Support Texas Hill Country Flooding 

July 8, 2025 – Due to the enormity of the devastation in the Texas District, they are overwhelmed with individual donations. Please direct your donation to the Michigan District, LCMS and we will send one check for the total to the Texas District Office. You may do this by sending a check to Michigan District, LCMS; 3773 Geddes Rd; Ann Arbor MI 48105, calling 734.665.3791 ext. 236, – or – by donating online via Paypal (Credit/Debit Cards also accepted). For more information, please visit here.

Chicken Dinners at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Millington

Sunday, July 20th from 11AM-12:30PM or until sold out!
$15.00 for a ½ chicken, mashed potato, gravy, buttered noodles, coleslaw, roll, and dessert. 4941 W. Center St. Millington, MI  48746. The drive thru will take place at door #10 on the East side of the school. All proceeds will go into the General Fund.

Camp Arcadia: Men’s & Women’s Retreats, Serving Opportunities 

Looking for a meaningful getaway on the shores of Lake Michigan? Camp Arcadia invites you to experience retreats filled with spiritual growth, fellowship, relaxation, and recreation.

Men’s Retreats – Join the 79th LLL Men’s Retreat, September 4–7, featuring Rev. David A. Davis, Rev. Christopher Bodley, and Rev. Dietrick Gladden. Another retreat weekend is also offered September 26–28.

Women’s Retreats – Enjoy time for rest, renewal, and connection with other women of faith. Retreat weekends are September 12–14 and September 19–21. Learn more and register: camp-arcadia.com

Interested in serving God by serving others on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan? Camp Arcadia is seeking individuals aged 16+ to serve on our End of Season Staff. Learn more by visiting www.camp-arcadia.com/serve and clicking “End of Season.” Paid and volunteer positions are available starting August 17th through the end of October. Work for a weekend, week or even a month… Reach out to Shelly Gallo (shelly@camp-arcadia.com) for more details! 

Continuing Ed. with Rev. Larry Peters at Grace Lutheran Church (Auburn, MI) Aug. 4–6

More words about prayer can be found in the Scriptures than about most other topics, yet God’s people struggle with what it means to pray. This course, "At All Times and in All Places: All God's People Pray," will help participants learn and appreciate the lessons of the past on the practice and discipline of prayer both as individuals and as a people gathered together for worship and prayer. To register by phone with a credit card, contact LeeAnna Rondot at 260-452-2204.

1st Annual Fellowship Classic Golf Outing

Immanuel Lutheran Church & School in Bay City invites you to tee off with us on Sunday, August 24 at Green Hill Golf Course (Pinconning) for a day of golf, fellowship, and fun—all in support of our ministry and school! Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just enjoy a great cause, we’d love to have you with us!

How to Get Involved:
  • Form a Team: Gather four friends for an 18-hole scramble
  • Sponsor the Event: Promote your business or group on-course and in our materials
  • Volunteer: Help with check-in, scoring, hospitality, and more
Register Online:
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Join the 9th Annual Devoted Fellowship Golf Outing!
Tee off for a cause on Saturday, September 13 at the Clio Country Club in support of Franklin Avenue Mission and its life-changing ministries in Flint. This 4-person scramble includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, lunch at the turn, and a delicious dinner—plus prizes for men's, women's, and mixed teams!
All proceeds benefit compassionate care services like Mercy House and The Luke Clinic, empowering programs such as Clean & Green and job training initiatives, and Christ-centered teaching through worship and outreach on Flint’s Eastside.
🕗 8:00 AM Registration | ⛳ 9:00 AM Shotgun Start
💲 $100 per golfer | $40 for dinner only
🏆 Sponsorships available!
Register or sponsor online: www.franklinavemission.org
Questions? Contact info@franklinavemission.org or call Ron (810-399-7074) or Bob (810-701-0147).
Be part of the good news for the neighborhood—one swing at a time!

News from Valley Lutheran High School

Click here to read the latest Valley Vision School Newsletter.
May the words of our theme verse this year bring you peace and hope, “You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created and have their being.” (Revelation 4:11) You were “Created for a Purpose!”

More from Around our Community

Restore Food Cupboard

Take what you need, Give what you can
24/7 self-serve food exchange

C.U.P.

4th Friday every month 12:00 - 12:45 pm at Frankenmuth Credit Union Community Room. All welcome as we pray, united in the name of Jesus our Lord and Savior, for our local community, state and nation.

Job Opportunities

Part-Time Media Support – Sanctuary Worship Services
St. Lorenz is looking to fill a part-time position supporting the media and technical needs of our Sanctuary worship services. This vital role helps each service run smoothly and ensures our message reaches those worshiping online or through other platforms.
The position may be shared by two or more individuals, making it a flexible opportunity to serve. For more information, please contact Dan Reinert in the church office.

Head Cook
Immanuel Lutheran School in Frankentrost is hiring a Head Cook to work under the direction of the Food Service Director. Hours are 7:15am - 1pm on school days. Call the school office at 989-754-4285 for more information or send resume to principal@frankentrost.org

Counselor
CrossRoads Counseling Ministries in Frankenmuth continues its search for a qualified counselor. Hiring full or part-time. Competitive salary. Training available for faith-based interventions. Must have an active Michigan license as a LLPC, LPC, LLMSW, LMSW, or LMFT. Call 989-502-1940 or email bbierlein@crcounseling.org for more information.

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