WEEKLY UPDATE FOR JULY 28…
A Note from Pastor Dan…
Everyone,
For the next few weeks, we'll be hearing from John's gospel at our Sunday worship, specifically Chapter 6. The chapter starts out with Jesus feeding 5,000 people from just a few loaves and fishes that a young boy shared. But this story is the launching point for Jesus' teaching that he is "the living bread that came down from heaven." Given the importance of communion to us as Disciples of Christ, it seems like it would be good to spend some time reflecting on this image of Jesus as the Bread of Life, starting with where Jesus started... providing physical food to others. So, between now and the end of August, we'll be doing a food drive for Mosaic's food pantry in Benton Harbor. See below for more details. Just as Jesus made sure everyone, especially those who are struggling, had enough to eat, so must we as his followers. I hope you'll join in and contribute!
Peace in Christ,
Pastor Dan
As always, please feel free to contact me if you ever want to talk... [email protected] or 269-588-1163.
SUNDAY, JULY 28
SCRIPTURE John 6:1-21
SERMON Faith as Abundance –
“There is a boy here who has five barley loaves and two fish. But what are they among so many people.” – John 6:9
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST JULY 28: Frank Alsup
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST AUGUST 4: Kay Schultz
NEED TO KNOW: Office Hours Next Week: T/Th, 8:30-10:30am
The AUGUST newsletter is available on the BLACK CART at church, or view it on the website: www.riverviewparkchristianchurch.com. The July/ August 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.
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!
PRAYERS FOR HEALTH:
OUR CHURCH FAMILY—Chris A., Glenn C., Randee S., Kay S, and Ken S.
PRAYERS FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY:
PRAYERS OF THANKS FOR:
Here's the list of items that Mosaic could use:
WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND TOWN THIS WEEKEND!
Friday, July 26: WYSIWYG live at Watermark Brewing, 7p. Friday night concert series at the Howard Bandshell, 7p. Friday night live music series at Lemon Creek Winery, 5-8p.
Saturday, July 27: St. Joe Farmers’ Market, 9a-4p. Peter and The Wolf, SoWest MI Symphony Orchestra, 2p, Shadowland Pavilion. 18th Annual Art, Wine, and Music Festival at Domain Berrien Cellars, 11a-7p. Gregg & Tracy live at 12 Corners Vineyards, 3p. Blues, Brews & BBQ with Cotton Gin Smokers live at Round Barn Brewery & Public House, 5p. Gene Butler Jazz at Golden Muse Winery, Baroda, 5-8p. Resurrection Blues Band live at Ryebelle’s Rooftop, 6-9p. Dov Revolver live at Silver Harbor Brewing Company, 7-10p. Reunion-The Vickie Page Band, live at The Sandbar, 7-10p. Katmandu live at Niles Riverfront Amphitheater, 7-10p. Sypian Family Band live at Watermark, 7p. Chicago Jazz Singer Elaine Dame and Guitarist Andy Brown, Box Factory for the Arts, 7p.
Sunday, July 28: Annual Vintage Blues Bash, music 12-7p, food trucks, Lemon Creek Winery. Don Field live at Vineyard 2121, 2p. Aaron Jame Wright live at Free Run Cellars, 2:30-5:30p. Rock n roll music, Baroda Music in the Village Park, 6-8p.
DAILY DEVOTIONAL from BE STILL AND KNOW
PEACE AND QUIET
“The work of righteousness will be peace and the effect of righteousness, quietness and assurance forever.”
-Isaiah 32:17
Peace and quiet. Just saying those words together can bring comfort. It can also bring despair, if they seem out of reach. How, oh how can we claim them?
Through righteousness comes peace, quietness, and assurance. Forever. It’s a big word, righteousness, and one you may have shied away from. If so, lean in. Righteousness is not an unattainable ideal of perfection or superiority. It’s about putting God first and living in a way that honors him. In exchange for your honor, he offers the peace and quiet you long for.
PRAYER: Lord, I want to live a righteous life. Not just for the peace you offer in return, or the quiet assurance of your love for me, but because you are God, wholly deserving of my honor and devotion. Amen.
Many blessings to all of you this week!
A Note from Pastor Dan…
Everyone,
For the next few weeks, we'll be hearing from John's gospel at our Sunday worship, specifically Chapter 6. The chapter starts out with Jesus feeding 5,000 people from just a few loaves and fishes that a young boy shared. But this story is the launching point for Jesus' teaching that he is "the living bread that came down from heaven." Given the importance of communion to us as Disciples of Christ, it seems like it would be good to spend some time reflecting on this image of Jesus as the Bread of Life, starting with where Jesus started... providing physical food to others. So, between now and the end of August, we'll be doing a food drive for Mosaic's food pantry in Benton Harbor. See below for more details. Just as Jesus made sure everyone, especially those who are struggling, had enough to eat, so must we as his followers. I hope you'll join in and contribute!
Peace in Christ,
Pastor Dan
As always, please feel free to contact me if you ever want to talk... [email protected] or 269-588-1163.
SUNDAY, JULY 28
SCRIPTURE John 6:1-21
SERMON Faith as Abundance –
“There is a boy here who has five barley loaves and two fish. But what are they among so many people.” – John 6:9
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST JULY 28: Frank Alsup
FELLOWSHIP HOUR HOST AUGUST 4: Kay Schultz
NEED TO KNOW: Office Hours Next Week: T/Th, 8:30-10:30am
The AUGUST newsletter is available on the BLACK CART at church, or view it on the website: www.riverviewparkchristianchurch.com. The July/ August 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.
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!
PRAYERS FOR HEALTH:
OUR CHURCH FAMILY—Chris A., Glenn C., Randee S., Kay S, and Ken S.
PRAYERS FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY:
- Chris A.’s daughter, Jackie, as she continues to battle cancer.
- Fred W., June S.’s brother.
- Tom’s friend, Abe, who has liver disease.
- For the mother of a co-worker of Tom Brady, who has leukemia and dementia.
- Sheila and Dave’s friend Scott, who has cancer.
PRAYERS OF THANKS FOR:
- Eric getting a chance to talk with Hunter on the phone, and Hunter doing a "bucket list" hike.
- Good test results for Ken at Mayo.
- The celebration of life that was held for Jim's Uncle and his family in Alabama.
- Safe travels for Jim and his entire family.
- Dale's brother going home from the hospital after his cancer surgery.
- June's brother doing well.
- Peggy, as Tuesday was Peggy and Frank's wedding anniversary.
- Kathy Lange, as this Thursday is her birthday.
- Pray for the healing of divisions in our country.
Here's the list of items that Mosaic could use:
- Soups
- Canned fruit
- Pasta and sauce
- Breakfast cereal
- Crackers
- Canned vegetables
- Canned chili
- Rice (including flavored rice)
- Boxed potatoes
- Gluten free foods, like pasta
WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND TOWN THIS WEEKEND!
Friday, July 26: WYSIWYG live at Watermark Brewing, 7p. Friday night concert series at the Howard Bandshell, 7p. Friday night live music series at Lemon Creek Winery, 5-8p.
Saturday, July 27: St. Joe Farmers’ Market, 9a-4p. Peter and The Wolf, SoWest MI Symphony Orchestra, 2p, Shadowland Pavilion. 18th Annual Art, Wine, and Music Festival at Domain Berrien Cellars, 11a-7p. Gregg & Tracy live at 12 Corners Vineyards, 3p. Blues, Brews & BBQ with Cotton Gin Smokers live at Round Barn Brewery & Public House, 5p. Gene Butler Jazz at Golden Muse Winery, Baroda, 5-8p. Resurrection Blues Band live at Ryebelle’s Rooftop, 6-9p. Dov Revolver live at Silver Harbor Brewing Company, 7-10p. Reunion-The Vickie Page Band, live at The Sandbar, 7-10p. Katmandu live at Niles Riverfront Amphitheater, 7-10p. Sypian Family Band live at Watermark, 7p. Chicago Jazz Singer Elaine Dame and Guitarist Andy Brown, Box Factory for the Arts, 7p.
Sunday, July 28: Annual Vintage Blues Bash, music 12-7p, food trucks, Lemon Creek Winery. Don Field live at Vineyard 2121, 2p. Aaron Jame Wright live at Free Run Cellars, 2:30-5:30p. Rock n roll music, Baroda Music in the Village Park, 6-8p.
DAILY DEVOTIONAL from BE STILL AND KNOW
PEACE AND QUIET
“The work of righteousness will be peace and the effect of righteousness, quietness and assurance forever.”
-Isaiah 32:17
Peace and quiet. Just saying those words together can bring comfort. It can also bring despair, if they seem out of reach. How, oh how can we claim them?
Through righteousness comes peace, quietness, and assurance. Forever. It’s a big word, righteousness, and one you may have shied away from. If so, lean in. Righteousness is not an unattainable ideal of perfection or superiority. It’s about putting God first and living in a way that honors him. In exchange for your honor, he offers the peace and quiet you long for.
PRAYER: Lord, I want to live a righteous life. Not just for the peace you offer in return, or the quiet assurance of your love for me, but because you are God, wholly deserving of my honor and devotion. Amen.
Many blessings to all of you this week!