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
The God of Abraham Praise
We Praise Thee, O God, Our Redeemer
Near to the Heart of God
Scripture
Exodus 20:8-11;
Mark 2:23-27
Message
"Resting in a Doing World"
Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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.
“Backyard” Mission Trip: Our Junior High Youth Group will be doing a “Backyard” Mission Trip again this year August 11- August 12th. They will gather Friday morning at church at 10:00 am to do work in the community. They will then enjoy a trip to Michigan's Adventure on Saturday. The cost is $50 per person. If you have a 6th-8th grader that would like to participate in this mission, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.
Mobile Food Bank: We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, August 12, 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.
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.
Back to School Carnival in August!
Please look forward to more information to come.
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, 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.