 AM SaturdayCome learn about where Jesus walked and experience why it is

important for us to observe Lent.

Based on Adam Hamilton’s book, The Way: Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus. $25/child - registration forms in the narthex, the church office, and the Children’s Building.  For questions or more information, contact Children’s Director Suzanne Steves at suzanne@oakhillumc.org.

SUMMER FUN! *We are now taking registrations for Vacation Bible School

and Children’s Summer Camps.  Information and registration forms are available in the narthex, the church office, and in the

Children’s Building. 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - Ages 4- 4th grade. June 10-14 

MUSIC and DRAMA CAMP - 1st-8th grades. July 8-12 & 15-19 

CUB CAMP - Ages 3-6. August 5-9 

CARE CAMP - Before & after care is available for VBS, MaD and Cub camps.

For questions or more information, contact Children’s Director Suzanne Steves at suzanne@oakhillumc.org.

Online registration will be available soon.

Hello Wonderful Friends, Family and Supporters of Eleanor!Last week was our last drop-off for the season and I just wanted to celebrate with you! With your help and support, Eleanor has officially donated 460 pairs of pajamas this season. That’s 460 kids in shelters in Austin that (many for the first time) will now sleep in comfy, warm PJs thanks to you! She’s already planning bigger and better for next year! Website details to come! Thanks again for all that you have done and do everyday to support our junior philanthropist.

Eleanor wrapping PJ’s at the South Austin headquarters.

LENTEN LOCK-IN

Children’s Summer Camps 2013The Conference Council on Children’s Ministries offers camps for children in 3 age levels at Mount Wesley Retreat Center each summer. Choose the camp according to the grade that you will be entering in the fall. Camp activities include hands-on creation, labyrinth, indoor & outdoor activities, swimming, Bible fun, and making new friends.• Preteen Camp - (Entering 5th or 6th Grade in Fall 2013) June 16-20, 2013 - Registration Deadline June 1• 3rd/4th Grade Camp - (Entering 3rd or 4th Grade in Fall 2013)July 7-10, 2013 - Registration Deadline June 21• Preteen Camp - (Entering 5th or 6th Grade in Fall 2013) August 4-8, 2012 - Registration Deadline July 19(Rev. Stella Burkhalter, Dean) For more info go to www.umcswtx.org/summer-camps.

2013 UM WOMEN’S RETREAT“Cozy Mountain Lodge”

7A Ranch, Wimberley, Texas, February 22-23

The Oak Hill UMC Women’s Retreat was won-derful! It was a great way to meet new people and have beautiful worship and workshop experiences. Thanks to all who worked hard planning and performing in this inspirational, peaceful and magical event!

(Special thanks to Marsha Endahl Kramer (center column, 2nd down, on the right) for her wonderful photos!)

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

Looking AheAdMarch 24 - Palm Sunday

March 28 - Maundy Thursday DramaMarch 29 - Good Friday Service

March 31 - Easter Sunday

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, March 10 4th Sunday in Lent Youth-Spring break trip 8:45 AM Early 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 3:30 PM Glow Kids, C105 Mission Possible Kids, C-Great room 5:00 PM UMYF, Fellowship Hall Monday, March 11 Youth-Spring break trip 9:00 AM Kid’s Day Out, C108 11:00 AM Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 1:30 PM Mary Martha Circle, Fellowship Hall 6:30 PM Financial Peace, A206 7:00 PM Disciple I, A201 Disciple II, A203 7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop #505 Meeting, Fellowship Hall Handbell rehearsal, Sanctuary Tuesday, March 12 Youth-Spring break trip 10:00 AM Faith, Friends and Food, offsite 11:00 AM Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 5:45 PM Yoga Class, A201-202 6:30 PM Maundy Thursday rehearsal, Sanctuary 7:00 PM Lenten Study, A206 7:30 PM Reunion Group, A201

Wednesday, March 13 Youth-Spring break trip 9:00 AM Kid’s Day Out, C108 9:20 AM Tot-Smarts, A101 10:00 AM UMW Weds. AM Bible Study, A206 5:30 PM Fellowship Dinner, Fellowship Hall Emmaus Group, A102 6:00 PM Chancel Choir rehearsal, A103 6:15 PM RECHARGE worship service, Sanctuary Kingdom Cubs rehearsal, C107 Kingdom Kids rehearsal, CB-Great Rm Confirmation Class, A102 6:30 PM Youth Bible Study, Youth Lounge 8:00 PM Praise Band rehearsal, Sanctuary Thursday, March 14 Youth-Spring break trip 8:50 AM Tai Chi, A201 9:00 AM Sunshine Class, Missions Building 10:00 AM Hugs project, A203 9:30 AM Music Forever, A103 5:45 PM Yoga Class, A201-202 Kindermusik, A103 6:30 PM Maundy Thursday rehearsal, Sanctuary 7:00 PM Chloe Circle, A101-102, Fellowship Hall Friday, March 15 7:00 AM Emmaus Reunion Group, A102 10:00 AM Knitting Class, A102

10:30 AM Kindermusik, A103 Saturday, March 16 9:30 AM Reunion Group, A102

Sunday, March 17 5th Sunday in Lent 8:45 AM Early 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 12:00 PM Trustee meeting, A201 12:30 PM Youth Choir, A103 1:00 PM Daisy Troop, C-Great Room 5:00 PM UMYF, Fellowship Hall Monday, March 18 9:00 AM Kid’s Day Out, C108 10:00 AM Dorcas Quilters, A203 11:00 AM Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 6:30 PM Financial Peace, A206 7:00 PM Disciple I, A201 Disciple II, A203 7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop #505 meeting, Fellowship Hall Handbell rehearsal, Sanctuary Tuesday, March 19 10:00 AM UMW Faith, Friends and Food, offsite 11:00 AM Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 5:30 PM Kids Acting, A103 5:45 PM Yoga Class, A201-202 6:30 PM Stephen Ministry meeting, A203-204 6:30 PM Maundy Thursday rehearsal, Sanctuary 7:00 PM Lenten Study, A206 Mom2Mom, Parlor, A101 7:30 PM Reunion Group, A201

Wednesday, March 20 9:00 AM Kid’s Day Out, C108 9:20 AM Tot-Smarts, A101 10:00 AM UMW Weds. AM Bible Study, A206 5:30 PM Fellowship Dinner, Fellowship Hall Emmaus Group, A102 6:00 PM Chancel Choir rehearsal, A103 6:15 PM RECHARGE worship service, Sanctuary Kingdom Cubs rehearsal, C107 Kingdom Kids rehearsal, CB-Great Rm Confirmation Class, A102 6:30 PM Youth Bible Study, Youth Lounge 8:00 PM Praise Band rehearsal, Sanctuary

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

The Cornerstone Issue Submission Deadline March 21 March 15 April 7 March 29

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

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The Methodist Habitat for Humanity build starts on March 16th. The build is scheduled to be completed on May 18th. We have the following workdays available with the listed number of workers we need to provide: March 16 – ten workers; April 13 – five work-ers; May 11 – five workers. We have only raised about $2,500 towards our goal of $10,000. Please consider donating additional funds. You can do this by placing a donation in the offering plate during Sunday services. Make checks out to “OHUMC” with “Habitat for Humanity” in the memo line or place cash in an offering envelope and label it “Habitat for Humanity.” Call Jerry Morford at 301-3738 or send him an e-mail at jmorford@ausitin.rr.com if you have questions or would like to help with the pancake breakfast.

Pancake Breakfast and Total Fundraising for the2013 Methodist Habitat for Humanity Build

Our pancake breakfast on March 2 at Applebee’s on Hwy 290 was a great success! We sold a total of 145 tickets and made $142 in tips. We made $1,100 after paying Applebee’s their share for the food. Our total fundraising from selling square feet on a Habitat house plan last fall and the Gifts of Caring at Christmas totals right at $5,000. Our goal this year was $10,000 but this is still really great! The build is scheduled to begin on March 16 and our three workdays are full with our allotted number of volunteers. We will also be providing lunches for two workdays at the site. The house will be completed in May. We are building the house for Odalys Sanchez-Orta and her two children (Hersey, who is 11 years old and Yemicel, who is 20 years old); see photo. They waited several years before being accepted by the Cuban immigration program to come to the United States. Odalys says, “In Cuba we lived hand-to-mouth, our wages were the very bare minimum, but we had to learn to adjust.” About the apartment they live in now, “There are severe maintenance problems and nothing feels like ours, the apartment welive in has been lived in by so many other people.” The family is thrilled to be accepted by Habitat for Humanity and is anxious to help build their house. Please consider donating additional funds to reach our goal of $10,000. You can do this by placing a donation in the offering plate during Sunday services. Make checks out to “OHUMC” with “Habitat for Humanity” in the memo line or place cash in an offering envelope and label it “Habitat for Humanity.” We also need your continued prayers for the success of the Methodist Build.