Share God's Love - Live God's Word - Grow God's Kingdom

Todd Jordan
Dear

In this fifth and final week of our Transitions Sermon Series, my message will be

"Learning to Trust" (Exodus 40:34-38). As we wrap up this series, please consider helping to host families who are working to transition from homelessness. Strawbridge will be the home for these families during the week of Spring Break (March 9-16).  

 

See you Sunday,

 

Dr. Todd Jordan,

Senior Pastor 

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In This Issue
Girl Scout Sunday
Coffee With Pastors
Birthdays
New Study
Stephen Ministry
It's Here!
Mission Presentations
Wednesdays in Lent
Lenten Sermon Series
Register Your Child
Ministry Grants
Help Homeless Families
Habitat 2014
VBS
Monday Bible Study
Girl Scout Sunday

Sunday, March 9

all Girl Scouts are invited to wear their uniforms

and be recognized during services.  

 
Coffee With Pastors
Coffee with Pastors

Coffee with the Pastors Resumes March 9

All are invited to Pastor's Todd's office for coffee and

conversation with the pastors at 10:05 a.m.

 

 
Blessings on Your Day!

3/2  Kelle Yoder
3/2  Cari Greenley

3/2  Paul Hulse

3/2  Holly Knight

3/2  Aiden Lewis

3/3  Christopher Dickson

3/3  Jonathan Yokley

3/3  Christopher Yokley

3/4  Steven Paradysz

3/4  Jaxon Pappas

3/5  Elena Stivers

3/5  Charles Burnett

3/6  Nora Armistead

3/6  Wil Allen

3/6  Audrey Jagodzinske

3/7  Christen Murphy

3/7  Jeff Trambaugh

3/7  Ashlyn Smith

3/7  Hillary Cuda

3/8  Brian McLeland

3/8  Zachary Danz

3/8  Bill McCabe  

Next Short-Term Study

Beginning Sunday, March 2 at 10:05 a.m. in room 208

"What's So Amazing About Grace?"

Following the 3 Simple Rules to do no harm, do good, and stay in love with God requires lots of Grace. This discussion based class will challenge us to look at the radical and life-changing ways that Grace finds us, and the way that its power can change our lives and the life of the church. Contact trish.king@strawbridge-umc.org.


Did You Know?
Stephen Ministry
Specially trained Stephen Ministers are available to provide support through one-to-one confidential, caring relationships with anyone who is experiencing a life crisis, or perhaps just needs to talk through a life situation.A Stephen Minister is ready and waiting to share this Christian caring relationship with you or someone you know. Please contact Pastor Beth.
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It's Here!
Smell The Aroma 

This Sunday, skip Starbucks and follow your nose to premium coffee at Strawbridge.
Grounds for Change gourmet coffee is Fair Trade Certified, Organic Certified, shade grown and fresh roasted.
Mission Presentations
Star of Hope

Star of Hope representative will give a presentation in the Activity Center This Sunday, March 2 at 10:05 a.m. Star of Hope is dedicated to meeting the needs of homeless men, women, and children.  

 

Mission Milby

  

The Director of Mission Milbywill give a presentation in the Activity Center Sunday, March 16 at 10:05 a.m.  

Wednesdays in Lent
 

24 Hours That Changed the World

by Adam Hamilton

 

Wednesday Evenings at 7 p.m.

  March 19 through April 16

 

No one event in human history has received more attention than the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. Dr. Todd Jordan will lead this Lenten study of Adam Hamilton's book. The study will guide us through the last twenty-four hours of Jesus' life, and help us experience and understand the significance of Jesus' suffering and death in a way we have never done before. Whether you are a long-time Christian or simply curious about the story of Christ, you're invited to retrace the last 24 hours of Jesus' life.  

Come early for Supper at 5:30 p.m. in the Activity Center.

Child Care is Provided.  

Lenten Sermon Series - Beginning March 9

Register Your Child
Bright Beginnings Learning Center
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Registration for the 2014-2015 school year has begun for Strawbridge UMC members and current students. Registration will open to the community beginning March 4, 2014. Contact MaryJo at maryjo.neidinger@strawbridge-umc.org.  

Seasons of The Heart Ministry Grants
Apply for Funds

Seasons of the Heart is preparing to disburse monies raised at last November's bazaar. If your group needs  funds (that are not included in your annual budget) let us know. Email Sandy at jimandsandyt@aol.com, or place your written request in the Seasons of the Heart mailbox. Please include amount requested and what it will be used for. This money is for "Wish List" items only. We will make final decisions in March, and notify all in early April. (If you were lucky recipients last year, check to see if you have used your money. Use it or lose it!)

 
FamilyPromiseHelp Host Homeless Families in March
Spring Break Rotation

Our next Family Promise of Lake Houston rotation is March 9-16. It is also Spring Break so lots of members will be traveling, but it is my hope that those who are in town will use this time to volunteer. Learn more at our table in the coffee corridor. Contact Corena at Lipstreuer@peoplepc.com.  

Habitat 2014 
Sign Up to Help      
 
For the latest Habitat news and photos, visit www.strawbridge-umc.orgContact Philip Trew (ptrew@sbcglobal.net) with questions. 
Save the Date for Vacation Bible School
June 23-27, 2014

We will explore the world of Weird Animals and discover Jesus' love is one-of-a kind. Vacation Bible School is for Children ages 3 (as of 9/1/13) through current 5th graders. Youth and adult volunteers will be needed! Watch for more details in The Messenger. 

Monday Morning Bible Study
Beginning the New Testament March 3, 2014

 

Congratulations! The Monday Morning Senior Adult Bible Study has made it all the way through the Old Testament - reading each and every word from Genesis through Malachi!  We will begin reading the New Testament Monday, March 3. Come read the Good News and enjoy the discussion. All ages are welcome to join us in the Bride's Room (152) Monday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Contact trish.king@strawbridge-umc.org.