September 14 , 2025

Second Half
Pastor Derl Keefer 

Psalm 1 NIV

SONG LIST 

Raise A Hallelujah
I Speak Jesus
Pieces 

 WAYS TO CONNECT & GROW

📚 New Book Study!
Tuesdays at 6pm

Fierce, Free, and Full Of Fire
This read explores how to live boldly, embrace your true self, and walk confidently in the life God designed for you.  Come ready for honest conversation, encouragement, and connection.

Bible Study
Thursday, September 11 / 10am 

Bible Study resumes with Pastor Marty in the church library. Bring a snack to share.

🥣✨ In-Betweens Night Out! ✨🥣
POSTPONED TO A DATE IN OCTOBER • Scott & Dawn Criswell’s House
57341 Buckhorn Rd, Three Rivers
The In-Betweens are gathering for a cozy soup + potluck supper! Bring your favorite soup or backyard dish to share. It’s the perfect mix of warm food and warm friendships.

🎄Christmas is coming at Center Park on Dec. 21st🎄
 and we want YOU to be part of it!
Don’t forget to sign up on the hallway table—there are so many ways to get involved.
Whether you love baking, decorating, making costumes, or just spreading Christmas cheer—there’s a spot for you.


🐾 Blessing of the Pets 🐾
Sunday, October 5th / 10:30-11:30am

   Armstrong Park, 1310 Broadway St, Three Rivers
We’re taking 9am worship outside to Armstrong Park in Three Rivers!
Bring your pets for a special blessing, or just come hang out—everyone’s welcome (pets or not). Pastor Pat will be speaking and we’ll have fun animal-themed snacks.
Donations List
1. RPSM - Refurbished Pets of Southern Michigan
Amazon wish list link below ⬇️ - Dog food is much needed!  - (pictured on hallway wall)
2. St Joseph County Animal Control
Medium Dog Collars
Toys
Soft Treats
Vinegar (white)
Baking Soda
3. ARF - St Joe County
Dog and cat food
ARF provides dog and cat food to pet owners who are struggling to keep their pets fed, and the number keeps rising.


Thank you for donating from your heart! 💜

BAND
Vocals: Jon Van Oss, Lindsay Bobell
Drums: David Lambert
Bass: Justice Ambursley
Electric Guitar: Chris Jones
Keys: Lia Smallcombe
CLARK PARKER MEDIA
Sound Board: Jamie Phillips
Lights: Henry Bobell
Video Live Stream: Rich Thatcher/Justice Ambursley
Projection: Shelby McNamee
CENTER PARK MINISTRIES
Online Engager: Gretta Zeimet
9am Nursery: Michelle Crooks, Casey Tobias
Kids Connection: Rich Thatcher, Gretta Zeimet
Greeter: Jon & Michelle Crooks
Snack Table: Cindy Books
Prayer Partner:  Sarah Van OSS
Engagement Question: Everyone
Announcements: Jeff & Marlys Keefer
Reflection: Jeff Keefer

LIVE GENEROUSLY  

 SEPTEMBER LIVE GENEROUSLY - Special Monthly Giving 
This month, special donations that are ear-mark "Live Generously", will be going to the Paw Pack Program of Three Rivers. They provide backpacks of food to children who may not otherwise have food for the weekend.
 
TEXT-TO-GIVE: 833-785-8110 
Enter the Text-to-Give number: 833-785-8110 at the top . In the message, type the dollar amount you’d like to give.

First time giving? You’ll be prompted to fill out your information—after that, it’s automatic!

Where does your gift go? All donations go to the General Fund unless you specify otherwise.

To get a list of specific donation areas,
 Text the word "Fund".  
Give to Live Generously - text the amount, a space, and the fund name. For example:
 "10 LiveGenerous” goes to support UMCOR.
 Receive a verification text and an email receipt. 

Leave a Google Review at: 
Center Park Church or
 Center Park United Methodist 

PHOTOGRAPHY / VIDEOGRAPHY
Photos and videos are taken before, after and durning church services for promotional purposes. Please let a staff person know if you want to opt out of church photos.

This service may include segments of sustained flashing lights. These could potentially affect individuals who are susceptible to photosensitive conditions.

For those with noise sensitivity, earplugs are available by each door on the offering box tables. Feel free to grab a pair to make your experience more comfortable!

The 9am service will be live-streamed to Facebook.
FIND YOUR COMMUNITY - SMALL GROUPS & TEAMS
Bible Study -  Thursday / 10-11:30 am
Book Study - Tues. / 6-7pm   Fierce, Free and Full Of Fire, Starting September 9
In-Betweens - Fri. September 19, Backyard Soup & Suppper potluck / 5pm
JOY -  (Just Older Youth)
Knitting and Other Fibreworks - Tuesday / 8:15-10:30 am
Dudes of Faith (Mens Group)  September -  Racing Speedway Adventure
The Outlet - Meets Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month / 6-7pm
Worship Team - Wednesday Rehearsal / 6:30-8 pm
Young Adults  - TBA
Youth Group (Jr & Sr High)  
Center Park United Methodist Church
18662 Moorepark Rd
Three Rivers, Mi 49093
Email: officemcp@gmail.com
269-279-9109
Office Hours: 9-12pm

https://centerparkchurch.com