"And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you" (Luke 11:9 ESV).
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PRAYER REQUESTS
For the missionaries from Hands of Mercy and Women of the Pearl who will be going to South Sudan and Uganda in August; pray that many will respond to their love and come to know Christ, and for safety of both missionaries and people for whom they care ... Becky Grossmann (Lutheran Bible Translators) and her teams, who need better internet service in Liberia; also in thanksgiving for progress made and for the renewal the missionaries experienced at the recent retreat in Missouri ... The Michigan District's LWML Convention July 29-31 ... Our Savior, Flint in thanksgiving for their 90 years of grace in ministry ... Rev. John and Carol Schreiber (emeriti) and family, whose 2-year-old grandson, David, died suddenly on July 19 ... The family and friends of E. Marjorie Gallert, widow of the late Pastor A.R. Gallert (St. John, Ionia), who died July 18 ... The family and friends of Marie A. Kaiser (mother of Rev. John Kaiser, St. Paul, Lapeer; Jim Kaiser, Lutheran Bible Translators; and Ann Pfeiffer, Commissioned Emeritus) who passed away on July 21 ... The family and friends of Rev. Dr. Ralph A. Bohlmann (President Emeritus LCMS and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Mo) who passed away on July 24 ... Rev. Herbert H. Graupner (Emeritus) who is in stable condition and recovering from a stroke ... This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: St. John's, Taylor; Holy Ghost, Monroe; St. Michael, Wayne; Cross of Christ, South Lyon; Our Savior, Lansing.
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MICHIGAN AND INDIANA INTENTIONAL INTERIM MINISTRY FALL CONFERENCES
September 26-29 |Intro to IIM and Continuing Ed
 The Intentional Interim Ministry Conferences will take place at Michindoh Conference Center in Hillsdale this fall. The Introduction to IIM will take place September 26-28 with speaker, Rev. Dr. Robert Kasper. The IIM Continuing Education will take place on September 28-29 with speakers Rev. Dr. Robert Kasper and Rev. Dr. Byran Salminen. Please note that there are separate registrations for each conference. Click here to register for the Intro to IIM and click here for IIM Continuing Ed.
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IMMANUEL, LELAND SUMMER CONCERT SERIES CONTINUES
 Immanuel, Leland recently dedicated its new G.M. Buck renovated pipe organ to the Glory of God. The summer concert series continues on July 29 at 7 p.m. Benjamin Kolodziej, organist at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Plano, Tex. and professor of organ at Central Methodist University, will perform. Dr. Steven Wente, professor of music and chair of the music department at Concordia University in River Forest, Ill. will close the concert series on August 13 at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend. For more information, contact the church office at 231.256.9464. |
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Polzin Ordination and Installation
The dual parishes of Mt. Hope, Grayling and Trinity, Gaylord are pleased to announce the Ordination and Installation of Joseph W. B. Polzin, a graduate of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Mo. The service will be held at Mt. Hope, Grayling on Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 3 p.m. and a celebration dinner will follow at Trinity, Gaylord at approximately 5:30 p.m. All are welcome. Those wishing to attend are asked to RSVP for dinner by contacting Trinity's church office at 989.732.4816.
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"CONNECTING KIDS TO CHRIST" VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
July and August, 2016 | Summer Camps
 Summer in the inner city is filled with hunger, danger, and hopelessness for the children who live there. Gifts For All God's Children (GFAGC) has a continuing mission to share the love of Christ with these children and to connect them to a local church where they can find food for body and soul, safety, and hope for the future. Two weeks of "Connecting Kids to Christ" Summer Camp have been planned at East Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 3510 E. Outer Drive in Detroit: July 11-15 and August 8-12, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! You can be a part of God's exciting work in Detroit. It's a wonderful opportunity for individuals and youth groups to serve through a local "mission trip" experience. Contact Carlyn Roth at 313.892.2670 or [email protected]. |
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WEAR YOUR PEARLS ON JULY 31
Women of the Pearl: Pearls for Medina
 Medina, a woman reached by Women of the Pearl Ministry, is being baptized on July 31 in Uganda. Medina expressed the desire for Baptism four years ago, but her Muslim family and culture have prevented it. When she is baptized, she will lose her whole family immediately. To show her love and support, Christian women are asked to wear pearls (real or fake) that Sunday and post a photo of themselves wearing pearls on Women of the Pearl's Facebook page together with words of encouragement. Share this information with the ladies in your congregations. Let's show Medina how large her new Christian family is! |
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MOST MINISTRIES TO HOST MOVIE NIGHT "THE FIRST ROSA"
Thursday, August 4, 2016 | MOST Ministries Mission Center
 You are invited to attend an evening of wine, cheese, and chocolate at MOST Ministries Mission Center; 655 Phoenix Dr; Ann Arbor MI 48108. The movie "The First Rosa" will be shown documenting Dr. Rosa J. Young's amazing life and the impact she had as an LCMS teacher on her students and local community. After the movie, special guest Susan Hill, who was instrumental in the making of the movie, will speak. Please RSVP your attendance to Kelly Bone at 734.994.7909 or [email protected]. |
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KLAUS TO SPEAK AT LLL MEN'S RETREAT
September 8-11, 2016 | Camp Arcadia, Mich.
 For 71 years the Lutheran Laymen's League of Michigan has been hosting a fall retreat in the historic setting of Camp Arcadia. Laymen are invited to step away from their busy lives and enjoy a weekend of fellowship and relaxation around the teaching of God's Word along with fun activities in the beautiful setting of Camp Arcadia. This year's retreat will take place September 8-11. The keynote speaker is Rev. Ken Klaus, speaker emeritus for the Lutheran Hour. Chaplains for the event are Rev. Jim Rolf from Hope, Linden and Rev. Mike Vieregge from Our Shepherd, Birmingham. Registration is available here. |
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The following is a list of events happening in the congregations and schools of the Michigan District, LCMS and other ministries.
Jul 30 | Emmanuel, Cadillac
Car and Tractor Show
Jul 31 | Zion, Hemlock
Vacation Bible School
Jul 31-Aug 4 | Faith, Bridgeport
Vacation Bible School
Aug 1-4 | St. Paul Northville
Cave Quest VBS
Aug 1-5 | Peace, Shelby Township
Ocean Commotion VBS
Aug 1-5 | Good Shepherd, Saginaw
Vacation Bible School
Aug 1-5 | Trinity, Davison
Vacation Bible School - Egypt
Aug 1-5 | Trinity, Clinton Township
Polzin Ordination and Installation
Aug 7 | Mt. Hope, Grayling/Trinity, Gaylord
CSL Summer Workshop
Aug 8-10 | St. Luke, Haslett
Barnyard Roundup VBS
Aug 8-11 | Living Faith, Marine City
VBS - Israel in Jesus' Day
Aug 9-11 | Trinity, Traverse City
| Rummage Sale
Aug 11 | Emmanuel, Britton
Euchrefest Fundraiser
Aug 12 | St. Lorenz, Frankenmuth
Vacation Bible School
Aug 22-28 | St. Paul, Pontiac
FREE Community Carnival
Aug 28 | St. John's, Adrian
Family Fun Festival
Aug 28 | Trinity, Utica
Labor Day Family Campout
Sep 2-5 | Camp Concordia, Gowen, Mich.
Car Show and Block Party
Sep 11 | Trinity, Wyandotte
Beth Moore Live Simulcast
Sep 17 | Trinity, Davison
Failure of Sex Education in the Church
Sep 18, 20, 22 | Three Locations
Annual Walther League Reunion
Sep 24 | Bavarian Inn Lodge, Frankenmuth
FiveTwo National Conference
Sep 27-29 | Austin, Texas
ReConnect Family Conference
Oct 21-23 | Shepherd's Gate, Shelby Twp. |
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HYMNALS AND SONG BOOKS AVAILABLE - FREE
St. Stephen, Waterford has 100+ copies of "The Other Song Book" and 75+ copies of "Hymns You Like to Sing." If you are interested, contact Tammy Miller at 248.673.6621 or [email protected]. |
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PORTABLE HOT FOOD TABLE FOR SALE
St. Paul, Belleville is selling a Duke EP304 Aerohot Portable Hot Food Table with 4 wells, including three large trays with three large tray covers, and three small trays with two small tray covers. For more information, contact Lance Heller at 734.699.0041 or [email protected]. To view posting and pictures online, click here. |
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PART-TIME TEACHER
Our Savior, Hartland has an opening for an a.m. part-time teacher for grade 2 or 3. This person must be an LCMS member in good standing, and have a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate. The candidate should have a nurturing spirit, basic computer skills, and be a good communicator with parents and children alike. For more information, please contact Principal Andrea Johnson at [email protected] or 248.887.3836 ext. 113. Resumes may also be sent to Our Savior Lutheran School; 13667 W Highland Rd; Hartland MI 48353.
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PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT TEACHER
Pilgrim Lutheran Preschool, Essexville seeks a part-time preschool assistant teacher. Position entails 23-25 hours per week from August 15-May 31. Candidates must be at least 19 years old at the time of employment, preferably experienced with Lutheran or other Christian education, Associates Degree or higher in Early Childhood Development, or applicable combination or education and experience. For complete job description click here. Send application to Pilgrim Lutheran Preschool, 1705 Nebobish Ave, Essexville MI 48732. Position open until filled.
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