Happening at SUMC

September Mission Focus—Medical Bridges

Medical Bridges recovers surplus medical equipment/supplies and redistributes it to hospitals, clinics and health care providers in third-world nations. In addition to collecting monetary donations, Strawbridge will send a team of volunteers to the Medical Bridges distribution center on Saturday morning, October 2 to help sort and pack donated supplies. If you would like to be part of this team, contact Howard Deterding at 832-233-5476.

Children's Choirs Starting September 8—Join Us!

Children's choirs will kick-off Wednesday, September 8. Three-year-olds (as of 9/1/10) will meet in room 113. Four-year-olds and Kindergarteners will meet in room 151. First through third graders will meet in the Choir Room. These two choirs meet from 5:15 – 6 p.m. Fourth through sixth graders will meet in the Choir Room from 6 – 7 p.m. Come praise God through music with us!

XYZ Bible Study (55+ Fellowship Group)

Come join our daytime Bible Study! Just bring your bible beginning Monday, September 13, at 10 a.m. We’ll meet in the Bride’s Room (room 152).

The Mayberry Bible Study

Video study and discussion at Rose Burnett’s home beginning September 8 at 10:30 a.m.. Lunch will be served. Questions? Please contact Rose Burnett (281)358-8288, Lee Kidd (281)354-4340, or Trish King 281-360-4500

Mission 6 - Join Us Sunday Evening, September 12!

Mission 6 kicks-off Sunday, September 12. Sixth graders make plans to join us for Mission 6 at 5 p.m. We'll meet in room 200. Bring $3 for snack supper...and bring your friends for the fellowship!

College Care Packages

Please send your college student's college address to Sandra in the church office. Moms of Youth send love gifts and cards to our college students throughout the year. For more information, call Carol McKenzie at 281-361-6790.

Jobs Available at SUMC!

Two great, part-time jobs are open at Strawbridge for: Children's Music Director, and Contemporary Worship Leader. Contact Pastor Jim at 281-360-4500, or Richard Aslanian at 281-360-4500 for more information or to apply.

Join the Adult or Youth Choir

If you don’t read music that’s okay! The choir is for all who love music and want to share special music with the congregation. A new Youth Choir for Jr. and Sr. High singers is forming now! Youth Choir rehearsals will begin Wednesdays in September at 6:15 p.m. Adult Choir rehearsals will be Wednesdays in September at 7 p.m. Contact Richard Aslanian to learn more.

Children’s Council Needs You!

Children’s Council plans exciting events such as Fall Fest-4-all, Hanging of the Greens, and Breakfast in Bethlehem. We meet second Wednesdays each month at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Kristi Kreischer.

Bright Beginnings Learning Center

Our day school, (BBLC) is currently registering for the 2010-2011 school year with limited openings available. We are adding a “Preschool Science” class, and we are still blessed to have preschool Spanish and GYM Bugs (our gross motor skills class). Contact Kimberly Kurtz at 281-360-4500.

Baby Daze is coming - September 18

Make plans to join us for Baby Daze (a consignment sale and shopping extravaganza of gently used infant and children's items) on Saturday, September 18. We are currently seeking volunteers to help the week of Baby Daze. Volunteers are able to shop at the pre-sale on September 17! If you're ready to clean out after the summer, remember that you can sell items at Baby Daze. Baby Daze proceeds support non-budgeted church ministries. All the details can be found at sumcbabydaze.org.

It’s time to Spruce Up for Fall – Submit Your Clean-Up List Now

October 2, is our fall clean-up day! Look around your classes, outside, in the hallways, and other areas of our church campus. Let us know what needs to be painted, organized, cleaned, trimmed, repaired, etc. Please send your list to Lesa Carter, or deliver it to Ann Bryan in the church office by September 12.

Fall Soul Feast Begins September 22

You're invited to delicious Wednesday evening dinners followed by short-term opportunities for small group fellowship, support, and devotion. Click the link above to check out the Soul Feast offerings for fall 2010!

New Orleans Mission Trip - September 22-25, 2010

August marks the five year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. While many people have returned, there are countless others still struggling to rebuild their homes. At Strawbridge, that's called an opportunity, and we want to help. In conjunction with NOLA Church Plant (www.nolachurchplant.com), the S3 small group is sponsoring a mission trip to New Orleans on September 22-25th. We plan to help families make repairs to their homes in the Gentilly area of New Orleans, and in the process help reach out to the community and plant a church there. Materials, tools, and housing will be provided. If you're interested, contact Mark Cuda, 713-213-8112.

Save the Date—Fall Fest-4-All—October 31, 3-6 p.m.

This is Strawbridge's Annual Fall Family Festival. Don't miss this opportunity to dunk Pastor Jim! The Festival will include; Christian fellowship, trunk or treating for the kids, games, cupcake walk, inflatables, pony rides, a train ride, and a pie and chili contest. Did I forget to mention the dunk tank, where you will have the opportunity to dunk Pastor Jim? Sign-up for volunteer opportunities in the church hallway. Any questions, please contact Kellie.

The Story Small Groups!
Two small groups have formed to discuss The Story: Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8:30, and Thursday mornings from 10 to 11:30. Both groups are led by Roxann Bentsen at the church. Contact Joy Johnston at 281-360-4500 to learn more.

The Story

Free books of The Story, the Bible written as one seamless narrative, are still available for guests. There are versions for adults, younger and older elementary children, and preschool children. The journey through the biblical story has begun! If you're a member or guest who has already received a free copy, additional copies are available for $7. Call the church office at 281-360-4500.

Women’s Retreat – January 7-9, 2011

Reserve your spot now for our retreat at Heartland Country Inn in Brenham Texas. Cost is $175 with payment and scholarship options available. Sign up in the hallway or contact Barbie Bugner or Cheryl Burnett.

Holy Land Trip – 2011

The Advent Class and its leadership are hosting a Holy Land trip March 21 – April 1, 2011. Cost is $3899 per person. Attendees must be able to negotiate rough paths and stairs. If interested, e-mail Bill Elston for details.

Need a Ride?

We don’t want a lack of transportation to keep anyone from attending worship or older adult events. If you need assistance, please call Trish King at the church office, 281-360-4500 or e-mail, . We want to get you on our transportation list immediately.

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Communion for the Homebound

Holy Communion is taken to anyone unable to attend church by teams of lay servers on the first Sunday of each month. Call Pastor Beth to be part of this ministry, or receive communion.