Landscaping Front of Church
The Trustees are looking for someone to assist David Naghtin to spearhead the renewing of the landscape in front of our church. These people are to lead the project coordinating with local nursery/landscape and get suggestions and then complete the project. Interested people should contact Dave Grossman (Chair of Trustees) or David Naghtin for additional details.
Memorial Service for Betty Graham
A Memorial Service will be held for Betty Graham on Friday, August 2nd at 11:00 am. Following the service Claybanks Women of Faith will be serving a luncheon for family and friends attending Betty’s Celebration of Life Service.
Old Time Worship and Church Picnic Sunday August 18th
We will once again (weather permitting) be outdoors for our Old Time Worship Service and Picnic. Attendees are encouraged to dress in old time clothes, hats and if available drive their vintage autos. We will worship in a style common to the early 1900’s and sing some of the old hymns. Following our worship we will gather for a picnic with food (hamburgers, hotdogs, potato salad, watermelon, plus) with a church photo and social time. Plan to be there and it is a fantastic time to invite family, friends, and neighbors.
Guest Worship Leader and Special Music Sunday, August 25th
Pastor Terri Cumming will be with us to lead us in worship and Megan Schihl will bring special music to us. Megan will be married to Danial Leinke later in the day at Claybanks UMC. Pastor Terri and Pastor Gary will be officiating. Also, on this Sunday we will have a special Bible presentation.
Suzanne Bellrichard Shoulder Surgery
Suzanne will be off for about six weeks for surgery on her second shoulder. We are praying for successful surgery and a speedy recovery. We have been able to replace Suzanne for a few Sundays with the music portion of our worship service. We are looking to fill three Sundays at present. If you know of someone who could help us with music, please contact Pastor Gary or our Worship Design Team.
Laity Sunday
October 20th is Laity Sunday, and we are asking through the power of the Holy Spirit to bring one or more of our church family to lead us in worship. When the Holy Spirit moves you, please contact Pastor Gary or a member of our Worship Design Team.
Ragner Relay – Save The Date of September 21st
Something new is happening with the Ragner Relay. They will be starting in Traverse City (instead of Muskegon) and running the course in reverse order which means our hosting an exchange stop will occur from early Saturday morning to early afternoon. Details and sign-up times to be posted and announced soon!
Strawberry Social
Friday, August 9th we will host the Claybanks’ 81st Annual Social from 5:00-7:00 pm. The Claybanks Women of Faith will need all hands-on deck. Volunteers are needed everywhere and especially to serve and clean up. Please tell, call, invite and inform your friends and family. So many in our community look forward to this event and we do not want anyone to miss it!
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