Upcoming Events
Crocheting with Aimee
Join us Thursday afternoons in the Christian Ed area on the lower level, from 3:45-7pm for Crocheting with Aimee. No experience needed. Come and enjoy some company and a most relaxing craft. Contact Aimee or Gretchen for more information.
Food Pounding
There are many opportunities for all of us to provide a service to people who are in need.
However, none is more rewarding than providing food at holiday time.
Clean Sweep
Join us as Greenfielders help Greenfielders with their fall household chores! Assignments at 8:30am! Start Working at 9am! Meet at the church (bring your rakes, ladders, blowers and whatever else we might need if you have them. Sign up on our SignUp Genius page to volunteer or for assistance.
Contact Doug Hart with any questions 248-291-5940 or Judy in the office if you need help signing up.
Veterans Celebration Service
On Sunday, November 9, Greenfield will be celebrating those who are currently serving their country and those who and have served in the past are still with us. Please contact the church office with the names and rank of those to be celebrated by Wednesday, November 5. If they were on the list in the past their information would remain.
Prayer Shawl Group
We usually meet the second Tuesday of each month at 1pm. No sewing or knitting skills are needed to help. If you have the desire to lend a hand, we would love to have you join us. If you want to learn more, please contact Debbie Goodcourage at deg121254@gmail.com.
Adult Bible Study Lenten
A Child is Born: A Beginners Guide to Nativity Stories by Amy-Jill Levine
GREENFIELD FUN NIGHT & Chili
Greenfield Fun night is coming up, November 14! We’ll gather for chili at 5:30pm, followed by games at 6:15pm, including a little group fun planned by the CE committee. Greenfield Fun Nights are for the whole Greenfield family.
RSVP on SignUp genius to bring a pot of chili, or fixins to go with it. Come join us for some good fun!
Giving Tree
We are certainly thinking quite early about Christmas gifts this year. We are again hoping to meet our performance goal of 88 gift cards to deliver to families of children in need at The Guidance Center. These families are enrolled in an intensive homebased program which delivers bundled therapy and case-management services to babies, or young children and their parents and guardians. Treatment is needed when either member of the parent/child dyad are managing and trying to recover from issues such medical conditions, parental isolation, lack of family/social support, parent or child mental health conditions, developmental delays, intergenerational trauma and other concerns that impact the attachment relationships between parent and child. All families are low income and unable to access private health-care insurance. We are seeking a total of 88 $25 gift cards to Meijer or Wall-mart ( stores which are most accessible to our families) in order to help 44 children. Agency staff will distribute 2 cards for each child, so the parent can purchase both toys and clothing. Last year we collected more than this total and so were able to help more children in the program.
After Covid was over Greenfield decided to continue the gift card system for our Giving Tree because we heard how much parents felt a sense of dignity and joy with being able to choose and shop for their children. We also found it helped with making things more equitable within and among families. We would like the cards to be brought to the church by December 7. This will make it possible for staff to get the cards to families the week of December 8 so they can make arrangements to shop. Please help us bring Christmas smiles to our families once again this year and meet our goal of 88 cards!
Cookie Sale
Cookie Sale during the Mission Fair…..click below to learn more. The Cookie Sale will run the same times as the Mission Fair, Sunday, Dec. 7 between and after services. We need all our wonderful bakers to help make it possible. Anyone interested in baking a dozen cookies (or two would be nice) can contact Debbie Goodcourage at 248-224-3506.
Containers will be available for you to pick and choose your own cookies for $5. All proceeds will go to the Prayer Shawl Group to help fund the much needed supplies for their many mission projects such as prayer shawls, blankets for patients, cardiac/cancer pillows, fidget lap pads for autistic children and dementia/Alzheimer’s patients, scarves and cross body bags for the homeless. So gather your baking supplies, put on your aprons and fill your homes with the wonderful baking smells of the holiday while helping the Prayer Shawl Group continue to serve those in need.
Mission Fair
We will have unique products this year from both local and global entrepreneurs! A perfect opportunity to get gifts for teachers, coaches, neighbors, friends and family and support these worthwhile programs with your holiday shopping.
And back by popular demand...the Cookie Sale is back! W need the help of all our wonderful bakers to make it possible. The proceeds raised from the Cookie Sale will benefit the Prayer Shawl group for their many worthy projects, coordinated by Debbie Goodcourage. This is a reminder for everyone that the Mission Christmas Fair will be ONE Sunday only, December 7, between and after church services. We will continue with favorites from prior years including Motown Soup.
If you wish to buy Motown Soups, you can pre-order items by contacting Marilyn Koski at 248-224-8575 or marilynkoski1@gmail.com. There will be a limited number of items for purchase at the Mission Christmas Fair, and you can also place an order that day. You can view products at motownsoup.com, but if you order through the Mission Fair you will receive the special Greenfield price!
Men's Breakfast
The Men’s Group meets the first Saturday of the month. We will gather for breakfast at the Avenue Cafe on Woodward just north of 13 Mile. Contact Terry Barash at tzbarash@gmail.com if you have any questions.
NEW MEMBERS CLASS
On Sundays after church, we will meet in the multipurpose room. Pastor Anders will be hosting a gathering for all who are new or nearly new to Greenfield. This will be an opportunity to learn more about Greenfield and ways you can be involved in our life and ministry. This will also be a place to officially request to join as members if you are not one already. Please let Pastor Anders know if you will be attending at pastor@greenfieldchurch.com or 248-544-1800 x222.
Spread the Laughs
The Spread the Laughs comedy event is a few months away. We are making slow progress with auction items, sponsorships, and ticket sales, but we still need your help! If you know of anyone who may be interested in helping SOCH and our vulnerable community, please share this link: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/spread-the-laughs.
Liturgist Training
Our Music and Worship Committee is calling all readers who would like to “make a joyful noise unto the Lord” and “serve the Lord with gladness!” Are you looking for a meaningful way to be more involved in Sunday worship? Please consider serving as a liturgist! We are welcoming current, past and new folks who would like to become liturgists to answer the call.
There will be brief but important meetings on Sunday, September 28 at 10:15 (in the lounge), and again at 12:15 (in the sanctuary) for all current, returning, and new participants-choose the time that works best for you. We will be reviewing our procedures and will schedule liturgists for Sundays throughout the entire year. Please contact Nancy Youngerman or Suzanne Eddings with any questions.
Greenfield Community Picnic
Greenfield will host our annual Community Picnic on Sunday, September 21, 12-2:00pm. We will have games, prizes, delicious food, and fun for all! Wear your gear to represent your favorite NFL or Detroit team at our tailgate themed event. Invite friends, family, and neighbors! Please bring a non-perishable food item for our Little Free Pantry as your entry ticket!
Golfing for Glaciers
Not only are we golfing for glaciers, but for our children and grandchildren and the health of this beautiful creation that sustains us!
Learn more on our Climate page
VOLUNTEER WITH DISARMORY MINISTRIES
Disarmory Ministries have established the first permanent gun buy back in our north parking lot. Every Saturday from 10am-2pm they are dismantling and disposing of unwanted guns. If you’d like to volunteer, please contact them on their website disarmory.org.
Vacation Bible School
We hope you will be able to join us for VBS this year. We'll be planting seeds, and tending the garden, caring for creation, and caring for each other.
4th Annual Berkley Pride Block Party
Join fellow Greenfielders for our fourth year at the Berkley Pride Block Party! The event takes place June 22 from 1-5pm on Robina south of 12 Mile in downtown Berkley. This is a wonderful chance to connect with fellow Berkley residents and the LGBTQ+ community!
Sign up on our SignUp Genius page to volunteer for rotations at the table, we'll need help setting up and taking down as well.
Please reach out to Mitch Brown with questions. Hope to see you there!
Cereal for Summer Campaign
No child should go hungry, however, many kids who rely on receiving a subsidized breakfast or lunch during the school year often face long summer days without enough to eat.
Please join the 10th Annual Cereal for Summer Campaign sponsored by the Hunger Action Committee at the Detroit Presbytery and help the Greenfield Mission Committee gather cereal to feed hungry children in our Presbytery over the summer. Bring your donations down to Fellowship Hall to the boxes marked “Cereal for Summer”.
DEADLINE is Wednesday, July 27th.
F.R.O.G./STAGE Summer Mission
All ages of STAGE are welcome to participate in the mission week, visiting and helping out local Detroit non-profits.
Men's Retreat
Please join us for our 15th annual MEN’S RETREAT to be held at the Howell Nature Center.
To find out more and register click on the Learn More.
Spring Spruce Up
It’s that time again! Our yard and garden are in need of some TLC! We will start at 9:00 am and expect to finish by 12:00 Noon - Our focus will be on yard & garden cleanup. We will be raking, weeding, clearing out beds, trimming bushes & trees. Plus – Time permitting, We will be planting some perennials on the front berm and other areas! If anyone has any plants to donate, please contact Matt Howell. Please come along and help us, even if you can spend an hour or two...and all are welcome. Please CLICK HERE to register. Tools Needed: Rakes, Clippers (electric preferred), Lopping shears, Small garden tools, Small shovel or weeding tool. Any time that you could devote would be most appreciated.
Thanks, GPC Building & Grounds Team
Blood Drive
The American Red Cross (ARC) is on a mission to sustain the blood supply which is needed now more than ever. Your support serves as a vital link between willing blood donors and the patients whose lives they help save. Your blood donations help patients of all ages, accident and burn victims, heart surgery, and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood.
All donations are by sign up on-line ONLY on the ARC website. There are no walk-in appointments. If you want to make an appointment or have questions, visit American Red Cross website at redcrossblood.org and in the upper right corner in the RED box marked “Find a Blood Drive” (zip/sponsor code) enter sponsor code: greenfieldchurch
Your Mission/SocialJustice contact is Bonnie Swetman (812)746-9628 or bswetman@wowway.com
Sonshine Sisters
We encourage you to join us on Friday, May 9 at 6:00pm downstairs in Fellowship Hall. Already have plans that night, that’s okay you can still participate.
Men's Breakfast
The Men’s Group meets the first Saturday of the month. We will gather for breakfast at the Avenue Cafe on Woodward just north of 13 Mile. Contact Terry Barash at tzbarash@gmail.com if you have any questions.
The Music Man
Mark your calendars, it will sell out! On Wednesday, April 30 at 7:30pm, Birmingham Village Players will present The Music Man by Merideth Willson. We all know this fabulous musical and could probably sing most of the songs. A reception will start at 6:45pm, and curtain at 7:30pm. This final dress rehearsal is an important fundraiser for the Homeless Inn Welcome Center in Royal Oak. Admission is a $25 donation and can be purchased on the Welcome Inn website, sochwi.orgor actual tickets can be purchased from Dianne Cragg.
Lunch & Learn C.A.N
The Mission and Social Justice Committee would like to invite the congregation to a “Lunch and Learn” from Freedom House on Saturday, April 5 from 12-1:30pm in Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be provided so please RSVP on SignUp Genius, so we know how many to plan for.
“FreedomLives” provides a safe house, food, clothing and internet access for clients up to 2 years. The community house is the foundation of all programming. When clients are ready to move out, the housing program provides help with housing relocation literacy and services. On average, 85% of Freedom House residents exit the program into independent housing.
“FreedomAids” provides a trained legal representative to guide clients through the protection process - coordinating evidence protection, representing them at official proceedings regarding asylum and employment authorization.
“FreedomWorks” helps clients with English as a second language, pre-employment training, resume creation, etc.
“FreedomCares” provides access to medical care and mental health care to address past trauma experiences, “FreedomTalks” is a resource for groups seeking global perspectives,experiential education and issue expertise.
Men's Breakfast
The Men’s Group meets the first Saturday of the month. We will gather for breakfast at the Avenue Cafe on Woodward just north of 13 Mile. Contact Terry Barash at tzbarash@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Bring Your Own Craft day
We hope every quilter, cross stitcher, crocheter, knitter, stamper, scrapbooker, card maker, jeweler... will join us on March 29 in the Fellowship Hall from 9-5. We are so excited to share time together and do crafts with you. This gives you some time to do your own crafts, and time to share fellowship with your GPC friends! Come for all or part of the day.
We ask that you bring or order your own lunch. We will have a communal snack table, and you are welcome to bring a snack to share as well.
Sign up on our SignUp Genius page for the type of accommodation you will need. If you have any questions please see Nancy Youngerman, Jess Howell, or Aimee Twarek!
Ash Wednesday
Join us for Ash Wednesday to begin the season of Lent. We will begin with a Pancake supper at 6pm in the Fellowship Hall. Service will be at 7pm in the sanctuary and will include the imposition of ashes and Holy Communion. RSVP for the pancake supper on our SignUp Genius page.
Deacon’s Soup & Cookie Sale
It is time again for the Deacons Soup & Cookie sale which will be held downstairs after the 9am and 11 am services. There will be a variety of different soups, chilis and cookies and brownies for sale. Favorites include Chicken Noodle, Split Pea, Chili (with and without meat). We will also have vegan soup options available.
The sales will be on Sunday 3/2/25 between services and after the 11 am service.
Proceeds to go to the Deacon fund.
Quart of soup. $6
Cookies. $3/pkg
Men's Breakfast
The Men’s Group meets the first Saturday of the month. We will gather for breakfast at the Avenue Cafe on Woodward just north of 13 Mile. Contact Terry Barash at tzbarash@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Welcome Inn Overnight Program
During the week of February 23-March 1 we will be partnering with Northbrook Presbyterian to host a week of overnights at the SOCH Welcome Inn. This will be similar to the SOS overnights we’ve done in the past, but we will be hosting at the Starr Presbyterian Building. As it was with SOS there will be a lot of opportunities to volunteer for this mission project. More information will be coming about those opportunities after the Holiday Season.
J.O.Y. Group Annual Afternoon Tea
Please join us for our annual Afternoon Tea in Greenfield’s Fellowship Hall
Men’s Potluck & Fun
We thought we might have another GPC Men’s Group Potluck and Fun Evening as preparation for the Men’s Retreat in February. We did it last year in fellowship hall where we did a potluck meal and we brought games and cards and hung out for a few hours! It was awesome! Click below to find out more.
Crossroads Soup Kitchen
Please join us at Crossroads Soup Kitchen on Sunday, January 26th from 8:30am - 3:30 pm. Go to the Mission page to find out more and sign up.