I received news that Wolfdancer, the resort course at Lost Pines and the scene
of our Fall 2008 tournament, has discontinued their Forecaddie program.

On the positive side, that lowers the cost considerably for playing this
challenging course. On the negative side it could mean higher scores and a few
more lost balls for those who haven't played it several times.

According to course management they are equipping all carts with
state-of-the-art GPS systems, so at least we'll have accurate yardage readings.
Won't do much for lost balls, however.

Note that we're only 4.5 months away from our Spring tournament. Nothing has
been planned yet, but it's not to soon to start thinking about it.

Have a blessed Thanksgiving everyone.

Chuck

Hey Everyone - Pat Kennar is going to get a quick Ultimate training session
going Nov 8th after services (1:30'ish) at Gateway, then we'll have play some
pick-up games.

For more info, Pat's contact info is: pat.kannar@....

For the general Gateway Sports updates, we're going to be communicating more
through the 'Gateway Sports and Rec' Facebook page vs. the YahooGroups.  Just do
a quick search and you'll be able to find it (Gateway Sports and Rec).

Regarding Golf updates, we'll continue to use this Group.


Thanks,
Todd
Gateway Sports
789-9658

The Samaritan Center (counseling and pastoral care)is holding their annual
charity golf tournament on October 5 at Twin Creeks country club.

Ministers golf free!!  Church teams are encouraged, but individuals welcome.

Golf, prizes, snacks and awards dinner all included for $200 per person.

More info available at www.samaritan-center.org . If you're interested in
forming a Gateway team, email me directly.

You might ask if Gateway is having a tournament this fall, as in the past.
Regrettably, the answer appears to be no. My last attempt to spark some interest
was met with indifference. So, we'll set our sights on Spring, but the Samaritan
Center event provides an opportunity to play a great course and support a good
cause.

Chuck
Golf Moderator and Sports Communication

So, the theme this year could be "Putting Greens for Salad Greens", or "Birdies
for Broccoli", or ....

chuck

I received this note from Todd Carlson, head of Sports Ministry:

Hey Chuck- what do you think about doing the fundraiser for a sand volleyball
court and build a garden at Gateway? The garden will help feed the homeless at
the food pantry. The vb court will help Gateway connect and hang out as a
family.

If anyone is planning a trip to Oregon and wants some advice on courses to play
I'll be happy to provide some guidance.

The central Oregon area around Bend and Redmond is a golfer's paradise. It is
one of my favorite golf destinations.

Yes, the temp is still 100 degrees. Yes, it is still August. But calendars don't
lie. October will be here before we know it, and that means it's time to start
planning our Fall charity event.

I'd like to see the next tournament scheduled for late October, before daylight
savings ends and on a day when UT doesn't have a home game.

Let the ideas and volunteerism flow. All the folks who want to work on the
planning committee should contact me.

Cheers,

Chuck

Gateway Golf members,

Today an inappropriate message with subject line "Clinton is . . . Satan" was
posted to our group. As the moderator for the group I immediately removed the
message from the archive and removed the sender from our member list.

Fortunately, our Group experiences very few episodes like this. I can only
recall 2-3 in over two years that I've been moderating the Group.

Chuck
Group Moderator

Hi Everyone,

There has been a change to 2 of the Sports leagues.  Also, I have included
information about a Great Leadership Conference in the 2nd bullet point.

1 - There has been a change to the days for Co-ed Softball and Men's Basketball.

Co-ed Softball is now on Tuesdays.
Men's Basketball is now on Thursdays.

You can register to play at www.gatewaychurch.com/sports.

Feel free to e-mail sports@... with any questions.

2 - There is a fantastic Leadership Conference

So you `Still Haven't Found what You're Looking For' in growing personally as a
leader?
Join us as we co-host `The Leadership Summit' 2009
August 6th and 7th – Thursday and Friday 8am to 5pm
Gateway discount pricing ($50 off the regular price) is $135

Join us for this year's Leadership Summit 2009.  Hear from U2 front man Bono,
together with other world-class influencers, about their compelling vision for
how the church can lead through these troubled times.  What opportunities exist?
What leadership development do we need?  How can we re-shape culture through our
leadership?  The 2009 faculty of leaders will stretch your thinking and deliver
practical skills to help you navigate the shifting realities of your world.

The Leadership Summit Faculty Includes:
·         Bill Hybels – Senior Pastor of WillowCreek Community Church.
·         David Gergen – Political Analyst for CNN and PBS and former White
House advisor to four U.S. Presidents.
·         Jessica Jackley – Co-Founder of Kiva.org the world's first
peer-to-peer micro-lending website.
·         Tim Keller – Senior Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church of NY.
·         Chip Heath – Professor at Stanford's Graduate School of Business.
·         Wes Stafford – President of Compassion International which serves one
million children  in 24 countries.
·         Others…

This is a great event for anyone at Gateway in a role of influence in the
church, the workplace or the community who want to sharpen their leadership
edge.  At the conference site we will have time to gather everyone from Gateway
to process what we are hearing.  As the co-host of this event, with Westlake
Hills Presbyterian Church (the Austin satellite location), we get a significant
registration discount.  Take advantage of this discount by registering from the
Gateway homepage using the promo code:  LEAD2009.

Register at www.GatewayChurch.com using the promo code: LEAD2009

See you at the Leadership Summit 2009!!!


Thanks
Todd
Gateway Sports
789-9658

Hey Everyone,

The Summer Sports League registrations are now available for Men's Flag
Football, Men's Basketball, Softball (Mens and Co-Ed), and Co-Ed Volleyball.

Below are the links to register. If you are currently on a team, please get the
link to register from your coach to remain on that team.

Each sport will be played at the Hyde Park Quarries (Mopac/Braker area).  The
Men's basketball also uses a second gym around 45th/Guadelupe.


Co-ed Volleyball (Monday evenings) http://tinyurl.com/ls2g4v

Men's Softball (Monday evenings) http://tinyurl.com/mww3un

Basketball (Tuesday evenings) http://tinyurl.com/lecemj

Co-ed Softball (Thursday evenings) http://tinyurl.com/kraxlo

Flag Football (Saturday mornings) http://tinyurl.com/nq7v96

Please e-mail sports@... with any additional questions.

PS - If you wish to receive general Sports information, please get on the
General Sports Gateway Yahoo Group by scrolling to the bottom of the following
link: www.gatewaychurch.com/sports.

Thanks Todd
Gateway Sports
789-9658

Hey Everyone,

I wanted to share with you that there is already a group of 30 people from
Gateway who are attending next Tuesday's baseball game.  Our group box seat
tickets are 1/2 price, so they are just $6 a piece.

If you're interested in attending, please contact Lisa Hackbarth at
lisa.hackbarth@....
She can hook you up with tickets.  The ticket deadline is tomorrow, so get with
her quickly.  She has set up a PayPal account that you can use on-line.

I'm looking forward to seeing you out there.  I'm taking the family.

ps - For those on my basketball team, we have a 'bye' next week so we can make
the Express game.


Thanks
Todd
789-9658

Hey Everyone,   I wanted to share with you a few things:  1 - We have a
General Gateway Sports YahooGroup that will give you updates on all the
sports. You can join atwww.gatewaychurch.com/sport s then scroll to the
bottom and plug in your e-mail. Another way you could join is by
clicking on the following link:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GatewaySports/join We will use this
General YahooGroup for information about all sports activities and will
be limiting this group to Basketball   2 - We are having Dudefest next
weekend (June 19-20) at the Hidden Falls Adventure Park in Marble Falls
(just 45 minutes away). To see a small piece of what goes on at
Dudefest, just watch this video. I'll be there and want to personally
invite you to join me. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEI7i8GqhlU  There
will be Ammo, Bows, Mountain Bikes, Fishing, and so many other trade
group areas that you can learn. If you have any questions about
Dudefest, just contact Nate at flyingsalmon@... 3 - How about that
Orlando Magic team last night?   Thanks,  Todd  Gateway Sports 789-9658

The competition was keen. The flight of the ball erratic. The Texas wind was
fickle. The live oaks along the fairway were, well, lively.

But at the end of the day one group was to overcome the elements and their own
skill level to emerge victorious.

I am pleased to say the Martinez-Gray-Besondy team placed first.
Not to be outdone, Greg Hultman won the prize for closest to pin.

The real winners of course are the hundreds of people that depend on the Gateway
Food Pantry every month.

Our humble tournament will contribute $357 to the food pantry.

A special thanks to Tom Ritter and Ray James who planned the tournament this
year.

Talk is already underway for a Fall tournament in the September / October time
frame. Watch your email for announcement.

Chuck
Golf Guy, Sports Communications

Sent from my BlackBerry® smartphone with SprintSpeed

Heads us. A slight time change for Saturday's tournament. Our first tee time is
2:37, therefore please check in by 1:30.  This also means we won't be finishing
until well-after 7pm, so let your families know you'll be home late for dinner.

If you haven't registered yet there is still time to register. We're holding
registrations open for another 24 hours. Details and registration link are at
www.gatewaychurch.com/sports


Questions? Contact me directly at cbesondy@... or 695-2431

Chuck

Our Golf Tournament benefiting the Gateway food pantry is a week away.

If you have registered watch your email late next week for team assignments.

If you haven't registered today is the perfect day to do so. June 1 is the
deadline.

Just look for the golf tournament announcement at www.gatewaychurch.com/sports 
There's a link in the article to the registration page.

If you have questions just let me know directly at cbesondy@..., or
695-2431


Chuck

Hey Everyone,

Here are some opportunities from the CLC (Christian Life Center) at the Quarries
which is where we play our indoor sports leagues.

Summer is here, so come out and play! We have some exciting events for adults to
kick off summer this at the Quarries!

1. A new session of Quarries Tennis starts this Thursday. ALL skill levels -
beginner to advanced - we have a "fun in the sun" workout for you!  Cardio
Tennis, Group Lessons, semi-private, and private-lessons are available. Check
out the website for more details and registration. email if you have any
questions: 10SMinistry@....

2. Relive your playground days and come play some DODGEBALL! Get a team of 6-8
(including 1 female) and register online. We are waiving the late fee, but
Thursday will be the last day to register for all teams. All registration is
online. Cost is $125/team and includes 3 game minimum, prizes, and meal. All
proceeds go to our Quarries youth scholarship fund.

3. Don't like working out alone? Come join our fun fitness classes! We have
great instructors who will motivate and encourage you. Our summer session starts
June 1st and our class listings are all online. Not a member of the CLC? It's
okay! You can still get a class punch card for 10 classes for $30. No other gym
offers a deal like that!

Find details for all these activities and more online at www.hpbc.org/quarries.

We hope to see you here soon!
Many Blessings,
Your Quarries Staff

Upcoming Events for Recreation Ministry:

Smash Your Face Dodgeball Tourney
Date(s): May 30 2009
Time(s): Saturday, 1:00p - 6:00p
Description: Registration for Smash Your Face Dodgeball Tournament


Cardio Tennis
Date(s): Jun 1 2009
Time(s): varied
Description: The Cardio class is a 1-hour recreational class with heart rate
monitors (we provide), music, and fun. You'll get as much of a workout as you
want to put into it. The skill level is from a Mid-Beginner to Advanced level
players. You can sign up for Monday or Thursday or both days.


Camp Quarry Lake
Date(s): Jun 8 2009
Time(s): 9:00a - 5:00p
Description: Registration for Camp Quarry Lake weekly options

Ahh, the registrations are pouring in. That's a good sign. However, I'm partial
to the players who wait until the last minute to register because they pay $10
more and that's $10 more for charity. Bless the procrastinaters. :-)

Register now for the June 6 golf tournament at Forest Creek Golf Club. Save $10
per person by registering before May 20.

www.gatewaychurch.com/sports

We're structuring teams so that everyone has an equal chance of winning.

If you've played in one of our tournaments before you know they are a lot of fun
for golfers of all playing abilities. Proceeds are being directed this year to
the Gateway food pantry that supplies food for hundreds of local families every
month.

If you have questions please contact me directly.

Chuck Besondy
cbesondy@...

Register now for the June 6 golf tournament at Forest Creek Golf Club. Save $10
per person by registering before May 20.

www.gatewaychurch.com/sports

We're structuring teams so that everyone has an equal chance of winning.

If you've played in one of our tournaments before you know they are a lot of fun
for golfers of all playing abilities. Proceeds are being directed this year to
the Gateway food pantry that supplies food for hundreds of local families every
month.

If you have questions please contact me directly.


Chuck
cbesondy@...