1️⃣ This Week’s Highlights
Core Value of the Week
We value a thriving community. The Kroc Center cultivates a sense of place that bonds people together and makes our whole neighborhood stronger.
2️⃣ Program Updates
- Summer 2 programs – Week 1
- Some programs have been extended for registration.
- Camp Kroc is in Week 8!
- Camp Kroc Week 10 registration ends on Wednesday (extension may apply)
3️⃣ Facility Notices 🛠️
Facility Updates/Closures
(none listed this week)
Rentals
- Tuesday–Wednesday: Fit Kids on the Move, East Field, 6:30–7:30 PM.
- Saturday: LOBOS/Alliance Field Rental, 4–8:30 PM.
- Sunday: LOBOS/Alliance Field Rental, 12–4 PM.
4️⃣ Staff Announcements 🎉
Green Dot Moments & Staff Shoutouts
- Shout out to Ann Talen, who has been away for several months, for jumping in last minute to sub Body Pump and ensuring members didn’t miss their class.
🎂 Birthdays This Week
- July 30 – Lisa V.
- August 2 – Addison A.
- August 2 – Sharon K.
👋 Welcome New Staff
- David Flowers – Gym Attendant
📌 Open Positions at the Kroc Center
- Lifeguard
- Welcome Desk Attendant
- Fitness Instructor
- Water Fitness Instructor
- Dance Instructor
- Swim Instructor
Apply here: grkroccenter.org/learn-more/careers
Staff Announcements
- Saturday: Staff CPR, Fireside A/B
5️⃣ Reminders & Resources 📌
- Kroc Block Party – August 15
- Backyard BBQ – August 21
✝️ Note from the Pastor
John 10:1–13 – We Are Your Shepherds!
John 10:1–13 paints a beautiful picture of Jesus Christ as our shepherd and we as His sheep. John uses the metaphor of the shepherd and the sheep to tell a story of how much the shepherd cares for His sheep and how much the sheep not only trust and rely upon Him, but how well they know Him. This story is a wonderful reminder of how we today are still under the care of the great shepherd Jesus Christ, and He is still in fact watching over and protecting His flock.
In John’s parable, he tells of the robber who has only come in among the sheep by means of unauthorized entry into the fold. The sheep do not recognize him because he is not the shepherd. They do not listen to his voice. Because he is a robber whose only goal is to rob, steal, kill, and destroy. In the Church today there are many who enter the fold undetected and only have in mind wicked things. However, because the sheep do not recognize him, they turn away and back to the shepherd for protection.
In John’s parable, the hired hand flees when the wolf comes in among the sheep, leaving the sheep alone and defenseless. However, the shepherd never leaves His sheep alone and defenseless. In fact, the shepherd will lay His life down for His sheep. The good shepherd knows His sheep and they know His voice—they trust in Him and will follow Him.
Today, know that we are your shepherds and we will guard you and watch over you as your pastors. We will defend you and protect you from the wolves and help you also to learn to stand on your own, trusting in the Lord—the greatest shepherd of all.
🙏 Prayer Requests
- Prayer for new employees to feel welcome and loved.
- Homeless family struggling with depression, anxiety, and safety.
- Jayden and Sarah – continued healthy pregnancy, grandpa’s health, and personal mental health.
- Hevarst requested prayer for his housing situation.
- Prayer for a great start to our Summer 2 programs.
