Sermon
Christ Is Risen!
He Is Risen, Indeed!
Alleluia!
Youth Sunday January 29, 2023
We do something special on the fifth Sunday of the month. This time, the kids lead the service: reading the lessons, prayers, and hymns. For the sermon hymn, they had us all up. We all joined in a circle, singing "Peace Like a River", raising arms to the music and dancing along.
The Children's Christmas Pageant
The pageant was Sunday, December 18, 2022 at
10:00am during the worship service.
It told a story about a big box that held
a very special gift for all mankind.
Thanks to everyone, all the children and adults,
who helped to make the pageant possible.
Christmas Food Pantry
A special Christmas Food Pantry was held on Friday morning, December 9, 2022 at 9:30am. People started lining up, in the dark, at 7:30am. The usually choice of food was offered with milk, two types of meat, and lots of fresh vegetables.
In addition, a special Christmas "Shop" was set up in the gym. Everyone, child or adult, was allowed to pick out a
free Christmas gift.
Over one hundred clients came to the Food Pantry, many more were waiting for their family member to bring home the needed food and welcome treats. The Pantry will be open on December 16 and 23.
Please consider making a tax deductible donation to keep the Pantry going. You may use credit or debit cards on this
website's "Giving" page or mail a check to our secure mailbox.
Because Gleaners, our main source of food, will be closed, the Pantry will not be open December 30.
Youth Sunday & Pumpkin Party
Sunday, October 30, 2022
Youth Worship Service was 10:00am
The kids did a great job of leading the worship serve.
A Pumpkin Party was held at 11:30.
The kids enjoyed painting their
own pumpkins and taking them home.
Pumpkins, Cider & Donuts were provided.
Doris Bell
August 24, 1931-Ocotober 14, 2022
Doris, a life long member of Iroquois
Avenue Christ Lutheran Church,
died October 13, 2022.
The Bell family invites us all to the Memorial Service for Doris Bell on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 11:00am in our church to remember our wonderful friend who
will be greatly missed.
Donations in memory of Doris may be made to the church.
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OKTOBERFEST "Ein Prost!"
Saturday, September 24, 2022
Family Friendly
German-American Supper
BEER & WINE Available
OKTOBERFEST! After the Covid hiatus, the Fall Supper has been reborn as an Oktoberfest. The large lounge was filled with music, great food, beer, and cheer. Members, neighbors, family, and friends filled the hall. Many thanks to
DeJuane Johnson, our chef,
and to everyone else who helped
make the evening a success.
Hot Dog Day at the Food Pantry
Friday, August 19, 2022
Along with all the usual food at the Pantry, this week we are having hot dogs too!
Thanks to Thrivent Financial for funding the fun event.
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Jacob's Confirmation
Sunday, August 14, 2022
Jacob became a confirmed member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America this week. His fiancee Stephanie, already a confirmed Lutheran, stood up with him.
We welcome them both to the congregation of Iroquois Ave. Christ Lutheran Church.

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Sunday, July 24, 2022: Feed Up Ministry
Pastor Anna Taylor-McCants joined us with information about Fed-UP Ministries. It's SE-Michigan ELCA's newest ministry, a food truck that deliveries hot meals to those in need. This Sunday, the truck was in for repairs, but the food made it here! After worship, we are all invited to enjoy a meal from the Fed-Up. Several choices, including vegetarian and gluten free were available. It was a healthy & delicious lunch.
Sunday, July 24, 2022 2:00pm
Detroit Repertory Theatre
Pulitzer Winning Play
FAIRVIEW
FAIRVIEW made us laugh.
Even more, it made us think and discuss race in America.
Thanks to the Women's Association and Daniel Herman for organizing the theatre outing.

Special Thanks to
First English Lutheran Church,
Grosse Pointe
They made a large donation to the Food Pantry. Now the store room is filled with non-perishable food of every type. Even more important was toilet paper, a necessity you can't buy with Snap (food stamps).
A New Member: July 17, 2022
Edna Mae became a member of Iroquois Avenue Christ Lutheran Church this Sunday. Her friend Rachael stood up with her as Vicar Carm welcomed her to the congregation.
There is more, Sunday was Edna Mae's birthday! A pink birthday cakes was enjoyed during coffee hour, following worship. After the cake, she joined the Women's Association planning the theatre outing next week.

Iroquois Ave. Christ Lutheran Church Has Two New Members!
Sunday, May 1, 2022, we were pleased to welcome two new members to our church. Rachel Pita, left in photo, and DeJuane Johnson have officially joined into the ministry and life of the congregation.
A church not a building, but a gathering family in Christ Jesus. Alleluia!
Baptism: Sunday, July 3, 2022
Another child is welcomed to the
Family of Christ.
Raechel and Justin's daughter was
baptized at Iroquois Avenue Christ
Lutheran Church by Vicar Carm. Raechel's sister and her wife, in from Chicago,
became god parents. Big brother
joined the ceremony and the cousins
from Chicago approved.

BINGO IS BACK!
Friday, June 17, 2022
During the Food Pantry, at 9:30am
In the parking lot.
Join us for Prizes,Treats & More.
Bring your friends & family.
Fun for all ages.
Youth Sunday, May 29, 2022
Young people ran the service this Sunday, with just a little help from the older folk. It was great to see so much youthful energy at church today.
The future of the Christian Church
is in good hands.
Thanks to everyone who helped
make the day a success.
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First Holy Communion
Sunday, May 8, Mothers' Day
Louis, and his brother Quintin, made their First Holy Communion with Vicar Carm on Mother's Day. May they continue growing in Christ. We look forward to them being confirmed in a few years.
Left Photo: Parents, Chrissy & DeJuane,
Quinton, sister Emersyn & Louis
Right Photo: Quinton, Vicar Carm & Louis.

Alleluia! Christ Is Risen!
He Is Risen Indeed, Alleluia!
Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022
With Vicar Carm, we celebrated our first Easter inside the church building since 2019.

Good Friday: April 15, 2022
7:00pm
Passion of the Redeemer
Music, Scripture, & Prayer
Heartfelt gratitude for this wonderful group of folks
who did a great job reading, playing and singing for our
Good Friday presentation "The Passion of the Redeemer."
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Maundy Thursday: April 14, 2022
6:00pm
Special Meal in Commemoration of Jesus's Institution of the Eucharist during the Last Supper.
Meat, Potatoes & Wine Provided
Please bring a salad, dessert or other dish to share.
Sign-up List in Narthex .
After Eucharist (Holy Communion),
the Altar will be stripped in
preparation for Good Friday,


Annual Congregational Meeting
Sunday, March 13, 2022
Richard Bell, our new congregational president, ran the meeting effectively. It was our first
meeting since Vicar Carm joined us. Each ministry or committee presented their reports. Goals were set and a congregational vote held. The meeting ended in prayer after one hour. Copies of the Annual Report are available in the church office.
Ash Wednesday March 2, 2022
This year, Vicar Carm added something new to Ash Wednesday. Ashes were distributed in a "drive through" fashion in the parking lot.
A traditional Ash Wednesday worship service, with Holy Communion was held at 6:00pm.

Welcome Vicar Carm Yero
Near the end of December 2021, Vicar Jeff Oganowski
took his first full time call at St. Philip's Lutheran Church in Trenton, Michigan. He was fully ordained there. We wish him well as he continues his call to serve God.
We have now welcomed Minister Carm Yero as our Vicar . She will preach and conduct Sunday Worship.
She is available to minister to our spiritual needs.
May the ministry of Iroquois Ave. Christ Lutheran Church continue to prosper now that Vicar Carm has joined us.
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