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RIDES FOR FRIENDS at JAPC. The Deacons would like to provide rides for those who want to come to church but are unable to drive. For those who volunteer, we will insure that your “friend” is on your way to church. Indicate your interest on the sign-up sheet in the Main Hallway.
JAPC’s Summer Worship schedule begins on Sunday, June 28. At 8:30 a.m., an informal and abbreviated worship service will be held in Dodge Hall. At 10:30 a.m., our traditional worship service will be in the Sanctuary with Church School for our younger children (Crib through 2nd Grade). Children’s activity bags will be available at both services.
Come to a Free Organ concert at JAPC on Monday, June 29 at 9:00 a.m. The Concert features Frederick Hohman performing for the Detroit Regional American Guild of Organists convention. Eight volunteers are needed to help serve coffee, usher and direct guests. To volunteer or get additional information, contact the church office at (313)822-3456.
Men of the Church are invited for a barbecue (rain or shine) at the Manse (Peter and Linda Smith’s home) on Monday, June 29, at 6:30 p.m. A steak dinner, assorted salads and dessert will be served (Cost: $12 per person). Sign up in the Main Hallway.
Save the date— The Creative Arts Day Camp, sponsored by JAPC, will be held at the Church for three weeks, Monday - Friday, July 13-31, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Enrollment is open to children ages 6 to 12. (Week Two - July 20 is also open to Middle School students, grades 6 - 9.) Scholarships are available. Call Kathy Chateau to register your child or to volunteer to help.
Thursday, July 23rd, afternoon Tiger Game! We’ll meet at Sindbads restaurant at 11:30 a.m. for an early lunch. The shuttle will take us to the 1:00 p.m. game, and we’ll shuttle back to Sindbads after it’s over. Tickets are $14 each, and must be paid in advance.
Thursday, July 30th, 7:30 p.m. Family Carillon Concert, Jefferson Avenue Presbyterian Church front lawn. Bring your lawn chairs and your friends and prepare to hear some lovely Carillon music performed special guest carillonneur, Dr. Joseph D. Daniel of Christ Church Cranbrook. There will be ice-cream and a clown as well!
Wednesday, August 19th, evening Tiger game! Families and friends encouraged! We’ll meet at Sindbads restaurant at 5:30 p.m. for dinner. The shuttle will take us to the 7:00 p.m. game, and we’ll shuttle back to Sindbads when it’s over! Tickets are $14 and must be paid in advance.
Mid-week email updates. Jefferson Avenue E-notes is a way to receive weekly email announcements and a short meditation. If you would like to be included, please e-mail Traci Smith ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).
