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People of Hope ... Vigorously Making Known the Love of Christ
Michigan District, LCMS
Weekly E-newsletter | September 27, 2022
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Meeting Needs With Dignity
After seven years of giving away food to the community (a total of 275 tons), Pastor Ed Doerner of Messiah, Midland shared that the congregation decided to interview all the people who received the food. One woman said she hated the food giveaway because “You dictate what we eat; a lot of it is expired, and some of it isn’t even healthy.” The interview was a reality check for Doerner. He then asked what they wanted, and the woman said, “We want a store we can afford.”
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Malachi Maldanado (newborn grandson of Rev. Jim and Sara Richter, The Vine, Grand Rapids), who is in NICU ... Rev. Joel Kaiser (Associate Pastor, St. Lorenz Lutheran School, Frankenmuth) and family, upon the death of his mother, Eileen, on September 20 ... Family and Friends of Rev. Dale B. Krueger (Emeritus), who passed away on September 22 ... This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Immanuel, Bay City; St. Peter, Kinde; Good Shepherd, Caseville; St. Lorenz, Frankenmuth; St. Peter, Hemlock.
Submit your prayer request >
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OCTOBER IS CHURCH WORKER APPRECIATION MONTH
October has typically been clergy appreciation month and this year, we are including the many other church workers who are also a true blessing to those they serve. Please take time out to thank pastors, teachers, church musicians, deaconesses, family life educators, directors of Christian education, youth ministers, and other church workers who serve in your congregation. For a few ideas to show your support, the LCMS has posted resources here.
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DIRECTORY UPDATE SHEETS ARE DUE THIS FRIDAY
Directory Update Sheets are due from all congregations/schools/RSO’s THIS Friday, September 30. As a reminder, if you do not have any changes, please let us know, so we know you did receive the sheet. If you need a new copy sent to you, please contact Jennifer at jennifer.rumberger@michigandistrict.org.
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TAKE HEART! RESPITE RETREAT
October 28-30 | Dayton, Ohio
All teachers currently teaching in Lutheran schools as well as all commissioned workers are invited to attend! Plan now to step away for a few days of enrichment, learning, worship, conversation, and vital application of God's Word to class and parish. "Take Heart!" offers the best combination and conversation of Christian psychology and biblical wisdom for those who serve. Registration is open through October 13. This retreat is made possible by the Office of National Mission of the LCMS. Register here >
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CUAA PIPE ORGAN REDEDICATION FESTIVAL
October 23 | Ann Arbor
All are invited to celebrate the completed restoration of Concordia University Ann Arbor's Schlicker Pipe Organ on Sunday, October 23 at 4 p.m. Refreshments will follow. Alumni choir members are invited to join the festival choir. Email john.boonenberg@cuaa.edu for details. For more information, click here.
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MY NEXT STEP
October 29 | Brighton
How do you find your small next step following Jesus? How can you notice your own joys and struggles without pride or judgment, and invite Jesus to meet you right where you are? What if you had courage to try and freedom to fail on your faith journey? Join award-winning author Justin Rossow on Saturday, October 29 from 9 a.m. to noon for some new tools, biblical insight, and real encouragement in the adventure of following Jesus. Register here >
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FALL EVENTS HOSTED BY CONGREGATIONS
Listings can be found here >
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Dr. Randy Schroeder has counseled couples and families throughout the LCMS. Dr. Schroeder joins Jeff Heisner for part 2 of our series to share some of his best practices. This time, the topic is parenting.
Listen here >
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LUTHERAN SPECIAL EDUCATION MINISTRIES--RESOURCE ROOM POSITIONS
LSEM is looking for several resource room teachers in many locations throughout Michigan and other states. Please click here for a current listing.
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DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
Lutheran Heritage Foundation in Macomb is looking to fill an immediate opening for a full-time database administrator. For additional information or to apply, visit lhfmissions.org/employment.
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VOLUNTEER TUTORS SOUGHT
Connecting Kids to Christ (CKC) Tutoring is in need to tutors to help children improve their reading skills. Tutoring can be done in person or via Zoom. For more information, click here.
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