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Loren graduated from SFTS in 1966 and was ordained in the First Presbyterian Church of San Anselmo, CA, with the service led by the Rev. Dr. Henry Kuizenga.

While serving as pastor of the Kirk of our Savior in Westland, MI Loren was awarded the Master of Theology degree from Valparaiso University and began work on his D. Min. at SFTS. The D. Min. was awarded to Loren in 1985 while he was pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Sturgis, MI.

The D. Min. contributed to Loren’s being called to be teaching chaplain at Schreiner University from 1988 to his retirement in 2003. Upon retirement Loren moved back to the Detroit, MI area where he taught adjunct at Marygrove College, Henry Ford College, and University of Detroit Mercy.

He continues to teach in-person and virtual theology and Bible courses at the Grosse Ile P.C., where he worships. Loren is currently serving on the Commission on Preparation for Ministry of the Detroit Presbytery.

Join us for worship service at 10:30 am.

Guest preacher, Dr. Loren Scribner will bring us the message, Experiencing God.

Click here for Order of Worship

Scripture Readings are:

Isaiah 6:1-8

John 3:1-16

For those unable to join us in person, OLCCP offers Live Streaming on Sundays at 10:30 am. Click here to join us online live as we worship together.

To access our church online options, subscribe to our YouTube channel on the link below.

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Pray for these people on our Prayer List: Bev Ayres, Rev. Mary Bahr-Jones, Marion Benedict, Alice Bertrand, Dennis Burton, Nancy Burton, Nancy Carter, Vangie Chase, Ellen Coffman, Tom Conrad, Sandra Crane, Judy Daulton, Margaret Edwards, Eileen Fisher, Dorothy Friedl, Tom Gribbell, Steve Hauser, Herbert Jarvie, Kathleen Juntunen, Diane Kennedy, Lee Knoblock, Kay Malaney, Bill Marvin, Adrienne Matthews, Mary Mehelich, Ann Meyer, Alona Moon, Sharon Moon, Julie Morse, Rebbeca Naftel, David Ridley, Sarah Robertson Nadeau, Shannon Paul, Janet Payne, Brian Russek, Sally Russell, Karen Schoonover, Jim Skeeters, Pat Sluka, Bruce Snyder, Brett Tremaine, Doris Wiegert, Bill Windscheif, Martha Windscheif, Rande Wright, and Pamela Zimmerman

OLCCP is a Stephen Ministry congregation, which means many of our members and friends have completed a 50-hour training course in peer counseling, listening, and referral. If you would like to meet regularly with a Stephen Minister for a listening ear, supportive prayer, and companionship in times of struggle or transition, see Steve Orr or email info@olccp.com

The OLCCP Stephen Ministers are: Bev Ayres, Dorothy Friedl, Sherry Orr, Steve Orr, Bob Siebert, and Pat Redner-Colvin, Jan Wassemiller, Stephanie Zimmerman.

There will be TWO worship services beginning June 22, 2025 at 8:30 am and 10:00 am. The first service will be outside by the Lake (weather permitting). Bring your own chairs if you would like.

Our calendar is available to browse live 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at OLCC,P Calendar. You can browse all events coming up. You can also subscribe to the calendar on the same page.

Please be sure to check the calendar before organizing an event at OLCCP.

Once again this year, we will be preparing home-cooked meals for homeless families in our area through the Lighthouse (SOS) family shelter program. The dates we will be cooking are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, June 16th, 18th, and 20th.

We can use 8-10 cooks and food preparers on these dates from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and a few drivers from 2:00 - 4:00 to deliver the prepared meals to the shelter in Pontiac. All the ingredients will be purchased ahead of time, and the meals will be prepared in our church kitchen. Look for sign-up sheets in the Lakeview area today.

Thank you and God bless you for your willingness to serve the less fortunate in our area

Kid's Sunday School Update:

Our summer worship times at 8:30 am and 10:00 am start June 22. We will continue to provide Kid's Sunday School over the summer at 10:00 am starting June 22.

GLU Youth Update:

GLU Youth will worship with families during the summer. GLU Youth group class will resume in the fall. Stay tuned for ways to help at planned GLU Youth gatherings and activities over the summer

We need two volunteers to serve in our classrooms one Sunday per month. We will provide prepared lessons, supplies and items needed in advance.

Please click on the click here to sign up button and review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.

Your service to our children and youth is very much appreciated. Thank you!

Contact the church office if need assistance with the Sign Up Genius or need more information about serving at info@olccp.com or 248-68-0730.

Sign up for Vacation Bible School today! Free for Pre-K though 5th grade.

This year’s VBS will be the ultimate adventure where northern lights glow over racing rivers, majestic lakes, and glistening glaciers. Your kids will explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world and learn that Jesus is a faithful friend we can trust, our True North forever.

Kids get a free t-shirt too!

Don’t forget to register your kids and grandkids and neighbors kids and friends kids for VBS!

Thank you to all those who have participating in our VBS donation tree. We would like the whole church to be part of our Vacation Bible School this summer by donating food and supplies that the children will be using throughout the week. Perishable food items will not be needed until the week before VBS.

Please drop off donations on or behind the Welcome Desk or in the Church office.

Thank you for your part in making True North VBS an unforgettable experience for the kids.

We have close to 40 kids registered to attend VBS 2025 and we are anticipating that more children will register before the registration closes. As such, we are in need of at least three more crew leaders and other volunteers given our increased numbers.

Are you able to help?

Please contact the Church office (leida@olccp.com) or Emily Frey Wagg (efreywagg@gmail.com) to join our VBS volunteer team.

You may also register to volunteer by clicking on the link below.

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Help make this year's VBS unforgettable! Thank you!

How big is your God? This is a rich, meaningful study for anyone desiring to know God and themselves better. You can have no higher goal nor greater joy than to know God personally. And you cannot begin to know Him intimately until you know Him by name.

Author Mary Kassian reveals fascinating insights about 35 Hebrew names of God that

describe His character, His relationships, and His purpose. Saturated in scripture, we’ll learn the significance of each ancient word. Chapters consist of names of deity, character, power, authority, splendor, intimacy, and sufficiency.

The 8-session study includes brief daily homework with enjoyable and engaging activities. We’ll discuss the homework lessons in class. Books will be available at our first class. If you will miss some classes because of summer, join us whenever you can. You’ll be awestruck by the Lord’s magnificence and your heart will be compelled to worship and praise Him.

Don’t miss this opportunity to “Knowing God by Name”. Invite friends too.

Please contact Bonnie Horner at bnnhrn@yahoo to sign up.

Join us on Zoom for Our Daily Bread devotional Monday through Friday at 9:00 am.

Click on the Daily Bread Zoom link below to connect with the group.

And to lead one morning, you can sign up here Orchard Lake Community Church, Presbyterian: Our Daily Bread Devotional (signupgenius.com)

Open Door’s food pantry provides food and care items on a monthly basis to qualified low income men, women, children and seniors. While school is out for summer, hunger doesn't take summer vacation. We are now collecting lunch items for kids. Some ideas for items on the wish list include:

Canned/Jar:

• Peanut butter
• Jelly
• Tuna/ chicken
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Individual Size:

• Raisins
• Granola bars
• Fruit cups
• crackers/cookies/chips
• Capri Sun
• Juice boxes

Microwavable/ Boxed

• Mac n Cheese
• Pasta
• Ramen noodle cups
• Rice cups
• Noodle bowls

Breakfast Items:

• Cereal
• Breakfast bars
• Pop Tarts
• Oatmeal packets

See Judy Davis for more information.

The Gathering Team has many events planned and is inviting others to join us in planning, set-up, and clean-up.

Thanks in advance! Email Christyforhan@ameritech.net for more details. Or click on this Gathering Team Sign Up Genius button below.

• June 15 - Donuts for Dad hospitality
• June 28 - Fireworks on our Lakeshore

Thank you from the Gathering Team: Linda Dunning, Rob Elliott, Christy Forhan

Digital Communication Specialist

At the May Session meeting, the Elders approved a position description for a part-time position, "Digital Communication Specialist". A complete rendering of the position description may be found by clicking here.

The Elders believe that this position will allow the congregation to reach many who are physically near the church but have no knowledge of our mission, ministries, or the joy we know in serving together. A winsome digital presence is crucial to reaching those who are unchurched. Please share the news of this new position with friends and family.

Each year, Orchard Lake Community Church, Presbyterian receives donations through the Kroger Community Rewards program. If you shop at Kroger and haven't already designated Orchard Lake Community Church , Presbyterian as your organization, please sign up.

Once you link your Kroger Card to Orchard Lake Community Church, Presbyterian, all you have to do is shop at Kroger and swipe your Shopper’s Card.

Use the link below to sign up:

https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards

Contact Mike Starynchak for more information.

Do you need a ride? Deacon Transportation Services at OLCCP is staffed and able to take fellow members to medical or essential appointments.

Please contact Linda V. or Rebecca for information or email info@olccp.com.

The Church Office is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

• Rev. Dr. Richard Lapehn (Pastor): In the office Monday through Thursday. May be reached by email at (pastorrich@olccp.com)or by phone at 248-682-0730.
• Leida Soto (Office Administrator): In the office Monday through Thursday or by email during office hours at (leida@olccp.com) or by phone at 248-682-0730.
• Stacey Cheff (Business Administrator): In the office Mondays and Thursdays or by email during office hours (stacey@olccp.com)
• Jay Schumacher (Director of Music Ministries): Messages can be taken during office hours @ 248-682-0730.

• Rebecca Grice-Johnson (Faith Community Nurse) : Email at (rebecca@olccp.com) or call 248-682-0730.

• Children & Youth: Information available during office hours @ 248-682-0730 or email info@olccp.com

Email: info@olccp.com
Website: www.olccp.com
Location: 5171 Commerce Road, Orchard Lake, MI, USA
Phone: 248-682-0730
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OLCCP/