Hello friends of Peace,
Daylight Savings Time into Sunday - turn your clocks back!
It’s hard to imagine how much the Reformation changed life in Germany and Europe. Sleepy Christians came to life, bored Christians woke up, and unrepentant and frustrated individuals looked for healing and change.
That Spirit died out after a while, but in 1675 it started ago. A man named Nikolaus von Zinzendorf visited Frankfurt. He was a leader in the move and times that were coming called Pietism. There might have been a number of concerns about Pietism, but it definitely did much to change lives. Zinzendorf wrote to his friends, “Never have I experienced revival like I have seen it in Frankfurt.”
What a wonderful thing to be part of! When God comes by his Word, people confess sins and live in Jesus.
Advent means God comes to us. May he come mightily to you and me this year.
2024 Ministry
We recently worked out our plan and budget for 2024 ministry.
We’re excited to keep serving the people of Otsego - Plainwell with the eternal gospel
We’re not planning any significant staffing, activity, or facility expenses. Attendance has increased by 10% in the last year and want to keep going that way.
We’re planning to spend about $5,000 more than we make next year.
I’ve been grateful lately to look someone in the eye and say, “God loves you.” Friends, that’s what we get to do. To spread truly good news.
For more on our work together, see our notes from the meeting https://peaceotsego.org/peacenews/202310voters
Movie Night
Who doesn’t love football? (Okay, some of you I know). Join us for a movie night, Friday November 3rd 6:30 p.m. as we enjoy “Facing the Giants” together!
Work Day
Our fall work day is scheduled for November 4th, 9:00 a.m. Lots to do. Please come be part of the work and fun.
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Support the Scott family
Our sister church in Wyoming, MI (Holy Trinity), Cindy Commissaris, and pastor would like to invite you to support the family of Matt Scott.
The Scott family has helped with our VBS, assisted the 131 YouthCrew, and shares closes ties with a number of people in the congregation.
Matt Scott passed from cancer. His funeral will take place on Saturday, November 4th. The Scotts have 6 kids.
First please pray for the Scott family.
Second, consider supporting the Scott family at a lasagna dinner or through their fundraising page (https://giveahand.com/fundraiser/matts-fight-with-cancer?fbclid=IwAR2I-fAHUYZF0Ngzdq7miLAyWuMmiUXzTlMdrA461lV-aYxArmirG0-ygAo_aem_ASMOTzpQUYJ6sNsbXIuYp3KX3xlFUIeQ_MyyHfPFhizh6Vm37T0laBKl6cnpQl9B-s4). Matt’s friends at TwoGuys Brewing are hosting a dinner in his honor on Sunday, November 5th from 1-5:00. Tickets must be purchased in advance at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lasagna-dinner-tickets-739543633917?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwAR0ZZ5for7iEcXhAcmbe4PuQMM2BNSd1CIKLlkNJvQMgk4bS8YHp6jIl3zA. All proceeds will benefit the Scott family.
Remember the words of our Savior in this dying world - “I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me will live even though he dies.”
Thanksgiving!
We’ll give thanks to God together November 22nd 6:30 pm at our Thanksgiving Service. Please join us!
As a group of believers, we are especially glad to give thanks for what we call “kingdom thanksgivings”. Kingdom thanksgivings are the gospel-related work God is up to among us. It’s what he does with his good news of forgiveness and life. Suggestions include
baptisms
professions of faith
deliverance from sin
repentance
new or renewed convictions of Bible teaching
Be sure to grab a postcard at church to add to our “kingdom thanksgivings” board!
Nancy Kablitz, recovering from knee surgery and infection
Darlene Syers on hospice at home
Steven, Donna Weyenberg’s cousin
Ray Winkel, declining health
November ushers are Jim Winkel and Ron Miller
Ushers
Please reach out to the office (269-694-6104) or stop by the next steps table to sign up to usher in 2024.
Upcoming events (full calendar)
November 3rd 6:30 p.m. “Facing the Giants” movie night
November 4th 9:00 a.m. Fall work day
November 5th 1:00 p.m. Scott fundraiser (see https://peaceotsego.org/peacenews/20231018)
November 7th 6:30 p.m. (6:00 p.m. dinner) Team and Task Time
November 9th 12:00 p.m. Senior luncheon and bingo
November 17th 11:00 a.m. Ladies Guild
November 17th 6:30 p.m. Bunco
November 22nd 6:30 p.m. Thanksgiving service
December 2nd Hometown Christmas
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Peace Lutheran Church
805 S Wilmott St
Otsego, MI 49078
269-694-6104
https://peaceotsego.org