SUNDAY BULLETIN | May 4, 2025
Insights
This weekend, the leaders of the Garden Greenhouse Challenge teams will share some insights and discoveries made during the first few phases of this project. As we reflect on the ideas and opportunities, we will explore the potential paths ahead, and consider possibilities. This is an important moment for us as a community to pause, listen, and dream about the future we wish to cultivate together.
Together, we will dig into how we may continue to c0-create a community that fosters belonging-—a place where everyone feels welcome and valued. We will reflect on ways we may nurture spiritual growth, engage in creative arts, and channel our gifts to inspire and transform the world through kindness, compassion, and the love of God.
This is more than a conversation; it’s an invitation to co-create the future of The Garden. By coming together and sharing ideas, we plant seeds for sacred exploration, vibrant community, and profound impact, ensuring that The Garden continues to thrive in fulfilling its mission for years to come. See you Sunday for "Insights"!
ORDER OF SERVICE | |
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SONG: "Another Day in Paradise" | Written by Phil Collins | Doran Nash |
Welcome & Announcements | Betty Brandt |
Intro to the service | Betty Brandt |
Words of Welcome & Centering | Betty Brandt |
Prayer & Harvest Basket | Corey Howard |
SONG: "One Moment in Time" | Written by Albert Hammon & John Bettis | Debra Mullins |
Message | Mark Lynch |
SONG: "Is This the World We Created?" | Written by Freddie Mercury & Brian May | Kimberly Morgan |
Interview & Intro to Letter Writing | Mike Ransom & Bailey Schwartz |
Letter Writing | Mike Ransom |
SONG: "Heal the World" | Written by Michael Jackson | Caroline Smith |
Closing | Mike Ransom |
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Jeremiah 29:11
Devotional Moment
May the air we breathe sweep fearlessness into us:
fearlessness on earth
fearlessness in the heavens.
May fearlessness be our guard in front and behind us.
May we lose all fear of friend or enemy.
May we not fear the known or the unknown.
May we not fear the night or the day.
This day may all the world be our friend.
Vedic Prayer (ancient Indo-European religion of India)
Norman Shanks
OUR SERVING TEAMS: | |
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The Good Earth Band | Music Director: Doran Nash; Keyboards - Michael Read; Guitar - Michael Clark; Drums - Mike Kessler |
Creative Team | Creative Director: Dave Bradley, Betty Brandt, Becky Cheetham, Christina Fidone, Joleen House, Kimberly Morgan, Doran Nash, Marci Struble |
Hospitality Team | Hospitality Director: Tricia Frye, Kevin & Jessica Young, Konnie & John Schlechte, Tom Ford, Shannon Robinson, Beth Young |
Technical Team | Technical Director: Scott Carroll, Matthew Vire, Tom Ford, Arcy Clark, Jaco Carroll |
Stepping Stones | Program Coordinator: LeaAnn Koekenberg |
OPPORTUNITIES:
List of Services
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May 4 - RIPPLE EFFECT CHOIR CONCERT
The Ripple Effect Choir encourages acceptance, nurtures well-being, and promotes a sense of community while transforming social awareness through the enormous power of music. Hosted by Westfield Pride Belong.Sunday, May 4, 4:30pm, New Joy Lutheran Church, 316 W 156th St, Westfield, free, donations appreciated.
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May 13 - SPIRITUALITY & PSYCHEDELICS
The presenter is Rabbi Jay Michaelson from the Emory Center for Psychedelics & Spirituality. What does therapeutic, spiritual, and recreational psychedelic use look like today? What are the promises and perils of using psychedelics to treat depression, PTSD, anxiety, and other conditions. Presented by Spirit & Place & the JCC. Tuesday, May 13, 6:30-8pm, JCC, Laikin Auditorium, 6701 Hoover Rd, free. Enter door #5 and present photo ID.
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Now - CHURCH & SOCIETY LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
The United Methodist Church maintains an office in Washington DC to lobby for life enhancing legislation. If you are curious about what the United Methodist Church stands for and/or if you want to join with its advocacy efforts, click the button to visit a page with links for action.
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Now - "REFUGEES WELCOME HERE" YARD SIGNS & T-SHIRTS
This is one thing we can do to support our refugee neighbors. Many are frightened and unsure of their futures. Order online then pick up your purchases at Exodus Refugee's offices at 2457 E Washington St Ste A, Indianapolis.