This Week & Beyond
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From the Pastor's Desk
Are You Ready for the Perfect Wedding?
I hope you are having a good week.
This past Sunday I preached a message on the Parable of the Ten Virgins from Matthew 25:1-13. The message explored the concept of readiness for Christ's return, likening it to preparation for a perfect wedding. It emphasized the importance of constant spiritual preparedness and the individual responsibility we have in maintaining our relationship with God.
Takeaways:
Spiritual readiness cannot be shared or passed on; it's an individual responsibility.
Our "oil" represents our burning passion for God's presence, our desire to know Him intimately, and our commitment to do His will.
Perseverance in faith, despite challenges, is crucial for being ready when Christ returns.
The message served as a powerful reminder that while we may not know the day or hour of Christ's return, we are called to live in a state of constant readiness. This involves actively engaging in our faith through prayer, Bible study, service, and maintaining a close relationship with God.
Let's take this week to reflect on our own spiritual preparedness. Are there areas in our lives where we need to "refill our oil"? How can we cultivate a deeper passion for God's presence?
May we all be found ready and waiting with joy for our perfect bridegroom.
In His love,
^PJ

Saturday | August 30 | 8:00 am
All men are invited on the last Saturday of each month. Plan to come together here at the church to start the day with a good meal and a great bunch of guys! Breakfast will be provided. Donations are suggested to underwrite the food cost.
Todos los hombres están invitados el último sábado de cada mes. ¡Planeen venir aquí a la iglesia para comenzar el día con una buena comida y un gran grupo de hombres! El desayuno será provisto. Se sugieren donaciones para cubrir el costo de la comida. Sabado 30 de Agosto a las 8am.
Desayuno para mujeres (Español)
El Sábado 30 de Agosto | Desayuno y Estudio Bíblico. 9:30 am
Lugar: Casa de Berta Curtis
Usted está invitada a unirse a nosotras en la casa de Berta Curtis (1710 Sun Point Ct, Humble, 77396) para un desayuno y estudio bíblico. Acompañe a este evento el último sábado de cada mes. Esté atenta a este anuncio cada mes para los detalles del lugar.
Contacto: Tita Flores, 281-900-2554

*Meet & Greet on September 4, 9:00 am
1st & 3rd Thursdays Beginning September 18
9:00 – 11:00 am | Café Classroom
Yearly Fee: $100 (payment plans available)
Childcare is provided (birth – pre-K) beginning at 8:45 am. MomCo is a global faith-based mentorship and Bible study program. Join us for muffins and coffee on Thursday, September 4, at the church for MomCo Meet & Greet.
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Wednesday | September 10 | 9:30 am | Location: Chick-fil-A
All women are invited to join us at the Chick-fil-A, 4594 Kingwood Drive. This group normally meets on the first Wednesday of every month, with this month being an exception. Watch this source each month for location details.
Contact: Carole Hardin-Oliver, carole.hardin_oliver@yahoo.com

All-Church “Day of the Nations” Lunch
Sunday | September 14 | 12:30 pm
All are invited to join in this special lunch in celebration of Day of the Nations, inspired by National Hispanic Heritage Month. Lunch will begin at approximately 12:30 pm when English Sunday School and the Spanish worship service ends. Bring a dish to share from your native state or country and label it somehow so each dish is identified for us.
Todos están invitados a unirse a este almuerzo especial en celebración del Día de las Naciones, inspirado por el Mes de la Herencia Hispana. El almuerzo comenzará aproximadamente a las 12:30 p.m., al terminar la Escuela Dominical en inglés y el servicio de adoración en español. Por favor, trae un platillo para compartir de tu estado o país de origen y etiquétalo de alguna manera para que podamos identificarlo.
Contact: Tita Flores, 281-900-2554
- Sept 1 - Church Office Closed for Labor Day Holiday
- Sept 8 - Church Board Meeting
- Oct 25 - Fall Festival
- Nov 7-9 - Man Camp
