This Sunday, December 22

Angels are a highlight of every Christmas pageant.  They get speaking parts and announce important news.  They get the best costumes and sometimes even get to “fly.”  For all their celestialness, it’s easy to mistake the angels for the stars of the Christmas pageant.  But the real star of the show is the baby in the manger.  Next Sunday we will look at how the angels point us to the main character of the Christmas pageant.

Next Sunday, December 29

At FCC, we end every year with a service of remembrance.  Next Sunday we will spend time reflecting on God’s faithfulness in both our joy and sorrow.  We hope to claim anew God’s promises as we enter the new year.

This Week’s Offering– Mosaic Counseling

It is the mission of Mosaic Counseling (formerly TCM) to provide an opportunity for all people in the Tri-Cities to access professional Christian counseling in order to meet the spiritual, psychological and emotional needs of our community. Next week’s offering is also for the Family Care Fund. 

Christmas Eve Service

We will celebrate the birth of Christ as a church family this year on Christmas Eve.  The service will begin at 7:00pm and will feature carols, readings, and special music.  We hope to see you and your friends and family!

Memorial Service Photos

We will celebrate the lives of deceased loved ones and babies born to our church family this year during our service on December 29.  Pictures can be emailed to office@ferrysburgchurch.com or dropped off during church office hours. Pictures will be returned to you. Please submit names and photos by December 22.

One Word Women’s Event

Join us for a women’s night of fellowship and fun as we create our personalized word for 2025.  The event will be held at FCC on Wednesday, January 8, from 6:30PM - 8:30PM.  Supplies provided.  We welcome you to invite a friend to join you in the fun.  Please RSVP to Elizabeth Wierenga (616-828-2957 or eanniew@gmail.com).

Thank You from Jackie Cleveland

Jackie Cleveland wishes to thank you all for the cards and prayers over the last several months.  It has been a big source of encouragement as she has healed from a fractured pelvis and other health challenges.  Thank you, church family!

Thank You from Alan Hulst

Thank you for your cards, texts, emails and calls.  Ferrysburg Community Church family -  caring, loving. Awesome!  God is Faithful.  He gives Hope, Peace. Comfort. Joy.

Alan Hulst and family

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 resume on January 9.  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 December 16 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. 

The final Youth Group of 2024 will be December 15th and we will be having a game night with the Kramers’ LifeGroup. This will be at FCC from 5:00-7:00pm instead of our normal time.

Adult Education 

Our Sunday morning adult classes are finished for the fall season.  Stay tuned for more details on future adult education sessions. 

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.