MLC NEWS

​ONLINE GIVING

Online giving is an easy way to give to MLC, and there are three ways to do it:
1) Go to this link: churchcenter.com/giving

2) Download the Church Center app on your phone or tablet.

3) Text your dollar amount (with a dollar sign in front of it) to 84321.

 

3M MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

Men’s Bible Study meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at 6:30, in the Fireside Room. Bring your Bible (paper or digital) and join us!

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PRAYER TEAM (Thursdays at 10:15 am)

In the Fireside Room. Email pastor.stier@mlcjoliet.org for more information.

 

POW! (PRAYER OUTREACH WARRIORS)

You are invited to join a newly organized time of prayer for our church. It is in addition to the Thursday morning Prayer Team. This extra time of prayer will focus on inviting the Holy Spirit to lead and guide our church as we seek to be faithful to Jesus Christ and be known for sharing His love and teachings – both within our church family as well as outside our church walls. We will meet monthly to pray for our pastors and staff, leadership, ministries, life groups, those serving, outreach opportunities as well as specific events (i.e., VBS, WinterBlast). We hope you will join us. We start in January!  Attend either Wednesday evening or Saturday morning. Questions may be directed to Beth Hohisel (815) 735-7897 or Cindi Souza (815) 931-8478.

 

When: The first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary;

             The following Saturday at 10:00 am in the Gathering House.

 

“INSIGHT” ADULT BIBLE STUDY (Sundays at 9:30 am)

Join us for adult Bible study/Sunday school in Fellowship Hall on Sunday mornings at 9:30. 

 

FAITH & BODY CHALLENGE LIFE GROUP (Thursdays 9 to 10 am)

Faith & Body has started to meet on Thursdays mornings. The Faith and Body group is dedicated to help each other to improve their health. We meet September through May in the FLC from 9 – 10 am for walking, stretching and faith building time. There is no cost, and you are welcome to bring a friend.  Please register on the Messiah website under Faith & Body. Contact Sherri at 815-741-4488 or email bookkeeper@MLCjoliet.org for more information.

 

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)

Calling all moms from pregnancy onward to join a supportive community of moms! Each meeting has a different topic related to parenting, and childcare is provided. We get to know each other more, watch a video from a MOPS speaker, have a discussion, and end with a devotional. Meetings are typically every-other Friday at 9:30 am. Contact Amy at amy12miller@gmail.com with any questions. Our final meeting, before we break for summer, will be Friday, May 24.

 

OWLS (Older, Wise, Loving Seniors)

Our next luncheon is Tuesday, May 14 at noon. Please sign up in the Narthex.

 

MEMORY BEARS

The Memory Bears Group meets once a month to make teddy bears out of clothing from people who have passed away, to comfort the grieving.  We would love to have you join us! We have jobs that do not require sewing. We meet the fourth Tuesday of every month at 9 am - 12 pm in Fellowship Hall.

 

MESSIAH QUILTERS

The Messiah Quilters meets on the third Tuesday of every month 9 am – 12 pm in Fellowship Hall.  We have a lot of quilts ready to complete and if you can tie a knot, you can help us out.  We even have jobs you can do sitting down.  Think about stopping in and see what we do.  If you are unable to join us and would like to sew at home, we have kits available. Contact Kathy at scpbklane@aol.com for more information or any questions you may have. 

 

DAYBREAK SHELTER VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers are needed to serve dinner to at Daybreak Homeless Shelter in Joliet. The commitment is from 5 - 7 pm on the second Monday of each month. A team of Messiah members meets at the shelter to set up and serve dinner. Sign up in the Narthex.

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MICRO PANTRY

Messiah has developed a micro-food pantry that is housed in the closet across from the church office. This ministry is 100% donation driven and maintained by the Evangelism Board. You can support this ministry through prayer, and through monetary or food donations. Contact the church office for more info.

 

PRAYER CHAIN

Messiah uses a Prayer Chain made up of people willing to pray for our members, community, and nation in times of crisis. Prayers are confidential and anonymous, as much as possible. You can make a difference through the gift of your prayers.

Contact Cindi Souza at regency118@comcast.net or Pastor Dave Stier at pastor.stier@mlcjoliet.org to become a partner.

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MESSIAH KIDS & STUDENT MINISTRIES

MESSIAH KIDS SUNDAY 11 am

We encourage all kids pre-k thru 5th grade to be a part of Messiah Kids church at 11 am after the kids' message in the Family Life Center (FLC). Kids will experience God during this time with weekly themes, songs, short movie clips, games and prizes. All are encouraged to attend.

 

PRE-K THROUGH 5TH GRADE SUNDAY SCHOOL (Sundays at 9:30 am)

Make sure to bring your children to Sunday school upstairs every Sunday.

 

MESSIAH KIDS WEDNESDAYS (Wednesdays at 6:30 pm)

Have your K-5th grader join us for a great time on Wednesdays for a fun night of worship, lessons, games, crafts, and connection with the Bible and friends! Registration $15 per child. Maximum of $45 per family. Questions? Contact Beth Hohisel bhohisel@hotmail.com or 815-735-7897.  Our final week for the season was April 17th.  Summer fun starts June 5th.  The fall season resumes in September.

 

STAY N PLAY (Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11:30)

Stay N Play is a weekly playgroup for children five and younger that meets in the Family Life Center on Tuesday mornings from 9:30-11:30.  This group is open to church members and to the community. Parents or caregivers must stay and keep an eye on their children. Our final meeting will be on Tuesday, May 14, and we will resume in September.

MESSIAH STUDENT MINISTRIES

S.A.L.T. (Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 pm) S.A.L.T. is a time for high school students to interact with their faith. S.A.L.T. is currently on break for the summer.

 

HEAD2HEART (Wednesdays from 6:15 to 8 pm)

(H2H) Hey middle school students, come join us for nights of instruction and fun as we teach Luther’s catechism and play games! H2H's final meeting for this season is April 24.

 

HEY HIGH SCHOOLERS!

Sunday morning Bible study is on break until September. We’d love to have you volunteer to help out at our summer programming, June 2-July 28. Get in touch with Leslie via email at childrensmin@mlcjoliet.org for more info!

 

SUMMER YOUTH MINISTRY: F.A.M.

Students from 6th grade through graduating seniors are invited to be a part of the new Wednesday evening student ministry program - Friends And Mentors = F.A.M.

Students will learn about ways to get connected to God, church, community, and friends as they explore life skills, service opportunities, and more. Come check out what it is all about at our kickoff meeting on Wednesday, May 29 from 6:30-8pm. We will have games and ice cream sundaes! Adults... If you are interested in sharing your knowledge in a particular area with young people, consider becoming a mentor!  Reach out to Kate for more info at stumin@mlcjoliet.org.

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