This Sunday, June 21

One of the biggest questions in life is one simple word: Why? Why do tragic and disappointing things happen?  Why are people so unkind and unjust?  It feels like evil and pain are having their way with our world.  But there’s another question that is even more important: Who?  Who gets to evaluate the events in your life and in this world?  Who gets to make the final determination about people?  We’ll look at another parable that shares an answer this Sunday.

Next Sunday, June 28

From a very young age, we are obsessed with what’s fair.  It is one of our most intrinsic desires in life.  People should get what’s coming to them.  Life should be fair.  But it isn’t.  And neither is life in the kingdom of God.  Next Sunday we’ll continue our Simile series with a look at a story of a very unfair hiring and wage practice.  We will also celebrate the Lord’s Supper.

 
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 – W.I.S.H.

W.I.S.H. (West Indies Self Help) partners with Haitians to build a sustainable community. It is a relief and development mission that translates the truth of Jesus Christ into deeds that alleviate the needs of the poor, giving them the opportunity to break their entrapping cycle of poverty. Tom Larson, an FCC summer attender, has served on the board of W.I.S.H. for many years.

Next week, the offering will also be for W.I.SH.  

 

Featured Ministry Partners

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

June 21 - W.I.S.H.

June 28 - Family Care Fund

July 5 - Holtrop

July 12 - Holtrop

July 19 - Holtrop

 

Single Ladies’ Gathering

Join us for breakfast at the Village Baker at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, June 26. Please contact Sandy Benson at (616) 935-2490 if you would like a ride! Hope to see you then. 

Women’s Coffee 

During July and August, we will meet at North Beach on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 9:00 a.m. Parking passes are required, so carpooling is encouraged! In case of bad weather, we will meet at the church. Contact Elizabeth Wierenga with questions. 

Thank you

Thank you for your support and prayers for Rainforest Falls! We had a tremendous week with almost 150 kids.

 

You Are Doing More Than You Know! 

Thank you! The collective ministry of the Christian Reformed Church in North America is flourishing thanks to your generous ministry shares gifts. Together, we are training church planters, equipping leaders, and strengthening local congregations like ours. We are sharing Christ's love and expanding discipleship here and around the world. Learn more at crcna.org/ministryshares.


Summer Prayer Guides
One great way to stay connected with your church family this summer is prayer.  We have created a prayer calendar with a simple, daily way for you to pray for FCC and our community.  Prayer calendars are available on the tables in the back of the sanctuary.

June Communion

We normally celebrate the Lord’s Supper on the third Sunday of the month.  Because we will be celebrating a great week of Rainforest Falls, we are moving communion to June 28 this month.

FCC Softball Team

Come cheer on the FCC Softball team! The next game will be on Monday, June 22, at 8:15 p.m. at Mulligan’s Hollow.

Online Directory

We are working to update our online directory! As our church family grows, we would love to put faces with names. Please send a photo of you and your family to office@ferrysburgchurch.com. Contact the office or check with a staff person or member of Council if you need the password to view our online directory.

 

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 during the school year. 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 21 through March. Contact Lori Houskamp (lori@ferrysburgchurch.com) for more information.

MomCo

MomCo is a place for moms to experience encouragement and community. 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. Find future dates for GymJam on the Facebook page, at ferrysburgchurch.com/gymjam, or grab a postcard from the check-in station.

 

Community Announcements

Foster Families Needed for Refugee Children

Across the world, war, natural disasters, or persecution have forced families to flee their homes.  Before they flee or along the dangerous journey to a refugee camp, children and teens can become separated from their families.  If family members cannot be located or are unable to provide care, teens could be resettled in the US in our foster system.  As a refugee foster parent, you can provide a safe and supportive home for a teen to heal from past trauma and prepare for future independence.  Contact Grace Drost at Bethany Christian Services for more information: gracedrost@bethany.org or (616) 826-2088.


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.