Church staff 

Matthew 2:1-12 was the text & “Expect Enemies” was the topic of Rev David Diller’s communion meditation.  The Good News of God’s love for us at Christmas has a dark side.   The wise will always come seeking Jesus, but wisdom reminds us to always remember not everyone will hear the Good News we hear.   Some will oppose us. 

There’s a built-in conflict between what God wants & what those in power want.   While every human heart longs for the Good News of God’s love, the structures of our world are usually designed to resist the new way of life Jesus offers.   Jesus says we are to love our enemies, but to be wise as serpents & innocent as doves in dealing with them.

Payne Springs UMC hosts a Walk to Emmaus reunion group every Tue at 5 pm.   Meetings are open & everyone is invited to bring a snack supper & join us.  

United Methodist Women meet at 9:30 am on Monday, January 12.   United Methodist Men meet at 6:30 pm on January 21.

All are welcome to join us for Disciple Bible Study in 2009.  Classes resume January 22 as we continue looking into the story of the early Church.
         
            Payne Springs UMC is a caring church family learning to follow Jesus. Our purpose is to help every person grow to full maturity in the image of Jesus Christ in the twenty-first century. With open hearts, open minds, and open doors, we combine both traditional & contemporary styles. We invite you to come learn about God and Jesus, the Bible and the Church each week. Sunday school is from 9-10am. At 10am coffee, juice, & snacks are served in Fellowship Hall. Worship is from 10:30-11:30am. Nursery care is provided. Sunday evenings we invite you to an in-depth study of Matthew at 5 pm. If you have questions or need directions, call our church office at (903) 451-2978 or go to www.paynespringsumc.  Or http://www.paynespringsumc.org.

            Those who are wise will respond to Jesus, begin to live a new life, give generously, & never stop loving, praying even for their enemies.