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Shiner Youth Retreat

A “Shiner” Retreat for Youth – Sunday, March 16 through Monday, March 17
12:00pm, March 16 through 5:00pm, March 17
Led by Pat Clark at the Clark Ranch. Advisors: Patty Blome, Laurey Murphy
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March 6, 2014 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell

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Lenten Devotionals (in print and online)

The devotionals from Austin Seminary include daily reflections, prayers and practices you can incorporate during the season of Lent. The devotionals will be available electronically via our church’s website or you can pick up a … Read More

March 6, 2014 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Teach children how they should live, and they will remember it all their life.

Proverbs 22:6
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January 1, 2014 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Lazy people should learn a lesson from the way ants live.
They have no leader, chief, or ruler,
but they store up their food during the summer, getting ready for winter.
How long is the … Read More

December 25, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Listening to gossip is like eating cheap candy;
do you really want junk like that in your belly?

Proverbs 18:6
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December 18, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

A lazy person is as bad as someone who is destructive.

Proverbs 18:9
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December 11, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Words satisfy the mind as much as fruit does the stomach;
good talk is as gratifying as a good harvest.
Words kill, words give life;
they’re either poison or fruit—you choose.

 Proverbs 18:20-21
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December 4, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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“Messiah” class at SBPC

On December 15, the Chancel Choir will present Part I of George Fredrick Handel’s “Messiah”.  You may have heard many performances of “Messiah” over the years, but what do you know about Handel and the … Read More

November 27, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pastoral Corner by Ethan Mitchell

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Charm is deceptive and beauty disappears, but a woman who honors the Lord should be praised.

Proverbs 31:30
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November 27, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Friends love through all kinds of weather, and families stick together in all kinds of trouble.

Proverbs 17:17
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November 20, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Learn more about the “Messiah” at Spring Branch Pres

On December 15, the Chancel Choir will present Part I of George Fredrick Handel’s “Messiah”.  You may have heard many performances of “Messiah” over the years, but what do you know about Handel and the … Read More

November 14, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Getting wisdom is the most important thing you can do.
Whatever else you get, get insight.

Proverbs 4:7
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November 13, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

If you don’t punish your children, you don’t love them.
If you do love them, you will correct them.

Proverbs 13:24
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November 6, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

A gentle answer quiets anger, but a harsh one stirs it up.

Proverbs 15:1
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October 30, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Putting God FIRST

Putting God FIRST in Living and Giving is the theme of our stewardship emphasis this year. Here are some special happenings:

“SHINY GODS” is a special study on Sunday mornings for adults and youth that … Read More

October 24, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pastoral Corner, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Pride leads to destruction, and arrogance to downfall.

Proverbs 16:18
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October 23, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Shiny Gods

“SHINY GODS” is a special 5 week study on Sunday mornings for adults and youth beginning October 27th.  At 9:30, join us for coffee, juice, and donuts in the Fellowship Hall.

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October 17, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Being cheerful keeps you healthy. It is slow death to be gloomy all the time.

Proverbs 17:22
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October 16, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Scotland Trip 2014

For those interested in exploring our Presbyterian “roots” in Scotland in the Fall of 2014, don’t forget the meeting on Sunday, October 13, 6 pm. We will meet in the Gathering Place for about 45 … Read More

October 10, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

Ask the Lord to bless your plans, and you will be successful in carrying them out.

Proverbs 16:3
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October 9, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

You will never succeed in life if you try to hide your sins. Confess them and give them up; then God will show mercy to you.

Proverbs 28:13
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October 2, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

They (proverbs) can teach you how to live intelligently and how to be honest, just, and fair.

Proverbs 1:3
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September 25, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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Bulletin announcements for Sunday

A Season of Peace is a sermon series to explore our call to be peacemakers in the faith.

• Sunday, 22nd “Finding Peace”—-so that you may live deep within your heart. Philippians 4:4-7, Romans 5:15
• Sunday.,

September 20, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pastoral Corner, Pres Press by Ethan Mitchell

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Proverbs: God’s Answers for Today’s Problems

A capable, intelligent, and virtuous woman–who is he who can find her?  She is far more precious than jewels and her value is far above rubies or pearls.

Proverbs 31:10
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September 18, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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10 things they never told me about Jesus

Join us on September 24, 11:30am to 1:00pm, in The Gathering Place for the start of our new Lunch & Learn Bible Study.  Bring your lunch, and we will eat from 11:30 to noon, then … Read More

September 16, 2013 in Faith Learns, Pres Press by Patti Nanney

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