New Home Project The newest Kindway alumni has applied for the Home Grant. Lynn moved into her new home and below are the items she submitted for her apartment.  Lynn's colors are blue, turquoise and sea green. Your donations help to make apartments into homes and gratefully blesses the recipient. Lynn's list includes:  Mop/bucket, Air fryer, Glasses, Hangers, Queen Sheet set, Blanket. We will be taking donations through August 23.  Bring them in and place them in the grocery cart in the Narthex. Sign up here or call the church office at 614-471-0252 to donate any of these items.

Musicians of all ages: We are ready to kick off another year of Chancel Choir, Vocal Ensemble, Children's Choir, and Sanctuary Bells! Past members and their families, along with anyone interested in joining one of these groups, are invited to a Traditional Music Family Potluck on Wednesday, August 19 at 6:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share - burgers, hot dogs, drinks and paper products will be provided, and there will be plenty of time to renew acquaintances and meet new faces. An online RSVP form will be shared soon via email to help us plan.  Chancel Choir's first rehearsal will be held immediately following the potluck at 7:30 pm in the sanctuary, while Sanctuary Bells will rehearse for the first time on Wednesday, September 9 and Kids of the Kingdom will start on Wednesday, September 30. We would love to welcome NEW singers and ringers, so please send an email to greg.miller@stonybrook.church if you would like to join one of these groups or if you have any questions.

On August 20, 2026, at 6:30 pm, Rev. Hoffman will convene a special called Church Conference to consider the candidacy of member Joe Brookins.  In the United Methodist Church, when a certified candidate for ministry is presented to the Church Conference, the congregation has the responsibility to discern and affirm the candidate's gifts, character, call to ministry, and evidence of fruitful service.  The vote is not merely procedural but reflects the church's role in recognizing and supporting God's call. All members are eligible and encouraged to participate in this congregational vote.  By voting to recommend and support the candidate, the church conference expresses confidence in the individual's readiness to continue the candidacy process and commits to encouraging, nurturing, and praying for the candidate throughout their journey toward ordained or licensed ministry.

Bridge students will get to have their own Bridge Night on Wednesday August 26 from 6:30-7:15pm in the Bridge Room. Students in 4th-5th grade are invited to Bridge Night along with their parents to learn more about what Bridge will look like this year. New waivers are available for all students participating in our activities."