Sunday, August 24, 2025 Bulletin
Sunday, August 24, 2025
Creation is a Song
Prelude
Hymn: O Lord, our Lord, how majestic Insert
Call to Worship & Prayer
Hymn: This Is God’s Wondrous World VT 180
…a song that we can see…
Scripture: Psalm 8
Hymn: I Sing the Mighty Power of God VT 182
Stories about creation:
– Mountains
– Trees
Hymn: Creation Is a Song VT 181
Scripture: Psalm 19:1-6
Hymn: Morning Has Broken VT 495
Slide show
…a sacred gift from God ….
Hymn: Creation Is a Song VT 181
Story about creation
Gift of Music: All beautiful the march of days
Scripture: Romans 8: 22-23
Hymn: Beauty for Brokenness VT 712
Congregational prayer
Offering & Offertory
…let’s join the harmony.
Announcements
Benediction: O Lord, our Lord, how majestic Insert
Postlude
Leading us in worship:
Prelude: Doris Martin
Song Leader: Norma Iutzi
Offertory/Postlude: Doris Martin, Susan Seyler
Worship Leader: Pastor Louise Wideman
Scripture: Dianne Satchell, Melody Steinman
Gift of Music: Nancy Steinmann Yantzi, Doris Martin
Stories: Marilyn Steinmann, Joanne, Zach, Cole, Don Schwartzentruber, Brian Sararus
Photos: Jim & Carolyn Steckle; Marilyn Steinmann, Barb & Bruce Schumm, Joanne Schwartzentruber
A/V: Cliff Kennel, Steve, Kennel
An unsupervised nursery is available across from the washrooms for children ages 5 and under. Parents are expected to supervise their children while in the nursery
Special Coin Offering: In August, our coin offering is going toward MCC School Kits.
Today
Children’s Sunday School and Adult Christian Education will resume in September.
Coffee time in the Fellowship Hall following the service.
Next Sunday
9:45 am Livestream and in-person worship
Speaker: Pastor Ben Cassels
This week at Steinmann MC
Aug 25 & 26 (Mon & Tues) 6:30-9 pm: Pickleball
MYF (Grades 9-12+)
Aug 24 (Sun) 3 pm: Pool Party hosted by Ryan & Sara Roth. Youth to bring snacks, supper provided
Jr. Youth
Aug 27 (Wed): Hosted by Brandon & Jessie Gingerich
3 pm: Pool Party
5-6 pm: Parent Meet & Greet. Supper is provided.
Congregational Life
Pastor Ben Cassels is on vacation August 3-25.
An updated church directory will be printed in September. Please take a look at your listing and notify the office of any changes or updates by September 1. There is a draft copy by the mailboxes.
The Summer Photo Challenge for Sunday, August 31 is “micro” and “macro”.
Invite a Friend to Gathering Sunday on September 7: This is a great chance to invite friends and family, new or returning, to experience SMC! This Sunday will include a newcomer-friendly worship service, intergenerational Sunday School, a BBQ potluck lunch, and program information for all ages. It’s a great way to get to know our community and extend our welcome. Start inviting now!
Joys & Concerns
Happy Birthday to Judy Gingerich who is turning 80 on August 25.
Update: After completing treatment, Jeff Carrafiello’s results from his July Pet Scan were very positive. Jeff is currently in remission and will be monitored every 3 months. Thank you for all the well wishes. ~Jeff and Deb Carrafiello
Rose Wagler was released from hospital on August 19 and is recuperating well at home.
Community Events
Sept 8 (Mon) 7 pm: Mannheim Mennonite Church is starting a Friendship Group for single people. Please visit this website: http://bit.ly/3Jt80cg
September 12-14 – Men’s Retreat @ Silver Lake Mennonite Camp (slmc.ca): David Lobe is returning as chef/sommelier. Pastor Thomas Reimer and Mike Schmidt will lead some thought-provoking reflections. Special discount for those under 30 or underemployed.
September 13 & 14: 80th Anniversary Celebration weekend for Rockway Mennonite Collegiate (rockway.ca/events):
Saturday, September 13: Family and Food Market Fundraiser J. Steckle Heritage Farm. RSVP required for ticketed event.
Sunday, September 14: Community Open House & Hymn Sing at Rockway. RSVP preferred but drop ins are welcome!
September 21, 3 pm, Steinmann Mennonite Church sanctuary: Fundraising Concert for MCC Meat Cannery. Vocal & instrumental music by John Wiebe and musicians from Bluffton, Ohio. All donations received will support the cannery.