Connections - October 9, 2018

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October 9, 2018

Sunday's reflection by Dr. Travis West comes from Exodus 17.

Dr. Travis West will also be leading us in our
Big House Sunday (large group adult education).

Embodying the Text: Hey Friends. You are invited to an exciting opportunity this Saturday, October 13 from 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM. Dr. Travis West will be here to lead a workshop on enacting the story of scripture. The group will be invited into the story of Exodus 17 to explore its meaning and how it is we interpret the text with our whole selves. Part of this group may also perform their interpretation in worship on Sunday. Space is limited as we only have 25-30 slots available so don’t wait to sign up for this incredible opportunity of discipleship and bible study. Contact Pastor Ryan if you are interested at rboes@aacrc.org. Or call the office at 734-665-0105.

Housing will be needed for 3-4 of our guests from this group. If this is a need you can help with, please contact Pastor Ryan, rboes@aacrc.org, or the church office, office@aacrc.org.

Council Update on the Livingston's Visit:

A church-wide email from Council President Bill VanderMolen was sent out this past Monday with details regarding the next steps. Below you will find a summary of upcoming events/dates:

Council will meet on Wednesday, October 10 at 7 PM. Part of Wednesday’s Council meeting will be open to members of the congregation who wish to engage directly with Council.
Should Council vote to affirm the Livingstons as candidates, there will be a congregational meeting on October 28 after the Sunday morning service, where the congregation will vote to call the Livingstons, or not.
Members of Council and the Hiring Team will be presenting information, including budget implications, and fielding questions on Wednesday, October 17 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, October 21 at 7 PM.

Please pray with us as we listen, discuss, and seek God’s will.

Post-High Care Packages:
The word Oikos means “house” or “household”. Our Post-High members may not be here, but they are still part of our household. We can show them hospitality by sending them a care package. The packages are full of small items that they need; some baked goods, maybe a fun item, snacks and a note of encouragement from AACRC. We have been doing this for the last several years and it has been greatly appreciated. We will be assembling the care packages on the night of October 17 so mark that date on your calendar.

You can sign up to provide the items at the following link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040A4AACAC283-2018

Please contact Arnie & Dawn Geldermans to find out more information: geldermans@comcast.net or 734-995-5463.

Don't Miss This Opportunity...

New Members Class: Are you new to the AACRC or interested in its ministry? Would you like to join the AACRC by becoming a member? Are you curious what membership means and involves for you and your family? Pastor Ryan will be leading a class the 1st and 3rd Wednesday nights from 7-8:30 throughout the fall. If you are interested, please reach out to him at rboes@aacrc.org or call the office.

Gray Matters Event - October 10, 2018 @ Ann Arbor Christian School

Our Gray Matters event for October will be at the Ann Arbor Christian School. We are delighted to have the opportunity to attend a concert by the honors choir from Father Gabriel Richard High School who will perform for the Ann Arbor Christian School community on Oct 10 from 2-3 pm. Called the Madrigals, they are an audition-only Honors choir made up of sophomores, juniors, and seniors and have a strong reputation for their talent.

Those of you who need a ride or would prefer carpooling, please meet at church in time to organize into groups for a 1:30 PM departure to the school.

Note: If you ordered apple pies from the school, they will be available for pickup that afternoon.

CPR/AED: If you would like to learn the current method for cardiac resuscitation and correct operation of the AED machine a CPR/AED class will be offered November 6, 6:30-8:30 in room 24. Please RSVP by November 1st to Barb Okonkwo at bjokonkwo69@gmail.com so materials can be ordered.

We grieve along with Hope Clinic at the loss of its founder, Dr. Daniel Heffernan. He started Hope Clinic in 1982 as a walk-in clinic on Saturday mornings. You can read more about Dr. Hefferman on Hope Clinic's website here, including links to his obituary and an Ann Arbor News article written about him and his work with Hope Clinic.

Upcoming Big House Sundays

October 14 - Dr. Travis West
October 28 - Harvest Celebration, Reformation Sunday
November 4 - Rev. Kate Kooyman

Fall 2018 Schedule:
Oct. 21 - Pastor Ryan: Hospitality as Prophetic Witness
Oct. 28 - Rev. Dr. Tim Brown (Reformation Sunday)
Nov. 4 - Rev. Kate Kooyman: Making Room for Justice
Nov. 11 - Pastor John: Making Room for Difference
Nov. 18 - Pastor Ryan: Entertaining Angels
Nov. 22 - Thanksgiving Day Service (9:30 AM)
Nov. 25 - Pastor John: Welcoming God the Stranger

Church Website

Church Calendar

Church Office Hours: 8:30AM - 2:30PM, Mon.-Thurs.
Contact Information: 734-665-0105, office@aacrc.org

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Youth Programming Corner

Have you seen the orange fish?

Our students are collecting their Sunday school tithe for World Renew's Passion Project, BEE-A Life Changer (https://www.myworldrenew.net/beealifechanger). Our goal is to raise $200. The students may turn in their collection at the beginning of Sunday school on Sunday, October 21. Please bring the coins or bills collected in an envelope or Ziploc bag labeled BEE collection and list the amount enclosed. Do not bring in "the fish". Thank you for your support.

Sunday School -- Sundays from 10:50-11:50
Ages: Pre-K through 8th grade
Program Leader: Mary Admiraal

GEMS & Cadets
1st/3rd Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM
Gender specific programming for 2nd-5th grade
Program Leader: GEMS -- Jeanne Palmbos
Cadets -- Paul DeKraker
Next Meeting: October 17

Cadets will be having a bonfire at Hudson Mills Group Camp this Friday, October 12. Setup will begin at 5:30. You are welcome to come when you are able. Dads and brothers are also invited to attend. Contact Paul DeKraker for more details.

Roots
1st/3rd Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM
Ages: 6th-8th grade
Program Leader: Paul Machiele
Next Meeting: October 17

Roots will be having a movie night at the Machiele's house this Friday, October 12 @ 6:00 PM. Contact Paul Machiele for more details.

REACH Sunday AM
High School Fellowship from 11:10-11:50 each Sunday
Program Leader: Jim & Jennifer Bryson

REACH Small Groups:
Megan Boes & Andrea Bennink
Chris Van Ee & Ross Weener

Youth Permission Form

Subscribe/Unsubscribe: Contact Rachel Redder

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