August 1, 2021
TODAY
This Sunday our guest preacher Micah Manore will bring us a message titled “Daniels Faith” from Daniel 6:1-23.
During the service, we will celebrate communion. If you are worshipping from home, we encourage you to have communion elements ready. You may also stop by the church office during office hours to pick up individually packaged communion kits.
The second offering will be for Faith Promise.
NEXT SUNDAY
Next Sunday our guest preacher will be Jim Harrison. His sermon, PUSH: Pray Until Something Happens! will be from Luke 18:1-8
The second offering will be for Christian Education.
CHURCH FAMILY
The cookies today are in memory of Phyllis Lehrke, who would have turned 86 on August 3rd. She was a cookie monster and Oatmeal Raisin were her favorites!
* Prayer Line * 453-2288 *. Our prayer line is always available to take your prayer requests, or to listen to prayer updates. After the recorded message, you may leave your prayer needs for our intercessors, who will pray for you.
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Nursery is available for kids 0-4 years old. There are actives set up in the Fellowship Center for families to use during the service.
We are still in need of volunteers for the nursery! Please sign up for a Sunday if you are able to!
We will be holding a soundboard training for everyone who runs the sound board (even if only occasionally) to learn on August 10th @ 7pm. Please let Micah Graybill or the office know if you are planning to attend so we can plan accordingly.
The backpack festival is Thursday, August 12th. Many volunteers are still needed! Sign up sheets are near the mailboxes- please sign up if you can! Many school supplies are also needed and appreciated – backpacks, papers, pencils, pens, markers, colored pencils, glue sticks and scissors. Time to watch for those back-to-school specials that are starting!
The cadet season will begin soon! If you would be willing to join us as a counselor or even just a helper please contact Ryan Faber ASAP! Westendcadets@gmail.com or 616-304-5329
Cadet parents, information will be going out soon letting you know about the 2021-2022 season! Looking forward to a fun full year with the cadets!
LOST & FOUND: Is your child missing their pillow after the mission trip? We have it in the office! Are you missing a pair of glasses?
We have an unclaimed pair of brown glasses in the office!
Contact Nichole in the office to claim either item!
There are many opportunities to serve the Lord at Westend Church – no matter your skill set. Check out the opportunities below and playfully consider what area would be best for you to plug into! Outreach Ministry: Do you have a heart for serving people around the world, right from your own home? This is a great opportunity for a person or group of people to serve our congregation and help us reach out to the world beyond our neighborhood. Main responsibility: Mission Emphasis Week and coordinating Faith Promise. If you have questions or are interested, please email/text/call Michelle Falk, or Nichole in the office.
Congregational Life Ministry: Do you have a gift for bringing people together? Do you love planning events? Does talking with people and making them feel involved fill your bucket? Maybe you have a great idea for a congregational life event? Consider volunteering some time for this ministry. This is a great role for a group of people to share. Main responsibilities: Organize one-time (or ongoing) events throughout the year that build community within our congregation. Schedule people to make and serve coffee. If you have questions or are interested, please email/text/call Michelle Falk, or Nichole in the office.
GEMS, Cadets, and Sunday morning youth ministries: The youth of our church and community are active and involved! Deb Kok, Ryan Faber, Alisha Myers, and Brian Myers are always interested in talking with people who feel a pull toward volunteering with our youth programs. Please contact: Deb Kok if you’re interested in GEMS on Wednesday nights. Ryan Faber if you’re interested in Cadets on Wednesday nights. Alisha Meyers if you’re interested in Sunday morning youth programs (nursery, children’s church, Sunday school) Brian Meyers if you’re interested in JROCK or LIFE
THIS WEEK
TODAY – 8/1
9:15 AM Prayer Time
9:45 AM Morning Worship
WEDNESDAY –8/4
1:00 PM Cafe
NEXT SUNDAY – 8/8
9:15 AM Prayer Time
9:45 AM Morning Worship
FINANCIAL UPDATE
Offerings 7/1 – 7/18 wkly goals
Ministries $26,374.29 $12,228
Chr Ed $3,320.23 $1,308