Announcements:

Worship Service: March 30, 2025


8:30 and 11:00 a.m.  Worship Service

"Lost and Found"

Senior Pastor: Rev. Seth Saathoff

Scripture Readings:  Colossians 3:12-17; Luke 15: 1-3, 11-32.

Flowers in the Sanctuary


Today’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.

"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)

Easter Lilly Order and Dedications


As is our usual practice, we will have lilies for the Easter Sunday services, along with dedications in celebration, honor or memory of loved ones.

 Forms for dedications are located on page 19 of this bulletin (or you can pick one up at the Welcome Desk). Simply complete the form and place it in the offering plate, or return it to the church office with your payment of $15 per lily.

The deadline for lily orders is Thursday, April 10th.





WELCOME NEW MEMBERS


Welcome to new members that joined FPC March 16, 2025
(l. to r.):   John & Cathy Wright, Rev. Saathoff,
Tommy & Jenni Taylor.

New and Prospective Members Invited to "First Steps."
(Orientation Class) on April 13


First Presbyterian Church Conroe and its Membership Committee will host a new and prospective member lunch and orientation class called First Steps on Sunday, April 13, from 12:30 p.m. (following the 11 a.m. worship service) until 1:45 p.m. in the Family Life Center Gym.  

First Steps gives new and prospective members an overview of the Christian faith, the Presbyterian tradition, and the mission and ministries of our church. Rev. Saathoff and several lay leaders will facilitate this class. Lunch and nursery will be provided.  

Please confirm your attendance to Steve Scheffler at (281)-851-1690 or email: scscheffler@sbcglobal.net on or before April 9.

New Bible Study Series Begins May 4th


On May 4, Frank Denton will host a one-hour class on Sunday evening at 5:00 p.m., “The Bible, an Overview” as an introduction into his new Bible Study to begin in June.

This study will take you through the Bible Genesis-Revelations in a 52-week period. We will cover a book (or two) each week in our one-hour study. As a guideline we will use Dr. Alan B Stringfellow’s work book “Through the Bible in One Year” You will learn major themes of all the books, the key verses, the central mes sages. You will learn how each book is organized, how it came into being and its role in the Bible story.

This may well be the most exciting journey of your Christian life. It will go through step by step each book and connect the dots, if you will, for God’s plan of redemption for mankind from the first chapter. You will learn why the Jewish faith and traditions have had a strong influence on our Christian community even today. How the prophecies and events of the Old Testament relate to the New Testament and even our modern traditions and Christian faith. Sermons we hear weekly and hymns we sing will take on a new and special meaning after seeing how they relate to events in the Bible.  

 We hope to see you Sunday May 4th at 5:00 for an introduction to this exciting and informative journey.

Greeters Needed for 8:30 Service



We are in need of Greeters for the 8:30 am service. If you would be able to greet before and after the service,
once a month, please contact Judy Wein burger at (713) 203-8458.


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.

When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. On entering the house,
they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage.
Then,   opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold,   frankincense, and myrrh.
Matthew 2: 10:11
 

Capital Campaign Kick-Off


Our church’s capital campaign to reduce our long-term debt will continue into the month of May. By bestowing our gifts to reduce the church’s debt, our church will be able to use the savings on debt service payments for our out reach and mission to serve our Lord and share His love with others.  

Our church’s capital campaign to reduce our long-term debt will continue into the month of May. Pastor Seth continues his messages on “Gifts from the Heart to Grow His Kingdom,” and you will be contacted individually about how you can participate. By bestowing our gifts to reduce the church’s debt, our church will be able to use the savings on debt service payments for our outreach and mission to serve our Lord and share His love with others.

Purpose:

Reduce the church’s debt When our debt was refinanced in 2022, one of the loan stipulations was that we conduct a capital campaign within a set time.  

Goal:

$800,000 to be paid over 3 years Visiting stewards will contact individual members to meet during March or April to provide information and answer questions.    

Pledges to Date:

$762,000  (God is good!) What if we raise more than $800,000? We can dedicate even more to out reach and operations! Here’s how much we can dedicate to outreach and operations by the end of the 3-year campaign:

Debt Reduction

$800,000

$900,000

$1,000,000

Savings (nearest 1,000)

$70,000 annually

$78,000 annually

$86,000 annually


What can you do?

Please pray for (1) the overall success of our campaign so that FPC-Conroe can further our outreach to grow God’s Kingdom and (2) how God is calling you individually to be part of this opportunity.  Visiting stewards will reach out to meet during March or April to provide information and answer questions.    

Celebration Sunday:  May

In May, we will celebrate the amounts pledged for our capital campaign.  Just as the wise men rejoiced, we will joyfully celebrate and pay homage to Christ with our gifts to grow His kingdom.

Children's Church

After the Children’s Sermon, children between 5-8 are invited to attend Children’s Church, where they will pray, sing praise songs, and learn Bible stories - everything we do in a regular church service, but more age-appropriate.

Children will return to the sanctuary for the final hymn.   Volunteers are needed, so please use the link or scan the QR code to pick a date!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4CABAD2EA2F94-55218097-childrens

PDS FUNDRAISER


PDS is selling the Slice the Price (StP) card to raise money towards day school costs.  


• The cost of the card is just $20* so it can quickly pay for itself! * plus shipping, if ordered online

• Every time you buy a large pizza at menu price, you get a large pizza FREE!

• Great for parties! Get double the large pizzas no matter how many you order!

• UNLIMITED uses through 12/31/2025.

The Slice the Price card works in 1,879  Dominoes stores in 30 states, and counting.

Want to support without purchasing for yourself? Or want to give extra support? Donate Slice the Price cards directly to Presbyterian Day School!

• Enter the number of cards you want to donate. (Do not enter a dollar value!)

• Donated cards will be delivered to Presbyterian Day School at the end of their fundraiser.

• They get the same financial support as if you bought for yourself, PLUS they can resell or give away the cards you donated.

Great for appreciation gifts, promotional items, and more! You pay no shipping on donated cards.

https://store.dominos.cards/47291

73rd Annual Men's Conference at Mo Ranch


When:  May 2-4, 2025 (Enrollment Open)

Details:  The Cost is $375 per participant.

All men 18+ are invited to attend.   Youth between 13-17 may attend if  they register with an accompanying  adult sponsor.
If we get a large enough   group we can take the church bus.   If you are interested in attending,
please contact Rev. Seth Saathoff at ssaathoff@fpcconroe.org. ls.

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

Saturday with the Saathoffs


The Saathoff family wants to get to know our FPC family and is inviting you to dinner! Use the link to choose an upcoming Saturday that works for you.  

 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4CABAD2EA2F94-51851903-saturdays#/

(The Link above is now operational. Please try again if you previously had problems with it.)

14 Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.

Psalm 19:14

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Save the Date for Upcoming Events ...



Mar 28                                                         20's, 30's, & 40's Gathering (CLAP Group)

Mar 28                                                         Lifeline Screenings at FPC

Apr 13                                                          Palm Sunday

Apr 17                                                         Maundy Thursday

Apr 18                                                          Good Friday

Apr 20                                                          Easter Sunday Services / Easter Egg Hunt

Apr 27                                                           Youth Auction & Mystery Dinner

May 1                                                            National Day of Prayer




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.

Weekly Events ...


Sunday - March 30

8:30 a.m.    Worship Service with Communion

9:00 a.m.    Fellowship (Bistro)

9:30 a.m.   Bereans Sunday School Class with Bob Shepherd (Rm. 105)
                           Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus.

9:30 a.m.  Fellowship Class (Rm. 204 and via Zoom)
                       Studying "More Parables from the Back Side" by J. Ellsworth Kalas, taught by Deborah Geddes, Glenna Lang,
                       and Glenn Elms
                        Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84167943834? pwd=AdkAvynUbFSDwwusry9kmEgidSwHvG.1

9:30 a.m.   Exploring Our Faith with Susan Buckley (Rm. 206)

9:30 a.m.   Seekers' Bible Study with Randy Blanton (207)
                          Study of the Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippeans.

9:30 a.m.   FPC KID'S 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


5:00 - 7:00 p.m.  The Spark 

Monday - March 31

1:30 p.m.  Monday Bible Study (Parlor)


Tuesday -  April 1

10:00 a.m.  Rebecca Circle (Parlor)

Wednesday - April 2

9:30 a.m.   -  2:00 p.m. Mission Sewing (Rm. 105)
5:45 p.m.       Handbells Practice (Sanctuary)
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Chancel Choir Practice (Choir Room)


Sunday - April 6

8:30 a.m.  Worship With Communion

9:00 a.m.   Fellowship - Bistro

9:30 a.m.   Bereans Sunday School Class Bob Shepherd (Rm. 105)
                         Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus.

9:30 a.m.  Fellowship Class (Rm. 204)
                       Studying "More Parables from the Back Side" by J. Ellsworth Kalas, taught by Deborah Geddes, Glenna Lang,
                       and Glenn Elms
          Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84167943834? pwd=AdkAvynUbFSDwwusry9kmEgidSwHvG.1
                 
9:30 a.m.   Exploring Our Faith with Susan Buckley (Rm. 206)

9:30 a.m.   Seekers' Bible Study with Randy Blanton (207)
                           Study of the Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippians

9:30 a.m.    FPC Kid's  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)

5:00 - 7:00 p.m. The Spark (Gym)


Prayer List Updates:


Please help us keep the list updated. Your assistance is appreciated.