(Updated June 12)
Save the Date! “POP INTO SUMMER” with us! Families, youth, and kids of all ages – let’s kick off the summer season together! Join us Wednesday, June 17, from 6:30- 7:30pm. Come connect with other families and celebrate the start of summer. Rain Date: Thursday, June 18, same time. We can’t wait to see you!
What to expect: A giant foam machine and bubbles! Summer music! Free ice cream floats and popsicles to beat the heat!
SWEET FELLOWSHIP: Everyone is invited to stay after church TODAY, Sunday, June 14, for Sweet Fellowship! Join us outside Entrance C for a sweet treat, lemonade, and a chance to connect with one another. Let’s enjoy some sunshine and great conversation together—we’d love to see you there! In case of rain, we will be in the mixing area between Entrance B and C.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Come see what God is doing in South Africa! Join encompassKids THIS Sunday, June 14, at 10:45am in the chapel as members of our recent Vision Trip Team share firsthand stories about how local ministries are helping vulnerable children and youth find hope, belonging, and opportunity. Whether you’re passionate about helping children, interested in South Africa, or simply curious about the work of encompassKids, we’d love for you to come to this presentation.
AWAY IN THE BASEMENT, A CHURCH LADIES CHRISTMAS: CMC’s Happy Town Christian Travelers group is heading to Marshall, MI, for this dinner and show at Cornwell’s Turkeyville Dinner Theatre on Tuesday, November 10. Cost: $100 (includes dinner, show, and motorcoach transportation). Find flyers at the Info Kiosk. Register and pay at the Info Kiosk on Sundays or in the church office Monday through Thursday (cash or check only). Only 5 spots remain so get your name on the list now! Questions: Contact Doris (dorisvk@christmemorial.org or 616-796-3342).
What to bring: We highly recommend wearing clothes or swimwear that can get wet, and bringing a towel or a change of clothes for the ride home. Lawn chairs are also welcome! Food servers and people willing to help set up and tear down following the event are still needed. Head to the Event Center to add your name to the volunteer roster.
LYNN AUSTIN EVENT: Ladies, save the date of Wednesday, July 22, 7:00-8:30pm, for an evening of summer refreshment here at CMC with author Lynn Austin sharing from her book SIGHTINGS: Discovering God’ Presence in our Everyday Moments. More details will be forthcoming.
JUNE HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP: Change in plans! On Sunday, June 28, students and volunteers will meet at Emma’s new house at 7pm for a bonfire. Her address is 798 Mayfield Avenue on the north side. Invite your friends!
JOIN THE SUMMER ‘DROP-IN’ CHOIR! Be a part of the summer choir on Sundays, June 21, July 19, or August 16. Rehearsals are at 8:45am on those same days before the worship service begins. Everyone is welcome to join, including friends, family, and community members who may not normally participate!
2026 THANKSGIVING OFFERING APPLICATIONS: The application form is available and can be obtained at the Info Kiosk or on CMC’s website or a copy can be requested by emailing CMCSTGO@gmail.com. Return Deadline: THIS Friday, June 19. E-mail questions to: CMCSTGO@gmail.com.
SUMMER CAMPER PRAYERS: Camper names of those going to Christian camps this summer will be listed each week in our weekly Intercessory Prayer E-mail so that we can pray for them. If you have a child who will be attending a camp, please let us know their name and the week they will be attending so we can include them in our weekly prayer e-mail. To submit a name and/or to sign up to receive the Weekly Intercessory Prayer E-mail, contact Doris.
ThuMBS (Thursday Men’s Bible Study) brings men together to study and discuss Scripture. All men are welcome – whether you are a member, a non-member, or a guest of any age. On Thursday, June 25, meeting from 7:07-8:27am in the Green Room the group will begin a study of the Minor Prophets using a Navigators’ Life Change study guide. For more information, contact Stephen (513-289-5295—phone or text or SEMcarthy@aol.com).
THE WOMEN PRAYING ON MONDAYS GROUP meets in the Prayer Room year-round on Mondays, 11:15am-12:15pm. Women who would like to grow in their relationship with God through prayer are invited. The group prays using the book “Seeking God’s Face – Praying with the Bible through the Year” and by listening/responding to the Spirit’s promptings. New participants are always welcome. Attend when you can! Questions: Contact Marylin Bright or Lynn White.
TIE BLANKET WORKSHOP: Sign up at the Event Center in the mixing area near the Standing Stone to participate in this workshop on Monday, June 29, from 6:00-8:00pm in the Gathering Place. We’ll work together to make blankets for needy families at People Helping People in Pullman who do not have them. “A warm blanket isn’t just fabric. It’s warmth, rest, protection, and reassurance.” All supplies are provided. Contact Jill Breuker.
CMC BRANDED ITEMS ARE HERE! We are thrilled to announce that official CMC branded items (jackets, shirts, hats, etc.) have arrived. Head to the mixing area on the east side of Entrance C after worship through June to view examples of what is available and learn the details on how these items can be purchased. If you would like to view and/or purchase items online. We cannot wait to see everyone rocking their CMC items.
DOORS OF HOPE: Grocery store gift cards (Aldi, Meijer, Family Fare) are always welcomed so that CMC volunteers can shop for items needed. If you or someone you love is in need of food, representatives from Doors of Hope or CMC would love to help fill this need. For details, contact Lynn White.
FOOD ITEMS FOR PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE: For the month of June, consider bringing canned fruit to the Collection Center in the mixing area.
NEWTYPE CLUB: 5th -12th graders, come to CMC’s youth center on Wednesdays, 2:30-4:30pm, for a Bible study and playing the Gundam trading card game. Call or text Tim (386-295-6032) two days prior if you plan to attend.
GUYS NIGHT OUT! will meet on the lawn at Tom and Donna home, on Thursday, June 25, from 6-8pm for a CMC car show!! Have an antique car or truck you enjoy driving on a hot summer evening? Drive it over to the Tuls’!! Hotdogs, chips, dessert, and drinks will be provided by CMC. Bring a hot or cold side dish to share with the group and a lawn chair! In case of rain, the event will be rescheduled for Thursday, July 23, same time, same location. RSVP to Doris (616-796-3342 or dorisvk@christmemorial.org). ???s—see John Boockmeier, Doug Finn, or Brad Laninga.
GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT SIMULCAST HERE AT CMC IN THE CHAPEL—AUGUST 6-7: Sign up to attend at www.globalleadership.org before Friday, June 19, to get the best rate! Healthy, equipped leaders are essential to making the impact we are called to have. You might not see yourself as a leader but we believe everyone has influence. For additional information, visit the Event Center. Questions? Contact Lynn.
GENERAL SYNOD: This week the annual RCA General Synod assembly is taking place in Nashville. Please be in prayer for the important decisions being made. We also pray for Brad Prince who for the past year has served as vice-president and will be assuming the role of General Synod President next year.
ARE YOU IN NEED OF PRAYER? Please come to the front of the sanctuary following the service and a member of our prayer team will pray with you.
LEAD PASTOR SEARCH UPDATE: Applications are coming in from the postings and your search team is preparing to screen candidates for the next steps of interviews. Please pray that Holy Spirit will continue to provide discernment and guidance for this crucial process. Members of the search team will be at the Journey Wall if you’d like to converse about the process. You still have time to recommend candidates by filling out and turning in the form available at the Info Kiosk.