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 Commons to receive a gift and to say hello.

This Sunday, August 24

When it comes to the details of our lives, it would seem that God has bigger fish to fry.  With wars and natural disasters, God certainly can’t be involved in the small things.  But think again!  This Sunday we will see that God cares about things that don’t even seem significant to us.

Next Sunday, August 31

Can you imagine if Jesus came back to earth just for a day?  What if he spent that day with you?  What would be different while he was with you?  Next Sunday we will finish up our Elisha series with a look at how God’s presence changes everything.

 
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–Ray and Angie DeLange

Ray and Angie DeLange, with East West Ministries International, are acting as church planting catalysts with a Middle Eastern people group in Europe and beyond. 

Next week, the offering will be for Resonate.

 

Summer Featured Ministry Partners

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

August 17 - DeLange

August 24 - DeLange

August 31 - Resonate Global Mission

September 7 - Resonate Global Mission

September 14 - Resonate Global Mission

 

Sunset Celebration

The FCC church family and guests are invited to join us for a sunset celebration with music and dessert at the pavilion at North Shore Beach. Join us on Wednesday, August 27, at 7:00 PM! Lemonade and water will be provided, or you may bring your own non-alcoholic beverages. Picnic table seating is available, or you may bring your own chair. Park Pass or fee required for entry at North Shore. People without a pass can meet at the church parking lot at 6:45 pm to carpool.  Bring a dessert to share if you would like! In case of bad weather, check the FCC Facebook page for cancellation.

Grief Recovery Method Class

If you are currently giving care to someone who is grieving or you serve on a care team or are experiencing some unresolved grief issues yourself, you are invited to the Grief Recovery Method class, led by Jane DeGroot.  The class begins on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 from 9:30 to 11:30 am at FCC and runs for eight weeks.  To sign up or for more information, contact Jane at janehdegroot@charter.net or (616) 402-5689.

Women’s Bible Study

Women are invited to participate in a 7-session study where we will explore how Jesus generously restores dignity and honor to women in the first century and now. Learn how to study the Bible through a Middle Eastern lens, and gain deeper insight into the biblical world with a fresh perspective on familiar Bible stories. The Bible Study will take place Tuesday evenings from 6:45-8:15 pm and Wednesday mornings from 10:15-11:45 am. Please RSVP to the church office or Nona Boer.


Women’s Book Club

Book Club will kick off a new year on Thursday September 18 at 1:00. Please bring a list of readings you enjoyed over the summer and suggestions for the coming year.  Contact Lynn Deyoung with any questions.

 

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 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 am.

 

Men’s Coffee

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

 

Youth and Education

Youth Group

The youth group will start back up on September 7th. 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 pm from September 15 through March. 

MomCo

MomCo is a place for moms to experience encouragement and community. MomCo will begin a new season on Thursday, September 18, from 9:30 to 11:00 am. 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 will resume on Thursday, September 4, from 9:30-11:00 am, and will take place every Thursday when MomCo does not meet.

 

Community Announcements

Maranatha Summer Concerts

From June 22 through Labor Day Weekend, Maranatha hosts their Summer Concert Series, featuring a different artist every Saturday night starting at 7:00 p.m. All concerts are free and open to the public, with the opportunity to purchase a dinner ticket to get priority seating. We invite you to come out each Saturday to be filled and renewed.

Praise by the Pier

Join us Sunday nights at the Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium in Grand Haven to listen to live music, worship, and sing along with a mixture of different bands. The concerts are free and start at 6:30 pm.

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.