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Join us in Ann Arbor on January 11 for a screening of a new documentary on human trafficking. “The Right Track” features interviews with survivors who give first-hand accounts of what human trafficking is all about and what we can do to stop it.

Tricia Grant, one of the featured survivors in the film, will be present in-person for a Q&A session after the screening.

Make a difference and help save lives! Join us alongside former MLI Intern Alison Doerr for Concordia’s upcoming Blood Drive on Thursday, December 4th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Concordia University North Building; 3475 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Help us hit our goal of collecting 30 units! Invite friends and family as well; everyone is welcome! The blood drive will be in the nursing skills lab located on the first floor. Donate at this drive to receive an exclusive pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks, while supplies last! There will also be a raffle for gift cards on the day of the drive! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Sign up to donate here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=concordia

A Cozy Christmas
with Blake Flattley & Tanner Olson
December 17th at 6:30 PM
St. Paul Ann Arbor – 420 W. Liberty St, Ann Arbor

As we wait for Christmas to come, we invite you to step into a warm and intimate evening filled with music, hymns, spoken word poetry, and storytelling—an opportunity to pause, reflect, and embrace the beauty of Advent. Through song and spoken word, Blake Flattley and Tanner Olson will lead us in an exploration of the season—its waiting, wondering, and joy. Together, we’ll celebrate the hope that Advent brings and the peace found in the promise of Christmas. So, dust off your favorite Christmas sweater, grab a friend and join us for A Cozy Christmas! This performance is a free event sponsored by Church Extension Fund. For more info visit: https://www.stpaulannarbor.org/news-and-events/cozy-christmas/

We need help finding a host family for a Japanese exchange student living in Ann Arbor. This 16 year old male student has already arrived from Japan and been placed with a temporary family through Thanksgiving. We are looking for a family willing to host him for the remainder of the school year, ideally within the Pioneer school district, as he has already begun attending classes there. This student enjoys sports and is a member of both the tennis and bowling teams. His temporary host family has shared how much they appreciate his positive and upbeat outlook on life. If you might be able to help this student or have any questions, please reach out to Gillian Miranda at gillhart@umich.edu

The Lutheran Choralaires, a Men’s Chorus under the direction of noted Detroit area composer and arranger Terry Herald, present their annual Christmas Concert entitled “What Shall We Sing For The Child?” Now entering their 79th season, The Lutheran Choralaires have long celebrated the glorious birth of Jesus; witnessing to the masses in Metro Detroit, throughout Michigan and beyond. The concert will be held on Saturday December 6th 4:00pm, at St. John Lutheran Church (1011 W. University Dr., Rochester, Michigan 48307); with a repeat performance given on Saturday December 13th 4:00pm, at Historic Trinity Lutheran Church (1345 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, Michigan 48207). Free will donations (suggested $10/Adult, $5/Children) will be taken at the door. For further information contact Choralaire President Paul Kienman (pabamaki2@gmail.com), E-mail info@lutheranchoralaires.org, or visit www.lutheranchoralaires.org.

Event link: https://www.lutheranchoralaires.org/christmas2025

Please mark your calendar for Friday, November 14 th as a time to come together as part of the MOST community, to enjoy “An Evening with Warren and Flick”, a fundraising concert for MOST Ministries. The concert starts at 7:00 pm and will take place at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Ann Arbor. There is no charge for admission, but attendees will be asked to make a gift/pledge to support the ongoing work of MOST Ministries.

RSVP HERE

On Monday evening, November 19, the Michigan Christian Study Center will host an event titled “Does Rural America Have a Future? Pathways to Renewal.” Over the last century, there has been a significant re-centering of the U.S. population as cities and suburbs continue to grow and small towns die, and family farms are consolidated into agribusinesses. How do we make sense of the changes that are taking place in rural America economically, culturally, politically, and spiritually?  Is a future flourishing of rural life and culture in America possible, and if so, what role might Christianity play in bringing that about?. If you plan to attend, please RSVP.

Sunday, October 26, 2025 | 3–4:30 PM

Bach Vespers
Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 4:00pm

St. Paul Lutheran Church of Ann Arbor
420 W. Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Admission: Free

St. Paul Lutheran Church of Ann Arbor is launching a new Bach Vespers series, presenting the beloved cantatas, passions, and oratorios of Johann Sebastian Bach in their original context—the beautiful Vespers liturgy. Professional soloists and orchestra join Ann Arbor community singers, the St. Paul Bach Choir, St. Paul Brass Ensemble, and The Boychoir of Ann Arbor in what is sure to become a wonderful tradition. The cantata for the November 9th performance is BWV 79, Gott der Herr ist Sonn und Schild.

Join us for this opportunity to experience this exquisite repertoire in the manner it was presented in Bach’s day! For more info:

https://www.stpaulannarbor.org/news-and-events/bach-vespers/

On Monday evening, October 20, the Michigan Christian Study Center will host an event, Promise or Peril? How Stories Guide Technology and Will Shape Its Future. Are digital technology and AI leading us toward a better world, or are they profound threats to humanity’s future? Our answers to these questions stem from deeper assumptions and narratives about the nature of the world. This interactive event will explore the various stories that shape humanity’s view of technology, and suggest ways that the Christian story might guide us towards more responsible technology. If you plan to attend, please RSVP.

Lutheran Women In Mission (LWML) will meet on Saturday, October 18 at Cross of Christ, South Lyon from 9 a.m. until Noon. The guest speaker is Michelle Austin with The Foster Closet of Oakland County and ingathering donations will go to The Foster Closet per the list provided. There will be a $5 suggested door donation. Cross of Christ is located at 24155 Griswold Rd., South Lyon. RSVP requested to Linda Benson or call 248.437.8810.

On Monday evening, September 15, the Michigan Christian Study Center will host an event, The University and the Pursuit of Truth. In today’s contentious and politicized environment, is it still possible for public universities to foster the rigorous pursuit of truth? If so, how? This interactive session will explore these questions from a variety of institutional perspectives. The evening will begin with introductory remarks by Laurie McCauley, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Michigan. Other speakers include Dan Crane, Richard W. Pogue Professor of Law at the University of Michigan, and Valerie Johnson, Senior Manager of Strategic Partnerships for the University of Michigan ADVANCE Program. If you plan to attend, please RSVP.