Volume 8, Issue 44

November 6, 2026

We are so excited to kick off our new "Thanks. Praise. Calling." worship series this Sunday! We'll be hearing from our wonderful Strawbridge Young Adults, who returned from last July's Global Young People's Convocation in Dublin, Ireland.


We are deeply grateful for your generous support of this trip, and we can't wait to share our experiences with you. Come hear inspiring stories of how God moved during our travels, and join us as we reflect on our calling to love one another and create a sanctuary together.


Please join Joanna Pence, Aubrie MacDonald, Sarah Myint, and me for these personal reflections at either our 9:00 or 11:05 am service. We would love to see you there!


With warmth and gratitude,

Deaconess Kristen Tropeano

Artwork by our "Painters with a Purpose" are created in faith and shared with love. 100% of the proceeds are donated to our local mission partners.

Can you help us replenish our Bordersville Bingo Prize Supply?


We are always in need of practical household items for our Bingo prizes! Standard things like laundry detergent, liquid dishwashing soap, toothpaste, deodorants, etc. are all hugely appreciated by our friends in the Bordersville community.


Our collection bin is located in the Activity Hallway on the Mission's Table.

The final training session will be held tomorrow, November 7 (at Lake Houston UMC) leading up to the Prep Day on November 11 (at Lake Houston UMC).

IMPORTANT: You must buy your own ticket(s) ASAP by calling our group sales representative, Domenico Leona, at Stages Theatre. He can be reached at (346) 320-0037 and reference our Group Order Number: 26WFJ8PQ. Discounted tickets are $36.75 each. Also, please sign-up via the sheet in the Activity Hallway so we can keep track of how many and who is going with us!

“Christmas in the Four Gospel Homes” provides beautiful illustrations from architect Kevin Burns that re-imagine each of the four Gospels as a “Home” which the church visits at Christmas. Author, Cynthia M. Campbell, reflects on the distinctive perspective of the birth of Jesus or the incarnation offered by each Gospel.


The book is available via Amazon and Cokesbury among other online and brick-and-mortar retailers.

>>> Register Here <<<

Cost is $36/person and payments are due no later than Sunday, November 8.

Sisters-in-Faith Friday Bible Study | "James"
Friday, November 6 | 10:30 am | Room 165


LGBTQ+ United 
Wednesday, November 11 | Noon & 6:30 pm | Room 207


Pink Ladies Breast Cancer Support 
Tuesday, November 17 | 1:00 pm | Room 170


Prayer Shawl Ministry 
Wednesday, November 18 | 1:00 pm | The Robing Room (152)


"Advent Can Still Change the World" Study
Tuesday, December 1 | Noon | Library (Room 161)


Check-out our United Women in Faith webpage for further details!

Don't suffer alone - our Stephen Ministry is here to help! Each one of our Stephen Ministers are trained caregivers that are ready to listen, care for and encourage you, pray with and for you, and help you through a crisis or difficult time. This care and support is completely confidential. Learn more by watching these care receivers tell their personal stories.

To get started, please contact
Dr. Bill Allen (361-739-5226).

Do you know someone who is experiencing a long illness or recovery? Or maybe someone who is suffering a loss? If you think they would welcome an encouraging card from our church, please contact Pat Rogers (713-410-3557) and/or Margaret Sugarek (281-682-5335). You can also reach-out to our admin assistant, Irene Salinas.

Our Homebound Communion ministry is available for our shut-ins. If you or someone you know is homebound and would like to receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion, please contact Ellen Cosio via text at (832) 514-0128 for more information.

Please contact the church office (281-360-4500) during weekday office hours (Monday-Thursday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm; Friday: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm) to have your prayer concern(s) added to our Intercessory Prayer Team List.

All new "Walk to Emmaus" dates for Men and Women in 2026 are posted on our website!


While they were talking and discussing, Jesus himself came near and walked with them. - Luke 24:15


Check-out all of our Adult Sunday School class offerings on our website!


They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and fellowship,

to the breaking of bread and the prayers. - Acts 2:42


Please don't miss our Strawbridge Kids Facebook Page or our LinkTree Page for all upcoming events. Reach-out to Pastor Emily, for any further information!

Kids Sunday School classes begin at 10:05 am! Please be sure to check where your kiddo(s) should go! See the updated "Kids & 56 Sunday School" graphic above!


We use the KidCheck system for Sunday School class sign-ins. All Kindergarteners through 4th graders need to be checked-in using this awesome system. KidCheck kiosk check-in stations are available Sunday mornings on the 1st floor entrance of the New Building. 

If you don’t already have a
KidCheck account, you can create an account here.

Fall 2026 Student Ministry calendar is subject to change.

Our Strawbridge Young Adults Monday Night Gatherings meet on the 1st and 3rd Monday evenings each month from 6:00 to 7:00 pm in Room 166. And be sure to stay tuned for details about their next off-site group outing! If you have any questions, please email Liz Sterling.

All of our Music Ministries are back in action for the 2026/27 season!

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