NEWSLETTER the Work of Christ Community ● 4828 South Hagadorn ● East Lansing, MI 48823

. September 2021 WORK OF CHRIST NEWSLETTER The Work of Christ Community ● 4828 South Hagadorn ● East Lansing, MI 48823

COMMUNITY BIRTHDAYS Financial Report (Jerry Munk) 9/1 Mike Karagoulis, Finn Keenan, 9/2 Max Hilker, Prayerful Response (Dave Luginbill) 9/3 Marcia DeWitt, CJ DeFord, 9/4 Clark Ivey, 9/5 Sunday, September 19 Mark Smith, 9/6 Bob Skowronek, 9/7 Caleb Mattson, 4:00 to 5:45 PM Community Gathering (John 9/8 Bob Beard, Xavier Luea, 9/9 Chris Kennedy, 9/10 DeWitt) Judith Durusoy, 9/11 Peter Christopherson, Lynne Talk: Ephesians 1: In Christ (Brendan Murray) Brennan, 9/12 Jeoffrey deSpelder, Dick Schaefer, Special: UCO Collection 9/13 Mitch Kogut, Marty Greathouse, Kaitlin Ludwig, 9/15 Samuel Wakeman, 9/16 Lisa Kogut, Garrett PROTECTING OTHERS AT GATHERINGS: As Covid-19 Shireman, 9/17 Dewey Hou, Faith Yarrington, 9/18 continues to be a concern, let us all work to protect Chuck Hill, Lynne Sage, 9/19 George Repovz, Daniel the health and safety of our brothers and sisters Rabideau, 9/21 Kendra Kennedy, Lori Ludwig, 9/22 when we come together for community gatherings Abigail Ludwig, Dorothy Schaeff, 9/24 Kathy Fitzpat- rick, 9/25 Elaine Feuerstein, 9/26 Jason Hill, Heidi Stoll, 9/28 Billy Fountain, 9/29 Kaitlin Kennedy, Upcoming Events Mary Ludwig, Mike Luea, Peter Luea, Brad Ritter, All events, unless otherwise noted, will take place at Karen Skowronek, 9/30 Gemma Beirlant, Bob Butler, the Work of Christ Community Center Michael Ritter, Benjamin Kogut, 10/1 Susan Doep- 4828 South Hagadorn Road, East Lansing.

ker, Peter Ludwig. 9/11 Men’s Breakfast: 8:30—10:00 AM. Set up &

COMMUNITYANNIVERSARIES take down: Shireman.

9/2/73 Paul & Marcia Dinolfo, 9/29/73 Dan & Kathy 9/12 Covenant Gathering: 4:00—6:00 PM. Pastoral Fitzpatrick. Plan; coordinator installations; Affiliate and Un-

derway Commitments; Community Plant. Set COMMUNITY NEWS up: Karagoulis. Take Down: J. Ludwig.

THANKS FOR THE PRAYERS: The sisters in Marion 9/18 Work of Christ Community Conference: 9:00 Schleusener’s women’s group will be interceding for AM—1:00 PM. Stronger After. Set up: Ong. Take the Work of Christ and our mission and outreach down: AbouChaar. events in September. Thank you, ladies! 9/19 Community Gathering: 4:00—5:45 PM. Talk: WORK OF CHRIST COMMUNITY CONFERENCE: Ephesians Talk #1 (Brendan Murray). UCO Col- Saturday, September 18 lection! Set up: J. Fountain. Take down: M. Stoll. 9:30-11:00 AM Session One Welcome, worship, words. (Dave Luginbill) 9/26 Harvest Picnic: 2:00 PM, Hawk Island Park Talk: Stronger After (James Munk) (see announcement for details). Set up: UCO Report and appeal Schaefer. Take down: Joy. 11:00 – 11:30 AM Break and fellowship 11:30 – 1:00 PM Session Two 10/3 Community Gathering: 4:00—5:45 PM. Talk: Talk: Bulwark With A Purpose (Paul Dinolfo) Ephesians Talk #2 (Dave Luginbill). Set up: Ong. Affiliate and Underway commitments Take down: Brandenburg.

1 and meetings. If you are experiencing Covid-19 WOMEN’S CONFERENCE: Recognizing His Voice symptoms, please do not attend the live gathering. (John 10:3). Our retreat is October 8-10, at (Covid-19 symptoms and how long one should iso- Columbiere Retreat Center in Clarkston. late or quarantine can be found by clicking the links in the e-bulletin) you have been exposed to Covid- COMMUNITY PLANT: As you may remember, 19, please do not attend the live gathering. (What is The Community Building Team of exposure to Covid-19, when and how long should the North American Region of the you isolate or quarantine?: https://hd.ingham.org/ Sword of the Spirit has been work- Portals/HD/Home/Documents/cd/coronavirus/ ing together with University Christian IsolationVQuarantine.pdf). This applies to children Outreach towards planting a new as well. At all live gatherings, we will have a section ecumenical community and UCO where facemasks must be worn. If a member is chapter. Recently, a few important steps have been wearing a facemask, please keep at least 6’ distant taken. The Community Plant Committee (on which from him/her. For those unable to attend the live the Work of Christ was well represented) has se- gathering, there will be an online option. The link for lected a location for this new communi- the online option will be published in the Friday Bul- ty: Lexington, Kentucky. Also, a couple from the letin; it can also be found on the online community Work of Christ have volunteered to move to Lexing- calendar. ton and serve the community plant effort. That couple is Brendan and Sophie Murray. Their decision FALL MEN’S BREAKFAST: has the blessings of their families, small groups, Brothers, come to our fall pastoral leaders, and the coordinators. They will be breakfast on Saturday, Sep- joined by people from other communities with the tember 11, 8:30—10:00 goal of moving to Lexington in the summer of AM. Cost for the best 2022. There is lots more to say about this exciting breakfast and fellowship in town is a measly $5.00; project, and Brendan and Sophie will be telling us $2.50 for students. Along with food and fellowship, all about it at our covenant gathering on Sunday, we will have a short time of prayer and an inspira- September 12. Till then, please keep this new com- tional presentation. Bring guests and/or your 10+ munity, Brendan and Sophie, and their family, in aged sons! your prayers.

HARVEST PICNIC: This year’s Harvest Picnic will be NEW DIRECTORY COMING AND WE NEED YOUR on Sunday, September 26, at 2:00 HELP! It’s time, everyone: if you have moved (and PM., at Hawk Island Park. We have re- your corrected address was never in the news- served Redtail Shelter, which is near a letter) OR if you will be moved in the coming parking lot, and an easy walk to a large months (and know your future address), email the play structure. The picnic will feature receptionist. If your phone number or address is gourmet hot dogs grilled by world- incorrect in the “Hold Tight/Shine Bright” directory class chefs. Beverages and paper goods will be pro- (and it was never printed in the newsletter), email vided. Please bring a side dish to pass. Pumpkin the receptionist. If you are currently in the business painting will be available to the children. There is listing or want to be in the business listing, email or also a sand volleyball court and horseshoe pits available near the shelter. The park has a small lake which is open to licensed fishing and there may be small boats available for rent. Hawk Island Park is at 1601 E. Cavanaugh Rd., Lansing, MI 48910. It has an entry fee of $3.00 for Ingham County residents, and $5.00 for non-residents.

2 call the receptionist to confirm (517-336-8530) or 11/21 Ephesians Talk 5: One Body, Many Parts ([email protected]). Help us make (Peter Giles) sure our directory is accurate! Deadline for updates 12/5 Ephesians Talk 6: Talk the Talk (Alex Kilpatrick) is September 13—take care of this now. 12/12 Ephesians Talk 7: Walk the Walk (Paul Dinolfo) FALL COURSES! Monday evenings, 7:30—9:00 PM. 1/23 Ephesians Talk 8: Family Dynamics (Trent Check below for locations. Ludwig) Marriage Course: At the home of Molly and Alex 2/6 Ephesians Talk 9: The Armor of God (John Kilpatrick (109 Custer Ave, Lansing 48912). Nine ses- DeWitt) sions total. Speakers: Alex & Molly Kilpatrick, Jon & Cristin Luea, Jerry & Jan Munk, and more! First three JOIN INTERCESSORS! If you would like to join your sessions: prayers with many others for people in need, email 9/13 Marriage in God’s Plan (Alex & Molly) Viola Troyer ([email protected]) to be added to 10/4 Communication in Marriage (John & Cristin) the online intercessors list. Our commitment is to 11/1 Order in Marriage and Family (Alex & Molly) pray when we receive the email, and at least one Christian Parenting Course: This course will take other time. The Holy Spirit leads some to pray much place at the home of Trent and Lisa Ludwig (3955 longer for some people and situations. It’s a great Camperdown Drive, Lansing). Members with chil- service that can be done in any circumstance of life. dren who have not yet taken this course have been Anyone wanting to join the Tuesday morning (7:45— invited by email, but any member can take the 8:15) Zoom intercessors, feel free to “drop by” and course--perhaps as a refresher. If you would like to pray with us! The link is in the e-bulletin and on the attend, contact Joyce Richardson (517-336-8530 or WOC calendar on our website. [email protected]). Course Sessions: • October 4: A Common Approach CHILDREN & YOUTH PROGRAMS • November 1: Building Family Life • December 6: Training Children in the Ways of God REPORTING IMPROPER BEHAVIOR: Our Child Pro- • January 3: Working as a Pastoral Team tection Policies (which can be found on the member page of our web site) includes the following: “Child/ UCO COLLECTION: Our annual UCO-MSU collection youth workers should report any improper behavior will be held during our Community Conference Sun- (e.g., violations of our Code of Conduct) to the super- day gathering (September 19). Please come pre- visor in charge of the event or program. Child/youth pared to support our outreach! Thanks so much for workers should immediately report any abuse or sus- your generosity and commitment to mission! pected child abuse to the supervisor in charge of the event or program AND to a member of the Child EPHESIANS SERIES: Over this Protection Committee.” The Work of Christ's Child coming Fall and Winter, we will Protection Committee was created to receive be diving into the book of reports or concerns related to child protection in the Ephesians at our community community. Those reports and concerns can come gatherings. Nine talks will be from team members; they also can come from any presented in the series we are calling Ephesians: member of the community. The current members of Jesus Christ, Head Over All. We encourage members the Child Protection Committee are Paul Dinolfo to read through the book of Ephesians a few times (leader), Cristin Luea, Chris Brandenburg, and in preparation. Sophie Murray. This announcement is simply to 9/19 Ephesians Talk 1: In Christ (Brendan Murray) remind members of the existence, purpose, and 10/3 Ephesians Talk 2: Great Grace (Dave Luginbill) members of this committee. 10/17 Ephesians Talk 3: A New Family (Tom Giles) 11/7 Ephesians Talk 4: Immeasurably More (James Munk)

3 CHILD CARE WILDFLOWERS: Moms—send the month Mary Glomski will send out a schedule when she has and event you are planning to Brandie Post enough slots filled. To volunteer, see the link in the ([email protected] or 303-681- e-bulletin. We need men and teens as well as 8120 ). women. Toddlers are the special need! EXPLORERS: Our next event is October 2; we will NOAH’S ARK likely do archery. Kevin Krause will get information September 12 Theme: God Made Me. Team: Cindy out to everyone. Kogut, Jan Munk. Helpers: Jack Fountain, Evelyn Luea. JUNIOR HIGH GROUPS: 7:30 PM—9:00 PM September 19 Theme: God Made the 9/9 Junior High Girls at WOC Center (Conference World. Team: Judy Skiba, Cristin Luea. room) Helpers: Billy Fountain, Sarah Krause. 9/16 Junior High Boys at WOC Center October 3 Theme: Jesus Heals a Blind Man. Team: 9/23 JH Girls at WOC Alissa Brandenburg, Lisa Ludwig. Helpers: Matthew 9/30 No JH girls or boys Fountain, Abigail Ludwig. CHRISTIAN YOUTH IN ACTION CHILDREN’S GATHERING 9/9 CYA KICK OFF! Overall Theme: “Anchored in Hope” 9/16 Large Group: 7:30—9:00 PM WOC “Hold fast to the hope that lies before 9/23 Large Group: 7:30—9:00 PM WOC us. This we have as an anchor to the soul.” 9/30 CYA Commitments: 7:30—9:00 PM Hebrews 6:18b-19a 10/7 Small Groups: 7:30—9:00 PM Guys at the September 19 and October 3 Theme: Anchored in home of Tom Giles (2300 Tulane Drive, Lansing); the Father's Love girls at Richard & Stephanie Imgrund’s ( 2714 Dari- Scripture: Psalm 33:18 “But the eyes of the Lord are en Drive, Lansing 48912). on those who fear him, on those whose hope is in his unfailing love. “ ANNOUNCEMENTS September 19 Children’s Gathering Boys WITH SYMPATHY: Yvonne Comstock’s mom, Doris Team 1: Peter Kogut, Jacob Stoll Paro, passed away August 9, at the age of 93. She Parent: Chris Fountain; Teen helpers: Osten Bran- leaves her husband Lawrence of 74 years, along with denburg, Nick Comstock five children and spouses, nine grandchildren (plus Checker: Jim Keenan Keith Comstock in heaven), and 20 great grandchil- Emergency Supervisor: Joseph Fountain dren. May the Lord comfort Yvonne and Rick, along Girls Outdoor Activity with Travis, Michelle, Alissa, Chris, and their chil- Team 1: Linda Luea, Molly Fountain dren. Teen Helpers: Katie Comstock, Lily Barr October 3 FURNITURE FOR HOUSE- Children's Gathering Girls HOLD NEEDED! Michael Team 2: Lori Ludwig, Lynne Brennan Roeder is leading a “Young Parent: Lisa Kogut; Teen Helpers: Ava Fountain, Professionals” household this year at 229 Rumsey Hannah Barr Ave. They are in need of some furniture for their Checker: Molly Fountain living/front room, especially a couch (also chairs or Emergency Supervisor: Joseph Fountain recliners and a living room table). If any community Boys Outdoor Activity: members have some furniture you are willing to Team 2: Peter Luea, Patrick Brennan part with to help them, please contact Michael Teen Helpers: Eddie Fountain, Stephen Luea ([email protected] or 301-471-5896)

4 ADDRESS CHANGES: 5pm. Participants may come and go at their own • Gus and Pili AbouChaar: 1701 N. Fairview Ave., convenience during those hours. In case a change of Lansing 48912 venue is necessary due to overflow and you plan on • Alexia Hankin, Cecilia Harvey, Marie DeMarais, coming, please check with Slavka the Thursday be- Elisha Miranda: 3013 Stoneleigh Dr., Lansing fore. (517) 897-0245. 48910 • Mike and Mary Giles: 1433 Jerome St., Lansing FOR SALE: For Sale: 2008 Ford F-150 XL pickup truck 48912 with matching cap, very good condition. $7,200 out- side community, $6,500 to a community member. 4 “UNITY FESTIVAL” (because Kelly doesn’t like tires new 2019 still almost new tread. 121,000 miles “second wedding reception”) Luke and 4.2 Litre V6. Call Rick Sandford (517-281-6501 cell, Kelly Wilcox would like to invite you 517-882-6703 home). to their "Unity Festival." They were married January 2, 2021, and circum- LOOKING TO BUY MINIVAN: Are stances limited the size of the party. you looking to upgrade your They would like to invite you to celebrate their Honda minivan? Rick Sandford is blessings with them on October 2, 2:00—7:00 PM, looking to buy a used (but not too used) Honda Od- at Fitzgerald Park in Grand Ledge (open-house yssey. He would like to find one around 2010-2014, style). Children are welcome; we plan on having with around 130,000 to 140,000 miles in the many activities. Gifts are unnecessary. We have $10,000-$14,000 neighborhood. If you have one or many options to RSVP. Email Kelly: know someone who does, please let Rick know. [email protected], call or text her at 517-388- Thanks! 4452, or fill out the survey we will send in the E- Bulletin. Please RSVP by September 15.

PRAYERS FOR THE UNBORN: Slavka Zabrodsky and her son, Nicholas, have planned a special evening Office Phone: 517-336-8530 and day of prayer for the unborn at the Michigan Jerry Munk: 336-8533; [email protected] House of Prayer (MICHOP) on Friday evening, Sep- Receptionist: [email protected] tember 17, and Saturday, September 18. MICHOP is Fred Christopherson: [email protected] Newsletter: [email protected] located at 322 W. Ottawa St. The prayer room will Bookkeeper: [email protected] be open from 5:00pm until 8:00pm on Friday, the Web: www.workofchrist.com 17th. The hours on Saturday are from noon until