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Weekly News - March 13, 2020

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COVID-19 and the church
New Witness the Word Sermons
Hiring - Part-Time Summer Lifeguard
Enrollment for eLearning Temple School
Fasting and Giving - $40 in 40 days
Capital Hot Dog Wednesday - Canceled
Project Zion Podcast - President Veazey
Website Refresh
Welcoming Workshop - Kalamazoo

Events this week: There are no mission center events scheduled this week.

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General Announcements
Abolish Poverty, End Suffering
Pursue Peace
Disciple Development
Camping Ministries
Journey House Campus Ministry
Emerging Congregation
Campground News
World Church News
Congregation News

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General Announcements
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Spring Conference Trip to Kirtland: Registration, details, schedule and more available on the mission center website, follow the link below!
Spring Conference Website
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Website Refresh

The mission center website www.cofchristmi.org has received a new look and cleaner format for use on mobile devices. 
Click to Visit the Michigan Mission Center Website
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Area Meetings for Priesthood Members

New guidelines for serving the sacrament of the Lord's Supper (Communion) were shared by the First Presidency in 2019. Six meetings are being organized around the mission center for priesthood members to have an opportunity to learn more about the guidelines, ask questions, and share with one another. Please plan to join a gathering that fits your schedule.

Saturday, Mar. 21 - 10:00am at Gaylord Community of Christ.
Facilitator: Bill Curtis

Saturday, Mar. 28 - 1:00pm at Rose Lake Community of Christ.
Facilitators: Dave Premoe & Rick Ludy

TBD - Southwest MI
Facilitator: Kevin Anderson

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Job Posting for Part-Time Certified Aquatic Supervisors (Lifeguards)

The Michigan Mission Center is accepting applications for certified aquatic supervisors (lifeguards) for the 2020 camping season. Employment will be needed for parts of June and July at Blue Water Campground, Park of the Pines, and Sanford Campground. These are part-time, seasonal positions requiring about 10-30 hours of work per week for about four weeks. Certified aquatic supervisors (lifeguards) will be paid $10 per hour for on duty time. Housing and meals will be provided on site at the campground if desired.

The certified aquatic supervisor (lifeguard) shall be responsible for the enforcement of safety rules and procedures governing all aquatic activities during camps. This adult shall be present during all aquatic activity. The certified aquatic supervisor will be responsible for training and supervising the aquatic observers needed for each aquatic activity. This position will report to the director of each camp when in session and be supervised by the Michigan Mission Center Camping Coordinator.
A successful applicant will be subject to a criminal and child protective services background check, pursuant to Michigan law regarding camp licensing, and must be a Registered Child and Youth Worker for Community of Christ or be willing to become one. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and at least 18 years of age or older. Michigan Mission Center camps are operated by Community of Christ, a religious organization.

Required Qualification:
-Certification as a lifeguard by the American Red Cross, YMCA, Boy Scouts of America, or other nationally recognized lifeguard training program as approved.

Desired Qualifications:
-Ability to interact positively with campers and staff
-Familiarity with camping programs for youth and adults
-Ability to supervise volunteers

To apply:
Send a resume and references to:
Winnie Johnston Camping Coordinator
4094 Springwater Beach Rd
Boyne City, MI 49712
-or- e-mail the documents to winnie@cofchristmi.org
The deadline for applications is March 31, 2020.

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New Expressions
What are New Expressions? 

New Expressions describes expressions of Community of Christ which are new ways of being the church. Leaders who are vibrant, motivated and focused on creating community connections are wanted! If you are interested in creating a New Expression in your area please contact Adam Bouverette adam@cofchristmi.org or Erica Nye erica@cofchristmi.org
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Current New Expressions in Michigan

Beyond the Horizon (Greater Thumb Area)
Dinner and Discussion (Metro Detroit Area)

Peace in the Pines (Boyne City)
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Abolish Poverty, End Suffering

Bread for the World - 2020 Offering of Letters

2020 Offering of Letters to Congress: Better Nutrition, Better Tomorrow

Bread for the World’s Offering of Letters to Congress engages churches, campuses, and other faith communities in writing personalized letters to Congress. Each year, for the focus of the campaign, we choose specific legislation or a legislative emphasis that can make a real difference to people struggling with hunger and poverty.

People write letters, usually as a group, and present them as an offering to God before mailing them to Congress. Hundreds of Offerings are held each year, resulting in tens of thousands of letters to Congress. Supported with prayer, these letters are a bold witness to God’s justice and mercy. Year after year, they continue to have a significant impact on the decisions made in Congress.

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Open Table

Congregations are encouraged to consider using the Open Table model for building relationships with people seeking to transform their lives from poverty to relationship in and with the community.

Open Table’s faith-based model draws together the community and relationship life of congregations around the country. It provides technical support, training, structure, process.

Each Table is composed of a group of volunteers that make a year-long commitment to act–through relationship—as a team of life specialists, encouragers, and advocates. Over the course of a year, the Table works together to set goals, foster accountability, and implement a plan to create change.

Table members invest what they have learned on their life journeys and connect to their personal networks in their congregations and community to bring skill building, services and door opening to the plan.

Learn More About The Open Table
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Pursue Peace
Welcoming Workshop

This event is your opportunity to learn about what LGBTQ letters mean, what gender and sexuality have to do with the worth of persons, how to evaluate your congregation as a visitor would, and how to be more welcoming to persons of all backgrounds. Spending time learning about how to be welcoming can make a world of difference in your congregation. This workshop will help you start or continue your journey to making your congregation welcoming to all.

Date: October 24
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Kalamazoo Community of Christ
2523 Amherst Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 United States
Welcoming Workshop
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Project Zion Podcast: Jesus, The Peaceful One

In his closing sermon at World Conference 2019, President Veazey asked us the question, “Are we moving toward Jesus, the peaceful One?”

In this episode of Coffee Buzz, President Veazey shares a little more about what we are now calling our guiding question. www.projectzionpodcast.org/252-coffee-buzz-jesus-the-peaceful-one-president-veazey/

Host: Linda Booth
Guest: President Veazey

Read President Veazey’s sermon here. www.cofchrist.org/common/cms/resources/Documents/World-Conference/WC2019/Veazey-Closing-Sermon.pdf

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An Invitation to the Lenten Season

The season of Lent in the Christian calendar begins on Ash Wednesday and continues for the 40 days leading up to Easter. This year Lent begins on February 26.

"Throughout scripture, some of the most important, transformational moments for our spiritual ancestors happened in wilderness places. The wilderness was a place people were driven to enter in exile, transition, and discernment," said Katie Harmon-McLaughlin. "Ours seems to be a wilderness time. What if this Lent we rested for a while in this wilderness place to look around and appreciate what is already here?"

During Lent, we will share a story to dwell on throughout the week with questions for reflection. This slow, repeated practice of sacred reading and reflection is an invitation to simplicity and deepening during the the Lenten season.

You can follow along each day through Daily Bread online (www.cofchrist.org/daily-bread) or via email for the full experience. You can subscribe to receive emails from Daily Bread. We'll also be sharing elements of each weekly focus through eNews, CofChrist.org, and social media.

We hope you'll join us in this intentional practice of returning, little by little, to the awareness of oneness with God who desires wholeness for us and all creation.

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Faith Climate Action Week Kit Now Available!

2020 Faith Climate Action Week Kits are now available! These kits contain all the resources needed to put your congregation's love for the earth into action during Interfaith Power & Light's Faith Climate Action Week, April 17 – 26.

Faith Climate Action Week is IPL's annual program of climate-themed worship services and sermons that spans ten days of activities in celebration of Earth Month. This is IPL's premier event to create a mass movement of people of faith making the moral call for climate action. This year's Faith Climate Action Week theme, "Love Made Visible" is partially inspired by 19th century Lebanese-American poet Kahlil Gibran who said, "Work is love made visible". IPL invites your congregation to make their love visible by engaging in Sacred Activism to protect the people we love and care about who are most impacted by climate change.

The kit includes a Sacred Activism Guide on the importance of people of faith taking part in civic engagement, plus suggestions and tips for activism challenges including planning a prayer vigil, taking part in a rally or march, conducting a voter registration drive in conjunction with your local election officials, and more. Use the Sacred Activism Art Guide included in the kit to create eye-catching banners, placards, street paintings, and more with faith-based messaging.

Collect pledges to vote with the climate in mind using the provided printed Faith Climate Voter Pledge postcards and stickers for all who pledge. The kit also includes a "For Love of Trees" booklet with a tree planting ceremony, blessing, music, poem, and more.

This Earth Day let's joyfully do the sacred work of making the moral call for climate action.

Blessings,

Rev. Susan Hendershot
President
Interfaith Power & Light

Click to order the 2020 Faith Climate Action Week Kit
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Disciple Development
Enrollment Information for eLearning Classes

The following credit classes will open for a limited enrollment March 20-April 3:
o Ministry of the Teacher (MP303): 6-weeks, April 4 - May 15 ($25)
o Introduction to Scripture (SS400): 8-weeks, April 4-May 29 ($25)
o Ministry with Latter-day Seekers: 4-weeks, April 4-May 1 ($20)
o Children and Youth Worker Core Training: Complete at own pace - Class open April 4-July 7 ($18)

To enroll, go to developmetrics.org and click on the "USA Registration Form." Class cost must be paid before class.

Also, for a limited number of students, we'll be offering the MEADS class on "Spiritual Formation" taught live by Katie Harmon-McLauglin Monday, April 27 through Friday May 1 from 7:30-9:00 PM (EST). The price is $35 and you can enroll on the website "developmetrics.org/index.php/registration-page/"

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Child Protection Training

All staff and volunteers working with children and youth during Community of Christ activities are required to be registered children and youth workers.  Completion of the two hour child protection training is a required step in the registration process. Find out more online about Community of Christ Child Protection principles and policies.

If you would like to attend or host a child protection training, please contact Dan Nowiski at
dnowiski@cofchrist.org
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Temple School Offering

Introduction to Priesthood Ministry will be offered at Crossroads Congregation, Saturday, March 14 from 9-2 and April 4 from 9-2. You can order your book from Herald House, bring a lunch and join in the course work!

Offering a course in your area? Let us know! mmcoffice@cofchristmi.org 
Course materials available from Herald House
Herald House Website
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Camping Ministries

Youth Camps Registration Update:

Over 70 campers have already registered for 2020 summer camps.  Invite a friend and encourage them to register for camp this summer!

Did you know Michigan Mission Center youth camps operate solely on donations? It costs about $50 per day per camper or about $300 per week for junior and senior high and $200 per week for junior camp. Consider donating today to make this life changing experience possible.

Donate now to Michigan Youth Camps
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Register for 2020 Summer Youth Camps

Camps sponsored for each grade level are listed below. Campers will register by their expected grade in fall 2020. When youth register by June 1, 2020 there is no fee to attend camp. After June 1, 2020 restrictions and fees may apply. Space is limited at camps based on the number of beds and licensing restrictions, so please register as soon as possible to reserve a spot.

Senior High Camps (Grades 10, 11, 12, Just Graduated)
June 20-26 at Sanford – Director Ben Crowley
June 27-July 3 at Park of the Pines – Director Jamie Lis
July 5-11 at Blue Water – Director Rich Allen

Junior High Camps (Grades 7, 8, 9)
July 12-18 at Blue Water – Director Shannon Mueller
July 19-25 at Sanford – Director Amber Billman
July 19-25 at Park of the Pines – Director Megan Hacker

Junior Camps (Grades 3, 4, 5, 6)
June 21-25 at Blue Water – Director Alley Lentz
July 5-9 at Park of the Pines – Director Falissa Richter
July 11-15 at Sanford (Late Junior – Grades 5,6) – Director Lisa Moler
July 15-18 at Sanford (Early Junior – Grades 2,3,4) – Director Lisa Moler

Blue Water Campground – 7291 County Farm Rd, Lexington, MI 48450
Park of the Pines – 4094 Beach Rd, Boyne City, MI 49712
Sanford Campground – 3500 N West River Rd, Sanford, MI 48657

Questions can be directed to Winnie Johnston, Youth Camp Coordinator, at (231) 340-1849.

Register for Michigan Youth Camps now!
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Young Adult Camp 2020

Summer camp for young adults ages 

This is an event held at Blue Water Campground, Lexington, Michigan, USA. It is sponsored by Michigan Mission Center, Canada East Mission Centre, Mid-Atlantic Mission Center and Eastern Great Lakes Mission Center.

Enjoy amazing fellowship, team building and leadership training as well as theological and spiritual exploration. Identify and develop spiritual gifts. Campfires, service projects, recreation and more.

Registrants must be a minimum of one year out of high school and at least 18 years of age to register. Registrants may not dual register for Senior High Camp and Young Adult Camp. Financial support available, suggested donation $40 USD.

Post in the group (click the image above) or contact Linda with questions at linda@cofchristmi.org

Register for Great Lakes Young Adult Camp
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Register for 2020 Family Camps

Community of Christ members and friends often gather together in fellowship and learning experiences called reunions or family camps. This relaxed and casual atmosphere provides space for spiritual growth, personal discernment, incredible amounts of fun, deeper commitment, new and renewed relationships, and so very much more!

Housing at the campgrounds is limited. Applications received by Mar. 15 will be considered following the mission center policy on housing. Notification of housing assignments will be sent by Mar. 30.

Family Camp at Sanford Campground – June 26 to July 1, 2020
Directors: Erica Nye, Adam Bouvertte, Dan Nowiski
Guest Ministers: Charmaine & Tony Chvala-Smith, Community of Christ Seminary and Theology

Family Camp at Blue Water Campground – June 27 to July 4, 2020
Director: Tim Ross
Guest Minister: John Wight, Senior President of Seventy

Family Camp at Park of the Pines – July 10 to 17, 2020
Director: Ruth White
Guest Minister: Scott Murphy, First Presidency

Family Camp at The Woodlands – July 29 to August 2, 2020
Directors: Kevin White & Lori White
Guest Minister: Mike Hoffman, Graceland University Campus Minister

Details and Registration
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Family Camp Planning Meetings

Park of the Pines Family Camp Planning Meeting

A planning meeting for the July 10-17, 2020 family camp at Park of the Pines will take place at Gaylord Community of Christ (220 S Center Ave, Gaylord, MI 49735) on Sunday, Mar. 21 at 1:30pm. If you are not able to attend, please contact Ruth White at rmarshwhite1@charter.net with any input or your willingness to serve on staff at the camp.

 

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Journey House Campus Ministry
The Journey House offers community-based student living for up to twelve residents at 1628 E Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823.  The facility is a substance free environment with flexible leases available starting at $399/month. For an appointment or any questions, call (517) 337-1845 or e-mail johousecmc@gmail.com, follow Journey House by clicking below:
Facebook
http://journeyhouseliving.org
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Journey House Board
Next Meeting Date: Tuesday, Mar. 17
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Capital Area Community of Christ
Officers: President - Dave Caceres, VIce President - Carole Dudley, Secretary - Richard Hawks, Financial Officer - Jack Benac
Journey House Spring Semester Activities

Sunday Dinners @ Journey House starting about 7:00pm.
Homemade meals provided by the East Lansing Community of Christ following the 6:00pm worship experience.

Taco Mondays @ Journey House from 6:00-7:30pm.
Please join us as we share a taco themed meal together. All are welcome. If you would like to volunteer one evening to prepare the meal contact Dan Nowiski at dnowiski@cofchrist.org. Desserts and/or additional food items are encouraged, feel free to just bring them along

Thursday Lunches @ the MSU International Center from 11:30 –1:30 pm.
You are welcome to join us at the MSU International Center food court and eat and share with us. Look for 1-2 tables with a “Journey House” sign. If needed, we will buy lunch for you and your friends and look forward to seeing you!

Check out the Journey House website www.JourneyHouseLiving.org for calendar updates, contact information, and additional details.

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Emerging Congregation

Detroit Hope

Pizza Church for all ages takes place on Wednesdays at 6:00pm at Detroit Hope (16621 Lahser Rd, Detroit, MI 48219).  Join us for worship, food, and relationship building!  Small group worship is held at Detroit Hope on Sundays at 11:30am.

Detroit Hope is currently not accepting donations of food, clothing, or other items.  Thanks to all who have supported these ministries in the past!

Mission center officers are administering the Detroit Hope Emerging Congregation at this time.  Please contact Dan Nowiski if you have questions or would like to be involved with this ministry.

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Campground News

Campground Sales Update - March 2020

A six month listing agreement extension with Michigan Whitetail Properties, LLC was entered into effective December 22, 2019 to market and sell the Woodlands with an asking price of $1,250,000. The realtor has reported on marketing efforts, inquiries about the listing, and parties visiting the property. No offers for purchase of the property have been received. Ongoing dialogue and exploration will continue to determine how to best market the property and accomplish a sale after the expiration of the current listing agreement on June 21, 2020.

Additional information about the campground sales process and previous updates can be found online at CofChristMI.org/campground-sales.

Woodlands Campground Property Listing
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Blue Water 7291 County Farm Rd, Lexington, MI 48450

Blue Water Campground Board

2020 Officers: President - Tim Ross, Vice President - Kelly Christian, Secretary - Darrell Bechtel,
Financial Officer - Jessica Montague

Next Meeting: April 26th, 4pm, Blue Water Campground
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Friends of Blue Water

Friends of Blue Water are individuals who desire to help improve Blue Water Campground by choosing to make an annual donation. Any size donation will be gratefully accepted but is suggested at $250 per year. The funds will be used for various projects to improve the appearance and functionality of the campground.

Donations can be placed in weekly offering envelopes by writing Friends of Blue Water on the campground line or by check indicating Friends of Blue Water and mailed directly to Jessica Montague, Mission Center Financial Officer, at 1322 Pinehurst Ave, Flint, MI 48507. Together we will take the vibrant and dynamic activities of Blue Water into the future. Thank you for your consideration of Blue Water Campground!

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Park of the Pines 4094 Springwater Beach Rd, Boyne City, MI 49712

Park of the Pines Campground Board

2020 Officers: President - Carla Parkes, Vice President - Roger Elkins, Secretary - Grace King,
Financial Officer - Cathy Hopkins
Next Meeting: Saturday, Apr 18, 9:00am @ Park of the Pines
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Park of the Pines Endowment Fund

Church members and friends can make contributions to the Park of the Pines Endowment Fund! The earnings from the endowment fund will be used to supplement the operating fund budget of Park of the Pines. Those wishing to make a contribution may make their check payable to Park of the Pines and write Endowment Fund on the memo line of the check. Then mail to: Cathy Hopkins, 5679 Exodus, Traverse City, MI 49784

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Sanford 3500 West River Dr., Sanford, MI 48657

Sanford Campground Board

2020 Officers: President - Richard Hamilton, Vice President - Julie Frasure, Secretary - Heidi Kleinhardt, Financial Officer - Jack Tigner

Next Meeting: Monday, April 13 at 7:00pm at Sanford Campground.
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Fundraiser Dinners for Sanford Campground

The dinner scheduled at the Bay City Congregation for Friday, March 27, 2020 has been cancelled.
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Sanford Women's Retreat

Please "Save the Date" for the Sanford Women's Retreat being held at Sanford Campground, September 11-12, 2020! You won't want to miss the exciting, "Fin-Tastic Ministry"!
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The Woodlands 318 S. Sage Lake Rd., Hale, MI 48739

The Woodlands Campground Board

2020 Officers: President - Tim Ross, Vice President - Tom Banks, Secretary - Kathy Erwin, Financial Officer - Jack Tigner

Next Meeting: Sunday, April 19, @3:30pm, location TBD
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Support The Woodlands

As decided by the mission center conference The Woodlands remains operational while listed for sale. Your generous support is needed to meet expenses. Congregations and non-profit groups are encouraged to rent the facilities. Many dates are available in 2020. Contact Kathy Erwin at (989) 473-3160 or whistler4916@gmail.com for more information or to make a reservation.

We give great appreciation to Ervin Haley for his many years of service as the treasurer/financial officer for The Woodlands Board! Contributions from congregations and individuals to support The Woodlands should now be sent to Jack Tigner, PO Box 289, Coleman, MI 48618.

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World Church News

Witness the Word

In 2020, the Witness the Word video sermon series will continue to offer
mission-centered sermons and inspiring moments for A Disciple’s Generous Response from some of Community of Christ’s best preachers, deepening our growth as disciples.

In congregations, these inspiring sermons often highlight weekly worship
services. They also are used in Sunday-school classes and are shared with seekers and shut-ins. Small congregations and those with few priesthood members have found them especially helpful in supplementing preaching schedules.

Sermons on the March 2020 edition include:
“Easter Seasons” by Stassi Cramm (16:02) Easter
www.cofchrist.org/resources%20the%20Word#/2327/witness-the-word-easter-seasons

“Wherever Two or Three Are Gathered” by Ron Harmon (18:23) Communion - www.cofchrist.org/resources%20the%20Word#/2325/witness-the-word-wherever-two-or-three-are-gathered

“You Are Poised to Fulfill God's Vision” by Brittany Mangelson (13:05)
www.cofchrist.org/resources%20the%20Word#/2326/witness-the-word-you-are-poised-to-fulfill-god's-vision

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Fasting and Giving - $40 in 40 Days

A Lenten fast gives us an opportunity to make space in our lives so that God can live in and through us. It’s a time to evaluate what we hunger for most and what we consume. This year, you're invited to tithe as a spiritual practice by setting aside $40 during the 40 days of Lent.

If you are participating, pay attention today to the dollar you have given. What might you have done with that dollar otherwise? How does Lenten generosity invite you to reflect on what is “enough” in your life? Who might you invite to join you in this practice? How might your gift be magnified by the many others responding to the same call?

You can make your $40 offering anytime during the Lenten season online or through your offering envelope for Worldwide Mission Tithes.

app.securegive.com/cofchrist/world-church-/donate/category

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March Contribution Update

Worldwide Mission Tithes :
In 2019, the church gave $12.9 million USD to Worldwide Mission Tithes. Now, together in 2020 we can continue to support worldwide mission. Can you sustain or increase what you gave in 2019? If you're not already, can you start giving to Worldwide Mission Tithes as part of your stewardship? To sustain existing ministries and programs in 2020, the church needs at least $12 million USD in Worldwide Mission Tithes. The good news is that goal can be exceeded by at least matching the $12.9 million USD given in 2019.

Sustain Christ's mission around the globe by designating a portion of your tithing to Worldwide Mission Tithes. One easy way is through eTithing.org.

Bridge of Hope Tithes:
The most recent update on Bridge of Hope Tithes is at www.CofChrist.org/contributions-update.

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eTithing Cards

A Smooth Way to Model Giving

These durable cards, which come in packs of five, are ideal for people who tithe online but still want to participate in the congregational practice of giving during worship. Each reusable card highlights all five Mission Initiatives. When the offering plate comes around, our eTithing contributors can have a tangible way to participate in this important practice.

Some congregations place cards in each pew and others have a basket centrally located where eTithing givers can pick up a card before worship begins.

Purchase a set for your congregation today! Available at www.HeraldHouse.org.

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2020 Reunion Resources

Community of Christ members and friends often gather in fellowship and learning experiences called reunion or family camp. This relaxed and casual atmosphere provides space for spiritual growth, personal discernment, incredible amounts of fun, deeper commitment, new and renewed relationships, and so much more!

In 2020 we continue our journey with the theme “Living Jesus…Living Peace.” Plan now to join a camp to explore the question, “Why Jesus, Why Now?”. Walk the road to Emmaus again and live into the gospel stories of Jesus’ life.

Recent and ongoing conversations with current reunion directors have helped to shape our experiences. Direct suggestions, ideas, comments, and questions regarding reunion resources to Susan Naylor (snaylor@cofchrist.org), 2020 Reunion project coordinator.

2020 Theme: “Living Jesus…Living Peace”
Daily Themes
• On the Way
• Living Jesus Today
• The Audacity of Shalom
• Toward the Peaceful One
• Living Hope
Learn more at www.cofchrist.org/reunion-resources-2020

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Congregation News
Capital Area Center - Hot Dog Wednesday

Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the Capital Area Center has chosen to suspend our Hot Dog Wednesday program until it is clearly under control. This was not an easy decision as we have not missed a Wednesday except for major holidays in eight years. However, to protect both our volunteers and community members who participate in this event, we felt it is necessary precaution. We are looking forward to the day when we can reactivate our community program and pray for the recovery of all of those suffering from this virus.

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Pancakes & PJs at Otter Lake

Friday, March 27, 2020 at 6 PM
Otter Lake Community of Christ, 4469 Otter Lake Rd, Otter Lake, Michigan 48464

Wear your pajamas and enjoy a pancake bar! If you’ve never been to a pancake bar, there will be pancakes and assorted toppings—if you would like to bring a topping to share, that would be great—if not, just come and eat and socialize!
www.facebook.com/events/659438691469785/

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Request for Guest Ministry - Gaylord

We would love to have guest ministers/speakers at the Gaylord congregation. We are flexible in terms of scheduling so any Sunday you plan on being in northern Michigan (or would like to come north), think of sharing your ministry with us. Please call Carla Parkes at 989-350-9558 or email parkescarla@yahoo.com Thanks for your consideration!

Request for Guest Ministry - Big Rapids

The Big Rapids congregation is looking for guest ministers for several Sundays beginning in June 2020 throughout the entire year. If you are available and would like to share your ministry, please call Dave Cushway at 231-598-4317, or email him at Honda3504@hotmail.com. Feel free to also contact Allison Pool at 231-408-7640, or email at jcfollower1111@sbcglobal.net or on Facebook.

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Young Peacemakers Club

A Young Peacemakers Club sponsored by Mt. Pleasant Community of Christ for youth in grades 1-6 will meet the 2nd Saturday of each month from 1:00-3:30pm. Focuses will be on peace for me, peace for us, peace for everyone, peace for the planet. Activities may include bible study, meditation, games, crafts, snacks

Meeting locations:
Mar. 14 - Farwell Community of Christ
Apr. 11 - Coleman Community of Christ
May 9 - Mt. Pleasant Community of Christ

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