And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen. 1 Peter 5:10-11
Fall Festival
Join us October 25th from 5:00-7:00 pm in Friends Center for Fall Festival! We will host a fun evening of old-school Friends Fall Festival activities, snow cones, hot dogs, trunk-or-treating, and so much more!
Invite some friends and neighbors and let’s celebrate Fall together. If you are interested in volunteering you can sign up by clicking the button below. If you aren’t available to volunteer, but would still like to contribute to Fall Festival, candy donations would be appreciated!
Sunday Evenings
Sunday Evening Bible Study, Kidzone, and Bible Quiz are on pause for Fall Break. JH and HS students meet at regular times for FUSE and CORE in Friends Center.
Family Promise
Save the date for our next Family Promise host week: Sunday November 1st-8th. You can sign-up for making/serving a meal or to stay as an overnight host by using the link below. You can also contact Andrew and Deidre Stevens or the church office to sign-up, if you have questions, or if you would just like more details on Family Promise.
September 2026 Financial Update
September Income: $ 59,728.51
September Expense: $ 186,249.59
Cash flow deficit for September: $ -126,521.08
Year-to-date Income as of 9/30: $ 785,616.89
Year-to-date Expense as of 9/30: $ 994,479.06
Year-to-date Cash flow deficit: $ -208,862.17
Please note that the reason for higher than usual expenses is the project to switch our HVAC from the chill water system that we have been using to DX units. Final payments on the electrical and HVAC portion of the work were made in September; some remaining work on fencing, sheetrock repair and painting will be paid in October. We have received a few designated gifts to help with this project, but we knew going in that there would be a significant impact on the 2026 budget due to the scope and expense involved in making this change. If you have questions, please feel free to contact either the church office, church treasurer Thomas Elder, or Facilities Coordinator Don Powell.
Worship Night
Join us on Saturday, November 7th from 6:00-7:30 PM as Maggie Thomas and Nichole Beltran lead Worship Night in the Chapel. Children are welcome and encouraged to attend, but the nursery will be available as well.
We look forward to an evening full of praise. Contact Maggie or Nichole for more details.
Men’s Ministry
Calling all men, young men, and boys! Friendswood Men’s Ministry is heading out into the wild to camp, hike, fish, get dirty, and fellowship by the fire! Come and go from Friday night, October 23rd, to Sunday, October 25th. Contact Luke Thomas for more details at 713-514-7032. Use the button below to RSVP.
Men’s Spiritual Formation
Renovation of the Heart: An Eight-Month Spiritual Formation Journey continues on October 15th in the Brides Room at 7:00pm.
Facilitated by Bryan Dudley and John Ashworth, this journey is designed for men who desire a more intentional and transformative life with Christ.
For more information or to express interest in participating, please text Bryan Dudley at 281.615.8421.
Pastor Appreciation Month
October is Pastor Appreciation Month. We want to thank our pastors for their faithful leadership, love, and dedication to our church family. We are so grateful for the way they serve, pray, and pour into our lives. We love and appreciate you!
Weekly Prayer
Weekly Prayer in the Chapel pauses tonight, but will resume next Tuesday from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.
Bell Friends
You are welcome to join the Bell Friends on Thursdays! Bring your own boxed lunch and enjoy lunch at noon, followed by a rehearsal at 12:30 p.m.