JULY 27, 2018

A PUBLICATION OFOAK HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

Pastors Jim Roberts, Katy Fitzgold, Laura Smith Adam

Worship ServicesSunday, July 298:45 a.m., 10 a.m. “Pathways,” and 11:15 a.m. The Rev. Karen Horan (Executive Director of the Mission Vitality Center, Rio Texas Conference)“Short Stories by Jesus: Lord, in Your Mercy...” — Luke 18:9-14

Sunday, Aug. 58:45 a.m., 10 a.m. “Pathways,” and 11:15 a.m.Pastor Katy Fitzgold“Short Stories by Jesus: The Laborers in the Vineyard” — Matthew 20:1-16

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Join Us at Mandola’s for a Meet and GreetThis Sunday, July 29, we’ll meet at Mandola’s in Arbor Trails at 12:30 p.m. for lunch and a chance to get to know Christian Novicki, our new Pathways Worship Leader. Please join us!

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

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

July 29 is the fifth Sunday of the month, which means Miss Penny Banks (pictured above) will visit the Sanctuary! Moneycollected during all three services will be deposited in the Endowment Fund. The theme is “Planting Seeds for the Future.” Every penny is designated for future projects, missions, and improvements at Oak Hill UMC. By donating now, you will help your church continue to do great things in God’s world for generations to come.

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Get “All Shook Up” at Zilker Park! Sunday, July 29 Show Starts at 8:15 p.m.It’s this Sunday! Join your Oak Hill UMC friends for “All Shook Up,” this summer’s Zilker Hillside Theater production. Bring ablanket, cooler, and your family and come early to grab a good spot!

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Calling All Healthcare WorkersThe Safety Committee continues to work on processes to ensure a swift and effective response to a wide variety of events that may occur on campus. As the healthcare representative on this committee, I am hoping to identify the folks who have special exper-tise to contribute in case of a health-related event. If you have special training in the health field—doctor, nurse, RT, EMT, etc.—please send your name and area of expertise to me at scott.broberg@sbcglobal.net or to the church office. This will not obligate you in any way; it just helps us have a better understanding of the resources we have available.

— Scott Broberg

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From Pastor Laura: How to Help the Rev. Sheldon Johnson You may remember my mention of the Rev. Sheldon Johnson in my sermon on July 8 … or you may have heard of the tragedy that’s befallen Sheldon and his family. I’ve known Sheldon as long as I’ve been in ministry. He is a dear friend. And my heart breaks for him as he faces the future so differently than he anticipated.

Sheldon has served churches in the Rio Texas Conference since 1988—McCamey, Smithville (where he met and married Sharon), Brady, Kingsville First, Lockhart, El Campo, and Goldthwaite. He also has been active in the Emmaus and Chrysalis community, where he touched many lives. Sheldon is known and loved by so many throughout our conference. He and his family began a new ministryjourney into retirement on July 1.

As Sheldon and his family completed their move and drove to their new home, an oncoming pickup moved into their lane and hit both vehicles head-on. Sheldon’s wife, Sharon, and their only child, Ray, died on scene. Sheldon and his sister-in-law were critically injured. Sheldon was transported to Seton Hospital in Round Rock, where he underwent several surgeries. He currently is under treatment in a rehab setting. The doctors expect Sheldon’s recovery to take a full year.

This all happened just one day into Sheldon’s retirement.

A “Go Fund Me” account to help Sheldon with his medical expenses has been set up by the Rev. Scott Bradford, First UMC–San Angelo. If you’d like to contribute to this “Go Fund Me” account, here is the link:

https://www.gofundme.com/sheldon-johnson-medical-expensesAlso, please include Sheldon on your prayer list in these upcoming months. The grief surrounding this sad event will be eased and guid-ed by the Spirit’s presence, through the prayers of friends and strangers alike. And I know Sheldon will be grateful.

God’s Peace, Pastor Laura

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Lemonade and Cookies Will Support a Fresh StartWhat better way to cool down during the dog days of summer than with a quenching class of lemonade along with a delicious home-baked cookie? Even better, enjoy the treat knowing you are helping some young women get a fresh start to their lives.

On Sunday, Aug. 12, the Community Ministries team will partner with mom/daughter teams throughout the church to offer these treats, free of charge, in the courtyard all morning. Drop by before or after worship, on your way to drop off kiddos or pick them up, and enjoy a sweet, refreshing break from the summer sun. While you’re there, we invite you to talk to one of our volunteers or pick up a handout about The Refuge, a residential treatment/recovery center opening soon in Bastrop County to provide an oasis for heal-ing and new beginnings for young girls recently rescued out of sex trafficking.

Specifically, Oak Hill UMC and other area churches have been invited to help furnish the chapel on The Refuge site. Those enjoying free lemonade and cookies are invited to make a love offering in support of The Refuge chapel. Cash, of course, is welcome, but if you choose to make your gift by check, make it payable to Oak Hill UMC with “The Refuge” in the memo line.

This is the latest of several initiatives our church has undertaken to help this program. Last year, members of our craft team fashioned clay doves that we donated to the mural project for the center. Other doves were offered at The Cross Project with proceeds donated to The Refuge. This spring, our quilting group donated 20-plus beautiful quilts and matching pillow cases to The Refuge. Girls entering the program will be able to select among the beautiful quilts to select one for their very own to use while at The Refuge and to take with them when they are ready to step back into the world. Our quilters explained it as a way to wrap the girls up in love from God, of course, and from friends at Oak Hill UMC.

Please drop by on Sunday, Aug. 12, enjoy your fill of lemonade and cookies, and give generously in support of this recovery program.

— Vicki Matustik

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Welcome, New Members!Tom and Karen Chouinard transferred their membership from First UMC, Dickinson, TX, July 22 at the 11:15 a.m. service. Happy to have you at Oak Hill!

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Youth NewsJuly & August Fun in (and out of) the Sun!July 29, 10 a.m. — Youth Sunday School with Lisa and Nikki.

July 29, 5-7:30 p.m. — Youth Group at Zilker Park for “All Shook Up.” Bring a swimsuit! Matt is taking the van around 5:30 p.m. Youth should let Matt know ASAP if they want to ride with him. Families are encouraged to meet at the park between 7-8 p.m.

Aug. 2, 6-8 p.m. — Kickball with Dripping Springs UMC.Sign up: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0A4BAEAE2BA4F94-kickballAug. 11 — “Mounts and Founts.” Day trip with rock climbing and paddling on the Pedernales River. Cost: $75. Sign up: www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0a4baeae2ba4f94-mounts

Aug. 25 — Family Tubing Trip. Meet at Oak Hill UMC at 8 a.m. for a day of tubing on the San Marcos River. Sign up: www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0a4baeae2ba4f94-family1Aug. 26 — Youth Sunday (youth will lead worship services).Sign up: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0A4BAEAE2BA4F94-youth9

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

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The MaD Camp presentation of “O Chicken of Little Faith” was a rousing song- and pun-filled success! What a group of talented kids! Check out the photos below:

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

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“Hope in Shiloh” to Meet in September“Hope in Shiloh” is a community for women who have experienced infertility, pregnancy or infant loss, and adoption challenges. It is a safe place to connect, process, learn, and grow during this season of waiting and grief. Beginning Monday, Sept. 10, and meeting weekly, the group will study Shiloh, A Place of Rest and When Empty Arms Become a Heavy Burden.

For meeting location and more information, contact hopeinshiloh@gmail.com.

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Save the Date: Benefit Concert for Andrew Green Sunday, Sept. 16 3 p.m. SanctuaryPlease join us in the sanctuary Sunday, Sept. 16, at 3 p.m. for a special benefit concert for musician Andrew Green.

Andrew was the concertmaster for the 2017 Christmas Eve cantata at Oak Hill UMC. During the 9 p.m. service, Andrew had a stroke which has left him with minimal movement on his left side. This is certainly a devastating tragedy for this young man. Andrew made his living as a professional musician and teacher. At this time, it is quite possible that he will never play the violin again. Andrew has accrued astronomical medical expenses, and many in the Oak Hill community have requested information about assisting in this area. Funds collected at the concert will go to help pay his medical expenses.

Andrew received a graduate degree in violin performance from UT. His teacher, Professor Laurie Scott, and Oak Hill UMC Director of Music Suzanne Pence are planning a concert that will include many of his UT peers and colleagues, along with the Oak Hill UMC Chancel Choir. Andrew is helping with the repertoire selection, and we are excited to present this outstanding program of orchestral and choral works.

There will be more information to come regarding ways in which to make a contribution.

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Our PrayersEddie Barho; Bob Batch; Kelley Coblentz Bautch; Cameron Bragg and family (Cameron’s grandfather, Rex “Gramps” Bragg, passed away July 19); Ruth Anne Bush (Lois Rice’s friend); Les Conley; Rod Corder (Cliff Corder’s father); Lucy Cornell; friends and familyof Margaret Covell (Margaret passed away July 16); David J. Dahill (Liz Armstrong’s neighbor); Cliff Davis (Lisa Wilson’s father); Terry Kannedy (Jeannie and Doug Moody’s son/stepson); Helen McBride (Lynn Sampsell’s friend); Carl Moore; Diana Nelson;Cindy Nolan (Nancy Davila’s cousin); David Pazder; friends and family of Ed Ramsey (Jan’s husband, Ed, passed away June 25); Susan Scallon and family (Susan’s father, Fred Wilcox, passed away July 17); Karen Seuser (Susan Shineldecker’s friend); Cherrie Shoemaker; Patricia Trujillo; (Mike Trujillo’s mother); Rick White (Karan and David Stripling’s son-in-law); Janet Whitworth(Susan Shineldecker’s friend); Reggie Wilson

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

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UMW Book Club to Retrace Paul’s Footsteps Thursday, Aug. 30 10 a.m. Panera Bread, 4625 W. William Cannon Dr.The next United Methodist Women Reading List selection is Bus to Corinth by Ladine Housholder. Five friends travel through Greece and retrace the footsteps of Paul the Apostle while honoring the memory of one of their friends. There will be no July meeting, but please join us as we meet Thursday, Aug. 30, at 10 a.m. at Panera Bread on William Cannon Dr. Please contact Diana Goodloe at dianagoodloe@gmail.com if you have questions.

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Mark Your Calendars!July 29 — “All Shook Up” at Zilker Hillside TheaterAug. 4 — Mental Health First Aid TrainingAug. 6-10 — Cub CampAug. 19 — Blessing of the Backpacks Aug. 19 — Church Council Meeting/Charge Conference Aug. 26 — Promotion Sunday/Youth Sunday Aug. 26 — Lunch with the Pastors

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

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Ministers All members of Oak Hill UMCPastors Jim Roberts Katy Fitzgold

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