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Congregations are invited to send in information about congregational events that they would like other congregations to know about. Send your news to communications@cofchristngl.org.

New Park of the Pines Group, November 20
Do you have kids that no longer attend church? Do you have friends that you used to go to camp and church with but not longer see them at church activities? Well here's a chance for you to invite them to reconnect with a church function that will be in a relaxed, enjoyable, no-guilt setting. The newly formed Park of the Pines Group is meant for these folks. This Saturday, November 20th we will host a brunch, some hanging out and a relaxed worship/discussion about the positive progressive things that the church is doing today. Please invite folks to come and join us from 10:00-2:00. If your family member/friends would feel better with you coming along (even though you may attend church regularly) that would be great!
If you know who will attend for sure let us know so we can plan on enough food. winnie_bill@hotmail.com or phone Winnie & Bill Johnston 231-627-4062

Church Leaders and the Law, November 13
At the Midland congregation, by Karen Minton, General Counsel to the church, and Karen Waring, costodian of Child Proctection Policies for the church. We need to have a complete count no latter than Monday November 8th for this workshop. Pre-register at www.cofchrist.org or by sending in the form on the back of this flyer. Your pre-registration will determine materials and food available at this workshop
flyer . . .

Journey House Senior High Weekend, November 5-7
Our Senior High Weekend is an annual event that gives high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to visit Journey House, Michigan State University and East Lansing, and to receive personal tours and firsthand accounts from college students who are currently in the area.

This event is not only for high school students interested in attending MSU or any of the surrounding schools, but any student looking forward to attending college. Much of the knowledge and experience shared during the weekend will be invaluable to students wherever they chose to attend school.

Attached you will find an informative flyer to post in your congregation, as well as a copy of the registration form. Please feel free to duplicate and distribute either of these items as you feel necessary. Information and forms are also available on our website.

We are looking forward to a great experience this year and we’re very excited about offering this special weekend to the senior high in attendance! Communicating this unique opportunity to senior high youth is of great importance. We want all who are considering a college education in the greater Lansing area, or anywhere else, to be aware of this event. Thank you for assisting us in communicating this information throughout your congregation and your area.

Senior High Weekend is November 5-7, 2010 and the registration cost is $40. Space is limited, so we ask that registrations be sent by October 30, 2010. contact

October - Clergy Appreciation Month
Letter to Congregations

New Park of the Pines Group, October 24
All of us know many church members who no longer attend their local congregations. Some of these folks we may see occasionally at camps and reunions at Park of the Pines. Some, we simply never see. A group will begin meeting at the Park for worship, fellowship, and service that we hope will attract these individuals. Our hope is that a casual setting with informal worship and, of course, the beauty of Park of the Pines, will better meet the needs of those who are not attending their home congregations.

The first Park of the Pines Group meeting will be October 24 th . It will begin at 12:00 noon with lunch provided. We hope to have a small work project that we can complete on the grounds for those interested. We will end our day with an informal worship. Please invite individuals you may know that we don’t see every Sunday at church to come and enjoy this event. People can come for lunch and stay for the afternoon, just lunch, or just the afternoon. We want to make this a very relaxed and inviting experience.

If you know of folks who are planning to attend, please let us know so we can make an educated guess on the amount of food to prepare for lunch.

winnie_bill@hotmail.com or phone Winnie & Bill Johnston 231-627-4062

Spiritual Formation Retreat, October 22-23
Early registration deadline September 22, 2010
Bluewater Campground, Brochure

2010 Peace Colloquy
Be a part of our 17th annual Peace Colloquy. This year's Peace Colloquy will be held at the Temple in Independence on October 29-31. Theme: Children Cry, We Respond! The Peace Award Ceremony will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, October 29th. Community of Christ's International Peace Award recipient for this year is Greg Mortenson, co-founder and executive director of Central Asia Institute. Further information and online registration is available at www.CofChrist.org/PeaceColloquy. Early-bird registration deadline is October 1.

Note: Greg Mortenson will be speaking at the Alpena Public Library on September 28. Contact Wendy Brooks for details.

MI Mission Center Organizing Conference, October 15-17
The conference will be held October 15-17, 2010 at the Horizons Conference Center, 6200 State Street, Saginaw, MI 48603. Our theme for the weekend is "We are Many, We are One". Guest ministry: Prophet-President Steve Veazey, Apostle Stassi Cramm and President of Seventy John Wight. Cost for the weekend is $5/person or $20/family maximum. All fees include youth activities. Saturday lunch and supper will be on your own. Please note early registration deadline of Friday, October 1st. Honoring this will greatly help in planning . Registration Form
Registration, map, schedule, overnight accommodations etc...
Youth Parental Permission Form
Conference Letter
Conference Agenda
Campgrounds Budgets
Michigan Mission Center Budget
Proposal - Delegate and Ex Officio Representation
Proposal - Initiation and Consideration of Legislation

Graceland Night, September 27
Eastside congregation, Burton, Michigan
Flyer

Senior High Retreat, September 24-26
Park of the Pines, cost $25.00, starts 7:00 p.m. Fri. September 24, ends noon September 26. Grades 9=12. Skip Twitchell, Graceland University Admissions Counselor for the Michigan area, will be part of the staff and will be giving a presentation.
contact * flyer

Heath & Sprituality Workshop, September 24-25
Early registration deadline September 10, 2010
Community of Christ Temple, Brochure

Women's Retreat, September 17-19
Cost $35.00. Theme will be personal growth insight; appreciation for what you have. Registration will be only a head count of how many are coming and charge costs will accepted at retreat registration time. Mary Palka is the director. Please let Mary know if you are coming by e-mail: mary_palka@yahoo.com. Please have registration in by just after Labor day. Flyer

Priesthood Event, September 11
Beyond the Pew - Waterford, Michigan. Please register by September 5. Brochure

SALT II (Studies for Advanced Leadership Training)
Registration deadline August 15, 2010
This is a three year commitment of three weekends a year. The classes meet Friday evening, all day Saturday, and Sunday morning. We will be meeting at campgrounds each time. Note: The first session is September 17-19, 2010. The April 29-May 1 session is in 2011. Brochure, Application

Spectacular 2010, July 24-31
Registration deadline June 4.
Flyer, Event Selection, Registration, Staff Application

Young Adult Leadership Retreat, May 21-23
At the Woodlands - flyer

Junior High/Senior High Retreat, May 7-9
There will be a combination Jr. High / Sr. High retreat May 7th - 9th at Park of the Pines. Check in will begin at 6:00 Friday night and check out at 11:00 Sunday morning. Our guest Minster will be Tim Ross and family from the Blue Water Mission Center. Come and join us one and all youth! This is also the kick off to work week so we will be taking on tasks to beautify the park.

Aaronic Priesthood Retreat, May 7-8
Bluewater Campgrounds, early registration deadline, April 4
brochure

WORLD CONFERENCE 2010, April 10-17

Mission Center Consolidation
We are pleased to announce the World Church Leadership Council approved the Michigan Mission Center consolidation proposal on December 14, 2009. Your prayers for God's guidance are appreciated in this time of transition!

We are more than happy to listen to suggestions, concerns, or address rumors at any time. We will do our very best to keep communications open and timely. We invite any who are interested in working on the various aspects of consolidation to volunteer their service on a task force.

February 28, 2010
The missionary coordinator's meeting with Seventy Diane McNeil will be held on Sunday, Februay 28 at the Gaylord Church. Diane will present a class at the 10:00 hour and give the message at 11:00, followed by a potluck. Diane will then talk with all interested persons concerning ways to reach out into their communities. Please send a representative from your congregation if possible to attend this day-long event. All are welcome.

Single Adults Retreat 2010, July 11-17
Spiritual Renewal and Social Justice Retreat at Graceland University. Details . . .

February 21, 2010 - Special Offering
As we move forward with preparations for the 2010 World Conference and with our recent focus on what's happened in Haiti, we wanted to take this time to remind you of the World Conference Special Offering that will occur on Sunday, February 21st.

For more information on the Conference Offering and an update on the very generous contributions to Haiti, please view the attached note.

January 2010 Update

February 12-13, 2010
We have another opportunity to vision with the First Presidency in February. President Becky Savage will be at Blue Water Campground February 12 (7:00p) - 13 (4:30p) for a two-day retreat. The cost is only $30 and you can RSVP at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=216085877258&ref=mf. The First Presidency is being very intentional on hearing the concerns of young adults from all over North America and we in Michigan have the unique opportunity to have a second chance to share our vision for the future of the church! Please consider coming for this important retreat to share your vision of where the church is heading.

Ventures
Ventures is a program for Senior High youth. They gather 1 weekend a month in Jan, Feb, Mar, and April at various congregations to plan a worship for the congregation on Sunday morning. They also visit families on Sat. afternoon. It is a great training for youth, helping them find their giftedness, develop it, and share. They grow spiritually as well as have a lot of fun! Details and application forms

• January 15-17
• February 19-21
• March 19-21
• April 23-25

January 17, 2010
As the church prepares for the 2010 World Conference, April 10-17, Prophet-President Stephen M. Veazey is involved with the worldwide church in seeking the mind and will of God.

Sunday, January 17 at 3 p.m. (CST) President Veazey will bring words of guidance and inspired counsel as the church continues to engage in prayer, discussion, and discernment about important issues. The church is invited and encouraged to participate through on-site attendance at the Temple in Independence, Missouri, and via live webcast at www.CofChrist.org.

Please join the World Church Leadership Council in prayerful support of Brother Veazey and the church as we continue our journey with God into the future.

Detroit Hope
We encourage congregations to include this insert in their bulletins. We are planning to share monthly stories about the ministries at Detroit Hope for the next few months leading up to "Miracle Sunday" on January 17th. Thank you for your support!!!
Bulletin insert

2010 Florida Winter Reunion
Welcome Letter
Brochure

September 11 - 13, 2009
Mission Center Conference
2010 World Conference Delegates

GUEST MINISTRY
Scheduled exchange speakers and details of the program can be seen under the Congregations tab to the left. Due to the large number of activities during the months of July and August, there will no scheduled visiting ministry.

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CONDITIONS OF MEMBERSHIP
Special Announcement from World Church

November 29, 2009
The rally week-end for November has been cancelled. We used the celebration at Evart as a substitute.

Intern Positions
World Church has openings for four intern positions: