I would like to treat you to the words of one of my favorite older songs. It is "Rushing Wind" by Keith Green. The first two verses go like this:"Rushing wind blow through this temple, Blowing out the dust within. Come and breathe your breath upon me, I've been born again."
"Holy spirit, I surrender, take me where you want to go. Plant me by your living water, Plant me deep so I can grow."
Do you sometimes feel like a building that is abandoned and broken down, seemingly unused for Godly things? Thank God that his Spirit restores that which is broken down and blows out the dust of inactivity. He desires to use you in his plans. Pray for God to make you useful today! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqhS17wt_pE
1. Noteworthy Events
- SUNDAY, Prayer Time, 9:30AM in the prayer room just off the worship center.
- August 19, Bowling at Sherman Lanes, 6:30-8:30PM.
- August 24, Pray For Muskegon. Attached is a prayer guide to help.
- August 23 – Hospitality Team Meeting, Noon. This includes those involved in info booth helpers, greeters, and coffee team. All those who would like to be part of the team are welcome too.
- September 1, Book Club, We will meet at the Pita Place at 6:30PM to discuss “The Tower, the Zoo, and the Tortoise” by Julia Stewart.
October 18 – Grand Opening
2. Youth Ministries
- SUNDAY, Summer Sunday Nights, The 6th-12th grade students will gather ONE LAST TIME this summer at Calvin Church at 6:00PM before going to Mike & Connie's for swimming, Bible study, and most importantly the food! We will return to church at 8:30PM.
- SUNDAY, Summer Sunday Nights, The 6th-12th grade students will gather ONE LAST TIME this summer at Calvin Church at 6:00PM before going to Mike & Connie's for swimming, Bible study, and most importantly the food! We will return to church at 8:30PM.
3. Sunday
When we fail to forgive others, our faith becomes corrupted and toxic. However, forgiveness is a gift from God that brings healing to the soul. Invite a friend as we continue our "Toxic Faith" series. (Ephesians 4:31-32)
4. Missions Opportunity - Christian Reformed World Missions is seeking an interested individual/family to undertake a missionary career in Haiti as a full-time Youth Leadership Developer. The qualified candidate will help the ministries of the CRCNA in Haiti reach out to and engage young Haitian Christian leaders in ministry both in churches and communities. For more information see:. http://www2.crcna.org/pages/
5. Prayers · The new people he has brought to Celebration over this past year.
· The excitement surrounding our building project
· Genuine relationships at Celebration that are being built.
· Men that are standing up to follow His call and work.
· God’s forgiveness when we doubt his leading in our lives.
· Pastor Matt’s mom who is recovering well from a slight stroke.
Pray for:
· Patti Lacy's knee surgery on Friday, August 14. Pray for wisdom for the physicians and that her body will be healthy for the surgery.
· Those recovering from illness, injury, and medical procedures lately.
· Those getting over abusive relationships.
· Pray for Wayne Kittle's uncle Fred who is suffering from Pancreatic Cancer.
· Sharon Bergman's brother David has started dialysis to deal with kidney failure.
· Those who want to be baptized. We are thankful for God's work in their lives.
· The Maat’s who will be attending Allen Avenue CRC. May God bless them and keep them strong.
· Families that are in need of help due to a break up in the home. Pray for healing of broken hearts and encouragement as they work through disappointments.
· The police officers and law enforcement officials. Upholding the law is a difficult job to do.
· The continued progress in the building program. It is exciting!
· The homeless in Muskegon.
· Those who are struggling with anxiety issues which "paralyze" them.
· Those who have lost loved ones recently. May God comfort them in their time of grief.
· All of the unspoken prayers on our hearts that only God knows.
· Healing for Pastor Matt’s back.
· Pray for those who are learning to let God control all of the areas of their life.
· Pray for those who are struggling with forgiving others due to past wrongs against them.
· Pray for our leaders at church that God would make them bold and eager to do his will.
· People getting out of prison and their transitions. May God direct them to true freedom and fruitfulness.· Those who want to be baptized. We are thankful for God's work in their lives.
· The Maat’s who will be attending Allen Avenue CRC. May God bless them and keep them strong.
· Families that are in need of help due to a break up in the home. Pray for healing of broken hearts and encouragement as they work through disappointments.
· The police officers and law enforcement officials. Upholding the law is a difficult job to do.
· The continued progress in the building program. It is exciting!
· The homeless in Muskegon.
· Those who are struggling with anxiety issues which "paralyze" them.
· Those who have lost loved ones recently. May God comfort them in their time of grief.
· All of the unspoken prayers on our hearts that only God knows.
· Healing for Pastor Matt’s back.
Pastor Matt Eenigenburg
Celebration Community Church
1260 W. Sherman Blvd.
Muskegon, MI 49441
www.celebrationmuskegon.org
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(231) 571-4137
Celebration Community Church
1260 W. Sherman Blvd.
Muskegon, MI 49441
www.celebrationmuskegon.org
Like us on Facebook!
(231) 571-4137
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