“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”
Over the course of the summer, we have taken a deep dive into some of our deep held questions about God, ourselves, and our world. Today we will take a look at Psalm 51 and ask the question, “How can I be forgiven?” Psalm 51 teaches us that salvation and forgiveness come from God alone, and that we are to trust in His steadfast love and mercy.
Whether you are a regular attendee, or if this is your first time with us, we want to make sure that you know how much we appreciate you joining us here for worship at Immanuel Community Reformed Church. Our mission here at ICRC is “Going into the community, imitating Christ, by feeding body and soul”. Our 4 core values are: nurturing children and youth, doing acts of service, responding to real needs in the community, and welcoming the stranger. Our hope is that we have established an atmosphere where all feel welcome here and are able to engage all that God is, with all that we are!
The Approach to God
Pre-Service Music Repentance Medley
*Songs Holy, Holy, Holy -No. 323
Life Song -Casting Crowns
Prayer of Confession
Words of Assurance and Law of God
Kids
The Word of God
*Song Remind Me of Who I Am -Gray
Scripture: Psalm 51
Message “How Can I Be Forgiven?”
Pastor Matt
Prayer for Blessing
The Response to the Word
*Song Goodness of God -Bethel
*Benediction
Postlude
Mission of the Month Offering Received
Offering
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. Please place your offering in the basket provided.
*Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502
ANNOUNCEMENTS
August Calling Team: Please call Sue F or Julie L with any special concerns or requests.
August Mission of the Month: Judson Love Clothing Center provides clothing for school aged children, serving over 800 children during the months of August and September! We have an opportunity to be part of that great effort by collecting new and gently used clothing during the month of August. All children's clothing starting with size 4 is helpful, but especially needed are sports bras sizes S – XL, and men’s/boy’s boxers sizes S- XL. Judson provides new underwear for each child as well as a mix of new and used clothing. There is a box for donations located just outside of the sanctuary, or you may make a monetary donation towards this very worthy cause.
Flowers Provided By Carroll and Sandi Shults for 3 Reasons:
1. We are celebrating our 47th wedding anniversary this week
2. Sandi’s 12th Lungiversary is next week. We will be traveling to Duke again for a check-up and could use your prayers please.
3. A big “Thank You!” We have decided to move to a condo in Zeeland, MI at the end of the month. We will deeply miss all of you and will forever be grateful for your friendship. Thank you for being a part of our lives.
Please take a flower with you on your way out of the sanctuary.
God Bless, Carroll & Sandi
CONNECT Back to School Carnival, This Wednesday, August 18: This is a great way to kick off the school year! Bring the family for a taco dinner, and then afterwards, the kids can participate in carnival games, face painting, bounce house jumping, and more! We will also be passing out candy, prizes, and school supplies!
ICRC Members and Visitors: Here at Immanuel, we believe it is our calling as Christians to grow together in the knowledge and example of Jesus Christ. Our primary way of doing this is through our Life Group ministry in which members and guests have the opportunity to be connected with a group of fellow Christians for the purpose of growing together in Christ. Some of our Life Groups have continued to meet throughout the summer and others are planning to start meeting again in the fall. You can find more information about each Life Group, its leader, and meeting time on our website at https://www.icrclansing.org/small-groups. Please talk with our Life Groups Connections leader, Rick H, if you have any questions or would like to know more information.
Volunteers Needed at Cran-Hill for the Week of August 16-20 : All volunteers are needed, but especially male cabin leaders. If you are interested in being a volunteer, please call Cran Hill Ranch at (231) 796-7669, or you can reach them by email at info@cranhillranch.com.
Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:
Staff: Pastor Matt L, 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
Pray For our RCA missionaries- Martha & Jaime Amaro, Latin America
Please pray for the youngest generation of the church in Mexico, especially in Oaxaca, that they will feel the love of Christ through ministries like Children and Worship. Pray also for safety as Martha and Jaime travel to train leaders, for Martha’s health, for more churches to open their doors to Children and Worship, and for God to provide resources and support to keep the program going.
To hear more prayer requests from ICRC, please call 321-2495, extension 191, or if you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org.
Friends with Health Concerns
Shelby A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C
Howard C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,
Kathy G, Roland H, and other Parkinson’s sufferers,
Lon H, Marcia N, Marian P,
Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.
Save the Dates
August 24- Men’s Study
August 26- Prayer Team Meeting
September 5- Outdoor Worship/ Braylon & Elijah Alford Baptism
September 7- Consistory Meeting
September 9- Prayer Team Meeting
September 12- Communion