Happy Wednesday! Hope everyone is having a good week and is enjoying the cooling weather.
Construction on the entrance is progressing
The Property Team and the Dan Hoeksema crew is making great progress on the entrance. Framing of the roof is nearly complete and final exterior material decisions are being made. The left three doors remain useable but the north entrance is a good option if you don’t need the elevator.
Satisfy your Fall hankerin’ with the Jordan Valley Hike
The men’s overnight hike in Northern Michigan approaches (October 18-19)! We currently have 5 confirmed hikers. There is still time to sign up if you’re interested, but the sooner the better so we can plan transportation and shared equipment. The drive is about 3.5 hours (between TC and Petoskey). The hike is around 18 miles round trip, split over two days. We “car camp” at a group campsite, so you only need to walk with your water and lunches. It is a moderate to strenuous hike, but you can choose to just hike one day or even stay at the camp. We leave 6:00 AM Friday, returning early evening Saturday. Sign up here or contact Kyle.
Kidz Kamp Trick or Treat October 23, 2024
Join us for a family friendly “Trick or Treat” event at church for Kidz Kamp on October 23, 2024. Bring some candies or goodies to pass out for the kids and siblings. There will be some games and a fire truck!
Highlights
- Communion will be observed this Sunday, October 6, 2024.
- Family Fun at First is tonight 6-8 PM. Dinner is a baked potato bar and a representative from one of our missions will be sharing.
- Online giving is available in the Church Center app or http://www.frcportage.churchcenter.com/giving.
- We still have roles to fill for Bethlehem Journey. Please contact Kyle if you want to be a part of the greatest Christmas reenactment since the Renaissance.
- The Youth Groups had “Reading Parties” this past Sunday. This is where they just gather to read as much of the book they are about to study as possible. The High Schoolers hung out at the parsonage and read 10 chapters of Ezekiel while eating donuts and grilled PB&J.
Cheering Section
- 10/5 all day: Isaac Fletcher Band Competition at Hastings High School
- 10/5 at 11:30 AM: Jacinda Fletcher Cross Country at Portage West Middle School
- 10/5 at 12:00 PM: Henry Guy Rocket Football at Vicksburg Middle School
- 10/5 at 4:30 AM: Jacinda Fletcher Cross Country at Portage West Middle School
Prayer
- John Smith who fell back into AFib. Pray for a quick appointment for the procedure to return his heart to proper rhythm.
- Alyssa Pfeifer (Kirby) got in to the doctor and discovered some issues requiring additional testing. Please pray for quick scheduling and for one clear diagnosis for her several symptoms.
- Praise for a strong start to the Basics Class: Hearing. 6 participants attended and had a great first session.
- Darlene Kuiper as she and her family mourn the loss of her brother Chuck.
