Member News
Our sympathy to the Podehl family on the death of Dee’s mother in Florida last weekend. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
Planning Ahead for VBS 2010
Preparation for VBS is underway! We will soon be “blasting” into the Bible and learning some classic characters and how they explore new horizons. One space station that we know the kids will love is snack time. Will you prayerfully consider donating food items for our wonderful little explorers? Starting next Sunday, August 1st, we will have a donation tree full of space snack ideas. Please pick one (or more!) and return them to the office during the month of August. Our VBS starts August 23rd and we will take off into a week of galactic fun! Thank you for helping to make this happen.
Volunteers are still needed for VBS! Please pick up a form and turn it into the office, call Karen Cron or Debbie Buxton, or go on line and e-mail us your information. Thanks!
Youth Group News
Attention all youth members! Mark your calendars for August 7th and 8th. All incoming 6th through 12th graders are invited to go to the Rick’s cottage for a weekend of summer fun! The cost will be $10 per person. Please let Jen know if you plan on going.
Pop Can Collection
Thanks you from the Honduras Mission Team for all of the pop cans donated. They will continue to collect pop cans over the next several months.
Deacon News
Our pantry has been experiencing a record number of families! Our June numbers served are:
46 families up 7 over last year
88 adults up 15 over last year
52 children down 13 from last year
Most of these families have been large! For those items that only serve 2 or 3 people, we give a couple cans or boxes of the same item to one family. This quickly depletes our supply. Please add us to your shopping list for a few weeks so we can re-stock. We appreciate all that you can do. So many people are depending on our help to feed their hungry families!
Children’s Library
The Children’s Library has moved downstairs to the children’s worship room. Come down and sign out a book or a movie.
Rev Dan’s Discussion Group
Rev Dan’s discussion group will not be meeting again until the first Wednesday of September.
Auction
Mark your calendars for October 2nd. The Crafters are busy planning an auction for that evening. This year’s theme is football. Any donations would be appreciated. Please bring donations to the stage by September 25th.
Mom to Mom Sale
Mark your calendars. Your Mission Council will be holding their second annual Mom to Mom Sale on Saturday, October 16th.
Deacons of the Month
Deacons for the month of August are Dee Bleich and Nicole Heinz. If you would like a visit, someone to say a prayer with you, or just someone to talk to, please give Dee (616-842-1886) or Nicole (616-846-5826) a call.
Greenwood Day Camps
Camp Greenwood is taking to the road to a church near you. We are bringing archery equipment, canoes, tents, arts and crafts, sports equipment and games. For as little as $10 or $15 per day your child can experience Camp Greenwood. Location and dates are as follows:
Jackson First Presbyterian - August 2-5 - Call 517-784-9175
Volunteers Needed for Coast Guard Parking
It’s time once again for the Coast Guard Parking fundraiser for Love INC on Saturday, August 7th, beginning at 8:00 am. Shifts involve directing traffic, collecting money and being FRIENDLY! This is a great family event. If you volunteer for a shift, you can park on the Island for free. Most shifts are done by 6:00 pm. To sign up contact Love INC (846-2701) or e-mail kathy@loveinctricities.org.
Love INC Furniture Request
Love INC is in need of items for their furniture ministry. If you have twin mattresses, full box springs, bed frames, small kitchen tables, night stands or recliners, you may drop them off at Love INC or arrange a pick-up by calling 616-846-2701.
Barnabas Ministries
Youth mentors are needed in the Tri-Cities area for local teenagers. If you are able to volunteer please contact Rachel Patmos at rachel@barnabasmin.org or call her at 616-748-8435 ext 107. .
Birthdays & Anniversaries
August 2 Betsy Bulthuis, Noah Molyneux
August 3 Brenda Benes, Ethan Deters, Julie Goericke, John Logan Jr, Dave Vink
August 4 Jordan Billinghurst, Samantha Reminder, Allison Tuin, Kaylee Tuin
Anniversary: Susan & John Robertson
August 5 Peyton Rebone, Gary Sabo
August 6 Anniversary: Beth & Roy Hierholzer
August 7 Delores Bleich, Brooke Meekhof
Anniversary: Lois & Ray Schrier
August 8 Elizabeth Ennenga, John Hazlett, Ray Schrier
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Your Deacons
Brenda Benes 616-844-2573
Delores Bleich 616-842-1886
Amy Buxton 616-847-2413
John Flick 616-296-0605
Nichole Heinz 616-846-5826
Gray Jackson 616-842-7793
Cathy Loree 616-842-7258
Jay Poll 616-402-8333
Chad Portenga 616-846-8006
Sheila Riley 616-402-3810
Barb Skendrovic 616-846-7588
Chris Sorensen 616-842-1451
Russ Stanton 616-842-1434
Rachel Trumpfheller 616-847-3435
Carla Vink 616-846-3244
The Deacons of SLPC desire to minister to the sick, homebound, hungry, and any others who are suffering. The pantry is one of the major activities for helping those in need of groceries and other food products. Most clients are referrals from Love INC, who screens them for their needs. Some of these individuals are then sent to our pantry on Fridays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Church members and attendees have access to our pantry any time they are in need of groceries and cannot purchase some. Just contact a deacon, and arrangements will made to get the needed groceries. A screening and referral from love INC is not required by a church member or attendee.