Holy Faith Weekly Update 10/1/2024 | |
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Help People Affected by Hurricane Helene
In late September, Hurricane Helene hit the coast of Florida as a Category 4 hurricane, dropping heavy rains on the southeastern United States and leaving millions of people without power. As the storm has moved inland, it has caused dangerous flooding and landslides, as well as downed trees and power lines. How you can help:
Lutheran Disaster Response - Click here.
Episcopal Relief and Development - Click here.
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Invite Your Friends to the Next Memory Cafe, Tuesday, October 1st | | |
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The Memory Cafe will be meeting on Tuesday, October 1 in the parish hall from 2-4 pm. The activity will be chair yoga, with entertainment from a special guest.
RSVPs are not required, but if you think you might be attending the event, please let Lori Venable (ltvenable@att.net) know, so the team can adequately plan for room setup, supplies, and refreshments.
If you would like to participate via Zoom, please RSVP early so that Lori can send you the Zoom link.
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First Friday Meal Prep at Hope Clinic, October 4th | | |
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We are one of the official FIrst Friday meal prep and serve teams for Hope Clinic in Ypsilanti. At our last session, we successfully served over 225 meals! Check out SIgnUp Genius to be part of the Holy Faith Team! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0445AEAC2FAA8-50808546-holy. Join Janet, Lisa, Mary and Vicki and others for our second venture on October 4. If you are not able to stay the whole time slot and are curious what this is all about, come for an hour - we will surely find you something to do. | |
Still In This Together - No One Need Deal with Dementia Alone | |
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Alzheimer’s and other dementias touch many families, and the numbers are increasing. We invite you to come to the “In This Together” dementia awareness and education lecture series every Tuesday evening in October at 7PM, presented by Jim Mangi and his colleagues at Dementia Friendly Saline.
The talks will be updated versions from the similar series Jim presented in 2019, but this time, they will also be zoomed to increase their accessibility. Also, each talk will include snack-mediated time for discussion, along with (upon advance request), supervised care for loved ones living with dementia.
For more information, for the zoom link, or to reserve a respite spot for a loved one, contact Dementia Friendly Saline at dfsaline.org. or contact Jim directly at jim.dfsaline@gmail.com.
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Plan this Year’s Crèche Exhibit | | |
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If you would like to help plan this year’s Crèche Exhibit (which includes overseeing the setting up of creches and coordinating docents during the event), please let Pastor Andrea know: andrea@holy-faith-church.org
The exhibit is traditionally displayed the first weekend of December. Molly Hilton, who started the creche exhibit, has stepped down as coordinator after 7 faithful years. Molly has made it easy for you (or two, or a group of people) by making extensive notes about what needs to be done.
The Exhibit has been growing in attendance each year and people outside the church have been purposely looking for it to mark on their calendars. Let's keep offering this wonderful community outreach program that celebrates the birth of Christ.
Here's a link to an article on the Exhibit when it was started in 2018.
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Holy Faith’s Annual Pledge Campaign Kicks Off Next Week | | |
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Next week, Holy Faith’s annual pledge campaign kicks off. We will intentionally share stories of how we Walk in Love with each other in our congregation. It takes something as radical as God’s Love to inspire us to share our time, talent, and treasure. Please be thinking about how your life has been positively impacted by God’s Love, present in this congregation.
Also, members will soon receive an invitation to make a financial pledge for 2025, so that Holy Faith may continue sharing God’s Love. Please prayerfully consider your commitment. It is not the size of the gift that matters, but the intention. The more of us who participate, the bigger the impact; this is a journey we make together.
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Our adult education class meets Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am in the Social Hall. Instead of one subject, this year we are going to study a variety of different topics. The list isn't finalized yet, but topics will probably include looking at the Dead Sea Scrolls (review and updates!); Walking Along with Jesus (DVD); So You Think You Know The Bible (arcane and little known facts); and reviewing how the Bible was created and books that didn't make it. In December we will take our usual break and this year we will look at Italian Christmas and other TBA topics. | | |
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At last … the summer break from our The Chosen watch party has come to an end! (see the attached updated schedule here).
If you have heard about this wonderful series and/or our lively discussions and would like to be a part of it, our next class is on Thursday, October 3rd.
Refreshments will be provided, or bring your own dinner to eat during the watch party. Doors open ~6:00-6:15 pm for food, etc. We’ll begin the episode ~6:30 pm
If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact Lori Venable (ltvenable@att.net) or Chris Martin (cmartin127@gmail.com).
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Sunday Forum Focusing on the Sacred Ground Curriculum Continues on Sunday, October 6th | | |
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Sister Veronica Dunbar (Sister Vee - click here for bio) from the Episcopal Diocese of Michigan has offered to come to Holy Faith to conduct a series of Sunday forums that will focus on the Sacred Ground curriculum.
This faith-based dialogue about race is rooted in scripture and the baptismal covenant, and we will be learning more about the ongoing impact of slavery and Jim Crow laws.
Though the series is usually 11 weeks long, Sister Vee will create a mini version, tailored for us, which she will present on four Sundays.
Holy Faith will look at the Lectionary Gospel readings through the lens of what it means to seek community and build relationships outside of our normal comfort zones. What is God’s vision for us as embodied in the community of disciples living with and learning from Jesus? This will be a conversation-based series giving us the opportunity to ask questions and learn together.
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Holy Faith Meets and Exceeds Its Goal for Undue Medical Debt with our 2024 Spring/Summer Campaign! | | |
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Our goal was mighty, to raise $10,000. We are near $21,000 and will post the final total soon. That is right! Double our original goal!
We appreciate our members, our family, friends and co-workers, and a number of folks who prefer to remain anonymous, who donated. Your generosity is very much appreciated by those in need.
We celebrate eliminating nearly $2,100,000 of medical debt in Washtenaw, Wayne and Jackson counties.May each recipient feel our prayers and blessings when they open their letter and read the good news!
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Fall Clean-up Event, Saturday, October 26th. 9:00AM - 12:00PM | | |
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Join the fun of cleaning up the church grounds during our fall clean-up event. A sign-up list is posted on the bulletin board. Also, a list of tentative tasks are posted, but feel free to add items that need our attention.
Coffee, cider and donuts will be provided. All are welcome. Interested / Questions? Talk with Steve Erickson (serick3747@gmail.com).
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Bring Food for Saline Area Social Service Food Pantry | | |
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Priorities for this week:
Ramen
Popcorn
Soft tortillas (taco size)
Hormel Chili
Pizza sauce
Place food in collection baskets located inside entry door when you come to church. For more information on donations, click here.
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Food Garden Continues to Provide Fresh Produce to SASS Food Pantry | | |
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The Garden Buddies have been busy harvesting hundreds of pounds of produce for the SASS food pantry.
Completely volunteer-driven, the Garden Buddies are a team of parishioners as well as family and friends who have an interest in gardening. All ages are invited to help, and no prior experience is required! Activities include plant maintenance, watering, weeding, harvesting, and delivery of produce. They meet Mondays at 6:00 pm.
The Garden Buddies also planted flowers like marigolds and sunflowers that invite bees, butterflies, and other useful insects.
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Serve as a Sunday Morning Usher | | |
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We currently need trained ushers for our services. Please sign up on the usher sign-up sheet on the website under the Members tab or see Pastor Andrea. | |
You Can Help Make Holy Faith More Welcoming to Families. Volunteer 90 Minutes of Your Time in the Nursery | | |
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Volunteers are needed the first Sunday of each month to provide an extra set of eyes, assisting our paid caregiver, Erica Swan. CLICKHERETOSIGNUP
Please seek out Lisa Reifert, Christine Robison, or Kelsey Keyes to find out more about what the first Sunday volunteer childcare experience entails. They have each provided this service this summer, and when we get to the time when we have this volunteer ‘second set of eyes” slot filled each First Sunday, we can then advertise to the greater community that we offer childcare on the first Sunday of the month!
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have more families with young children join us when they see this?
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Superstar Leadership Gathering - Saturday, October 26, 2024, 11am- 1pm | | |
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PLT, ministry team leaders, and ministry team members are invited to a fall leadership gathering. This will be a time for fun, community-building, and planning, with a side of fall cleaning.
11 am - Noon
Join the outdoor clean-up (if able). There will be raking, sticks that need picking up, weeding, and more.
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Bring a lawn chair and enjoy fellowship and treats while cheering on others.
12 - 12:30 pm
Move indoors for a session around building person-to-person relationships at Holy Faith.
12:30 - 1 pm
Meet in teams to discuss and decide your ministry’s budget request for 2025.
We’ll have fall treats: cider, donuts, coffee, and more. And hopefully the Michigan State-University of Michigan football game will be later in the day.
These gatherings are open to anyone in the parish as a way of getting to know people and/or checking out a
ministry group. RSVPs aren't required but helpful: andrea@holy-faith-church.org
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A Note from Pastor Andrea -- Reach Out | | |
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Hello Holy Faith friends,
I've been back from sabbatical two Sundays now, and I'm loving catching up with everyone. I know it will take me a while to make the rounds. If you have a pastoral issue going on, or if you'd like to schedule time with me, please don't hesitate to reach out. Calling or texting my cell is best: 571-282-5449.
Andrea+
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Join us over the upcoming weeks to prepare an anthem to sing for our All Saints’ Day service, November 3 and music for Memorial Services. Rehearsals will be held Sunday mornings at 9:05am on September 29, October 6, October 13, October 20, October 27, and November 3. All welcome! Talk to Joy Morin, Church Musician with questions (joymorinpiano@gmail.com). | |
Prayer Shawl Ministry Lives! Pick Up A Prayer Shawl from the Narthex to Take to Someone Who Needs a Reminder of God’s Love | | |
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Laura O'Malley and Diane Jacobs thank everyone who has answered the call to revive the prayer shawl ministry. It is exciting that several folks have stepped up to make this ministry a great one. If you have been hesitating -- please join us!
You can get the directions in church on the bulletin board, by emailing Laura (curtiso.lauraj@gmail.com) or Diane (docsjacobs@yahoo.com), by clicking here, or find them on the Holy Faith website by clicking here.
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NEW From Saline Cooperative Preschool - Toddler Time | | |
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Toddler Time, a parent-child class for ages 1.5 to 3.5 to introduce them to a preschool environment with art exploration, singing, group circle time, and free choice play. Taught by our new certified early childhood teacher, Susan Bellisario (MA in Teaching, specializing in Elementary Ed and Special Ed). Meets Thursdays from 9:30-11am starting September 19. Five-week sessions or drop-in rates available. The preschool class (MWF 9-noon) is also accepting enrollments for ages 3.5+ at this time. Details available at salinecoop.org. Please help spread the word! | |
Dementia Friendly Saline's Best Life Chorus Rehearsal Thursday, October 3rd, 2:00-4:00 pm in the Parish Hall | | |
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The Best Life Chorus includes people with all forms of dementia, as well as their care partners, family, and community members who are interested in singing. No prior musical experience is necessary and people of all abilities are welcome. Visit dfsaline.org or contact dementiafriendlysaline@gmail.com for more information. | |
Notice Anything in the Building or on the Grounds that Needs Fixing? | | |
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For non-emergency issues, record your concern in the white Buildings & Grounds 3-ring binder on the shelf below the bulletin board. For emergencies, please call the Church Office: 734-429-2991. | | |
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The Holy Faith office is staffed by Office Manager Laurie Tikkanen or Office Volunteer Ann Mayers on Thursdays, 12- 2 PM, or by appointment with Laurie.
Laurie is available to assist you Monday-Friday by phone at (734) 429-2991 or by email at office@holy-faith-church.org.
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For your convenience, Holy Faith's website now has links to multiple information sources. These include:
Because of personal contact information, the Members Only section is password protected. Only Holy Faith members can access this page. Please contact the office for the password.
We invite all parishioners and friends to keep us aware of changes and/or updates they may need.
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Please pray for:
Those Who Are Sick, In Need, or Grieving:
Tish, Marlyne, Randy, Fern, Tom, Rudy, Charlotte, Joan, Kathleen, Hussein, Davina, Mayvis, Cathy, Harry, Antoinette, John, Kathy, Josh, Deacon Don, Katie, Sam, Bob, Margaret, Karen, Mary Jo N., Sandy, Marlana, Jordan, Jim, Pamela, Piotr, Kristen, Lori, Jeni, Lexi, Janice, Randy, Mackenzie, Barry, David, Midge, Gail, Craig, Susan, John G, Georgine, Margaret, David, Kirsten, Janisse, Steffen, Joe, Cristina, Robert, Charlie, June, Skip, Patty, Charles, Angela, Larry, Susan H, Bruce A, Diane V. and Mackenzie, that God’s love enfold them.
Those Who Have Died:
Especially Clarke Flewelling, that he rest in peace and rise with Christ, and for the consolation of the Holy Spirit for his family who mourn, especially his husband Dan McGraw. Holy Faith will offer a memorial service for Clarke on Saturday, October 12th, at 1 pm. If you can help with the reception that will follow, please contact Carolyn Schneider: crschnei@comcast.net, or 734-429-5071.
Those Serving in the Armed Forces:
Olivia, Joey, and Adam.
Prayer requests may be submitted to the clergy or to Laurie Tikkanen at office@holy-faith-church.org. Names will remain on the prayer list for three weeks unless otherwise requested.
Those Celebrating October Birthdays:
Barbara Arnold, Jane Darling, Roxanne Franckowski, and Fritz Reifert, that they may grow in grace and wisdom.
If we have missed your birthday, please let Holy Faith’s Office Manager, Laurie Tikkanen, know: office@holy-faith-church.org
For the People of Israel and the People of Gaza:
That they no longer need to bear the burden of an endless cycle of violence. Let us pray for peace.
For the People in Ukraine:
Precious Lord, Prince of Peace, may all the people
of Ukraine feel our prayers and be bathed in your protection; that war and suffering may cease; that aggression and violence may be no more; and that a season of hope and relief will arise in your new day and with the love which heals all brokenness. Amen.
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Holy Faith Church
6299 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd
Saline, Michigan 48176
(734) 429-2991
www.holyfaithsaline.org
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