Please Welcome Ron Sandison today from Spectrum Inclusion. Ron is joining us to give the morning message and to talk about autism awareness and inclusion within the church. Ron is the founder and leader of Spectrum Inclusion which is an organization seeking to educate the Christian community on autism awareness and acceptance.
In addition to his work for Spectrum Inclusion, Ron works full time in the medical field, is a professor of theology at Destiny School of Ministry, and is an advisory board member of the Autism Society Faith Initiative of the Autism Society of America. Ron speaks at over 70 events a year, including 25 churches, and has also authored 3 books on the subject of autism and faith. You can find out more about Ron, including his story of being diagnosed with autism at a young age, and about his organization Spectrum Inclusion, by visiting, www.spectruminclusion.com.
Today’s Worship
Open the Eyes of My Heart
My Hope is in You
The Solid Rock
Scripture Psalm 84:11-12
Proverbs 3:5-6
Message
“Autism and Faith”
Those Who Trust
Giving
To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, you may submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.
Local Needs:
Mobile Food Bank Volunteers Needed, Saturday, August 27, from 8-11 am: The Greater Lansing Food Bank will be hosting another Mobile Food Bank here at ICRC, and they would like our help. We would like at least 15-20 volunteers to help sort food and put boxes of food into people's cars. If this is something that you are able to do, please write your name down on the sign-up sheet that is on the bulletin board located just outside of the sanctuary. You may also call the church office to let Stacia know. Please note that you do not have to be available for the entire 3 hours. You may leave earlier or come later.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
July Calling Team: Please call Rick H or Sandy C with any special concerns or requests.
July Mission of the Month: The King’s Garden of Valley, Nebraska. For more information visit www.kingsgarden.org.
Flowers Provided By: Jennifer B in celebration of her mom Carrie B’s birthday. “I don’t think there are ever enough words to express my love and gratitude for her.” “She is my rock, my best friend, she has taught me to love unconditionally, how to be a strong independent woman, and how to be a caregiver to all.” “I don’t know who I would be without her love and support.” ~ Jennifer
Thank You: Pat W would like to say, “Thank you”, for all of the calls and cards from her church family and friends in the death of her mother who was 105. She passed away July 4th at the same time that all of the fireworks went off in the Lansing area, what a sendoff she had!
Kid’s CONNECT “Back to School” Carnival: Need school supplies? Why not win them at the “Back to School” Carnival on August 10, from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm. This is a free event for children ages 3 yrs. old – 5th grade. We will begin with a free family meal served at 5:30 pm. Afterwards, the kids will enjoy playing a variety of games that will allow them the opportunity to win school supplies for the upcoming school year.
Backyard Mission Trip: We have decided to shorten this trip. Please note the date change, it is now Friday, 8/12- Saturday, 8/13.
Tentative Schedule:
Friday (8/12):
10:00am Arrive at church
10:30-4:00pm Work in the community (with lunch around noon)
4:30 Shower/cleanup
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Worship and Devotions around the fire-pit
8:00 Free time/group activity
11:30 Lights out
Saturday (8/13)
8:00 Breakfast
8:30 Depart for Michigan's Adventure
7:00 Leave Michigan's Adventure (will eat lunch and dinner at park, may leave earlier depending on how everyone is feeling)
9:00 Arrive at church, pack-up and go home.
The registration for this trip has been extended through this Wednesday, 8/3. The cost is $50. Please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com to sign up.
Summer CONNECT Dates:
August 10- Back to School Carnival
September 14- Fall Kickoff to Weekly Program
We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm.
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
August 9- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm
August 10- CONNECT Back to School Carnival, 5:30 pm
August 12-13- “Backyard” Mission Trip
August 23- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm
August 25- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm
August 27- Mobile Food Bank, 8-11am
September 4- No Children & Worship
Sept. 7- Spiritual Growth Meeting, 6:30pm
September 11- Communion Service, 10:00 am
September 14- CONNECT Kickoff, 5:30 pm
September 21- Fellowship Meeting, 6:30 pm