Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourself. Do what it says. James 1:22
Dear friend,
How good is life? I’m praying it’s good. I know it’s complicated.
I know some people are doing well. Jobs, food, family.
I know others are struggling.
God would say so much more. He would point out that we’re wrecks, far worse off than we imagined. We’re also much slower to obey and follow than we realize.
He would also point that because of and through Jesus, we’re better off, we’re doing better, and we’re obeying even when we don’t realize.
Can you admit that? Can you speak that truth? That is real integrity. That is real honesty.
Join me for worship this weekend.
We have about 60 in the 9:00 am service and about 25 in the 10:45. About 6-10 Wednesday nights all with masks. If you have symptoms, please stay home. Please respect others on site.
Love to have you!
Pastor Timmermann
Trunk or Treat 2020
Trunk or Treat should be on! Hope to have some safe fun with you and your families. Invite friends and family!
In 2014, Gary’s story came to an end. It wasn’t an easy end. It was full of pain and darkness. He went home from the hospital. I think it was a Tuesday afternoon. He shot himself. That didn’t finish the story. That took a few more days.
He was disenchanted with life. He had no work. He was lonely. He was conflicted with friends and family. He saw nothing better down the road.
How we imagine the end of all things deeply changes our stories. Starting October 21st, we’ll look at the end of all our stories in our studies:
Sundays at 8:00 am
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm
Thursday online at 7:00 pm — NEW!!! (October 22nd)
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 - click here to join or contact pastor for info
Discuss on October 18th Open Forum - limited time, budget
Approve at October 25th Voters’ meeting.
Staff and Volunteer Appreciation
I think it was the second week of the pandemic that Kaitlyn N, home from school, asked if she could sing for services. Nearly every week since she has made our services more beautiful. Our worship would not be the same without her.
Let’s celebrate our staff and volunteers this November. Plan to join me November 8th and 15th!
Who is on the team? Let me know who else we need!
Prayers (full prayer list)
The family of Gloria Osgood - Kathy, Phil, and Esther - please note, we don’t have any information about a memorial, funeral, or burial
The election
Other notes
October Christian Neighbors items are assorted hamburger and tuna helper (box for food in the family center)
Christian Family Solutions Impact Event - a new time coming up to experience the work of Christian Family Solutions firsthand - counseling, wellness, and senior care
I’m studying and you could try
Dave Malnes, “5 Ways to Stay Ahead of the Curve in the Pandemic”
Martin Luther, The Freedom of the Christian - I just finished reading this with other pastors
Upcoming events (full calendar)
October 18th 12:00 Open Forum - review budget
October 25th 12:00 Voters’ meeting - approve the budget, facility use policy
October 31st 5:30 - 6:45 Trunk or Treat - invite friends and family; (note due to high interest if you feel comfortable, come host!
November 1st - Reformation
November 7 9:00 Fall workday (list
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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