Sunday Worship - October 20, 2019
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10:30 a.m.
9 Keys to Practicing Our Faith:
- The Discernment of Faith -
Ordination of Ruth Bell Olsson
Rev. Dr. Mark Barger Elliott, Senior Pastor
Dr. Julia Brown, Director of Music / Organist
Scott Bosscher, Director of Chancel Choir
Chancel Choir
Handbell Choir
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Dear Mayflower Members and Friends,
The Executive Committee and I want to share that last Sunday morning when I arrived at Mayflower, Lynn and I discovered a flyer with a racist message posted on the front of church. We removed the poster and immediately called the Kent County Sheriff Department who promptly arrived before worship. They filed a report and did not express concern that the congregation might be in any danger.
This week, we learned that a similar event occurred at Temple Emanuel. I have been in touch with Temple Emanuel, other churches, and the East Grand Rapids Police Department.
Thursday afternoon, we learned these posters were posted nationwide and posed no immediate danger to our congregation.
Next week, the Church Council will be discussing ways we can stand in solidarity with Temple Emanuel if any further incidents should occur. If you have any questions, please reach out to me or to Barbara Hohman, our Moderator.
In Christ,
Pastor Mark
Barbara Hohman
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THIS WEEK'S EVENTS:
OCTOBER
OCTOBER 20 - Ruth Bell Olsson Ordination:
During 10:30am worship service. Reception following.
OCTOBER 20 - 29UP Pumpkins & Pints - 4-6:00pm:
At the home of Jeff and Sarah Conway – 2833 Oakwood, EGR. Bring a beverage and a lawn chair. We’ll provide the chili and pumpkins crafts!
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OCTOBER 27 - FLOURISH Workshop with Kent Dobson - The Pilgrimage (Journey) of Faith 11:45am-12:45pm:
Kent Dobson is a Biblical scholar, tour director, teacher, pastor, wilderness retreat leader. People have been taking Pilgrimage Tours to Israel for hundreds of years. Over his seventeen years of experience, Kent has realized that visiting Israel deeply chances people’s understanding of the Bible, the Christian tradition, and their own expression of faith. 2020 Mayflower Tour?! JOIN US for more!!
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OCTOBER 27 - 49Up Event
- Brunch after church at
Linear Restaurant
, 1001 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids -- All Mayflower members and friends ages 49 and up (singles and couples) are invited to join us for a festive brunch at this popular restaurant on the Grand River. Please RSVP to Susan Jones at
sjones9200@aol.com
or (616) 458-0305.
OCTOBER
27 -
Special Sunday Concert
- 5:00pm:
Grand Rapids Choir of Men and Boys
- Martin Neary, Guest Conductor.
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Join us this Sunday
We welcome Ruth Bell Olsson, who will tell us about what her faith means to her
and why she would like you to be at her ordination on Sunday, Oct 20th!
High School 6:00 ELEVATE / 7:00 Choir
Middle School 6:00 Choir / 7:00 ELEVATE
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NOVEMBER
NOVEMBER 7 - 69UP Event:
Join the 69UP friends from 5-7pm at the home of Geoff and Ellen Johnson 7910 Whitburn Dr., 49301. RSVP to Murry Idema at ridema58@gmail.com or (616) 243-2764 with choice of what to bring, wine or appetizer.
NOVEMBER 16 - Habitat Build Day: 8:30am-4:00pm:
Join the Mayflower crew with a variety of tasks on site to help support the Habitat for Humanity's Plaza Roosevelt community. No experience necessary.
NOVEMBER 15-17 - Middle School Mission Trip to Chicago.
All Mayflower middle schoolers are invited to participate. Friday afternoon, we’ll head out for Chicago where we will be staying downtown at Fourth Presbyterian Church. Saturday, we will head out for a day of service. Sunday morning, we will we worship with the Harmony Community Church then return to Grand Rapids late afternoon. Cost is $75/person. To sign up or for more information, contact
Allison Houlihan
at 616.481.1236 or
allison@mayflowerchurch.org
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RSVP by October 15. Space is limited.
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DECEMBER
DECEMBER 6 - 49UP Christmas Dinner - 6:30 pm:
Mayflower members and friends are invited to the annual 49Up Christmas Dinner, to be held at
Charley’s Crab Restaurant- 63 Market Ave SW,
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 A festive 6:30 p.m. Social Hour will be followed by a delectable sit-down Dinner. Cost of $45.00 per person, includes taxes, tips, and free parking. Please bring cash or credit card for Social Hour. Complimentary parking is provided directly beside the restaurant and valet parking is also available. Please send a $45.00 check (per person) made out to Gwen Wallin, 2538 Beechwood Drive SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506.
Your check is your reservation.
Deadline is Monday, December 2. Contact Gwen at 616-570-2814 or
gwenwallinis@gmail.com
with questions.
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ARE YOU WILLING TO GREET BEFORE A SUNDAY SERVICE OR BRING A TREAT FOR A SUNDAY COFFEE RECEPTION?
If you will do one of these things during our
September-October 2019
rotation, you'll be helping to extend Mayflower's hospitality and show that we CARE! Please check out what dates are available and
sign up online.
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Join the Mayflower Chancel Choir!
We eagerly invite new friends to discover the joys and rewards of singing in Chancel Choir.
If you like to sing and want to grow with us -- glorifying God with your musical talents, and deepening your faith through music --
come sing with us!
Practice: Wednesday nights 7:30-9:00pm
Sunday Service: Arrive at 9:30am for 10:30am service
(There is child care available both times if you have young children.)
If you enjoyed singing in high school or college, you will fit in well with those of us who are not professional singers, yet enjoy performing music. Wear cool choir robes, be part of each Sunday morning service, and become a member of this tight-knit, caring community within our larger church family. We hope that you will prayerfully consider joining in the fun and fellowship.
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This is a free concert series held on Monday evenings in October at 7:00 pm.
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616-459-6255 / office@mayflowerchurch.org
Summer Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-2:00pm (Closed Fridays)
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