Ragnar Race is Coming Soon!
The end of September will be the eighth year the Claybanks UMC has volunteered to be involved with the Ragnar Michigan Road Relay. While the task seems daunting at times, we can’t ask for a better way to help others as well as put a little money into our funds for more mission work. This year the relay will be run in the opposite direction as in the past. The running teams will start in Traverse City and will be coming by CUMC on Saturday, September 21st approximately 5:45 am on their way to Pere Marquette Park in Muskegon. Yes, that’s right. They will be here before the roosters crow so set your alarms, three if you need them, and come out and join in the fun. We need people to “man” the chute, cheer the runners on, control traffic flow and parking, bake cookies, and maintain the snack table. Please give prayerful consideration to joining us on this major one-day-mission for which we not only receive a generous monetary donation to the church, but we are also able to give back to others in a small but helpful way. A sign-up sheet is in the fellowship hall.
Any questions, contact Konnie Grant
Women of Faith
Our ladies group has had a very busy August, as is usual.
On August 2nd, we were honored to help with a memorial service and luncheon for our dear Betty Graham.
On August 9th, we hosted our church’s 81st annual Strawberry Social. Thank you to our entire church family for being a part of this. We could not have this event successfully without you. During a very busy 2 hours we served around 165 people and made a profit of just over $1,400. And yes, we’ve already begun talking about next year’s event.
Cinda
Mission – Urgent Need
We have an opportunity to help with an URGENT NEED request by the Muskegon Pregnancy service.
They have requested:
BABY WIPES
ALL SIZES OF PULL-UPS
DIAPERS IN SIZES: 4,5,6 AND 7
There will be a table set up for the month of September (1st-29th), and we will plan to make two deliveries to the Muskegon office, the first delivery after the 8th and again after the 29th.
Thank you for your generosity to help those in need!
Kelly
Christian Nationalism
Join us for an early morning discussion on Sunday, September 8th, on Christan Nationalism (Prior to the beginning of Adult Sunday School which will begin on Sunday, September 22nd ). We will gather from 9:30 – 10:15 am with coffee and donuts to learn about Christan Nationalism as it has become a pointed part of our religious discussion recently.
Adult Sunday School
We will begin our Fall Adult Sunday School on Sunday, September 22nd at 9:30 am. We need your feedback. Would you want a Bible Study or a study on Spiritual Practices? Please express your desire to Pastor Gary.
Grinnin’ & Grillin’ Love in The Name Of Christ
Again, this year the Claybanks UMC will have a table at Love INC Annual Dinner on September 23rd beginning at 6:00 pm with a social time and dinner at 6:30 pm. Bruce Bradford-Royle will entertain us with his humor. We will have the great grilled Chicken Dinner as in previous years. Please talk with Pastor Gary to be included for the evening.
Guest Music Providers
Suzanne Bellrichard will be off from Sunday September 8th through October 6th for shoulder surgery. We will be blessed during her absence with music provided by Cheryl Lohman, Julie Ash, Sandi Kersten and Shar Boerema. Please pray for a successful surgery for Suzanne and a speedy recovery.
Nominations Committee Looking For Great People
The nominations Committee is currently working to fill and extend committee and Administrative Council positions for 2025 to be confirmed at our Annual Conference on Sunday, October 20th. When contacted please prayerfully consider their request. If there is a committee or position that you would like to be considered for, please contact one of the persons on the Nominations Committee (Dave Grossman, Konnie Grant, Edie Bogart, or Pastor Gary).
Guest Worship Leader
SK Osborn, a Lay Speaker, will be our worship leader on Sunday, September 15th. Sk is a Certified Lay Speaker from the Ludington UMC. She has graciously stepped forward to lead our worship service while Gary and Reba are away for the weekend.
Important Dates Coming Up
Sunday, October 6th World Communion Sunday – Dave Kersten- Guest Pastor with Sandi Kersten as our Music provider. We will also have a Church Mission Meal following worship.
Thursday, October 17th – SPRC and District Superintendent meeting
Sunday October 20th – Church Annual Conference at White Lake UMC
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