Sunday, September 4, 2016 - Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost.

For every Sunday of the year, the official

United Church of Christ calendar lists
recommended Scripture readings. On
Sunday, September 4th they include
Philemon 1:1-21.
This is a short letter written by St. Paul
during his imprisonment in Rome. It
concerns Onesimus, a slave who had
run away from his master. Onesimus
was converted to Christianity by Paul,
and now Paul sends him back to his
master - not as a slave, but as a brother
in Christ.
8 That

is why I am boldly asking a favor of you. I could demand it in the name of Christ because it is the right
thing for you to do. 9 But because of our love, I prefer simply to ask you. Consider this as a request from me
Paul, an old man and now also a prisoner for the sake of Christ Jesus.
10 I

appeal to you to show kindness to my child, Onesimus. I became his father in the faith while here in
prison. 11 Onesimus hasnt been of much use to you in the past, but now he is very useful to both of us. 12 I am
sending him back to you, and with him comes my own heart.
13 I

wanted to keep him here with me while I am in these chains for preaching the Good News, and he would
have helped me on your behalf.14 But I didnt want to do anything without your consent. I wanted you to help
because you were willing, not because you were forced. 15 It seems you lost Onesimus for a little while so that
you could have him back forever. 16 He is no longer like a slave to you. He is more than a slave, for he is a
beloved brother, especially to me. Now he will mean much more to you, both as a man and as a brother in the
Lord.
17 So

if you consider me your partner, welcome him as you would welcome me. 18 If he has wronged you in
any way or owes you anything, charge it to me. 19 I, PAUL, WRITE THIS WITH MY OWN HAND: I WILL REPAY IT.
AND I WONT MENTION THAT YOU OWE ME YOUR VERY SOUL!
20 Yes,

my brother, please do me this favor for the Lords sake. Give me this encouragement in Christ.
confident as I write this letter that you will do what I ask and even more!

Paraments and altar linens remain GREEN. Green symbolizes the

renewal of vegetation and generally of living things and the promise of
new life.

21 I

am

Pastor Bill Krens August 28th

Morning Sermon:

Sunday

WE ARE A PEOPLE OF THE

DOXOLOGY
Now on YouTube. If you click on the picture to
your left you will be taken to the website.

A Peek at the Sunday Sermon

On August 24th an earthquake struck central Italy. Hundreds are dead or missing.
Aftershocks continue to terrorize villagers. Its a horrible tragedy. So many innocent
people are suffering.
Something like this not only reminds us that there is pain and suffering in the world it
prompts many of us to ask why? Why must there be sufferings and pain? Why does
God allow for these horrific events? What good comes out of grief and sorrow?
The Sunday Sermon is titled: All Things
and Pain. Ill be sharing from Romans 8:1828.
In his letter to the Romans, the author
reminds us that all creation has been
groaning as in the pains of childbirth. We
Together, we will search for answers and
have a better understanding why God
causes everything to work together for the
good of those who love God and are called
according to his purpose.

Blogging Away! Pastor Kren has been

keeping a blog about ministry and Life
at Dearborn Congregational. If you are
interested in what makes Pastor Bill
Pastor Bill, why not visit his blog and
read a few of his articles? Just click on
the picture to the left!

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Facebook? Just click on the signs
to the right you will be transported
to the Dearborn Congregational
Facebook Page! Maybe you like to
tweet? You can follow Pastor Kren
on Twitter: @william_kren.

Update On Our Parking Lot Pledge Drive

The total amount raised for
the Parking Lot Pledge Drive,
through Sunday, August 28th
(the final day of the campaign)
is $8,210.00. A big Thank
You to all who helped in
funding this project. Our goal
was to raise $10,000 and
while we fell short what has
been raised is of tremendous
help in repairing the parking
lot!
The contractor will begin work in mid-September. As soon as we
have the exact date work begins we will pass it on. Again, a most
sincere thank you for your generous support!

Pastor Kren on Vacation

Ron Hinrichs is the Community Pastor in Training at
Forecast For Life Church in Southgate. Ron and his wife
Leah are passionate about ministering and sharing Gods
great grace. He preaches regularly at his home church.
On Sunday September 11, 2016,Ron will be filling the pulpit
for Rev. Kren. Pastor Bill and Sue will be on a one-week
vacation.
Please give Ron a warm, Dearborn
Congregational welcome!

Adult Bible Fellowship

On Tuesday, September 20, 2016, at
7:00 p.m. Pastor Kren will host an Adult
Bible
Fellowship
at
Dearborn
Congregatioal Church. This will be a
seven (7) week study on the spiritual
journey of the Apostle Peter.
Why Peter? I believe, in many ways, Pete was an every day, kind of person. He was a
fisherman. He knew how to make a living with his hands. He knew what it was like to
work hard, but the results were not always successful.
In other ways, this disciple of Jesus was a unique individual. His personality was often
impulsive, self-assured, and headstrong. These traits allowed him to be a strong leader
in the early years of the Church.
The fact that Jesus chose Peter to be one of the very first disciples, and that he later
became one of the most significant leaders in the Early Church, is a reminder that we
dont have to hold degrees in order to be acceptable to the Lord. We dont have to be
successful in business for the Lord to call us to be partners in ministry. And we dont
have to do and say all the right things to be regarded as His children.
If, on your spiritual journey, you are interested in a Bible study that will be both
informative and practical, why not join the DCC Adult Bible Fellowship? You may bring
your own Bible, note taking is encouraged, and Christian fellowship is mandatory!

No sign-up sheets.
No etched-in-stone commitments.
Absolutely no finals!
Just a relaxing hour of Christian fellowship and Bible study.

Rummage Sale! Rummage Sale!

The Annual Womens Fellowship Church Rummage and Bake Sale is Friday,
October 7, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM and Saturday, October 8, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (or
when we are Sold Out!).
If you have items to donate now is the time to drop them off
at the Church. Phone ahead (313-271-8552) and we will help
you unload!
Dont forget the Bake Sale! There will be a table with
goodies in the Mayflower Room. Your home made, home
baked offering will be greatly appreciated! Remember to
label all baked goods with a detailed description of
ingredients. If you have a suggested price, this will help the
volunteers. Any questions? See Teresa Curless!

Prayer Requests
Edith Schwartz. Recovering from hip surgery.
Tom Brown Family. Toms father passed away on August 9, 2016. His mother is
recovering from surgery she is in serious condition.
Marilyn Beardsley. Continuing medical concerns.
Gordon Grozdanoff. Serious medical problems. Gordon has been moved from
Oakwood Commons and is now home and receiving care.
Pat Stacho. Continuing medical concerns. Also, prayers for the family of Rick Stacho.
Wayne Boyd. Wayne is now at home and receiving hospice care. Please keep praying!
Shirley Fedraw. Adjusting to her new caregiving facility. Medical concerns.
Suzanne Van Ranst. Medical concerns.
Pauline Gourlay. Medical concerns.
A complete list of prayer requests is also printed in the Sunday bulletin. If you have a
special request please phone the Church Office: 313-271-8552. You can also phone
Pastor Kren at 313-344-9808.

Roy E. Brown Memorial Service

Roy E. Brown, father of Tom Brown, passed away on
August 9, 2016. The family is holding a Memorial Service
on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at Martenson Funeral
Home, 3200 West Rd., Trenton, MI.
The Gathering at the Trenton Chapel of the Martenson
Funeral Home is from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The
Memorial Service is at 11:00 AM.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, may be made

payable to Dorothy Brown to be used for stem cell therapy for Roy's daughter who has
MS or to St. John United Church of Christ.

Hope you are having a blessed week. Im looking forward to seeing you Sunday!

Pastor Bill