This Sunday, November 10 

There are a lot of common and popular sayings that sound biblical.  Because these statements are usually true and even slightly profound, we assume that they are found somewhere in the Bible.  But often, that’s not the case.  Some of our favorite sayings aren’t only not in the Bible, they run contrary to what the Bible teaches.  Next Sunday we will start a short series called Misquoted: Things that aren’t actually in the Bible.  We’ll begin with this one: “God won’t give us more than we can handle.”  We will also welcome Marc and Anna Boersma as new members and celebrate the baptism of their son, Brooks.

Next Sunday, November 17

“God helps those who help themselves.”  It’s a saying that has been oft repeated.  It even gets attributed to the Bible.  But is it in the Bible?  Is it even biblical?  Next Sunday we will examine this saying as we continue our series: Misquoted: Things that aren’t actually in the Bible.  We will also celebrate Ava Meiste’s profession of faith and the Lord’s Supper.

This Week’s Offering–Humanity for Prisoners

HFP, in collaboration with strategic partners, works one-on-one with people in prison to provide personalized services which empower them to receive support and assistance. Key areas of focus include: navigating the prison system, advocating for healthcare, gaining access to public documents, preparing for parole board hearings, and reconnecting with lost family and friends. Next week's offering will also be for Humanity for Prisoners.

Care Council Meet Up: Last Names M-R

This fall we are holding a series of meet ups after the service designed to help you get to know your care elder and deacon and some people in your care district.  Special, kicked-up refreshments will be provided in The Grove after the service.  Last names M-R will meet after the service this Sunday, November 10.

Job Opportunity: Administrative Assistant at FCC

We are looking for our next assistant.  Please pray for this process.  If you know of anyone who has interest, direct them to www.ferrysburgchurch.com/employment.

FCC Knitters

This Tuesday, the FCC Knitters are going on a field trip to Holland on Tuesday, November 12 and will not be meeting at church.  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.  

Operation Christmas Child

You are invited to contribute items for Operation Christmas Child. Ferrysburg GEMS hopes to pack 100 shoeboxes on November 15. We are once again counting on our church family to help provide donations of new toys, school supplies, and non-liquid personal care items for 2-14 year-old boys and girls. Shoeboxes will be shared around the world along with gospel presentations. Grab a How to Pack a Shoebox brochure from the table in The Commons or click here for suggestions. Suggested items can be viewed on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/shop/operationchristmaschild. Items can be left in the box in The Commons. We also welcome financial support for shipping and the purchase of additional items. Talk to Lori Houskamp if you are interested in helping financially.

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 dates for the rest of this year are November 14 and December 12.  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 November 14 from 9:30-11am.  

GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior)

First through seventh grade girls are encouraged to join us on Monday November 18 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. 

Adult Education 

Plan to join on Sundays from 9:15-10:15am. You can view the schedule on the website at https://ferrysburgchurch.com/adult-education for more info on the upcoming lessons. 

November 10: The Amazing Purple Martin

Al DeYoung will present his work with a Purple Martin Bird Colony on the North Shore which is close to 40 years old.  He will describe the process of maintaining the nests, bird checks, bird aging and predicting hatch and fledge dates.  You will not want to miss all the pictures, especially of birds on hatch day!

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.