Friday Night October 16, 5-7pm at the Care Collective Building (913 E Alcott St, Kalamazoo) Care Collective is the recipient of our September special collection and they have an opportunity for hands-on service for up to 15 People’s people of all ages. The work is repackaging diapers, wipes, and period products – it requires some … Continue reading People’s Church Night of Service at Care Collective
Saturday, October 10th, potluck at noon, programs before and after As our church year begins, the Second Saturday potluck and programs continues. We will have a potluck open to all at noon in Room 19, with various programs and activities happening before and after.
People’s Church has a long connection with Lincoln Elementary – as tutors and classroom helpers and supporting the school in other ways. We continue that relationship with Lincoln Elementary by supporting the school with a special collection, supplying much needed money that leaders of this school can use to meet the needs of students and … Continue reading Special Collection: Lincoln International Studies Elementary School
Dear People’s people, During our service on September 20, we participated in a litany of welcome that listed ways we work to welcome folks in our community. It contains enough valuable information that I thought it would be worth repeating. Remember, all of who you are is welcome at People’s Church. We welcome people of … Continue reading From the Minister
Click here to access the flyer for all details and information! For 6th-9th grade youth Enjoy playing games, Gaga ball, a challenge course, archery, wagon ride, nature hike, wilderness survival skills, campfire & s’mores! October 16-18, 2026 REGISTRATION FEE: Sliding Scale $100-140 per person. This fee includes accommodations, meals and all activities led byprofessional camp … Continue reading Mystic Lake Middle School Retreat
Unfortunately, we live in a world where there are a lot of crafty ways in which scams come our way. Please be extra vigilant with any emails or text messages you receive. They can make these seem like they are coming from the church or Rev. Rachel. Some of the most recent we’ve seen involve … Continue reading Be Mindful of Scams!
When’s the last time you took a look at the ‘I Wish Someone Would…” board?You can access the board online here: https://padlet.com/PeoplesChurch/lvo4v0pcvh14ck70 Reminder on how the board works:
We have a lot of work to do to prepare for the year! Many hands make light work, and it really is the more the merrier here! Come help us clean up, organize, and supply classrooms; clean and organize the supply room; and get our spaces ready for an amazing year. Pizza and childcare provided! Saturday, … Continue reading FALL STARTUP HELP NEEDED FOR CLASSROOM CLEANUP
Our website has an area for personal testimonials/stories from People’s People. If you would like to share something about why you love People’s Church, please email it to Eli at office@peopleschurch.net. For space reasons, please keep any testimonials no longer than 1-2 paragraphs. For privacy, unless requested otherwise, testimonials will be credited with the person’s first name … Continue reading The Stories of People’s People
Fiber arts are fun and meditative and have been bringing groups together for centuries. They can include all sorts of activities, like crochet, knitting, weaving, spinning, embroidery, cross-stitch, etc. Do you enjoy any of these activities? Let’s get together to celebrate our own creativity while creating a supportive community. Please join us the fourth Monday of … Continue reading Yarn Lover’s Unite
Are you a roleplayer, or interested in trying it out for the first time? Do you enjoy structured creativity, improvisation, and telling stories with your friends? People’s Church’s own Dave Wurtsmith will be running one-shot gaming sessions, so feel free to drop in to room L1 and try it out. I have experience with a variety … Continue reading Gaming Group!
Jason Reicherts has longed to create art for as long as he can remember and his passion has only grown stronger over time. From a young age, he was drawn to artistic endeavors, receiving an art set from an Aunt and Uncle that hinted at a future path. Fueled with inspiration and determination, Jason took … Continue reading New Artist Spotlight – Jason Reicherts – WaterWood Studio
The Preparedness Committee will hold workshop on this topic, on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 1-3p.m. in Room 19 at People’s Church. This free workshop will focus on how we might anticipate and deescalate disruptions to our church services and activities in our building. All members of our congregation are welcome, including members of our Safety … Continue reading Preparedness Workshop on Individuals Exhibiting Disruptive Behavior
Sunday September 27, during the service Care Collective supports multi-generational wellbeing by providing barrier-free access to diapers, baby wipes, and period products to families and young people. Learn more about this organization’s good and important work at https://www.carecollectiveswmi.org/ We will also be setting up an all ages volunteer opportunity for People’s people to help organize … Continue reading Special Collection: Care Collective of Southwest Michigan
See updates in the church newsletter. We plan to meet monthly each 1st Thursday, 6:00-7:45 at the home of Lois Loeffer, near church.
See monthly announcements/updates in the church newsletter. We meet on second Mondays, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Did you know that during a week of Peace and Nature camp, elementary-school-aged children spend 36+ hours in the care of People’s Church, exploring the wonders of nature, building friendships, and experiencing what is possible when a community grounded in love is committed to practicing peaceful interactions together? Each week of camp concentrates more time … Continue reading Get involved with Peace and Nature Camp!
Your home can be a safe place for a teen who needs love and support.. Across the world, war, natural disasters, or persecution have forced families to flee their homes. Before they flee or along the dangerous journey to a refugee camp, children and teens can become separated from their families. If family members cannot … Continue reading Refugee Children are in Crisis
Sign ups are now open to volunteer to help with the upcoming White Elephant Sale. Check out the available spots here: Our annual White Elephant sale is fast approaching. June 27 is the date. This is a great fund-raiser for our church. It’s also a great opportunity for you to clean out the basement – … Continue reading White Elephant Sale Coming Soon!
Beginning on Monday June 29th, Eli will be away on medical leave for approximately six weeks. I am expecting to be returning in mid-August. Because of this, there will be NO monthly newsletter for July or August. The Friday weekly email will still be going out so please keep your eyes on that for any … Continue reading Eli Away for Six Weeks!
