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School Cereal Challenge Benefits Food Bank and Hospital |
During the 2020-2021 school year, students faced many different challenges. With many changes of calendar events and activities being held in the classroom, Our Shepherd Lutheran School in Birmingham, Mich. challenged the students with various mission projects.
In May of 2021, the students at Our Shepherd were challenged to bring in 2,000 boxes of cereal. Read more.
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The family and friends of Lenita Schroeder (wife of Commissioned Emeritus, Kenneth Schroeder) who passed away on July 2 ... Chad and Heidi Woltemath (District office, Ann Arbor) and family, upon the death of their brother in law on July 8 ... Brian and Debby Fall (District office, Ann Arbor), upon the death of Brian's brother, Trevor, on July 9 ... The Seppamaki family, upon the death of Judy and Ray Seppamaki (Ray was on the CEF Board for many years) ... The family and friends of Charles Storck (Commissioned Emeritus) who passed away on April 10, 2021 ... This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: St. John, Burr Oak; LSEM, Ann Arbor; Wellspring, Flint; California-Nevada-Hawaii District, Livermore, CA; Our Savior, Glennie.
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CONCORDIA HEALTH PLAN TOWN HALL MEETING (WEBINAR)
July 26, 2021 | 2 p.m.
The Michigan District and Concordia Plan Services invite you to a Town Hall meeting on July 26 at 2 p.m. to discuss everything you need to know about the Concordia Health Plan in advance of the 2022 Employer Election Period. Click here to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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EXHIBITORS -- REGISTER NOW!
ALL PASTORS CONFERENCE
October 10-13, 2021 | Bellaire
Registration is now open for exhibitors to showcase their products and ministries at the All Pastors Conference in Bellaire, October 10-13, 2021. For more information and to register, click here.
CONNECTIONS CONFERENCE
November 22-23, 2021 | Ft. Wayne, Ind.
Registration is now open for exhibitors to showcase their products and ministries at the Connections Conference for educators, which will host approximately 1,000 attendees from three districts. Click here to see the prospectus with sponsorship opportunities. Click here to register.
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Back Together in Worship is a series of short videos designed and produced to encourage people to gather in person for worship once again. Click here to access the playlist.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
If you haven't registered for the ECC yet, now is the time to do it! Click here for more information and to register.
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TEACHING VACANCIES
Teaching vacancies still need to be filled in our Lutheran schools, from preschool to high school. New vacancies have been added since last week. To view the list, click here.
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CLJC CLASS OF 1970/71 50TH REUNION
August 7-8, 2021 | CUAA
Calling all Concordia Lutheran Junior College Class of 70 and 71 members for a two-day reunion event on August 7-8, 2021. This two-day event will provide ample opportunities for fellowship, reminiscing, and sharing. Alumni will also have the chance to tour campus and see the changes that have taken place since they attended. To register, visit cuaa.edu/50threunion
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SHROUD OF TURIN PRESENTATION
Sat., July 24, 2021 | Our Savior, Gladwin
David Onysko, an internationally known speaker and researcher on the Shroud of Turin will be speaking from 6–8 p.m. at Our Savior, Gladwin on July 24. Please download this flyer to include in your congregation’s bulletins or enews. For more information, contact Rev. Jim Krach at jkrach1616@aol.com or 989.426.9689.
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RETIRED TEACHERS LUNCHEON
Retired Lutheran teachers will gather again on Monday, July 26, 2021, at 12 noon in the lower level of Zehnders Restaurant in Frankenmuth. All retired Lutheran teachers and their guests are welcome. We look forward to meeting some recent retirees! Join us for an afternoon of good food and, even better, fellowship with colleagues and friends. Please rsvp to Marsha Neumeyer at trost2260@gmail.com or by calling 989.274.1781 ($13/person, cash only).
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BEST PRACTICES HEARTLAND DEADLINE IS AUG. 15!
Be sure to register soon for Best Practices Heartland, taking place September 19-21, at St. Lorenz, Frankenmuth! With the goal of helping other congregations most effectively use their God-given gifts, the conference is free of charge to all who attend. Participants are greeted with warm hospitality, great speakers, and practical workshops. Register now!
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The Michigan District Here We Stand (HWS) Campaign has raised over $1.55 million for Professional Church Worker Scholarships. A gift to HWS will help provide the funding for substantial scholarships given to those students who have committed their lives to serving the Church as professional church workers. There are 25 weeks left in the campaign. Will you help us reach our goal of $3 million for Church Worker Scholarships? Visit herewestand.michigandistrict.org to donate.
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CAR NEEDED
A car is needed for a recently baptized member of All Nations, Troy. If you have an automobile that could be donated, please contact Rev. Farrukh Khan at 586.477.1530 or the POBLO office at 586.604.7300.
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