This Sunday, July 5

If you could attend any event, what would it be?  The Olympics?  The World Cup?  The Super Bowl?  A concert by your favorite artist?  This Sunday, we will look at a story Jesus told about some people who turned down the invitation of a lifetime… and also some people who accepted it.


Next Sunday, July 12

It seems like we’re always waiting for something.  Waiting in line.  Waiting for school to start or end.  Waiting for the weekend.  Waiting to hear some kind of news.  As we wrap up our series on Jesus’ kingdom parables, he addresses waiting for his kingdom to fully come.  Next Sunday we’ll wrap up our Simile series by receiving wisdom for the wait from Jesus.  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 – Holtrop

Steve and Kim Holtrop are missionaries with Resonate Global Mission in Nicaragua. Steve works with the Nehemiah Center, an organization that trains and disciples local ministry leaders.

Next week, the offering will also be for Holtrop.  

 

Featured Ministry Partners

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

July 5 - Holtrop

July 12 - Holtrop

July 19 - Holtrop

July 26 - Holtrop

August 2 - DeLange

 

July Office Hours

During July, our office hours will be Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This will give our staff a short rest before preparing for our fall programs. As always, if you have questions, email office@ferrysburgchurch.com, and we will help you however we can!

Bike Ride and Ice Cream

What could be better than a bike ride and some ice cream on a summer Sunday afternoon?  On Sunday, July 12, we will meet at Central Park in Spring Lake at 2:30 p.m. and bike up to Norm’s Ice Cream in Fruitport.  Not into biking?  You can also drive there and join us around 3:00 p.m.

 

July Communion

We normally celebrate the Lord’s Supper on the third Sunday of each month.  This month we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper a week earlier than usual on July 12.  


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.

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.

 

Men’s Coffee

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

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. 

 

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.