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This year Cyrus has already helped me prepare the soil and plant the seeds, and now we look forward to the daily watering and weeding, eventually seeing vegetables like beans, tomatoes, cucumbers,

1 Saranac Community Church June Newsletter 2015 SUMMER GARDENING One of the activities that I am looking forward to this summer is gardening, mainly because it is something I have done with my son for the past two summers. This year Cyrus has already helped me prepare the soil and plant the seeds, and now we look forward to the daily watering and weeding, eventually seeing vegetables like beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions spout from the earth. I am grateful for this activity with my son, mainly because I think of the many lessons that gardening can gradually instill into his growing mind: responsibility, work ethic, creation care, basic science principles...not to mention making loads of dirty clothes for mommy to wash! However, as I thought about it this past week, I see gardening as an image for what the Christian Formation program at SCC tries to do as we teach God s Word and attempt to nurture all members of all ages to grow in faith and holiness. I think of the process of gardening, and I came up with some important comparisons. Preparing the soil is the Christian Formation that we do for our younger children in nursery and elementary school. By showing them that church is a safe place to be; by providing them with committed teachers who love them; and by familiarizing them with basic Bible stories and teachings about Jesus, we are softening their hearts and preparing their minds to receive the Gospel message and the Christian faith. As any gardener will tell you, seeds will grow well only if the soil has been well-prepared. Planting the seeds is the Christian Formation that we do for our Confirmands and Senior High Youth. In this age grouping, we encourage them to receive the seeds of faith for themselves. These teens are challenged to develop a firsthand faith, instead of merely assuming their parents faith. Activities like youth group, summer camp, and CHIC can be powerful places for them to accept Christ as their Lord and Savior, and to have that seed begin to germinate in their lives. Watering and weeding is the Christian Formation that we do for adults of all ages in Sunday school and small groups. Many people think that once the seed of faith is planted, that s all we need. Unfortunately, the truth is that the seed of Christian faith needs to be nurtured and watered, or it will not bear fruit in our lives. Also, we must constantly look for weeds we must hold each other accountable and look for things in life that might stunt our growth or keep us from bearing fruit. If we are going to be faithful Christians, I think that we should look at our faith formation like gardening, and we need to be very diligent about following all of these steps. This is why the ministry of Christian Formation is so important, and why we should be absolutely committed to seeing it thrive here! Continued on pg. 2

Summer Gardening continued I know that it is now summer break and we tend to take a Sabbath from Sunday school and other forms of Christian Formation.

Please join Pastor Becky, the Christian Formation Commission, and me in praying that a vibrant ministry of learning and growing will continue here, and that Jesus will truly bring forth a harvest of

2 Summer Gardening continued I know that it is now summer break and we tend to take a Sabbath from Sunday school and other forms of Christian Formation. That s ok, but let s not forget how important it is for our lives as individuals and as a community of faith! Please join Pastor Becky, the Christian Formation Commission, and me in praying that a vibrant ministry of learning and growing will continue here, and that Jesus will truly bring forth a harvest of faithfulness and fruitfulness in our lives! Together, let us grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! (2 Peter 3:18) Have a great summer! Pastor Jeff OUR GOD-GIVEN MISSION TOGETHER OUR GOD-GIVEN MISSION TOGETHER We are committed to being a fellowship of believers in Jesus Christ who glorify our Triune God and practice positive Christian living by growing in God s Word, caring for each other, and reaching out with God s love by responding to the physical and spiritual needs of others. What a blessing it is to be Saved by Christ, Connected by Love, and Called to Care! Let s give thanks to God for the wonderful opportunities for Seeking, Connecting and Caring which have happened here in May. Let s embrace our God-given identity & mission together! SEEKING CHRIST AND GROWING IN GOD S WORD May 17 Christian Formation Sunday & New Members Welcomed It was a great day as we celebrated Christian Formation! Thank you to all of our Sunday School Volunteers! We also welcomed 11 New Members!

Welcome to our New Members BRADFORD AND DALE EDWARDS: Dale grew up in Stonington, Michigan, and moved to Saranac in 2003. She enjoys sewing, crochet, embroidering, puzzles and reading.

MIKE AND ANGEL HARRISON-HAEFNER: Mike and Angel live in Greenville. Mike enjoys movies, sports and reading. Rev.

5:16. Angel grew up in New Jersey and moved to Michigan in 2002.

GERALD AND RUTH PATTON: Jerry and Ruth were previous members of SCC, and are returning after living in the Reed City area.

3 Welcome to our New Members BRADFORD AND DALE EDWARDS: Dale grew up in Stonington, Michigan, and moved to Saranac in She enjoys sewing, crochet, embroidering, puzzles and reading. Bradford was born in Ohio and moved here in 2003 with Dale. He enjoys reading and woodworking. They are both looking forward to studying and sharing God s word. REV. MIKE AND ANGEL HARRISON-HAEFNER: Mike and Angel live in Greenville. Mike enjoys movies, sports and reading. Rev. Mike is ordained in the ECC, works as a hospice chaplain, and he has blessed our congregation as a guest preacher. His son Aaron is 10 years old. His favorite verses are Philippians 4:13 and Matt. 5:16. Angel grew up in New Jersey and moved to Michigan in She enjoys reading, crocheting and designing clothing accessories, community outreach, and professional business affiliations/organizations. Her daughter Loissa is in college. GERALD AND RUTH PATTON: Jerry and Ruth were previous members of SCC, and are returning after living in the Reed City area. Jerry enjoys fishing, and is looking forward to getting involved with the communion and usher ministries. His favorite verse is to know the truth and the truth will set you free. Ruth enjoys reading, and is willing to help wherever needed. Her favorite Bible stories are Abraham and Noah, because they were both blindly obedient to God s will. MARGI BAKER: Margi grew up in the Alto/Lowell area and has lived in Saranac since June of Margi enjoys doing crafts and caring for people in need in our community, especially the elderly. Margi grew up in the Catholic Church and came to SCC because of her fiancé Jeff Farr who passed away on Feb. 5, Her favorite verses are 1 Cor. 13:4 and John 3: HEATHER, AUTUMN, AND CASEY FRENCH: Heather, her husband Neil, and their children have lived in Clarksville for the last three years, moving there from Lowell. Heather enjoys taking pictures, cooking and spending time with her family. Her favorite Bible verse is Corinthians 13: 4-8. Autumn enjoys playing the piano, photography, running track and music. Her favorite verse is 1 Corinthians 16:14. Casey enjoys playing football, baseball and music. His favorite verse is Jeremiah 29:11. The French family also came to SCC because of Jeff Farr. TERRI MCCREADY: Terri and her husband James live in Lowell. They have 2 children. Terri enjoys crafts and music. While she has always had a relationship with God, she is excited about growing in her faith in Christ. She also came to church because of Jeff Farr. Page 3

YOUTH GROUP ACTIVITIES Summer, 2015 This summer's youth group will feature four major activities for both Junior and Senior High Youth, and CHIC 2015 in July for Senior High Youth.

If you are interested in meeting with Pastor Jeff, please feel free to e-mail him (pastorjeff@saranacchurch.org) or call (616-902-5510).

4 YOUTH GROUP ACTIVITIES Summer, 2015 This summer's youth group will feature four major activities for both Junior and Senior High Youth, and CHIC 2015 in July for Senior High Youth. In addition to these, Pastor Jeff wants to take more personal time to connect with individuals or groups of youth, either at the church, at their homes, or even at a coffee shop or over lunch. If you are interested in meeting with Pastor Jeff, please feel free to him (pastorjeff@saranacchurch.org) or call ( ). JUNE 14 - "MEAL AND MORE" Both Junior and Senior High youth are invited to join Pastor Jeff from 4:00-6:00 pm for dinner, some light games, and a Bible discussion. Pastor Jeff is going to share his vision for youth group for the coming year. JUNE 28 - TWO IMPORTANT EVENTS: CHIC MEETING: This will happen immediately after church, and must be attended by all Senior High youth participating in CHIC CRAIG'S CRUISERS: We will meet at church at 4:00 pm. Cost per youth will be only $5.00, and this will include four activities and the dinner buffet. The rest of the cost will be paid for out of our June sub sale. Adult drivers/chaperones needed! JULY CHIC 2015 It's finally here! 16 youth and 5 adults will be heading to the University of Tennessee for a high-octane week of worship, Christ-centered teaching, fellowship, and fun! Truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience! IN AUGUST: * SCC Golf Outing (for the Scholarship Fund). August 16. * Bonfire and "Capture the Flag" at the Fristmas. Dates and details TBA. * Tubing/Canoeing at the Lósers. August 23. Times TBA Page 4

CONNECTING BY LOVE FOR GOD AND EACH OTHER April 24-25 Great Lakes Conference Annual Meeting Once again this was a meaningful time of worship, leadership and fellowship!

May 3 Fellowship Night About 45 people of all ages gathered for a great night of food, fun & fellowship! Thanks to the Christian Formation Commission for coordinating this event!

High, June 21-27: Boy Scout Camp, June 21-27: Zach and Reese Vatter, Kai Hawkins, Troop 71 Zach will be working as a counselor at Gerber Scout Camp this summer Troop going to Mackinac Island in July

5 CONNECTING BY LOVE FOR GOD AND EACH OTHER April Great Lakes Conference Annual Meeting Once again this was a meaningful time of worship, leadership and fellowship! Thanks to Marcia & Culver and Virgil Biggs who served as our representatives and shared some about their experiences during worship on 4/16 & 5/3 too. May 3 Fellowship Night About 45 people of all ages gathered for a great night of food, fun & fellowship! Thanks to the Christian Formation Commission for coordinating this event! Pray for our Summer Campers: Portage Lake Bible Camp Sr. High, June 21-27: Boy Scout Camp, June 21-27: Zach and Reese Vatter, Kai Hawkins, Troop 71 Zach will be working as a counselor at Gerber Scout Camp this summer Troop going to Mackinac Island in July for Honor Guard Christian Horizons Camp: Bethany Steele, Jules Hawkins - workers Portage Lake Bible Camp Jr. High, July 19-25: Portage Lake Bible Camp Jr. High, August 2-8: Logan Gillette, Kai Hawkins, Layna McElvain, Abby Miller, Derek Jorgensen, Lauren Desjardens If you haven t given us your child s information, please do so ASAP Please be in prayer for our CHIC 2015 attendees: Adult Chaperones Kristen Fritsma Jeff Kahl Steve LaWarre Cathy Merrifield Ginger Roberts Deb Tribbett (Dorm Supervisor for the Great Lakes Conference) Youth Attendees Joel Fritsma Sydney Gage Luke Gillette Audra Hawkins Nathan LaWarre Sydney LaWarre Eli Littlejohn Becca Lóser Connor McElvain Kelsey Merrifield Patrick Miller Alexis Phillips MacKenzie Roberts Jessie Tribbett Tyler Tribbett Delaney Washburn These students and chaperones will depart from Saranac late in the evening on Saturday, June 11, and will return in the evening on Friday, June 17. Page 5

Blessings to our Saranac Community Church graduates!

She is working part time at the Saranac Ice Cream Shop.

Nathan Steven LaWarre Nathan graduated from Saranac High School and will pursue his education at Western Michigan

Nathan graduated Salutatorian of his class.

Victoria Reis Victoria, the Loser's exchange daughter from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, was presented with an American

6 Blessings to our Saranac Community Church graduates! Sydney Gage Sydney graduated from Saranac High School and will be attending Montcalm Community College in the Fall. She is working part time at the Saranac Ice Cream Shop. Sydney participated in drama, cheerleading, golf, basketball and softball. Nathan Steven LaWarre Nathan graduated from Saranac High School and will pursue his education at Western Michigan University in the Honor's college of Engineering, type of engineering undecided. Nathan graduated Salutatorian of his class. He received many academic and athletic awards during his four years of High School. Victoria Reis Victoria, the Loser's exchange daughter from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, was presented with an American flag during Belding High School's graduation on May 21st. Victoria is a senior and is planning to attend public college in Brazil this December to study biology. BreAnna Shattuck Page 6 BreAnna is graduating from Ionia High School and is currently working at McDonald's. She is planning on getting a CNA License and working as a Certified Nursing Assistant while going to Montcalm College for a Dental Assistant Degree.

CARING FOR OUR WORLD WITH COMPASSION Boy Scouts Update: On May 16 an Eagle Scout Ceremony was held for Colten Trumbull, David Brooks and Levi Jackson.

This year we will not be having VBS at SCC due to the construction. Here are some other churches in Saranac that your kids may want to visit for VBS.

Take a bottle and fill with change, check or currency, and return to the office no later than June 21. Thank you! Have you missed a Sermon due to vacation? Sermons are available on our website.

7 CARING FOR OUR WORLD WITH COMPASSION Boy Scouts Update: On May 16 an Eagle Scout Ceremony was held for Colten Trumbull, David Brooks and Levi Jackson. On May 24 th the Scouts once again helped us to lead worship, and served breakfast for our congregation. May God continue to bless this partnership! This year we will not be having VBS at SCC due to the construction. Here are some other churches in Saranac that your kids may want to visit for VBS. Galilee Baptist: June 7-11, 5:45pm-8:05pm, go early to register on the 7th - grades K-5 We will let you know of more as we get the information. Baby Bottle Campaign for Pregnancy Services in Ionia. Take a bottle and fill with change, check or currency, and return to the office no later than June 21. Thank you! Have you missed a Sermon due to vacation? Sermons are available on our website. bulletins and newsletters too SCC s Prayer Chain If you would like to be added to our prayer chain, please call the church office at As prayer requests come into the church, you will receive an automated recorded message from the church office. If you would prefer to receive prayer requests via , please Kathy at churchoffice@saranacchurch.org and request the prayer chain via . My name is Alex Smith. I am a first-year MDiv student at North Park Theological Seminary, and I m originally from Mount Vernon, NY. I plan to pursue a career in pastoral ministry upon graduation. My heart is full of gratitude for your support of my education. Your support has helped make the incredible training I am receiving affordable. Thank you again for your generosity. Alex Smith, Jr. Page 7

SANKOFA JOURNEY CHICAGO, IL (May 26, 2015) Registration is open for the next Sankofa journey, which will take place July 30 through August 2, 2015.

8 SANKOFA JOURNEY CHICAGO, IL (May 26, 2015) Registration is open for the next Sankofa journey, which will take place July 30 through August 2, Sankofa is a West African word meaning looking backward to move forward. During the four-day bus journey, participants are paired with someone of another race as they travel through historic sites of importance to the civil rights movement. Sites visited include the 16 th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, where four girls were killed and 22 other people were injured when Ku Klux Klan members bombed the church; the Edmund Pettus Bridge and National Voting Rights Museum & Institute in Selma, Alabama, and the Spencer Perkins Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Cost is $425 for participants from ECC congregations and $525 from non-covenant churches. Visit the Sankofa website to register online or download a registration form. For more information, Chrissy Palmerlee or call (773) and ask to speak with her. Page 8

9 CHURCH GOLF OUTING AUGUST 16! We are Teeing it Up again on Sunday, August 16 at 3:00 pm at Morrison Lake Country Club. Yes, please mark your calendars as Saranac Community Church looks forward to another golf outing this summer to provide scholarship funds to send youth, adults and people of all ages to church camps, retreats and other spiritual development purposes. The Stewardship and Christian Formation Commissions are planning the FUN, FRIENDS AND FUND RAISER event that will feature a 9-hole, 4-person scramble format for men and women (and youth, too!) followed by dinner in the clubhouse. Total cost per participant, including golf cart and food is $50. If you are not a golfer, there are several ways that you can support this ministry of providing much needed funds to those hoping to attend Christian Camps or to further their spiritual walks through other discipleship opportunities --- *you can PRAY for God s blessing upon this special day; * you can be a HOLE SPONSOR ($50); *you can MAKE A DONATION; * you can JOIN US FOR DINNER; * or you CAN HELP AT THE REGISTRATION TABLE. Also and very importantly, we are encouraging church members to invite others outside of Saranac Community Church to join them to complete their foursomes. So gather up your golf clubs, mark off Sunday, August 16 on your calendars and start putting your 4-somes together! It s always a great day of Christian fellowship for a special to God be all the glory cause of enabling young, old and in between to discover perhaps for the first time our Lord and Savior Jesus or to get to know Him even better. Saranac Community Church Chip In Fore Scholarships Golf Outing Registration August 16, 3:00pm Morrison Lake Country Club Please Mark Your Calendars! Yes, I will take part in this year's Church Golf Outing... Praying for this special day (Priceless) Being a hole sponsor ($50.00 per hole) Helping at registration or on the course **It would be a huge help if you were to do a combination of these!** My Foursome: 1. Playing in the Golf Outing ($50.00 per player) Making a donation Joining just for dinner & fellowship Name Phone Street City Zip If you have any questions please contact Julie Gage at Make checks payable to Saranac Community Church Please put registrations with payment into the offering plate or mail to: Saranac Community Church Attn: Church Golf Outing, P.O. Box 47, Saranac MI Page 9

Are you giving any GIFT CARDS as gifts this year?? If you would like to place an online order, visit www.shopwithscrip.com. Information is also available at the Welcome Center in the back of church.

Many retailers offer reloadable cards which may be refilled at any time regardless of when our monthly order deadline occurs.

"ScripNow" cards, which now include Walmart, may also be printed up almost instantly on your home computer.

If you haven t registered your family for online ordering, visit www.shopwithscrip.com and select Saranac Community Church with the enrollment code of C632F5C52395L.

If you have any questions on how this program works please contact Mark Fritsma (MarkF@wowway.com). Informational and instructional videos are also available on YouTube at www.youtube.com/glscrip.

10 Are you giving any GIFT CARDS as gifts this year?? If you would like to place an online order, visit Information is also available at the Welcome Center in the back of church. Due date for our next order is Sunday, June 14th, which will be available Thursday, June 18th. You may wait and pick them up at church on the following Sunday if you prefer. Many retailers offer reloadable cards which may be refilled at any time regardless of when our monthly order deadline occurs. Reloading your grocery and gas cards throughout the month really makes contributions to the scholarship fund add up quickly. "ScripNow" cards, which now include Walmart, may also be printed up almost instantly on your home computer. Scrip offers a selection of over 700 gift cards to popular stores and services including Meijer and Speedway. You may apply your rebate to Portage Lake Covenant Bible Camp. If you haven t registered your family for online ordering, visit and select Saranac Community Church with the enrollment code of C632F5C52395L. It is very easy to do this and your order is automatically sent to our church scrip coordinator. You can bring your payment to church or pay online for a small 15 fee. If you have any questions on how this program works please contact Mark Fritsma (MarkF@wowway.com). Informational and instructional videos are also available on YouTube at Please consider registering for scrip even if you do not plan to order anything this month. Next scrip order due date is July 19th. Thank-you. Foundations to Freedom Stewardship Update Tithes & Offerings May /03/15 $ /10/15 $ /17/15 $ /24/15 $ YTD Received $100, YTD Need $124, FREE financial counseling, focusing on two main priorities; 1. Developing a cash flow plan (budget) 2. Eliminating personal debt Please contact Julie jkgage184@gmail.com or Where: Highlands Golf Course Grand Rapids Time: 8:00am Cost: Donation of $150 For Camper Scholarships See postcards in the Narthex for more information Page 10

JUNE 1 - Pastoral Relations Meeting 6:00pm - Building and Grounds Meeting 6:30pm 2 - Christian Formation Meeting 6:30pm 4-5-6 - Church Yard Sale 9:30-5, 9-12 6 - High School Car Wash and Bake Sale

Stewardship Meeting 6:00pm Music and Worship Meeting 6:15pm 11 - GLC Clergy Cluster Meeting 9am-1pm Missions and Evangelism Meeting 6:30pm 15 - Fireproof Movie 6:30pm 21 - Happy Father s Day 21-27 -

11 JUNE 1 - Pastoral Relations Meeting 6:00pm - Building and Grounds Meeting 6:30pm 2 - Christian Formation Meeting 6:30pm Church Yard Sale 9:30-5, High School Car Wash and Bake Sale Saranac Area Women s 5K/Walk/Run (at Depot) 8:00am and Plant Sale (at Depot) 9am-1pm 7 - Confirmation Sunday 8 - Boy Scouts Court of Honor 7:00pm 10 - Sacrament and Visitation Meeting 6:00pm Stewardship Meeting 6:00pm Music and Worship Meeting 6:15pm 11 - GLC Clergy Cluster Meeting 9am-1pm Missions and Evangelism Meeting 6:30pm 15 - Fireproof Movie 6:30pm 21 - Happy Father s Day Sr. High Camp at Portage Lake June 25-27, Gather 15, 130 th Annual Meeting of the ECC 30 - Council Meeting 6:30pm JULY 4 - Independence Day 10/11 - Ionia Relay for Life CHIC Jr. High Camp Wk Blood Drive at St. Anthony s JUNE 01-Nelson TerBurgh 02-Lauren Gregory Ginger Roberts 05-Brooklyn Gregory Ben Poor 06-Dan Frazer 08-Mike Hooper 09-Colin Williams Russ Oakley Laurence Biggs 13-Rae-Ann Oakley 18-Jim Darby 20-Renee Brogger 22-Cliff Jackson 24-Jasmine Johnson 28-Connie Frazer Please contact the church office if you have a birthday you would like to be listed. If you are new and your birthday is coming up be sure to let us know! Upcoming Worship Schedule/ Sermon Topics June 7: Confirmation Sunday, Pastor Jeff Preaching God s Purpose for Me June 14: Small Seeds Produce Big Trees June 21 - Jesus Calms the Storm June 28 - Made Whole Through Jesus Christ During the summer we will be using Lectionary texts Page 11

WHAT: Relay for Life of Ionia is a 24 hour team event that raised funds to support the American Cancer Society, Research, and Hope Lodge - with a good portion of the money raised staying to help

Depot at 8am, and Plant Sale starts at the Depot at 10am If you have any questions please contact Jan Renwick or Sharon Darby.

! A special message for summer travelers Would you find it helpful to have your offerings debited directly from your bank account as you probably do with other obligations?

12 WHAT: Relay for Life of Ionia is a 24 hour team event that raised funds to support the American Cancer Society, Research, and Hope Lodge - with a good portion of the money raised staying to help those in Ionia County. WHO: All may participate (survivors, caregivers, supporters, walkers, and gift givers). There is a Survivors Lap and Luminaria Ceremony as well. WHERE: Ionia High School, 250 E. Tuttle Rd., Ionia WHEN: July 11, 10am thru July 12, 10am Walkers are needed - please see the Narthex for a sign-up sheet later in June Two of our fundraisers will be held June 6 Walk-Run-Bike 5K starts at the Depot at 8am, and Plant Sale starts at the Depot at 10am If you have any questions please contact Jan Renwick or Sharon Darby. Church Missions June 4, 5: 9:30-5 & June 6: 9-12 Proceeds to go to Detroit Church and other missions projects. Be sure to come and shop!! A special message for summer travelers Would you find it helpful to have your offerings debited directly from your bank account as you probably do with other obligations? Saranac Community Church offers electronic giving for those of you who wish to have contributions transferred electronically to the church s account. If you have plans to travel this summer, electronic giving gives you a convenient way to keep up with your intended offerings. Simply go to saranacchurch.org and click on the green online giving button. You will be able to set up an account and begin your automated giving. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Julie Gage for assistance. Page 12 THANK YOU to Tom Westbrook for the many wonderful pictures he has taken for us to use.

13 July 26 July 19 July 12 July 5 June Volunteer Schedule July Volunteer Schedule Praise Team: Chris Roberts, Sharon Darby, Dean Gage Sr. Nancy Downs, Bob Krieger, Ken Poor, Joel Fritsma Ushers: David & Nancy Benjamin, Bruce Chadwick, Cami Gillette Greeters: Barb Augustine-Hayes, Dianne Flanagan Sound Board : Mark Fritsma Projector: Deb Tribbett Lock Up: Mark Gillette June 7 Lay Leader: Cherith Kahl Readers: Sharon Pratt, Jessie Tribbett Acolytes: Bryan Gregory, Jasmin Johnson Nursery: Mary Williams, Logan Gillette Praise Team: Barb Augustine-Hayes, Cindy Dawes. Jim Lóser Bob Krieger, Ken Poor, Nancy Downs, Joel Fritsma Ushers: Ojars & Mary Jo Smits, Josh Morrison, Marlene Vreeland Greeters: Claire Morrison, Dean Gage Sr. Lock Up: Lay Leader: Cherith Kahl Readers: Steve LaWarre, Margaret Chadwick Acolytes: Desiree Smith, Jayden Johnson Nursery: Deb and Jessie Tribbett Projector: Sound Board: June 14 Lay Leader: Beth VanProoyen Readers: Sue Zoodsma, Jim Lóser Nursery: Cherith Kahl, Kelsey Merrifield Lay Leader: Connie Biggs Readers: James Merrifield, Tami Coulson Nursery: Sharon Pratt, Hope Helminski Projector: Sound Board: June 21 Father s Day Lay Leader: Teresa McCarty Readers: Doug VanProoyen, Cami Gillette Nursery: Tami Coulson, Jillian Merrifield June 28 Lay Leader: Ojars Smits Readers: Josh Morrison, Nora Kauffman Nursery: Alane and Delaney Washburn Lay Leader: Dave Washburn Readers: Delaney Washburn, Ojars Smits Nursery: Cami and Logan Gillette Projector: Deb Tribbett Sound Board: Lay Leader: Virgil Biggs Readers: Nancy Helminski, Marcia Culver Nursery: Margaret Chadwick, Kenzie Roberts Projector: Deb Tribbett Sound Board: Mark Fritsma Attention Worship Service Volunteers If you are unable to be here, please find a replacement and then notify the church office of the change. Thank You! Please submit your vacation plans to the church office ASAP for Sundays you will not be available to serve. Page 13

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Office Hours Monday 9AM - 12PM Tuesday-Thursday

Poor - SENIOR PASTOR Pastor Jeff Kahl - ASSOC.

14 An Evangelical Covenant Church 125 Bridge St PO Box 47 Saranac MI Phone: Sunday Services 10:00AM Worship Service Office Hours Monday 9AM - 12PM Tuesday-Thursday 9AM - 1PM Friday 9AM - 12PM Staff Pastor Becky Poor - SENIOR PASTOR Pastor Jeff Kahl - ASSOC. PASTOR Kathy Hawkins - SECRETARY Saranac Community Church Ÿ ŸWebsite:

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A Parent Like No Other About Saranac Community Church Our Mission We are committed to being a fellowship of believers in Jesus Christ who glorify our Triune God and practice positive Christian living by growing in God s Word,