News & Events

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YEAR-LONG BIBLE STUDY: OCT. 19 & 20

Join us for a 48-week study going through the entire Bible, meeting weekly at Friends Church: Mondays at 11:30am, or Tuesdays at 6:30pm. Whether the midday offering on Mondays or the evening one on Tuesdays fits best with your schedule, you are welcome to attend either. The readings for Week 36 (Oct. 19 & 20) are Lamentations, the whole book; Jeremiah, chapters 1-4; Isaiah, chapters 1-12; Psalms 137, 138, 141; Philemon, the whole book; John, chapters 18-19. For more information, contact Pastor Dan.

MENTAL HEALTH WALKS W/ PASTOR BROOKE ON TUESDAYS:

The weekly Mental Health Walks w/ Pastor Brooke will be Tuesdays at 5pm. We meet at Wolf Pen Creek Park in the parking lot next to the playground. For more details, reach out to Pastor Brooke: pastorbrooke@friends-ucc.org.

SUNDAY SCHOOL IS BACK:

Here’s info about weekly faith formation and spiritual development for children, youth, and adults.

Children: grades K-2 — Teachers: Anne Wehrly & Doris Machinski
- Location : First classroom next to kitchen (North side)
Children: grades 3-5 — Teachers: Hannah Alexander & Isaac Montgomery
- Location: Music room next to childcare
Youth: grades 6-12 — Teachers: Mary Howell & Robin Miller
- Location: End of hall by kitchen (North side)
Adults: Social Justice Class — Coordinators: Jodie Robinson & Nancy Bertsch
- Location: Left side of double classroom across from church office
Adults: Morning Manna — Teacher: Trent Williams
- Location: Right side of double classroom across from church office

SOCIAL JUSTICE CLASS

The Social Justice Class is reading The Tears of Things, by Richard Rohr, All are welcome to join in the discussion, whether you've read the book or not

MORNING MANNA

Morning Manna, our adult Bible study class on Sunday mornings, gathers at 10am on the right side of the divided classroom. This fall, we will be studying Rachel Held Evans' book "Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again." We will also weave in Amy-Jill Levine's new book "Genesis: A Beginner's Guide to the Beginning." All are welcome to join us, whether you've read the book or not.

OUR WHOLE LIVES SEXUALITY EDUCATION CLASS FOR 4TH - 6TH GRADES

Brazos Valley O.W.L. has an upcoming class available to 4th-6th graders. Our Whole Lives (O.W.L.) is a comprehensive sexuality education program co-created by the UCC and the Unitarian Universalists. These classes will meet on Sundays, 1pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Brazos Valley, beginning September 20 - December 13. Topics include body image, puberty, gender and sexuality, consent and peer pressure. Those interested can email brazosvalleyowl@gmail.com or reach out to Pastor Brooke: pastorbrooke@friends-ucc.org

A JOYFUL NOISE SINGS WITH THE CHANCEL CHOIR ON CHILDREN'S SABBATH SUNDAY, OCT. 18TH

Children ages 5–12 are invited to join A Joyful Noise as we combine with the Chancel Choir to sing "Hymn for Children" on Children's Sabbath Sunday, Oct. 18th during the 11 am service. Rehearsals: Sunday, October 4, October 11 (in the Sanctuary) from 10:00 - 10:15 am & October 18 (in Sanctuary with the Chancel Choir) from 10:30-10:45. Please help your child arrive on time so we can begin rehearsal on time and finish on time. For more information, please contact Tami Dudo or Chris Hoffman.

SENIOR PASTOR AWAY, OCT. 22-26

Pastor Dan will be away from the church Oct. 22-26. If you have a pastoral need during that time, please contact Pastor Brooke (pastorbrooke@friends-ucc.og) or Pastor Trent (pastortrent@friends-ucc.org).

"YOU ARE NOT ALONE" VIGIL IN SUPPORT OF OUR IMMIGRANT NEIGHBORS, OCT. 22

Please join the Migrant Justice Network in standing witness to local ICE Action in a vigil on Thursday, October 22nd from 5:30-7:30pm. The vigil will be held on the public sidewalk area at the corner of Highway 21 and William Joel Bryan Pkwy (exact location: Chevron Food Mart, 1500 W William Joel Bryan Pkwy, Bryan, TX 77803). We are strictly staying on the public property/sidewalk area for the duration of the vigil. Please bring posters along--we are particularly interested in conveying the message "You are not alone" or "No están solos." Parking will be available at Santa Teresa Catholic Church located at 1212 Lucky St. Bryan, Texas 77803 within a short walking distance from the vigil site. It’s encouraged to give the Food Mart business, if possible. There will be a poster making party on Wednesday Oct. 21 at 6PM hosted by the Brazos Interfaith Immigration Network in preparation for the vigil. This is a great chance to learn about BIIN and what they do for the immigrant community locally. Bring your poster materials and join us! Join us in standing in solidarity with our immigrant neighbors.

FRIENDS CHURCH FOOD DISTRIBUTION, OCT. 23

Become part of our very enthusiastic “food team” and make some new friends. Join us next time on Oct. 23, any time between 2:30 PM-6:PM to distribute food to our neighbors at Peace Lutheran Church Parking Lot. Contact Anne Wehrly for more info.

20/30 SOMETHINGS POTLUCK, CRAFTING, & GAMES, OCT. 23

The Friends 20/30 Somethings will be getting together for a potluck with games and crafting on Friday, Oct. 23, 6:00pm. Bring a dish or beverage to share, an activity for the group, or a craft to work on. Contact Pastor Brooke for location and details: pastorbrooke@friends-ucc.org

PUMPKIN DECORATING FAMILY NIGHT, OCT. 25

Join us for a fun, family-friendly evening of pumpkin decorating, fellowship, and fall treats on Sunday, Oct 25 from 5-7pm! Bring your pumpkin! We’ll have carving and decorating supplies (or bring your own). Enjoy our Popcorn & Nacho Bar, and bring a sweet treat to share! All ages welcome—come for the fun, music, and maybe a little Monster Mash!

BIIN TRUNK OR TREAT, OCT. 27

Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat on Tuesday, October 27, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at the Grace Bible Church Midtown campus (2500 S College Ave, Bryan, TX). Bring your kids and help us connect with our immigrant neighbors for a fun evening of community celebration! Every group is welcome to host as many cars as they would like. To register your trunk or get more information, text Linda Fitzwater at 979-732-7967 or find her after any service this Sunday.

ALL SAINTS SUNDAY, NOV. 1

Join us on Sunday, November 1st, as we honor the loved ones we have lost over the past year. Names will be read aloud during our 9:00 am and 11:00 am services, and all names will be listed in the worship guides. We will also honor loved ones who passed away more than a year ago with their names listed in the worship guides. To honor your loved ones, please complete the form by Thursday, October 29, using the following link: https://tinyurl.com/2026-AllSaints.

ADOPT A GREENWAY PROGRAM - LEMON TREE PARK, NOV. 1

Friends Green Team is participating in the Adopt-A-Greenway Program by adopting Lemon Tree Park! Join us to connect with and care for our community and environment by picking up trash and keeping it out of waterways on Sunday, November 1st, from 2:30 to 4:30 at 1300 Lemon Tree Lane in College Station. College Station provides clean-up tips, materials & supplies, and removal of filled bags and any hazardous items found. Children must be at least 12 to participate. Let us know you will be joining us by completing the form linked here or https://tinyurl.com/FriendsGreenTeam11012026

CROP HUNGER WALK, NOV. 8

Our team page for this year’s CROP Hunger Walk is officially live. It will take place at Veterans Park at 3pm on Sunday, November 8. It’s not too early to get registered and start promoting what this annual tradition means to our group and community. LINK: CROP Hunger Walk Team Page

BE AN ACOLYTE:

All children aged 8 and up are welcome to join us in assisting in church services, brining light and spirit to our worship. Children younger than 8 can participate with an adult partner. Sign up via the sheet in the narthex and online using, https://bit.ly/FriendsAcolytes.

SEEKING MORE SOUL FRIENDS FACILITATORS:

In March, we relaunched our small groups ministry, Soul Friends. Five groups of 8 to 10 people have been gathering twice monthly for guided conversations that deepen our spirituality and our relationships with one another as a church family. It’s going so well that we need additional facilitators to make another group or two possible in the near future. Soul Friends facilitators and/or co-facilitators communicate with the small groups in their care (announce gathering times and locations, provide helpful info and follow-ups) and lead the group’s meetings. Pastor Dan and Pastor Trent provide facilitator training and support. To volunteer to be a small groups facilitator or to get more info, contact Pastor Dan (pastor@friends-ucc.org) or Pastor Trent (pastortrent@friends-ucc.org).

JOIN THE FELLOWSHIP COMMITTEE:

The Fellowship committee is a vibrant entity of Friends Church. If you are looking for a place to plug in here at Friends, we would love for you to join us. As there are many fellowship events throughout the year, we would welcome your input. For more information, email fellowship@friends-ucc.org.

VOLUNTEER WITH THE FRIENDS CHURCH YOUTH GROUP:

We are looking for folks who are interested in helping with the Friends Church Youth Group, either volunteering at Kairos gatherings on Sunday evenings, providing dinner, joining for off-site activities, or with the garden project. Reach out to Pastor Brooke for more details.