The Lutheran Heritage Foundation was established on Nov. 10, 1992, by Rev. Dr. Robert Rahn. The foundation, which strives to provide the most accurate translations of Lutheran literature available, employs more than 300 people around the world to work as translators, reviewers, editors, general linguists and theological specialists. In addition to translating Lutheran literature, the foundation also publishes and distributes it at no cost to pastors, seminary students, missionaries and churches. Since its establishment, the foundation has published and distributed more than 450 titles and 3 million Lutheran books in 80 countries and 90 languages. The foundation encourages donations to help continue its work, and representatives are available to give presentations for churches wishing to learn more about the foundation and its works.
Ferndale Free Methodist Church is located on the eastern border of Ferndale, on Woodward Heights Boulevard, between Chester and Huron Avenues. The church offers a number of family programs, including music groups, basketball and cheerleading groups, field trips, Bible studies and other events. Ferndale Free Methodist Church is a very family-oriented church.
The Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church is a traditional institution located on Adams Road.The church offers a variety of programs, such as Bible school, day camp, music and youth programs. On Sundays the Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church offers worship services at 8am and 9:30am and Sunday School at 9:30am and 11am.
Peace Lutheran Church & School has been teaching families and students about peace and Christinity since 1967. More than 600 congregants attend church weekly, and more than 200 students attend the K–8th grade school. The school's early childhood department offers several programs for children under five. The school is open to all students who desire a personalized education that stresses high academic standards and Christian-based values. Financial aid is available to needy students.
Grosse Pointe Nursery School is part of Grosse Pointe Baptist Church on Mack Avenue, a block in from the road. Even with the tall steeple, first-time visitors may not spot the building from the road. Inside, the tell-tale signs of arts and crafts activities decorate the walls: Construction paper kites and kids' drawings add color to the cheerful space. A large playground behind the church gives kids a great open area in which to play. The school's religious affiliation is Baptist, but all children 2 and older are welcome to enroll.
The First United Methodist Church of Royal Oak offers worship services, networking events, Bible studies, a library and prayer groups for people of all ages.
Starr was founded in 1850, making it one of Royal Oak's historic landmarks. The church is known for its beautiful stained-glass windows designed by parishioners in the 1980s and a Labor Day camp for families that has run since 1961. The church hosts a warming shelter for the homeless during the coldest months of the year.
The Salvation Army collects clothes and other household items at more than 1,400 centers and sells them to fund their Adult Rehabilitation Centers. At their Utica store--the largest Salvation Army in the US--they have a large selection of gently used clothing that is clean and in great shape.
For instance, the men's jeans selection has many Levi's, Lee and other great brand names and has many different sizes. It also has a great selection of used stereos and speakers, just to name one of their many household items. If you have never been to a Salvation Army, you're missing out on great clothes, etc., at garage sale prices. And everything you spend goes toward helping others who are less fortunate.
St. John Vianney is a Catholic church that strives to make the parish community a nurturing and all-welcoming center for everyone. It believes in sharing the word of the Lord in worship while enjoying fellowship and celebrating the church's spirituality. Mass is held Monday and Tuesday at 9:15 a.m.; Thursday at 7 p.m. and Friday at 9:15 a.m.
The Plymouth District Library serves the communities of Plymouth and Plymouth Township. The library offers books, videos, audio and other media for loan to the community. It also offers computer and technology classes and community and youth programming. There are also public-use computers with Internet available for use.
