For the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked leads to destruction. Psalm 1:6
Dear friend,
Did you wait for the Lord this week? I was telling someone that I find it hard to know when to wait and when to act. If you missed last week’s message from Pastor Steve Otto encouraging us to trust and wait on the Lord, check it out.
God’s Word promises to work, but it promises to work for God’s end not ours. Most of the time I don’t even think about what God wants, because I’m so busy thinking about what I want. This week, God calls us to let his Word do what he desires.
See you Sunday at 9:00 or 10:30, Wednesday night at 6:30!
Quick reminder:
If you’re ill or at risk, please stay home and worship with us online or by phone (contact church for info)
Peace encourages you to follow state guidelines as possible.
To date, no members are sick as best we know. Let’s keep it that way!
Blessings,
Nathaniel, pastor at Peace
Voters’ meeting
The summer meeting of the voters’ (men over 18 who have agreed to the constitution) will take place on Sunday at 11:45. Attendees are required to wear masks. Those who signed up for notices will receive a digital copy of the material in advance.
If you’d like to join online, please click this link https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/2731366456
Bean bag toss night
Cornhole/bean bag toss party! Come out for some good hearted competition. July 31 5:30 - 10:00. Bring your own sides for your crew or eat before you come; we’ll have brats and hot dogs on. S’mores to close out the night!
Let pastor know if you have a set of boards you can bring. Can't wait to see you!
Food to help
We’re doing great collecting one item per July participant. Thanks for all your help!
We need your help to reach our goal. 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 to the table by the large wooden box in the family center. Thanks for your support of those in need!
Lawnmower for sale
Peace recently replaced its lawnmower. The old lawnmower (John Deere 60” with roof over the seat) has definitely known quite a few years of wear and tear. It has been maintained. $500. Please contact the church office or Paul Retberg if you are interested to see the mower. Within the next week the mower will be made available to the public.
Serving God and his people
As we head into the fall, there are many opportunities to serve God and others through Peace. Next week, we’ll share a possible list to get involved. For now, consider: how are you serving? Is it time to serve in a new way? What gifts and talents do you have that could be used for God and others?
Want to find some gifts and talents? You could take this survey and share it with us.
Fall plan
We’re formulating our fall plan for ministry - services, studies, events, and more - as we try to adjust to COVIID. We’d love your input and help. If you have thoughts and suggestions, let’s talk! Pastor is listening.
Prayers (full prayer list)
Gloria Osgood
Sharon Ward’s brother John
Mark Gieschen’s retirement
I’m studying and you could try……
There seems to be increased pressure to denounce the Christian faith in China
Building up the Body of Christ: Supporting Community Life in the Church
The best outreach starts with listening and asking
Upcoming events (full calendar)
July 26th, Voter’s Meeting (masks required)
July 31st 5:30 Bean bag toss night
August 3rd Facility repair begins (note one week delay)
August 16th Volunteer roundup and training for the fall (moved up)
September 13th Fall kick off!
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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