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People of Hope ... Vigorously Making Known the Love of Christ
Michigan District, LCMS
Weekly E-newsletter | June 10, 2025
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MICHIGAN DISTRICT EDUCATORS OF THE YEAR 2025
We are grateful for the hundreds of educators serving our Lutheran schools across the Michigan District. Each spring we recognize some of them with our Educators of the Year Awards. These individuals were nominated by their colleagues as being outstanding and going above and beyond in serving students, families, and their congregations.
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This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Ohio District; St. John, Rogers City; Living Water, Mio; Immanuel, Wheeler; St. John, Pinconning.
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MICHIGAN SCHOOL OF MISSIONAL FORMATION – SUMMER COURSES
June-September 2025 | In person and online
Registration is now open for two new courses through the Michigan School of Missional Formation: New Testament begins June 28 and Lutheran Worship begins July 19. For more information and to register, click here. Please note that, while these two courses are to train Deacons, Ministry Assistants, and those preparing to enter the Specific Ministry Pastor (SMP) program, all laity are invited, especially those who teach Bible studies, those interested in developing a deeper understanding of Scripture, and those wanting to develop their congregational leadership skills.
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DISTRICT EVENTS
Click here for a full calendar of District events.
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Adopt-A-Class Program
A number of years ago the Adopt-a-Class Program was started at Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, and it has been a real success. The program was designed to build a stronger bond between the church and school, the children and the congregation—our Trinity family.
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104th Michigan District Convention coming to you in 12 days!
JOIN THE CONVENTION CREW!
We’d love your help! Sign up for a shift or two to serve at this summer's Convention. Opportunities include being on a welcome team, being a helper on the Convention floor, or joining the hospitality team and clean-up crew. Together, we can create a welcoming and outstanding experience—thank you!
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FLOOR COMMITTEE OPEN HEARINGS
Floor Committee Open Hearings will take place on Sunday, June 22, from 3-5 p.m. at Krieger Hall on the campus of Concordia University Ann Arbor. Floor Committee (FC) 1 will meet at Krieger 101; FC 2 will meet at Krieger 102; FC 3 at Krieger 103; and FC 4 at Krieger 104.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD CONFERENCE SPEAKER
August 7 | Frankenmuth
Join us at the Early Childhood Conference to learn from Cathy Tooley, a passionate educator, speaker, and the founder of Tools for Success, a national leader in professional development for K–12 schools. For more information and to register, click here.
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OPEN SCHOOL POSITIONS
For the latest vacancy listing and roster changes, click here.
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SUMMER CAMP VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
July/August | Detroit
Gifts For All God’s Children is gearing up for their "Connecting Kids to Christ" Bible camps at East Bethlehem in Detroit and they need volunteers! Whether you're gifted with sports, love crafts, enjoy food preparation, or simply have a heart for children, we have a place for you. Click here to sign up.
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HOSANNA-TABOR'S 70TH ANNIVERSARY SERVICE
July 13 | Redford
All former members/teachers/principals at both Hosanna-Tabor Lutheran Church and Concordia Lutheran School, Redford are invited to a 70th Anniversary Worship Service on July 13 at 3 p.m. Rev. Paul Undlin is the special guest preacher. A luncheon will be held following the service. Please RSVP no later than July 6 by contacting the church office at 313.937.2424. For more information, click here.
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CARTOON PREMIERE
"Cherry the Resurrection Rabbit" premiered on YouTube on May 24. The cartoon, designed by Collier Animation Studio, features Pastor Vergin and St. John's, Grand Haven. Click here to view.
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WALi SUMMIT
Sept 30-Oct 2 | Woodbury, Minnesota
The WALi Summit is designed for churches to bring their entire worship staff, offering specialized training and shared experiences. For more information and to register, click here.
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