JUNE 2023 NEWSLETTER IS AVAILABLE ON LINE
Ongoing Prayers for:
Jean Swarthout, Nancy McReynolds, Len Crystal, Leroy Larson
Healing & Health Concerns for:
Roger O'Dell, Judy O'Dell, Linda Borton, Marcy Nelson, Charlie Schroeder, Elaine White, Beth Hamelund, Pastor Roseanne Anderson, Denny Greene, Fred Zimmerman, Pam Panek
Virginia Schuberg's family
Phyllis Striho family
Pam Nyman family
Bill Peppler family
Kyler Rupert family
Melanie Richardson (Kyler)
NOTE: Please call the church office (231) 796-8273 in case of an emergency. The referral will be passed on to a leader of the church.
Resources from our North/West Lower Michigan Synod
1. Sunday sermons by our Synod staff will be available Sunday
afternoons on the Synod YouTube.
2. On the same Synod YouTube homepage you can view the
seminars on racial justice given by our Synod.
1. Sunday sermons by our Synod staff will be available Sunday
afternoons on the Synod YouTube.
2. On the same Synod YouTube homepage you can view the
seminars on racial justice given by our Synod.
Herrick Fund Scholarship Applications: Attention, returning college students: If you have completed one year of college successfully, you are eligible to apply for a grant from the Herrick Fund for Higher Education. Established in 1989 to honor the memory of the Late Myrtle A. Herrick. The grant is administered under the direction of the Church Council. Using interest from the endowment fund, the amount distributed varies depending upon the number of applicants and amount of interest available.
The grant is available to any student, including non-traditional students, pursuing and established curricula of his/her choice. The beneficiaries of this Fund "shall be selected without regard to race, age, location of, or type of higher learning institution." Herrick Fund applications are due in the church office no later than June 15, 2023. Paperwork is available from Mary Larkin--Contact Carol Wilson-Jungck if you would like additional information .
The grant is available to any student, including non-traditional students, pursuing and established curricula of his/her choice. The beneficiaries of this Fund "shall be selected without regard to race, age, location of, or type of higher learning institution." Herrick Fund applications are due in the church office no later than June 15, 2023. Paperwork is available from Mary Larkin--Contact Carol Wilson-Jungck if you would like additional information .
Shepherd's Hooks & Needles has started the knitting group again. We will meet on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at noon.
Bible Study: Bible Study is June 12 at 1:00 pm.
The Social Concerns Committee is supporting Brookside Elementary School with needed supplies throughout this year. To start we are donating art and school supplies that have been stored downstairs. Through the coming months there will be a need for Kleenex, surface wipes and sanitizer. There will be a collection box in the narthex if you would like to donate to this project. As winter approaches there will probably be a need for mittens, caps, etc.
Update on Building Changes: It has been a long winter, but spring has arrived and a window of opportunity has opened to begin the work in the narthex. The week of May 8th Ed Mallett will move the narthex cabinetry into the Fellowship Hall. The cabinets must be emptied and contents stored prior to the move. Once completed, the painting of the narthex and other ceiling will occur, followed by the carpet tiles in the narthex.
Our offer to sell the desk has not been fruitful. If you know of anyone who might be interested please contact Carol Wilson, or leave a message in the office. price is extremely negotiable.
As soon as we can move the desks, we will begin installing the shelves left in the conference room into the vacated area for our library and historical areas.
Our offer to sell the desk has not been fruitful. If you know of anyone who might be interested please contact Carol Wilson, or leave a message in the office. price is extremely negotiable.
As soon as we can move the desks, we will begin installing the shelves left in the conference room into the vacated area for our library and historical areas.
Blood Pressure Checks will be as needed.
IMMANUEL ANNOUNCEMENT - The congregations and ministries of this Church rely on your weekly offerings and gifts. With low impact of in-person worship services for many weeks or even months, the financial impact could be devastating. We encourage you to continue your tithing to Immanuel. If you have a key, you may stop by & leave them in Shirley's mailbox or slip them under her door. You may also mail them to Immanuel at 726 Fuller Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307. Thank you to everyone who have been sending in your offerings.
Our Brother's Keeper is seeking support to assure housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness who need a safe place to stay as they transition into more permanent housing. Donations in any amount are welcomed but if you could at least send $33.00 it will provide a single day of meals, shelter, and advocacy for an individual experiencing homelessness. We serve a 4 county area, Mecosta, Osceola, Newaygo and Lake. Your donations may be mailed to Our Brother's Keeper, P.O. Box 1642, Big Rapids, MI 49307, or donations can be made online through their website at www.obkshelter.org via PayPal.
Join our dynamic team of FOSTER PARENTS! We offer lots of support, training, and flexibility. Foster homes are needed for youth ages 8 to 17. We have need for respite care and short placements. Foster parents can be married or single, rent or own, and work full or part-time. Payment is provided. Please call Jodie Garner, 42nd Circuit Court---Family Division, 989-832-6398 for a packet of information.
Social Concerns committee is undertaking a joint program with Manna Pantry beginning with the month of April You will see that a calendar is attached showing an entire year with a different product listed for each month. The focus will last for entire month. there is a tote near the office for donations. Bonnie Clark asked that we be cautious not to donate outdated products. Let's all lend a helping hand to Manna Pantry.
January : Canned luncheon (meat or chicken)
February: Pancake mix and syrup
March: Tuna
April: Macaroni or spaghetti & sauce
May: Canned pasta
June: Pork & beans and black beans
July: Boxed macaroni & cheese
August: Canned green beans
September: Canned corn
October: Canned carrots
November: Cranberry sauce & boxed dressing
December: Canned tomatoes
January : Canned luncheon (meat or chicken)
February: Pancake mix and syrup
March: Tuna
April: Macaroni or spaghetti & sauce
May: Canned pasta
June: Pork & beans and black beans
July: Boxed macaroni & cheese
August: Canned green beans
September: Canned corn
October: Canned carrots
November: Cranberry sauce & boxed dressing
December: Canned tomatoes
Project Starburst - Hello members. Due to a curious set of circumstances, I was selected to join the board of Project Starburst. I know tht Immanuel has had a long-term relationship with Manna Pantry, so I hope we can support both. both pantries provide a similar service with Starburst doing a bit more than just food including diapers and personal hygiene items. So just like there are certain items for Manna, here is a list of items for Starburst. I hope you will consider contributions for both.
June Canned Spaghetti Sauce
July Juice
August Peas
September Mushroom Soup
October Sweet Potatoes
November Gravy
December Instant Mashed Potatoes
As I become more familiar with the organization, I'll update here and in the bulletin. Thank you for all you do to support those less fortunate.
June Canned Spaghetti Sauce
July Juice
August Peas
September Mushroom Soup
October Sweet Potatoes
November Gravy
December Instant Mashed Potatoes
As I become more familiar with the organization, I'll update here and in the bulletin. Thank you for all you do to support those less fortunate.
