We want to make this year a year where we “Serve Together.” Throughout the year, you will have the chance to learn about different nonprofits in our community through church-wide acts of service. Pick up a Passport to Service on January 23 and keep track of all the ways you and your family have helped our community throughout the year! Each project will have a sticker to put on your passport to remind you of your experiences! I look forward to seeing you as we serve God together.
One of your first opportunities to serve happens Sunday, January 16, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The church will be holding a blood drive this Sunday in our church parking lot. Gulf Coast Regional keeps our area stocked with life sustaining blood for those who have had an accident, a surgery, a blood cancer and many other debilitating physical issues. But blood also helps the smallest and most vulnerable of us. Stephanie Laskoskie wanted to share her story with you. Read her story below. You can sign up to give by clicking here. If you sign up online, you’ll receive a t-shirt.
On January 22, we will be participating in our partner Mobile Pantry with Metropolitan UMC and Eastside Church of Christ. Join us in distributing food to 100 families in Conroe. Sign up here to participate or email me at janet@fmconroe.org.
Blessings,
Janet Stilwell
Pastor of Congregational Care and Missions
at First Methodist Conroe
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The Laskoskies
Gage & Sadie Laskoskie were born at 23 weeks 2 days gestation weighing 1lb9oz and 1lb7oz. Their heads were smaller than a baseball, their bodies when fully stretched were 11" long, their skin was translucent because it was not developed, and their eyes were fused shut.
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Thank you for being the hands and feet of Christ!
In a single day, three individuals (church members and individuals from our community) came up to the church and picked up medical equipment. Items such as: crutches, wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs, and canes. On this very day, we had another family donate multiple items of equipment. From amputees, surgical rehabilitation, to loss of strength, this equipment allows individuals better stability and the means to be mobile. This could not have happened without the donations received from our church members and others within our community. If you have donations, or have a need yourself, contact Kellie Taglioli, Director of Caring Ministries at ktaglioli@fmconroe.org or (936) 756-3395 ext. 135
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Acolyte Ministry
The word acolyte comes from the Greek word akolouthos, meaning follower, helper, or assistant. Our acolytes bring in the light of Christ to our worship service and they lead us out taking the light of Christ into the world. Children who are in the 3rd-6th grade are invited to be a part of this ministry team and serve as a worship leader. If your child would like to take part, please contact Ruth Ann Person at rperson@fmconroe.org for more information.
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Blood Drive
Sun., January 16 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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January Mobile Pantry
Sat., January 22 at 11:00 a.m.
Help our neighbors start the year off right by participating in our Mobile Pantry on January 22nd at 11:00 am at Eastside Church of Christ at 201 Booker T Washing St. Conroe 77301. Email Rev. Janet Stilwell at janet@fmconroe.org if you would like to take part.
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Disciple III
Sun., February 6 through October 30
from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Are you ready to continue your DISCIPLE journey? Disciple III: Remember Who You Are, is a 32-week study that we will begin in February 2022, both in-person and via Zoom. Participants will read the major and minor Old Testament prophets, with the exception of Daniel, and will read the thirteen Letters attributed to Paul. Participants need to have already taken Disciple 1: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study. Direct your questions to Sarah Mills at smills@fmconroe.org.
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Live Like Jesus
When Jesus calls his disciples he says, “Come, follow me.” He invites them to walk with Him, listen to Him, learn from Him and live like Him. He calls us to do the same. This year, let us live like Jesus, love like Jesus, serve like Jesus and give like Jesus.
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