This Sunday, March 29

This Sunday is Palm Sunday. This works perfectly with the last picture of how Jesus saves us. Jesus comes to Jerusalem as a conquering king. On the cross, Jesus does indeed conquer sin and death for us, but not in the way we expected. This week, we will look at the unique way Jesus gains the victory over sin, death, and evil. 


Next Sunday, April 5

He is risen! Next Sunday we will celebrate the resurrection. We will look at the parts of the resurrection that serve as the foundation of our faith, parts we believe wholeheartedly. We will also look at some components of the resurrection that we often fail to believe.

 
Giving QR code.

Ways to Give

You can support God’s work through FCC at any time in the following ways:

1) Electronically, by going to www.ferrysburgchurch.com/give, using the FCC App, or scanning this QR code.  

2) Use the giving boxes in the back of the sanctuary.

3) Mail your check to church or use your bank’s bill pay service.

This Week’s Featured Ministry Partner – Resonate Global Mission

Resonate Global Mission is the mission agency of the Christian Reformed Church.  It is the merging of World Missions and Home Missions and leads our denomination in missions locally and globally. 

Next week, the offering will also be for Resonate Global Mission.

 

Featured Ministry Partners

Please consider supporting our ministry partners with your prayers and offerings.

March 29 - Resonate Global Mission

April 5 - Resonate Global Mission

April 12 - Resonate Global Mission

April 19 - Resonate Global Mission

April 26 - Family Care Fund

 

Maundy Thursday Service - April 2 at 7:00 pm

We will remember Christ’s suffering and death on Thursday, April 2, at 7:00 pm with a service of readings, music, and the Lord’s Supper.  There will be an opportunity to bless our food pantry ministry.  Please consider bringing a donation of food or a financial contribution.

Praying Like Jesus Workshop

The core of our FCC vision is to become more like Jesus.  An important part of becoming more like Jesus is learning to pray like him.  Join Pastor Nate on Tuesday evenings from 7:30-8:30 p.m. as he explores Jesus’ teaching on prayer.  This class will not only teach about prayer but also equip you for prayer and give you the opportunity to practice a new approach.  The class starts on April 14 and will end on May 12.  Email the church office to sign up (office@ferrysburgchurch.com).

Thank You from the Beutlichs

Thank you for all of the prayers, cards, and support. It is so very much appreciated!

Single Ladies Gathering

Please join us for lunch and fellowship on Friday, April 17, at 11:45 a.m. at the Grand Traverse Pie Company in Norton Shores. Contact Sandy Benson at 616-935-2490 if you need a ride!

FCC Golf League

Our FCC Golf League will play again this year at Terra Verde Golf Club on Thursdays, from early May to late August, with tee times between 3:45 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Anyone interested in playing this season is asked to contact league co-coordinators John Kramer (616) 822-1147 or Dan Wierenga (616) 308-3438.

Books for Every Woman’s Place

Autumn Brown is a senior at WMCHS and a VBS volunteer at FCC.  With the help of our church, she is creating a small library for the occupants of Every Woman’s Place. This will establish a peaceful place for them to go that fosters learning and a love of reading. Please consider donating books of all genres, for adults and youth. During the month of March, a box will be placed outside the church office where you can help Autumn give the gift of reading to the residents of Every Woman’s Place!

VBS - Save the Dates!

Ferrysburg’s Rainforest Falls will take place June 15-18 from 9:00-11:30 a.m. each day. Kids from four years old through students entering fifth grade are invited to participate. All others are invited to volunteer.

Women’s Book Club

Book Club will meet on Thursday, April 16, at 1:00 p.m. to discuss Miss Benson’s Beetle by Rachel Joyce. Contact Lynn DeYoung with any questions.

 

FCC Knitters

Knitters will begin meeting at 1:00 p.m. at the church on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. You don’t have to be a knitter to attend; come to learn. Crochet or other handwork projects are welcome too. Contact Rosemary VerHeul at 616-430-7429.

LifeGroups

LifeGroups are mid-sized groups of people from our church family that gather twice a month to study, serve, and share life together.  We have groups for all kinds of people at different places in life.  If you’d like more information or help finding a LifeGroup, contact Pastor Nate (nate@ferrysburgchurch.com) or the church office (office@ferrysburgchurch.com).

 

Connections Emails

Want to stay in the loop with your church family?  Sign up for the Connections email.  An email goes out on Mondays, Thursdays, and Sunday mornings.  This is also how we communicate cancellations and other important information.  To sign up, send an email office@ferrysburgchurch.com.

 

Online Directory

Contact the office or check with a staff member if you need the password to access our online directory.

 

Women’s Coffee

Join us in The Grove on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 9 a.m.

 

Men’s Coffee

Come for a cup of coffee and some conversation every Wednesday at 9 a.m in the Commons.

 

Youth and Family Ministries

Youth Group

Our youth group meets every Sunday after the service in the youth room. Contact Drew with any questions at drew@ferrysburgchurch.com.

GEMS

All girls in grades 1 through 7 are welcome to belong and be loved at Ferrysburg GEMS! GEMS meets the first and third Mondays of the month from 6:30-8:00 p.m. from September 15 through March. Contact Lori Houskamp (lori@ferrysburgchurch.com) for more information.

MomCo

MomCo is a place for moms to experience encouragement and community. MomCo meets next on Thursday, April 16, from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Childcare is available for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Find all the details and meeting dates at ferrysburgchurch.com/momco.

GymJam

GymJam is a great opportunity for kids and caregivers to gather in the FCC gym so kids can play and adults can enjoy fellowship. GymJam happens next on Thursday, April 16, from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Find future dates for GymJam on the Facebook page, at ferrysburgchurch.com/gymjam, or grab a postcard from the check-in station.

 

Community Announcements

Share Your Gifts at Love in Action

If you already volunteer with Love in Action, we want to say thank you!  Giving your time is a precious gift and we are grateful.  Do you know all the ways there are to get involved at Love in Action? Receptionist, client advisor, financial coach, health and dental clinics, administrative assistant/data entry, Upscale Resale store, transporting and processing donations, central pantry, gardening/landscaping, maintenance, mobile food distribution (food truck).  We all have gifts to share, and when we share, we create opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with others.  Opportunities range from one-time events to ongoing, weekly scheduled shifts.  As a volunteer, you decide your schedule! Email love@loveinactiontricities.org for more information.