The resurrection shows us that change is natural because through it we become new creations, and when we consider creation around us, we see that it is natural for healthy life to grow, and in order to grow, change is necessary.
This morning we will be looking at 2 Corinthians 5:14-21, to see that if we want to grow, we must be willing to see change as a natural condition for growth. Nothing can stay the same and grow.
Today’s Worship
Just a Closer Walk with Thee
Days of Elijah
Hungry
Sanctuary
Scripture
2 Corinthians 5:14-21
Message
“Change is Natural”
Communion
New Life
Allegro maestoso/Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
Giving
To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary. You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.
Local Needs:
Immanuel Community Resource Closet: Partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of laundry soap, bleach, and both adult & children’s toothbrushes. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary. Families in need, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411 for a referral.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
May Calling Team: Please call Mike J or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.
May Mission of the Month: Camp Geneva and CranHill Ranch are both devoted to being ministries through which God transforms lives into the image of Christ through Youth Camps, Family Camping, Retreats and Adventure Experiences.
Flowers Provided By: Carrie Blanck, in celebration of Lilly B’s birthday. Lilly, you are one of God’s brightest creations, may His awesome blessings be upon you today. Happy Birthday!
Thank You to All Who Sent Birthday Cards to My Mother on Her 105th Birthday: She got 20 cards that she really enjoyed reading and she is already planning for her 106th birthday next year!
~ Pat W
The Prayer Team is Ready to Pray for You: If you have a prayer request, please write it down on one of the Connection Cards located in the back of the pews and place it in the Prayer Box at the front of the sanctuary. You may also submit a prayer request by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may call the church office at (517) 321-2495.
CONNECT this Wednesday, May 11: Please join us for a free family dinner starting at 5:30 pm. Afterwards, the CONNECT Kids will be celebrating and End-of-the-Year party, with lots of fun and games planned for outside, and the Jr & Sr. High Youth Group will enjoy a bonfire!
Please Mark the Following Dates on Your Calendar for Our Summer Kid’s CONNECT Events:
Wed, 7/13 – Water Night
Wed, 8/10 – Back to School Carnival
Wed, 9/14 – Fall CONNECT Kick Off
A free family dinner will be served at 5:30 pm., the kids meet afterwards at 6:15 pm. for planned activities.
RightNow Media: Immanuel has recently purchased an account with RightNow Media, and we are encouraging everyone to sign up to take advantage of this great resource. (https://app.rightnowmedia.org/en/join/icrclansing
CONNECT WEDNESDAYS (September- May 11, 2022)
We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm.
CONNECT Kids
Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade
Meet after dinner at 6:15 pm., to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, Bible, stories, arts and crafts, games, and more.
Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group
(6th- 12th grade)
5:30- 8pm. For more information, please contact Joey S. at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.
Life Groups
We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Rick H at rick4944@live.com.
Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:
Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders
Friends with Health Concerns
Mark B, June B, John B,
Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,
Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,
Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S
If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,
please contact Kerri M.
Save the Dates
May 24- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.
May 26- Prayer Team Meeting, 5:30 pm.
June 7- Elder’s Meeting, 7:00 pm.
June 9- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.
June 12- Congregational Meeting, 11:30 am.
June 13- 90-Day Goals God Dreams Meeting (Leaders & Staff), 6:30 pm.
June 14- Deacon’s Meeting, 6:30 pm.
June 14- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.
June 23- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.