GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CHURCH

Join one of St. Peter's teams on Saturday, March 28 in the 4th Annual Katy Charity Bubble Run.

CONNECTIONSt. Peter’s UMC

March 6, 2020 VOL. 10, No. 12

Connecting the World with God’s Love

STUDENTS HEADING TO JAMAICA

In this issue, Chad McElveen gives you a sneak peek of what this year's senior high mission trip will look like and how to pray for the group as they head over to Hampstead, Jamaica.

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The time is finally here!

Tomorrow a group of 22 people from St. Peter’s will be heading out to our annual Senior mission trip in Jamaica. This trip will be an excellent opportu-nity for both students and adults to step out of their comfort zone and for the Holy Spirit to open our hearts and minds.

This week will be a busy one for our group in Hampstead, Jamaica. From visit-ing the local schools to building a house for an elderly member of their com-munity, which will keep us busy during the day. In the evenings, the students and adults will meet for fellowship and times of worship and Bible study.

Our group will not only be doing work there, but also contributing to the Hampstead community by donating backpacks, shirts, and literacy tools. Our hope is not to only solve an immediate need for the community but help them solve daily needs even after we leave.

We are not only looking forward to the lasting memories our group will create during this week, but also the spiritual growth they will have during the week. As the members of our group are outside their comfort zone, I am confident that the Holy Spirit will guide them to a closer relationship with Him. We also hope that their sense of community intensifies during the week and that this trip will create a desire to continue living in a community of faith.

To those of you who have supported this trip by participating in our fundraisers, or donated individually to a student, THANK YOU!

As we are in Jamaica, I kindly ask you to keep us in your prayers. Please pray for safe travels as we head to Jamaica and back, and safety during our time there; for all of our hearts to be open and receptive to what the Holy Spirit might show us as we are away; and that we all may come back with renewed hearts and minds.

We can’t wait to come back home and share the good news of what Jesus is doing in Jamaica.

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STUDENTS HEADING TO JAMAICA

Chad McElveen,Director of Student Ministry

Chad

TOWN HALL MEETINGOn March 28, St. Peter’s will participate in the 4th Annual Katy Charity Bubble Run 5k/10k and Kid’s Dash. This is a joint fundraiser that benefits several of our community partner ministries including: Hope Impacts, Clothed by Faith, and Christ Clinic, among others. This will be the third time that St. Peter’s will be joining the run to help support our ministry partners.

This event is an excellent opportu-nity for the members of St. Peter’s to come together in fellowship outside of Wednesday evening ac-tivities and Sunday morning wor-ship. This will also allow members to have a chance to learn more about the different organizations St. Peter’s partners with as it at-tempts to connect the world with God’s love.

“Every year we have participated in Katy Bubble Run, we end up having a blast as a church,” said Alex Zeisig, West Campus Pastor. “For the last two years in a row, our church has been the group with the most participants, and I am certain that we will be able to continue our streak this year.”

St. Peter’s group will split into two teams, Team Gold and Team Blue. Team Gold will be led by Dr. Pat Sparks, Austin Kincannon, David Galasso, and Parker Zim-merman, while Team Blue will be led by Alex Zeisig, Jamison Doehring, Whitney Peper, and Stephen Walker. When you sign up, you will be able to choose which team you would like to join.

“Even though we are divided by teams, we are participating as one united group, which at the end is the important thing,” said Alex. “However, until the day of the race, I am going to recruit as many people as possible for the Blue Team.”

This will be a family event that you won’t want to miss, as there will also be a Kid’s Dash race for the children. After the race, there will be a post-race party with food trucks, vendors, a kid’s fun zone, and live entertainment.

To sign up for the race, you may visit their website. As you are signing up for the race, make sure you click the “Join Group/Team” link during your registration and join either the Gold or Blue teams.

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Stephen Ministries

In times of trouble, we look for friends to listen to us while we work through our feelings. A Stephen Minister can be such a friend, either to you or to someone you know. Stephen Ministers are com-mitted to providing Christian care for others going through a difficult time. If you or someone you know could benefit from the trained, car-ing presence and listening ear of a Stephen Minister, con-tact Rev. Whitney Peper at 281-492-8031.

Job Search Assistance

The Job Search Assistance Group meets every Wednes-day at 6:30 p.m. in S202 for those interested in a program to help with finding employ-ment or job change. We will discuss search tactics, online submittals, networking, re-sumes, and interviewing for both general and specific job searches. There is no charge for this program. When at-tending, please be on time, bring your recent resume and be prepared to take notes. For information, please con-tact Hector McLoughlin at 832-217-6768.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CHURCH

St. Peter's group at last year's Katy Fun Run

This Sunday at St. Peter's...We will continue our sermon series, Verified.

Throughout the Gospel according to John, Jesus makes radical, world-altering claims about who He is - and God's purpose for all of us - through seven different "I Am" statements.

This Sunday we will look at what Jesus meant when he said is the Gate for the Sheep.

We hope to see you this Sunday!

Title: Verified: I Am the Gate for the SheepScripture: John 10:7 Preaching Lineup:Traditional Service: C.J. StachurskiThe Element: Rev. Parker ZimmermanWest Campus: Rev. Bob JohnsonCourage: Rev. Whitney Peper

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SUNDAY'S INFORMATION

February 23Traditional Worship8:30 174 9:45 18111:00 316The Element9:45 92 11:00 73West Campus 133 West Campus Students/Kids 80Courage 22Korean Service 23 SPLASH 43Splish Splash 22Mid-Winter Camp 24TOTAL 1,183

ST. PETER’S ATTENDANCEMarch 1Traditional Worship 8:30 157 9:45 19611:00 278The Element9:45 137 11:00 135West Campus 111 West Campus Students/Kids 32Courage 38Korean Service 22 SPLASH 48Splish Splash 22Ash Wednesday 568TOTAL 1,744

GET CONNECTED!

There is a free app that will make it easier to connect with St. Peter’s through your mobile devices. The ACS Church Life app allows you to access the informa-tion in the member database found on our website. You can search through our member directory, register for events, check the church calendar, and give on-line. Once you have downloaded the app, use the same log-in information that you use on our member database. If you have questions or don’t have a user name and password, contact Ashley Eidson.

CHURCH BUDGETOPERATING BUDGET2020 Operating Budget is set at$3,254,000Actual Giving through January 2020$250,177Expenses through Expenses through January$246,0642020 Apportionments are $276,424

2019 END OF THE YEAR RESULTS

Projected Giving for 2019 $3,190,000Actual Giving through December 2019 $3,351,708*Expenses through December 2019 $3,115,7322019 Apportionments Paid $295,713 of $295,713

* Includes $236,533 Gain on Sale of West Campus Right of Way Designated to West Campus Capital Campaign

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CHURCH INFORMATION

March 9-15Monday: Psalm 26, Tuesday: Psalm 27,

Wednesday: Psalm 28, Thursday: Psalm 30, Friday: Psalm 31, Saturday: Psalm 32,

Sunday: Psalm 46

Daily BibleReading

March 16-22Monday: Psalm 48, Tuesday: Psalm 69,

Wednesday: Psalm 71, Thursday: Psalm 75, Friday: Psalm 77, Saturday: Psalm 84,

Sunday: 2 Chronicles 1:1-17

PRAYERS

Evelyn Asher, Lyle Asplin, Bud Barber, Fred & Danny Barnet, Pam Bergman, Gene Beyer, Ivan Bishop, Margaret Brasseux, Becky Boudreaux, Pat Bourgious, Robert Braquet, Dennis Bowling, Jeri Brock, Tera Christian, Janice Dewitz, Loretta Dienst, Sallie Doran, Mitchell Eck, Karen Fanty & Larry Lignitz, Jim Ficalora, Robin Gannon, Olivia Green, Judy Gosnell, Art Henderson, Barabra & John Hobbs, Kathy Howe, Kathey Huckabee, Catherine & Brent Jones, Marilyn Joyner, Oscar Jones, Joe Kearney, Lu Lane, Betty Langley, Billie Lewis, Frank Litchauer, Patrice & Mike Marcarelli, Elizabeth McDaniel, Patty & Vince McDermott, Mike & Cindy McKinney, Richard McSwain, Kathryn Mendoza, Phyllis Mooney, Joe Mun-gavin III, Victor Nelson, Martha Peddy, Kathy & Jerry Powell, Sue Oehler, Fern Reeves, Patrice Rodriguez, Bill Schacht, Stephanie Schumann, Don Scruggs, Georgiana Simmons, Janice Webb Skillman, Emma Stoddard, Barbara Spain, Wanda Teas, Barbara Thoen, Irene Vanstrease,

PRAYERS (continued)

Gail Allison Vaughan, Bill & Vivienne Wardle, John Warner, Merle Williams, Michaela WIlliams, Shelia Williams, Shirley Wilson, Frank Womack, & Billy Wright.

JOY

- To Katie & Luke L’Ecuyer on the birth of their daughter, Aurora L’Ecuyer.

SYMPATHY

- To Charlotte & John Gray on the death of her aunt, Carol Thompson.

- To Clifford & Marti Johnson on the death of his brother-in-law, Gene Stuble, & brother, Melvin Johnson.

- To Larry & Teresa Steele on the death of his mother, Margaret Steele.

PRAY FOR EACH OTHER

PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARYJake Armijo, Clayton Barnes, Tim and Alison Batig, John Belsha, John Buck, Jonathan Burdette, Sterling Burdette, Skyler Cook, Cameron Crawford, Austin Foster, Westley Freeze, Tyler J. Gorcie, Dylan Greismeyer, Stinson Hamilton, Stephen Travis Harding, Jason Harr, Anthony Harris, Adam Higdon, Tyler Konrad, Mike Linn, Erik Miller, Matthew Moses, Blake Nunes, Cameron Nunes, Ryan O’Quinn, Tyler O’Quinn, Melissa Ouellette, Kenneth Perry, Matthew Platz, Noah Platz, Shawn Platz, Kevin Quentin, Jack Ritchie, Don Rolleg, Ben Saunders, Theo Speas, Jason Steele, Kyle Taylor, Joshua Thompson, Sabrina Weinreich, Jacob Wilke, & Jasen Wilson.

Lent Study of JohnThis Lent Season we are studying the book of John on Facebook. As we go through the fourth book of the Gospel, we would like for you to share your insights and ask any questions you might have on the text. Rev. Bob Johnson will be leading our discussions, and we will all be helping each other answer the difficult questions we might see in the Scripture.

This group is created to help us all grow as one in this community of faith.

To join the group, like our Facebook page, and click where it says, “Lent 2020 Study of John.”

Special Needs VBSSt. Peter’s believes that all of God’s children are welcome and called to the church to live into the mission of connecting the world with God’s love. Part of that mission is making sure we provide programs for all

people. This summer, we are excited to offer a Special Needs Vacation Bible School. This three-day program will be held on June 23-25, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. each day on the Kingsland Campus of St. Peter’s UMC.

This program is open to children, teens, and adults with aspecial need (or disability). One-on-one buddies for each par-ticipant is provided. There will be music, snacks, Bible stories, games, worship, and a unique activity each day. The cost is $50

per person, and if the attendee comes with a caregiver there is no charge for the caregiver to attend. Scholarships are available.

For more information, please contact Whitney Peper.

Passover Seder MealOn Wednesday, April 8, we will again partner with the Tree of Life Messianic Jewish Congregation to host the Passover Seder.

Passover is a significant holiday in the Jewish calendar, and we are blessed to be able to be a part of it dur-ing our Holy Week. Registration is already open in our website.

The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children under 10. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Bücher or 281-492-8031.

Cold & Flu Season PrecautionsIn light of the cold and flu season and the Coronavirus, please read this letter from Dr. Pat Sparks on the steps St. Peter's is taking to keep our congregation healthy.

West Campus Children’s Coordinator NeededSt. Peter’s is seeking a part-time coordinator for Children’s Ministry to work 20 hours per week for our West Campus. The coordinator supports the West Campus on Sundays, Wednesday Nights and is in the office during the week. Education requirements include childhood development or an education degree or background.

Applicants should be able to multitask, problem-solve, organize, and work in a busy environment and be available on Sundays at our West Campus. If you are outgoing, creative, love working in a high-energy space, and have the desire to support our growing Children’s Ministries, we want to talk with you.

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HAPPENING AT ST. PETER'S

Prayer Quilt MinistryYou are invited to join the Prayer Quilt Ministry on Wednesday, March 11, in E221, from 9 a.m. to noon. This ministry has created more than 1,000 quilts to give to those needing comfort. Quilting experience is not required.

For more information, contact Tereasa Reimer at 281-492-8031.

Open Hearts Support GroupOpen Hearts is a support group for families and friends of LGBTQ persons. They offer a safe and affirming setting for those who desire understanding, education, and support. They welcome anyone to be a part of this group, whether you need support or can provide support.

Open Hearts meets the third Thursday of the month. Their next meeting is Thursday, March 19, at 7 p.m. in E225.

For more information or to RSVP, please contact Elaine Saunders.

ECDC Class Openings for 2020-2021ECDC currently has openings in their Toddler classes, 2-day Threes classes, and 3-day Fours classes for the 2020-2021 school year. For more information, visit their website at stpetersecdc.org, or contact the St. Peter’s ECDC Office at 281-492-0623 or via email, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Brown Bag BridgeThe winners for February are Jody Nicholas, high. Second high was Tom Young. Bring your lunch and join them for their next play date on Thursday, March 12 at 10 a.m. in Room E-106.

Register for VBSIf you signed up to volunteer at VBS and would like for your child(ren) to participate at this year’s VBS, registration is already open. To register your child(ren), please visit our website.

Registration for St. Peter’s members is already open and community regis-tration will open on Monday, March 9.

Senior Sunday at St. Peter’sWe will honor the class of 2020 during our Sunday services and again that evening during our Senior Dinner on May 3. Please RSVP by April 22 to let us know which service you would like to be recognized.

You can register and find more information in our website.

Student Ministry Summer CampsStudent Ministry has great mission trips planned for the summer. Serve with us June 17-20 at Camp Con-nect (6th-8th grade) or help others by going to U.M. ARMY July 7-13 (9th-12th grade). For information on how to register, please visit our website.

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HAPPENING AT ST. PETER'S

S u n d ay Worship 8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship with Holy Communion

9:45 a.m. Traditional Worship

9:45 The Element Contemporary Worship

Sunday School for All Ages

10:30 a.m. St. Peter’s West Campus at Cinco Ranch High School

11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship

11:00 a.m. The Element Contemporary Worship

11:00 a.m. Korean Worship Service

SPLASH Children’s Worship

Sunday School for Adults

5:00 p.m. Courage Worship for All

St. Peter’sUnited Methodist Church20775 Kingsland Blvd.Katy, Texas 77450

Men’s BreakfastThursdays

7:30 a.m.

Whataburger

23540 Westheimer

Join us!

St. Peter’s Events CalendarMonday, March 99:15 a.m. Faithfully Fit The Quad 6:00 p.m. Care Team E106Tuesday, March 1012:00 p.m. Better Bodies The QuadWednesday, March 119:00 a.m. Prayer Quilt Ministry E221/E2229:30 a.m. Rescue Houston Phone Bank E2256:30 p.m. Religious Topics Class S209Thursday, March 1210:00 a.m. Brown Bag Bridge E10612:00 p.m. Better Bodies The QuadMonday, March 169:30 a.m. Monday Morning Bible Study E2251:30 p.m. Alzheimer's Support S209Wednesday, March 185:15 p.m. St. Peter's Family Table Lott Hall6:00 p.m. Rooted Wesley6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Kids SPLASH TheaterThursday, March 1912:00 p.m. Better Bodies The Quad7:00 p.m. Open Hearts E225

A detailed calendar of St. Peter’s events is available on our website.