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Welcome to our weekly e-gram! Read on to discover what’s happening in our church family this week and beyond.
Church News
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Image: Hands of God and Adam, Michelangelo, Sistine Chapel Fresco
SERMON PREVIEWScripture: Proverbs 8:1-4; 22-31
Sermon Title: God’s Abiding Presence
From the dawn of creation, Wisdom has stood as a witness to the unfolding of God’s divine plan—a presence both steady and unshaken. In Proverbs 8, we hear her voice calling out, inviting all to seek understanding and discernment, revealing that she was with God from the beginning, shaping the heavens and the earth. On this Trinity Sunday, we reflect on Wisdom as an aspect of God’s presence, a personification of the Holy Spirit moving through time and space, guiding, teaching, and illuminating the path of truth. Her voice is not distant or reserved for the privileged; instead, she calls out to all, standing at the crossroads, urging us to embrace the sacred knowledge that draws us deeper into communion with the Divine. Wisdom, woven into the fabric of creation, is not simply a concept but a living, breathing testimony to God’s abiding presence in our lives. This Sunday, we gather to listen for Wisdom’s voice, celebrating the Holy Spirit’s presence among us. Join us on this sacred journey.See you Sunday, in person or online.
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CELEBRATING THE MEN WHO LOVE USThis Sunday is Father’s Day. The Congregational Care and Connect team will celebrate all the important men in our lives by handing out cookies to all the dads, grandfathers, uncles, teachers, coaches, ministers, friends, and other important men who care for us and guide us and support us. Please join us as we celebrate!
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SENDING NOTES TO OUR CAMP ATTENDEESWe are lucky enough to have a large group of campers, counselors, directors, keynoters, storytellers, and other supporters attending Camp Christian this summer. You are invited to send notes of encouragement to our campers and camp staff. You will find a list of those going to camp, cards to send good wishes, and envelopes for each camp session in the gathering space. We will send cards for each session to camp with a director or counselor. Next week, we have a big group going to Junior Camp, Chrysalis Camp, and Genesis Camp. Please bring your cards for these campers and staff to worship on Sunday, or take a few minutes to write cards at the church.
Junior Camp – Counselor: Riley Ballew; Campers: Malachi Williams, Maggie Westbrook, and Martha Westbrook
Chrysalis Camp – Counselors: Elizabeth McElhanon, Theresa Puckett; CIT Mary Kate Westbrook, Camper Fitz Puckett
Genesis Camp – Directors: Marilyn Parks, Pam Van Dusen; Campers: Joey Baker, Micah Baker
Thank you for your ongoing support and words of encouragement – our campers and staff really appreciate them!
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CAMP CHRISTIAN NEEDS CHARCOALCamp Christian needs 3 small bags of charcoal to use for cookouts at camp over the next few weeks. If you would like to donate a bag, please let Marilyn Parks or Rev. Diane know before you purchase it (so we can be sure we don’t get too many bags). We would love to receive the charcoal this Sunday, so Marilyn can take it to camp with her that afternoon.
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CO-OP 30TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!The Lawrenceville Co-op celebrated their 30th birthday on Saturday, with cake, a DJ, tours, and much more. A total of 15 people were there representing LFCC. Thanks to all those who were there, and thanks to all who continue supporting the work of the co-op with food donations.
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(Not a picture of the actual playground!)
HELP INSTALL THE FAMILY PROMISE PLAYGROUND!Family Promise has purchased a Treasure Trove wooden playground set with some grant funds – and they need help installing it. Installation is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, starting at 9 am. Several LFCC members have volunteered to help out, but we can always use a few more hands. If you have experience installing a similar set, if you’re willing to read instructions, and/or if you’re able to offer some muscle and follow directions, we need you! Please talk to Rod Baker if you’re available that day.
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UPCOMING EVENTS IN JUNE
Sunday, June 15
Father’s Day
No choir practice
10 am: Sunday school
11 am: Worship
Tuesday, June 17
6:30 pm: Let’s Eat! at Ted’s Montana Grill, 1250 Scenic Highway, Suite 1720
Sunday, June 22
No choir practice
10 am: Special Sunday school presentation – Lisa Engberg, Director of the Lawrenceville Co-op
11 am: Worship
12 pm: Live Nativity Planning Team meeting
Sunday, June 29
No choir practice
10 am: Sunday school
11 am: Worship – Fifth Sunday service
12 pm: Education Team meeting in conference room
Check the calendar of events on our church website at https://lawrencevillechristianchurch.org/calendar/ to stay updated on what’s happening in our church community.
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THIS SUNDAY’S WORSHIP LEADERS
Greeter: Jeanie Morgan
Scripture: Connie Thompson
Communion Meditation: Anna Harrison
Elders: Hoyt Huff and Jimmy Peeples
Deacons: Riley Ballew and Molly Ballew
Communion Preparation: Julie Thompson
If you are interested in serving as a worship leader or greeter, please contact Rev. Diane or Rev. Teresa.
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E-GRAM DEADLINE
Thanks for all your contributions to the e-gram. Please email any information for next week’s e-gram to Rev. Diane (diane@lawrencevillechristianchurch.org) no later than Tuesday at 5 pm. Please send e-gram information by email rather than text; it may get lost in incoming text messages.
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LECTIONARY SCRIPTURES FOR JUNE 15 AND JUNE 22
The Revised Common Lectionary is a three-year cycle of weekly readings used by many mainline Protestant churches in Canada and the United States. The lectionary readings will shape much of our preaching, and may be helpful in your own Bible study and devotional life.
June 15, 2025
- Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
- Psalm 8
- Romans 5:1-5
- John 16:12-15
June 22, 2025
- 1 Kings 19:1-4, (5-7), 8-15a
- Psalm 42 and 43
- Isaiah 65:1-9
- Psalm 22:19-28
- Galatians 3:23-29
- Luke 8:26-39
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ZOOM LINK FOR WORSHIP AND CHURCH MEETINGS
For Sunday worship and other online meetings, use this link:
https://zoom.us/j/6284633067?pwd=YzVMN0EwQUVrb0FRM1phVkZEUjZFQT09
For those who DIAL IN, Call (646) 558-8656
Zoom Meeting ID: 628 463 3067
Password: 1234
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SUPPORT THE LAWRENCEVILLE CO-OPSummer is upon us, and many students will be hungry without their school breakfast and lunch! Each summer the Lawrenceville co-op partners with Village of Hope to make sure those students in our area who are in need of food get the support they need. Last year, they served 11 neighborhoods and handed out almost 2,000 bags in the 8 weeks we distributed food. The co-op is collecting food for this program and could use your help.
Summer Lunch Program Needs
- Individual macaroni and cheese
- Individual packets of oatmeal
- Vienna sausages
- Pop Tarts
- Individual cereals
Co-op’s Most Needed Food Items
- Rice
- Corn
- Green beans
- Canned meat
- Oatmeal
Most Needed Personal Care Items
- Size 3 and up diapers
- Feminine pads
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DISCIPLES OF CHRIST
REGIONAL AND GENERAL CHURCH NEWSKeep up with the latest news going on in our region and our general church. Click the links below to find the latest news within the Disciples!
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Each Monday at 6 pm, wherever you are and whatever way is comfortable for you, we pause and pray for our church. If you have conflicts with this time, whatever time is comfortable for you, pause and pray for your church. Below is the church’s prayer list you can use. You are welcome to make up your own prayer list as you pray.
I John 1:9: “If we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and change us from all unrighteousness.”
Celebrations
- Rev. Peter Yoon’s birthday is June 13
- Patricia Taylor’s birthday is June 16
- Mark and Katherine Jensen’s anniversary is June 15
Weekly Prayers
- For our co-ministers, Rev. Teresa Bensch and Rev. Diane Bales
- For Chi Rho directors, counselors, keynoters, CITs, and campers Camp Christian, that camp may be a meaningful and faith-building experience for them
- For the Regional Minister Search Committee, as they bring a candidate for Regional Minister to the Regional Assembly for a vote on July 26
Immediate Needs (names in bold are newly added or updated)
- Chris Klimshuk and her sister Ronnie (Ronnie is having health challenges; Chris is supporting her)
- Richie Hanes (Anna Harrison’s neighbor; surgery this week)
Ongoing Needs
- Our country and our world
- Our members and friends at home, including Mary Jo Alvord, Odessa Adams (hospice care), Gen Ashby, David Chamberlain, Bessie Kirby, Eva Krahwinkel, Neva Maffett, Ada Mullinax, Bill Phyfer, Bob Powell, and Jimmy and Patricia Saturday
- Our family and friends with ongoing health challenges
- Connie Worrel (health issues)
- Brenda Sizemore (health issues)
- Suzy Santoro (Anna Harrison’s daughter)
- Carrie Toth (Dorrie Toth’s daughter)
- Connie Worrel’s sister Pat
- Rev. Peggy Edge (Anna Harrison’s sister)
- Sadie Severt (Harrison family friend)
If you have an update to the prayers and concerns, please let Rev. Diane know (diane@lawrencevillechristianchurch.org).
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That’s all we have for this week. Please pray for the church and everyone in it, that we continue to follow God’s plan as we share the Good News. God bless you all!
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