This week’s lessons: Numbers 27:12-23 & Mark 6:30-44

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Hi all!

We all know there is a lot going on with Christians in America, even if we can’t say what it all is.

One factor is a change in church attendance. Here are some examples:

  • people who attended weekly now attend 3 of 4 weeks or 2 of 4 weeks

  • people who attended 2 times per month now attend 1 time per month

  • people who attended 1 time per month now attend every other month

    and so on.

I haven’t run the numbers for people at Peace. I can tell some things have changed. So can others.

At the same time, we believe that regular participation in our worship and mission is good and right. We expect people to be around at least once a month and encourage more. Know someone is missing? Please check on them and let us know. We miss you!

Speaking of attendance, we’ll have a short Congregational Forum on Sunday after services. Everyone is welcome to participate. Please bring your suggestions and questions. You can find pastor’s report, a few recent financial reports, and possible upcoming proposals posted here. July Congregational Forum – Peace Lutheran Church (peaceotsego.church) We’ve also posted information to participate remotely.

Sunday services at 9:00 and 10:30. Can’t wait to see you!

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

Choir 2021-2022

We’d love to have people of all singing abilities join us in the choir for the 2021 - 2022 year. We have good fun together, praise our Savior and Lord, and declare his name! Practice runs weekly from mid-September through April.

If you might be interested, please contact the office church@peaceotsego.org, 269-694-6104, or reach out to Cindy Commissaris.

Thank you!

 

Fall Ministry

Pastor is currently hard at work with many of our people putting together our fall ministry. We’ll

  • worship

  • discuss

  • study

  • serve

  • share

  • give

  • and love

What exactly that ministry looks like depends on what you want and what you will do. I’m especially looking for people who would like to lead groups of children and adults in the study of God’s Word. Let me know!

How will you be part of it? Can’t wait to be with you this fall!

Cleaning Crew

I want to thank all who have helped us work through the change in format and helped keep our facility clean. We still have 8 opportunities to help make the Lord’s house shine this year. Check out the list here (click link) or on the sign up sheet at church. Questions? Feel free to call Jane @ 269-680-9060

 
 

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(full prayer list)

  • Christian Neighbors items for July - fruit juice and cereal

  • We're looking for a couple of people to regularly serve at the next steps table. Check here for more.

  • Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

Upcoming events (full calendar)

 

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