And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones who is my disciple, truly I tell you, that person will certainly not lose their reward. Matthew 10:42
Dear friend,
Wow, it’s hot! I think I saw that the number of days over 90 is a new record for Kalamazoo. I could use a glass of water.
God’s Word gives us some really easy, simple instructions this week to build connection and unity. An easy one - “give a cup of cold water”.
What are you doing this week to build connection and unity with other people this week? I enjoyed a lunch and a breakfast this week with people, made a few special phone calls to people in need, and had the joy of wishing most of you a happy independence weekend.
I’d love to welcome you to Peace this weekend so we can build connection and unity. Enjoy Matthew 10:4-42. See you then!
If you’re worshiping indoors, we’d be glad to provide a hymnbook if you’d like one.
Blessings,
Nathaniel, pastor at Peace
Facility repair
The facility at Peace was impacted by the hail storm that struck the Otsego - Plainwell area in the beginning of April. Since then, we have learned about the facility and gained proposals for repair. We’ve recently agreed with a contractor for most of the work. John Ott, the maintenance leader, will serve as the director of the project.
The work will take place in the last week of July and the beginning weeks of August. The facility will be available on weekends, but please plan to give the workers space during the week.
The roof of the main buildings will be reshingled. If you are interested in seeing a sample, you may see one in the lobby this weekend (July 12th). It is substantially similar to the current shingles.
Choir 2020-2021
Past, present, or future choir members:
Due to the COVID 19 virus, we have decided that choir will have to be put on hold for now and not start in the fall. This wasn't a tough decision because the safety of our Peace members comes before anything else.
We don't know yet when we will be able to start up again, but more than likely it won't be until the situation has significantly improved (vaccine, large number of immune individuals).
If there are any Peace members that would be interested in helping with our worship by singing solos or cantoring (guiding congregational singing) please let pastor know.
Food to help
Can we gather one food item from every participant in the month of July?
Our Christian Neighbors items for July are fruits and juices. But Christian Neighbors is serving many needs and could use: peanut butter and jelly, boxed dinners, spaghetti pasta and sauce, oatmeal, canned meat, tuna, beans, rice - basic nonperishable goods.
Add an item by the large wooden box in the family center. Thanks for your support of those in need!
Explore Christianity
I’d love to Explore Christianity with you and your friends/neighbors this fall. Be praying for someone you want to share the gospel with!
Prayers (full prayer list)
Erika, Howard Hunt’s daughter, who is starting chemo again
Olivia, Eda Mcneees’ niece, difficult cancer treatment
Judy Haugh, thanksgiving for successful pain management
Jeanne Myers, thanksgiving for successful cataract surgery
I’m studying and you could try……
9 things to know about Lutheranism from an outsider’s perspective
How canceling people shows a shift toward honor-shame culture
Upcoming events (full calendar)
No devotion this week - taking a break
NO July 15th “Study and Supper”
July 19th, 11:45 am Open Forum
July 26th, Voter’s meeting
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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