Greetings: 


  In John 15:13 Jesus instructs his disciples that, "No one has greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends."  Let's be clear-Jesus claims us as his friends, but not because we claim him as ours.  Prior to God's grace we are at odds with God.  Yet, Paul writes in Romans 5 that while we were "weak" and "wicked", Christ went to the cross anyway.  This is the Holy Mystery of mysteries: that Christ would go to the cross for the ungodly, and choose us as his friends.  Celebrate with me this Sunday as we explore Luke 23:32-46, Jesus Gives Us Love.
 
 
Dr. Todd Jordan
Senior Pastor


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Childrens's Ministries
Young Adults
SUMC Music and Fine Arts
Youth Ministies


Happy Birthday
 
Camille Christian6/18
Bill McNeese6/18
Wesley Hurlbert6/19
Taylor Sharp6/19
Beverly Puckett6/19
Posi Jejelowo6/19
Laura Caldwell6/19
Sam Caldwell6/19
Kevin Romeis6/19
Reid Larson6/21
Scott Burger6/21
Donna Buxton6/21
Brad Schuck6/21
Ken Buxton6/22
Cody Bruns6/22
Diann Wilson6/22
Janet Davis6/23
Donna Capaletti6/23
Linda Phelan6/23
Kathy Danz6/23
Amelia Silewicz6/23
Jayden Russell-Nelson6/23






 


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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 [email protected].
  
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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]
 
 
  
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 [email protected] 


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 [email protected]
 
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 27th
4th-6th Grade
1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Book reading, activities and those that participate are eligible for trip to Schlitterbahn.


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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.
 
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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 [email protected]
 
SUMC MUSIC AND FINE ARTS MINISTRY 
  • Pick up a card on the kiosk in the Narthex if you don't get one on Sunday from the Looking Ahead. 
  •  Write down your three favorite hymns and
  •  put the completed card in the basket on
  • the kiosk in the Narthex.
  • Pastor Laurie will use this information to make the list of hymns for the hymn sing on August 7th.
  • Vote now!
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    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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    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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    Book Club meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more information contact Mary Lynne Weemering at [email protected].
     
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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 Caf� on Saturday, July 16th at 4:30 p.m.  All are welcome!  


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    Habitat for Howard's House
     




     


    Howard's House for Habitat will be dedicated at 9 AM on
    Saturday, July 9th. 
    We would love to have you attend. 
    If you will be attending, please
    let me know for head
    count purposes.  
    Howard's retiree group from
    ExxonMobil will be
    handling the refreshments and need a head count.  
    Thanks for all of your work on it.
     
    God Bless, Neil.
     
    Contact Neil Ryan at [email protected]
    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


    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 22nd-First Pres. Church Kingwood
    June 29th-KW Christian Church
     
    Contact Jon Ashley at [email protected]
     for questions or location information




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