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Sunday, September 21st

By Pastor Donnell —
Vineyard Church of Ann Arbor - Weekly Electronic Bulletin
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Sunday Night Worship Circle - Sunday, September 28th (6pm to 8pm)

Worship is our expression of reverence, honor, and respect to God. Join us for an evening of extended community worship—intimate songs, restorative prayer, and space to encounter God together. Pastor Shaun will be hosting, (address is 329 Oak St., Ypsilanti 48197). Please bring your voice or simply an open heart, (you can also bring a non-electric instrument if you’d like but no “musical ability” is required at all! Please contact Pastor Shaun if you have any questions at (734) 945-7670.

Meet & Eat - Sunday, October 12th (Following Service) 

We know it often takes a lot of courage and energy to come to a new church, and it can be confusing to know if or how to get meaningfully involved. We’d like to make those things a bit easier for anyone who’s new to A2CC! Beginning October 12, the second Sunday of every month after the celebration, anyone who’s new to the church in the last year is invited to come to the cafe' to enjoy a light lunch, meet other new folks, our pastors and some invested members, and hear what we’re about as a church and how to plug in. You don’t need to register! Just show up. Your kids are welcome to come too. We’ll have coloring supplies and Bluey available for them. Upcoming Meet and Eat gatherings will happen after the Sunday celebration on October 12, November 9, December 14 in the cafe’. If you aren’t able to make any of those days, but are interested in having this kind of conversation, email Pastor Hannah <hannah.witte@a2communitychurch.org> and she’d be happy to set up a separate time with you. 

Ladies Paint Night - Friday, October 24th

Ladies of all ages and stages are welcome to join us for an evening of creativity and connection on Friday, October 24th from 7pm to 9pm. Please bring a snack or beverage to pass (wine and chocolate are most welcome), and a $5 donation to cover art supplies. Please sign up in the lobby or RSVP to Jen Paladino so we know how many canvases to prepare. Children must be accompanied by an adult and be able to paint for 2 hours, and we recommend wearing something that can get paint on it as we use acrylics that dry into permanent plastic! Please email mainoffice@a2communitychurch.org with any questions. 

Annual Church Chili Cook-Off - Sunday, October 26th (Following Service)

Our beloved tradition is back! Mark your calendars and plan to stay after the Sunday celebration on October 26th to make a new friend, enjoy some delicious food and laughter together. If you’d like to bring your favorite chili recipe to share, or to help with setup or clean up, please fill out the online form or sign up at the events table in the lobby by October 12th. Together, let’s set the table for connection and memory-making!

Prayers & Condolences 

Our deepest condolences to the Hurshman family as Marlene's father has passed away. Please keep their family in prayer during this difficult time. 

Leadership Incubator - Coming Soon

We’re launching a new Leadership Incubator designed to help emerging and established leaders grow in their calling. Through mentoring, hands-on training, and spiritual formation, this experience will equip you to lead with wisdom and courage. More details coming soon!

Avalon's Community Champion Award & Acceptance Speech

Thank you for your support! At Avalon Housing’s Home for Good fundraiser, where Pastor Donnell received the 2025 Community Champion Award, over $179,000 was raised to support affordable housing in our community. You can read Pastor Donnell’s acceptance speech and view photos from the evening.

Childcare Workers Needed

If you are interested in helping to provide childcare for future church events (like Cultivate Vinyeard), please contact our office administrator at <mainoffice@a2communitychurch.org>. The compensation is $15 per hour, and a background check is required.

Host Your Event at the Church

If you are interested in a hosting a church activity, personal event, or hosting an event for a fellow congregant, please send an email to Dawn Raney, our office administrator, at <mainoffice@a2communitychurch.org>. Please be sure to include the potential date(s) and time(s) for your event, as well as a brief description and space(s) that you would like to reserve.

Need Help or Want to Celebrate Something?

Do you have a need that requires care? Not sure who to contact? We’re here for you! Our new Care Team—made up of 9 congregants and Pastor Donnell—is ready to offer support through cards, phone calls, text messages, limited meal prep and delivery, and visits for those who are sick, shut-in, or homebound. Are you celebrating something special like a graduation, retirement, new job, or new baby? Feeling lonely or want to meet new people? Let us know! As a church family, we want to increase our connectedness and shared responsibility for each other through care. Please click here to access our Online Congregant Care Request Form.

Giving

If you think of the Ann Arbor Community Church as your church home, giving regularly is a way to be a part of the work we’re doing in and outside of our church. We love that we get to play a part in the generosity God extends to others through our benevolence fund, Easter giveaway, Sunday celebrations, ministry of presence, and more. You made it happen through your prayers, service, and financial gifts!

Sunday Morning Prayer

Join us at 10:30am in office A2 (office to the right in the gallery area) each Sunday to pray for our service and our church community.

Homeless Ministry Donations Needed

Homeless Ministry could use specific donations of chocolate Ensure, canned soup (with a pop-top, NOT condensed), granola bars, tuna in packets (NOT canned), and bottled water. Questions? Ask Pastor Shaun at <shaun.walker@a2communitychurch.org> or text him at (734) 945-7670.

Welcome!

If you are new, we have a gift for you as a way to say thanks for taking the risk to join us this morning. Please grab a brown bag on the white table in the sanctuary or at the welcome table in the lobby. If you would like to hear from us, fill out a welcome card and drop it in the offering bag when passed, or you can complete our Online Welcome Card here: https://bit.ly/a2vc-welcome-card

Children's Ministry - Today's Teachers & Lessons

Toddler & PreK Class: Wendy Blackman, Kevin Gin, Kash Richmonds - "God of Justice" (Please note that these classes will be meeting in Room C6!)

1st - 3rd Grade Class: Pat O'Connell, Gina Reed - "God of Justice"

4th - 5th Grade Class: Carole Metzger, Anna Erickson - "God of Justice"

Monitor: Barb Hillaker

Youth Group

6th-12th grade students are invited to gather in the youth room on the first and third Sundays of the month during the service from 11:00am-12:15pm. We start youth group with a game or an activity. There are donuts or some type of treat followed by a quick lesson and faith based discussion. We typically end by sharing prayer requests. Our next youth meeting will be today, September 21st.

Join Us to Pray

You are welcome to join us to pray for our families, our church, and the wider world. We meet virtually at 8pm on Wednesdays and Sundays. If you are able to join us occasionally or have questions, please talk to Barb Hillaker or email her at <barb.hillaker@a2communitychurch.org> for details.

Blue Prayer Cards

Please fill out our online prayer card, and the pastoral staff will pray for you.

One-on-One Prayer

If you would like someone to pray for you personally, email prayerteam@a2communitychurch.org with your name and phone number. Someone on our prayer team will give you a call.

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