You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free. John 8:32
Dear friend,
No matter which side of the political discussion we stand on right now (or we’re trying to straddle the middle!), I think we all see behavior (not just positions) that disappoint us. How should we respond?
First, we model the behavior we want to see.
We repent of our own failures to behave properly
We seek grace from God and people who love us to live differently
Second, we honor and respect these individuals publicly and privately, while we use our voices to direct and encourage. We may send a phone call, a letter, or a polite email.
Third, we encourage the next generation to step forward and be even more faithful to their calling.
This week God gives us a break from all the politics with wisdom about money. If you would like to improve your financial health, this is a great week for God’s Good Life.
Love to have you!
Reminders: If you have symptoms, please stay home. Please respect and love others - follow guidelines.
Sunday Services at 9 indoor and 10:45 outdoor!
Sincerely,
Pastor Timmermann
Movie night
October 4th 7:00 pm
Last call for Trunk or Treat sign up!!
Saturday, October 31st
5:30 pm - 6:45pm
We need at least 6 more trunks for this event!
Please sign up below if you’d like to safely host.
Trunk or Treat Sign up!
Hometown Christmas Volunteers needed!
December 5th, 2020
The City of Otsego intends to celebrate Christmas downtown on December 5th.
We have the opportunity, if we are interested, to make many connections by handing out hot cocoa during the celebration.
If you are interested in helping us serve the city in this way, please submit your information here: Hot Cocoa Volunteer. We’ll have to do this safely, within health guidelines. We appreciate your continued volunteer spirit!
Facility Use Policy Update
Our facility is provided through God’s benevolence and by the generosity of our congregation.
In order to keep the facility and grounds available for ministry, we are excited to clarify our facility use policy.
We desire to bring great opportunities to our Peace family. The new policy will welcome both members and the community of the greater Otsego-Plainwell area within limitations. Link below for FAQ’s and the full policy.
Discussion and questions
Questions? Comments? Concerns?
Call pastor at 269-694-6104 or Jon Ott (maintenance)
Join pastor and Jon via Zoom on October 15 at 6:30 pm - contact pastor for the info
Discuss on October 18th Open Forum - limited time, budget
Approve at October 25th Voters’ meeting.
Volunteer Appreciation
We won’t be able to welcome all the members home to Peace this fall. Instead, we’ll celebrate all our volunteers. Plan to be part of our special celebration in November. For now, start looking for a small, fun gift for your favorite Peace volunteer!
Prayers (full prayer list)
Other notes
Speakers will be temporarily removed from the alcoves for testing - see audio updates
October Christian Neighbors items are assorted hamburger and tuna helper (box for food in the family center)
Starting on October 11th, the second service will be moved indoors
We collect Meditations, Portals of Prayer, and Time of Grace devotion materials for prison ministry in the family center
I’m studying and you could try
An emotional intelligence test - how good are you at reading others?
Upcoming events (full calendar)
October 4th, 7:00 pm “Christopher Robin” movie night
October 11th, 6:00 pm 131 Youth Crew Oktoberfest (middle school high school appropriate)
October 18th 12:00 Open Forum - review budget
October 25th 12:00 Voters’ meeting - approve the budget, facility use policy
Weekly news from Peace Lutheran Church, Otsego MI
805 S Wilmott St
Otsego, MI 49078
269-694-6104
church@peaceotsego.org
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