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July 2025
CHURCH NEWSLETTER
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Be Vigilant
Being vigilant means being watchful and attentive, especially to potential danger or problems. This does not mean living in fear. It involves being aware of your surroundings and taking precautions to avoid harm or undesirable outcomes. Essentially, it's about staying alert and focused, rather than being passive or easily distracted.
Here's a more detailed look:
- Alertness:
- Vigilance involves being mentally and physically prepared to respond to potential threats or changes in your environment.
- Keep your phone handy when out and about.
- Know where exists are located when shopping, dinning, in church, or other buildings.
- Attentiveness:
- Pay attention to people around you and what they are doing.
- Awareness:
- Don't feel embarrassed to say something if you see something--even if you're wrong. Your actions could save your life and the lives of other people.
- Use wisdom. Shopping or gassing up your car in the middle of the night might not be your best choice.
- Most important, let's pray for each other and the world we live in.
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Sewing Class Reveal
June 22, 2025
CLFMI Sewing Class teachers:
Melissa Betts, Marietta Brooks, Beverly Jones, and Cheryl Quiney showcased the garments and items made by their students.
Participants in the Sew Reveal were:
Andrew Betts, Traci Buckner, Sandra Cartwright, Marva Franklin, Mervyn Griffith, Monica Griffith, Collette Howard, Sallye Ramsey, Sylvia Spikes and Kailah Thomas. They displayed or modeled pillows, bags, aprons, hats, pouches, dresses, pants, vests, jackets, and pajamas that were made by them!
There were many other students who participated in the classes and completed a project, but weren’t available for the Sew Reveal. Both men and women participated in the sewing classes. Students ranged in age from 10 - 82!
The students were presented with certificates of completion.
Everyone present had a wonderful time!
A special presentation was made to Sis. Beverly Jones for her exemplary leadership and being the brain child creating CLFMI’s sewing classes.
Beverly, Cheryl, Marietta, Melissa and their returning students will be excited to see you in October for the next sewing session!
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Encouraging Word Article
July 2025
Let's get real!!
Don't let the good times lead you off track! This is how it can happen. Becoming self-reliant using God as a second resource, or, worse of all, forgetting GOD altogether!! It's easy to turn to God with your back up against the wall. It's easy to cry out when everything is crashing in on your world. But because of the nature of man, it's easy to forget that everything we have, know, and can do comes from God. You are not self-reliant!, or self-made!! Even what you have isn't that important. It will all be left behind one day. Everything belongs to God, even you. So what is the solution? Begin to recognize that God is on your side, and He loves you more than you can ever imagine. Make it a habit to thank Him in good and bad times. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and it's not an oncoming train if you put your trust in the Lord.
Another thought,
Following the rules and doing what is right isn't always the same.
Another thought;
"Faith is taking the first step without seeing the whole
staircase. "
Remember God loves you, and there is nothing you can do about it.
Till next time,
Pastor J.
I'd like to hear from You.
You are welcome to respond to Pastor James at:
jrkgreen2@yahoo.com
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YOUNG ADULT/TEEN/
PRETEEN CORNER
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Prayer for all the men on Father's Day
June 15, 2025
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GET OUT AND EXERCISE
Exercise benefits both physical and mental health. Regular physical activity can lower the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers, while also improving mood, sleep, and cognitive function. It can also help with weight management, boost energy levels, and strengthen muscles and bones.
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ABOUT LIFETIME FITNESS
LTF classes are offered at Briarwood Mall in the JCPenney wing. No experience necessary. Classes are specifically designed for older adults, however, everyone is welcome.
For the in-person fitness classes at Briarwood, please check in with the instructor to sign the liability waiver and discuss modifications. LTF classes at Briarwood are free, but please consider making a tax-deductible donation.
LTF SCHEDULE
The Lifetime Fitness schedule is as follows:
MONDAYS - Chair Aerobics with Peter K., Briarwood Mall, 9 to 10 a.m.
- Classes are carefully structured to include a warm-up, a pre-aerobic stretch, sitting and standing aerobics, strength training, a cooldown, and a final stretch. Please check in with the instructor for information, to sign the liability waiver, and discuss modifications.
TUESDAYS - Strength, Stretch and Balance with Michele, Briarwood Mall, 9 to 10 a.m.
- This class is open to everyone. The goal is to work on your strength, flexibility, and balance in order to improve fitness levels and the ease of everyday tasks.
WEDNESDAYS - Chair Aerobics with Peter K., Briarwood Mall, 9 to 10 a.m.
- Classes are carefully structured to include a warm-up, a pre-aerobic stretch, sitting and standing aerobics, strength training, a cooldown, and a final stretch. Please check in with the instructor for information, to sign the liability waiver, and discuss modifications.
THURSDAYS - ZUMBA Gold & Strength with Geraldine (Jerry) P., Briarwood Mall, 9 to 10 a.m.
- Come dance to a fusion of Latin and international music at a modified intensity. It's a fun experience and great workout for all the elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility, and balance. No experience necessary! Please check in with the instructor for information, to sign the liability waiver, and discuss modifications.
FRIDAYS - Chair Aerobics with Peter K., Briarwood Mall, 9 to 10 a.m.
- Classes are carefully structured to include a warm-up, a pre-aerobic stretch, sitting and standing aerobics, strength training, a cooldown, and a final stretch. Please check in with the instructor for information, to sign the liability waiver, and discuss modifications.
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YOUR DONATION HELPS KEEP US STRONG!
Lifetime Fitness classes are made available through the kind donations of its participants. Your donations are the sole source of funding to cover operating expenses. Thanks to you, Lifetime Fitness is able to pay its wonderful instructors and purchase equipment or other materials as needed. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation (check or online only). A little means a lot! There are two ways to give:
Thank you!
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CONTACT US
Kinesiology Community Programs
830 N. University Ave. #4125
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1048
Phone: 734-647-2708
kinesiologycommunityprograms@umich.edu
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What is the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
60th year celebration. In 1964, Congress passed Public Law 88-352 (78 Stat. 241)—signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, 36th U.S. President. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Provisions of this civil rights act forbade discrimination on the basis of sex, as well as, race in hiring, promoting, and firing.
What happened after the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
In response to a new wave of protest, the U.S. Congress soon followed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The act focused on redressing the legacy of discrimination against African Americans' access to the ballot.
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Please call (734) 531-9155 to check for date availability before sending in your deposit.
Facility Rental.
The Robert A. Hill Annex Fellowship Hall is 5,245 square feet and comfortably seats 250 individuals.
Christian Love Fellowship Sanctuary has a seating capacity of 978 individuals. View gallery!
Due upon booking your Security deposits are required to secure the date(s) requested for you event.
Over hour charges will be deducted from the security deposit.
If the event is canceled more than 60 business days prior to the date of the event, ALL MONIES WILL BE REFUNDED.
If the event is canceled less than 45 business days prior to the event, ONLY THE SECURITY DEPOSIT WILL BE REFUNDED.
If the event is canceled less than 30 business days prior to the event, NO MONIES WILL BE REFUNDED.
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To give online, go to clfmi.church
Go to give and the options will appear.
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OTHER GIVING OPTIONS
We make giving easy at CLFMI—whether you are in attendance or out of town. Ways to give:
- By donating through Tithe.ly. Simply click on the "give" button below or download the app (Tithe.ly App) using The App Store or Google Play. Search for Christian Love Fellowship, Superior Township.
- Set up your account and then you’re set to make donations in a matter of seconds. You can even set up Tithely to make automatic donations.
- Receive a giving envelope by an usher—or depositing cash in the offering basket.
- Give by using the Square— a mobile payment system—during offering time— that allows you to donate money using a debit or credit card.
- By mailing your donation to Christian Love Fellowship Church, 1601 Stamford Blvd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!
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Need Help? Dial
2-1-1 (24/7)
Contact United Way 2-1-1, which is available 24/7, and provides information about health and human service resources available.
Call 2-1-1 from any phone or visit 2-1-1 online to live chat, email, or search the database.
Whether you are looking for medical help, foreclosure prevention programs, utility assistance, help with food or clothing, or any other challenge facing your family, a call to Michigan 2-1-1 may provide the answers you are looking for. Dial 9-1-1 for emergency calls.
Dial 988 for the Suicide Hotline
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CHURCH WEBSITE: CLFMI.CHURCH
Please use the website to access information about the church, current events, and to log on directly to church services, Bible Studies, Good Book Club, and Sunday Sessions.
TEXT MESSAGE ALERTS
Please look in your text messages to find weekly updates concerning church ministries. Please call the church office if you are not receiving weekly alerts at 734-483-7967.
CHURCH FACEBOOK PAGES
For members only: Christian Love Fellowship Church-Membership Discussion Group. This facebook page contains church information. As a member, you are welcome to post church information on this page.
Official Facebook Page: Christian Love Fellowship Ministries International. This facebook page is for visitors, members, and is directly tied to our church website.
CLFMI CHURCH MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
The newsletter is published the first week of each month. It contains church and community information—plus a variety of other articles. If you are not receiving the monthly newsletter you may sign up as follows: Open up the newsletter through the Christian Love Fellowship Church-Membership Discussion Group and click at the top of the screen which states ‘Join Our Email List’.
INSTAGRAM
Search by going to Christian Love Fellowship Ministries International.
Contact
christianlovefellowship@clfmi.org
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From Pastor Angela Wimberly:
Please call or email Pastor Angela if you are not getting the church weekly reminder text messages. These reminders include days and times of Christian Education, reminders about special meetings, emergency notices, or other matters. Her email is: angela.wimberly@clfmi.org
If you know someone that is not getting this monthly newsletter, have them email Jennifer Brown at: jennifer.brown@clfmi.org
Finally, you can log into our Sunday Services or join CLFMI education classes by going to the website: clfmi.church. Scroll down and click on the service or class you want to join. If you want to know what events or meetings are taking place, go to the same website and click on Events and then click on Calendar. Click on the day of the month and the calendar will list whichever classes or events that are taking place.
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