This Week at St. Stephen's | July 24, 2025

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July Worship Series

Join us this Sunday as we complete our July Fruitful Living Worship Series, Kindness. Pastor Damon will guide us through

2 Corinthians 6: 1 – 10.

Altar Flowers

The flowers on the altar this Sunday are dedicated to Sid and Katie Little. This is in celebration of their 66th wedding anniversary and of Sid's 90th birthday!

Family Directory Deadline – Tomorrow!

The deadline to submit or update your information for the Family Directory is Friday, July 25.

Still need to review your family’s page?

Email Kristy at ktownsend@ststephensabq.org to request an electronic copy.

Then reply with any updates or corrections.

Still need to submit your family’s information?

You can email Kristy or fill out the Online Directory Form no later than tomorrow.

Need a photo?

Upload it through the online form

Stop by the Church Office this week (Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM).

Back to School Sunday

Join us for a special Back to School Sunday on August 3 with one combined service at 9:30 AM!

We will kick off the new school year by blessing backpacks and honoring our amazing teachers.

Afterward, stick around for a church-wide potluck and fun for the kids, including bounce houses!

This event is FREE and is available for children in pre-K

through 12th Grade.

July Youth Event

Our next youth event is this Sunday, July 27! We will be going to the Albuquerque Bio Park.

Families are welcome! We will leave after the 11:00 am service.

The cost is $10 per person.

Pie Party dates: June 21 from 9 am - 1 pm, July 26 from 9 am - 1 pm, and August 17 from 1 pm - 4 pm.

Pie Parties Are Back!

This Saturday, July 26 is our next Pie Party!

Pie Party Dates

Saturday, July 26 | 9:00 am–1:00 pm

Sunday, August 17 | 1:00–4:00 pm

Come for as long as you can—all ages are welcome, and no baking experience is necessary.

All money raised as part of the Asbury Pie Cafe mission supports programs in the community that provide food to those in need.

Ruidoso Flood Damage Assistance

Recent record rains and burn scars have caused severe flooding in Ruidoso and surrounding areas—damaging an estimated 200–400 homes. With monsoon season ongoing, the need for help is urgent as the community continues recovering from last year's natural disasters.

Donations

To donate to recovery efforts, visit the Community Foundation of Lincoln County: Donate Here.

Flood Buckets

Flood buckets are also greatly needed. Please visit the Welcome Center or the UMCOR website for instructions and a supply list: Flood Bucket Info.

Please drop off items in Fellowship Hall by August 15. Our missions team will handle delivery.

Thank you for your continued prayers and generosity!

There is a Place for You in a Small Group

Small Group Study:

The Turquoise Table Small Group

Leader: Karli Massey

Date: Ongoing

Time & Location

Every Other Tuesday at the Leader’s Home or Flying Star

Description of this Small Group:

The purpose of this small group is to spread hospitality throughout the church. Using the book, “The Turquoise Table” by Kristin Schell as a guide, members brainstorm new activities to create meaningful connections and build friendships through acts of hospitality.

This group formed the Supper Circles. There are three existing groups that come together for fellowship through shared meals. These circles not only strengthen relationships but also inspire collaborative efforts to bring love and joy to the church. Most recently, one Supper Circle took the lead in launching and organizing a new Church Directory to help bring our church family even closer together.

If you are interested in joining a supper group, contact Karli Massey. New members are welcome!

If you would like to connect with this group or learn more about their current study, or any other small group, please visit the Welcome Center or contact Martha Benn.

St. Stephen's Spotlight: Our Community

Memorial Service for Audrey Evans

A long-time member of St. Stephen's, Audrey Evans, passed away on May 22. A memorial service will be held at La Vida Llena chapel on Friday, July 25 at 2 pm. The burial will take place in Raton at a later date.

For more information about the location of the chapel, please call La Vida Llena at: (505) 293-4001.

Contributions can be made in Audrey's name to your chosen charity.

Memory Café Hosted by St. John's United Methodist Church

Memory Café is a supportive fellowship for anyone affected by memory loss/Alzheimer’s and their caring partners. It offers an opportunity to meet and share with others on a similar journey and receive information for caregivers and loved ones.

Next meeting: Saturday, August 2, from 1:30 to 3:00

Location: Sonshine Café at St. John’s United Methodist Church

What to expect: It is the Dog Days of Summer and Memory Café is going to the dogs. Our special guests will be High Desert Therapy Dogs with music by Tom Cole and Sandia Sound. We will have games, snacks and information for caregivers. Bring a photo of your favorite dog and share a story with your new friends.

This is not a drop-off event. For more information, call (505) 323-7522 or email ssmjens@aol.com.

ADAC Events for July 2025

Check out all of the upcoming Albuquerque Disability Arts Collaborative (ADAC) events at: https://adacnm.org/?page_id=155.

Have Something to Share?

We encourage you to share your stories and celebrations with us by emailing info@ststephensabq.org!

Access Past Newsletters Online

Missed a recent newsletter? You can now view the last three months of newsletters anytime on our website. Visit our archive and stay up to date:

https://www.ststephensabq.org/services-2.

There are several ways to give here at St. Stephen's. Text an amount to 833-657-0054 (1st time requires registration). Donate in person using our offering plates or boxes. You can also mail your donation to the church office or donate online at ststephensabq.org/GIVING.

S T . S T E P H E N ' S

U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H

4601 Juan Tabo Blvd. NE

Albuquerque, NM 87111

info@ststephensabq.org

505.293.9673

Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 am - 3 pm

CLOSED Fridays