September 2011
Letter of the Joplin saints to San Marcos
SAN MARCOS -- The church in Joplin, MO, provided an update
to the brethren of the University church here. The South Texas church, along
with many others in the region, had sent a contribution after the spring
tornados that devastated the city.
The elders wrote, "Words cannot adequately express our
feeling for the outpouring of love from our friends and brothers and sisters in
Christ, nationwide.
"Our building, which sustained some severe damage, is
getting back to normal. The roof is almost completed and the carpet will be
installed in a couple of weeks. The inside damage is being worked on.
"Several of our members lost their homes and we lost
our dear friends, Bill and Sarah Anderson. Bill was a deacon. Their two children
survived the storm. Please pray for Quinton and Grace as they face the future."
The letter closed with gratitude for prayers and the request
that they continue. Other churches should be getting their letters as the
brethren catch up on sending the thank-yous.
Richard Chambers is the Joplin minister. Elders Doug
Douthitt, Jerry Howell, and Richard White signed the letter. More details are
available on the church web site located here: www.joplinchurchofchrist.com
November 2010
McCarty Center honors Moores
SAN MARCOS -- The University church here honored John and Carla Moore for their work on behalf of the Texas State college students who make the McCarty Student Center their home away from home. Many members celebrated with the couple at a banquet on Oct. 16.
Said Minister Wayne Jones, "Many in this congregation were students when John was the McCarty director. John's influence and hard work for McCarty in the past have helped it become what it is today."
Trent Kennedy is the campus minister. The Moore family currently works with the church in Dripping Springs.
October 2010
University church taps Grayson
SAN MARCOS -- Robert Grayson was named as the newest deacon for the University church here on Sept. 5. Said Minister Wayne Jones, "We are blessed to have many talented men and women who serve in various roles. Robert's area of responsibility will be regarding member benevolence.
"We are blessed to have Robert, Dee, and Brendan as part of the University church and we are especially grateful to Robert for his willingness to serve this congregation as deacon."