Announcements:

Worship Services:

8:30 a.m. Worship with Communion
11:00 a.m.  Worship Service

"Come as You Are ... Dress Accordingly"

Rev. Seth Saathoff

Scripture Readings:  Exodus 32:1-14; Matthew 22:1-14.

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Love  God - Live Generously - Invest in Others!

Flowers in the Sanctuary

Sunday's flowers are given to the glory of God

by Judy Weinburger, in memory of parents,

Bob & Marjorie Johnson and Al & Evelyn Weinburger.

Save the Date for Upcoming Events ...

October 9                                                                         Pumpkin Delivery

October 10-31                                                            Pumpkin Patch

October 12                                                                      PDS Closed for School Holiday

October 24                                                                      Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat

November 1                                                                     All Saints Day

Financial Report 

(YTD as of 9/30/2026)

To the FPC-C church family:
 
If you’ve been paying attention, I’m sure that you’re aware that our ongoing Capital Campaign has been a terrific success. To date, we have reduced our outstanding debt by more than $1,000,000 and lowered our yearly debt pay ments by over $70,000!

Despite this wonderful success story, we are facing yet another financial challenge. If you look at the church’s financial results as of 9/30/2026, we now have a small budget deficit for the first time in almost four years. If left unchecked, however, the projected deficit at year-end would be almost $20,000.

The good news is that we still have three months to turn this around. The last time we faced this challenge (2022), we were able to achieve a balanced budget by year-end because of the generous response of the entire congregation. With God’s help, we can make it happen again. Every dollar counts. Are you willing to help?

Fred Kate Church Treasurer

School Safety Protocol

Due to safety protocols that are in place at PDS, only school employees and parents with students should use the FLC school entrance Monday through Thursday during school hours.

All church members and visitors should come to the church side and sign in at church office. Please be sure to wear your name badge so that PDS Staff knows you're supposed to be in the building. Thank you for your cooperation.

New Door Access System and Security Recording Notice 

Dear FPC/PDS Family & Staff,

As part of our ongoing commitment to safety and security, we have recently installed a new door access system at our facility.
Please be aware that this system includes audio and video recording capabilities at entry doors. The recordings are intended to enhance building security, support access monitoring, and help ensure the safety of everyone on our campus.  

We wanted to make sure all staff and visitors are aware that audio and video recordings may occur at building entry points.
If you have any questions regarding the new system, please feel free to contact the office. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Many blessings,

Dena Sowden

Our Sunday Morning Schedule

8:30 a.m. Worship 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

Science & God Study Group

Hosted by Matthew Laletas

Introduction:

For our upcoming season of Wednesday Night Live, we are excited to introduce a new group study entitled "Science and God." This group is designed for anyone curious about how our understanding of the natural world intersects with our Christian faith. For some, the most profound moments happen when Biblical truth and scientific discovery meet. We believe that God created this marvelous universe, gifting us the intelligence to unravel its mysteries layer by layer as we grow in knowledge and spirit.

What we will explore:
 
• Scripture: Deep dives into Genesis, Job, and Psalms.
• Literature: Insights from The Case for a Creator by Lee Strobel.
• Current Events: Modern scientific articles and emerging theories.

Questions:

If you have questions or are interested in joining us, please reach out to Mat thew Laletas (302)-593-6877, or contact Dena Sowden for more information. We look forward to exploring the wonders of creation with you!

"Through the Bible in One Year"

by Alan Stringfellow

The series of “Through the Bible in One Year” will begin again on Sunday,   August 30th, at 4:00 p.m. Classes will last one hour. The series will be led by Frank Denton, using a workbook by Alan Stringfellow (provided at no charge to participants). This very well received program was just completed by about 25 participants this past June. Several have indicated they intend to repeat the program. You are encouraged to visit with someone who has completed the program for their recommendation. As in the past, this program is open to the public as well as church members, or those from other denominations who might want to attend, so feel free to invite a friend.

This series will demonstrate how each book of the Bible is connected and re lates to the other, in both the New as well as Old Testament. The unfolding drama of the coming of the Messiah, which comes together as a finely woven piece of cloth. Open to all ages, whether a Bible student or just getting started, all are welcome. No cost, no tests!

Please put your name on the sign-up sheet located in the church office so that enough workbooks can be ordered. We look forward to seeing you and begin ning this exciting journey.

Christmas Boxes for
the International Seafarers' Center
Port of Houston

For many years Presbyterian Women of our church, with the help of our entire congregation, have packed 100 shoe boxes a year with non-perishable items (such as hygiene supplies, socks, caps, and Texas souvenirs) and delivered them to the Port of Houston for distribution to ships that come in from mid-November through December. This is a Christmas project for faith communities in the Houston area, and thousands of seafarers are reached in this way. It is an important opportunity to offer a gesture of “hospitality” to some of those who serve us all year long.

If you would like to help with monetary support for this project, please make a donation through the church, marked clearly for the “Seafarer’s boxes.” Our shopping is now in progress and will continue through October, in order to meet a November 6 packing date. Our boxes will be dedicated in Worship November 8 and delivered to the Seafarers’ Center the following week. If you have questions or need more information about this opportunity, please call the church office (936) 756- 8884 or Liz Kessler (713) 818-1006.

Children's Church  and Sunday School
Volunteers Needed

Seeking volunteers for Children’s Church and Children’s Sunday School, which will be starting September 13. Please contact Dena to volunteer (DSowden@fpcconroe.org).

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.

Prayer List Updates

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.

"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)

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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.