Courtesy photo Pastor John Shipman, left, presented a donation of more than $800 to the leadership team of Hospice of Michigan in support of its work serving individuals and families. The gift was made possible through the efforts of St. Paul Lutheran’s Christmas Bazaar team.

St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church supported several outreach efforts through recent gifts and service. The Girl Scouts from the congregation prepared and sent care packages to U.S. service members deployed in the Middle East. In addition, Pastor John Shipman presented a $1,000 donation to Partners in Prevention to support mental wellness programs in Northeast Michigan and a donation of more than $800 to Hospice of Michigan, made possible through the church’s Christmas Bazaar team.