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We are never more like Jesus then when we serve others.
"Leading Others to Christ"
A.N.G.E.L., (one of the 5 Purposes of a Christian and a Church)
A.N.G.E.L., (one of the 5 Purposes of a Christian and a Church)
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20,000 pieces of silverware was wrapped for the
Franklin Avenue Mission by our St. Michael's Members.
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250 bottles of laundry soap was purchase with a Thrivent card for the
Franklin Avenue Mission.
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193 "loaded" backpacks were disturbed to the kids at the
Franklin Avenue Mission from preschool through high school.
A little about ourselves
Outreach is the work we do as the church gathered. It is our collective effort through ministries, services, events and other activities as the church through which we invite and include others into Word and Sacrament ministry.
Just as individual believers are where they are in life to be witnesses of Jesus, congregations exist where they do in order to gather the people of their communities into Word and Sacrament ministry.
Outreach relies on the witness of individual believers and on the collective efforts of the congregation's members. It is conducted through activities that connect the congregation with those outside of the church, that facilitate building relationships with them, and that lead to making disciples through Word and Sacrament.
Outreach takes many forms in order to adapt to the context of the congregation and the surrounding community, but it ultimately leads to the same Means of Grace through which the Holy Spirit works faith when and where He wills.
Outreach relies on the witness of individual believers and on the collective efforts of the congregation's members. It is conducted through activities that connect the congregation with those outside of the church, that facilitate building relationships with them, and that lead to making disciples through Word and Sacrament.
Outreach takes many forms in order to adapt to the context of the congregation and the surrounding community, but it ultimately leads to the same Means of Grace through which the Holy Spirit works faith when and where He wills.
The Easter Bucket Challenge
You’ve heard of the “Ice Bucket Challenge”? Well, St. Michael in Richville decided to do a different version. In keeping with the seasons of Lent and Easter, members were asked to consider filling a bucket with cleaning supplies rather than filling a basket with Easter candy. During Lent we meditate on our Lord’s suffering for our sins and cleansing our souls. Easter brings the promise of salvation and Jesus having paid the debt for us. Our robes are made white with His blood.
Headed by Pam Mossner, Connie Mossner , Julie Rupprecht James and the Board of Outreach, the “Easter Bucket Challenge” utilized 5 gallon buckets. These were supplied to members and they were encouraged to take them and fill them with cleaning supplies to be given to the patrons at the Franklin Avenue Mission in Flint.110 buckets came back with cleansers, polish, brooms, mops, sponges, brushes, garbage bags and other items that people could use to do some spring cleaning at their home. We pray that having a clean home will also lift their spirits and give them a better feeling about themselves.
You’ve heard of the “Ice Bucket Challenge”? Well, St. Michael in Richville decided to do a different version. In keeping with the seasons of Lent and Easter, members were asked to consider filling a bucket with cleaning supplies rather than filling a basket with Easter candy. During Lent we meditate on our Lord’s suffering for our sins and cleansing our souls. Easter brings the promise of salvation and Jesus having paid the debt for us. Our robes are made white with His blood.
Headed by Pam Mossner, Connie Mossner , Julie Rupprecht James and the Board of Outreach, the “Easter Bucket Challenge” utilized 5 gallon buckets. These were supplied to members and they were encouraged to take them and fill them with cleaning supplies to be given to the patrons at the Franklin Avenue Mission in Flint.110 buckets came back with cleansers, polish, brooms, mops, sponges, brushes, garbage bags and other items that people could use to do some spring cleaning at their home. We pray that having a clean home will also lift their spirits and give them a better feeling about themselves.
Welcome New Members
Our Outreach Team welcome new members to
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Tonight's Outreach Team finished our blessing bags to be handed out.
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Our Outreach Team was representing ST. Michael's Passion Drama at Living Nativity
December 2, 3, & 4, 2016.
Arlene Casselman from the Franklin Avenue Mission and Connie Mossner from St. Michael's Outreach Team. Connie Mossner and Sandy Rodammmer coordinated the the bath towel and wash cloth donation, so every child would have one for Christmas.
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ranklin Avnue Mission
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Pastor Yops and Pam Mossner. St. Michael's Outreach Team donated coloring books to the Franklin Avenue Mission. Pastor Yops said it was a great outreach tool and would like us to ordered more.
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Much thanks to all who participated in helping at the Franklin Ave Mission this last week. It was a pleasure for the “missionaries” of St. Michael’s to be working along side the “missionaries” of St. Lorenz. A special thank you to Norm's of Richville, and the Bavarian Inn for providing the delicious meal on Tuesday. This was very special for the neighbors of FAM and they enjoyed it immensely.
For those of you who have had a positive experience serving the folks at FAM, we ask that you tell others about your experience. Spread the word about the great needs at the mission and how God can use us, His people, in caring for our poor neighbors in Flint.
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:13-16
For those of you who have had a positive experience serving the folks at FAM, we ask that you tell others about your experience. Spread the word about the great needs at the mission and how God can use us, His people, in caring for our poor neighbors in Flint.
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:13-16
 New sign in front of St. Michael's Lutheran Church.
MEET OUR OUTREACH TEAM Chair: Pam Mossner Secretary: Cindy Howell Treasurer: Connie Mossner Elaine Keinath, Don Bierlein, Judy Janson, Marilyn Knoll, Dorothy Schlicht,Tom Hess, Pastor Gillaspie, Madison Mossner Whitney Buchinger, Karli Bierlein Julie James Bylaws
. BOARD OF OUTREACH The Board of Outreach shall consist of an elected chairman (4 year term) and, but not limited to, six to eight additional members which the chairman shall appoint for terms of two years, renewable by mutual consent. The chairman shall report the names of the board members for each year at the January/February Voter’s meeting. The work of this board is to develop and implement programs to help members find appropriate and meaningful ways to share their faith with others and lead others to Jesus. This board is responsible to see that some of our members receive greater training in evangelism. They are to see that visitors to our church, new members in our community, and other unchurched people are called or visited in a timely manner. This board will help promote this congregation and its Gospel message to the community through special events such as the parade floats, fair booths, tract racks, etc. The Board shall support and assist the Passion Drama Committee. The Board is responsible to evaluate and promote special mission trips or projects to the congregation. They are to coordinate activities and efforts with the circuit, district and synodical evangelism directors. This board is to work to integrate new members into the life of the congregation for approximately a year, help them feel welcome, and involve them in the activities and ministries of this congregation. They will sponsor the “New Member Welcome” each year. The chairman shall submit an annual budget for all operations and planned activities for the coming year. |
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