"They took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, 'Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord'" (John 12:13 ESV).
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PRAYER REQUESTS
For the family and friends of C. Virginia Ramthun (wife of Rev. Marvin Ramthun, emeritus, and mother of Rev. Daniel Ramthun, Guardian, Dearborn), who passed away on Thursday, March 30 ... For the family and friends of Rob and Barb Schellhamer and Whitney Meinke (Lutheran educators in the Toledo/Oregon, Ohio area), who were killed in a car accident on Sunday, March 26 ... For the family and friends of
Jeannette Drawbaugh (wife of Rev. Galen Drawbaugh, Emeritus, Indiana District / IIM Leader), who passed away Friday, March 31 ... For the family and friends of Joan Whitaker (wife of Deacon Ron Whitaker, emeritus), who passed away on Friday, March 31 ...
This
week's congregations, schools, and ministries:
Calvary, Lincoln Park; St. Peter, Petersburg; Peace, Waterford; Grace, Canton; Tabernacle of Praise, Romulus.
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KATIE 2017 REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHING
April 21-23, 2017 | Pastors' Wives Conference
Join with women who have much in common for a weekend of laughter, worship, prayer, and play. The atmosphere is genial, uplifting, and designed to leave you encouraged, reconnected, and blessed with new insights, new friends, and new energy! The conference will take place April 21-23, 2017, in Bay City. For more information and to register,
click here.
The deadline to register is this Friday, April 7, 2017.
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHING
May 1-3, 2017 | North & East Pastors' Conference
 How can God's people be re:stored to living out Christ's mission, to be re:equipped as the priesthood of ALL believers, and pastors be re:engaged so that lives that matter to the Re:deemer can be re:claimed? Register now and plan to join our speakers, Rev. Matthew Popovits and Rev. A. Trevor Sutton. For more information, or to register, click here. Early bird r
egistration deadline is April 10, 2017.
After that date, registration is $100/person and emeriti are responsible for making their own lodging reservations.
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2017 SPORTS CAMPS/VBS IN DETROIT
Summer 2017| Three locations
 Would you like to touch the life of an inner city child with Jesus' love? Three A2E Sports Camps/VBS will take place in Detroit this summer, and there are opportunities to serve as missionaries at each camp. Camp dates are: June 12-16 on the East Side of Detroit; July 24-28 on the West Side; and August 7-11 in Pontiac. For more information, contact Rev. Chris Bodley at
pastorbodley@aol.com.
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FROM REFORMATION TO WORLD LUTHERANISM
May 16-17, 2017 | West Pastors' Conference
As executive secretary for the International Lutheran Council (ILC), Dr. Albert Collver has visited Lutheran Churches in over 50 countries across the globe. Using his unique experience rooted in a historical perspective, Dr. Collver will give us a 500-year checkup, as we've gone "From Reformation to World Lutheranism."
For more information, or to register,
click here
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Registration and lodging are complimentary for emeriti who register by April 25, 2017. After that date, registration is $50/person.
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MICHIGAN DISTRICT STUDENT AID AVAILABLE
The Michigan District, LCMS Student Aid program is designed to provide financial assistance in the form of scholarships to members of Michigan District, LCMS congregations preparing for and intending to enter full-time church work at one of the seminaries of the LCMS or one of the Concordia University System schools. Annual distributions are currently set based on the available funds for the year and the number of eligible students.
Application deadline is June 1, 2017. For more information, please contact Gail Milatz, Student Aid Administrator, at 888.225.2111 ext. 235 or
gail.milatz@michigandistrict.org. Correspondence may be mailed to:
Student Aid;
Michigan District, LCMS;
3773 Geddes Rd;
Ann Arbor MI 48105.
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PLEASE DISTRIBUTE CHOIR INSERTS IN YOUR BULLETIN ON APRIL 9
We would like to give those singers in your congregation every opportunity to participate in the choirs for the Reformation worship service in October. Since our first significant
cut-off date of April 15 is nearing quickly, we would greatly appreciate it if you would print and distribute
these flyers (or
these in b/w)
in your worship bulletins or folders or hand them out on Sunday, April 9, and, where possible, verbally draw attention to the information on the flyer. Thank you!
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HOW IS YOUR COMMUNITY EVENT PLANNING COMING ALONG?
Here are Six Ways to Make it Happen
Congregations across the Michigan District are asked to pick a Service Event, a Celebration Event, or a Community Service Event. The type of event you choose has everything to do with you, your people, the gifts you have, and your community needs.
Click here to find six ways to make it happen and be sure to register your event, and share photos or videos so that we all can have a larger picture of
Here We Stand ... For You in the Michigan District. These images will be shared at the Reformation Worship service on October 15, 2017 in East Lansing.
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WORSHIP FOR SHUT-INS PALM SUNDAY AND EASTER SUNDAY BROADCASTS
 On April 9, 2017, Rev. Dr. Daniel J. Brege (St. Paul Lutheran Church, Decatur, Ind.) will preach on the theme "Palm Sunday Exclamation" from John 12:13b. On April 16, 2017, rev. Dr. Thomas R. Ahlersmeyer (Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne, Ind.) will preach on the theme "This Is The Day!" from Psalm 118:24. To find broadcasts in your area, visit
worshipforshutins.org.
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A VISIT WITH KATHARINA LUTHER
During this year's 500th Anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation, your congregation might want to consider a special event featuring a one-woman theatrical presentation: A Visit with Katharina Luther, with Alicia Winget. An avid student of the Bible and history, Alicia has published devotional materials in
Portals of Prayer, a publication of Concordia Publishing House, St. Louis, Mo. and in
The Secret Place, published by Judson Press. She has also published the books
Out of the Rubble, From World War II Chaos to American Entrepreneurship, and
What If ... a devotional poem. Alicia is a member of Grace Lutheran Fellowship, Romeo, Mich. and has served on boards of many organizations. Click on the video above for a 2-minute sample video of Alicia as Katharina. The presentation is completely free of charge and is approximately an hour in length. Visit
katharinalutherpresentation.com for presentation schedule or more information.
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WHAT IS GOD CALLING YOUR CONGREGATION TO DO AND BE TODAY?
Saturday, May 13, 2017 | Trinity, Wyandotte
"Our congregation is just stuck. It's like we can't get out of neutral." "Everyone in town used to know who we were." " Our church building has too much space?" "Financially, we're having a lot of trouble and we've been withdrawing funds from our church savings account to pay bills." If these comments sound familiar, your church may want to consider a Church Extension Fund's New Beginnings Assessment. This Church Extension Service is specifically created for congregations that face mounting challenges with regard to their sustainability. On Saturday, May 13, 2017, Church Extension Fund will present a "Come and See" event about New Beginnings at Trinity Lutheran Church; 465 Oak St; Wyandotte MI. The workshop event begins at 10 a.m. and will end at 11:30 a.m. Contact Paul Wills of Church Extension Fund at 800.242.3944 for more information or RSVP on behalf of your church to
paul.wills@mi-cef.org. If you are interested but not able to attend please let Paul know of your interest as well.
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UPCOMING EVENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AT CTSFW
 Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Ind. will hold two events for high school students during the summer:
Phoebe Academy, June 18-25
, provides an opportunity for high school women to learn about the vocation of deaconess from a theological perspective. For event schedule and registration information,
click here
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Christ Academy, June 18-July 1,
offers high school men the opportunity to delve deeper into their faith, enjoy the seminary experience, and make friendships that will last a lifetime. For more information and to register,
click here
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SAVE FOR THE FUTURE WITH AN IRA FROM CHURCH EXTENSION FUND
There are plenty of ways you can save for the future. One of the best is with an IRA from Church Extension Fund. You get financial peace, knowing you're investing wisely with tax advantages and competitive interest rates. You will also find peace of mind knowing you are investing in LCMS churches and schools across Michigan. Call CEF today about starting your IRA - or to roll over an existing account - at 800.242.3944, or visit
mi-cef.org.
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LUTHERAN SUMMER MUSIC ACADEMY AND FESTIVAL
Pastors and church/school music leaders: please encourage your band, choir, orchestra, piano, and organ students (completing grades 8-12) to apply for the 2017 Academy being held on the campus of Valparaiso University, June 25-July 23. For those that do not have four weeks available this summer, consider the two-week program, June 25-July 9. If you are an adult singer, please consider registering for the first Bach Cantata retreat, July 13-16. For more information on these Lutheran Summer Music opportunities, visit
lutheransummermusic.org.
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CUAA SEEKING EDUC PROFESSIONALS TO LEAD SUMMER WORKSHOPS
 Concordia University's School of Education Graduate Department is seeking area education professionals to lead workshops as part of its third annual Summer Institute Workshops. The Summer Institute Workshops, which will take place July 10-21, are one or two-day workshops led by knowledgeable practitioners, offering the opportunity for teachers to engage with other professionals in vibrant classroom discussion while earning State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECH). Those who have an interest in leading a workshop can submit their application to present by April 9. Presenters will be offered a stipend. The amount will vary, depending on length of workshop. To apply,
click here. For more information,
click here.
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The following is a list of events happening in the congregations and schools of the Michigan District, LCMS and other ministries.
Easter Egg Hunt
Apr 8 | Trinity, Traverse City
Easter Eggstravaganza
Apr 15 | Trinity, Utica
Easter Egg Hunt
Apr 15 | Our Savior, Lansing
Easter Egg Hunt
Apr 15 | Immanuel, Macomb
Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast
Apr 16 | Ascension, East Lansing
Kick the Tires Conference with Greg Finke
Apr 22 | St. Mark, Muskegon
Girls of Grace Overwhelming Love
Apr 22-23 | Temple Theater, Saginaw
Beyond These Walls
Apr 22-28 | Immanuel, Macomb
Learning to Trust God More
Apr 23 | St. Matthew, Walled Lake
Council of Lutheran Women Spring Meeting
Apr 24 | Grace, Redford
Senior Luncheon Event
Apr 26 | Salem National, Westland
Family Science Night
Apr 28 | Shepherd of the Lakes, Brighton
140th Anniversary Celebration
Apr 29-30 | St. Peter, Macomb
Lutheran Hour Spring Rally
Apr 30 | Trinity, Traverse City
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The Michigan-Ohio Chorale Spring Concert
Apr 30 | St. Peter, Macomb
Answers in Genesis with Brodie Hodges
Apr 30 | St. Peter, St. Johns
Concordia Selma Benefit Concert
Apr 30 | Outer Drive Faith, Detroit
Small Town/Rural Ministry Convocation
May 6 | Indiana District Office Learning Center
ChristHoldFast
May 6 | Faith, Troy
Men of Music Concert
May 7 | Zion, Hemlock
Golf Outing
May 20 | Immanuel-St. James, Grand Rapids
High School Leadership Training
Jun 18-23 | Camp Concordia, Gowen
Church Worker Retreat
Jul 31-Aug 4 | Mission Point, Mackinac Island
Heirs of the Lutheran Reformation Hymn Festival
Oct 1 | Grace, Auburn
Best Practices - Heartland
Oct 11-13 | Columbus, Ohio
500th Anniversary Worship Service
Oct 15 | Breslin Center, East Lansing, Mich.
Mt. Calvary 95th Anniversary
Oct 22 | Mt. Calvary, Detroit |
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Find locations or add your screening of
Martin Luther: The Idea That Changed The World
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MORTGAGE LOAN PROCESSOR
The Church Extension Fund in Ann Arbor seeks a mortgage loan processor. The position description includes handling all facets of CEF's loan processing and post-closing functions, monitoring open loan accounts; preparing a variety of documents pertaining to the lending function; and maintaining regular contact with borrowers, realtors, attorneys, and title/survey companies. A minimum of 1 - 3 years' experience in financial services, title insurance, the real estate industry, or a similar background is desired. Good communication skills and a high level of accuracy are essential. This is a full-time position with benefits. Submit resume by April 21, 2017 to: Jodi Gonzalez, Assistant Vice President - Loan Manager; 3773 Geddes Rd, Ann Arbor MI 48105 or
jodi.gonzalez@mi-cef.org.
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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT FOR CHURCH/SCHOOL
Peace Lutheran Church and School in Warren is looking for an Administrative Assistant. This position requires excellent typing and word-processing skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office; record-keeping and filing skills; excellent phone skills with the ability to answer multiple lines; and a boundless amount of patience, tact and understanding and, most importantly, the ability to keep confidences of church members, students, and parents.
Hours to be worked will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the school year. Reduced summer hours will be determined by the pastor and the principal. Start date will be June 1, 2017. A more detailed job description is available by contacting the church office at
586.751.8010.
Qualified applicants should request an application and submit a resume
by Friday, April 28, 2017.
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ALTAR FURNISHINGS SOUGHT
Hope, St. Ignace mission will be moving into a full-time worship center soon. They are in need of a small altar, pulpit/lectern, baptismal font, candle holders, altar cross, and paraments, etc. If you have one or more of these items available, c
ontact Jody Bode at
906.477.6772 or
bode@lighthouse.net.
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FREE USED ALLEN ORGAN
Used Allen Organ, Analog, model 708, equivalent to about 35 ranks. 4 Great Pistons, 4 Swell, 4 Pedal, 4 General. Fixed Great Volume with Swell and Crescendo Pedals. Separate Main and "Rear" speakers, not a self contained unit, Rotary Speaker. Worked when removed.
Comes with pedal board and matching bench.
Free to any church/non profit/organist who'd like a practice instrument, or cannot afford one. Must pick up in Warren, Mich. Main level easy to load (but heavy) into a trailer.
Contact Dave Merte at
586.979.9055 ext. 110 or
dahopemusicman@yahoo.com.
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