E-Prompter - March 3, 2009

Observing Lent As we continue to observe Lent, please take a moment to prepare for worship each Sunday by slowly and carefully reading the passages of Scripture related to the theme for that day. Click here for the recommended passages. Also, please check in with Pastor Steve's blog later today as he describes the practice of the welcoming prayer.

Trip to Honduras Date Change This summer's trip to Honduras is changing dates! With this change, comes a $400 per person savings. The new dates are August 5 - 13. To secure your spot, a $150 deposit will be due by Sunday, March 22nd. We will be working with Donny Allen to build apartment buildings to support the school in La Ceiba. Get all the details now.

Baptism Classes

Those who wish to follow Christ in baptism will have an opportunity to do so on Palm Sunday, April 5th. Baptism is a joyous and powerful practice that signifies the new life that is ours through Jesus Christ. 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. In other words, people are baptized because of their own faith, not the decision of their parents or other well-wishers. Any new believer or any Christian who has not yet been baptized is strongly encouraged to make this public profession of faith.

If you wish to be baptized on April 5th, you are required to participate in a baptism class. Please choose one of these two sessions: Saturday morning, March 14th, from 10:30 am to noon in room 106 (downstairs, beneath the sanctuary), or Tuesday evening, March 17th, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm in room 106. If you plan to be baptized, or if you have questions, please contact the church office or sign up at the Welcome Center.

Honduran Coffee

Honduran coffee will be served during the 9:30AM fellowship time at His Place on Sundays. Bags of Honduran coffee will also be available for purchase at that
time.

Missions Fund Raising Team

We are looking for a group of people who would be interested in leading fund-raising for the upcoming mission trips to Honduras and Africa. If you are willing to help in this area, please contact Ron Woolsey or Rachel Messer.

Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministry is a Christ centered ministry that seeks to come alongside individuals who are experiencing lose or other difficulties. The purpose of Stephen Ministry is symbolized in its logo which portrays the cross, two individuals and a circle. The individual behind the cross appears to be broken, possibly due to imperfections and uncontrollable situations; the person standing in front of the cross does so because of the healing power and transforming grace of God, through the cross of Christ; the circle represents how we are made whole through the never ending love of Christ.

Childcare Coordinator

There is a need for a paid childcare coordinator for our church. A job description and application may be picked up at the church office. For more details please contact Beverly or phone 463-3730.

Food Pantry

We are looking for a volunteer who would be interested in organizing the pantry. Please contact Beverly at the church office or phone 463-3730. If you wish to make a donation to the pantry please contact the church office to see what is needed before bringing in your items.

February 25 - April 5 - 40 Days for Life

A national campaign to end abortion through prayer and fasting will be held from February 25th through April 5th. Join with others from around the world to protect human life. A group in Lansing will pray outside an abortion clinic as a peaceful demonstration around the clock for the 40 days. If you are interested or have any questions please contact Matt or Sue Stack or phone 989-833-7186. You can sign up for prayer time on the website.

Visit Upcoming Events Page

Please visit our Upcoming Events Page to see all scheduled events.

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