Posts with the tag “family-of-god”
Bearing One Another's Burdens
by Miriam Rossow on May 7th, 2020
The pandemic for the under-resourced Family of God congregants means another ‘rung down the social and economic ladder’. Already in a place that nobody wants to be in, life just got harder. The ‘luxury’ of sitting down and eating their one decent meal a day inside the church building and being able to rest in the hearing of God’s Word has evaporated for the time being. Read More
Family of God vs. Coronavirus
by Miriam Rossow on April 1st, 2020
By Rev. Tyler Cronkright As if Family of God wasn’t unique enough. As many churches are taking a break from regular gatherings, Family of God has followed suit and has had to get creative with the ways that we do ministry on a regular basis. Our fellowship hall, which regularly held close to 100 people on any given night, is empty. Our beautiful sanctuary, where many people gather every Wednesday ... Read More
Leaving with a Stronger Faith
by Miriam Rossow on March 3rd, 2020
The relationships I have built and encounters I have had with so many members of our community have forever changed my life. Read More
Thank you from Pastor Cronkright
by Miriam Rossow on January 24th, 2020
Seven years ago, I had big plans to go the Seminary and anxiously wait to see where God would call me with many other brothers in ministry who were also anticipating their first calls as pastors. I blame Pastor Jim for this not coming true. As many of you know, he had promised me the adventure of a lifetime if I stayed in Detroit and trusted him and God.
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Family of God Street Ministry
by Miriam Rossow on January 10th, 2020
Almost three years have gone by since Family of God moved from the little store front church on Sharon and Vernor to our new church on Whittaker Street in Southwest Detroit.
Much has changed: more people coming, a beautiful sanctuary to worship in, and more ministry opportunities. (kids summer programs, tutoring, Narcotics Anonymous group)
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Conversation with Vicar Tyler Cronkright about Family of God
by Miriam Rossow on November 22nd, 2019
Vicar Tyler Cronkright sat down with the Michigan District this last summer and shared about the ministry at Family of God.
"Why are you helping someone like me? In that moment everything stops and we share the love of Jesus in that moment." Vicar Tyler
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The Faces of Family of God
by Miriam Rossow on October 15th, 2019
"Family of God is a beckoning light amidst the depressing bleakness…a place to encounter God, His love, His mercy, His Salvation. " Read More
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The Season of EpiphanyAn Update: Discipleship Pastor PositionWe Want Children in Worship: Children ShareMobile Compassion MinistrySr. High Youth RetreatOpportunities for GivingThese Words Shall be in Your Heart2020 MI District Jr. High Youth Gathering2020 MI District Sr. High Youth GatheringGod's Steadfast LoveTips for a Healthy HeartSupporting LifeStretching Your Comfort ZoneThe Promise ProjectWhat Makes Lutheran Education Different?
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Celebrate Holy Week at HomeFamily of God vs. CoronavirusA Different Holy WeekCount Your BlessingsThe Triumphal EntryStaff Favorite RecipesLoss and GainGood Friday- What is so Good about it?He is Risen. He is Risen Indeed, Alleluia!Support For EveryoneBlessings in BelizeA Revealing TruthEmotionally Settled? How are you doing?Sharing Love: A Servant Speaks
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