July 16, 2023
The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.
In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.
Today’s Worship
O Praise Him
How Great Thou Art
Lord From Sorrows Deep I Call
Scripture
Psalm 42
Message
Pastor Tom Grabill
Hosanna
July Calling Team: Please call Sandy C. or Janet V. with any special concerns or requests.
July Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services’ mission is to mobilize and equip local churches to be a blessing to people in need in our community. Some of the ways they serve the church are by providing church leadership with tools to mobilize church members in serving others, providing support and assistance to churches starting new ministries, and being a central location where the needs of families can be heard, verified, and referred to churches with the appropriate resources.
15th Annual Community Basketball Camp, this Week, July 17-20 : This is a free camp held here at Immanuel for boys and girls ages 8-15 years old. Check-in time is at 4:45 pm. They will begin with drills at 5 pm. There will be a guest speaker each evening at 6 pm, and dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. After dinner, the kids will split into groups according to their age for more instruction and games. Please stop by the Welcome table in the lobby for a registration form, or you may register your child upon arrival the first day of camp.
Mobile Food Bank: We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, July 22nd, from 9-11 am. If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.
Prayers: Please keep those who are preparing to leave for the mission trip to Alaska this Saturday, July 22, in your prayers, asking God for traveling mercies on their way there and on their way home Saturday, July 29. Please also pray for protection, joy, spiritual growth, and opportunities to serve and share the good news of the Gospel.
Attention Members of the Immanuel Community: Whether you are new or have been a part of Immanuel for decades, you are invited to a Sundae Sunday Storytelling event on Sunday, August 20th at 3:00 p.m. The newly formed Corps of Dreaming is in a process of discerning who we uniquely are as a church and what God is calling us to. As a part of this process, we want to invite everyone who is a part of the Immanuel community whether you are a long time member or a returning visitor, to share your stories about what drew you to Immanuel and what makes Immanuel special to you. We will have ice cream and a full sundae bar to enjoy as we gather around tables in the Family Life Center to share stories with each other. The storytelling will take place in small groups with at least one member of the Corps of Dreaming present. Come enjoy some ice cream and a time of fellowship as we learn from each other about what makes Immanuel special. Please RSVP on the bulletin board page of our church website at www.icrclansing.org so that we know how many people to prepare for.
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 partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, bleach, women’s shampoo & conditioner, and sanitary pads. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.
Summer CONNECT Meets once a month during the summer.
We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 6:00 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:30 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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.
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, Don F, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,
Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Wayne K,
Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.