Feast of Tabernacles 2008
Kerrville Texas
United Church of God

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Past Information from FOT 2008:

2008_Festival Schedule - and Announcements - Kerrville, TX
(Revised 7/31/2008)

 

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2008 Ticket Order Form - Kerrville, TX

Please open the PDF Ticket Order Form (link above), fill it out, print it, and mail it with your check to:

Festival Activity c/o Laura Richey
2083 Wimpole Court
Roanoke, TX 76262

Tickets need to be picked up from the ticket table located: Inn of the Hills Ball Room Lobby on Monday, Oct 13th, between 4 & 6:30 pm. Ticket order form must be postmarked by Monday, Sep 22nd .

You may also email activity questions to Laura Richey at laura.richey [at] winfg.com

The pre-purchasing of tickets is very important. Some activities may be sold out and priority will be given to the postmark of returned activity forms with payment enclosed.

Planned Activities:

• Family Day: Farm Country Club Bar BQ www.farmcc.com
• Country Western Family Dance
• Senior Citizens’ Luncheon 
• Festival Youth Instruction (FYI)
• Teen Hospitality
• Singles Hospitality
• Teen Activity

Area Attractions:

• Fiesta Texas
• Sea World.
• Winery tours
• Wine tasting
• Fredericksburg
• LBJ Ranch tours
• San Antonio

Special Music:

Singers and musicians are welcomed to participate in our special music program. Please contact Janel Johnson (buckeyenell [at] roadrunner.com) to volunteer for any or all of the following:  adult choir, teen choir, vocal or instrumental solos (on an audition-only basis), or for instrumental back-up of daily hymns.  Even if you have completed and mailed the Musician Database form, please reconfirm [by email] your intent to participate.  Male voice parts (tenor and bass) are of critical need for the adult choir.  Also, teens: we’d love to have you join with the adult choir or, if there are enough volunteers, we’ll perform one teen choir selection during the Feast.  Please spread the word among your friends and then contact Janel Johnson for further information.  Music selection is in process, so please don’t delay!

Audio/Visual:

We are in need of volunteers to assist in this important area. We need volunteers to help with the sound board, video camera, taping, and all aspects of audio/visual. Please contact Dan Richey directly at (dan.richey [at] winfg.com) to volunteer.

Description of Festival Activities

1. Family Country Western Dance:  Tuesday, October 14th from 7:30-10:30 pm,  located in the North  Ballroom of the Inn of the Hills Resort & Conference Center, 1001 Junction Hwy Kerrville, TX  78028,  (830) 895-5000  or 1-800-292-5690.  

• Boots, Buckles and Cowboy Hats.  Everyone is welcome to dress in their Texas Country Fashions and join in the fun of a genuine Texas Country Western Dance.  It will be a wonderful way to start the Feast and fellowship with God’s people.  A local professional band will perform, cash bar and light snacks will be provided.   Adults $5, 11 yrs and under FREE!

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2. Farm Country Club Bar BQ (Family Day Activity): ***You MUST order tickets BEFORE the Feast for this event! No tickets will be available at the Feast***

• Thursday, October 16th from 3:30-9:30 located at the Farm Country Club in Bandera, Texas. http://www.farmcc.com/location.htm- link for directions!
• All are invited to spend the late afternoon and evening at the Farm Country Club just 20 minutes from Kerrville and situated on a 365- acre working stock farm that has been in the same family over 150 years. A meal offering Bar BQ Brisket and chicken with all the fixins will be served at 5:30 in the open air covered-12,500 ft pavilion.  A nationally renowned professional roper will entertain. Other activities available are: hayrides, swimming, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball, foosball, shuffleboard, ping-pong and billiards (activities are subject to change). Adults $15; Senior Citizen’s $10, ages 4-10, $10; Age 3 & under free.

3. Senior Citizens/Elders Luncheon: Friday, October 17th at 12:30-2:30 located in the Blue Bonnet Room of Inn of the Hills Resort & Conference Center, 1001 Junction Hwy Kerrville, TX  78028,  (830) 895-5000  or 1-800-292-5690.

• A special luncheon for our much appreciated senior citizens, ages 65 and over and their spouses.  Seniors & spouses are free, but you must order your ticket by filling out and mailing the attached form. Elders & spouses under age 65, $10.  It is very important that you return this form with payment if you wish to attend.

4. Teen Pizza & Bowling:  Wednesday, October 15th from 12:30-3:30

• Pizza will be served in the Teen Room (Casa 340) at the Inn of the Hills, followed by bowling at the Family Sports Center next door (1107 Junction Hwy) phone 830-895-5555. Parents drop off and pick up their teens.  7th Grade – 19 years old  $5.

Please Note:
• Tickets are non-refundable. (Sorry, but the activities are pre-booked & pre-paid in many cases.)
• Your order must be postmarked no later than 9/22/08 to be processed before the Feast. IF any tickets remain,    
   they may be purchased at the Ticket Table on Monday Oct 13th.
• You can also find these forms on online at http://www.ucgfortworth.org/kerrville/

San Antonio :

• The Paseo del Rio (River Walk) – (78205) in the heart of downtown. Cobblestone walkways lead visitors to the river-level restaurants and shops. Along the horseshoe shaped river bend, the river is shaded by towering cypresses, oaks and willows and bordered by gardens of flowering ornamental plants. River cruisers travel the River Walk’s three miles past unique retail shops, restaurants and nightclubs. See Yanaguana Cruises, listed alphabetically. 210-227-4262 www.sanantoniocvb.com (Official visitors website) http://www.sanantonioriverwalk.com/index.html

• The Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza (78205) -- call 210-225-1391 ext. 34. . On the east side of Alamo Plaza is the most famous spot in Texas where 189 defenders fell on March 6, 1836, after repeated attacks by Mexican General Santa Anna’s army. Mission San Antonio de Valero (The Alamo) was established in 1718 as the city’s first mission. The Alamo is located in the heart of the city, inside beautifully landscaped grounds. Hours: 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sunday. Admission Free: donations accepted. Call for more information.) http://www.sanantonioriverwalk.com/tourism_taxi.html Airport Shuttle (210) 281-9900; Alamo Taxi Service (210) 366-2233

• San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium (open 365 days a year) Information (210) 734-7183

• Brackenridge Park Railroad 3535 Avenue B San Antonio, Texas (210) 829-3772

The largest park in San Antonio is Brackenridge Park. This park houses the Brackenridge Park Carousel, which features 60 antique Bradley-Kay horses manufactured in Wichita, Kansas; The Brackenridge Park Railroad, a miniature railway that runs 3 1/2 miles through the park. There are three trains, all replicas of the 1863 Central Pacific Huntington steam locomotive. The Brackenridge Park Skyride (opposite Zoo entrance.), which uses Swiss manufactured cable cars to provide a panoramic view of the park and the best view of the San Antonio skyline. The Brackenridge Park Japanese Tea Gardens at the northwestern edge of Brackenridge Park, consists of winding walkways, stone bridges and tranquil pools in a lush year 'round garden. These gardens are located in an old rock quarry, which produced the limestone used to build the State Capitol in Austin and many of the homes in San Antonio. The outstanding floral displays feature a wide variety of plants from hibiscus to copper plants to ornamental cabbage. Irregular shaped ponds with giant goldfish and water lilies reflect flashes of color from the plants and trees. Pebble pathways and bridges guide visitors throughout the gardens. A waterfall drops 60 feet from a high cliff into a pool. The Brackenridge Paddle Boats allow you to cruise the river at your own pace.

• Tower of The Americas -- 600 HemisFair Park • San Antonio • TX 78205 Phone: (210) 223-3101

The Tower, 750 ft. tall, offers a panoramic view of San Antonio and the surrounding area. Glass-walled elevators ascend over 500 feet to the restaurant and observation level. It was the theme structure for HemisFair in 1968, and symbolizes the progress made by the confluence of civilizations in the Western Hemisphere. Landry’s Restaurants now has a new upscale eatery, banquet facility and a Texas-themed 4-D, multi-sensory theater.

• Six Flags Fiesta Texas (210-697-5050) Location: 17000 IH-10 West, San Antonio, TX 78257. Located 15 minutes from downtown at I-10 West and Loop 1604, take exit 555. You can buy tickets online -- see web site for details and prices). Open noon to 7 on Sun Oct 8 and 15, closed weekdays in October, and there is usually a strong Halloween theme.

• Sea World (800) 700-7786 Location: 10500 SeaWorld Drive , San Antonio, Texas 78251 . SeaWorld San Antonio is located at the intersection of Ellison Drive and Westover Hills Boulevard, just off State Highway 151 between Loop 410 and Loop 1604, 16 miles northwest of downtown San Antonio. Numerous directional signs are visible. Open 10 to 9 on Sunday October 8 and 15, closed on weekdays otherwise; and usually there is a strong Halloween theme.

Fredericksburg Area

• Visitor Site - email: cvbadmin@fredericksburg-texas.com or call (830)997-6523 or 1-888-997-3600 (toll-free in the U.S.)

• Grape Creek Country Market (10618 Hwy. 290 E., Fredericksburg, 830/990-4021) visit the shops and grounds.

The newest shopping development along 290 West between Johnson City and Fredericksburg, Grape Creek features a large garden shop and plant nursery, gasoline pumps, a very good barbecue joint, a meat market, a gift shop full of Texas-style tourist trinkets, and a wine store filled with a stock that reflects its location in the heart of the Texas wine country.

• Becker Vineyards Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-- 5p.m; Friday and Saturday 10 am-6 pm; and Sundays from noon--6 p.m. and is located 10 miles east of Fredericksburg and 3 miles west of Stonewall, off Highway 290 on Jenschke Lane.

•  State Parks in the Hill Country

• Admiral Nimitz State Historic Site - National Museum of the Pacific War. P O Box 777, Fredericksburg TX

78624. Phone: 830/997-4379 email: Nimitz@tpwd.state.tx.us . .

• Lyndon B. Johnson State Historical Park. P O Box 238, Stonewall TX 78671, 830/644-2252 (See also http://www.nps.gov/lyjo/Home.htm for the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historic Park in the same area.)

America’s Best Value
(830) 896-8200
(800) 219-8158
(830) 792-3592
1804 Sidney Baker St.
Kerrville, TX 78028
$300 1 bed for 8 nights
$50 1 bed, extra night
$340 2 beds for 8 nights
$60 2 beds, extra night
Features: h, r, sf, l, op, kq, ac, fw (lobby),
microwave, refrigerator, cb, 3.5 miles from
site, 16 units available

Best Western Sunday House Inn
(830) 896-1313
(800) 677-9477
(830) 896-1336 fax
www.bestwestern.com
2124 Sidney Baker St.
Kerrville, TX 78028
$67 1-2 people, standard
$72 1-2 people, king deluxe
$85 1-5 people, family room
Features: h, r, sf, l, ip, op, kq, ac, free Internet
access, large rooms, full hot breakfast
included, U18F, 4 miles from site, 50 units
available

Hillcrest Inn
(830) 896-7400
(830) 896-7403 fax
Hillryder@aol.com
hillcrestinn@windstream.net
1508 Sidney Baker St.
Kerrville, TX 78028
$35 1 bed
$37 2 beds
$50 1-bedroom kitchen unit, 1-4 people
Features: h, k, sf, l, kq, ac, or (send e-mail),
yu, no phone reservations before Aug. 1 and
no early housing calls, 3 miles from site

Holiday Inn Express
(830) 895-9500
(800) 404-4125
(830) 896-1336 fax
www.hiexpress.com
2114 Sidney Baker St.
Kerrville, TX 78028
$77 1-2 people
$89 1-bedroom suite, king or double,
1-4 people
Features: h, r, sf, l, hr, ip, op, kq, ac, s, e, fw,
cb, 4 miles from site, 40 units available

Hunter House Inn and Suites
(830) 367-2377
(800) 655-2377
(830) 367-4368 fax
www.hunterhouseinnandsuites.com
314 Hwy. 39 W.
Ingram, TX 78025
$45 1-2 people
$75 2 bedrooms, 2-6 people
(no maid service)
Features: h, k, r, sf, op, ac, fw, motel rooms
have microwave/refrigerator/coffeemaker,
rates based on 7-night minimum, pets
allowed at additional charge, 5 miles from
site, 16 units available

Motel 6
(830) 257-1500
(830) 257-2700 fax
www.motel6.com
1810 Sidney Baker St.
Kerrville, TX 78028
$40 1-2 people
Features: h, r, sf, l, op, kq, ac, fw, microwave,
refrigerator, maximum two people
per room, rates based on 7-night minimum
stay, 4 miles from site, 25 units available

River Inn Resort
(830) 238-4226
(800) 841-0501
(830) 238-3015 fax
www.riverinnresort.com
2960 Hwy. 39
Hunt, TX 78024
$75 studio or 1-bedroom, 1-4 people
$105 2-bedrooms, 2-6 people
Features: a, p, wf, kq (queens), ac, fw, n,
$25 cancellation fee, 30-minute drive to
services, 19 miles from site, 15 units available

Roddy Tree Ranch
(830) 367-2871
(800) 309-9868
(830) 367-2872 fax
www.roddytree.com
P.O. Box 820
Hunt, TX 78024
$80 1 bedroom
$80-160 2 bedrooms
$128-200 3 bedrooms
$160-175 4 bedrooms
Features: a, st, p, wf, op, kq, ac, fw (by
pool), n, rates based on 7-night minimum,
7 miles from site, 16 units available

Sundown River Resort B&B
(830) 238-4169
(888) 207-9491
www.thesundown.com
Rt. 2, Box 263A
Hunt, TX 78024
$124 1 bedroom, 1-4 people
$152 2 bedrooms, 2-6 people
Features: st, p, wf, kq, ac, or, full breakfast,
riverfront dock, free canoeing and
kayaking, 17 miles from site, 4 units
available

Sunset Inn B&B
(830) 866-3336
(877) 739-1214
(830) 866-3445 fax
www.sunsetinn-studio.com
124 Oehler Rd.
Ingram, TX 78025
$55 1-2 people
Features: l, kq, ac, $8 per person for full
breakfast, $4 for lite breakfast, no children,
17 miles from site, 3 units available

Whitten Inn
(830) 896-1511
(877) 896-1511
(830) 896-1556 fax
2127 Sidney Baker St.
Kerrville, TX 78028
$45 1-2 people
Features: h, sf, op, kq, ac, fw, or, microwave,
refrigerator, U18F, cb, 4 miles from
site, 30 units available

a Apartment/condominium
ac Air conditioning
c Campground
cb Continental breakfast included
d Dump station
e Elevator
ec Electric
fw Free wireless
h Hotel/motel
hr Equipped for the handicapped

sf Shopping facilities nearby
st Steep grades or many steps
sw Sewer
te Tent facilities
UF Children under specified age are free
w In walking distance of meeting facility
wa Water
wf Waterfront
yl Provide your own linen
yu Provide your own kitchen utensils

Kerrville offers a wonderful taste of the Texas Hill Country. The accommodations are first-rate, the scenery is definitely southwestern and the people are friendly.  The festival site is located in the Texas Hill Country; where sparkling spring-fed creeks meander through the rugged terrain and rolling hills of the Guadalupe River Valley.   We have reserved the “Inn of the Hills Conference and Resort” www.innofthehills.com located in the heart of the Hill Country. 

Having exclusive use of the conference resort will give us unlimited opportunities for intimate fellowship and activities.  Most of the additional housing is available within three miles of the festival site.  With so many of our members staying on property or within a short drive, and our exclusive use of the meeting rooms, we plan to offer special venues for teens, singles, young adults and senior citizens.  Services will be held in the beautiful 1,100-seat ballroom. 

San Antonio is only one hour away via direct interstate hi way.  A trip to San Antonio will give our brethren the opportunity to visit the famous “River Walk”, River Walk Mall, the Alamo, and other popular sites.

The Kerrville area offers 16 wineries that are located within an hour’s drive of the resort. Historic Fredericksburg, with its German heritage and over 150 shops and boutiques, is only a few miles away. 

Kerrville’s river front location lends itself to a variety of water-oriented recreational activities; canoeing, kayaking, tubing, fishing, swimming or waterside family picnicking.  Numerous antique shops, contemporary art galleries and boutiques as well as two challenging golf courses add to Kerrville’s appeal.  Kerrville also offers a 4 star style restaurant for the gourmet.

The “Inn of the Hills Conference Resort” has a beautiful courtyard with pool and spa.  Its onsite restaurant, “Alpine Lodge”, has seating for 160 with the “Inn Pub” open nightly offering live entertainment.

Complimentary membership to “The Family Sports Center” located just across the street, is available to those staying on property.  This facility has an indoor pool, lap pool, basketball, racquetball and volleyball courts, weightlifting center, sauna, a 16-lane bowling alley and other amenities.

With all of its out-of-the-way charm, Kerrville is only one hour from beautiful San Antonio, only 1-½ hours from Austin, 4 hours from Houston and 5 hours from the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. The elevation is 1,645 feet with mild climate and weather averaging a high of 80 and low of 52.

Visit our Web site at www.ucgfortworth.org/kerrville/ for additional information and updates. Make plans now to experience God’s Feast in the Texas hill country!

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Location of Services: Inn of the Hills, 1001 Junction Hwy., Kerrville, Texas.

First Service: Opening Night service will be at 7: 30 pm on Monday evening, October 13th

Room tax is 13 percent.

Britton M. Taylor

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About the United Church of God...

The United Church of God, an International Association, has ministers and congregations throughout much of the world. We trace our origins to the Church that Jesus founded in the early first century. We seek to follow the same teachings, doctrines and practices established then. Our commission is to proclaim the gospel of the coming Kingdom of God to all the world as a witness and to teach all nations to observe what Christ commanded (Matthew 24:14; 28:19-20).

The Feast of Tabernacles is one of seven annual festivals given by God to ancient Israel that were kept by Jesus Christ, the apostles and the New Testament Church (Leviticus 23:39-43; John 7:1-14). The Feast of Tabernacles will be observed by all mankind during Christ’s 1,000-year reign on earth, which it pictures (Zechariah 14:16-19; Revelation 20:4). At that time, the many prophecies of an unprecedented time of peace and prosperity will be fulfilled (Isaiah 2:2-4; 11:1-9; 35:1-10).

If you’d like to know more about the Feast of Tabernacles and the other festivals, you may request a free copy of the booklet God’s Holy Day Plan. You can request, download or read a copy through our Web site at www.ucg.org.