ePrompter Newsletter
May 16 ePrompter
June 10 End of the School Year
All-Church-Picnic at Wright Ave Park
Here’s a great opportunity to celebrate the end of the school-year and the near-arrival of summer. This all-church picnic will begin around 11:30 am at Wright Ave Park. Hot dogs will be provided. Bring a dish to share, blankets and lawn chairs and games!
Worship Ministry Volunteer Appreciation Round Up
…A high falutin & rip-roarin’ soiree
Wednesday, May 23
at 6:00 pm at His Place
For all volunteers who’ve served in worship ministries over the past year. Wear yer favorite cowboy duds! Cactus juice, pulled pork, potatoes, beans, cole slaw and desserts will be served. Please R.S.V.P. with regrets only to: 463-3730 or firstcog@gmail.com
This Sunday evening, May 20th @ 6:00 pm
Informal time with Dr. ABD from Sierra Leone, Africa (casual sharing and discussion about the next trip to Sierra Leone). Pizza party to follow at Sams.
Worship Schedule ChangeMay 27, Sunday of Memorial Weekend
Memorial BouquetOn Memorial Sunday, May 27th, please join us as we create a memorial bouquet in remembrance of our deceased loved ones. If you wish to participate, please bring a cut flower with you into the service, where you will be given further instructions. |
Due to the holiday weekend, there will be only ONE worship service (Sunday, May 27th) at 11:00 am. There will be no Christian Education classes.Congratulations Class of 2012
You are invited to an Open House for:
- Brittany Leppien on Friday, June 1st from 5:00-8:00 pm at the Pine River Country Club in Alma
- Joshua Woodbury on Saturday, June 2nd from 1:00-5:00 pm at the Filling Station
- Keeley Schnepp on Saturday, June 2nd from 5:00-7:30pm at His Place
- Amber Bieske on Saturday, June 9th from 11:00 am-2:00 pm at the Filling Station
- Amy Henderson on Sunday, June 10th from 2:00-5:00 pm at Shepherd United Methodist Church
- Garrett Humphrey on Saturday, June 16th from 2:00-4:00 pm at His Place
- Nate Smith on Sunday, June 17th from 1:00-4:00 pm at 4142 W. Harrison Road in Alma
- Rebeka Lucchesi on Sunday, June 17th from 3:00-7:00 pm at 6155 Bliss Road in Elwell
- Gabriel Howd on Saturday, June 23rd from 4:00-8:00 pm at 605 Maple Street in St. Louis
- Taylor Fenby on Sunday, June 24th from 5:00-8:00 pm at 7510 South Wise Road in Shepherd
May 9 ePrompter
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Worship Ministry Volunteer Appreciation Round Up
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Save the Date: June 10Youth Car Wash! May 25
Plan to get your car washed May 25th between 11am and 3pm in the His Place parking lot.
Recent Website Updates
Worship Schedule Change
Please note that on Sunday, May 27 (Memorial Day weekend) we will have one worship service only, beginning at 11:00 am.
No Sunday School May 27
There will be no Sunday School May 27 – Memorial Holiday Weekend. Please return June 3rd for the End-of-the-Year breakfast for all Sunday School children Grades Pre-K through 6th grade. This will take place during the Sunday School hour. The teachers and children enjoy a great breakfast prepared by our college breakfast team. There will be prizes for all and we look forward to seeing all the children there on that day.
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“Heart and Sole”
REGISTER NOW!
His Place Summer Camps are filling fast.
May 2 ePrompter
May 6 End of the Year Senior Banquet and Cookout
5:30pm-8:00pm
All incoming 7th-12th grade students, families, and all graduating seniors and their families are invited to join us in celebrating a great year together! This will be a night to remember what God has done this year at the Filling Station as well as give a preview for the summer and upcoming year. Dinner and drinks will be provided, however we are asking that each class bring something to share:
- Current Freshman – dessert
- Sophomores – chips or a side
- Juniors – veggie, fruit, or salad
- Junior high – salad or side.
National Day of Prayer, May 3
Teamagers This Sunday, May 6
Worship Ministry Volunteer Appreciation Round Up
…A high falutin & rip-roarin’ soiree
Wednesday, May 23
at 6:00 pm at His Place
For all volunteers who’ve served in worship ministries over the past year. Wear yer favorite cowboy duds! Cactus juice, pulled pork, potatoes, beans, cole slaw and desserts will be served. Please R.S.V.P. with regrets only to: 463-3730 or firstcog@gmail.com
Youth Car Wash! May 25
Plan to get your car washed May 25th between 11am and 3pm in the His Place parking lot.
No Sunday School May 27
There will be no Sunday School May 27 – Memorial Holiday Weekend. Please return June 3rd for the End-of-the-Year breakfast for all Sunday School children Grades Pre-K through 6th grade. This will take place during the Sunday School hour. The teachers and children enjoy a great breakfast prepared by our college breakfast team. There will be prizes for all and we look forward to seeing all the children there on that day.
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REGISTER NOW!
His Place Summer Camps are filling fast.
April 25 ePrompter
Welcome to Alma First Church of God Luncheon
Are you new to our congregation?
Please join us for a
Welcome Luncheon
Sunday, April 29
12:15pm at His Place
In addition to enjoying some wonderful food and fellowship, we’d love to introduce you to our staff and ministry leaders as well as share some helpful information about our mission, ministries and how we care for one another. The Welcome Luncheon will be on Sunday, April 29th following the second service (@ approximately 12:15 pm) in His Place. Please RSVP to the church office no later than Thursday, April 26th at firstcog@gmail.com or phone 989-463-3730.
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May 6 End of the Year Senior Banquet and Cookout
5:30pm-8:00pm
All incoming 7th-12th grade students, families, and all graduating seniors and their families are invited to join us in celebrating a great year together! This will be a night to remember what God has done this year at the Filling Station as well as give a preview for the summer and upcoming year. Dinner and drinks will be provided, however we are asking that each class bring something to share:
- Current Freshman – dessert
- Sophomores – chips or a side
- Juniors – veggie, fruit, or salad
- Junior high – salad or side.
REGISTER NOW!
His Place Summer Camps are filling fast.
April 18 ePrompter
Welcome to Alma First Church of God Luncheon
Are you new to our congregation?
Please join us for a
Welcome Luncheon
Sunday, April 29
12:15pm at His Place
In addition to enjoying some wonderful food and fellowship, we’d love to introduce you to our staff and ministry leaders as well as share some helpful information about our mission, ministries and how we care for one another. The Welcome Luncheon will be on Sunday, April 29th following the second service (@ approximately 12:15 pm) in His Place. Please RSVP to the church office no later than Thursday, April 26th at firstcog@gmail.com or phone 989-463-3730.
Communion Visitation Ministry
There will be a brief training for those who will be serving in the communion visitation ministry this Sunday, April 22, right after the 2nd service in the church library.
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May 6 End of the Year Senior Banquet and Cookout 5:30pm-8:00pm
All incoming 7th-12th grade students, families, and all graduating seniors and their families are invited to join us in celebrating a great year together! This will be a night to remember what God has done this year at the Filling Station as well as give a preview for the summer and upcoming year. Dinner and drinks will be provided, however we are asking that each class bring something to share:
- Current Freshman – dessert
- Sophomores – chips or a side
- Juniors – veggie, fruit, or salad
- Junior high – salad or side.
The Seekers Adult Christian Education
The Seekers Adult Education class has had a change in schedule. The “Arts and the Bible” class originally scheduled to start in May will begin in the fall. Please plan to join us for this very interesting and contemporary topic in which we will review not only the Bible’s use of various art forms, but also Biblical perspectives on art in our modern age. We will continue studying the “End Times” until June 3rd, when we will end along with the childern’s classes. Please feel free to join us for the remainder of this year and for an enlightening conversation looking at Revelation.
April 11 ePrompter
Welcome to Alma First Church of God Luncheon
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Are you new to our congregation?‘Heart and Sole’ … running and walking together
April and May – Call His Place at 463-1676 for more information
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April 15 Whirlyball “Welcome Back” Youth Party
If you’ve signed up for Whirlyball please be at the Filling Station by 12:30pm. We will return to the Filling Station by 7:30pm. If you don’t plan to attend, please note there will be no youth this Sunday evening.
Attention Parents
Pastor Ben has “True Love Waits” materials for anyone who is interested. Please contact Pastor Ben for more information.
2012 Graduating Seniors
High School and College Graduate Recognition Sunday will be May 20 at 8:30am and 11:00am. (Please note the change of date!) All graduating high school and college students please submit a picture, open house info if applicable, and a brief description of your future plans to the church office by Sunday, May 6. (Alma College Graduates will be recognized this Sunday, April 15.)
Communion Visitation Ministry
Beginning in April, our congregation will serve communion to shut-ins and others who are unable to come to our worship service. A sign-up sheet is available at the welcome center for those who would like to participate in this ministry. Please contact Nick Lawson or Pastor Steve if you have further questions. (We perform a background check on all persons who work with children, youth and the vulnerable elderly.)
April 4th ePrompter
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Join us and Celebrate Easter
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Easter Brunch
Baked goods and fresh fruit are needed for the Easter Brunch that will be served at 10:00am Easter Sunday, April 8th. You may be called on by a Hospitality team leader. If you are not and still would like to provide something, there will be a sign-up sheet by the Welcome Center. Please bring your donations Saturday April 7th between 10:00am. and noon at His Place. Call Trish Wilson at 289-2088 if you have questions.
Maundy Thursday
This year on Maundy Thursday, April 5th, we will celebrate together a simple adaptation of the Jewish Passover Seder meal at 5:30pm at His Place. This is a family event and children of all ages are welcome. Immediately following the Seder meal will be our foot washing ceremony at 7:00pm. While this also can be a family experience, child care will be available. You may sign up at the Welcome Center or call Sue at 833-7186 or Dawn at 466-6180 if you have any questions.
Community Good Friday Service
Friday, April 6th there will be a Community Good Friday Service at 12:15pm in the Doig Chapel at Masonic Pathways.
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2012 College Graduates
Please submit your graduation photo along with a brief description of your future plans to the church office by Monday, April 9th. You may submit your information either by email to firstcog@gmail.com or by dropping it off Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 4:00pm. College Graduate recognition Sunday is April 15th!
March 28 ePrompter
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Join us and Celebrate Easter
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Easter Brunch
Baked goods and fresh fruit are needed for the Easter Brunch that will be served at 10:00am Easter Sunday, April 8th. You may be called on by a Hospitality team leader. If you are not and still would like to provide something, there will be a sign-up sheet by the Welcome Center. Please bring your donations Saturday April 7th between 10:00am. and noon at His Place. Call Trish Wilson at 289-2088 if you have questions.
Teamagers This Sunday
”NO FOOLIN’!” Next Sunday, April 1st after the 2nd worship service teamagers will meet at His Place. “In the Light Quartet” will be the program. Please bring a dish to pass and your own table service. Beverages will be furnished. This is our monthly get together of TEAMAGERS. Those who are 55 and older please come and join the fun!
Maundy Thursday
This year on Maundy Thursday, April 5th, we will celebrate together a simple adaptation of the Jewish Passover Seder meal at 5:30pm at His Place. This is a family event and children of all ages are welcome. Immediately following the Seder meal will be our foot washing ceremony at 7:00pm. While this also can be a family experience, child care will be available. You may sign up at the Welcome Center or call Sue at 833-7186 or Dawn at 466-6180 if you have any questions.
Community Good Friday Service
Friday, April 6th there will be a Community Good Friday Service at 12:15pm in the Doig Chapel at Masonic Pathways.
2012 College Graduates
Please submit your graduation photo along with a brief description of your future plans to the church office by Monday, April 9th. You may submit your information either by email to firstcog@gmail.com or by dropping it off Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 4:00pm. College Graduate recognition Sunday is April 15th!
March 21 ePrompter
Believers Baptism
If you plan to be baptized, or if you have questions, please call the church office or sign up at the Welcome Center. |
Those who wish to follow Christ in baptism will have an opportunity to do so on Easter Sunday, April 8th. Our congregation practices what we call “believers baptism” – a baptism by immersion of persons who have believed in Jesus Christ and who wish to testify to the church and to the world that they are following him. If you wish to be baptized, you are required to participate in one of these baptism classes: April 15 Whirlyball Youth Party
Non-Refundable deposit of $10 is due by March 25th to reserve your spot! If there is no deposit by this day, your name will be taken off the list. If you didn’t attend the retreat, a medical release form is required to cover all youth trips.
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His Kids Closing ProgramsHis Kids Spaghetti Dinner and Closing Programs are today, March 21st for grades 1-2 and Wednesday, March 28th for grades 3-4-5 at 5:00 pm. The His Place ministry team and the Hospitality ministry team will host the students and their families after the closing program. Are you available to attend? Join us to see just how many kids and families are impacted by this ministry! |
This week’s blog from Pastor Steve
Last Chance to Sponsor a Student going to IYC with Stock Options
We are looking for families to partner with, pray for, and sponsor eight students attending IYC 2012 and Lead 222 Mission experience this summer in Denver, CO. During the next few weeks on the bulletin board next to the Welcome Center you will find a “Stock Options” sign-up. You can personally invest in and sponsor a specific student this summer by purchasing one or more shares in their name ($25/share). All of our sponsors will then be matched up with their student(s) to pray for them prior to and during the IYC experience. All students will write to their sponsors during the trip. Sponsors will receive an invitation to attend a “Shareholder’s Appreciation Banquet,” where students will “share” their testimonies. May you be blessed as you “invest” in our students!
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Join us and Celebrate Easter
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March 14 ePrompter
Believers Baptism
If you plan to be baptized, or if you have questions, please call the church office or sign up at the Welcome Center. |
Whirlyball “Welcome Back” Youth Party
Join us as we welcome students back from Spring Break in an awesome way! Combine bumper cars, basketball, and throw in some plastic banana scoops and a ball and you’ll get the wonderful game of Whirlyball! Anyone can play – trust us, this is a fun event you don’t want to miss. Sign-up now to join us on April 15th (following Easter) for a whole youth ministry trip to play Whirlyball, in Novi, MI. Total Cost: $20/student (includes full afternoon of whirlyball and beverages provided). Plus, just bring a few dollars for fast food on the way home.
Non-Refundable deposit of $10 is due by March 25th to reserve your spot! If there is no deposit by this day, your name will be taken off the list. If you didn’t attend retreat, a medical release form is required to cover all youth trips.
Depart Filling Station (April 15th): 12:30pm - Return to Filling Station: 7:30pm
Pink Flamingo Sales Kickoff Tonight, March 14 at 5:30pm!
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His Kids and
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This week’s blog from Pastor Steve:
“Letting Go”
“The Seekers” Class Studying End Times
The Mayan calendar and the year 2012 have prompted many conversations about ‘end-times.’ What does Scripture teach about ‘last things.’ Pastor Steve is joining “The Seekers” adult class for a lively conversation about this topic. The Book of Revelation will be our primary text for this class. If you are not yet involved in an adult class, this would be a great time to jump in. The Seekers class meets in the Game Room in His Place from 9:45 to 10:45 am. The Game Room is just off the northwest corner of the gymnasium.