As news about the coronavirus continued to unfold, I learned a lot.I learned there are many prayers to pray and songs to sing while washing my hands thoroughly for 20 seconds.|I learned I touch my face too much.I learned some people buy more toilet paper than they need.I learned a new phrase – social distancing….Read More »
A Word from DS Teresa Welborn – 3/13/20
As we follow news about the COVID-19 virus, we invite you to continue monitoring guidelines from health officials and the city of Austin. To the clergy and churches of the Capital District UMC: My devotional reading this morning took me to Romans 8:18-25. “We were saved in hope. If we see what we hope for, that isn’t…Read More »
A Word from DS Teresa Welborn – 3/5/2020
We recently hosted Rev. Dr. Joseph Daniels from Emory Fellowship in Washington, D.C. Sharing about his ministry overseeing a church and an affordable housing project, he had words of challenge and inspiration for us. At that District Professionals meeting, I also shared information about the district’s current apportionment giving. Our overall giving to apportionments in the…Read More »
A Word from DS Teresa Welborn-2/5/2020
Valentine’s Day is coming up and I have to say I’ve never been a big fan of this holiday. During my long years as a single pastor, I enjoyed an Austin music station’s “Anti-Valentine’s Day” show. Even now as a married person, I resist the message that somehow being coupled is the cultural norm and…Read More »
A Word from DS Teresa Welborn- 1/8/2020
Like many elementary schools, the one my daughter attends has a school t-shirt for sale as a way of drumming up school spirit. Each year the t-shirt is designed by students who are invited to submit ideas and drawings. This year’s design was a combined effort – a compilation of a few different submissions including…Read More »
A Word from DS Teresa Welborn – 12/4/19
I’ve always been impressed with people who are able to get out Christmas letters every December. My late father-in-law sent such letters for decades to an ever growing list of relatives and friends and colleagues. I joked that his stamp buying alone must have kept his local Post Office in business. The letter updated everyone…Read More »
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A Word from DS Teresa Welborn – 11/6/19
I recently read Susan Beaumont’s latest book, How to Lead When You Don’t Know Where You’re Going: Leading in a Liminal Season. A catchy title, right?! The book is highly relevant and helpful. In April, Ms. Beaumont will present at our annual Clergy Convocation. I highly recommend her book and you won’t want to miss her…Read More »
A Word from DS Teresa Welborn – 10/23/19
Mark your calendars! Sunday, November 10th is Austin Region Justice for Our Neighbors’ (ARJFON) annual gala. Each year, I look forward to this event. Some of you I see each year and are already committed to the work of ARJFON. If you are not aware of ARJFON’s work, I encourage you to learn more about…Read More »
Austin Region JFON Gala
Austin Region JFON invites you to a Gala on Sunday, November 10, 2019 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm at Crowne Plaza Austin, 6121 North Interstate Highway 35. Come hear from voices walking alongside our vulnerable immigrant neighbors in 2019 and hear how you can join in! For tickets, visit https://www.jfonaustin.org/. For information on the strategic partnership…Read More »