Celebration Midweek - July 30

My friend Zantesah Ingalls writes, "The call for us to pay attention to the needs of our brothers and sisters is not new. God has always expected those who have been called to stand in the gap and lead others into his presence." Oh do you hear God's call to stand in the gap? (Quote taken from "Everything God Says I Am" by Zantesah Ingalls)

1. Unity Fest, August 6-9 - Get your tickets for this year's festival at http://www.unitymusicfestival.com!  Remember: Wednesday night is free!

2. Vision Team Meeting, August 4 at Sue DeBoer's - Contact your elder if you have something to discuss at the meeting.

3. Sunday - Which emotions sometimes get you into trouble? Wouldn't you like to get a handle on them? Read about Samson - Judges 13-16 and see how on Sunday!

4. Faithful Journey Quartet at 5PM, Sunday, August 3 - They will lead an evening of worship and music at Spring Lake Christian Reformed Church. Faithful Journey is dedicated to sharing God's Word through Southern Gospel music and testimonies, to help further His Kingdom here on earth, and to glorify and praise His holy name.

5. Prayers - Please pray for:
- Al and Marilee Schut's son who had good results from a recent ultrasound but still faces surgery on his leg.
- Family finances. Budgets are tight all over!
- Deb Mart's friend, Kara Westra, came home after her liver transplant in March. She is in high school. There had been many setbacks over the past 5 months but she and her family are so thankful.
- Employment for Amie Anderson who was let go from Baker College recently.
- Prayer of thanks for God to bring peace to parents of adult children when they seem to be making poor choices.
- My friend Rev. Stewart as he looks to find another church to serve.
- Thanks to God for Brian and Caren Stratton on the birth of their baby, Landon Allen Warner Stratton on Friday. 6lbs 7ozs 19inchs long.
- We have had several people visit recently who are returning to church and friendship with Jesus. May God continue to give them a hunger for Jesus and a desire to grow in their journey with him.
- Thanks for those who are regularly praying on the 24th for Muskegon.
- Josh DeHoag, Muskegon Police officer, said that there has been more violence in Norton Shores this summer than in Muskegon! The reality is that Muskegon Heights has been a hotbox of crime and violence. Continue to pray for our city!

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Pastor Matt Eenigenburg
Celebration Community Church
1260 W. Sherman Blvd.
Muskegon, MI 49441
www.celebrationmuskegon.org
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Celebration Midweek - July 23

Thought for the day: Andrew Murray wrote, "To enjoy your food you must first be hungry. The first requirement for Bible study is a simple longing to find out what God wants you to do AND the determination to do it." When this is our focus, studying the Bible will be a blessing!  May we always be hungry!

1. Money Tree - Amie introduced the money tree a little while ago. It is designed for contributing even little amounts to the Building Fund. Tie whatever amount on the tree that you can!

2. Pray on the 24th - Remember to pray for Muskegon on Thursday, July 24th!

3.Church Picnic, Sunday, August 10 – We will have our annual picnic at church after the worship service. Please bring a salad to share. Hamburgers, chips, dessert and pop are provided.

4. Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Saturday, September 13 - Mark your calendars for this event! It will be here before you know it!

5. Summer Sunday Night Youth Group: 6:00- 8:30 pm – 6th-8th grade students meet at Calvin CRC, tonight, to go to the Dethlof's.

6. Prayers - Add these requests that have come in since Sunday:
- We lift up Sharon Bergman and her family on the passing of her brother Robert on Sunday morning.
- The Cadet International Camporee is going on this week. Pray for the boys and adult counselors for a great experience and safety.

- Those who need God's forgiveness and those who need to grant it to others.
- Kim Rhodes's co-worker, Mike, for guidance in making his decision to have surgery.
- Those who are homeless and broken.
- Thelma Bergman who celebrated her 29th birthday this week! May you have many more!
- My good friend Tim who attended a Memorial service this past weekend for his mom who passed away during the winter.
- For those hurting from unwarranted and unnecessary words.
- Daryl and LaVonne DeGraff who sold their boat and will be returning to life in South Carolina. We ask for God's blessing on you both!
- WMC due to their budget shortfall this past school year.
- Love Inc. sent a "Thank you" note for Celebration's continued partnership in ministry. May they continue to do great work in Muskegon!

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Pastor Matt Eenigenburg
Celebration Community Church
1260 W. Sherman Blvd.
Muskegon, MI 49441
www.celebrationmuskegon.org
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5 ImPoRtAnT tHiNgS fOr ThE wEeK

Reflecting on Sunday and our series "Jerks of the Bible", the song "As the Deer" came to mind. I pray that this song from Psalm 42 stays in your heart today:
"As the deer panteth for the water so my soul longeth after thee. You alone are my heart's desire and I long to worship thee. You alone are my strength, my shield, to you alone may my spirit yield. You alone are my heart's desire and I long to worship thee."

1. Ironman Group - Meet Thursday, July 17 at church at 6:30PM. Bring your oown snack and/or refreshment!

2. Pray on the 24th - Reserve your hour for praying for Muskegon for Thursday, July 24th! Go to the info booth at church or contact Pastor Matt. Grab a friend to partner with you.

3. Church Picnic, Sunday, August 10 – We will have our annual picnic at church after the worship service. Please bring a salad to share. Hamburgers, chips, dessert and pop are provided.

4. Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Saturday, September 13 - Mark your calendars for this event! It will be here before you know it!

5. Prayers - Please add these to your prayer list:
- Leslie Zimmerman as she looks from relief for her migraine headaches and their search for a different house to call home.
- The people at the SERVE Project that lasts through Saturday. May each person encounter Jesus this week. May everyone get home safely. May this week help them live a life closer to Jesus when they get home.
- Darla Baird's mom Lillian Johnson who is doing much better after being hospitalized last week after passing out while volunteering at LoveINC. Praise God that tests revealed no major issues but she needs prayer for strength, healing, and safety.
- Reyes gives thanks that his mom and neice Delilah are doing much better. He said that your prayers are appreciated AND needed! I agree!
- Lilia DuRose and the boys who made it safely to Ukraine.
- Those who need God's forgiveness and those who need to grant it to others.


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Pastor Matt Eenigenburg
Celebration Community Church
1260 W. Sherman Blvd.
Muskegon, MI 49441
www.celebrationmuskegon.org
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Celebration Midweek!!!

Thought For Today: "There but for the grace of God go I." Hopefully this phrase by John Bradford elicits a sense of humility, especially when we think we are above the sins of others. It is so easy to judge others for the sins we so easily see in their lives! But all of us can fall into sin as easily as walking across the street. Remember it is God and his grace on you which has kept you from so many catastrophies. 

1. Prayer Partners - We need people to pray for the students and adults coming to Muskegon for the SERVE Project. Contact Pastor Matt asap.

2. Sunday - Remember to do your assignments! 1) What is your ministry? 2) Encourage 3 people this week. You still have time to complete them before Sunday! Can we still do homework over the summer?

3. Events -
- Sunday - Students (6th-12th) meet at Calvin CRC at 6PM to go to the Dethlof's.
- July 7 (Mon) - Council Meeting, 7:00PM at the Eburg's. (Note time change)
- July 8 (Tue) - McGraft Park Concert at 7PM - West Michigan Concert Winds
- July 12 (Sat) - Prayer Ministry Breakfast, 9:00AM at the Grand Traverse Pie Company.

4. Prayers - Remember to pray for:
- Jessica Josephson whose sister was shot to death this past Sunday.
- The students and leaders coming to the Muskegon SERVE Project on July 12. It will be based at Calvin CRC.
- Reyes' niece Delilah who is having pancereatic problems.
- Christians around the world being persecuted.
- Those making big decisions this week. God knows who they are!
- Nick and Leah Jennings who were married on Saturday.
- Safety for those "playing" with fireworks this weekend.

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Pastor Matt Eenigenburg
Celebration Community Church
1260 W. Sherman Blvd.
Muskegon, MI 49441
www.celebrationmuskegon.org
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