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Greetings:
 This Sunday begins a 4 part worship series on Peace based on Philippians 4:7, " And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus." During the series we will examine the various dimensions of personal peace, peace in our relationships, financial peace and finally world peace. Peace, in any of its aspects, does not come without effort, commitment, even sacrifice. Peace is not easy. Peace, after all, cost Jesus his life. Yet, through his sacrifice, the road to peace is established and waiting for us to embark upon this journey of faith. Join me in worship this Sunday as we take the first step toward personal peace by putting on the Armor of God as outlined in Ephesians 6:10-18.
Dr. Todd Jordan
Senior Pastor
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Happy Birthday
| David Fry | 1/8 | | Brayden Hassel | 1/8 | | Jack Paradysz | 1/8 | | Madison Pfeiffer | 1/8 | | Bonnie Deterding | 1/9 | | Angela Tombari | 1/10 | | Ellen Carter | 1/10 | | Jane Steele | 1/10 | | BJ Olonilua | 1/10 | | Erin Eldridge | 1/10 | | Kimberly Boyd | 1/11 | | Linsey Ellender | 1/11 | | Shelly Fry | 1/13 | | Andrew Boyd | 1/13 | | Scott Nielsen | 1/13 | | Bailey Raines | 1/14 | | Will Bauserman | 1/14 |
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Adult Study-"Secrets of a Teenage Brain"
Join us in Room 210 on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. - 11:05 a.m. We know that parents of pre-teen and teens face challenging issues every day. Join us as we talk about strategies and solutions regarding social media, communication, respect, bullying and other topics related to guiding this age group.
Men's Bible Study Class: Men of Strawbridge-All Ages. If you are not currently in a Sunday morning class, check us out! In depth Bible study, hosting Men's Breakfast events, cooking for various church events, involved in church outreach programs and organizing the church Classic Car expo. We meet upstairs in Room 212 at 10:05 a.m. Contact Jerry Raymond at jerryraymond@comcast.net for further information.
Parents of Young Children:
Join in the Room 112 (Library) at 10:05 a.m.
Contact Cheryl Burnett with any questions at
The Seekers Class:
All are welcome to join us on Sunday mornings in Room 151 at 10:05 a.m. Questions? Please contact John Paradysz at johnparadysz@gmail.com
New Directions Class:
We are studying "The Case for Christianity Answer Book" by Lee Strobel. This book provides simple. understandable answers to questions you've probably asked or heard about Christianity. Lee Strobel , a former atheist, uses his investigative journalism skills to dig deep into science, history and the Bible to find the truth. He offers what he has learned in an approachable question and answer format. Come join us in room 207, from 10:05 a.m.-11:05 a.m.
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SAVE THE DATES
Early Release Party-Feb. 3rd, 12:15 p.m.-5:00 p.m. more information to come.
Parents' Night Out- Feb. 12th, 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. more information to come.
Questions or to sign up contact Pastor Emily at emily.bankston@strawbridge-umc.org
Sunday School
10:05 a.m.-11:05 a.m.
All Kindergarten-4th graders will meet in the SAC
at 10:05 a.m. and then go to their age
appropriate rooms.
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Children's Chapel
After the children's conversation at 11:15 a.m. worship, children 4 years-Kindergarten, may attend Children's Chapel in Room 105.
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Kids 1st
Kids 1st- is from 5-7pm. Join us on Sunday, evenings.
$3 snack supper will be available.
Friends are always welcome.
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56 Ministries at SUMC
Sundays:
Sunday School: 10:05-11:05am
5th and 6th graders will meet in Room 200 for confirmation! This will be their Sunday School for
Fall and Spring.
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Mission 56
5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
5th and 6th Graders join us for a Sunday Night Bible Study and Hangout. We will have Bible Study, games, and
snack supper ($3.00)!
Meet us in Room 200!
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Mid High Power Hour
8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Meet in the Strawbridge Activity Center (SAC)
6-8th Graders
We will take your children to school!
(Permission form must be on file prior to leaving SUMC campus)
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The Confirmation Study of Greg Ogden's book Discipleship Essentials will be covered in both Sunday School and Community Group.
Sunday School
(Room 209) 10:05 a.m.-11:10 a.m.
Community Group
Tuesdays 7:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m
Sharing a meal, creating community and all are welcome!
Contact Michelle Ashley at
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 Strawbridge Youth are now on Remind 101. Text "@sumcupdate" then call 81010.
Sunday Mornings
Breakfast & Discussion
10:05 a.m. in Rooms 201/203
CAMP CULLEN 2016
February 19-21 Cost: $110
Registration is open!
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METHODISM CLASS
Four Week Methodism Class, Sunday Mornings from 10:05-10:55 am
beginning January 10th in the Pastor's Study.
2ND SUNDAY SING OUT
Will be at Rosemont today from 2:30 p.m.- 3:00 p.m. or contact Pastor Laurie at laurie.purcell@strawbridge-umc.org for further information.
XYZ GROUP:
Join us at ZIO's on Highway 59 at 4:30 p.m., January 16th!
SOUPER BOWL OF CARING 
Bags will be available beginning Jan. 18th-Feb. 7th., in the Narthex. Full bags can be returned to the Narthex or
Porte-cochere (covered entrance near Willow Terrace). Take two one for your family and one for a friend!
ACTS OF RANDOM KINDNESS Please take a bag off the table in the Narthex to give to someone who is in need. If you would like to help there is a list by the table with items to donate. You may also make a monetary donation and drop it in the box on the same table. Our brochure also has ideas for other forms of Acts of Random Kindness that we can all do every day!
THE COFFEE CORNER
Visitors and New Members meet by the church office at 10:05 a.m.-11:05 a.m., Sundays for coffee and fellowship!
ONLINE SHOPPING-www.umcmarket.org
Lots of online retailers will give a percentage of your purchase to
Strawbridge UMC through the UMCmarket! All you need to do is visit www.umcmarket.org and register. Specify the church, "Kingwood Strawbridge". Then when you're ready to buy, just log into your UMCmarket account and shop at any of the partner retailers and, PRESTO, a percentage of the sale is given to the church. We need $100 in the account before we get a check, so the more the site is used the more the church benefits.
Shopping has never been so easy and you don't have to leave home, fight the crowds or find that perfect parking spot!
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Habitat for Howard's House
January 23rd
The plans are ready and the materials are
delivered. It is time to get to work on the Habitat for Humanity 2016 Build, in honor of Howard Deterding and his cherished commitment to Habitat. Saturday January 23rd will be the Wall Raising! This year we are building a house for Kristen
and her family.
There are many ways to help, from construction,
painting, cleaning, food preparation and even quilting a new quilt for the homeowner to leave them with a
further blessing from Strawbridge. On Saturday we need 20 volunteers, work then continues on alternating Saturdays. Come on out and continue a great
Strawbridge tradition of service!
For more information and to sign up, contact Neil Ryan
at sumchabitat@gmail.com or by phone 281-361-2333
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American Muslims -
Who are they, and what do
they stand for?
Join us for a conversation with our friends,
Riaz Siddiqi and Naila Qureshi about the American Muslim experience. They will address current misperceptions about the role of Muslims in American society, and how their faith enables them to fully embrace and celebrate the American ethos.
January 27th 7:00 p.m.
Strawbridge Activity Center
Free - Child Care Provided
281.360.4500 www.strawbridge-umc.org
Riaz Siddiqi is a founder and Managing Partner of Denham Capital and brings more than 35 years of experience to the firm in the energy and asset management sectors. He is a volunteer pilot for Grace Flight of American Pilots for Patients and Veterans Airlift Command, and is a recipient of the Asia Society Houston Center's award for leadership in business and philanthropy. Riaz is involved in several public service causes and is the Chairman of the board of the American Pakistan Foundation, and is on the Board of Convergence. He is a member of Business Executives for National Security; an organization that works with the U.S. Government on national security matters. He has been a leading force in developing Friends of Iman's Annual Interfaith Iftar.
Naila Qureshi is an experienced and dynamic business professional with a strong track record of building collaborative relationships in customer-focused environments. Equally experienced in the corporate and nonprofit sectors, she has a solid track record in project planning and management. Naila has an exceptional background in diversity and cross-cultural understanding, including work on multi-national teams and with international clients. She is a student of nature and passionate about the preservation and sustainable initiatives for the Texas Coast wetlands; and educational and vocational training efforts for Pakistani youth. She serves as a mentor for Friends of Iman, a youth leadership initiative with a focus on interfaith understanding.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact either
Riaz Siddiqi at rsiddiqi1@aol.com or
Naila Qureshi at nailaqureshi@sbcglobal.net
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