(Updated April 11)
Lenten Devotional can be downloaded HERE.
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MISSION STATEMENT
ROOTED in Christ. REAL in relationships. REACHING out to all in Jesus’ name.
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SUNDAY (APRIL 13TH)
CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN LIFE ISSUES (CCLI): Sunday, April 13: Dr. Ben Norquist will speak on the work of Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) including updates on the conflict between Israel and Hamas. CCLI meets from 10:50- 11:50am in the chapel. Join us! This is our last class until September.
GOD IS AT WORK IN AND THROUGH PEOPLE ON A DAILY BASIS. Come to JESUS ENCOUNTERS and be encouraged by some of those personal stories. Meeting weekly on Sundays, 10:45-11:45am, in the Prayer Room. Facilitated by Scott Cramer.
THIS WEEK
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER will be from 5-6pm in the Gathering Place. Menu: waffles, sausage links, and scrambled eggs.
THE WEDNESDAY NIGHT IMMERSE PROPHETS DISCUSSION GROUP meets Wednesdays, 5:45-6:45pm, in Room 164. Focusing on the prophetic books of the Old Testament, the readings/discussion will focus on 15 prophets across four historical periods, including Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel. The book is available at the group ($10).
COMING UP
WOMEN – ARE YOU INTERESTED IN KNOWING MORE ABOUT THE SPRING WOW STUDY? Join us this Wednesday, April 16, 9:30-11am in Room 167 for a time of fellowship and worship, along with an introduction to the upcoming study, Devoted. The actual 6-week study will meet April 23-May 28. A card with more information can be found at the Discipleship Kiosk.
YOU CAN STILL JOIN THE GRIEFSHARE GROUP THAT STARTED LAST WEEK. In a GriefShare group, you’ll find a warm and caring environment offering you support and encouragement as you journey through your grief. The group meets weekly from 1-3pm on Mondays through July 7 at Freedom Village. This group is open to anyone in the community. For more information, contact Lori.
THE CHOSEN – SEASON TWO, WATCH PARTY BEGINS THIS WEDNESDAY! Come meet Jesus! Whether you’re a fan, or this is new to you, join us! The Chosen is a groundbreaking historical drama based on the life of Jesus, seen through the eyes of those who knew him. We’ll enjoy dessert and an episode together, followed by an informal time of discussion. Wednesdays, April 16-June 11, 6-7:30pm, Room 167. You can just show up!
AGING IN PLACE EDUCATIONAL SERIES—SAVE THE DATE! The CMC Care Team, in collaboration with Holland Local Resources, is making plans for a three-week educational series in the chapel from 10:30-11:30am on the following Thursdays: Prepare for Your Care (5/15), Support Options (5/22), and Making a Plan (5/29).
“GUYS NIGHT OUT!”will take place this month on Thursday, April 24, 6pm so save the date! If you’d like to be added to the “text reminder” list, please contact Brad Laninga (brad.laninga@gmail.com), Paul VandeBunte (paulvandebunte63@gmail.com), or Doug Finn (616-283-0545). All men are welcome! The venue and transportation details will be shared next week. This new group meets every fourth Thursday at a different location.
CHRISTIAN ARTIST DANNY GOKEY IS COMING TO CMC: The concert is Saturday, April 26th! If you’d like to purchase tickets, be sure to do so at the church office. VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! Please consider volunteering and enjoy the concert for FREE! Sign up at the front office or contact Bri.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
LEAD PASTOR SEARCH UPDATE: As the Search Team forms, your CMC consistory has designated Pastor Suzanne Hart and consultant Linda Milanowski-Westdorp as facilitators for the process along- side the team chairs. Both have significant experience and will help to keep the search focused on the attributes the congregation has identified for our next Lead Pastor. Pastor Stan Mast will also be serving as an advisor, particularly through the interview process. Please pray for wisdom for each of these participants.
YOUTH/YOUNG FAMILY DIRECTOR SEARCH TEAM: We are excited to begin a search for our next staff person who will coordinate youth, young family, and young adult ministries. If you have a heart for Christ, for our church, and for the next generation and would like to serve on the search team to find our next leader in this area, please email your name to feedback@christmemorial.org. We will be drawing lots to fill one to two slots on the team.
MONTELLO PARK NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP & DUMPSTER DAY: Volunteers are needed on Saturday, April 26, from 11am-2pm to assist with neighborhood cleanup at the Montello Park Church (609 W 20th St). Woodchips will be spread on the play- ground and unwanted items will be loaded into dumpsters or will be picked up. A few pickups with trailers are also needed. Contact Doris if you are available.
HAPPY TOWN CHRISTIAN TRAVELERS DAY TRIP: Meet at Christ Memorial on Thursday, June 12, at 9am to board the motor- coach for Warsaw, IN, to take in the performance of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Cost: $135. Find flyers at the Info Center. Registration Deadline: May 1.
FOOD ITEMS NEEDED FOR APRIL: Hand2Hand-granola bars; People Helping People-canned goods (corn, green beans, carrots, mixed fruit, peaches, and pears). Bring them to the Collection Center.
This page is a full resource of all the announcements listed in the bulletin and e-news so you don’t miss a thing! You may receive more information regarding specific classes pertaining to children, youth & adults if you go to their respective web pages.