7 Things to Know This Week

Quote For The Day: "We'd like to have it all neat and orderly. We want to be able to measure it and control it, but the reality is that Jesus is a mystery. The Christian faith is a mystery. The disciples spent their entire time following him going, 'Uhh, what the heck are you doing? We don't understand what you're doing and we don't know why you're doing it.' And when he would explain why he was doing it, they still didn't get it. "  (Mike Yaconelli)

1. CHILI COOK-OFF THANKS - A big thanks to all those who brought chili, fixings, and desserts for the meal.  It was a great event!  Congratulations to Jessica and Morgan as the makers of the best white and red chilies.  Thanks also to Connie Cerminaro and the Fellowship Team for organizing the event.  We can't wait till next year!

2. STUDENTS - This Wednesday from 6:30-8:00PM at Calvin Church on Norton Ave!  LITTLE PEEPS - (4yrs-1st grade) - Lesson:"God to the Rescue"; CADETS & GEMS - Pumpkin Carving Evening! Come spend the night with your Cadet or Gem carving pumpkins.  Camp fire & prizes for top 3 pumpkins.  MIDDLE SCHOOL - Lesson: "Where does our value come from?

HIGH SCHOOL: meets on Sunday from 6:00-8:30PM at Calvin Church.  Contact Pastor Matt for more info.

3. GETTING POLITICAL - Invite a friend as we continue our new Sunday series: "Things Jesus NEVER Said."  This Sunday: "Join My Political Party" (Psalm 146; Romans 13:1-7)

4. WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY- We will be starting a new book soon: "1000 Gifts" by Ann Voskamp. Contact Deb Mart to order your book.

5. EVENTS TO REMEMBER

Oct. 26, Student Ministries, 6:30-8:00PM at Calvin Church

Oct. 28, Play and Learn Class, 10:00AM to NOON at church.

Oct. 30, Annual Leadership Retreat at Mike & Connie's.
Nov. 2, Baby Basics/Women's Bible Study, 10:00/11:00AM.
Nov. 2, Family Service Night, 6:30-8:00PM at McLaughlin Park. (Info below)
Nov. 2, Book Club at Mango's at 6:30. We're reading "The Secret Keeper" by Kate Morton.  (NOTICE DATE CHANGE.)
Nov. 7, Council/Vision Team/Deacon Team Meetings, 6:30PM at Church.

6. OTHER ANNOUNCMENTS

• Nov. 2, Family Service Night, 6:00-8:00PM - We will be working on cleaning up McLaughlin Community Park (corner of Terrace St. and Isabella).  Meet at the park at 6:30PM!  Our hope is to connect with each other while serving in the community together.  Please bring rakes, blowers, gloves, etc… so we can make the park look brand new!
• Handymen Needed - Community Encompass is looking for some folks to help out with dry-wall, carpentry, cabinetry installation, and siding at their current "home redemption project".  Contact Pastor Matt for more details. 
• Oct. 29, Glenside Halloween Party, 1-3PM at McGraft Park.  Carnival games and prizes, a costume contest, pizza, a balloon twister, face painter, award winning storyteller Judy Sima and lots more! Admission is FREE to Glensiders and their guests, but families are asked to bring 2 nonperishables to help stock Muskegon's food pantries. Volunteers are needed to help at the event. If you want to volunteer, please reply to this email and party coordinator Jenn Cole will get in touch with you.

7. PRAYERS

• From a Communication Card: "God please help me to hold on.  Life is getting too hard to hold onto."
• Lisa Crabtree asks for prayers for a fast recovery for her mom, Carol, who is healing after surgery to remove her foot. 
• Praise from Patrick Herman who got a job!
• From a Communication Card: "I made a commitment to have a closer relationship with Jesus and give him my burdens."
• From a Communication Card: "Let us pray for the church to grow so that all may come to know and share Christ's love, that they may know his undying grace and mercy."
• Pray for Pastor Matt and the other leaders at Celebration.
• Pray for those is abusive relationships, both for the victims and the abusers.
• Pray for those with diabetes and those with the warning signs.
• Pray for John (Deb Mart's brother) and Barb as they are devastated due to news of John's cancer has returned. Pray for strength, healing, and peace.
• Pray for the "Snow-Birds" heading south for the winter.  May they have safe travels, find rest in Jesus, and make a difference where they go.
• Church of the week: Pray for 2nd Timothy Baptist Church and Rev. Bass.

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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 - Oct. 19

Quote For The Day: "Sheep have naturally poor eyesight.  They are essentially near sighted.  They can't see far distances clearly.  This is why they need to stay close to the shepherd.  Otherwise they would easily get lost without the knowledge of the shepherd."  (Crystal Eckland)

1. 8TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF - Invite a friend to sample some of the best chili anywhere!  Sign up at the Info Booth to bring a crock pot of red or white chili to share.  This is one of the best events ever!

2. STUDENTS - This Wednesday from 6:30-8:00PM at Calvin Church on Norton Ave!  Little Peeps (4yrs-1st grade) - Lesson:"The Forgiving Prince"; GEMS (Girls 2nd-5th grade) Lesson: “Step In” (Galatians 6:2) and  Fall craft; Cadets (Boys 2nd-5th grade) - Visit to Mellema farm to pick pumpkins - Lesson: "If we trust who God is, what does that mean about who I am?

High School students: meet Sunday at Calvin Church from 6:00-8:30PM.  On Sunday, October 30, meet at Calvin at 1:00PM for the Pumpkin Picking/Carving Contest at Mellema’s Farm.  Bring: warm clothes & shoes that can get dirty.  Contact Pastor Matt for more info.

3. NEW SERMON SERIES - There are many things attributed to Jesus which he never said.  Some of these ideas have caused great distractions and even damage within the church.  Invite a friend for our new Sunday series: "Things Jesus NEVER Said."

3. EVENTS TO REMEMBER

Oct. 19, Baby Basics/Women's Bible Study, 10:00AM.

Oct. 19, Student Ministries, 6:30-8:00PM at Calvin Church

Oct. 21, Play and Learn Class, 10:00AM to NOON at church.

Oct. 23, Annual Chili Cook-Off after church.
Oct. 26, Book Club at Mango's at 6:30. We're reading "The Secret Keeper" by Kate Morton.
Oct. 30, Annual Leadership Retreat
Nov. 2, Family Service Night, 6:30-8:00PM at McLaughlin Park.
Nov. 7, Council/Vision Team/Deacon Team Meetings, 6:30PM at Church.

4. OTHER ANNOUNCMENTS

• Nov. 2, Family Service Night, 6:00-8:00PM - We will be working on cleaning up McLaughlin Community Park (corner of Terrace St. and Isabella).  Meet at the park at 6:30PM!  Our hope is to connect with each other while serving in the community together.  Please bring rakes, blowers, gloves, etc… so we can make the park look brand new!
• Handymen Needed - Community Encompass is looking for some folks to help out with dry-wall, carpentry, cabinetry installation, and siding at their current "home redemption project".  Contact Pastor Matt for more details. 
• Oct. 29, Glenside Halloween Party, 1-3PM at McGraft Park.  Carnival games and prizes, a costume contest, pizza, a balloon twister, face painter, award winning storyteller Judy Sima and lots more! Admission is FREE to Glensiders and their guests, but families are asked to bring 2 nonperishables to help stock Muskegon's food pantries. Volunteers are needed to help at the event. If you want to volunteer, please reply to this email and party coordinator Jenn Cole will get in touch with you.
• Reading Buddies at Nelson School is in need of volunteers to give one hour per week to help students improve reading skills!  Contact Lynn Kamps for more information: (231) 557-9392 or lynnkamps1@gmail.com

5. PRAYERS

• Pray for our guests at church recently.
• Pray for those attending the classes at LoveINC.  May God use these classes to lead them to himself and a better way of living.
• Pray that the Chili Cook-off on Sunday will be a successful event according to what God wishes to accomplish.
• Pray for the planning of the Thanksgiving Eve service which may include 2 other churches.
• Pray for Patti Lacy’s brother-in-law Stan who has blocked arteries in his legs and a problem with a heart valve.  He had surgery and is doing well, but needs more surgery in a week or two. 
• Pray for dependable transportation.  We take this for granted sometimes.
• Pray for Reyes Hinajosa’ mother Zoila who has high blood pressure issues.  May God bring healing for her. 
• Thank God for how he has blessed us all and the miracles he sends each day.
• Pray for those in busy work seasons.  may they find the balance and rest they need to keep working for Jesus.
• Lilia DuRose’s niece, Sasha had her baby on October 8, but both mother and baby are still in the hospital.  The baby is ill.  Please pray for healing. 
• Kim had a very good weekend and she made good progress in a personal relationship.  We praise God for that!  Kim will be moving into her new house in 10 days and we pray for a smooth transition.  
• Praise God for renewed relationships with family members.
• We pray for the needs of loved ones.  God knows what their needs are and we ask Him to help.  
• Paula Blohm's physical therapy began last week and went very well.  May God help her regain full strength in her legs.  
• "I feel very blessed and grateful for every moment of every day that the Lord has given me.  Each new day is a gift from God!  I praise him for his faithfulness to me, and I’m so glad that Jesus has told us that he will never leave us nor forsake us!"
• Pray for continued healing for Mike Cerminaro after his surgery to remove his appendix.

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Pastor Matt Eenigenburg
Celebration Community Church
1260 W. Sherman Blvd.                            
Muskegon, MI 49441
www.celebrationmuskegon.org
Like us on Facebook!
(231) 571-4137

Celebration Midweek - Oct. 12

Quote For The Day: "Satan persuades a man that by denying God he is being rational; but what is really happening is that he makes him a creature of lust and desire whose mind is blinded and whose eye is no longer single.  The greatest faculty of all has become perverted." (Oswald Chambers)

1. STUDENTS - This Wednesday from 6:30-8:00PM at Calvin Church on Norton Ave!  Little Peeps (4yrs-1st grade) - Lesson:"Isaac: Son of Laughter"; GEMS (Girls 2nd-5th grade) Lesson: "A Place for you” and Craft: Heart friendship bracelet; Cadets (Boys 2nd-5th grade) - Project Night; Middle school - Lesson: "Father, Son, Holy Spirit – how do they work together in our lives?"

Our High School students meets on Sunday from 6:00-8:30PM at Calvin Church.  Contact Pastor Matt for more info.

2. 8TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF - Invite a friend to sample some of the best chili anywhere!  Sign up at the Info Booth to bring a crock pot of red or white chili to share.  This is one of the best events ever!

3. EVENTS TO REMEMBER

Oct. 12, Student Ministries, 6:30-8:00PM at Calvin Church

Oct. 14, Play and Learn Class, 10:00AM to NOON at church.

Oct. 16, Seekers Small Group Meets after church.
Oct. 19, Baby Basics/Women's Bible Study, 10:00AM.
Oct. 23, Annual Chili Cook-Off after church.
Oct. 26, Book Club at Mango's at 6:30. We're reading "The Secret Keeper" by Kate Morton.
Oct. 30, Annual Leadership Retreat
Nov. 2, Family Service Night, 6:30-8:00PM at McLaughlin Park.

4. OTHER ANNOUNCMENTS

• Nov. 2, Family Service Night, 6:00-8:00PM - We will be working on cleaning up McLaughlin Community Park (corner of Terrace St. and Isabella).  Meet at the park at 6:30PM!  Our hope is to connect with each other while serving in the community together.  Please bring rakes, blowers, gloves, etc… so we can make the park look brand new!
• Handymen Needed - Community Encompass is looking for some folks to help out with dry-wall, carpentry, cabinetry installation, and siding at their current "home redemption project".  Contact Pastor Matt for more details. 
• Oct. 29, Glenside Halloween Party, 1-3PM at McGraft Park.  Carnival games and prizes, a costume contest, pizza, a balloon twister, face painter, award winning storyteller Judy Sima and lots more! Admission is FREE to Glensiders and their guests, but families are asked to bring 2 nonperishables to help stock Muskegon's food pantries. Volunteers are needed to help at the event. If you want to volunteer, please reply to this email and party coordinator Jenn Cole will get in touch with you.
• Reading Buddies at Nelson School is in need of volunteers to give one hour per week to help students improve reading skills!  Contact Lynn Kamps for more information: (231) 557-9392 or lynnkamps1@gmail.com

5. PRAYERS

I am convinced more and more with each passing day that your prayers are not in vain.  In fact, they are needed more than ever.  The percentage of people self described as "no religious affiliation" in our country is growing especially with the younger generations.  Thanks for your diligence in bringing the needs of God's people before our gracious God.

• Pray for Mike who needs surgery on his wrist and elbow tendon.
• Pray for difficult situations in strained marriage relationships.
• Prayer for Lisa Crabtree's mom who had her foot amputated on Monday. Diabetes had restricted the blood flow in her body.  She will need another procedure today to close the wound.
• From a Communication Card: "I made a commitment today to "put off the old man, be resurrected a new creature, and follow God always."
• Pray for safe travels for those on hunting trips.
• Pray for those whose getting divorced.
• Pray for those just exiting prison and making the adjustment.
• Pray for those confused about their own sexuality.  May God bring them clarity and peace.
• Pray for those under the weather with colds and other illnesses.
• Continue to pray for civil conversations to be had within our election season.
• Pray for confidence in God as King of the universe whomever gets elected this fall.

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Pastor Matt Eenigenburg
Celebration Community Church
1260 W. Sherman Blvd.                            
Muskegon, MI 49441
www.celebrationmuskegon.org
Like us on Facebook!
(231) 571-4137

4 Things to Know This Week

Quote for the day - "This world is a great sculptor’s shop. We are the statues and there’s a rumor going around the shop that some of us are someday going to come to life.”  (C.S. Lewis)

1. STUDENTS - Our Wednesday Night programs resume next week.  They are off the first Wednesday of the month.  SO, do your homework, play games with family, clean your room, etc.

Our High School students meets on Sunday from 6:00-8:30PM at Calvin Church.  Contact Pastor Matt for more info.

2. 8TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF - Invite a friend to sample some of the best chili anywhere!  Sign up at the Info Booth to bring a crock pot of red or white chili to share.  This is one of the best events ever!

3. EVENTS TO REMEMBER

Oct. 5, Baby Basics/Women's Bible Study, 10:00AM.
Oct. 6, Classis Meeting at Trinity CRC in Fremont

Oct. 7, Play and Learn Class, 10:00AM to NOON at Church.

Oct. 9, Fellowship Team Meeting after church.
Oct. 10, Production Team Meeting, 6:30PM at church.
Oct. 23, Annual Chili Cook-Off
Oct. 26, Book Club at Mango's at 6:30. We're reading "The Secret Keeper" by Kate Morton.
Oct. 30, Annual Leadership Retreat

4. PRAYERS

• Pray for those beginning exercise programs.  May God give them discipline to make lifelong godly habits
• Pray for those parents who have had surgeries lately.
• Pray for Amie Anderson's husband who is still healing from back surgery.
• Pray for Alice Crumb who is visiting family in NewYork.
• Praise God for Fred Schossau who is healing well from his back surgery.  He will have surgery on his hernia on the 14th.
• Praise God for those who are gainfully employed.
• Pray for those who are dealing with health issues but are not ready to inform others yet.  
• Praise God for Lisa Crabtree's sister Marilynn had knee replacement surgery on Tuesday which went well.
• "Pray we may show one another God's love and not let evil separate us."
• Pray for people in marriages which are breaking or broken.
• Pray for students to treat each other with respect.
• Patti Lacy’s friend Monica has a cancerous tumor in her abdomen and will be having surgery in two weeks.  Please pray for her healing.  Patti’s friend Gerald is having a biopsy Tuesday of this week.  He may have to have leg amputation because he has cancer.   
• Pray for the family of Kevin Witte, the Holland Christian teacher who was killed last week in a car accident recently.  
• Pray for strained family relationships.
• Praise God for the joy grandchildren bring to grandparents.
• Jim DuRose is recovering from shingles and is doing better.  
• Pray for those dealing with the loss of loved ones.  Anniversaries and holidays are especially difficult.
• Pray for Lilia DuRose's niece Sasha who is past her due date to have her baby.  Also, Lilia’s mother has been having heart issues.
• Paula Blohm asks for prayers for some medical issues she is still dealing with. 
• Praise God for a successful Appendectomy for Mike Cerminaro on Tuesday.
• Pray for Thelma Bergman and family as they mourn the loss of her brother, Jim Cook.
• Pray for Ed Cohea's friend whose mom passed away Tuesday.
• Pray for Nancy Boyden, the aunt of Cheryl Sumerix, who is having heart issues.
• Praise God for workplace conflict which has been resolved well.

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Pastor Matt Eenigenburg
Celebration Community Church
1260 W. Sherman Blvd.                            
Muskegon, MI 49441
www.celebrationmuskegon.org
Like us on Facebook!
(231) 571-4137