Greetings: 


  Yogi Berra once quipped, "If you come to a fork in the road, take it."  We are all headed in various directions in life, but which path is the right path?  And is there only one way to go, or are there many options?  While there may be many disagreements as to the answer to these important questions, one thing is universally true:  all of us want to be on the right path.  We can argue and debate as to what exactly the "right path" even means, but it probably has something to do with happiness, meaning and fulfillment.  As Christians, we believe Christ has given us some important clues for the journey.  Join me this Sunday as we take a look at Jesus' Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5-7 and discover how Jesus Gives Us Direction.
 
 
Dr. Todd Jordan
Senior Pastor
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Adult Class Information
Adult Study-"Secrets of a Teenage Brain"
Join us in Room 210 on Sunday mornings at 10:00 - 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.
Questions contact Pastor Emily Bankston at emily.bankston@strawbridge-umc.org.
  
Men's Bible Study Class:    
Want to learn what Heaven is going to be like?  Along with teaching on the Book of Mark this Lenten Season we will be discussing what Heaven will be like. Join us in the Men's Bible Study Class Sunday Morning in Room 212 @ 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.

Contact Jerry Raymond at jerryraymond@comcast.net for further information.
 
Parents of Young Children:
The Parents of Young Children Sunday school will resume in August.
If you are interested, let Cheryl Burnett know at cheryldburnett@hotmail.com
 
 
  
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:
Come join us for a video series on the Dead Sea Scrolls in Room 207, from 10:05 a.m.-11:05 a.m.  All are welcome to join us and if you have any questions please contact Jim Telljohann at jimandsandy@aol.com
 
Children's Ministries
  
 
All children (Infants-4th grade) need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian when arriving for check-in to church events!


Manic Mondays
June 13th and June 27th
4th-6th Grade
1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Book reading, activities and participants are eligible for trip to Schlitterbahn.
Bring your bike and helmet for June 13th.


  
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Camp JAMS
(Jesus Art and Music)

K-4th Grade
July 11-14 from
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Contact Pastor Emily for more information!
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Backyard VBS @ Elm Grove
August 1-3 at Elm Grove Elementary.  Volunteers are needed to help with this amazing ministry.  There will be a Volunteer meeting on June 23rd at 7:00 p.m. in the Choir Room (Room 154).  Nursery will be provided. Questions contact Pastor Emily at
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Sunday School
10:05 a.m.-11:05 a.m.
Attention 5 year olds -4th graders!
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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 - 3rd-4th Grade
Sundays 
5-7pm
Bring $3 for snack supper! 
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.
  This will be their Sunday School for
Fall and Spring.
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Mid High Power Hour
 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
We will not meet again until after school starts in August. 
 
   
Questions regarding Children's Ministries contact Pastor Emily at emily.bankston@strawbridge-umc.org
 
SUMC MUSIC AND FINE ARTS MINISTRY 
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    • Youth Ministries 


        Strawbridge Youth are now on Remind 101.  
      Text "@sumcupdate" then call 81010.


    Sunday Mornings 
                  Breakfast & Discussion
      10:05 a.m. in Rooms 201/203


    Youth Block Party
    Gathering of 4 area churches for worship, missions & fun!
    6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
    June 15th-Strawbridge
    June 22nd-First Pres. Church Kingwood
    June 29th-KW Christian Church
     
    Contact Jon Ashley at jon.ashley@strawbridge-umc.org
     for questions or location information


    Announcements 
    Strawbridge Security Policy Information 
    Trustees have provided a binder to sign in and out any time someone  enters the church building. Please use the entrance near the church office to enter and exit.  All other doors should remain locked.  Members, when entering please sign the binder (which is to your left upon entering) and sign out as you exit at all times.  During business hours visitors will be given a badge to return to the information desk, after hours stick on name  tags will be available by the binder.  If you have an event or large group the  leader needs to sign in and out for that event or group.  If after hours the last person to sign out is asked to turn off all lights, set the alarm and verify the  door is locked and securely closed.   This procedure will not be used during worship times on Sundays, after worship it will need to be followed for Sunday afternoon and evening.   If you have any questions please contact the church office 281-360-4500.


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    Join us on Sunday, June 12th at 10:05 am in the Strawbridge Activity Center for Pastor Emily's ordination celebration.
     All are welcome!
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    Coffee with the Pastors will be Sunday, August 14th in Pastor Todd's office during the Sunday school hour (10:05 a.m.-11:05 a.m.).  This is an opportunity to ask questions, make connections with others who are new to Strawbridge and hear about the different ways one can become a part of the Strawbridge community.  Please join us!


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    Feed My Lambs will meet on Thursday, June 16th at 10:15 a.m., at the White Oak apartments community room.  For more information contact Diane McCabe at dianemccabe222@gmail.com
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        Join the Merry Widows at Sharkey's on Wednesday,
     July 6th at 11:30 a.m. 
     Looking forward to seeing you there at the Harbor.
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    XYZ Group (55+) will be going to Los Cucos Mexican Café on Saturday, July 16th at 4:30 p.m.  All are welcome!  


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    Habitat for Howard's House
     




     


    Dedication  will be July 9th at 9:00 a.m. 
    Contact Neil Ryan at sumchabitat@gmail.com
    or 281-361-2333 for more information.

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    Sunday School 
     (Room 209)  10:05 a.m.-11:10 a.m.
    Our new 11 week study will be based on the book "Jesus for President," by Shane Clairborne.  This study will run June 12th-August 21st.  Books will be available for $12, contact Michelle for more information.
     
    Community Group  
    Every First Tuesday-Game Night


      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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