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AN AFTERNOON with CYBELLE SHATTUCK WMU faculty and author of “Faith, Hope, and Sustainability: The Greening of US Faith Communities.” Saturday, February 18 from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. St. Thomas More Catholic Parish Church, 421 Monroe St. All are welcome....

IT’S INCOME TAX TIME

IT’S INCOME TAX TIME Do you know that you could reduce your federal income tax if you have an IRA and are age 70-1/2 or older? Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) are mandatory for people with IRAs and are age 73 or older (recently changed from age 72 in the SECURE...

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS FROM ENDOWMENTS

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS FROM ENDOWMENTS

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS FROM ENDOWMENTS Several endowments have been established at our church with portions designated to be utilized for scholarships and/or grants. Each endowment is overseen by a specific committee of Session responsible for fulfilling the intent...

WALK TO END HOMELESSNESS 

WALK TO END HOMELESSNESS 

WALK TO END HOMELESSNESS Housing Resources, Inc. presents the 5K Walk to End Homelessness 2023. Saturday, March 18, 10:00 a.m. at Kalamazoo Growler – Homer Stryker Field. Event information and online registration now available. www.housingresourcesinc.org....

Pine Island Chapel Update 2.12.23

Pine Island Chapel Update 2.12.23

John Woollam, a donor who is as committed as we are to the construction of the chapel at our Pine Island Campus, has offered a $20,000 grant to continue the construction project. His offer of matching funds comes at a critical time. What began as an estimated $250,000...

Taizé Prayer Service during Lent

Taizé Prayer Service during Lent

Taizé Prayer Service Taizé service for today is postponed. There will be services every Sunday evening during Lent. 7:00 p.m. Taizé Prayer is evening prayer for all Christian faiths. It is a simple, meditative form of worship centering in simple songs, readings, and...

Gathering Grounds: Looking for baristas!

Gathering Grounds Sunday morning coffee service is in need of baristas!Would you like to help serve coffee and donuts on Sunday mornings?We would love to have you join us.Each person is scheduled on a rotating basis and serves with one other person.Arrive at 9:00 a.m....

SAVE THE DATE: Carrie Newcomer Concert & Workshop

SAVE THE DATE: Carrie Newcomer Concert & Workshop

Carrie Newcomer in Concert! Saturday, March 11 at 7:00 p.m. Free to all. No reservations required. "...an astute observer with a keen knack for a poignant melody, and persuasive rhythm.” The Boston Globe Workshop Sunday March 12 following Worship. Please, register at:...

Chili Cook Off! 2.26.23

Come & Enjoy Delicious Chilis and then vote for your favorite chili and table decorations. There will be PRIZES! All proceeds go to ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING. February 26, after 10:00 Worship. Tickets sold same day before Church or at the event.