Zion Lutheran Church, 8307 Memorial Hwy in Ottawa Lake, Mi. is having a Pig Roast on Saturday, May 19 from 4 to 6:30 pm. to build up the community and strengthen two weak links in the area. The Pig Roast will benefit the church sponsored Food Pantry which provides 40 plus families with healthy food support and will for the first time sponsor a children’s summer called Christ Camp.
“The area of Ottawa Lake and Whiteford is one of the most precious communities of God’s creation,” states Pastor Terry Rebert. “It is small enough that people know you by name and if they do not know you they will tip their hat and give you a smile as you pass by. Yet every community has it weakness. One around here is there is a 10% to 15% need for food among some families. Our Food Pantry is a treasured source to supplement their kitchen and basis supper table needs.”
“Summer sports, art and recreation also are a growth area in our community,” observes Pastor Terry Rebert. “Christ Camp is our first step in offering the community children more fun-filled options when school concludes in a few weeks. Dr. Murray Howe, son of Mr. Hockey – Gordie Howe, has volunteered to be a motivational figure for Christ Camp. His recent book, Nine Lessons I Learned from My Father, offer some excellent guidance for young children and parents as well. Some of the lessons are so meaningful for all ages but especially for children and you. Lessons like: ‘Live Honorably; Play Hard, but Have Fun; Live Selflessly, Friends and Family Are Like Gold – Treasure Them.’ Dr. Howe had a great mentor in his dad. Our first Christ Camp will endeavor to teach kids from the community these priceless values as well.”
The suggested price for the Pig Roast is $12 and some give less and others give more. “I think God would be happy with the suggested donation,” states Pastor Rebert. More information about the Food Pantry and Christ Camp can be found at the churches web page at www.zionlutheranottawalakemi.com
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Contact Information:
Pastor Terry Rebert
734 856 2921 – terryrebert@gmail.com
