This Sunday, January 19

Who is the absolute worst person to ever live?  Hitler? Stalin? Pharaoh? Charles Manson?  On Sunday we will continue our study of 1 Timothy by looking at one person who surprisingly made that claim about himself.  We will also celebrate the Lord’s Supper. 

 

Next Sunday, January 26

Certain garments are made to be “one size fits all.”  Hats or socks or gloves will sometimes come in just one size with a claim to fit every head, foot, or hand.  But probably not.  There are some heads, hands, and feet out there that just won’t work.  The Gospel of Jesus Christ comes with the claim to be good news for all people too.  Next Sunday we’ll see if and how one size fits all.

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 Offering – Positive Options

Positive Options (Lakeshore Pregnancy Center) is a Christ-centered ministry that responds to unplanned pregnancy.  Positive Options walks with women and men to help them make a life-affirming choice and to support them through the process.  Next week’s offering is also for Positive Options.

 

VBS - Save the Dates!

Ferrysburg’s True North Adventure will take place the mornings of June 16-19. Kids from four years-old through students entering fifth grade are invited to participate. Volunteers will be needed. Please mark your calendars now and plan to make this peak experience part of your summer!

Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant at FCC

Our current administrative assistant, Shelby, is stepping down to care for needs in her family.  We are once again looking for our next assistant.  Please pray for this process.  If you know of anyone who has interest, direct them to www.ferrysburgchurch.com/employment.


FCC Weather Policy

Church activities will be canceled in the event of a blizzard warning, or tornado watch or warning. Council and staff may also cancel worship and church events at their discretion in the event of inclement weather.  An announcement of FCC closure or delay will be made through email and on WOOD-TV.


FCC Knitters

The FCC Knitting Group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday from 1:00pm-3:00pm at church in The Commons.  Talk to Rosemary VerHeul for more information. 


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 person or member of Council 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 9am.

Men’s Coffee

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

Youth and Education 

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 from 9:30-11:00am! GymJam will meet next on January 23rd.  You are invited to join the Ferrysburg Church GymJam group for occasional announcements and reminders. Contact Kaylee Freeman (kaylee.rae.freeman@gmail.com) with any questions or to be added to an email list for updates/reminders.

The MomCo (Mom Community)

Moms will have the opportunity to connect again with the new name, The MomCo. We offer a great place for moms to enjoy support, fellowship and adult conversation. Our next meeting will be January 16 from 9:30-11am.  

GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior)

First through seventh grade girls are encouraged to join us on Monday January 20 at 6:30pm. Registration and information for 2024-2025 is available at www.ferrysburgchurch.com/gems.

Student Ministries

Both Summit (9th-12th) and Base Camp (6th-8th) will be meeting on Sundays from 12-1:30pm in the Youth Room. Email Drew@ferrysburgchurch.com with any questions. 


Community Announcements 

Share Your Gifts at Love in Action

If you already volunteer with Love in Action, we want to say thank you!  Giving of 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.