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Fax (713) 365-2808www.chapelwood.org

Chapelwood’s Mission is to embody God’s grace as we receive it to those who need it.

The Chapelwood family is a service-focused body of believers who welcome all to experience God’s grace and goodness through Christian community. While we are determined to “take church” to those who do not belong to a local church family, we also delight in serving those individuals and families within our church. We provide ongoing faith-building activities and meaningful fellowship opportunities for men, women, youth, and children.

EXPERIENCEGRACE IN WORSHIP

A Word from John

Chancel Bell and Contemplative Ensemble

Mini-Concert

The Release

Church Under the Bridge

Wesley Choir Mother's Day Concert

Common Ground

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WORSHIPWITH US EACH WEEK

MAY 1, 8, 15, 22, 29SANCTUARY SERVICES 8:25 *, 9:45 *, 11:10 a.m. *

CONTEMPLATIVE SERVICEMeditation, Communion,and Healing Prayer8:45 a.m., Chapel

THE BRANCHFamily Service in Spanish 10:30 a.m., 3911 Campbell Road

UPPER ROOM11:30 a.m., Upper Room *

* Services are broadcast live on the web.

SATURDAYMAY 7, 14, 21, 28MERCY STREET5:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall *

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Senior Class Luncheon

Everybody's Got A Seed To Sow Book Study

UMW Book Discussion

Mother's Day Brunch

Caregiver Equipping Series

UMW

SHAREGRACE IN MINISTRY

Say Yes to VBS

SUMMIT 2016

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Come Hear About Hapi

Fair Trade Coffee

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New Website

Letter from Susan & Jim Jackson

Chapelwood Foundation

Foundation Dinner

New Members

Joys and Concerns

Shuttle Parking

Staff List

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THE CENTER FOR CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALITY BEGINS STREAMING AUDIO The Center for Christian Spirituality has been working with Technology for Ministry staff to begin live streaming the audio for Contemplative Worship beginning in May.Every Sunday, audio will be streamed live, archived, and available as a podcast. For approximately 40 minutes each week, you are invited to engage and rest with scripture, music, prayer, silence, and brief meditations. Our hope is that you will allow wherever you are at the moment to be a sacred space for you. The order of worship will also be available online for those who wish to download it.

To hear the live audio on Sundays, go to www.chapelwood.org.

BACK TO THE BASICS“Action expresses priorities.” - Mahatma Gandhi

I am excited to announce Dr. Craig Gilbert as our new Director of Worship and Music Ministries. Before I tell you a little bit about him, allow me to explain how we arrived at the decision to hire him.

I’ve had a lot of conversations in the past couple of months about Chapelwood’s priorities. It is deeply refreshing to get back to the foundational reasons for why we do what we do. In January, our “Why Chapelwood” series pointed us back to the “why” of Jesus – to make the kingdom of God a reality in our sphere of influence. At Chapelwood, we engage in this “why” by making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Our unique way of living this out is by embodying grace to those who need it as we receive it.

Our discipleship model is E-G-S. “E” stands for Experiencing Grace in Worship; “G” stands for Growing in Grace in Groups; “S” stands for Sharing Grace in Ministry. Simply put, E is for worship, G is for growth, and S is for service.

At Chapelwood, we have amazing amounts of resources and staff dedicated to Growth and Sharing. Chapelwood excels at both! But when you look more closely at how little we invest in the resources and people dedicated to our Sanctuary worship services, I have to admit, I was a little surprised. This isn’t to say we don’t have some talented people at work! We certainly do! Stephen Roddy has done an amazing job directing our Chancel Choir and playing the organ; Bob Lindsey has gone above and beyond by coordinating our 8:25 a.m. worship; and Wayne Watson is absolutely amazing. The truth is we have been cobbling together Sanctuary worship services without a larger sense of direction and focus.

We quickly discerned that Chapelwood needed much more action and resource dedicated to our Sanctuary worship. We said it was important. We said it mattered. Why not let our actions reflect that?

And so, we began a nationwide search for a Director of Worship and Music Ministries with the goal of adding other staff to assist this new position, and found Dr. Craig Gilbert in Sugar Land. Craig has his Bachelor of Music Education from LSU, his Master of Music Performance in Choral Conducting, and his Doctorate in Worship Studies. Craig has the unique experience of growing up participating in and directing traditional services and music, while also having significant experience in contemporary worship settings. Craig serves as a nationwide consultant and clinician in the worship arts assisting every context of worship from traditional to contemporary. He writes for several worship publications and he is very excited about joining the Chapelwood family!

I have spent a lot of time with Craig already, and I believe we will be able to leverage his personality, vision, and expertise in amazing ways. By moving in this direction, we are expressing our priority for excellence in every worship venue at Chapelwood. His primary responsibility is the Sanctuary community, but he will assist and consult with all our communities.

Craig will assist us as we begin a search for a new Associate Director of Music and Organist. This is another investment in worship, which expresses our commitment to growing our traditional worship services.

Finally, people ask, “What does this mean for Wayne Watson and the 9:45 a.m. worship service?” Trust me: Wayne Watson isn’t going anywhere! Craig will help our 9:45 a.m. service improve in the areas where we can improve, but I think all of us will agree that the music is “right on”! Plus, who will make fun of me when I make them read long scripture passages?? Wayne will continue to lead our 9:45 a.m. worship, select the music, and lead the band.

Craig’s first Sunday here at Chapelwood is May 22. I hope you

will join me in welcoming him when you see him!

Peace,

Dr. John Stephens

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Mercy Street MobileBrings Hope to ManyFriday, May 13Join other volunteers to bring church and a meal to the homeless of Houston. Meet at 6:15 p.m. in the Youth Building lobby to ride the van or to carpool. If driving directly to the event, please arrive at 2715 St. Charles by 7:00 p.m. Dress is very casual - jeans and T-shirts are fine. We need greeters, servers, cooks, and people to help set up and clean up. For more information, contact Phil Miller, (713) 402-8392, or Dennis Crowe, (281) 389-4330.

THE RELEASE is 75 minutes of corporate prayer and praise where we “LET GO" of our burdens, sins, stresses, and worries with uplifting music, explosive praise, and transformational prayer. Come and experience spiritual, emotional, relational, and physical breakthroughs!

For more information please contact Genesis Mitchell at gmitchell@chapelwood.org.

Childcare will be available so bring the family.

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CHANCEL BELL AND CONTEMPLATIVE ENSEMBLE MINI-CONCERTWednesday, May 18, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., Chapel

You are invited to an inspiring time of reflection as the Chancel Bells and Contemplative Ensemble present a short concert of stirring music. Feed your soul and your heart with music ranging from energetic to introspective. Bring a friend – the cost is free, the atmosphere is casual, and the music beautiful.

For information contact Peter Johns, pjohns@chapelwood.org.

JUST SAY YES TO VBS!One of my favorite services at Chapelwood is the baptism of our children. As these precious ones are accepted into the Body of Christ, we proclaim spiritual blessings upon them and take an oath to nurture and support them in the development of their faith. Your involvement in Vacation Bible School presents an opportunity to put those words into action. It matters not what your talents and gifts may be, or your age. The only requirement is a willing heart and a desire to share the love of Jesus. We are excited to journey with you in the joy of this adventure. –June Nance, Children's Ministry

If you are willing to volunteer the week of VBS, June 6-10, from 9:00 a.m. through noon, or have questions about what the different volunteer opportunities associated with VBS are, please contact Whitney Hall at whall@chapelwood.org.

WESLEY CHOIR MOTHER’S DAY CONCERTSunday, May 8, 6:00 p.m., Upper RoomCome enjoy this concert performed by our youth choir in honor of Mother’s Day. This performance has become an annual highlight as the graduating seniors sing their final concert with the Wesley Choir. For more information, contact Bob Lindsey, blindsey@chapelwood.org.

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CLASSES OF 2016 AND 2017IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE YOUR FAITH!Senior Sunday, May 15

The Senior Class luncheon honoring the seniors and their mentors will be held Sunday, May 15, in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the 11:10 a.m. baccalaureate service. The families of all Class of 2016 seniors should have received an invitation to attend. Please contact Laura Frost, lfrost@chapelwood.org, if your family did not receive an invitation, or if you have any questions.

The juniors, the Class of 2017, host this festive event! We need all juniors possible to serve as wait staff. Juniors, if you are willing and able to serve at this super-fun event, please contact Michelle Killion, thekillions@comcast.net, or Leslie Brittain, lfbrittain@gmail.com.

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SUMMIT 2016

SUMMIT was a family affair for one Chapelwood family. Stacey and Jon Rice, along with their seventh grade son Culwell and ninth grade daughter Belynne, all experienced SUMMIT, Chapelwood’s Student Ministry mission trip, last summer.

Stacey and Jon decided to be examples to their kids and serve at SUMMIT as a family. The couple highly encourages parents who are sending their students for the week of serving to join the trip if they are able. Both are glad they took the week to serve alongside the students, with Jon being an adult leader of four middle-schoolers, and Stacey being an adult leader of four high school students.

Jon’s group impressed him each day with their work ethic and leadership skills. “It was a great opportunity as a dad to see these kids step into leadership roles and even shepherding roles,” Jon said. His group of seventh and eighth graders had three different jobs during the week. They spent one day at a food pantry building shelves and organizing the donations. He said that, believe it or not, these kids are great organizers! Another day was spent building walls for modular houses provided for families who have been displaced by an event such as a flood or tornado. That was two jobs involving tools, and no one got hurt!

The last day for Jon’s group was spent planning and orchestrating a carnival day for kids at a state-run home for children taken out of their homes due to unfavorable conditions. The children at the home were aged three years to high school, some in very dire conditions such as suffering from malnourishment or burns. Jon felt that the Chapelwood students went above and beyond facilitating the carnival day, saying, “I was overwhelmed by the way all the kids interacted and enjoyed themselves.”

Stacey’s group of high school students spent their week building and painting, working on projects such as a deck attached to a trailer home, a wheelchair ramp, and painting at a

nearby Methodist church. Stacey, having no experience working on these types of projects, was very happy to have the project managers come to the worksites to instruct the team on a plan of action for each project. The students mostly took the job from there and worked hard until the job was complete.

The college students who worked alongside Stacey’s team “. . . set a great example by working their fingers to the bone,” noted Stacey. College students also helped at both the middle school and high school campuses, as well as the worship service each night. Their hard work entertaining kids, planning worship, and motivating all participants made a huge difference each day of SUMMIT.

Besides their memorable experience at SUMMIT, the Rices realized their own children were making worthwhile contributions in ways they would not otherwise have the opportunity to do. “It was fulfilling knowing the entire family was working hard at improving lives,” Stacey said.

Stacey and Jon were both impressed by how well planned and well orchestrated the mission trip was. From the perfect amount of activities for the kids each day, to the popsicle lady swinging by the worksite at just the right time, it all seemed to work seamlessly.

Whether you have experience with tools or not, there is a place for you at SUMMIT. God will richly bless you through the experience of working alongside these students and other leaders.

For information, go to www.chapelwoodstudents.com/#/summit-2016. To register, go to www.chapelwoodstudents.com/#/summit-2016/summit-adults. Also, you can call the Student Ministry office at (713) 354-4498.

Jon added that he has a great piece of advice for any adult leader going on SUMMIT: “Bring plastic trash bags – lots of them!”

We hope to see you at SUMMIT 2016!

-Becca Howard

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GROW IN GRACE IN GROUPSEVERYBODY’S GOT A SEED TO SOW: THE BROOKWOOD STORYFor the first time in print, founder Yvonne Streit tells the Brookwood story from her point of view. It was a journey that began in 1957, when her one-year-old daughter, Vicki, became seriously disabled. Looking back over the past decades, Yvonne has come to understand that there was clearly a divine purpose in process, even

though that purpose was far from clear in the beginning.She embarks on giving everyone the opportunity to learn to

work through experiential education in order to establish self-worth and purpose. Whatever your path in life may be, this book is for you. With a foreword by Barbara Bush, this book will captivate you from beginning to end. Brookwood is a shining light that reminds us that everyone – no matter our capabilities – has an important seed to sow.

The proceeds from the sale of each copy of this book go to Brookwood, its citizens, and its outreach programs.

Meet Yvonne Streit and make a contribution to the Brookwood ministry by purchasing a book in the Chapelwood Bookstore on June 5 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. The book will remain available in the Bookstore after June 5.

UMW BOOK DISCUSSION: PLEASE LOOK AFTER MOMTuesday, May 3,10:00 a.m., ParlorWhen sixty-nine year old So-Nyo is separated from her husband among the crowds of the Seoul subway, her family begins a desperate search to find her. Yet as long-held secrets and private sorrows begin to reveal themselves, they are forced to

wonder: how well did they actually know the woman they called Mom? Told through the piercing voices and urgent perspectives of a daughter, son, husband, and mother, Please Look After Mom is at once an authentic picture of contemporary life in Korea and a universal story of family love. Barbara Roberts will lead our discussion of this “intimate and haunting . . . tribute to the mysteries of motherhood.” (New York Times Book Review)

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCHSunday, May 8, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Fellowship HallAll are invited to share a meal in celebration of Mother’s Day. We will serve breakfast items such as sausage, biscuits, bacon, fruit, waffles, and omelets, along with lunch items such as chicken, salads, and a variety of different entrees. Of course, no brunch would be complete without non-alcoholic mimosas!The cost is $15 for those 11 years old and up, and $7 for those ages four through ten. Register by May 5 at www.chapelwood.org/mothersday.

CAREGIVER CONFERENCEFriday, June 17, 2016, 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Upper RoomThis conference will deliver workshops and presentations designed to build on caregiver skills, knowledge, and confidence as well as reduce caregiver stress. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association.

RSVP to Ann Marie McDonald at amcdonald1@alz.org or (800) 272-3900.

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UNITED METHODIST WOMEN INVITE WOMEN FROM ALL COMMUNITIESWomen from all of Chapelwood’s worship communities are invited to attend and join in United Methodist Women (UMW) activities and small groups. Through UMW, small groups participate in book studies and service and mission work with a special emphasis on women, youth, and children, and support mission activities and partnerships all over the world. Following is a description of the May circle (small group) meetings. If you would like to know more and are interested in becoming a member of UMW, please contact Membership Chair Dawn Powers, (281) 888-4324, dawnpowers@comcast.net. Come join in grace with us.

Tuesday, May 3Women’s Book Club will meet at 10:00 a.m. in the Parlor prior to the Women’s Luncheon. The book to be discussed is titled Please Look After Mom by Kyung-Sook Shin. It can be purchased in the Chapelwood Bookstore. At 11:30 a.m. the Women’s Luncheon will be held in the Fellowship Hall celebrating the success of the 2016 Spring Thing Market and the introduction of our Chapelwood babies born during the past year.

Tuesday, May 10UMW Sew Sociable will meet at 9:30 a.m. in W202 to work on Linus blankets for children in area hospitals and other special projects. Contacts: Ann Ramsey, (713) 729-3720, and Judy Glasford, (713) 468-8908.

Tuesday, May 17Moms on the Grow will meet from 9:30 –11:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room for brunch served by the Kitchen Ministry. Linda Withers will lead the program schedule. Nursery care can be provided if needed by e-mailing nursery@chapelwood.org by May 10. Contact: Sally Towe, smtowe@gmail.com.

Priscilla Circle will meet for a luncheon. Time, location, and all details will be determined. Contacts: Rockie Deboben, (713) 871-9043, and Marian Murray, (713) 973-8254.

Vivian Osburn Circle will meet at 11:45 a.m. in YB100 for their end-of-the-year potluck luncheon. Contacts: Vicki Jud, (281) 496-9127, and Carol Hill, (713) 278-2266.

Martha Circle will meet May 3 at 11:30 a.m. for the Women’s Luncheon and again on May 17 for their Lunch Bunch at the Café Express on Voss. Contact: Katie Fields, (713) 932-9891.

Lydia Circle will meet at 7:00 p.m. for a light supper and program given by Mary Lou Strange on “Justice for our Neighbors.” Contacts: Susan Johnson, (281) 682-3031, and Marie Mathieu, (713) 467-3841.

Sarah Circle will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Hazel Cole. Program TBA. Contact: Ann Ramsey, (713) 729-3720.

Deborah Circle will meet at 7:00 p.m. in YB100 for Session 4: Coming into Focus from their study book, Breathe – Making Room for Sabbath by Priscilla Shirer. Contact: Nancy Durrschmidt, (713) 939-0944.

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CHAPELWOOD’S NEW WEBSITE IS GETTING CLOSER TO LAUNCH!We anticipate that our new website will be up and running in the next couple of months. It is being rebuilt from the ground up, so will have a completely new look and feel. Any change of this size comes with the possibility of a few adjustments, so we appreciate (in advance) your patience as we work through some of the details.

Keep an eye on the screens around the church, announcements, and your email for the exact rollout date. When it arrives, we think you’ll be as delighted and impressed as we are, and will agree that Chapelwood’s mission, participation opportunities, and culture will be very well represented to the online community.

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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY

Since the beginning of Chapelwood’s prayer shawl ministry in 2007, over 2,000 prayer shawls have been lovingly created for people journeying through sickness, bereavement, or are simply in need of a tangible symbol of God’s love. My first experience with their ministry came shortly after it began when my mother entered hospice care. Chapelwood Staff Member Gini Itz presented me with a beautiful prayer shawl that she had created especially for my mother. Many of my childhood memories were of my Mum sitting in her chair in front of the TV knitting sweaters, gloves, scarves, and hats for family and friends. That somebody who was a stranger would spend their time knitting a shawl for her touched her greatly. The shawl became a reflection of God’s love that she could wrap herself in, a place of comfort.

A few years after my Mum’s death I decided I wanted to give back to the Prayer Shawl Ministry by learning to knit a shawl. I thought I would create one and then stop, but I’ve developed a love for knitting that I never anticipated. It calms me down after a long day, the gentle rhythm of the needles and the yarn in my hands has become an act of prayer and a spiritual discipline for me; a form of wordless prayer. Other members of the Prayer Shawl Group report similar experiences:

As I knit, I pray using the phrases “Father, Son and Holy Spirit; Faith, Hope and Love” or the Jesus prayer with the hope that I am knitting God’s comfort and love into the shawl for the person He knows needs His warm embrace. I donate to someone I have not met because it takes me out of the equation entirely, and I feel the joy of being used by God. – George Anderson Wood

I need my hands to be useful and never dormant. I like the scripture 1 Thessalonians 4:11 that says to live a quiet life and work with your hands. It gives me comfort to know that there are moments in my very hectic and ridiculously stressful life that I can sit down and do just that - be quiet and work with my hands. It gives me comfort to

know that something I create brings joy and peace to someone else. It makes me feel like I’m doing God’s work. – Nancy Reid

God has put this on my heart. I love to knit and share God’s love with others. – Angie Schwartz

If one has faith in the fact that God hears all prayers, especially prayers for others, it is enough to know that someone needing healing has received the shawl I knitted. I want it to give comfort and healing. I neither want nor need acknowledgment or thanks. Once I saw a woman leaving Mercy Street service with a shawl I knitted. I felt such a warm glow all through me. As she passed me, I simply smiled at her. – Audrey Morrow

Every shawl that is created is blessed by the group. We pray that the shawl may become a safe haven, and that the person who receives it “…Will be cradled in hope, kept in joy, graced with peace, and wrapped in love.” If you are interested in participating in this ministry we have multiple opportunities to get together, and if you have always wanted to learn to knit or crochet we have plenty of friendly, willing teachers.

Our groups meet in LC201 on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; on the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.; and on the first Tuesday of the month from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

For more information (or a quick knitting lesson), please contact Peter Johns at (713) 354-4449 or pjohns@chapelwood.org.

COME HEAR ABOUT HAPI ON MAY 15!Come hear stories from our Haitian partners, Paul and Valerie!

Join the A Place for You Singles group at 9:45 a.m. in the Fireside Room on May 15 to learn more about Haitian Artisans for Peace International (HAPI) and Chapelwood’s involvement with them over the last several years.

HAPI is a faith-based community development ministry whose mission is to empower Haitians to grow their capacity to lead with integrity, to develop solutions to their own problems, and to help their families and communities to live to their fullest potential. HAPI encourages creativity, promotes gender equality, creates economic opportunity, nurtures spirituality and grows healthy communities. Significant activities include artisan fair trade; microbusiness loans; basic health services; maternal care; children’s activities in art, 4H, marching band and dance; and NEW distance learning via the computer cafe!

Pastor Paul Prevost, former mayor of Mizak, Haiti, is now the General Director and co-founder of HAPI. He lives in Mizak and oversees the programs there.

Valerie Mossman-Celestin is a Deaconess of The United Methodist Church. She also co-founded HAPI and performs her role while continuing to live in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She and Paul are helping the HAPI community establish a university-level program at the new, UMCOR-funded Merlet Center.

FAIR TRADE COFFEE AND CHOCOLATE!Purchase your Fair Trade products the second Sunday of every month! Items are on sale outside of the Fellowship Hall from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Purchasing fairly traded products allows farmers to earn a fair price for their crops while delivering quality products to consumers. In addition, Fair Trade prohibits the use of child labor and encourages the adoption of safer, chemical-free farming methods. Contact Vicki Jud at Vicki.jud@sbcglobal.net if you would like to volunteer at the Fair Trade table.

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John Stephens suggested I write an update on what we've been doing since May 4, 2014.

Immediately after retirement we spent six months traveling in Europe. We saw parts of 22 countries, but the bulk of our time was spent in Sweden, Germany, and France. While at a castle in Italy we were joined by stateside family. Susan's "second home" has always been France, and she has family in Sweden and Germany. It was a momentous journey, similar to the same length trip we made in 1970.

Upon return to the U.S., Susan moved easily into her former routine - leading yoga, participating in a Renovaré group, grandmothering, swimming, and painting. In addition, she continued the remodeling of our 1870 Galveston home, which will be on the Tour of Homes in May. Susan developed a website (sljstudios.com) and joined an art gallery in Galveston.

Coming home was more difficult for me. One of my lifetime goals is to "make as large a contribution to the cause of Christ as my health and spiritual gifts allow me for as long as I live." So, a lifestyle of leisure was not an option. I had to discern how and where to steward the rest of my life! On our return I invested four months in prayer, retreat, and seeking Godly wisdom to find the answer.

What I decided on was two vocational ventures:1. EQUIP3.com, a consulting practice focused on coaching (including executive, retirement, relational, 12-step, and more), mediation, and leadership training. I currently work with five Houston firms and a few individuals.2. BanlicanHousePublishing.com, a publishing enterprise. In addition to continuing to write a daily blog for jimsdailyawakenings.com, I have published two books, Covenant Friendship: An Ex-Loner's Guide to Authentic Friendships (2015) and Life's Laws: Practical Wisdom You're Not Likely To Read Elsewhere (2016). They are both available though my website, the Chapelwood Bookstore, and Amazon.com. I am incredibly fulfilled through both of these pursuits.

Most weeks Susan and I spend four days in Houston and three days in Galveston. And we get along better than ever. By the way, our beloved border collie, Nell, died in 2013, and last year we adopted a Maltese pup named Sunshine. Having a 7½ pound daughter has kept us on our toes!

I made the promise not to participate in Chapelwood's ministries for a reason. It was important to me to give you time to bond with John Stephens. John has graciously invited me many times to visit, preach, or teach. I have not felt the time was right - but your warm embrace of Stephanie, John, and their daughters makes me know that a reunion time is closer. It thrills me to see Chapelwood moving from strength to even greater strength. It makes me happy to see you following Jesus and loving your pastor!

Be assured of our affection and appreciation.

Susan and Jim Jackson

AN OPEN LETTER TO CHAPELWOODFROM SUSAN AND JIM JACKSONTWO YEARS AFTER RETIREMENT

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When Janine Roberts came to Chapelwood as Director of Global Missions, the Chapelwood Foundation Global Grant Committee got to know the organization closest to her heart: Fairfield Children’s Homes. Below is Fairfield’s story in Janine’s words.

I first visited Fairfield Children’s Homes in 1998 with a short-term mission team. At the time, it was an orphanage with 42 children. There were two dormitory-style bedrooms for the boys and girls, and a staff of three women rotated every eight hours to care for them. There was a high rate of infant mortality because if a child was sick, there was no one available to take that child to the hospital for simple illnesses. The children played together in a large courtyard all day that reeked of urine. They did poorly in school and were poorly behaved.

In 2004, their lives took a very positive turn. I was able to see this firsthand after moving back to Zimbabwe on a full-time basis after completing seminary in 2004. Because of the assistance from a group of interested individuals who formed a group called FOSA (Fairfield Outreach and Sponsorship Association), 12 brand new children’s homes were built, and 23 staff members were hired. Now the children live in families of ten with a “housemother” hired to watch them 24 hours a day through the United Methodist Church. They grow food in their own gardens, cook and clean together as a family, and have help with their homework every night. Fairfield has nearly doubled in size to 80 children.

I lived in Zimbabwe a total of eight years but have known and kept in close contact with some of the children since that first trip in 1998. My little friend Nyarai (whose name means “to be ashamed”) was 5 years old when we first met. She now at 23 years old has a degree in Fashion and Fabrics, proving that her name is not true of her character.

Many of the newer children never experienced the horrible conditions Fairfield started from, and thanks to the continued support from donors, we hope they never have to. They will grow up to be what God intended them to be: successful, Christ-loving, faithful citizens of Zimbabwe.

The Chapelwood Foundation’s Global Grant Committee awarded a grant to Fairfield Children’s Homes in 2015 for teacher salaries. We want to help them raise more children like Nyarai, whose aspirations and successes will outrun their beginnings in a big way.

For more information about the Chapelwood Foundation, please contact Teresa Cannon at tcannon@chapelwood.org or (713) 354-4485.

THE CHAPELWOOD FOUNDATION LIVING OUR LEGACY...FUNDING OUR FUTURE

FAIRFIELD CHILDREN'S HOMES

Jim JacksonKaryl and Charles White

Marsha Klein HaasBarbara Bering Dundas

Bob JohnsonBarbara and Samuel Guy

Carol SharpeJane and Jim Wise

Dawson FamilyDonna Dawson

The Bible ClassCathy McCants

Pam MooreCharlotte and Larry Whaley

GIFTS IN HONOR OF RESTRICTED GIFTS

Jane and Jim Wise (Susan Jackson Scholarship Fund)Susan and Jim Jackson (Susan Jackson Scholarship Fund)

UNRESTRICTED GIFTS

Anna Murr

THE CHAPELWOOD FOUNDATION

Your gifts to the Chapelwood Foundation can be a special way to honor someone or mark the joy of a special occasion while helping to build an endowment for Chapelwood in perpetuity. For more information, contact Teresa Cannon at (713) 354-4485 or tcannon@chapelwood.org.

GIFTS IN MEMORY OF

Rachel ThornJudy and Roy Sharp

Jim MinerCarol and David Zaenglein

Susan and Shane Schlemeyer

Bob MoorePamela Moore

Irene and Bob Bening

John A. Mills, Jr.Nancy and Chuck Grob

Cathy Holstead and Victor BurkeSherry Milam

Lynda and Billy WilsonSusan and Larry KachlerSue and Damon Berry

Tamara and William SmithJane and David Wise

James B. PhillipsGrace and Carroll Phillips

Kemp Martin Mary Martin

Kemp Martin, Jr.Mary Martin

Herman DrewsMary and Richard LoganNedaye and Douglas PottsThe Larry Siebert FamilyWendy and Loyd Wright

Kelly WalkerStephanie and Bryan Jamison

Janet and Tom WalkerCarole Monday

Glenna and Jim FloydJackie and B.E. Binford

Sandra and Richard BoydAnnette and Theron Moore

Susan and Mark Binford

Liza KutnerGinny Itz

Thelma SmithDonna and Mark Greek

Bob WilkinsDonna Wilkins

Jo and Cecil SmithClay Hightower

Lola Jo WinderMelody and Toby Dagenhart

Kate VelascoPhil and Renata Demoes

Ross E. Dawson, Jr.Donna Dawson

Mark Benjamin RobertsNancy and Chuck Grob

Cathy Holstead and Victor BurkeJune and Richard CodyJoan and Kevin Hodges

Jenny CoxJane and Dick Humphreys

Mary and Jim GosnellPenny Heap Bryant

Kinkaid Lower SchoolLynne and Brian JohnsonMarcia and Colin Moor

Jane and David WiseAlison Hogan

Telelink Business TelephonesAnn and Russ Morton

Kim and Marshall AdkinsStephanie and Bryan JamisonDeborah and Don Morrison

Charlotte ChristmanMr. and Mrs. L. V. DeLano

Jeri and Jeff WolffEllen and Geoffrey Davis

Nell LynchEdward Lynch

Foster SempleJo Reid

Barbara ShannonJim Shannon

Bill JensenJean Jensen

Ellen KurioNancy and Martin Poe, Jr.

Pamela MooreSusan and Shane Schlemeyer

Barbara BakerTom Baker

Pete DaltonErin and Matt Roorda

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LIVING OUR LEGACY...FUNDING OUR FUTURE

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2016 FOUNDATION DINNER – LEGACY OF LIFE

Mark your calendar and plan to join us Tuesday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for the 2016 Foundation Dinner. This year’s theme is Legacy of Life and will feature Ricardo Barnes, the Executive Director of the Spring Branch Family Development Center, as the keynote speaker. The inspiring worship band from The Branch will provide memorable entertainment.

At the dinner, we will celebrate how God has worked through the Foundation to spread His love, mercy, and grace to those in need. We are so grateful for the generosity of this congregation, which enables the Foundation to continue to bless others. Last year, the Foundation awarded over $290,000 to charitable ministries in our community and around the world. You won’t want to miss this special night filled with inspiration, hope, and fellowship.

You can purchase tickets online at www.chapelwood.org/foundation by clicking on “Purchase Foundation Dinner Tickets.” Tickets are sold on a first-come basis. For more information contact Teresa Cannon, (713) 354-4485, tcannon@chapelwood.org.

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NEW MEMBERS WELCOME TO CHAPELWOOD

Vivian and Allan Gallant

Membership is your commitment to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ in the areas of prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness. If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact Tammy Heinrich, theinrich@chapelwood.org, or (713) 354-4446.

Lisa and Don DeLozierNatolie Herold (pictured with Allen Reid, already a member)

Kathy Hennington

Tracy Tobias

Pictures not available: Lillian Douglas Frances Walley LeTyne Kelly

Teresa Koontz

Scott Richardson Sha-ron Frizzle Susan, Charles, and Sam Schwager (Haley already a

member)

Karen White

Grace Olander

Sarah Brown Annika Royston

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Baptisms: Oakley James Janke, daughter of Rainey and Kirby Janke,

on February 27, 2016 Everitt Samuel Cooley, son of Gianna and Stuart Cooley,

on February 27, 2016 Eleanor Jane Patrick, daughter of Emily and Jonathan Patrick,

on March 13, 2016 Lucia Fai-Yengo, daughter of Larisa and Ghislain Fai-Yengo,

on March 13, 2016 Evan Alexander Lewis, son of Amber and Mike Lewis,

on March 13, 2016 Cade Andrew Lewis, son of Amber and Mike Lewis,

on March 13, 2016 Beck Aaron Lewis, son of Amber and Mike Lewis,

on March 13, 2016 Michael Andrew Little, son of Catherine and Andrew Little,

on March 13, 2016 Valton Elliott Watts, son of Anna and Cody Watts,

on March 13, 2016 Everett Douglas Baten, son of Amy and Cory Baten,

on March 13, 2016 William Min Ying Coursey, son of Meredith and Bill Coursey,

on March 13, 2016 Charles Easton Coursey, son of Meredith and Bill Coursey,

on March 13, 2016 Philip Allen Harper, son of Cali and Andrew Harper,

on March 13, 2016 Jasper Joe Magruder, son of Sarah and Brant Magruder,

on March 20, 2016 Births: A boy, Asher Matthew Frost, born March 7, 2016,

to Erika and Derek Frost A girl, Emma Claire Emerson, born March 19, 2016,

to Cassandra and Joe Emerson

Weddings:Kris Keel Errickson to Dennis Michael McLaughlin

on March 5, 2016Lauren Anne Page to Braedon Douglas Eller on March 5, 2016Audra Lauren Altemus to Lane Strieber Jochetz on April 2, 2016

Our Prayers and Sympathy Expressed to: Mr. and Mrs. David Roland and family on the death of

Anne’s father, Mr. Benjamin Conroy, on February 28, 2016; Mr. Steve Wortham and family on the death of his mother,

Mrs. Mary Ann Wortham, on March 8, 2016; Mr. and Mrs. David B. Rae and family on the death of

Anne’s father, Mr. Warren J. Meyer, on March 11, 2016; Mrs. Mickie Drews and family on the death of her husband,

Mr. Herman Drews, on March 15, 2016; Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Lucas and family on the death of

Sandy’s father, Mr. Herman Drews, on March 15, 2016; Mrs. Susan Neal and family on the death of her father,

Mr. Edward Porter, on March 19, 2016; Mr. and Mrs. Craig A. Cavanagh and family on the death of

Craig’s father, Mr. Arthur Cavanagh, on March 21, 2016; Mr. and Mrs. Mark C. Greek and family on the death of

Donna’s son, Matthew Daniel Gale, on March 23, 2016; Mr. and Mrs. Homer V. Smith and family on the death of

Homer’s mother, Mrs. Thelma Smith, on March 23, 2016; Mrs. Cindy Lyons and family on the death of her husband,

Mr. James Joseph (Jimmy) Lyons, on March 25, 2016.

PRAYERS AND PRAISE FOR OTHERSJOYS AND CONCERNS

Recently Hospitalized: Shirley AndersonJim ButlerVon GrahamPat HaltomMark Jodon Cullen Kappler

Cathy McCants Don McGregorKen MintnerJoan MorganGloria Parse Kay Stevens

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SPRING BRANCH SPRING BRANCH1000 Piney Point Rd.

KINKAID201 Kinkaid School Dr.MAP NOT TO SCALE

RIDE THE SHUTTLE

ON SUNDAY MORNING

7:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE SCHOOLKINKAID SCHOOL

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John Stephens – Senior PastorBob Johnson – Executive Pastor/Worship Communities PastorBob Lindsey – Business Administrator/Manager of Music Ministry

ADULT DISCIPLESHIPAndy Cunningham – Pastor, Grow MinistriesTammy Heinrich – Pastor, Connect MinistriesGinny Itz – Ministry Director, Connect MinistriesJosef Klam – Directing Pastor, Adult DiscipleshipJanine Roberts – Ministry Director, Share Ministries (Global and National Serving)Teresa Rossy – Ministry Director, Grow MinistriesAmy Taylor – Ministry Director, Share Ministries (Local Serving)

FAMILY DISCIPLESHIPKaren Lopes – Ministry Director, Special Needs MinistryCarolyn Park – Administrator, Chapelwood School for Young Children Sarah Pattillo – Ministry Director, Student MinistryCason Sicking – Ministry Director, Recreation MinistryHeather Sims – Directing Pastor, Family DiscipleshipBetsy Sutherland – Pastor, Children's Ministry

PASTORAL CARE & REACHINGScott Endress – Pastor, Pastoral CareBill Stell – Assistant Pastor, Pastoral Care Wick Stuckey – Coordinating Pastor, Pastoral Care

WHO DOES WHAT

Contacts

WORSHIP COMMUNITIES AND MUSICRichard Gandy – Ministry Director, Worship and Arts, Mercy StreetMelissa Maher – Community Pastor, Mercy Street Luis Palomo – Community Pastor, The BranchStephen Roddy – Ministry Director, Adult Traditional Music and the ArtsChristian Washington – Community Pastor, Upper RoomWayne Watson – Ministry Director, 9:45 Contemporary WorshipJerry Webber – Community Pastor, The Center for Christian Spirituality

OTHER MINISTRIESTeresa Cannon – Ministry Director, Chapelwood FoundationToby Dagenhart – Managing Director, Technology for MinistryKaren Firenza – Ministry Director, Marketing and CommunicationsIvan Rhone – Ministry Director, Kitchen Ministry

11140 Greenbay, Houston, TX 77024Phone (713) 465-3467 Fax (713) 365-2808www.chapelwood.org

MAY 1

2 Gathering Place, 9:30 am, Fellowship HallSBISD Teacher Appreciation Lunches, May 2-6

3 UMW Growing in Grace Through Books, 10 amUMW Luncheon, 11 am, Fellowship Hall

4Wednesday Night Supper, 5:30 pm Children and Adult Studies, 6:30 pm Chancel Choir, 7 pm

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8 Mother's Day Common Ground, 9:45 am, Upper RoomMother's Day Brunch (see back cover)Mother's Day Concert (see page 6)

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Legacy of Life Foundation Dinner (see page 15)

11 Wednesday Night Supper, 5:30 pm Children and Adult Studies, 6:30 pm Chancel Choir, 7 pm

12 13Church Under The Bridge (see page 5)

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