This Week’s Church and Community News
Welcome!
Thank you for joining us to worship God, hear from his word, and be reminded of his grace. We hope that you will be blessed and encouraged this morning. If you are with us for the first time, please stop by the welcome center in the entryway to receive a treat and say hello.
This Sunday, December 28
This Sunday, we will spend some time celebrating babies born to our extended church family and remembering those we have lost in 2025. We will also look ahead to 2026 with hope and comfort.
Next Sunday, January 4
Why do bad things happen to good people? It’s a question that naturally rises to the surface when we see tragedy befall men and women who serve their community and faithfully follow Jesus. It doesn’t seem right that bad things would happen to them! As we begin a new year, we will spend the month of January looking at the Old Testament story of Job to help us answer this question.
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–Family Care Fund
Formerly known as “Benevolence,” the Family Care Fund is used to assist members of our church family who are going through financial challenges. Your gifts to the Family Care Fund are especially appreciated at this time.
Next week, the offering will be for Cadets.
Featured Ministry Partners
Please consider supporting our ministry partners with your prayers and offerings.
Christmas Eve - Food Pantry
December 28 - Family Care Fund
January 4 - Cadets
January 11 - Positive Options
January 18 - Positive Options
Christmas Eve Service - 7:00 p.m.
We will gather to celebrate the birth of Christ on Christmas Eve at 7:00 p.m. Our service will feature music and readings celebrating how God always makes a way, from the first Christmas to this one. We hope to see you and anyone you can invite to join us!
Men’s and Women’s Coffee
Men’s and women’s coffee hour on Wednesdays will be on a break during the holidays. We will resume on Wednesday, January 7.
One Word Women’s Event
Join us for a women’s night of fellowship and fun as we create our personalized word for 2026. The event will be held at FCC on Wednesday, January 7, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Supplies provided. We welcome you to invite a friend to join you in the fun. Please RSVP to Elizabeth Wierenga at 616-828-2957 or eanniew@gmail.com, or use the sign-up sheet available in the Commons.
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 - Resumes January 7
Join us in The Grove on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 9 a.m.
Men’s Coffee - Resumes January 7
Come for a cup of coffee and some conversation every Wednesday at 9 a.m in the Commons.
Youth and Family Ministries
Youth Group - Resumes January 4
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, January 8, 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, January 15, 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.
