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A Word of Hope from President Maier |
My dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
It is a struggle to write another statement upon the news of 19 elementary school-aged children and teachers who were killed in a mass shooting in Texas. Some of my COP (Council of Presidents) brothers have done so more eloquently than I, and soon I will also have you read Texas District President Michael Newman’s letter to all of us letting us know how we can help. Most everything seems meaningless to write or say because these acts of violence are so outrageously evil. Read more >
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Those affected by the shooting in Uvalde, Texas ... This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Lamb of God, Flint; Faith Tamil, Troy; St. John's, Ludington; Living Word, Lansing.
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TO REGISTER OR EXCUSE YOURSELF FROM THE DISTRICT CONVENTION
Please use the links on the registration page. Anyone who attends the Convention must be registered online. Voting Delegate Credential Forms can also be uploaded there. As a reminder, lay delegates will be assigned a PID by the District Office after they have registered. It can be left blank on the Credential Form.
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The Michigan District Here We Stand (HWS) Campaign has raised over $1.3 million for the Michigan District Endowment Fund. Preparing for future mission and ministry in the Michigan District is as important as providing for current ministry. The Endowment Fund allocates 36% of it’s assets to provide distributions to aid mission and ministry work of the Michigan District (i.e., new mission congregations, expansion of existing missions, or new ministry opportunities). Will you help us meet our goal of $3 million for the Michigan District Endowment Fund? Visit herewestand.michigandistrict.org.
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EDUCATION VACANCIES IN OUR LUTHERAN SCHOOLS
Many Lutheran schools have openings for the 2022-2023 school year. A complete list can be found here.
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TEXAS DISTRICT COMFORT CARE
Trinity Lutheran Church in Uvalde, Texas has indicated that financial donations are the best way to help at this time. 100% of every gift will go to help with the many needs families and victims are experiencing. Trinity is partnering with the LCMS Texas District to receive and distribute these donations. You can find a donation link and information at txlcms.org/help-for-uvalde/.
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JUNE VISUAL FAITH RESOURCES
Visual Church Year Children's Bulletins and Sermon Notes for May are ready and available to download on the Visual Faith® Ministry Website! Our artists this month are Ann Gillaspie and Katie Helmreich. Also available is a complete graphics-only file, as well as JPG files of the Sermon Notes for use in your bulletins for regular and legal size (*NEW), half sheet graphic JPG files, 5-up Bible margins, and even the prayer margins (created spaces) all on one sheet.
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BODLEY 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
June 26 | St. Clair Shores
Rev. Christopher Bodley and wife, Shikina, will be honored as he celebrates his 30 years of ministry on Sunday, June 26 at ENCORE in St. Clair Shores. Tickets are $40/person. Please RSVP your attendance by June 15 to Mary Fields at 313.433.7780. A portion of the ticket sales will go to support a Haitian ministry.
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VBS LISTINGS can be found here.
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Trinity, Utica is one of the churches leading the way when it comes to livestreaming, social media, and using technology to reach and engage their members and the community. Rev. Justin Krupsky, together with Josh Britton, Chris Winter, and Josh Weyhing, join us to talk about technology in the church. They share experiences and lessons learned as they find new and innovative ways to incorporate technology into their ministry. Listen here >
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NURSE SOUGHT
The Luke Clinic is looking for a Clinical Care RN to join its ministry team. The ideal candidate is someone who would be thrilled to work in full-time ministry overseeing prenatal and infant care for vulnerable families. The office is located in Whitmore Lake and the team goes out to its two clinic locations in Detroit and Flint on alternate weeks. For more information or to apply, contact penny@thelukeclinic.org.
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SUMMER CAMP STAFF NEEDED FOR THIS SEASON
Camp Concordia in Gowen, Mich. still has need for paid and volunteer staff for the following positions: health officer, male and female counselors, and kitchen staff. Top pay! For more information or to apply, please go to campconcordia.org/employment.html.
Camp Lu Lay Lea still needs camp counselors, program staff, and an assistant cook. The camp is located near West Branch. The season starts June 12 and ends August 7. For information about the camp and how to apply, please go to camplulaylea.org.
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