News Highlights


Regular Worship Schedule

8:30 AM-Traditional Worship  
9:45 AM-Sunday School (children ages 3-5th grade)
Children's Ministry Wing (6th-12th grade)
Adult Bible class in Fellowship Chapel C-150
11:00 AM-Blended Worship
Links for Worship services:  www.fishersofmen.org 
 

The Nursery is opened for both Worship services and Bible Study hour

Text FISHERSOFMENAPP (it’s not case sensitive) to 77977.

Daily Bible Reading Plan 2025 for Adults & Kids

Canonical Plan 1-Year Plan. This plan goes straight through the Bible—from Genesis to Revelation. You will be supplied with reading for each day of the week as a steady guide toward finishing the entire Bible in one calendar year.

Chronological Plan 1 -Year Plan. These readings are compiled according to recent historical research, taking into account the order in which the recorded events actually occurred. This is a fantastic plan to follow if you wish to add historical context to your reading of the Bible. If the schedule provided is followed, the entire Bible will be read in one calendar year.

Historical Plan 1-Year Plan. Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to read the Old Testament in ancient Israel? Or, the New Testament as the books were written? In this plan, the order of the Old Testament readings is very similar to Israel's Hebrew Bible, progressing from Law to Prophets to Writings. The New Testament ordering is based upon research regarding the order in which the books were authored. Although this research is not conclusive, it may offer helpful insights to your Bible reading.

Kid's Corner - The Bible in One Year Plan
KC’s Bible reading plan is a 52 week guided plan designed especially for children and their parents that can be started at any time! This plan includes a Bible passage and a link to KC’s Bible Stories podcast and discussion guide. Discover God’s big story to save his people. Meet the real people in the Bible and learn how God called them to their roles in his rescue plan. Use the weekly system to read through the Bible together in one year.

Copies of the Canonical Plan are available in the gathering area.  You may find a link to access each of the above listed plans HERE.

Pancakes, Pajamas & Valentines

Inviting Fishers Families and Friends  Saturday, February 8 from 9:30 – 11:30 AM  -  Fellowship Chapel. Come in your PJ’s, enjoy pancakes, and make a Valentine craft. $5 for adults, Children under 12 FREE
Sign up in the gathering area at the Lady Fishers Table

Youth Fundraiser - Charcuterie Boards and Subs for your Super Bowl Enjoyment!

The youth will sell sub sandwiches and charcuterie boards for your enjoyment or your Super Bowl Parties. The cost per sub sandwich is $15.00, and Charcuterie boards will serve 2 to 3 people and are $25.00. Proceeds will support youth mission trips and service projects. Please complete the attached order form HERE and return it to the desk in the narthex with payment.  Orders can be picked up Sunday, February 9, between 9:30 and 1:00 p.m.

Youth Save the Date

Youth Fundraiser dinner, Saturday, March 1, 2025, 6:00 PM  Tickets on sale starting February 2.  Proceeds support youth mission trips and service projects. Questions? Contact Samantha Frerichs, smfrerichs@gmail.com 
**Childcare will be available**


East Human Needs Ministry

With the start of the new year, one of Fishers of Men’s positions on the EFBHNM Board of Directors has been term-limited out. Thusly, we are looking for a new board member.  Please contact Pepper Gould (pepper.gould@gmail.com) for all the details.  Help bring hunger to an end in East Fort Bend

Men’s Ministry

Men's Fellowship - Wednesdays, January 22nd-7PM
We will meet in the Youth Room on the 2nd floor of the Church Wednesday, January 22. Dinner will not be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite “Lutheran” beverage and a snack to share with others. The group will meet every other Wednesday night at the Church with plans to offer other special interest activities.  If you have any questions or suggestions, please e-mail Karl Miller, Director of Family Ministry, at dfm@fishersofmen.org
  
Men's Bible Study, Wednesdays, January 15th and 29th -7PM
Men’s Bible Study will meet Wednesdays, January 15 and 29, from 7 to 9 p.m. The group will meet every other Wednesday night at the Church.   For more information about the Men’s group, contact Karl Miller at dfm@fishersofmen.org

Prayer Requests & Prayer Warriors

Our Father in Heaven loves us and hears our prayers. If you would like to submit a prayer or join our prayer warrior group, email prayer@fishersofmen.org

Stewardship Thoughts

January 12 – Baptism of Our Lord
Matthew 3:15 – “But Jesus answered him, ‘Let it be so now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.’” Fulfilling all righteousness is not a task we are up to. The reason God sent His Son into the world is to fulfill all righteousness for us, to do what we could not do. The whole of Jesus’ life, everything He did and said, was one great offering to the Father in our stead to fulfill all righteousness for us. With our righteousness fulfilled in Jesus and given to us in Baptism, our hearts now overflow with thanksgiving and praise.

You can find the LCMS Stewardship Ministry-Newsletter Article for January 2025 HERE.

Buy a Chair, Buy a Square

Our Sanctuary and Chapel are in need of an update! You can help by buying a chair ($95) or a carpet square ($25). Even flat donation amounts are welcome. Be sure to indicate the Buy Chair/BuyChair Campaign on your donation (PushPay, check or donation envelope). Your tax-deductible donations will help offset the cost of replacing our well-loved chairs and basketball court carpet in the Sanctuary and Fellowship Chapel.

Lion’s Recycle for Sight

Donate your used/unbroken glasses and sunglasses both with and without lenses (non-prescription or prescription) as well as OTC readers and eyeglass cases. A collection box is located in the gathering area near the elevator.

Fishers’ Youth News

For more information contact Karl Miller dfm@fishersofmen.org

Young Adult Ministry

Young Adult Group (20s-40s)
Fellowship with fellow Lutherans as we navigate life
Bible Study 2nd Thursday of each month & Fellowship 4th Thursday of each month
Please contact Stephanie Ridley at (914) 621-8291 or stephanieridley87@gmail.com

Young at Heart

Are you 55+ and enjoy playing games?  Our Young at Heart group is for you!  We meet in the fellowship chapel, Tuesdays at 12:30.  We currently have Mahjong groups, Mexican Train dominoes and Canasta.  Other games like pinochle could also be played if there is an interest.  Don't know how to play?  We will teach you!  The second Tuesday of the month, we have a potluck luncheon at 11:30.  Come have fun and enjoy your Fishers family!

Job Search Assistance Available at Fishers

To get started or learn more, contact Will Darroh wdarroh@hotmail.com, or call 713-851-3211.  You may find more information on this program HERE.

The journey to a new job can be a positive life and spiritual experience with the help of Job Search Assistance Ministry

Become a Greeter

Having Greeters before each service would offer a warm welcome to members and especially guests at their arrival.  Sign up on Sunday morning before your church service begins.  Consider volunteering for a month in rotation-and be a friendly smile to members and visitors in this important ministry!

To serve as greeter for first service click HERE!
To  serve as greeter for late service click HERE!
Contact Geri Zamora: gerizamora@gmail.com  281-797-2499

little Fishers preschool

Don't miss out on this opportunity to join our Little Fishers family! Visit our website at www.littlefisherspreschool.org or email us at office@littlefisherspreschool.org to schedule a tour or get more information.

Fishers Student Ministry

JOIN US FOR COVE!   COVE is a 90 minute ‘gathering’ for middle schoolers Sunday evenings from 5:00 until 6:30.  We enjoy getting to know fellow middle schoolers, invite friends, enjoy some good food, play some organized games and have a brief devotion study time!

stephen’s Ministry

If you or someone you care about is experiencing difficulties, our Stephen Ministers are ready to listen, care, encourage, and be there to offer support. A Stephen Minister will meet with you privately by phone, video chat, or in person to focus on you and your needs.  It is free, completely confidential and it offers real care, comfort, and hope. For one-to-one care and support of a Stephen Minister, contact Pastor Ridley at 281-242-7711 or chuck@fishersofmen.org.

Lady Fishers  

Ladies Wednesday Morning Bible Study

Ladies Bible Study Wednesdays @ FOM at 10:00 AM We continue to meet both in person and on Zoom. For questions, email kathi.lerch@gmail.com or call me at 714-350-2664.

Book Club Schedule

FLIRT Book Club 4th Thursday of each month 1 PM at Fishers

 January 23 @ 1PM - The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel


Quilters - Every Tuesday 9:30 am @ Fishers

Training up the Next Generation of Quilters.
Come join us on Tuesdays at 9:30 AM

Fishers of Men Lutheran Church Online/Text Giving with PushPay

Fishers of Men subscribes to the Online Giving platform of PushPay. It allows for simple giving through a variety of ways, including mobile and online.

To start, you can first visit our website and click “Online Giving”. Next Text ‘FishersofMen’ (with or without spaces) to 77977. Please be aware that Message & Data rates may apply.

Are You At Risk?

Do you need assistance with getting your groceries, prescriptions from the pharmacy, getting a ride to the doctor, someone to pray with, someone to talk to, or assistance with another need? The Deaconess “HELPING HANDS” volunteers are here to assist you. Contact Christina Vavrecka at (713) 530-3828 or christina.vavrecka@yahoo.com.
 
If you are not in the at-risk group and would like to volunteer to assist those who are at risk contact Christina Vavrecka at (713) 530-3828 or christina.vavrecka@yahoo.com.

Online Daily Devotions

 Daily Devotions and More for You

Did you know that the staff are recording daily devotions for you? You can go straight to the Fishers of Men You Tube channel to watch these devotions. Search for FishersOfMenSL to enjoy video devotions, bible studies and much more!
 
A Witnessing Tip
Would you like to share these with your friends on Facebook? Share directly from Fishers’ Facebook page where everyone can access terrific devotional content.

RightNow Media

RightNow Media is a wonderful source for Christian material for kids, youth and adults.  Fishers has a subscription and it is available to all members of our congregation.  If you don't currently use RighNow Media, but would like to, please email Amy Benitez at amy@fishersofmen.org.  You will be sent an invitation by email to access RightNow Media, so please include your name and the email address you would like the invitation to be sent to.  In most cases you will be sent an invitation fairly quickly, but please allow 24 hours to receive the email. 

Got News

If you have something you would like to have announced in the eNews or the video announcements, the deadline is Tuesday by noon to have your announcement included.

There is only ONE email address to remember!  If you have something that you would like included in the announcements, please email announcements@fishersofmen.org.

Your email will go to everyone that is involved in getting the announcements out which includes: 

  • Slides for Non-Video Slide Announcement Loop (Please make sure that the slide you make is in Powerpoint format)

  • eNews (Susan Yovich)

If you do not want your announcement in all of these areas, specify in your email which announcement area(s) you would like.

Caring for Fisher Families

Even though we face this uncertain time with HOPE, we know this may be a difficult time financially for some of our Fishers Families.  We want to LOVE and CARE for YOU!
 
If you are able, please prayerfully consider donating grocery gift cards to those in need. Cards can be dropped off at the church Monday-Thursday from 9AM-4PM.  

If you are in need, know of someone in need, or have any questions, notify Tracie Hollis at tahollis1@comcast.net or 281-787-2008. Your requests will remain confidential.
 
The Ft. Bend Human Needs Ministry is also open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am -12pm for a prepackaged food box pick up.


Process for Event & Facility Use Request

There is a new process for requesting events to include on the church calendar. In order to prevent confusion on the church calendar, all requests will be processed through the link below and managed by one person.

If you have a church event, personal event or if you would like to request rooms for meetings, etc., please click HERE.

You can also access this form by logging in to your CCB account. On the home page, go to "Forms".

The "Event and Facility Use Request Form" is the first form listed. Click on the title to access the form.

This form is also available on our website under "How do I..." then scroll down to "...reserve a room or schedule an event?" Click HERE to access this page on our website.


Adult Bible Studies

Audio & Digital Available on our Website 

If you missed one of the Adult Bible Study classes, you can now listen online on the Fishers of Men website..  Click here for the link.

The Best Preschool in Sugar Land!!

Call 281-265-5656 to schedule a tour!

  We have classes for 2 year olds through Pre-K. Call 281-265-5656 to schedule a tour.  www.littlefisherspreschool.org