Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church Spire
February 15, 2014     
In This Issue
Family Retreat Weekend
York Connection
Sending Sunday
ChristNet Fund Raiser

In the Life of Our Congregation  

  

Attendance 

January  12         188
January  19         168
January  26          209
February  2          156
February  9          154

 

Visitors
Presley Sims; Gabe De Wolfe; Michelle Holowicki; Nichole Feld

 

Concerns

 Belle Mullen; Dolly, mother of Jean Fletcher; Wayne (son of Donna Crabtree) & his wife  Julie Moshauer; Dorothy, mother of Donna Crabtree; Marty Coakley; Janice Renier

 

Deaths

Patrice Crocker, sister of Achsah Stremsterfer; Glennel Madden, sister of Vel Figg

 

Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry

 

February 16
Deuteronomy 30:16
I have commanded you today to love the Lord your God and to follow his paths and to keep his laws, so that you will live and become a great nation, and so that the Lord your God will bless you and the land you are about to purchase.
 
February 23
Psalm 119:33
Just tell me what to do Oh lord! and I will do it. As long as I live I'll wholeheartedly obey.
 
  
  
GIPC is a Stephen Ministry congregation. Contact a pastor or Julie Gloor for more information about this ministry. 

 

 

 

 

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God's Minute

I have only just a minute,

Only sixty seconds in it.

Forced upon me, Can't refuse it,

Didn't seek it, didn't choose it,

But it's up to me to use it.

I must suffer if I lose it,

Give account if I abuse it.

Just a tiny little minute ~

But eternity is in it.

 

Author unknown

  
  
Friends Of The Groom Coming Soon! 

 

 Plan on a fun weekend with your church family...


   You won't want to miss this intergenerational event! Friends of the Groom, the professional theater group comes back to GIPC on Friday, February 28th through Sunday, March 2nd bringing fun and creativity. You'll remember them from last year when they were here and left everyone raving about the time with them.
   On Friday night, we'll look at Acts 12 by supposing what would happen if Simon Peter met detective Sam Spade, as we enjoy "The Case of the Missing Bodies". Note for parents of young children: This segment of the weekend is best suited for ages 5 and older because of loud noises which might frighten the youngest of us. (Child care will be provided if you indicate on the sign-up sheet that you'd like it.) 

   Then come again on Saturday, March 1st (all ages can join in) from 9 am -noon for "Beyond Bathrobes..." a workshop on how to use drama and storytelling in telling the Christian message.
   We will also have an opportunity for 8-10 people, a mix of children and adults, to sign up to work with the theater company from 1-2 on Saturday afternoon in order to prepare to participate in worship on Sunday morning. They will learn to bring the Christian message alive in an exciting and challenging format. Watch for both sign-ups at the Crossroads and plan to join us for this entertaining way to explore our faith together. It promises to be an interesting and exciting weekend as we look at Christian theater as a way to grow in our faith!brightsunday      

  
York Connection 

 

"Life" Notebooks   
   Do you have, readily accessible and in one spot, your vital information such as family members, financial facts, medical data and final arrangements?  York Connection has put together "Life" notebooks that can be a 'Go To' source when a crisis occurs. No one will need to wonder who to contact or what investments you have, who your doctors are or what medications you take, what possessions you own or what constitutes your home maintenance information.
   Stop by the Crossroads. York Connection is selling these notebooks for $2 apiece. The notebook comes with the first tab: your Personal Information section, ready for you to fill in the blanks. Each month we'll hand out, free, another section. February's section is Your Medical History. In future months you'll add Your Estate section, Your Investments and your Personal Possessions, among others. 
   When we run out of our stock of notebooks, we'll take orders for more and notify you as soon as they come in. It's the best $2 you'll ever spend!
  
York Tips
   
   Sometimes it helps us to be reminded of life's simple truths:
* Life is much too short so live in the present and enjoy every moment.
* Be patient, accepting and respectful to everyone, including those closest to you.
* Be slow to judge, slow to condemn and slow to anger but quick to forgive.
* Share your feelings, share your love, share your gifts and share your resources.
* Freely admitting your mistakes and making amends allows you to move-on.
* Make eye contact and really listen to others: nothing is learned while we are speaking.
* Appearance, demeanor, grammar and personal hygiene are critical to being accepted.
* Reasoning and logic open us to new and unfamiliar ideas, opinions, and situations.
* It is wise to study every angle and weigh every cost before making important decisions.
* Smiles are contagious: nothing affects others more than a cheerful, positive attitude. 
* When everything else fails, apply the KISS principal: Keep It Simple, Stupid.
Ignore these truths and, in time, you'll discover them anyway.    
Chief Runamuck
  
  
women4women-knitting4peace to crafting hope, healing and peace one stitch at a time. See our display, pick up a bookmark, and Sit n' Knit for a spell. We are currently making scarves. Knit one row or 20 and the next person will do the same. Soon we will have a warm scarf for a woman in need. There are also samples and instructions for making bright colored baby washcloths for layettes. Location: on the bench outside the church office. This is sponsored by the York Connection and is open to all who want to sit n' knit!

 

  
Drop in "Feeling Fit" Yoga Class Thursdays at 1:00. All ages and levels of mobility are welcome. Cost is $5.00 a class. Class meets for 45 minutes. 
  
Wednesday Game Day: Come play a friendly game of euchre, bridge or dominoes every Wednesday from 4-6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Bridge game begins at 2:00 pm.

   

Jigsaw Puzzles

   Winter is a great time to work on puzzles, and we have some shelved in the Fireside Room. Set one up on a table on the west side of the Fellowship Hall, and feel free to leave it there and work on it at your leisure. Parents, please let your children know that this is an adult activity.

Sending Sunday
grace house
Grace House II Volunteers
  
   On Sunday, February 9th, volunteers and helping hands were commissioned to continue this fine project of providing transitional housing to people who need an assist to getting back on their feet. GIPC has partnered with Wayne County Metro Community Action Agency, who coordinates the homeless programs in our area, to find a family for us. Many in the congregation have given not only of their time and talents, but have donated furnishings and household items to make the house a home. Check the display board inside the front entrance for additional ways you can help and donate the numerous items that are still needed for Grace House II.
  
ChristNet Fund Raiser 

 

 

CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL

located at 1405 Toledo-Dix Road in Southgate 

Is pleased to host
Lunching for the Homeless
to benefit ChristNet on
Saturday, March 15th

From 11:30 am to 1:30 pm


Cost is
$15 for adults
$5 for kids ages 5-10 years

Children under 4 - FREE


Menu
Chicken Marsala
Penne Pomodoro
Minestrone Soup
Bread

Non-Alcoholic Beverage


Contact Jo-Anne Gronlund before March 7th for tickets at 734-676-0046.

  

 

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