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Southwest Texas news
bullet Ash Wednesday starts Lent, UM preparations for Easter
bullet McAllen superintendent moving to Austin District
bullet UMs to gather at 11 sites to see webcast on plans
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Programs at 2 churches try to explain Lent to children
Gathering to explore how churches form Christian faith
Universal City UM consecrated as area’s first certified lay minister
Ads set backdrop for invitation Sunday
Lay leaders consider disaster planning
Other news

Austin District news
District men plan spring, summer events
Dream Center needs donations for food pantry, men’s shelter
Training in Godly Play offered through accreditation workshop
2 seek summer youth posts
District happenings
District calendar



News in brief

Commentary

We should welcome everyone into our congregations
Letters to the editor

Across the denomination
High-tech lessons meant to attract kids
Grants help Louisiana students displaced by Katrina


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