Today Pastor Tom will be leading our study on the Belhar Confession, teaching us that unity is both a gift and an obligation for the Church of Jesus Christ. In a world that seems bent on dividing, how can the Church shine when disagreements present themselves?
We would also like to invite you to pray with us today. In Philippians 4:6, God’s word says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
To Hear the Prayer Requests of Our ICRC Friends and Family, Please Call:
(517) 321-2495, extension 191
To Submit a Prayer Requests, Please Call:
(517) 321-2495, extension 200
The Approach to God
Pre-Service Music Shine, Jesus, Shine
*Songs Victory in Jesus -Bartlett
Prayer of Confession
Words of Assurance and Law of God
Kids
The Word of God
*Songs America, Our Heritage -Steele
Scripture: Matthew 12:1-37
Message: "What Matters: The Earnest Pursuit of Unity"
Pastor Tom Grabill
Prayer for Blessing
The Response to the Word
Introduction of New Members
*Song Jesus Saves! -Cottrell
*Benediction
Postlude
* Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502
ANNOUNCEMENTS
September Calling Team: Please call Mike J or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.
Flowers are Provided By: Marcia J in celebration of all the September birthdays. We celebrate you today and look forward to all God had planned for you!
September Mission of the Month: “No Senior Without a Christmas”. Today is the last day to contribute to this worthy cause.
Please Join Us Today in Celebrating: Lon H, Joe and Darla L, and Harold and Jackie S as they are welcomed into new membership here at ICRC!
Please Pray Protection over Mark and June B: as they prepare to travel to Mayo Clinic for Mark’s check-up. Please also pray for good test results. “The light of God surrounds us; The love of God enfolds us; The power of God protects us; The presence of God watches over us; Wherever we are, God is!” ~ James Dillet Freeman
Search Team Update: Exciting Update! The Lead Pastor job posting ended this past Friday, 9/25/20. As of the writing of this update (Tuesday, 9/22/20), thirteen (13) folks have shown interest in the position. The search team is currently in the process of evaluating the candidates, according to the Candidate Attribute Rating & Prayer Process we developed to narrow down the pool of candidates. The excitement continues to build as we get closer to discovering who God has is leading to become our NEW Lead Pastor. God's got us! And we've got God!
Please continue to pray for the search process and our future pastor. Specific prayer requests:
· Our future pastor is prepared and/or being prepared
· Our future pastor's life ministry aligns with our mission, vision & values
· Our future pastor yearns to lead ICRC to fulfill God's preferred future
· Search Team remains healthy and productive
Serving Together, ICRC Pastor Search Team- Jennifer B, Michelle C (Chairperson), Mike J, Wayne K, Joey S, Karla T, Emily Wi & Tom G (Liaison)
ANNOUNCEMENTS CONTINUED
Thanksgiving Baskets: We have 1 week left to sign up. If you haven’t purchased a basket yet and you would like to, please do so before October 4. Payments are due at that time. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” in the memo line of your if you would like your donation included on your end-of-the-year tithing statement, please write your envelope number as well.
The CWS CROP Hunger Walk is: Helping to change lives by providing clean water systems closer to communities in need so that families can be healthier. One in six people in our world do not have access to water as clean as the water in our toilets. The World Health Organization estimates that 80 percent of all sickness in the world is attributable to unsafe water and sanitation.
Please consider donating to this worthy cause by either mailing a check directly to the church office made out to ICRC, designating CWS/ CROP in the memo area, or by placing a check in the offering plate after the Sunday services. Donations can also be made at www.crophungerwalk.org/lansingmi, we are registered as Lansing Immanuel Community Reformed! You may begin donating today through October 25, 2020
Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings: The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service. Instead, you may place your offerings in the plates located on the stage at the front of the sanctuary after the service.
If you are unable to join us in person, you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495
Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:
Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W
Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Marcia J, Mike J, Julie L, and our ministry teams
Friends with Health Concerns
Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,
Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,
Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,
Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued health concerns.
Save the Dates
October 7- Jr. High Youth Group
October 8- Prayer Group Meeting
October 9- Burcham Small Group Meeting at the Fire pit
October 11- Senior High Youth Group
October 13- Consistory Meeting
October 13- Painting with Sandi
October 13- Men’s Study
October 14- Jr. High Youth Group