Worship Service, January 18, 2026
Worship Services:
8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
"Faith Like a Rollercoaster"
Rev. Seth Saathoff
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Flowers in the Sanctuary
Sunday's flowers are given
to the glory of God.
2025 Flower Calendar
Please keep in mind that our 2025 flower calendar is now on the Welcome Desk.
Be sure to write in your dedications for the times of year that are significant to you and your loved ones.
Flower arrangements are $45.
Love God - Live Generously - Invest in Others!
Annual Chili Cookoff is February 1st
Our 16th Annual Chili Cook-Off is Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. You can email DSowden@FPCConroe.Org or text her at (979) 255-2096 to sign up, or fill out the Team Forms found at the Welcome Desk starting January 11th.
BRING THE HEAT with your favorite chili recipe ~ or anything that may or may not resemble chili. If you prefer to judge others, we have just what you're looking for! Come out and be the judge ~ entry and tastings are free, but be sure you bring lots of $$$ to help your favorite team win.
We'll have non-chili options, great times, live music and lots of good-hearted competition! Proceeds help offset the cost of Youth Mission Trips and activities. ***THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE FPC YOUTH GROUP!!***

Wednesday Night Live Activities
WNL events will include a Women's Bible Study group with childcare provided, and children 4 and up can participate in “Jesus And Me” with Ms. Amber in Rm. 203, starting at 5:30 p.m.
Also, Pastor Seth will be teaching a class in the library based on the book, “Being Presbyterian in the Bible Belt.”
If you're interested in hosting a small group during WNL, contact Dena Sowden at DSowden@FPCConroe.Org.
WNL Dinner Menu: Jan 21st
Addilee's Chicken Spaghetti
Caesar Salad
Garlic Bread
Assorted Cakes
We'll see you there!
Children's Church Volunteers Needed
We need Children’s Church volunteers for January through May. Please use the Google docs
link to find a Sunday that works for you. We would appreciate your help. 2026 Jan - May Children's Church .
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xoFy67DqrB1Z58XiSOknjjtL41HEL LZXYpA7iaglUc/edit?usp=sharing Young Ad

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Crocheting Stuffed Animals
Interested in learning how to crochet, or love to crochet and want to gather with friends to help create stuffed animals that will be donated to help various children's organizations? If so, contact Kaleigh Riggs-Harpur or Dena Sowden for more details.

Prayer List Updates
As we roll into 2026, we ask for help in keeping our prayer list updated.
If any of our prayer requests have had a change in status, or need to be removed,
please make the church office staff aware. Thank you.
Join the C.L.A.P. Group for an
Evening of Axe Throwing!
Location: ESCAPE IN TIME, 26815 I-45 Spring, TX 77380, 2nd floor.
Date and Time: Friday, January 23rd, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $35 per person.
If the cost is an issue, please let Seth know discreetly.
Katy and Seth will provide pizza for the group,
but you may order food and drink from the menu if you’d like.
Free childcare will be provided at the church from 6:00-9:00.
Please feed your children before drop off or send them with dinner.
Date and Time: Friday, January 23rd, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $35 per person.
If the cost is an issue, please let Seth know discreetly.
Katy and Seth will provide pizza for the group,
but you may order food and drink from the menu if you’d like.
Free childcare will be provided at the church from 6:00-9:00.
Please feed your children before drop off or send them with dinner.

"I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end He will stand upon the earth. And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; I myself will see Him with my own eyes."
(Job 19:25-27a)

Welcome to the
Howards
Welcome to our newest members,
Craig and Marilu Howard
who officially joined the church
by reaffirmation on Sunday, December 7.
They along with their young son, Theo, recently
moved to the Conroe area from north Texas. Both
parents are employed in higher education administration.
Through the Bible in One Year
Beginning on Sunday, November 16, the new start time for the class will be 4:00 p.m. The class will remain a one-hour study.
The class has completed its study of the Old Testament, so on December 7th, at 4:00 p.m., we will begin a study of the New Testament. Not meeting on December 28th.
The class would like to extend an invitation to anyone who would like to participate in the New Testament study to plan to attend. We will begin with an overview of the New Testament, followed by our study of Matthew the following week. We will continue using Alan Stringfellow's “Through the Bible in a Year” as our guide. All are welcome (church members and community friends)!
Good News!
As of January 6, 2026, the church has reduced the outstanding debt by $341,330 with proceeds received from the Capital Campaign. This equates to a reduction in operating expenses of $32,850/year!
Total pledges and one time contributions to the three-year campaign now stand at $1,192,650. As of this update, we have $144,680 in the Capital Campaign account and we anticipate another $120,000 in revenue on the near horizon. Upon receipt of those funds, we will make another loan payment of $265,000, which will reduce our debt payment by an additional $20,700/year.
In summary and including the referenced payment, we will have decreased our indebtedness by 25% and reduced our monthly debt payments by 28%. The Capital Campaign Committee would like to thank all those who have committed to this worthy cause of reducing our debt, and have made its success a reality. Your generosity has greatly relieved the strain on our operating budget and will make it possible for our church to broaden its mission in the future. It is not too late to participate. While the “official” pledge period is over, you can still pledge. If you are not comfortable with a three-year commitment, we ask you to prayerfully consider a one-time donation. Every dollar you give goes directly to reducing our indebtedness.
Finally, please continue to pray for the continued success of this effort and our church. Blessings, Capital Campaign Committee
Total pledges and one time contributions to the three-year campaign now stand at $1,192,650. As of this update, we have $144,680 in the Capital Campaign account and we anticipate another $120,000 in revenue on the near horizon. Upon receipt of those funds, we will make another loan payment of $265,000, which will reduce our debt payment by an additional $20,700/year.
In summary and including the referenced payment, we will have decreased our indebtedness by 25% and reduced our monthly debt payments by 28%. The Capital Campaign Committee would like to thank all those who have committed to this worthy cause of reducing our debt, and have made its success a reality. Your generosity has greatly relieved the strain on our operating budget and will make it possible for our church to broaden its mission in the future. It is not too late to participate. While the “official” pledge period is over, you can still pledge. If you are not comfortable with a three-year commitment, we ask you to prayerfully consider a one-time donation. Every dollar you give goes directly to reducing our indebtedness.
Finally, please continue to pray for the continued success of this effort and our church. Blessings, Capital Campaign Committee

Young Adult Retreat at Mo Ranch
March 20-22, 2026
Reignite your purpose and strengthen your spirit. Join us for a transformative retreat designed for those navigating the post-college years. Connect with a supportive community, explore life planning, vocational discernment, and creative budgeting, all while deepening your faith through worship, prayer, and interactive workshops. Together, let’s build a future of meaning, purpose, and connection.
Details regarding this retreat can be found at:
https://www.moranch.org/attend-a-conference/adult-conferences/young-adult-retreat/
Save the Date for Upcoming Events ...
February 1 Annual Chili Cook-off
February 16 President's Day (PDS/CISD Holiday)
February 18 Ash Wednesday Service (End of WNL)
February 21 Go Texan Parade
February 28 15th Annual Sew-a-Thon
Weekly Events ...
Sunday - January 18
8:30 a.m. Worship with Communion
9:30 a.m. Bereans Sunday School Class Bob Shepherd (Rm. 105)
Paul's uplifting letter to the church at Philippi.
9:30 a.m. Fellowship Class (Rm. 204)
Studying "The Promise of Heaven" Study Guide (not the book)
by Dr. David Jeremiah, taught by Barbara Geddes, Glenna
Lang, and Glenn Elms.
9:30 a.m. Exploring Our Faith with Susan Buckley (Rm. 206)
9:30 a.m. Seekers' Bible Study with Randy Blanton (Library)
Paul's Letter to the Romans on Sunday
Contact Randy Blanton to join by Zoom.
9:30 a.m. FPC Kids' Sunday School (Rm. 203)
10:30 a.m. Called Session Meeting
10:30 a.m. Fellowship (Narthex)
10:35 a.m. Praise Band (Sanctuary)
11:00 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary or Streamed Live)
fpcconroe.org/watch live;
youtube.com/fpcconroe;
www.facebook.com/fpcconroe
FPC Church App (See Downloads at fpcconroe.org)
12:30 p.m. Session Meeting
4:00 p.m. "A Year Through the Bible" Study (Rm. 105)
5:00 - 7:00 p.m. The Spark (Gym)
Monday - January 19
1:30 p.m. Monday Bible Study (Parlor)
Wednesday - January 21
9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mission Sewing (Rm. 105)
4:00 p.m. Small Group Study (Rm 206)
5:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Live Meal (Gym)
5:45 p.m. Handbells Practice (Sanctuary)
6:00 p.m. Bible Studies/Activities
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice (Choir Room)
Sunday - January 25
8:30 a.m. Worship with Communion (Sanctuary)
9:00 a.m. Fellowship (Bistro)
9:30 a.m. Bereans Sunday School Class Bob Shepherd (Rm. 105)
Paul's uplifting letter to the church at Philippi.
9:30 a.m. Fellowship Class (Rm. 204)
Studying "The Promise of Heaven" Study Guide (not the book)
by Dr. David Jeremiah, taught by Barbara Geddes, Glenna
Lang, and Glenn Elms.
9:30 a.m. Exploring Our Faith with Susan Buckley (Rm. 206)
9:30 a.m. Seekers' Bible Study with Randy Blanton (207)
Paul's Letter to the Romans
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9:30 a.m. FPC Kids' Sunday School (Rm. 203)
10:30 a.m. Fellowship (Narthex)
10:35 a.m. Praise Band (Sanctuary)
11:00 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary or Streamed Live)
fpcconroe.org/watch live;
youtube.com/fpcconroe;
www.facebook.com/fpcconroe
FPC Church App (See Downloads at fpcconroe.org
4:00-7:00 p.m. " A Year Through the Bible" Study (Rm. 105)
5:00 - 7:00 p.m. The Spark (Gym)
Spiritual Direction with Rev. Callie Candee
Christians have sought out silent prayer retreats for centuries; driven by a hun ger for closer communion with God, we choose times of silence, of meditation of Scripture, to hear God more clearly and to follow Jesus’ invitation to 'come away with me to a quiet place and rest.' In our ever too busy world, such an invitation is a blessing, as we enter stillness, reflection upon God’s Word, and open ourselves to hearing more fully God’s response to us. Rev. Callie Candee is offering one-on-one Spiritual Direction sessions for our congregation. She can be reached at CallieCandee@yahoo.com.
This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.
(Psalm 118:24)
Updated Church Directory
Deborah Geddes is working with the Membership team to produce an updated release of the church directory. If you are aware of any updates that need to be made, please contact her at 832.212.2600.
Prayer List Updates
In an effort to keep everyone informed with accurate and timely requests, we would like to update our prayer list.
If someone on the prayer list no longer requires prayer, please make the church office staff aware. Thank you.
Our Sunday Morning Schedule
8:30 a.m. Worship Service with Communion
9:00 a.m. Fellowship (Bistro)
9:30 a.m. Sunday School Classes
10:30 a.m. Fellowship (Narthex)
10:35 a.m. Praise Band (Sanctuary)
11:00 a.m. Worship Service
The 11:00 a.m. Service is streamed live to:
FPCConroe.org (Watch live or later)
Facebook (FPCConroe)
YouTube (FPCConroe)
FPC Church APP
If you encounter problems with this website (links, etc.) please report them directly to Donna Kattner
at dkattner@gmail.com for a quick fix. Suggestions are also welcome. Thank you.
Prayer List Updates:
Please help us keep the list updated. Your assistance is appreciated.
Wear Your Name Badges!
To help Rev. Saathoff and his wife, Katy, get to know us easier, members are encouraged to wear their name badges on Sunday, September 15, and subsequent Sundays as well.
In case you’ve lost your badge or need a replacement, new badges with magnetic backings have been printed and are available in the narthex. Please see Pat Hudson if you have any questions.
Also, all church members are asked to wear their name badges when visiting FPC and/or PDS. Anyone that does not have a badge should stop at the FPC office and get one before entering any other area of the building. While this may take a little extra time, it is necessary that we provide a safe environment for our school children, teachers and staff members. We appreciate your under standing.


