St. Stephen Lutheran Church
Announcements
Opportunity to Join Bowling League
Last year, several St. Stephen members formed four mixed teams
and joined an established mixed league called Sunday Leftovers. Most of the teams plan to return this year.
Here are the details for the upcoming season:
· Location– Cherry Hill North Bowling Alley in Clarkston
· Schedule– Every other Sunday at 6:15pm (16 week season)
· Start Date– Sunday, September 13, 2026
· Cost- $17 per person per night (shoe rental is extra)
· Format– 3 games each night. Teams must be 2 men & 2 women
· Amenities– Full bar and food available for purchase
· Extras– High game, mystery game, strike ball, 50/50 raffle, etc.
All skill levels are welcome. While there are a few serious bowlers, most are there for the social aspect.
If you are interested in joining this year, please let me know ASAP
Kevin Evanson 248-909-4098
Open Door North-Food Pantry Needs
Our Open Door Food Pantry is in need of peanut butter & full size cleaning products.
Consider picking up something the next time you are out doing your shopping.
Donations can be placed in the designated basket on the Welcome Desk in the church lobby. Thank You!
Music Rehearsals Begin Soon!
Our Choirs will begin their season with rehearsals beginning Thursday, September 10th. Handbells & Male Chorus
rehearse at 6:00pm, Cantare Choir rehearsal is at 7:00pm. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please contact our music director, Tammy Miller, tammy@ststephenwaterford.org
Children’s Sunday School Begins Sunday, September 13th!
This first Sunday, class will be held from 9:00-9:45
and will return to it’s regular time of 9:45-10:30amthe following week.
One Service Sunday, September 13th
9:00am Bible Study & Sunday School
Plan to bring your own coffee & snacks to Bible Study
10:00am Worship with Communion
St. Stephen Church Picnic: Sunday, September 13th 12:00pm
Independence Oaks County Park 9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston- Trailside Shelter Picnic Area
What you can bring:
A dish to pass, lawn chairs/picnic blankets, drinks/alcoholic beverages (cans or plastic bottles only), lawn games (frisbees, bocce ball set, ladder ball set, etc.)
What will be provided:
Chicken Shack Chicken, paper products, bottled water, picnic tables
Activities available at the park:
TV-Detroit Lions Game @ 1pm, playground, sand volleyball pit, horse shoe pit, hiking/bike trails, paddle boat, kayak, and canoe rentals, fishing (no license required for children under 17 yrs. old) Wint Nature Center open 1-5pm
RSVP by September 3rd to let us know you are coming by calling or emailing the church office
248-673-6621 or office@ststephenwaterford.org
Open Door Outreach Center 2026 Goals for Good
Detroit Red Wings vs Vancouver Canucks |November 25th, 2026, 7:30pm|Little Caesars Areana
Charity of the Game | Open Door Outreach
$35.00 per ticket/Only 250 tickets Available-Get Yours Before They’re Gone!
Contact 248-360-2931 ext. 6, Kevin McCallum @opendoormi.org, Sheryl@opendoormi.org
28th Annual Lutheran High School Northwest Golf Outing
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Westwynd Golf Course, Oakland Twp.
Funds raised will support special events & projects at LHNW
Consider participating in this year’s golf outing, becoming a sponsor, and/or making a donation to the raffle baskets.
See the posting on the bulletin board in the church lobby for sponsor & theme basket items.
Questions? Contact Kristi Baughman, principal
248-852-6677 or email kbaughman@lhsa.com
CPR & AED/First Aide Training in Our Area
Waterford EMS Academy offers public CPR training for times a year.
Their last class offered for 2026 will be on Saturday, October 10, from 1-4pm.
To sign up visit www.waterfordmi.gov/EMS-Academy
For questions or additional information, contact EMS Coordinator, Lt. Jake Helgemo 248-618-7569
2495 Crescent Lake Road, Waterford
Options for other class offerings within our local area can be found by visiting
cpr.heart.org or redcross.org to find classes in locations near you.
Open Door North @ St. Stephen
We are open one day a week on Tuesdays at 10:00am
Those who are unable to volunteer on Tuesdays can volunteer at Open Door’s Main Outreach Center
at 7124 Cooley Lake Road, Waterford.
What can you do to help?
· Volunteer– Contact our on-site coordinator, Jackie Reddick 616-915-9047
· Spread the Word– Encourage those in need of help to call Tina Davis, Client Services Manager, 248-360-2930 x 102.
· Donate– We need full size shampoo/conditioner, body wash, lotion, cleaning products, and maual can openers.
· Pray-Please continue to pray for our partnership with Open Door, for the volunteers and staff, and for those we are helping in our community!
Worship When You Can’t Be Here: Worship Anew
Do you or a loved one find it difficult to join us in person for Sunday service? Whether it’s due to health, mobility, or travel, you can remain connected to God’s Word and our community of faith. Worship Anew is a weekly, 30-minute Lutheran worship service
designed specifically for aging adults and those who are homebound.
How to Watch or Listen:
· Television: Detroit - WKBD 50 (CW) - Sunday 8:00 AM
· Streaming: Watch anytime on YouTube, the Worship Anew App or directly at WorshipAnew.org
· By Phone: If you don’t have internet or cable, you can listen to the latest service 24/7 by calling (888) 286-8002 or (260) 440-8476
If you know someone who could benefit from this resource, please share this information with them.