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
Sing, Sing, Sing
Revelation Song
In The Garden
Scripture
Luke 5:15-16
Message
“Withdraw”
Everywhere That I Go
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.
Happy Birthday Marcia K: Please join us in the family life center for birthday cake to celebrate Marcia turning 83 today!
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.
Sundae on Sunday Storytelling, Sunday, August 20th at 3:00 pm.: You are invited 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. Please RSVP on the “Bulletin Board” at www.icrclansing.org.
CONNECT “Back to School” Carnival Wednesday, August 23, from 5-6:30 pm: We are excited to host a “Back to School” carnival during Cumberland Elementary School’s Family Fun Night. The kids will have the opportunity to play games and they will win a free backpack full of school supplies! There will also be food trucks there so come hungry and ready to play! Cumberland Elementary is located at 2801 Cumberland Rd., in Lansing MI. This event is for all children, not just Cumberland students.
Volunteers Needed: Volunteers are needed to help set up and run the games during the carnival. If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org.
Donations Needed for Backpacks: Please place donations in the tub labeled “School Supplies” located underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary.
§ Wide ruled spiral notebooks
§ 1 inch 3 ring binders
§ Heavy duty or plastic folders
§ Pencil boxes, pencil pouches, pencils.
§ Eraser caps, BIG erasers
§ Crayons, colored pencils, markers
§ Glue sticks
§ Scissors
§ Pencil sharpeners
§ Pens, highlighters
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, paper towel. 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
Back to School Carnival
August 23, 5-6:30 pm
Join us for a “Back to School” Carnival at Cumberland Elementary School located at 2801 Cumberland Rd. in Lansing MI.
The kids will have the opportunity to play games and win a free backpack full of school supplies! There will also be food trucks there so come hungry and ready to play!
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.