WEEKLY UPDATE FOR MAY 19…also posted on our website!
A Note from Pastor Dan…
Happy Birthday! Well... happy birthday to the Church, anyway. This Sunday we celebrate Pentecost, what some people call the birthday of the Christian Church. Jesus didn't say too much about what his group of followers would look like after his death and resurrection, but he clearly intended for us to carry on his work of love, healing, and justice in the world. And his call to carry on that work is for people of all ages. Peter quotes the prophet Joel in our reading from Acts this Sunday, when he says, "In the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your youth shall see visions, and your elders shall dream dreams." So, even in a congregation of elders, we have much to look forward to... many dreams worth dreaming both for ourselves and our community!
Peace in Christ,
Pastor Dan
I'm always happy to talk with you, so please feel free to contact me at 269-588-1163 or pastordanrobinson68@gmail.com.
SCRIPTURE: Acts 2:1-21; John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15
SERMON: The Holy Spirit as Our Advocate
“When the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who comes from the Father, he will testify on my behalf.” (John 15:26)
PENTECOST OFFERING “RESTORE AND REWIND” IS MAY 12 & MAY 19: The Pentecost Offering is a special offering in support of the new church movement in our region and across the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
NEED TO KNOW: Office Hours: Tuesday/Thursday, 8:30-10:30am
The MAY newsletter is available on the BLACK CART at church, or view it on the website: www.riverviewparkchristianchurch.com. The May/June Upper Room is also on the BLACK CART; one per family please.
To keep up-to-date with the latest happenings with the Disciples of Christ, visit https://disciples.org/ This site is a wealth of information for upcoming Disciples events.
SAVE THE DATE!
MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION POTLUCK at the church! Sunday, May 26 11:00 am
NO WORSHIP SERVICE THIS DAY.
Hot dogs, buns, condiments, beverages, and tableware provided. Please sign up to bring a dish to pass.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION: For those of you that have Facebook, LIKE our page! We try to post daily with a thought for the day, or an inspirational quote! We also keep the website up-to-date!
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST MAY 19: Randee and Jim S.
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST MAY 26: Picnic style potluck…no host needed.
Fellowship Hour Hosts and Greeters are needed for June…please sign up!
PRAYERS of HEALTH and STRENGTH:
OUR CHURCH FAMILY—Prayers for Chris Ashley, Glenn Chapman, and Ken Stover. Prayers for Frank and his family as they mourn the loss of Peggy.
PRAYERS FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY:
The family of Peggy Alsup wants to extend their warmest thank you to everyone who came and supported our family. Special thanks to pastor Dan, Brad, Sheila and Kathy Karsten for everything they did to make our day tolerable! We really appreciated everything you did. The family at Riverview Park Christian Church sure comes together when someone is in need.
There are also people like Sheila, the Stovers, and Kay Schultz who always checked up on my parents and brought them food! (If I am missing anyone I apologize!)
DAILY DEVOTIONAL from BE STILL AND KNOW
HIS KINDNESS
“The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fail, for the Lord holds them by the hand.” -Psalm 37:23-24
Holding hands is a beautiful act when done in love. We might hold hands with a child to cross the street, to help an aging stranger off of the bus, or to embrace even the smallest part of our beloved while strolling through the park. We grasp hands for a moment, and give safety, kindness, or affection through the simple act.
Can you imagine that God’s hand in this same act is extended to those who put their faith in him? Surely his sons and daughters need the spiritual comfort, guidance, and fellowship of God’s hand more than any other. And we can be certain that God delights in extending his hand to us as well.
Prayer: Father, I take comfort in your kindness. You lead me rightly. I cannot fall when I follow your lead because your loving grip will never let me go. Amen.
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND:
Friday, May 17: Madison Sutherland live at Vineyard 2121, 6p. 2024 Love Local: The third weekend of the month, throughout the summer, St. Joe will be featuring specials at businesses. Check out St. Joe Today website for details, https://stjoetoday.com/events/2024-love-local-1
Saturday, May 18: Ed Skjordal at 12 Corners Vineyard, 3p. Warblers and More on the Yellow Birch Trail, Warren Dunes, Youth Camp Parking Lot, 9a. Beach Clean Up at Rockey Gap, 1-4p. Turtles, Snakes, Toads, and More at Love Creek, 2p. The King of Mars live at Watermark, 7p. O’Brother live at the Getaway, 7p. Meet the Maker Tasting Experience: Bourbon Tasting at Tabor Hill, 1-9p.
Many blessings to all of you this week!
~Sheila
A Note from Pastor Dan…
Happy Birthday! Well... happy birthday to the Church, anyway. This Sunday we celebrate Pentecost, what some people call the birthday of the Christian Church. Jesus didn't say too much about what his group of followers would look like after his death and resurrection, but he clearly intended for us to carry on his work of love, healing, and justice in the world. And his call to carry on that work is for people of all ages. Peter quotes the prophet Joel in our reading from Acts this Sunday, when he says, "In the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your youth shall see visions, and your elders shall dream dreams." So, even in a congregation of elders, we have much to look forward to... many dreams worth dreaming both for ourselves and our community!
Peace in Christ,
Pastor Dan
I'm always happy to talk with you, so please feel free to contact me at 269-588-1163 or pastordanrobinson68@gmail.com.
SCRIPTURE: Acts 2:1-21; John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15
SERMON: The Holy Spirit as Our Advocate
“When the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who comes from the Father, he will testify on my behalf.” (John 15:26)
PENTECOST OFFERING “RESTORE AND REWIND” IS MAY 12 & MAY 19: The Pentecost Offering is a special offering in support of the new church movement in our region and across the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
NEED TO KNOW: Office Hours: Tuesday/Thursday, 8:30-10:30am
The MAY newsletter is available on the BLACK CART at church, or view it on the website: www.riverviewparkchristianchurch.com. The May/June Upper Room is also on the BLACK CART; one per family please.
To keep up-to-date with the latest happenings with the Disciples of Christ, visit https://disciples.org/ This site is a wealth of information for upcoming Disciples events.
SAVE THE DATE!
MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION POTLUCK at the church! Sunday, May 26 11:00 am
NO WORSHIP SERVICE THIS DAY.
Hot dogs, buns, condiments, beverages, and tableware provided. Please sign up to bring a dish to pass.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION: For those of you that have Facebook, LIKE our page! We try to post daily with a thought for the day, or an inspirational quote! We also keep the website up-to-date!
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST MAY 19: Randee and Jim S.
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST MAY 26: Picnic style potluck…no host needed.
Fellowship Hour Hosts and Greeters are needed for June…please sign up!
PRAYERS of HEALTH and STRENGTH:
OUR CHURCH FAMILY—Prayers for Chris Ashley, Glenn Chapman, and Ken Stover. Prayers for Frank and his family as they mourn the loss of Peggy.
PRAYERS FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY:
- Chris Ashley’s daughter, Jackie, as she continues to battle cancer.
- Fred Wagoner, June Stover’s brother.
- Tom’s friend, Abe, who has liver disease.
- Continued prayers for Dan's sister-in-law Anna who had surgery.
- For the mother of a co-worker of Tom Brady, who has leukemia and dementia.
- For all who are grieving.
- Sheila and Dave’s friend Scott, who has cancer.
- Kay's friend Ted with cancer.
- Jim's friend Dave who was in a bad car accident.
- The Thorp family, Kathy's daughter Kelly's in-laws.
- Expectant Moms and new parents.
- Gratitude for the kindness of strangers.
- Tornado victims in southwest Michigan and across the U.S.
- Peace in the Middle East and across campuses.
The family of Peggy Alsup wants to extend their warmest thank you to everyone who came and supported our family. Special thanks to pastor Dan, Brad, Sheila and Kathy Karsten for everything they did to make our day tolerable! We really appreciated everything you did. The family at Riverview Park Christian Church sure comes together when someone is in need.
There are also people like Sheila, the Stovers, and Kay Schultz who always checked up on my parents and brought them food! (If I am missing anyone I apologize!)
DAILY DEVOTIONAL from BE STILL AND KNOW
HIS KINDNESS
“The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fail, for the Lord holds them by the hand.” -Psalm 37:23-24
Holding hands is a beautiful act when done in love. We might hold hands with a child to cross the street, to help an aging stranger off of the bus, or to embrace even the smallest part of our beloved while strolling through the park. We grasp hands for a moment, and give safety, kindness, or affection through the simple act.
Can you imagine that God’s hand in this same act is extended to those who put their faith in him? Surely his sons and daughters need the spiritual comfort, guidance, and fellowship of God’s hand more than any other. And we can be certain that God delights in extending his hand to us as well.
Prayer: Father, I take comfort in your kindness. You lead me rightly. I cannot fall when I follow your lead because your loving grip will never let me go. Amen.
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND:
Friday, May 17: Madison Sutherland live at Vineyard 2121, 6p. 2024 Love Local: The third weekend of the month, throughout the summer, St. Joe will be featuring specials at businesses. Check out St. Joe Today website for details, https://stjoetoday.com/events/2024-love-local-1
Saturday, May 18: Ed Skjordal at 12 Corners Vineyard, 3p. Warblers and More on the Yellow Birch Trail, Warren Dunes, Youth Camp Parking Lot, 9a. Beach Clean Up at Rockey Gap, 1-4p. Turtles, Snakes, Toads, and More at Love Creek, 2p. The King of Mars live at Watermark, 7p. O’Brother live at the Getaway, 7p. Meet the Maker Tasting Experience: Bourbon Tasting at Tabor Hill, 1-9p.
Many blessings to all of you this week!
~Sheila