Church Events

Arise Baptist holds games and carnival Bring the family to this fun event with games, snacks and Bible Stories from 5-6:15 p.m. Saturdays at Watonga Park July 14; and Clark Park July 21. Nacho Night is 5 p.m. July 15. Watermelon Night is 5 p.m. July 22. Register for VBS 6 p.m.-9 p.m. July 29-Aug. 3. Fall AWANA Club is 7 p.m. Aug. 15. Arise Baptist Church is located at 803 Curtain St. Call 713-659-9697 or visit www.arisebaptistchurch.org for information. St. Stephen’s First Feast at Live Oak Grill All are welcome to join us for the first Feast! Sunday, July 15, following the 11 a.m. service at Live Oak Grill, 10444 Hempstead Rd. Bring the St. Stephen’s bulletin and receive 10% off an appetizer. Feast! will be held on the third Sunday of each month. The yoga class will begin meeting … [Read more...] about News from the Pews – July 14

Zion Baptist holds Congress of Christian Education Annual Session The Lincoln Southern District Association Congress of Christian Education Annual Session will convene at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 9318 Homestead Rd. The pastor is Edward V. Lightfoot. The moderator is L.C. Dews, president Rory Thompson Sr. and Dean is Rev. Rodney Griggs. Highlights include the LSD Congress Musical at 5 p.m. July 8. A community health fair is from noon-2 p.m. July 11. A community blood drive is from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. July 13. Call 713-631-2595 for information. SongPlay mini-session at St. Stephen’s A six-week SongPlay mini-session begins July 11, at 9:15 a.m. in Room 101. Open to children from birth to preschool, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, SongPlay targets five areas of development: … [Read more...] about News from the Pews – July 7

Patriotic Musical at Oak Forest Baptist The Choir Patriotic Presentation this year will be 10:30 a.m. Sunday on July 1. The Musical is titled, “Land of the Free.” The Musical is celebrating God and Country. Narration is by Dr. Jerry Evans, soloist Dulie Ray, and Shelley Karl. Oak Forest Baptist Church is located at 1700 W. 43rd St. Call 713-682-4942 or visit www.oakforestbaptistnhca.org for information. Annual Fine Arts Camp at St. Stephen’s Parents and mentors are welcome to attend a time of sharing, including coffee and pastries, Sunday, July 1, following the 11 a.m. service in the sanctuary foyer. No formal program, just an opportunity to connect with others. For information, please contact Steven Fisher, Family Ministries Director at steven@stsumc.org. The 3rd Annual Fine … [Read more...] about News from the Pews – June 30

Freedom Fest celebrated at Advent Lutheran The community is welcome to come out to Advent Lutheran Church, 5820 Pinemont, 10:30 a.m. Sunday, June 24, and gather in the sanctuary for a special one service Freedom Fest celebration. This patriotic service will celebrate the love for Christ and the freedoms enjoyed as Americans. All who have served in the military will be honored at the service. Following the worship service, all will gather in the Life Center for an all-American lunch of hot dogs, hamburgers, baked beans, Frito pie, nachos, and apple pie with ice cream. Wear red, white and blue patriotic clothes. Call 713-686-8201 or visit www.adventhouston.org for information. Patriotic Musical at Oak Forest Baptist The Choir Patriotic Presentation this year will be 10:30 a.m. … [Read more...] about News from the Pews – June 23

‘Making Our Mark’ series at St. Stephen’s A new worship series, “Making Our Mark,” continues at 8:30 and 11 a.m. through the third week of July. The series focuses on Jesus’ teachings and actions through the Gospel of Mark. “Love and Logic,” a parenting workshop, will be offered Sept. 17 through Oct. 22. The cost will be $150 for individuals and $250 for couples. For information and to register, visit stsumc.org/loveandlogic or pick up a registration form in the office. St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church is located at 2003 W. 43rd St. For information, call 713-686-8241 or visit www.stsumc.org and the church’s Facebook page. Picnic at St. Matthew’s St. Matthew’s welcomes the community to join the fun June 24, for an after worship old time picnic in the courtyard. The menu … [Read more...] about News from the Pews – June 16