United Methodist ChurchWestbury

United Methodist ChurchWestbury

United Methodist ChurchWestbury

United Methodist ChurchWestbury

WelcomeAt Westbury UMC, we center ourselves around the simple

yet powerful teaching of Jesus to “love God and love neighbor.” We live this out through rhythms of worship

and spiritual devotion, serving together in the community, and learning day by day how to follow God more closely. We’re a people of all ages, nations and races––a church for all people with more than enough love to go around. It’s within a diverse community that we are shaped into God’s people.

When it comes to children and youth, we believe in empowering the family to play a vital role in the spiritual development of young people. We are committed to equipping parents, grandparents and friends with the tools to nurture a child’s faith.

WORSHIPWe worship every Sunday at 10:45 am. Children are welcome in worship with their families every Sunday morning. About mid-way through the service, 4-year-olds–2nd graders will be invited to go with our children’s ministry team for Children’s Worship Time. Always as an option for families, nursery care is provided for babies through age 4.

SUNDAY SCHOOLAt 9:30 am, Sunday School classes are held for 3- and 4-year olds as well as K–2nd and 3rd–5th graders. Westbury UMC’s dedicated

teachers plan activities based on a well-rounded curriculum called Grow, Proclaim, Serve. Youth in 6th–12th grades meet upstairs in the Youth Wing for Sunday school, and there are various classes for parents that also meet simultaneously.

FAMILY MINISTRY EVENTSWe hope you’ll look over our Family Ministry Events Calendar. You and your family are welcome here anytime!

CORE VALUES: MULTICULTURAL INCLUSIVENESS l GRACE l ACCOUNTABILITY l TRANSFORMATION l COMMUNITY

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Unique Events

Sundays, September 7–28Back to Basics: Children’s Spirituality9:30–10:30 am | Room 102Join us for a four-week class for parents where we’ll explore what spiritual development looks like for our children and how families can support that development in practical ways.

Friday–Sunday, September 12–14Confirmation Retreat6 pm Fri – 2 pm Sun | Camp AllenConfirmation is primarily for 6th graders, or any middle-schoolers who have not gone through. This year we will kick off Confirma-tion with a retreat for the confirmands and their families. We will journey through what Confirmation means and what is expected.

Saturday, September 27Neighborhood Bike Ride & Walk9–11 am | Meet in Parking LotHop on your bike and let’s ride together through a 3-mile residen-tial loop, starting at the church parking lot. We’ll stop by Godwin Park on our return trek for playtime and some snacks. Families of all ages are welcome!

Sunday, September 28Youth Bowling5–7 pm | Palace Bowling Lanes 4191 Bellaire Blvd

Head on over to Palace Bowling Lanes for some good food and a few frames. This is a great event to bring a friend to. You’ll want to bring some money for food, but the games are on us!

Recurring EventsSunday Mornings

Children’s Sunday School9:30–10:30 am | Children’s WingSunday School classes are held for 3- and 4-year olds as well as K–2nd and 3rd–5th graders in age-appropriate classrooms. Westbury UMC’s devoted teachers plan activities based on a well-rounded curriculum called Grow, Serve, Proclaim.

Youth Sunday School9:30–10:30 am | Youth WingHear from great teachers and spend some time with your friends, all while growing deeper in your relationship with God!

Sunday Afternoons

Children’s Choir Rehearsal (starting Sept. 28)

3:00–3:45 pm | C-1, Children’s WingAges 4 through 2nd grade learn rhythm, the elements of music and songs of the faith. Lively rehearsals conclude with a light snack. The Children’s Choir regularly sings in worship.

Youth Choir Rehearsal (starting Sept. 28)

4–5 pm | Room 200, Choir SuiteThe Agape Youth Choir (6th–12th graders) prepares songs for worship and special music.

Youth Group 5–7 pm | Humphrey HallEach week we meet to talk about what is going on in our lives and how God is showing up in the everyday stuff! We gather for food, student-led worship, and discussion on any number of topics.

Wednesday Evenings

Youth Bible Study (starting Sept. 10)

6–7:30 pm | Youth WingA new mid-week Bible study for our 7th–12th grade students. This fall and winter, we will be working through the Gospel of John. Students will not need to purchase anything for the study. Simply bring your Bible and a pen or pencil for notes.

2014Recurring Events

Sunday Mornings

Children’s Sunday School9:30–10:30 am | Children’s WingSunday School classes are held for 3- and 4-year olds as well as K–2nd and 3rd–5th graders in age-appropriate classrooms. Westbury UMC’s devoted teachers plan activities based on a well-rounded curriculum called Grow, Serve, Proclaim.

NO CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL ON OCT. 5

Youth Sunday School 9:30–10:30 am | Youth WingHear from great teachers and spend some time with your friends, all while growing deeper in your relationship with God!

NO YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL ON OCT. 5

Sunday Afternoons

Children’s Choir Rehearsal3:00–3:45 pm | C-1, Children’s WingAges 4 through 2nd grade learn rhythm, the elements of music and songs of the faith. Lively rehearsals conclude with a light snack. The Children’s Choir regularly sings in worship.

Youth Choir Rehearsal4–5 pm | Room 200, Choir SuiteThe Agape Youth Choir (6th–12th graders) prepares songs for worship and special music.

Youth Group5–7 pm | Humphrey HallEach week we meet to talk about what is going on in our lives and how God is showing up in the everyday stuff! We gather for food, student-led worship, and discussion on any number of topics.

Wednesday Evenings

Youth Bible Study6–7:30 pm | Youth WingA new mid-week Bible study for our 7th–12th grade students. This fall and winter, we will be working through the Gospel of John. Students will not need to purchase anything for the study. Simply bring your Bible and a pen or pencil for notes.

NO YOUTH BIBLE STUDY ON OCT. 1 OR 29

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Unique Events

Friday–Sunday, October 3–5Westbury Without Walls All-Church RetreatCamp Allen in NavasotaWestbury Without Walls is a weekend for our church family to gather in the piney woods to talk, eat, play, pray and be in nature. The cost is $60 per person, $200 maximum per family. This covers lodging and meals. There are additional costs for activities such as canoeing, horseback riding, etc. Register on the church website!

Saturday, October 11More Than Enough Love Community Service 8 am–2 pm | Multiple Worksites Families are invited to join the church in a day of service. There will be something to do for all ages!

Saturday, October 187th Annual SW Houston School Expo10 am–Noon | Humphrey HallTrying to find the best educational fit for your child? Explore booths and talk to representatives from 40 elementary, middle and high schools in the SW Houston area.

Sunday, October 12Money & Me9:30–10:30 am | ParlorIn October, we will help guide the family through the spiritual dis-cipline of tithing. On Sunday, October 12, parents and children will join together for Sunday school. There will be interactive activities to get families talking and take-home resources to continue the conversation with ways to strengthen this spiritual discipline.

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Unique Events

Sunday, November 23Youth Laser Tag5–7 pm | Laser Quest 1 13711 Westheimer Rd

What could be better than backlights and lasers? I know… food with backlight and lasers! Done. Join us for a fun-filled night of laser tag. Cost is TBD; bring a friend for a few hours of laser gun slinging delight!

Sunday, November 30Family ADVENTure Night5–7 pm | Humphrey HallOur whole church family is invited to join us in celebrating the start of Advent and preparing for the birth of Christ! There will be dinner, hot chocolate and cookies. Families will be able to create an Advent wreath and create crafts and family devotionals that will encourage families to spend time together during the week reflecting on Advent.

Sunday, November 30–December 14Adopt-A-Family TreeStarting the first Sunday in Advent, November 30, stop by the Café and select a family in need referred to us by our community partners, Anderson Elementary and the Casa el Buen Samaritano health clinic. Sunday school classes or families can go in together to buy Christmas gifts off their “wish lists.” This is a great oppor-tunity to focus on what we can give to others during this season!

Recurring Events

Sunday Mornings

Children’s Sunday School9:30–10:30 am | Children’s WingSunday School classes are held for 3- and 4-year olds as well as K–2nd and 3rd–5th graders in age-appropriate classrooms. Westbury UMC’s devoted teachers plan activities based on a well-rounded curriculum called Grow, Serve, Proclaim.

Youth Sunday School 9:30–10:30 am | Youth WingHear from great teachers and spend some time with your friends, all while growing deeper in your relationship with God!

Sunday Afternoons

Children’s Choir Rehearsal3:00–3:45 pm | C-1, Children’s WingAges 4 through 2nd grade learn rhythm, the elements of music and songs of the faith. Lively rehearsals conclude with a light snack. The Children’s Choir regularly sings in worship.

NO CHILDREN’S CHOIR ON NOV. 23 AND 30

Youth Choir Rehearsal4–5 pm | Room 200, Choir SuiteThe Agape Youth Choir (6th–12th graders) prepares songs for worship and special music.

NO YOUTH CHOIR ON NOV. 23 AND 30

Youth Group5–7 pm | Humphrey HallEach week we meet to talk about what is going on in our lives and how God is showing up in the everyday stuff! We gather for food, student-led worship, and discussion on any number of topics.

NO YOUTH GROUP ON NOV. 30

Wednesday Evenings

Youth Bible Study6–7:30 pm | Youth WingA new mid-week Bible study for our 7th–12th grade students. This fall and winter, we will be working through the Gospel of John. Students will not need to purchase anything for the study. Simply bring your Bible and a pen or pencil for notes.

NO YOUTH BIBLE STUDY ON NOV. 19 OR 26

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Unique EventsSundays, December 7–21Christmas Around the World

9:30–10:30 am | ParlorThis is for children, youth and parents all combined! We will explore Christmas from various Christian traditions and cultures represented at Westbury UMC. We will hear stories from people’s native countries, sing songs from their traditions, and find creative new ways to anticipate the birth of the Christ child! This will be an engaging and meaningful way to celebrate Advent with your family this year.

Saturday, December 13Parents’ Shopping Day 9 am–1 pm | Children’s WingNeed to finish up your Christmas shopping without spying eyes? Parents are invited to bring their children (babies–5th grade) to the church. Our youth will help lead us in games, crafts, and a movie. Please RSVP by Sunday, December 7. Lunch is provided.

Sunday, December 14Adopt-A-Family TreeDon’t forget to turn in your gift! This will allow us time to deliver the gifts to the family in time for Christmas.

Sunday, December 14Fiesta de la Posada 5 pm | Humphrey HallMore details TBA

Recurring Events

Sunday Mornings

Children’s Sunday School9:30–10:30 am | Children’s WingSunday School classes are held for 3- and 4-year olds as well as K–2nd and 3rd–5th graders in age-appropriate classrooms. Westbury UMC’s devoted teachers plan activities based on a well-rounded curriculum called Grow, Serve, Proclaim.

NO CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL ON DEC. 28

Youth Sunday School 9:30–10:30 am | Youth WingHear from great teachers and spend some time with your friends, all while growing deeper in your relationship with God!

NO YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL ON DEC. 28

Sunday Afternoons

Children’s Choir Rehearsal3:00–3:45 pm | C-1, Children’s WingAges 4 through 2nd grade learn rhythm, the elements of music and songs of the faith. Lively rehearsals conclude with a light snack. The Children’s Choir regularly sings in worship.

NO CHILDREN’S CHOIR ON DEC. 14, 21 OR 28

Youth Choir Rehearsal4–5 pm | Room 200, Choir SuiteThe Agape Youth Choir (6th–12th graders) prepares songs for worship and special music.

NO YOUTH CHOIR ON DEC. 14, 21 OR 28

Youth Group5–7 pm | Humphrey HallEach week we meet to talk about what is going on in our lives and how God is showing up in the everyday stuff! We gather for food, student-led worship, and discussion on any number of topics.

NO YOUTH GROUP ON DEC. 14, 21 OR 28

Wednesday Evenings

Youth Bible Study6–7:30 pm | Youth WingA new mid-week Bible study for our 7th–12th grade students. This fall and winter, we will be working through the Gospel of John.

NO YOUTH BIBLE STUDY ON DEC. 17, 24 OR 31