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“Reclaiming the city through the love of Christ”
927 West Tenth Street
Dallas TX 75208
Sunday Morning Worship
8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship
10:50 a.m. Blended Worship
9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages
Tyler Street Christian Academy
Summer camp and first day of school
This summer, our students enjoyed a
much needed respite-- well, some of them
anyway. Summer at the Street (TSCA
Summer Camp) was in full operation
beginning the second week of June. The
campers enjoyed learning and having fun at
the same time! They attended TSUMC
Vacation Bible School and went on several
field trips including visiting a Dallas Fire
Department Station. Camp ended with a
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927 WEST TENTH STREET l DALLAS, TEXAS 75208
Local...Regional...Global
Ed Lantz
Senior Pastor
“But you will receive power when the
Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will
be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all
Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of
the earth.” (Acts 1:8)
I’ve had the privilege now of serving
Tyler Street for two months. During this
time I have tried to prayerfully listen,
observe, participate and get a sense of
Tyler Street’s identity. “Who Are we?”
is the question I’ve been pondering.
The Yearbook Staff attended Yearbook Over the past few weeks, three words
Camp in early August. have been stewing in my soul:
We began the school year on August 24 with LOCAL…REGIONAL… GLOBAL.
an opening day celebration in the gymnasium Almost every church will claim to be
at 8:20 am. There was lots of enthusiasm and local, regional and global. I believe
excitement as a new adventure begins for Tyler Street truly is distinctively local,
students, teachers and faculty. regional and global.
We are LOCAL. For ninety-seven
years Tyler Street has been a vital part of
Oak Cliff. Many of our members reside
close to the church. Some are within
walking distance. Our Community
Service Outreach (CSO) is a lifeline to
those in our neighborhoods. Vacation
Bible School reminded us that there are
special presentation and luncheon with vast numbers all around us who don’t
parents. have a church home. We are LOCAL.
Our high school athletes spent a lot of We are also REGIONAL. Many of
personal time during the summer working our members do not live in Oak Cliff.
on their strength and conditioning.
Rather, they drive from all over the
The Middle School and Varsity Cheer-
leaders attended ACA Cheer Camp held at
Metroplex. They come from the south,
the University of North Texas in Denton north, east and west. You should see our
during the last week of July. The Middle mailing list! In addition, Tyler Street
School Squad returned as Camp Champions! has a vital connection with the North
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Texas Annual Conference through
ministries like C2K and Project
Transformation. Recently I met a waiter
in a restaurant in Bishop Arts. He asked
what brought us to Oak Cliff to eat and I
mentioned that I was serving at Tyler
Street. He quickly said, “I’ve known of
Tyler Street for years. I grew up
Methodist on the north side of Dallas
and always went to the IMPACT camps.
Tyler Street used to have a big part in
those camps.” I smiled and said, “We
still do.” (p.s., Jon Farrer would enjoy
talking to you about IMPACT). We are
REGIONAL.
We are GLOBAL. We’re global in
two ways. Number one, we’re global by
virtue of being United Methodist. Our
connectional giving (i.e.,
“apportionments”) goes around the
world (as well as North Texas) to further
ministry. Number two, Tyler Street is
uniquely global. We have a close
relationship and a long history of
supporting missionaries all over the
world. This extended family serves
Jesus Christ throughout the globe.
Several times a year missionaries share
the work they’re doing with Tyler Street.
They keep us informed and inspired.
When on furlough some of these
servants worship with us and call Tyler
Street their home. Tyler Street’s impact
reaches some of the most remote, poor
and spiritually hungry people on earth.
We are GLOBAL.
Jesus says, “and you will be my
witnesses…” How are we witnessing in
each of these places?
How are we witnessing LOCALLY?
What is our church currently doing?
Also, what do we need to do to reach
people for Christ? How can we make a
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difference in the lives of those who live
here? Oak Cliff is very unique because
many residents have lived here for
decades, yet many are new to the area
and more are coming. If you live in Oak
Cliff, you can be great witness for your
church. May our local impact be so
deep that it would be impossible to live
in Oak Cliff without knowing of Tyler
Street.
How are we witnessing
REGIONALLY? What are we
currently doing that would be worth it
for someone to drive to Oak Cliff?
What keeps you coming? Also, what
do we need to do to reach people for
Christ? I believe that every member
who lives outside of Oak Cliff can be
a witness to his or her neighborhood,
friends, family and co-workers.
Imagine if everybody who does not
live in Oak Cliff brought someone else
who doesn’t live in Oak Cliff to Tyler
Street. WOW.
How are witnessing GLOBALLY?
What are we currently doing? What do
we need to do to reach more people for
Christ? In this life we may never meet
the recipients of our global impact, but
we will meet them in heaven. May
Tyler Street become an even more
effective vessel for the Lord around the
world.
The beauty of LOCAL…
REGIONAL…GLOBAL is that these
three areas are not in competition with
each other. Rather, they all work
together for the same mission – “To
make disciples of Jesus Christ for the
transformation of the world.”
I am so thankful to be at Tyler Street.
Thank you.
Blessings, Ed
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To the Soul
Tyler Street’s future looks good
by Frank Fosdick
In his sermon on the mount, Jesus said in
part “do not worry about tomorrow...” In
spite of this excellent advise, I have been
worried about the future of Tyler Street.
For many years, I have been attending the
early church service at 8:30 am. Most of the
members attending this service are elderly.
At Tyler Street, two of our older classes
have been discontinued because the member-
ship has dwindled to almost zero, and the
Wedding Ring Class attendance has fallen.
Some of our neighboring Methodist
churches have had to close their doors
because, as their members grew older and
died, the church also died. And others
appear to be struggling to stay open. Thus, I
was worried about Tyler Street.
I was pleasantly surprised to find out that
I did not have to worry very much about
Tyler Street’s future. The recent ice cream
and pounding party for our new pastor was
attended by a large number of exuberant
people, many children, teens, and adults of
We are thankful for our Tyler Street family
As the month of September greets us, I
have to ask, “Where did 2009 go?” With
the fall season upon us, I am reminded that
everything in life is for a season. Even life
itself is but only a brief season. Amber and
I are thankful for the season in our lives
with you at Tyler Street and are saddened
that the season has ended. You all have been
a blessing to this Baptist country boy from
Coleman, Texas. Since 2007, I have learned
much about life in the city, serving in an
inner city area, Methodism, and working
with a top-notch choir, praise band, and
instrumentalists. After setting foot on the
TSUMC campus in October 2006, Amber
and I have loved this church wholeheartedly
and have made it a goal to serve faithfully
and without reservation despite any chal-
lenges we faced. I believe we have been
able to accomplish this goal despite the
dissonant harmony encountered in our first
several months with you, which by the grace
of God beautifully resolved into melodious
consonance.
Excitement lies on the horizon for you at
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all ages. Here was the future of our beloved
church.
Perhaps our many outreach programs
have helped to sustain us: the Tyler Street
Christian Academy, Tyler Street Manor and
Tyler Street Community Service Outreach
across the street have all played a part in our
success. In scanning through the back of our
weekly church bulletin, we can see that Tyler
Street is a busy place with many programs
where we can participate and/or serve.
Our pastor, Ed Lantz, will be holding
classes during September to discuss the
basic beliefs of Methodism. They will be
during the Sunday School hour in the
Anniversary Classroom. So many people
have expressed a desire to attend that he will
also offer the series in October in the
Wedding Ring Classroom.
Our associate pastor, John Wilks, is
spearheading a new educational and
evangelistic program called “Alpha” and
this provides many more opportunities for
service. Because of some evangelistic work
TSUMC. You can rejoice and praise God
for a wonderful pastor and staff. The
ministries are strong at Tyler Street and lives
are being changed through the many
programs. I hope you will continue to lift up
the church staff in your prayers and begin
praying for the new Director of Music and
Fine Arts.
To Ed Lantz, John Wilks, Jon Farrer, Ray
Truesdell, Julia Engel, Kay Talbert, Donna
Reed, Delfina Esquivel: I praise God for
you. I am thankful for your friendship and
the lessons learned together. I appreciate
your encouragement and guidance.
To Ed Logan and Mary Anne Montgom-
ery, I am at a loss for words. Thank you
seems too simple. Without your talents,
expertise, and faithfulness, the Department
of Music and Fine Arts would look totally
different. I am humbled and honored to
serve with you. I cherish your friendship more
than you know and I will deeply miss you.
To each and every person who partici-
pates in the music ministries at TSUMC:
Thank you! Amber and I love you in the
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that was done in November of 2007, I am
convinced that many people in the areas
surrounding our church need what we have to
offer. These areas include Winnetka Heights,
the Bishop Arts District, Stevens Park,
Kessler Park and other outlying locations in
Oak Cliff.
I am constantly being told by non-
members how much they have enjoyed
attending our Summer Classics Series on
Sunday nights. Usually, they are pleasantly
surprised and very complimentary about the
beauty of our sanctuary. This series opens the
doors of our church to people from all over
the Dallas area who otherwise would not
realize that we have one of the most spec-
tacular sanctuaries in all of Methodism.
I look forward to the time when all
Christian churches, with God’s help, will be
able to share in our success as we all work to
reverse the current trend toward atheism and
apathy in our country. We will then be able to
truthfully refer to our country as “one nation
under God.”
Lord. I thank you for your patience and
kindness and I marvel at your talents and your
willingness to use them for the glory of God.
I look forward to returning to Tyler Street
in the future and rejoicing with you at the
work that God has done and will do in the
days ahead.
PraSing Him,
Billy and Amber Woods
September, 2009
Quotable Quotes
It is Christmas every time you let God love
others through you … yes, it is Christmas ev-
ery time you smile at your brother and offer
him your hand. ~ Mother Teresa
What you do not understand, treat with rever-
ence and be patient, and what you do under-
stand, cherish and keep. ~ Augustine of Hippo
ANNIVERSARY The class was opened
on August 16 with the singing of “O
Master, Let Me Walk with Thee.”
Carolyn Cunningham brought our
devotion singing “He Touched Me.”
Patsy Thompson’s lesson was if “Tomor-
row Canceled.” We wish Mary Margaret
a happy birthday on Thursday. Our visitor
was Kay Harden. Thanks to John and
Mozell for refreshments and the prayer.
On August 30, the Anniversary Class
joined the other adult Sunday School
Classes to hear Scott and Lorna Burford.
The Burfords are home from the mission
field where they are stationed in the
Philippines. They will be state side for
about 6 months while they learn more
about audio and visual capabilities in
teaching the Bible in the native languages
of the people they serve. They brought a
very informative account of their work
with the people in the Philippines and
surrounding Asian area.
CHALLENGE Aug. 16, Jere brought
us another lesson to make us think: “Do
you know who you are?” You are a child
of God! In Christ, you are His. It was
great to have the Satres visiting today!
We also welcome visitors Ellen Berent
and Larry West back. We hope they return
again next week. Remember the retreat to
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Tyler Street Financial Update
Here is the final year-to-date information through July 31, 2009:
Annual budgeted receipts $766,000
Month-to-date budgeted receipts for July
Month-to-date actual receipts for July
$ 63,833
$ 54,347 or 15% under budget
Year-to-date budgeted receipts thru July 31 $446,833
Year-to-date actual receipts thru July 31 $428,368 or 96% of budgeted receipts
Jan-July 2009 receipts under budget $ 18,465 or 4% under budget
Mexico Missions Trip Nov. 22-28
Children’s Haven in Reynosa was the destination for our trip last year and the
experience was fantastic! You will have a great experience this year as you participate
in this ministry to children and the surrounding community. Ask God if this is your time
to go. Families are welcome. Work to be done includes remodeling windows, doors,
plumbing, kitchen, bathrooms, walls and ceilings for children’s home # 3 and other
painting and repair work. Another church has asked for the same date. If you are
interested contact Don Lindholm 972-708-7154 or email don_lindholm@sil.org. A firm
commitment is not needed yet, just let him know of your possible interest.
Blest Be the Tie that Binds
Lake Texoma Nov.13-15. Prayer requests: Evelyn reported that Marie Bourell was in
David Jones, Erin Jeter’s mother-in-law, the hospital in Austin due to a very serious
Sean and Amy, and Shirley’s sister Sharon. fall. It is thought that she had another
COVENANT “My sheep hear My voice, “TIA” and fell backwards. When she is
and I know them, and they follow Me” (John
10:27). We combined with other Sunday
able to leave the hospital she will go to
rehab. Keep her in your prayers. Joe had
school classes on Sunday, August 30 to hear the prayer this morning and LaVerne
missionaries from South Asia, Scott and followed with a devotion. Frank had
Lorna Burford. Kris Williams will continue another outstanding lesson. It is remark-
with part two of her lesson on revival the able how he can do so well with no notes
following Sunday, September 6. Read what so ever! He always says something
Nehemiah 8 to review. Anthony will teach that makes us have several good laughs.
September 13 and 20, and Martha and Tim We were delighted to have Ed Lantz visit
Matzke will share with us on Sundays, our class today. Class opened on August
September 27 and October 4. Welcome to 23rd with wonderful Ed Logan at the
our visitors, Robyn Vrabel, Karoline Fisher, piano as we sang “More About Jesus” and
and Robert Brooks. Happy September “Near the Cross.” Evelyn reported that
birthday to Mike and Melissa Vrabel. Marie Bourell is still in rehab in Austin in
TWO BY TWO Carl Schoonover gave our quite a bit of pain and has trouble with her
announcements on August 16. Shirley Jackson eyes. Helen is still home due to health
brought our devotion and prayer. Freddy problems. Linda Wheeley is having some
Boswell taught a good lesson on feeding of the tests done, also. Mary Etta gave a devotion
five thousand. Good lesson Freddy. On August on “Sitting on the Front Porch and Swing-
23, JoAnn Schroeder gave our announcements ing.” Just like the old days. August birthdays
and led the class in singing. Mary Miller for Ed Thomas, Peggy Wilbur, Mary Etta
brought our prayer and Don Lindholm taught a and our very own Ed Logan! Ace continued
good lesson on the scriptures. his outstanding lesson in the book of Acts
WEDDING RING Class opened on Chap. 6 and 7 with the twelve disciples
August 16 with Ed Logan at the piano as we saying they would not give up preaching the
sang “He Lives” followed by “America the word of God. They devoted themselves to
Beautiful.” Thank you Ed, welcome back. prayer and the ministry of the word.
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Evangelism
by Sandy Flair
MYTH #1: It is the responsibility of the
church staff to win souls for Christ.
While it is true that pastors are called to
preach the gospel, in reality, most of their
teaching is presented to the church family
and those few who may have come to
church seeking God. But it is not humanly
possible for pastors to reach all the lost
souls in our community. Ephesians 4:11-12
tells us that church leaders are responsible
for the equipping of the saints for the work
of ministry. Therefore, since the work of
ministry is not exclusive to our pastors, it’s
up to each one of us to share the gospel
with non-believers.
That’s why Jesus told His disciples to
“Go into all the world and preach the
gospel to all creation.” (Matthew 28:18-20
and Mark 16:15) In the Book of Acts,
Christ’s authority and mission to spread
Our Church Family
t Sunday, September 13, Scott and Vicky
Satre, Tyler Street missionaries with
Wycliffe to Cameroon, Africa, will be
speaking on their work at both Sunday
morning services.
t You are invited to a baby shower for
Donald and Erin Montgomery Ward on
Sunday, September 6 from 2-4 pm in the
Sanctuary Parlor. Come and meet baby
Caleb Aaron Ward who is now two months
old. The Wards are registered at Target.
Hostesses are Ann Foster and Kimberly
Montgomery.
t There will be a training session for
Children’s Church workers in Yeats Hall
on Sunday, September 13 after the 10:50 am
worship service. Anyone who is interested is
invited. Lunch will be provided.
t The monthly meeting of The Heart to
Heart women’s group will be held on
Saturday, September 19, at 10 a.m. at the
home of Lynn Chapman. All ladies are
invited. Come early for refreshments and
fellowship.
t Methodist Hospital’s Cancer Center is
in need of caps, hats and turbans for newly
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the good news was transferred to His
followers. The purpose of the outpouring
of the Holy Spirit as presented in Acts is to
empower the Church (you and me) for
ministry. Acts 1:8 says: “But you will
receive power when the Holy Spirit comes
on you; and you will be my witnesses in
Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria,
and to the ends of the earth.” The term
witness means a person who gives testi-
mony. The believer’s life and word serve
as a witness to the world about the hope
that is found in Jesus. 2 Corinthians 5:19
tells us that when we (all Christians) have
been reconciled with Christ, we are given
the ministry to lead the lost to come to
peace with God. Psalm 96:2 tells us to
“Sing to the Lord, praise his name;
proclaim his salvation day after day.” If
we believe God is great, we cannot help
diagnosed cancer patients. If anyone has a
knack for knitting or loves to sew and
would be willing to help with this project,
please contact Carla Boss at 214-942-2166.
t Congratulations to Kay Bruner who
graduated in August from Dallas Baptist
University with a Master’s Degree in
Counseling.
t Our love and sympathy to Bob and
Carole Bogart in the loss of Carole’s
mother, Evelyn Ginske.
t Heart to Heart Women’s Bible Study
will NOT meet on Sunday evening, Septem-
ber 6 due to Labor Day weekend.
t Charlton Methodist Hospital will host
an open house on Saturday, September 12
from 12 noon to 4 pm to celebrate the
opening of their New Bed Tower. Enjoy
entertainment, refreshments and prizes.
t The Church Office will be closed on
Monday, September 7 for Labor Day.
t The Evangelism/Discipleship Commit-
tee will meet Thursday, September 10 at 7
pm in the Conference Room.
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telling others about Him.
As you can see, the Scriptures are full of
challenges to each one of us to tell the
wondrous story. God has called us and
expects us to be obedient. In His word He
has given us the instructions we need to
carry out His command. We must not
neglect this foundational principle of the
Church. While we have the responsibility
to put this challenge into action, it’s God’s
responsibility to produce results by drawing
people to Himself through the Holy Spirit.
Sitting back and doing nothing is not an
option. People really do matter to God.
The time is short.
PRAYER: Thank you, Lord, for providing
shepherds for your flock. Help us to join
them in reaching out to the non-believers in
our communities.
t The Lay Leadership (Nominating)
Committee will meet on Sunday, September
13 at 5 pm in the Covenant Classroom.
t The Finance Committee will meet on
Tuesday, September 15 at 7 pm in the
Conference Room
t The Church Council will meet on
Tuesday, September 29 at 6:30 pm in Yeats
Hall.
t Our back parking lot is getting a new
face lift. Thank you to all who made this
possible.
MEMORIALS
In memory of Mary Young given by Carol
Bilz, Butch and Carla Boss, Marie Bourell,
Alice Hargis, Chastine Wieting, John and
Betty Dodd, Dr. Bill and Anna Lawhorn,
Dwain and Marilyn Smith.
In memory of Jack Bilz given by Chastine
Wieting.
In honor of Frank Fosdick’s 90th birthday
given by Frances Grimes.
In honor of Beatrice Truesdell given by
Dorothy West.
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Reception for Billy
and Amber Woods
There will be a reception this Sunday,
September 6 in Yeats Hall following the
10:50 am worship service to honor Billy and
Amber Woods. Join us in saying good-bye
and thank you for their ministry here at Tyler
Street. You may also bring a gift for baby
Luke. Billy and Amber are registered at
Target and Babies ‘R Us
God answers prayer!
Laurie and I would like to thank all of you
for your prayers and support over the past
week. Little Ian is home and expected to
make a full recovery. The night before the
surgery, I asked Laurie how she was holding
up. She looked at me and said, “God is giving
me strength. I can feel how people are
praying for us.” I cannot explain the hope and
encouragement your prayers and support
gave to us. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
When we talk about the sickness and the
surgery from now on, we will always be quick
to tell how God’s people stood in the gap for
us. Your faithfulness in prayer is just one
more way that Tyler Street keeps showing the
power of the Gospel. May our church
continue to be a house of prayer, and may we
all continue to love one another just as Jesus
has taught us to do.
Grace and peace, John Wilks
Tom Thumb Good
Neighbor Program
If anyone would like to add the Tyler
Street United Methodist Church number to
their reward card at Tom Thumb, Randalls,
Simon David or Safeway, we would receive
1% of every dollar you spend there as a
contribution. Our church number is 1051.
You can link Tyler Street to your Reward
Card by completing a Reward Application
Form at any Courtesy Booth at the store.
Fill in the top portion and the “Good
Neighbor Program” section, indicating what
account number to link to your card.
V isitall thewww.tsumc.org to keep up to date with
activities happening at Tyler Street.
Associate Pastor John Wilks has added new
features to our website. Visit the Tyler Street
Blog Spot by visiting the website and clicking
on “TSUMC Blog.” Also on the blog, you can
listen to morning messages and interact on our
online community.
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Practical Faith
(For the next five Sundays, Pastor Ed will present a short
sermon series from the book of James)
August 30 ............... James 1:19-25 ............ “Who Wants to Be Blessed?”
September 6 ........... James 2:1-13 .............. “No Playing Favorites”
(September 13 is Missions Sunday with the Satres)
September 20 ......... James 3:1-12 .............. “Taming the Tongue”
September 27 ......... James 4:4-10 .............. “Getting on God’s Good Side”
October 4 ................ James 5:7-12 .............. “Be Patient”
Celebrating Stewardship
“Stewardship is primarily God’s economy for the world. Whoever is God’s steward
is on a journey with Jesus Christ to serve God’s redemption of the world in the mani-
fold places where the world is threatened by sin, evil and death….Stewards are not
simply born. We are created and molded as stewards by the Holy Spirit in a lifelong
process that includes conversion to the shape of life we see in Jesus Christ and many
experiences of losing and finding our way in the Way of the Lord.” (M. Douglas
Meeks, in Stepping Stones of The Steward, xiii-xiv)
Tyler Street: Who We Are
Beginning Sunday, October 4, Pastor Ed will lead a new class on the history,
beliefs and mission of the United Methodist Church and Tyler Street. This
four-week class may be helpful to inquisitive visitors and new members, as
well as long time members wanting a refresher.
„ Week 1 (October 4) – Our History
„ Week 2 (October 11) – Our Beliefs
„ Week 3 (October 18) – Our Beliefs
„ Week 4 (October 25) – Our Mission and Ministries
When: October 4 - October 25 (Sunday mornings)
Where: The Wedding Ring Class which meets in Anderson Hall Parlor
Time: 9:40 am – 10:40 am
&
Tyler Street: Who We Are
If interested in attending the October class, please fill out this form and place
it in the offering plates.
Name __________________________________________________________
Mailing address _________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Phone _________________________________________________________
Email __________________________________________________________
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Why I attend Tyler Street
by Susan Remele
The short answer:
I feel it is where God wants me to be.
I have left Tyler Street several times
during my life but have always
returned. God lives and breathes at
Tyler Street and I can always feel his
presence and love. I truly believe God
has blessed Tyler Street more than
we’ll ever know.
The long answer:
I am a Tyler Street baby, born and
raised. Tyler Street is my family. My
Give Them Christ!
“But we preach Christ, crucified.”
– 1 Corinthians 1:23 NIV
John Wesley was mightily used by
God to set off a great revival that
swept England and America. Wesley
realized the Methodist movement in
the American colonies needed able
leadership. He decided to send
Thomas Coke on a ship to his new
assignment. The future of the revival
connections go way back to 1933
when my grandparents came to Tyler
Street (Nelle & Ward Remele) and
my dad (Laird) was 6 years old. My
parents married in 1953 at Tyler
Street and my sisters both attended
TSCA. Having this kind of back-
ground and roots rarely exists today.
I am very proud of my Tyler Street
Christian heritage. The Crosswise
play which I was honored to partici-
pate in, entitled “Stained” pretty
much sums up my years of member-
in America would rest squarely in
the shoulders of Coke. Tradition tells
us that Mr. Wesley spoke only these
three words of instruction to the new
missionary, “Give them Christ!”
Is your spiritual life feeling a little
off-center lately? Perhaps you have
been trifling on tangents. The latest
religious phase or fad will not last.
Jesus is the center of the Christian
ship at Tyler Street; one generation
after another serving God and loving
each other. Although I do not live in
Oak Cliff, the fact that Tyler Street
is in Oak Cliff, makes me extremely
proud; a church with a heart for God
serving Him in the heart of the city.
Our church is almost 100 years old
and I am very proud to be part of its
unbelievable history. I love being
part of the big picture and Tyler
Street is definitely part of God’s big
picture.
life. Make
him the hub
of each day.
If Christ is
the center of
our lives, the
circumfer-
ence will take
care of itself.
– Unknown
John Wesley
July report from missionary David Beevers
Greetings from a much warmer
Bulawayo. It has been a long cold winter for
us this year but at least it is getting warmer.
July has been a very good month for
ministry. The main event was the Davidic
School of Ministry from Australia. Lyn
Keating, the dean of the school, came over
and we team taught, never having met
before. It was absolutely great. We just
flowed together. We had an international
group – one from Malawi, three from
Zambia and three from Zimbabwe. In four
days we completed the first stream – the
overview. Top left: Making out a time line of the life
It was just a bit hectic as I was the host as of David. One of the many activities on
well – which meant organizing the food and the course.
doing the buying, not to mention meeting
the guys as they arrived sometimes very late Top right: L-R Back row: Johnnnn
at night, cold and hungry. One of the pastors
from Zambia arrived around 10:30 p.m. so I
Kiseba, Tristain Lusambo, Nkosilathi
Ndlovu, Nathan Nyorongo. Front row.
brought him home, fed him and put him to Elisha Musoni, Davies Nderema,
bed. The next night, two more arrived late Vulindlela Ndlovu, Lyn Keating.
so I bought them pies and coke before
taking them to the conference centre. All Bottom: Graduates with their certificates
the guys did very well, absorbing the at the end of the course.
teaching and being fully involved in the
activities. It was pretty intensive – from
0845 to 2100 most days. Not much time for
anything else. We really got to see the heart
Alpha is a ten-week introduction to the Christian faith. Alpha
of David and the heart of God. stands for:
The Davidic School of Ministry kicks off n Anyone can come. Anyone interested in finding out
in Zimbabwe next month and two more
more about the Christian faith is welcome.
should be on stream by the end of the year.
The approach is very different from most n Learning and laughter. Join others in a relaxed

Summer Is Over…. schools as it is a school of the Spirit and

But it was a good one! School is finally here
(insert collective groaning here) but its not too
late to take one last look back at the final weeks
of summer. July 29th – August 1st many youth
attended IMPACT Camp at Camp Bridgeport. The
theme was “Peace, Love, Guts” and was centered
around overcoming our fears as Christians. While
there, the youth engaged in daily worship, devo-
tion, and small group discussion. The very next
week the youth had their annual Youth Week
where each night a different fellowship event was
held. Various youth pastors from around the area
came and spoke. Afterwards the youth engaged in
activities such as roller skating, a mall man hunt,
and a movie night. The week ended with a laser
tag lock-in (see picture at left). It was a great way
to close out an eventful summer.
carries no academic qualification.
atmosphere.
n Pasta (or other great food.) Each weekly session begins with
Tuesday I leave for Gwanda South for
our pastors conference followed by church a home-cooked meal.
conference over the weekend. We are really n Helping one-another. Dinner is followed by a large
looking forward to it as we did not have one
group presentation and then a small group discussion.
last year due to the death of my wife, Nola,
n Ask anything. Here’s your chance to ask your questions and express your opinions.
and me being in England.
I leave England October 14 for Canada Come learn more at our Introductory Dinner on Monday, September 14 @
and the USA. I will be traveling for the next
8 weeks visiting Wilmington, DE, Colorado,
7:00 in Yeats Hall. Please RSVP below so we can prepare enough food.
Wyoming, South Dakota, Atlanta, Houston, &
Port Lavaca and Dallas. If you are anywhere Alpha RSVP
near the route and would like to be in
contact or see me, please email as soon as Name(s): _______________________________________________________
possible at dbeevers@yoafrica.com.
Phone and/or e-mail: ______________________________________________
It has been a busy time in Bulawayo,
preaching and counselling. I will be in ______ Yes- save me a seat at the table for the Introductory Dinner
England again for Christmas staying with
Darren and Cheryl. ______ Go ahead and register me for the Alpha Course
The Lord bless you all.
In His service, David Beevers I need childcare for ______ children, age(s) _____________________

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