Cedar Bayou Grace United Methodist Church

Everywhere Fun Fair VBS July 8 – 12

ewallace — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:11:52 +0000

Everywhere Fun Fair VBS is July 8-12, 2013! There will be groups for all ages: Pre-K (4 yrs. old) – 5th grade. Register for VBS at the Everywhere Fun Fair table in the hallway, by printing the form below or register online at http://2013.cokesburyvbs.com/cbg . Volunteers are needed for a successful VBS. Contact co-directors Crystal Arthur or Alicia Bryan for more information about this great week of worship, crafts, music, and fun. You may also contact Pam Ansley at 281-427-4754 ext. 103 or pansley@cedarbayougrace.org.

Please click here for the VBS Registration Form

New Senior Pastor

ewallace — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:26:05 +0000

Good News !
The District Superintendent met with our Staff Parish Committee recently to recommend Rev. John Newsome as our Senior Pastor. Rev. Newsome comes to us from Bay Harbor UMC where he has served for 7 years. His wife, Janie, is a first grade teacher and they have two grown children. His first Sunday will be July 7, 2013.

We’re looking forward to a great future at CBGUMC!

ewallace — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:42:12 +0000

Dear friends,
Although changes in pastoral appointments do not happen until July 1 this year, I want you to know that David and I are very sad to be leaving Cedar Bayou Grace. We have enjoyed the people, the church and the community. We cherish your friendships. You will be deeply missed. I thank you for the many words of love and gratitude you have expressed. For the good ministry we have had together, may God receive the praise.
We look forward to what God will do in my next appointment at the First United Methodist Church of Palestine, Texas.
We do not know yet who is coming to Cedar Bayou Grace. We pray for our superintendent, bishop and cabinet as a match will be made that will help grow this congregation in faith and in numbers. I expect the appointment of who is coming to be announced in worship in the next couple of weeks.
Until July we have work to do. For the next three Sundays of April I will be preaching a sermon series on “The Tongue” – lies, gossip and gripes, the damage they do and how and why life is better without them. In May we celebrate. We have a confirmation class to mentor and confirm. We have a senior class to recognize and scholarship. In June we have VBS, visiting mission camps, choir camp and youth programs. All along we have new people to invite to our congregation and must add new places for them to become involved. You are an important part of all these preparations. Ask any staff member or committee chair or me about where you can serve.
Once again I thank you and I challenge you to move into God’s future not in fear but in confident faith. Know that the Christ who unites you is greater than any difference that divides. Expect great things for this congregation in the days ahead. I do.
God bless you.
Pastor Carol Turner

Prayer Service

ewallace — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:34:17 +0000

Beginning April 7th at 6:00 p.m. we will be having a Prayer Service in the Chapel. All are invited to come and sing, pray, and listen to how God is changing our lives. Come and let the power of prayer transform your life. If you feel led to give a devotional or have been a witness to the things the Lord has been doing around you and wish to share, please call the church office.

Adult Trip – April 19

ewallace — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:55:26 +0000

On Friday, April 19 we’re off to historic Washington on the Brazos where we will have a photo op of the beautiful fields of bluebonnets. We will also tour Independence Hall, where the Texas declaration was signed in 1836, see the Republic Museum, and experience the Barrington living history farm. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy. On the drive back we will stop at the Southern Flyer 50′s and 60′s diner for a dessert of coke floats. Cost of transportation and Washington buildings’ tour will be $15. Your picnic and dessert money will be extra. Depart 8 a.m. and return by 6 p.m. Reservations must be made to the church office no later than Sunday, April 14. For more information please call the church office.

ewallace — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:26:25 +0000

Dear friends,
What is the most beautiful place you have ever been? Maybe you have more than one favorite place. Maybe you have pictures or memories that take you back to that place. Maybe you can imagine yourself there right now! I know a place that I haven’t seen yet, but I know I will see it one day and every time I think about it, I am so joyful.
The Bible records Jesus’ last words from the cross. “Woman behold your son.” “I thirst.” “Father forgive them…” And after one of the thieves being crucified with Jesus asked him, “Lord, remember me when you come into your kingdom” Jesus replied, “Today you will be with me in paradise.” Great music tries to capture these last words. Many sermons and books have been written on them. I have been reading Adam Hamilton’s Final Words from the Cross. Hamilton helps explain what was meant in Jesus’ day by many of Jesus’ words. Consider with me what he says about Paradise.
“The Greek word for Paradise in this verse is a transliteration of a Persian word that was used in ancient times to refer to the king’s garden. The king’s garden was a walled garden that was a place of profound beauty. Sometimes it included a menagerie – like a zoo – combined with beautiful gardens, trees, and water features. When someone was honored in ancient Persia, they were given the privilege of enjoying the king’s garden.
The thought of spending eternity in the King’s Garden with people I love, without hate or violence or stress or anxiety, sounds like paradise to me.”
Jesus offered this Paradise to a condemned criminal. Jesus forgave the very people who yelled, “Crucify him.” He forgave those who tortured and executed him. Jesus had a passion for people. He wanted everyone to enjoy the King’s Garden including me and you. I am so thankful and humbled by his extravagant gift of forgiveness and of invitation to the King’s Garden. I hope you are too. I hope you will join me as we give this good news to people “beyond our doors.”
Love in Christ,
Pastor Carol Turner

District Summer Camp – June 17 – 21

ewallace — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 16:28:22 +0000

South District Kid’s and Youth Church Camp is June 17 – 21. Camp is open to all children who have completed grades 3 – 12. Cost during early registration (ends April 26) is $225 per student, regular registration (ends May 10) is $245 per student and late Registration (ends May 24) is $265 per student. CBGUMC will pay $100 of the registration fee for all campers. Come to Lakeview for a week of learning about God, growing in faith and having fun! Scholarships are available.

Please click here for the camp registration packet

Now Hiring – Summer Interns

ewallace — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:48:26 +0000

At Cedar Bayou Grace UMC we are looking for a summer youth and a summer children’s intern. These interns will help our Youth Director and Christian Educator with summer activities and Sunday activities. For complete job descriptions please click the links below.
To apply for these positions please send a resume to Pastor Carol Turner at cturner@cedarbayougrace.org

Please click here for the Children’s Intern job description

Please click here for the Youth Intern job description

Easter Sunday Worship 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

ewallace — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 15:57:44 +0000

Join us at Cedar Bayou Grace UMC for Easter worship. We will have three services on Easter Sunday. Service times are 8:00 A.M., 9:30 A.M. and 10:45 A.M. Nursery will be provided. For more inforamtion please call the church office at 281427-4754.

Good Friday Service – March 29 at 7 p.m.

ewallace — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 15:55:10 +0000

Cedar Bayou Grace UMC will have our Good Friday service on Friday, March 29 at 7 p.m. This service will be a contemporary tenebrae service of Scriptures and music led by The Chancel Choir featuring The Shadow of the Cross by Lloyd Larson. Service will be held in the Sanctuary. For more information please call the church office at 281427-4754.