Missionary Chapters Meeting
The Neva Lane and Milner/Herner Chapters will meet together on Tuesday, May
7th, at 7:00 pm in the Conference Room.
NMI Council Meeting
The next NMI Council meeting is June 12th at 6:00pm.
Distinguished Service Award
The Distinguished Service Award will be presented Sunday, June 30th. If
you wish to submit someone’s name for this award, please pick up a
form at the Welcome Center and turn it in to the Welcome Center by
Sunday, May 26th.
Richfield Mission Reminders
Richfield Children (6th grade and under)
May Birthday’s (continued)
5/14 Miles McGuire
5/15 Joseph Ewing
Betty Finn Stefani Flewelling
Cheryl Morse Katelynn Diehl
Ryan VanSteenburg
5/16 Warren Owen
5/17 Phyllis Jones
James Starnes
5/18 David Austill
5/19 Greg Francis
5/20 Riley Cox
5/22 Roger Brown
Janice Grainger
5/23 Dalilia Myers
5/24 Raegan Duffy
Lana Nyswaner
5/25 Bill Herner
Madison Freeman
5/26 Debbie Harvey Sherry Smith Melissa Wills
5/27 Erika Wright
5/28 Kathy Fick
5/30 Paul Hilborn
5/31 Janice Bell
Eighteen 30 All FRIDAY nights will have food and activities! Eighteen 30 is for anyone between the ages of 18 and 30.
Fridays in May @ 7:30 pm in the Youth Café:
May 3rd & 4th - Crown Financial Seminar (See Tom or Laurie for scholarship information)
May 10th - Bible Study led by Brandon Perry
May 17th - Gym/Game Night & Summer Planning.
May 23rd (Thursday) - Meet at Calvary Presbyterian Church to support our Richfield
Men’s Softball team. Join us after the game for dessert, at approximately 8:00 pm at
Big Boy in Davison.
May 31st - Campfire...hot dogs & smores out at the Richfield Pavilion.
Dear Church
family,
We want to thank
you for the
wonderful dinner you gave us
for Michael Moore and the
beautiful picture.
Thanks again,
Bob & Joann Hetzer
From the family of Michael
Moore, we want to thank you
and the members of your
congregation for providing and
hosting the bereavement dinner
of Michael Moore.
Summer Camps at Water’s Edge! Did you know that our church's Christian campgrounds, Water's Edge, has gobs of great stuff planned for kids this summer?! Their program is specially designed for those who have just finished 1st - 6th Grades! There'll be swimming in the lake, paintball for the older kids, crafts, songs, hikes, cool counsel-ors from Olivet Nazarene University, yummy camp food, special messages about the Lord, and tons of friends just waiting to meet you! See Mrs. Joy Burger for information about assistance with camp costs. CAMP DISCOVERY (Completed grades 1-2) Dates: July 18-19 Cost: $100 This camp is structured to give the youngest of our campers an introduction to the Water's Edge Camp experience. An overnight kid's camp that includes the following activities: swimming, the use of our awesome water slide, chapel, camp games and singing around a cozy campfire. Even at this age your child will have an excellent experience learning the value of trust and friendship in a totally secure environ-ment. Chapel service by "Totally Bananas"! CHAMP CAMP (Completed grades 3-4) Dates: July 14-18 Cost: $200 Description: This will be a week to remember as campers experience exciting adventures such as the 30’ climbing wall, archery, 40’ waterslide, and canoe-ing. Your kids will stay active throughout this week as they are challenged to achieve their personal and team goals. By the end of this week your camper will have confidence they are a Champ in Christ! Chapel services will be presented by "Totally Bananas"! LEAP WEEK (Completed grades 5-6) Dates: June 16-21 Cost: $250 Description: This will be an exciting week packed full of adventure and fun! Your camper will have the opportunity to participate in: archery, paintball, 30’ climbing wall, high ropes challenge course & zipline, waterslide, and canoeing. This camp is specifically structured to help kids make the "leap" between childhood and adolescence. Chapel Services by "Team Extreme.”
Richfield Women’s Ministries Out of the Boxes & Into the Books Scrapbooking
Friday, May 10th from 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. in the Conference
Room. Whether you are a beginner just sorting and organizing your
pictures or a skilled scrap booker, come and join us for an evening
of fellowship!
Richfield Primetimer’s A Mexican Celebration “Cinco De Mayo”
On Monday, May 6th, meet at 12:00 pm at El Cozumel Mexican Grill in
the Courtland Center, 4190 E. Court St. The cost for lunch is $5.00 for the
special, or you may order off the menu. Sign up at the Welcome Center
by Sunday, April 28th.
Potluck
On Tuesday, May 21st, there will be a potluck at 12:00 pm in the
Fellowship Hall. Baked Chicken and drinks will be provided. Please
bring a dish to pass and some games. Please sign up at the Welcome
Center by Sunday, May 19th.
Richfield Youth (th-12th Grade) NYI Council Meeting There is an NYI Council Meeting on Sunday, May 5th at 5:00pm in the Youth Café.
Graduation Service Sunday, May 19th during the 10:30 am service. This has been a tradition at Richfield to honor
our graduating seniors. If you have not received a letter with requested information for this service, contact Pastor Jamey. Summer Camps at Water’s Edge Camp in Howell Register before June 1st to receive an additional $25 discount. Registration forms on Youth Board.
BASE CAMP Completed Grades 7-8 July 7th-12th - $250.00 Description: This will be a week to remember! Campers will have a blast participating in all sorts of fun activities: archery, paintball, 30’ climbing wall, high ropes challenge course & zipline, waterslide, blob and canoeing. During this week campers are equipped with the skills to build a strong "base" in their Christian faith. You don't want your kids to miss this one! Chapel Services: Chapel services by Joel Heald and a live band from ONU.
ENCOMPASS Completed Grades 9-12 June 23rd-28th - $250.00 Dates: June 23-28 Description: This will be a week your teen will remember! Packed full of exciting activities that every teenager loves, there's lots to choose from: archery, paintball, 30’ climbing wall, high ropes challenge course & zipline, waterslide, blob and canoeing. This camp is designed to equip your teen with spiritual direction in an often confusing world. This will be the ultimate camp experience! Chapel Services: Chapel Services by Andrew Arp and a live band from ONU.
Richfield
May Anniversaries 5/5
Chester & Gladys Diehl (70th)
Bud & Vera Wilson
Tom & Kay Roat
5/6
Bed & Vera Wilson
5/9
Bill & Sally Schaffer
5/10
Tom & Laurie Griffin
5/11
George & Angie Roesner
David & Trina Simpson
John & Diane Williams
5/12
Bruce & Joy Burger
5/19
Greg & Alisha Austill
5/21
Mark & Sue Clark
5/22
Jim & Jaylene Elmslie
5/23
Everett & Shirley Hopkins
5/29
Gary & Merilee Williams
5/30
Jack & Beverly Brovont
5/31
Tom & Ann Roat
Richfield Church of the Nazarene
7524 E. Mt. Morris Rd.
Otisville, MI 48463
7524 Mt. Morris Rd. Otisville, MI 48463
Phone: 810-653-6218 Fax: 810-653-9374 E-mail: [email protected]
Richfield Church of the
Nazarene
The Love of Christ
Compels Us
Alan Duce Lead Pastor
Jerry Sipes Pastor of Worship
Joy Burger Children’s Director
Jan Duce Associate Pastor [email protected]
Jamey Fawcett Pastor of Youth
Rev. Clarence Moorhouse Associate Pastor
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OR CURRENT RESIDENT
Ed Bolin Bookkeeper
Anne Krist Office Manager
Kina Close Office Secretary
Karen Gildner Office Secretary
Ministerial Staff
OFFICE Staff
May Birthdays
5/1
Elma Green Kennedy Iddins Tresa Langdon
5/2 Kara Barkman
George Forsyth Monika Rivers Darlene Witt
5/3 Nick Cousins
Carter Dirkse Robert Hetzer
5/4 Mike Boyle Jim Elmslie
Jenna Simmonds Gavin Smith
Nicholas Smith Jason VanSteenburg
5/5 Maria Forsyth
Cassie Moorhouse Doug Roberts
Teresa Sherman Erma Taylor (100th)
Bill Taylor
5/6 Kennedy Krist Diane Thom
Nathan Tuttle
5/7 Wendy Brimley Mark Purcell
5/8 Madisen Cousins Rochelle Naegle
5/9 Amy Fitch Paul Gregor
Jeff Haggard Nancy VanWagoner
5/10 Charles Clark John Medina Steve Wang
5/11 Tyler VanSteenburg
5/12 John Fry
Matthew Payne Janice Smith
Derrick Terwilliger
5/13 Elizabeth Clark
Financial Freedom Seminar
There is still time to sign up for the Crown Financial Freedom Seminar on
Friday, May 3rd, from 6:00-9:00 pm and Saturday, May 4th, from 9:00 am-
12:00 pm. A couple may now attend for only $25, (by sharing a single
workbook). Crown recommends that you each have your own workbook. If
you prefer to have your own workbook, then the cost remains at $50 a
couple. If you need childcare, please indicate on your registration form, since it is
available. Please contact Russ Perry for more information at (810)577-9607.
CPR (Includes using an AED) Class Offered
Saturday, May 11th, from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm; class will be at Richfield
Church in the Fellowship Hall. Cost for the class is $25/person. A certification
card will be given after the class. Please sign up & pay at the Welcome
Center.
Patriotic Musical “I Salute You”
Open to all who like to sing from age 14 to 114 years of age. Practices will
be on Sunday afternoons from 4:30-5:45 pm starting May 5th in the Choir
Room, located right behind the sanctuary platform. The Musical will be
performed on Sunday, July 7th at 10:30 am. (No practices on Mother’s Day,
Father’s Day, and Memorial Day Weekend).
Richfield Run/Walk/Bike Group beginning soon
Let’s get active together! The Richfield Run/Walk/Bike group will meet at
Richfield Park, Pavilion #5, at 6:00 pm every Thursday (rain or shine) for
fun and fellowship. No matter what your condition or age, come and
join us for an hour of activity. Bring the kids—and even the dog—if you
want. Watch for a start date...we’re ready to get on the move!
11th Annual Baby Bottle Campaign
The annual Baby Bottle campaign will begin Mother’s Day, and run
until Father’s Day. This program is designed to raise money for the
Pregnancy Center of Lapeer that communicates the gospel of Jesus
Christ to women, men and children affected by an unplanned
pregnancy. Bottles will be distributed as you leave the sanctuary on Sunday, May
12th. Please fill your bottle with extra change and return it on Sunday, June 16th.
Mother’s Day
The evening Worship service will be lifted on Sunday, May 12th, so that you may
spend this evening with your family. Have a Happy Mother’s Day.
Eastside Mission Fundraiser at Wojo’s
Wojo’s Garden Splendors is hosting a fundraiser for the Flint Eastside
Mission. They will earn 10% from each sale if you tell them at the
checkout you are shopping to benefit the Eastside Mission. Shop on
Wednesday or Thursday, May 22nd and 23rd, at any of the three Wojo’s locations,
Davison, Ortonville, or Lake Orion.
Volunteer Week at Water’s Edge Camp is Here! MAY 20-25, 2013
Here is an opportunity to participate in some service projects that will benefit the
camp and get you, your family or church group outdoors and serving others. The
work done this week will reach so many all summer who come to Water's Edge
Camp to be ministered to. Camping is free during this week of volunteer activity for
those participating. Projects include: painting, cleaning, gardening, etc. If you are
willing and available to participate at any level for this week please contact Rob
Lewis at 517-442-5188 or [email protected].
Memorial Day
There will be no evening service on Sunday, May 26th, due to the Memorial
Weekend.
The Richfield Reader
Richfield News and Updates
May 2013