“He will also keep you firm to the end, so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 1:8
Dear friend,
I’m grateful this week for our elected leaders at Peace. They’ve consistently shown up, been honest, and when needed, confronted and forgiven each other throughout the pandemic.
Recently, they’ve finished
a complete restructuring (new bylaws)
a new facility use policy
a budget
They’ve done well, even as they’ve learned to have virtual meetings and shared good news with friends and neighbors.
I'm excited to see what comes next as God works through these men and their work. Join us!
If you see Ron, Charlie, Jon, or Shawn, please thank them and encourage them. They’ve done well!
We had about 55 in the 9:00 am service and about 15 in the 10:45 last week. About 6-10 Wednesday nights 6:30 study all with masks. If you have symptoms, please stay home. Please respect others on site.
Love to have you!
Pastor Timmermann
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)
Restructuring (new bylaws)
The council has recently recommended an entirely new structure to the congregation in the form of new bylaws.
This begins a process of review leading to adoption. The council will ask the congregation, God willing, to adopt the new bylaws on January 31, 2021. Between now and then, we’d like to spend a good amount of time explaining and instructing bylaws to anyone who wants to know.
For now, please know that I am deeply grateful to our elected leaders for their work. This has been decades in the making. This has taken massive effort over the last year. I thank them for their work.
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 - At this time, we have no information about a memorial, funeral service, or burial.
Other notes
October Christian Neighbors items are assorted hamburger and tuna helper (box for food in the family center)
Want to donate candy for Trunk or Treat? We’re accepting candy in the box in the family center!
I’m studying and you could try
Dave Malnes, “5 Ways to Stay Ahead of the Curve During the Pandemic”
Martin Luther, The Freedom of the Christian
Upcoming events (full calendar)
October 18th 12:00 Open Forum - review budget, facility use policy, and preview new bylaws
October 25th 12:00 Voters’ meeting - approve the budget, facility use policy
October 31st, 5:30 - 6:45 Trunk or Treat
November 7th 9:00 Fall workday (list)
November 8th and 15th Volunteer (and staff) appreciation
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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