(Updated June 13)
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SUMMER DROP-IN DANCE CLASSES: All ages are welcome to participate in a variety of eight different dance classes. Learning classic ballet steps and participation in prayer and worship through movement will all be components—no experience necessary. E-mail Emma deVries at dance@christmemorial.org for more details.
CMC BLOOD DRIVE: Consider donating blood here at CMC in the youth center on Tuesday, July 8, 2:30-7pm (incorrect date was published last week). “Smash the need!”—donate blood and receive a free Versiti pickleball set while supplies last. Appointments are preferred; however, walk-ins are welcome if schedule allows. To signup, call 866-642-5663. For more details, contact Melissa (melissal@christmemorial.org) or go to the Care Kiosk for a flyer.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES INFORMATION: Hear directly from Rachel, CMC Children’s Ministry Director, about the reality of our children’s programs and plans for the fall on Sunday, June 29, at 11am in the chapel. Refreshments will be provided!
KIDS CAMP/VBS IS JUNE 16-20 FROM 9AM-NOON! Please take a moment to pray for our volunteers and the impact that will be made with the 100+ kids attending VBS this week.
GATEWAY MISSION DONATIONS: Be sure to share Christ Memorial Church’s name when donating items to Gateway Mission because through their “Corners of Your Field” program, they return a portion of the value of these items in the form of store gift cards for us to give to those in need.
HELP WITH SUMMER CLEAN-UP: You are invited to join CMC’s Earthkeepers group on Saturday, July 12, 8:30am-noon to clean up our stretch of road as part of Adopt-a-Highway. If needed, we’ll also do it on July 19. If interested, contact Al (verschure@sbcglobal.net) or Jen (nifer81@icloud.com).
INSTALLATION/ORDINATION SERVICE for the new consistory board members will take place on Sunday, June 22. Elected to the board at the June 1 congregational meeting were:
- Lead Elder: Rich Herbig, Vern Jurgens, Paul Kleinheksel, Don Lubben, and John Patnott.
- Care and Connection Elder: Sally Doebler, Michael Edmondson, Eileen Hofstra, Eunie Jurgens, Dawn Oren, Vicky Thomas, and Mary Wierenga.
- Deacon: Steve Barkel, Marcia Gustavson, Henry Hofstra, Anne Struyk, and Debi Zahn
LEAD PASTOR SEARCH UPDATE: The team is praying through the preparatory work that must be done to conduct a purposeful search. A visual roadmap is posted on the Gathering Place wall to keep you abreast of our progress. We continue to request your prayers for the Holy Spirit to guide our work. Please sign your name on the “JOURNEY” banner to show your prayerful support.
THURSDAY MEN’S BIBLE STUDY (ThuMBS) meets weekly on Thursdays, 7:07– 8:27am in the Green Room. The group is designed to provide a mid-week boost to your spiritual life with minimal prep. The group just began their study of 1 Corinthians using the N.T. Wright study guide. It’s a great time to check out ThuMBS! For more information, contact Stephen McCarthy.
WOMEN’S SUMMER STUDY of Max Lucado’s More to Your Story. Join us in this 6-session DVD-based study as we journey through the promises of the New Testament and discover our place in God’s plan. Everything changes when we see how our story fits within God’s! Wednesdays, July 9 – August 13, 9:30-11am. To ensure materials are available for you sign up by June 22 at the Discipleship kiosk.
GUYS NIGHT OUT: Guys of all ages are invited on Thursday, June 26, to Doug Finn’s condo at 222 Janes View Drive on the north side for a cook-out (picnic at 6pm; at 7pm—road trip to learn about the life of bees from Rick Arnold). Bring a dish to pass and your own beverage.
JAMAICA TRIP FUNDRAISING LUNCH: Go to Kiosk 3 and register for the Jamaica trip lunch for all ages on Sunday, June 22, in the Gathering Place immediately following worship. This will take place of the fall youth banquet. The mission team members will serve a complimentary meal (Jamaican chicken, salad, and rice) and will be accepting donations for their trip July 26-August 2. You may also sign up by contacting Doris. Registration Deadline: Sunday, June 15. 2025
THANKSGIVING OFFERING APPLICATIONS: The 2025 Thanksgiving Offering Application is available or pick up a copy at the Missions Kiosk. The Application Deadline is Monday, June 30. If you have any questions or would like to receive an application via email, please email CMCSTGO@gmail.com. Please share this opportunity with organizations who may benefit from this year’s Thanksgiving Offering.
FOOD ITEMS NEEDED FOR JUNE: Doors of Hope URGENTLY needs donations due to a high number of families coming through. You can find different options on how to support this in-house food pantry at the Info Kiosk. People Helping People in Pullman: canned vegetables and fruit to the Collection Center in the mixing area.