This Sunday, February 22

There is something particularly frightening about being out on a boat in the middle of a large body of water and realizing that you won’t get to shore before the storm hits. I can walk on water, but it’s usually only in the month of February when lakes freeze over. Jesus walked on water when it wasn’t frozen, and Peter also gives it a try in our message for GEMS Sunday. Rev. Jeff Boersma will lead us in learning how to walk by faith in our storms.

Next Sunday, March 1

We see it on signs, billboards, and even spray-painted onto the sides of buildings: Jesus Saves.  And he most certainly does!  But how exactly does Jesus save?  How does Jesus’ life and death save us from sin and death?  That’s the question we will be asking and answering during the season of Lent.  We’ll start next week by looking at how Jesus saves us by taking our place.

 
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 – GEMS Girls Clubs

GEMS Girls’ Clubs is a relationship-building program created especially for girls! GEMS clubs are held in churches and Christian organizations in North America and Africa. Offering monies will support the global ministry of GEMS. 

Next week, the offering will be for World Renew.

 

Featured Ministry Partners

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

February 15 - Christian Schools

February 22 - GEMS

March 1 - World Renew

March 8 - World Renew

March 15 - World Renew

March 22 - World Renew

 

Council Nominations

The Council is asking members to submit names for the offices of elder and deacon. Please pray about men and women who you feel can lead us in being a community of all kinds of people who are becoming like Jesus. Elders and deacons must be professing members of FCC and be active in our church family. They should also be committed to our vision and exhibit spiritual maturity. Please submit names by Sunday, March 1. Nominations can be placed in the designated box in the church office, mailed, or emailed to office@ferrysburgchurch.com. Please pray that God will guide this process.

Baked Potato Luncheon - February 22

Plan to stay after the worship service on Sunday, February 22, for great food and fellowship as well as the opportunity to support our GEMS. You can load a baked potato, warm up with chili and nachos, munch on a healthy salad, and/or treat yourself to the smorgasbord of desserts.

Lent Family Event - March 1

Parents & kids are invited to come to The Grove on March 1 from 9:45-10:15 for light refreshments, activities, and inspiration for your family for the Lent season.

Easter Flowers

It's time to order Easter Flowers again. Orders will be taken before and after the services on March 1 and 8. They will be delivered the week of Easter and can be picked up after the service on Easter morning. Contact  Robin Spicer 616-540-6665 with any questions.

VBS Needs

A quick reminder that we are in need of a lot of paper towel tubes. And just a few cardboard egg cartons for our rainforest creations. If anyone is interested in joining in on the fun of making decorations, we will be holding workshops on Wednesday afternoons (1-3pm) in March except for the first week when the workshop will be held on Saturday the 7th beginning at 10am. Feel free to come and go as you are able.

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, February 19, at 1:00 p.m. to discussThe Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. Contact Lynn DeYoung with any questions.

Kids Hope

Our Kids Hope Program is looking for a male mentor! This would be for a Kindergarten boy who needs a positive male role model. If you are interested or want more information, please contact Judy Pontine. You may contact Judy by email at judy@ferrysburgchurch.com, by phone at 616-560-9542, or in person after the service.

 

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! Registration is now open at ferrysburgchurch.com/gems. GEMS meets the first and third Mondays of the month from 6:30-8:00 p.m. from September 15 through March. 

MomCo

MomCo is a place for moms to experience encouragement and community. MomCo meets next on Thursday, March 5, 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, February 12, 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.