This Week’s Church and Community News
This Sunday, March 22
When we talk about how Jesus saves us, we naturally and rightly focus on his death on the cross. But Jesus’ whole life was a great big salvation tour. This Sunday, we’ll see how Jesus’ demonstration of God’s love transforms our hearts and saves us from sin.
Next Sunday, March 29
Next 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. Next week, we will look at the unique way Jesus gains the victory over sin, death, and evil.
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 – World Renew
World Renew’s Disaster Response Service shows God’s love and brings hope to disaster-affected communities in North America by restoring the homes and lives of those who are most vulnerable.
Next week, the offering will be for Resonate Global Mission.
Featured Ministry Partners
Please consider supporting our ministry partners with your prayers and offerings.
March 22 - World Renew
March 29 - Resonate Global Mission
April 5 - Resonate Global Mission
April 12 - Resonate Global Mission
April 19 - Resonate Global Mission
Get to Know FCC - March 21
If you’ve been coming to our worship services but want the inside scoop on Ferrysburg Community Church, plan to join us Saturday, March 21, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. This will be a time for you to learn more about what we believe, the Christian Reformed denomination, and the vision and goals of our church. There’s no pressure or obligation to join the church. If you plan to come, please call or email the church office.
March Kids’ Choir
Kids from Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to participate in our March Kids Choir! The choir will sing at the start of the service on Palm Sunday, March 29. Rehearsals will be on Sundays, March 8, 15, and 22, from 9:45-10:15 a.m. Parents are welcome to enjoy fellowship along with coffee and muffins in The Dunes and the back hallway while kids rehearse. Contact Carley Hwang at (231) 578-1089 with questions.
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 Needs
A quick reminder that we need a lot of paper towel tubes! 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. 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, March 19, at 1:00 p.m. to discuss The Many Lives of Mama Love by Lara Love Hardin. Contact Lynn DeYoung with any questions.
Men's Bible Study Opportunity
Bible Study Fellowship is offering a 5-week mini-study of Nehemiah that began Thursday, March 12, at Covenant Life Church. The study will continue on Thursday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. No sign-up necessary! Click here to download the study guide. Contact Kevin Youngquist 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! 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, April 2, 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, March 26, 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.
