This Sunday, April 19

We pay close attention to the last words people speak.  We anticipate that their final statement will be one that sums up their life, work, and wisdom.  We hope for some special or even secret bit of knowledge.  During Eastertide, we will be looking at the final words of Jesus before his ascension.  Each of the four Gospels shares a different set of final words.  We will look at the significance of each and the message for us today, starting with John this Sunday.  We will also celebrate the baptism of Linnea York.

Next Sunday, April 26

Jesus’ last words in the Gospel of Luke are quite simple and straightforward.  It’s not a lengthy list of instructions or a treatise of special knowledge.  It’s a simple blessing.  But it is a blessing we continue to live under, even 2000 years later.  Next Sunday, we’ll look at these last words.

This Week’s Featured Ministry Partner – Resonate Global Mission

Resonate Global Mission is the mission agency of the Christian Reformed Church.  It is the merging of World Missions and Home Missions and leads our denomination in missions locally and globally. 

Next week, the offering will also be for Resonate Global Mission.

Featured Ministry Partners

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

April 19 - Resonate Global Mission

April 26 - Family Care Fund

May 3 - New Era Hispanic Ministry

May 10 - New Era Hispanic Ministry

May 17 - New Era Hispanic Ministry

Rainforest Falls--Register Now!

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. Volunteers and participants can register now at ferrysburgchurch.com/vbs!

Rainforest Falls Workshops

We are still hard at work preparing for an un-be-leaf-able week in Rainforest Falls! VBS Workshops will be held on Wednesday afternoons every week in April. Please contact Robin Spicer if you would like to join in on this fun activity.

Rainforest Falls Donations

Stop by the Donation Board in The Commons to sign up and take leaves of items to provide for our Treatop Treats or other stations at Rainforest Falls. We are also collecting used 16 oz. plastic water bottles with lids for an activity!

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 to 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

Student Ministries

Our youth group meets every Sunday from 12-1:30 pm in the youth room. There will be food, community, and a space to grow deeper in your connection with God. 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! GEMS meets the first and third Mondays of the month from 6:30-8:00 p.m. from September 15 through March. Contact Lori Houskamp (lori@ferrysburgchurch.com) for more information.

MomCo

MomCo is a place for moms to experience encouragement and community. MomCo meets next on Thursday, April 30, 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, April 23, 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

Calvin Alumni Choir

Please join the Calvin Alumni Choir for an evening of choral music filled with rich tradition, inspiring favorites, and the world premiere of a new commission! Titled “The Gift to Sing”, Sean Ivory’s new piece celebrates the joy and wonder of using song to lift spirits and bring hope. We are excited to see you on Friday, May 1, at 7:30 pm at Mayflower Congregational Church!

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.