Memorial Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)

WITH ONE VOICE

A documentary that explores the unity of humanity, reveals our essential oneness and spreads the single message that binds all faiths together. Showing Tuesday, September 14th at the Ann Arbor District Library (343 S. Fifth Ave.) at 6:30pm. Sponsored by The Interfaith Roundtable and The Life Sciences and Society Program of the U of M.

HELP END FAMILY HOMELESSNESS,
ATTEND GIMME SHELTER!

Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN) is excited to invite you to our 15th annual Gimme Shelter 2010 fundraiser on Saturday, September 25th, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., in the Morris Lawrence Building of Washtenaw Community College! This sensational event featuring dinner, local music, a silent auction with more than 100 must-have items and a brief program about IHN is a wonderful evening to join together with your friends and other community supporters to work toward ending homelessness. Tickets for Gimme Shelter 2009 are $45 in advance and $50 at the door. Tickets will be on sale in mid-August; please look for more details at your congregation or contact Helen Starman (hstarman@alphahouse-ihn.org or 822-0220) directly.

Gimme Shelter is the major fundraiser for IHN and Alpha House - our shelter for families experiencing homelessness in Washtenaw County. To learn more about IHN and homelessness in Washtenaw County please visit www.alphahouse-ihn.org.

It takes a community to end homelessness -- please join us at Gimme Shelter 2010!

DISCIPLES MEN FALL RETREAT

The 2010 Crystal Retreat will be held September 24,25, and 26. The schedule and registration form are on the narthex table.

HELP WANTED

And MCC is looking for two child care workers. Click here for more information.

The Week Ahead...at Memorial Christian Church

THURSDAY         September 2nd
10:00 a.m.            Bible Study

SATURDAY         September 4th
 3:30 p.m.             U of M Football Game

SUNDAY           September 5th
 9:15 a.m.            Sunday School
10:30 a.m.            Worship Service

*CHURCH SCHOOL and FAITH FORMATION:

We blend a vibrant faith with teaching what Jesus taught. The church is one place for parents and children to experience God's grace and presence in their lives. We have a wide range of programs for learning (church school) and sharing, as well as, opportunities for connection caring, and service for and with others. Everyone shares in a journey of faith here. Check it out.