This Week at Messiah
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Summer Service Schedule
May 26-September 1 Messiah will observe an adjusted worship schedule throughout the summer. This new schedule will be as follows:
Armor of God Bible Study Meeting June 9-July 21. Sundays following the worship. Location will be the Good Shepherd Room - Led by Jackie Lack. For those of you who missed some lessons during the study’s last offering here is an opportunity to make those up. Weekly Lessons are:
Mid-Week Worship Summer Series: The Minor Prophets
The Minor Prophets: Hosea - Worship June 19 Hosea: A Prophet’s Dilemma “Lamplight reached out into the corners of the alley, revealing a woman’s face beside a wretched pool. The watchman had seen her before. She used to pass through the streets at twilight, dressed in shimmering garments, strings of beads clinking around her neck as she hurried to reach a man who held out a a ring and a cup of wine. Later, the watchman had seen her with bloodshot eyes receiving a stranger who offered her a mere loaf of bread and a wink. No no one noticed her stumble and fall in the darkness except the watchman, who unpinned his wool cloak and covered her shame. The prophet Hosea recorded how excess and idolatrous feasts caused the shameless leaders of Israel to stumble. Assyria would descend upon them in their stupor and robe them all the goods and land the Lord had Lord have given them. Though the leaders knew God’s love and faithfulness, they failed to teach the people and so led them to destruction.” (The Lutheran Study Bible, pg. 1427) The prophet Hosea’s entire life was a lesson in God’s faithfulness to the people of Israel no matter what. Join us this Wednesday as we explore who Hosea’s marriage teaches us about God’s faithfulness. Upcoming High School Youth Activities Here’s what’s coming up for our High School Youth at Messiah...
Join Us at the Forts & Sorts Pot Luck! Wednesday, June 19 – 6:00 pm Come and meet all the servant event participants at the Pot Luck just prior to worship on June 19. The Fellowship Action Team is providing the meat - bring a dish to pass and help us show the youth some of Messiah’s wonderful hospitality. Position Opening: Puppet Master Hours: Sundays, 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Dates: beginning Sunday, September 8, 2019 Pay: unlimited adoration of every child ages 3 years to 10 years endless thanks from the Sunday School staff countless blessings and joy! Messiah's Sunday School program is looking for a new "character" to join our team. The puppet master engages the children using a fun approach to understand the important concept being taught in the weekly lesson. We have awesome scripts, puppets, stage and even a lovely assistant! All that is missing is YOU! If you're interested in hearing more details - please contact Kathy Harmon. |
VBS IS COMING!
Sunday June 23 – Wednesday June 26, 2019: 6:00– 8:00 p.m. Complimentary dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. for participants, volunteers, and their families. VBS Miraculous Mission 2019 is two weeks away! Updates can be found on our facebook page, Messiah Lutheran Holt Vacation Bible School. Follow our page and share updates on your page to help us get the word out!
Last Blast to Cedar Point August 24 The Youth are sponsoring a 56-passenger bus to Michigan’s Adventure on Saturday, August 24. This trip is open to all youth and families, but we ask that all children under 13 be accompanied by an adult. We will leave Messiah’s parking lot at 7:00 a.m. and return about 10:00 p.m. that night. The cost of the bus is paid for by the Youth and a portion of each ticket will also be covered. The cost to attend is $35 per person - food and extra expenses in the park will be your responsibility. The ticket includes an entire day of fun and thrills in the main part of the part. Cedar Point Shores Waterpark admission is not included. Ticket order forms are available in the Narthex or from Sara Vanderbilt. Orders are due back to Sara by August 11 (or until the bus is filled - priority will be given based on when orders are received). If you have any questions, contact Sara Vanderbilt. Crossways this Fall It's not too early to be thinking of what Bible studies are going to be offered at Messiah in the fall. One of the possibilities is to offer Crossways in a new format. Instead of having to make a 60-week commitment, the course would be offered in 10-week segments:
What is needed from you is your input about this new format. Are you interested? Which segments would you attend? Please e-mail or call Cyndy Wulff with your preferences so we can make a prayerful and God pleasing decision. As always, your prayers for the education ministry at Messiah are welcomed, needed, and appreciated. Thank you. Men’s Retreat at Youth Haven Ranch September 21 For further information, please contact Jerry Smith Sign Volunteer Needed Messiah is in need of a flexible person to update our outdoor sign on Holt Rd. This happens infrequently as needed. Ron Pride had done this job faithfully for a number of years and we thank God for his dedication! Unfortunately, Ron isn’t able to continue this ministry and we need someone to step in. If you’re interested or would like more information, please talk to Pastor Vanderbilt (pastor@messiahlutheranholt.org). |
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Deadline for Bulletin Submissions
If you have submissions for either the weekly or the e-mail bulletin, please provide the information to the church office no later than 11:00 a.m. on Thursday. Thank you. |
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Monthly Calendar and Room Usage
Our monthly calendar only highlights ministry events here at Messiah but there are many other groups and individuals who use our facilities throughout the week. If you would like to hold an event or meeting at church, please check with the church office (office@messiahlutheranholt.org) 1-2 days in advance to make sure that the space you would like to use is not already occupied. Thank you!
Our monthly calendar only highlights ministry events here at Messiah but there are many other groups and individuals who use our facilities throughout the week. If you would like to hold an event or meeting at church, please check with the church office (office@messiahlutheranholt.org) 1-2 days in advance to make sure that the space you would like to use is not already occupied. Thank you!
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Pastoral Care
Please contact the office for an appointment. If you have something that needs to be brought to an elder's attention, please call them at their number as listed in Messiah's Directory. |
Altar Flowers
If you wish to dedicate flowers for an occasion or just want to be able to take home some color on a Sunday, take a look at the flower chart in the hallway by the church offices. There are many openings available between now and the end of the year. |