CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and locations.
• Red VBS Shirts – Please turn in clean shirts at the Children and Families table near the kitchen and put a check by your name. Thank you!
• Looking for Sunday School Teachers – Please let Betsy know if you feel God calling you to teach Sunday School grades 1-4. We are also looking for new Children and Worship leaders. Training is coming up at the beginning of August for C&W. Contact Betsy.
• Wednesday Night Leaders – We have openings for teachers and helpers for GEMS and Boys' Club for fall. This is a great opportunity for you to fulfill the vows that are spoken when children are baptized..."We promise to support, love, and pray for you and your children...We will tell them the good news of God's grace, we will teach them Christ's way..." Come and join us! Contact Betsy. 

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM Beach Night – On August 10 from 7-9pm come and hang out at Holland State Park. It will be a great time to reconnect with each other during the summer.  
• Elevate – This Thursday (July 28) all incoming 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students are invited to the middle school bonfire from 6:30-8:30pm at the Vander Stelt's home (21 Iroquois Ave).

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org

MISSION

Nate Schipper, Minister of Equipping & Missional Engagement, 399-9280, ext. 17, nschipper@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Chicken Helper, Canned Spaghetti Sauce, Rice, Cereal, Instant Oatmeal, Popcorn, Saltine Crackers, Fruit & Cereal Bars, and Cream of Wheat Cereal. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated! Thank you!!
• Donation needed – We are making a special craft project at Pine Acres for Meet Up & Eat Up in August. One of the supplies that we need for this project are empty 20 oz. Gatorade bottles. We need 50 of them. Please put empty bottles in a plastic bag and place them in one of the grocery carts by the Hand2Hand donation bins. Thank you!! 
• Shoe & Sock Drive – Please watch the bulletin next Sunday for information regarding a mission project to benefit the kids at Pine Acres Migrant Camp.
• Volunteers Needed – Fellowship is partnering with several other community agencies through a project known as Meet Up & Eat Up at Pine Acres Migrant Camp. The project not only provides a free lunch for kids up to 18 years old, but also focuses on building positive relationships through reading, playing games, as well as doing arts & crafts. The time commitment is 11:30-1:30 Monday through Friday. Dates volunteers are still needed: August 15-22 or August 22-26. Contact Karen Donker.
• Back to School Box – Bethany Christian Services holds an annual Family Picnic/Back to School event for foster and adoptive children as well as their families. Each child receives a new backpack full of new school supplies. Please see the collection box in the Concourse for the most needed items this year. THANK YOU for helping us provide school supplies for these foster and adoptive kids!

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Flowers in the Sanctuary – are in memory of Don Bohlsen who passed away 5 years ago on July 26.
• This Morning – Pastor Lindsay is honoring a previous preaching commitment at Pillar Church. She is still the pastor on call and can be reached at 616.566.1312.
• Memorial Service for Scott Bronson – son of Marcia Bronson on Saturday, July 30 at 11am. Visitation at 10:30am prior to the service in the Great Room.
• Prayers for Campers – Please pray for the staff of Camp Geneva and the children who are attending. Attending this week: Blake Bosma, Thorin Brower, Koen Rutkauskas, Quentin Rutkauskas, Luke Saurbaugh, Katie Dykema, and Kenzie Solis. 
• Prison Penpals Needed – The Prison Penpals Missional Community is looking for 3 more penpals. Contact Lugene Vander Kooi at lugenev@yahoo.com.
• Please pray for Fellowship members/friends traveling to Israel-Palestine to put on Fitness and Arts Camps in Bet-Sahour (Bethlehem) July 18-30 – Mitch, Payton and Kelby Bosma, Emily Christiansen, Jordan and Anne Clegg, Lauren Jansma, Brian and Tammy Keepers, Kendra Kulier, Diana Stephens, Nate and Bekah Schipper, Joel and Kathy Schoon-Tanis, and Marijke Strong. This group (along with about 12 others) will be led by Marlin, Sally, and Josh Vis to explore the Holy Land and use fitness and creativity as vehicles of reconciliation (through the RCA Peace Project).  
• Pastoral Care During the Israel/Palestine Trip – While Pastor Brian and Pastor Nate are away on the Israel-Palestine Trip, please contact Pastor Lindsay, Pastor Jim Baar, or Linda Hutchison for pastoral care needs.
• All Church Book Read – What does it look like to be Christians who work for justice and reconciliation? How might we bear witness to the good news of God's shalom in our homes, neighborhoods, workplaces and broader community? Join Pastor Brian in our summer book read, The Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong Can Be Made Right by Lisa Sharon Harper. Copies of the book can be purchased at the Welcome Center for $12. Group discussions will happen Sundays in August at 9am (between services). Contact Pastor Brian with questions.
• Join the Movement: Seeking Shalom in the wider Holland Community – Fellowship is partnering with Maple Avenue Ministries, Calvary Reformed Church and Pillar Church to bring Lisa Sharon Harper, author of The Very Good Gospel, to Holland on August 14-15.  Harper brings an evangelical faith-rooted approach to advocacy and engaging the local church in the work of justice and peace-making.  Harper was recognized in 2015 as one of "50 Powerful Women Religious Leaders" by the Huffington Post.  Pick up a brochure at the Welcome Center or visit our website to learn more about this incredible opportunity.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Holy Land Engagement Tour with the Vises! – November 5-18, 2016. Great itinerary and great price ($3750 all inclusive with flight out of Chicago)! Experienced leaders - Marlin and Sally have led 54 tours over 10 years. Dr. Joshua Vis has been involved in Israel-Palestine since 2001. Meet the locals - both Jewish and Palestinian. Brochures available at the Welcome Center. For more information call Sally Vis at 616.610.2425 or email marlinandsallyvis@gmail.com. 
• Worship on the Waterfront – Free concerts on Sunday evenings, 7:00-8:30pm this summer! Grand Haven Waterfront Stadium, 1 N Harbor, Grand Haven. July 24: David & the Giants. July 31: Blanca. Check out their web site at www.worshiponthewaterfront.org. Any questions? Call: (616) 842-6600. 
• Good Samaritan Ministries is preparing for our 2nd Annual Wild Run, which will be held August 20th, 2016! – This is an obstacle run for kids ages 4-13 that will be held on the Macatawa Greenway System at Ridge Point Community Church. All of the obstacles will be provided and built by local companies. Registration is open now, and we will be accepting new runners until the day of the race.  All profits will go to our youth programming here at Good Samaritan Ministries.

Of Special Concern July 24, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and locations.
• Red VBS Shirts – Please turn in clean shirts at the Children and Families table near the kitchen and put a check by your name. Thank you!
• Looking for Sunday School Teachers – Please let Betsy know if you feel God calling you to teach Sunday School grades 2-5. We are also looking for new Children and Worship leaders. Training is coming up at the end of July for C&W. Contact Betsy.
• Wednesday Night Leaders – We have openings for teachers and helpers for GEMS and Boys' Club for fall. This is a great opportunity for you to fulfill the vows that are spoken when children are baptized..."We promise to support, love, and pray for you and your children...We will tell them the good news of God's grace, we will teach them Christ's way..." Come and join us! Contact Betsy. 

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM Summer Serve – The group is on its way home from Rosebud, South Dakota. Please pray for this team as they travel home.
• Elevate – Mark your calendars for July 28 for a middle school bonfire!

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org

• Young Adults - You are invited to our midsummer gathering on Wednesday, July 20 at 6:30pm. Contact Bryce with questions.

MISSION

Nate Schipper, Minister of Equipping & Missional Engagement, 399-9280, ext. 17, nschipper@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Chicken Helper, Vienna Sausages, Rice, Cereal, Instant Oatmeal, Popcorn, Saltine Crackers, and Fruit & Cereal Bars. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!

• Donation needed – We are making a special craft project at Pine Acres for Meet Up & Eat Up in August. One of the supplies that we need for this project are empty 20 oz. Gatorade bottles. We need 50 of them. Please put empty bottles in a plastic bag and place them in one of the grocery carts by the Hand2Hand donation bins. Thank you!! 

• Back to School Box – Bethany Christian Services holds an annual Family Picnic/Back to School event for foster and adoptive children as well as their families. Each child receives a new backpack full of new school supplies, donated by local churches and a few local businesses. Please see the collection box in the Concourse for the most needed items this year. THANK YOU for helping us provide school supplies for these foster and adoptive kids!

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Town Hall Meeting – at 9am & 11am in MC34/35. We are planning to move to two services for the fall and would like your feedback. 
• Prayers for Campers – Please pray for the staff of Camp Geneva and the children who are attending. Attending this week: Gaige Lundy.
• Young Life's Timberwolf Lake – Allison Jonker is attending as a mentor with the Holland Young Lives girls (10 teen moms and their babies)! She would love the prayers and support of the congregation!   
• Good Samaritan Volunteer Opportunities – The Good Samaritan Crew addresses requests for assistance that come in to the church. This crew is looking for volunteers to periodically assist with a variety of activities. Please sign up on the yellow postcards provided in the pews or at the Welcome Center. 
• Prison Penpals Needed – The Prison Penpals Missional Community is looking for 3 more penpals. Contact Lugene Vander Kooi at lugenev@yahoo.com.
• Please pray for Fellowship members/friends traveling to Israel-Palestine to put on Fitness and Arts Camps in Bet-Sahour (Bethlehem) July 18-30 – Mitch, Payton and Kelby Bosma, Emily Christiansen, Jordan and Anne Clegg, Lauren Jansma, Brian and Tammy Keepers, Kendra Kulier, Diana Stephens, Nate and Bekah Schipper, Joel and Kathy Schoon-Tanis, and Marijke Strong. This group (along with about 12 others) will be led by Marlin, Sally and Josh Vis to explore the Holy Land and use fitness and creativity as vehicles of reconciliation (through the RCA Peace Project).  
• Pastoral Care During the Israel/Palestine Trip – While Pastor Brian and Pastor Nate are away on the Israel-Palestine Trip, please contact Pastor Lindsay, Pastor Jim Baar, or Linda Hutchison for pastoral care needs.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Holy Land Engagement Tour with the Vises! – November 5-18, 2016. Great itinerary and great price ($3750 all inclusive with flight out of Chicago)! Experienced leaders - Marlin and Sally have led 54 tours over 10 years. Dr. Joshua Vis has been involved in Israel-Palestine since 2001. Meet the locals - both Jewish and Palestinian. Brochures available at the Welcome Center. For more information call Sally Vis at 616.610.2425 or email marlinandsallyvis@gmail.com. 
• Worship on the Waterfront – Free concerts on Sunday evenings, 7:00-8:30pm this summer! Grand Haven Waterfront Stadium, 1 N Harbor, Grand Haven. July 17: I AM THEY. July 24: David & the Giants. Check out their web site at www.worshiponthewaterfront.org. Any questions? Call: (616) 842-6600.
• Good Samaritan Ministries is preparing for our 2nd Annual Wild Run, which will be held August 20th, 2016! – This is an obstacle run for kids ages 4-13 that will be held on the Macatawa Greenway System at Ridge Point Community Church. All of the obstacles will be provided and built by local companies. Registration is open now, and we will be accepting new runners until the day of the race.  All profits will go to our youth programming here at Good Samaritan Ministries.

• Part-time Administrative Assistant – Families Victorious is seeking applicants for a two day per week Administrative Assistant position. If you are self motivated, detail oriented with at least 3 years of office experience, please contact Kelly. Review of applicants will begin immediately. Contat: kelly.familiesvictorious@gmail.com or 616.312.5025.

• GENEVA Camp and Retreat Center – is looking for individuals to join their housekeeping team who is instrumental in providing a safe and clean environment for GENEVA's summer camp and retreat ministries. This part-time, year-round opportunity involves 12-15 hours Monday-Friday, with occasional weekend duties based on seasonal activities. Interested candidates may apply in person or send resume to 3995 Lakeshore Drive, N, Holland, MI 49424.

Of Special Concern July 17, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and locations.
• Red VBS Shirts – Please turn in clean shirts at the Children and Families table near the kitchen and put a check by your name.  Thank you!
• Looking for Sunday School Teachers – Please let Betsy know if you feel God calling you to teach Sunday School grades 2-5. We are also looking for new Children and Worship leaders. Training is coming up at the end of July for C&W. Contact Betsy.

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM Summer Serve – The group is on its way to Rosebud, South Dakota to put on summer camps and help with community service. Please pray for this team this week as they work together and grow closer to God through this experience.
• Elevate - Mark your calendars for July 28 for a middle school bonfire!

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org

• Young Adults - You are invited to our midsummer gathering on Wednesday, July 20 at 6:30 p.m.  Contact Bryce with questions.

MISSION

Nate Schipper, Minister of Equipping & Missional Engagement, 399-9280, ext. 17, nschipper@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Chicken Helper, Vienna Sausages, Rice, Cereal, and Instant Oatmeal. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!

• Thank you – The Mission Crew would like to offer a heartfelt thanks to everyone who gave in so many generous ways to help us meet and fulfill our Mission givings!  We continue to give thanks to God for all the opportunities that are presented to us to bring glory and recognition to Christ as we serve together locally, nationally and globally.  We are excited to see what God has in store for us together in this upcoming fiscal year! 

• Back to School Box – Bethany Christian Services holds an annual Family Picnic/Back to School event for foster and adoptive children as well as their families. Each child receives a new backpack full of new school supplies, donated by local churches and a few local businesses. Please see the collection box in the Concourse for the most needed items this year. THANK YOU for helping us provide school supplies for these foster and adoptive kids!

• Donation needed – We are making a special craft project at Pine Acres for Meet Up & Eat Up in August. To make this possible, we need your help to collect 20 oz. Gatorade bottles. We need 50 of them. Please put empty bottles in a plastic bag and place them in one of the grocery carts by the Hand2Hand donation bins. Thank you!! 

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Flowers in the Sanctuary – in memory of Jeff Altena who passed away July 11, 2007.
• Prayers for Campers – Please pray for the staff of Camp Geneva and the children who are attending. Those attending this week are: Grant Bodenbender and James Braunius.
• Town Hall Meeting – at 9am in MC34/35. We are planning to move to two services for the fall and would like your feedback. 
• Good Samaritan Volunteer Opportunities – The Good Samaritan Crew addresses requests for assistance that come in to the church. This crew is looking for volunteers to periodically assist with a variety of activities. Please sign up on the yellow postcards provided in the pews or at the Welcome Center. 
• Prison Penpals Needed – The Prison Penpals Missional Community is looking for 3 more penpals. Contact Lugene VanderKooi at lugenev@yahoo.com.
• Yarn Donations Requested – The Knitting/Sewing Missional Community is in need of yarn, any color and any brand. Gift cards are also happily accepted.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Worship on the Waterfront – Free concerts on Sunday evenings, 7:00-8:30pm this summer! Grand Haven Waterfront Stadium, 1 N Harbor, Grand Haven. July 10: NewWorldSon. July 17: I AM THEY. Check out our web site at www.worshiponthewaterfront.org. Any questions?  Call: (616) 842-6600. 
• Holy Land Engagement Tour with the Vises! – November 5-18, 2016. Great itinerary and great price ($3750 all inclusive with flight out of Chicago)! Experienced leaders - Marlin and Sally have led 54 tours over 10 years. Dr. Joshua Vis has been involved in Israel-Palestine since 2001. Meet the locals - both Jewish and Palestinian. Brochures available at the Welcome Center. For more information call Sally Vis at 616.610.2425 or email marlinandsallyvis@gmail.com. 
• Good Samaritan Ministries is preparing for our 2nd Annual Wild Run, which will be held August 20th, 2016! – This is an obstacle run for kids ages 4-13 that will be held on the Macatawa Greenway System at Ridge Point Community Church. All of the obstacles will be provided and built by local companies. Registration is open now, and we will be accepting new runners until the day of the race.  All profits will go to our youth programming here at Good Samaritan Ministries.

Of Special Concern July 10, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and room assignments.
• Red VBS Shirts – Please turn in clean shirts at the Children and Families table near the kitchen and put a check by your name.  Thank you!

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM Summer Serve – The team will leave on Saturday, July9.  Please meet at Fellowship at 6:30 a.m.
• Elevate - Mark your calendars for July 28 for a middle school bonfire!

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org

• God’s Story, Our Story Devotional Reading Guide – guides through summer are now available at the Welcome Center.
• Young Adults - You are invited to our midsummer gathering on Wednesday, July 20 at 6:30 p.m.  Contact Bryce with questions.

MISSION

Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Chicken Helper, Fruit Cups, Peanut Butter, Jelly (plastic containers), Pancake Mix, Rice, and Cereal. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!

• Thank you – for your food donations for Hand2Hand Ministries. School is done for the summer, however hungry children in our community still need your help! There are 13 families signed up to continue receiving Hand2Hand assistance throughout the summer.  A list of suggested food items can be found on the back of this bulletin, in the concourse by the Hand2Hand bulletin board, or on Fellowship's website. Thank you!!

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Prayers for Campers – Please pray for the staff of Camp Geneva and the children who are attending. Those attending this week are: Kendrick Servis. .
• Good Samaritan Volunteer Opportunities – The Good Samaritan Crew addresses requests for assistance that come in to the church. This crew is looking for volunteers to periodically assist with a variety of activities. Please sign up on the yellow postcards provided in the pews or at the Welcome Center.
• Job Opening – We are seeking a flexible, reliable, detail-oriented person for a 30 hour per week office manager position starting July 18. Responsibilities will include front desk work, staff support, mailings, etc. Please go to www.fellowshipreformed.org/jobs for more information.
• Prison Penpals Needed – The Prison Penpals Missional Community is looking for 3 more penpals. Contact Lugene VanderKooi at lugenev@yahoo.com.
• Yarn Donations Requested – The Knitting/Sewing Missional Community is in need of yarn, any color and any brand. Gift cards are also happily accepted.
• Office Closed - The church office will be closed on Monday, July 4.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Holy Land Engagement Tour with the Vises! – November 5-18, 2016. Great itinerary and great price ($3750 all inclusive with flight out of Chicago)! Experienced leaders - Marlin and Sally have led 54 tours over 10 years. Dr. Joshua Vis has been involved in Israel-Palestine since 2001. Meet the locals - both Jewish and Palestinian. Brochures available at the Welcome Center. For more information call Sally Vis at 616.610.2425 or email marlinandsallyvis@gmail.com. 

Of Special Concern

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and room assignments.
• Thank you!  – A big thank you to all volunteers who helped make VBS a success this week.  We had around 92 volunteers who so generously offered their time and talents this week. And thank you to those of you who prayed for us and who brought in donations.  We couldn't have done it without you! 

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• Summer Serve Wish List – this summer our high school summer serve team will be putting on children's camps and doing some repairs to buildings in the community. If you would like to donate to the trip check out our wish list board in the concourse. 
• Summer Serve Meeting – our final prep meeting is tonight, June 26, from 6-8pm at Fellowship. 

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org

• God’s Story, Our Story Devotional Reading Guide – guides through summer are now available at the Welcome Center.

MISSION

Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Chicken Helper, Fruit Cups, Peanut Butter, Jelly (plastic containers), Pancake Mix, Rice, and Cereal. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!

• Breakfast with Baby – will be Saturday, July 9. Current needs are: diapers (size new born, 2, 3, 4, and 5), wipes, and new/gently used summer clothes.

• Thank you – for your food donations for Hand2Hand Ministries. School is done for the summer, however hungry children in our community still need your help! There are 13 families signed up to continue receiving Hand2Hand assistance throughout the summer.  A list of suggested food items can be found on the back of this bulletin, in the concourse by the Hand2Hand bulletin board, or on Fellowship's website.

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• Open Worship Band Auditions – will be held June 28-30! Anyone with gifts in music are encouraged to sign up for a time slot by contacting Jordan or filling out the form here. Auditions will be held: June 28 from 2-7pm, June 29 from 1-6pm, and June 30 from 1-7pm. If you cannot make it to one of these dates, additional auditions will be held in August.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Ordination and Installation – Welcome to our newly elected elders and deacons: MLC Elder-Jason Grant; MLC Deacon-Barb Dobberteen; CLC Elders-Linda Dalman, Chuck Kulier, Anne Reilly-Clegg, Joan Stuttman; CLC Deacons-Heidi Plaggemars, Mike Slager, Mike Thorsby, Bev Vander Hill. These new leaders will be ordained and installed today.
• Outgoing Elders and Deacons – We give God thanks for the faithful service of all those who are finishing up their term: Kim Bos, Linda Dykert, Vonnie Elhart, Bob Ellis, Sherry Graham, Tracy Jansma, Karlene Krause, Joel Russcher, Bob Van Den Brand, Mary Veele and Pat Vorpagel.
• Giving Update – Thank you for the generosity you have shown in stewarding the resources God has given you. As we finish our fiscal year (June 30), please consider giving a special "end of year" gift to help us close the gap on our General Fund goal. We are currently about $100,000 short of our goal, although we have adjusted spending accordingly. Your gift will make a big difference. 
• Prayers for Campers – Please pray for the staff of Camp Geneva and the children who are attending. Attending this week is: Dylan Drost.
• Postcards for Service Members – are available again today, June 26, in the Gathering Place. Stop by and write a note to Fellowship members that are currently serving in the military. The Fellowship Angels are asking for help from ALL ages in showing appreciation and encouragement to our active military members in time for the 4th of July. The cards will be collected after the 10am service and mailed to each service member. If  you would like to write to a specific service member, please make sure the name is clearly noted on the card. If you would like to write a note on your own card/stationary, please bring it to the office by TODAY.
• Good Samaritan Volunteer Opportunities – the Good Samaritan Crew addresses requests for assistance that come in to the church. This crew is looking for volunteers to periodically assist with a variety of activities. Please sign up on the yellow postcards provided at the Welcome Center. 
• Job Opening – we are seeking a flexible, reliable, detail-oriented person for a 30 hour per week office manager position starting July 18. Responsibilities will include front desk work, staff support, mailings, etc. Please go to www.fellowshipreformed.org/jobs for more information.
• Prison Penpals Needed – the Prison Penpals Missional Community is looking for 5 more penpals. Contact Lugene VanderKooi at lugenev@yahoo.com.
• Yarn Donations Requested – the Knitting/Sewing Missional Community is in need of yarn, any color and any brand. Gift cards are also happily accepted. 
• Church Office – will be closed Friday, July 1 and Monday, July 4. 

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Holy Land Engagement Tour with the Vises! – November 5-18, 2016. Great itinerary and great price ($3750 all inclusive with flight out of Chicago)! Experienced leaders - Marlin and Sally have led 54 tours over 10 years. Dr. Joshua Vis has been involved in Israel-Palestine since 2001. Meet the locals - both Jewish and Palestinian. Brochures available at the Welcome Center. For more information call Sally Vis at 616.610.2425 or email marlinandsallyvis@gmail.com. 
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh
• My Brothers' and Sisters' Houses of the Holland Deacons' Conference – are presently looking for qualified and caring Christian individuals to become part of their ministry team. They presently have opening for part-time Residential Support Staff during the day, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Interested individuals should contact HDC by email at info@hdccrc.org for more information or to request an employment application and position description. Holland Deacons' Conference, 272 E 26th St., Holland, MI 49423
• Good Samaritan Ministries is preparing for our 2nd Annual Wild Run, which will be held August 20th, 2016! – This is an obstacle run for kids ages 4-13 that will be held on the Macatawa Greenway System at Ridge Point Community Church. All of the obstacles will be provided and built by local companies. Registration is open now, and we will be accepting new runners until the day of the race.  All profits will go to our youth programming here at Good Samaritan Ministries.
• Positive Options (a service of Lakeshore Pregnancy Center) – is in need of volunteers to DRIVE the Mobile Medical Center to different events, parades, and outings in the West Michigan area! Do you have experience driving large vehicles (no special license required), have a heart for this ministry, and a little time on your hands?  To find out about this unique opportunity please contact amy.aernouts@lpcenters.com.
• City on a Hill Cafe Director – City on a Hill Cafe is in search of a new Director.  Qualified individuals will have a heart for ministry and the staff and volunteers and have strong leadership skills.  The individual will be organized and have a strong work ethic.  The new Director will have a good working knowledge of food service and be Serv-Safe certified.  30-35 hours per week.  Call 748-6061 for more info.

Of Special Concern June 26, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and room assignments.
• Cave Quest Starts Tomorrow – Bring your child at 8:35 into the gym (1st-5th) or the education wing (PreK/Kinders) for a great week of learning about following Jesus.  VBS lasts until 11:30. Please sign your child in and out every day with his or her crew leader. 
• Looking for Assistants for PreK/K and Craft Help for 1st-5th grade – If you can assist a day or two in either of these areas, let Betsy know TODAY.  No prep, just show up and be an extra pair of hands!  This is a great opportunity to show our love to Vacation Bible School kids. 

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• Summer Serve Wish List – This summer our high school summer serve team will be putting on children's camps and doing some repairs to buildings in the community. If you would like to donate to the trip check out our wishlist board in the concourse. 
• HSM Bonfire – this Tuesday (June 21) from 7-9pm at the Vander Stelts.
• Elevate Lock-In – is this Friday, June 24 starting at 8pm and we will end on Saturday morning at 8am. All middle school students are invited to join. Cost is $10 a person which will cover mini golf, laser tag, and pizza. Email Bryce if you plan on attending.
• Summer Serve Meeting – our final prep meeting will be on Sunday June 26 from 6-8pm at Fellowship.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org

• God’s Story, Our Story Devotional Reading Guide – guides through summer are now available at the Welcome Center.

MISSION

Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Pancake Mix, Syrup, Cereal, Vienna Sausages, Granol Bars, Fruit & Cereal Bars, Saltine Crackers, Chunky Soup, Instant Oatmeal, and Peanut Butter. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!

• Community Summer Mission Project – Please continue to pray for everyone involved in the mission experience, also known as Meet Up & Eat Up, at Pine Acres Migrant Camp. Volunteers from Ridge Point, Department of Health and Human Services, Herrick Public Library, as well as Fellowship are all joining together June 20-22. Volunteers from Fellowship this week are: Bob & Jayne Philipps and Karen Donker. More volunteers are still needed for the weeks of August 15-19 and August 22-26. Contact Karen Donker for more information

• Thank you – for your food donations for Hand2Hand Ministries. School is done for the summer, however hungry children in our community still need your help! There are 13 families signed up to continue receiving Hand2Hand assistance throughout the summer.  A list of suggested food items can be found on the back of this bulletin, in the concourse by the Hand2Hand bulletin board, or on Fellowship's website. Thank you!! 

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lindsay Small, Minister of Discipleship & Congregational Life, 399-9280, ext. 14, lsmall@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• A special Thank you – To all who helped make the neighborhood block party a success.  We estimate that over 1000 people attended.  To God be the glory!
• Prayers for Campers – Please pray for the staff of Camp Geneva and the children who are attending. Those attending this week are: Lizzie Holstege, Stella Swindells, and Alaina Tracy.
• Postcards for Service Members – are available today, June 19, and next week, June 26, in the Gathering Place.  Stop by and write a note to Fellowship members that are currently serving in the military. The Fellowship Angels are asking for help from ALL ages in showing appreciation and encouragement to our active military members in time for the 4th of July. The cards will be collected after the 10am service on Sunday, June 26 service and mailed to each service member. If  you would like to write to a specific service member, please make sure the name is clearly noted on the card. If you would like to write a note on your own card/stationary, please bring it to the office by Sunday, June 26.
• Good Samaritan Volunteer Opportunities – the Good Samaritan Crew addresses requests for assistance that come in to the church. This crew is looking for volunteers to periodically assist with a variety of activities. Please sign up on the yellow postcards provided in the pews or at the Welcome Center. 
• Lasagna Dinner Fundraiser – for Brian Arendsen, who is battling lymphoma, on Saturday, June 25, 3-9pm @ Fraternal Order of Eagles (20 N. 2nd St. Grand Haven). Cost is $10/ person. Contact Michelle @ 231-288-6466.
• Job Opening – we are seeking a flexible, reliable, detail-oriented person for a 30 hour per week office manager position starting July 18. Responsibilities will include front desk work, staff support, mailings, etc. Please go to www.fellowshipreformed.org/jobs for more information.
• Prison Penpals Needed – the Prison Penpals Missional Community is looking for 3 more penpals. Contact Lugene VanderKooi at lugenev@yahoo.com.
• Yarn Donations Requested – the Knitting/Sewing Missional Community is in need of yarn, any color and any brand. Gift cards are also happily accepted.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Holy Land Engagement Tour with the Vises! – November 5-18, 2016. Great itinerary and great price ($3750 all inclusive with flight out of Chicago)! Experienced leaders - Marlin and Sally have led 54 tours over 10 years. Dr. Joshua Vis has been involved in Israel-Palestine since 2001. Meet the locals - both Jewish and Palestinian. Brochures available at the Welcome Center. For more information call Sally Vis at 616.610.2425 or email marlinandsallyvis@gmail.com. 
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh
• My Brothers' and Sisters' Houses of the Holland Deacons' Conference – are presently looking for qualified and caring Christian individuals to become part of their ministry team. They presently have opening for part-time Residential Support Staff during the day, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Interested individuals should contact HDC by email at info@hdccrc.org for more information or to request an employment application and position description. Holland Deacons' Conference, 272 E 26th St., Holland, MI 49423
• Good Samaritan Ministries is preparing for our 2nd Annual Wild Run, which will be held August 20th, 2016! – This is an obstacle run for kids ages 4-13 that will be held on the Macatawa Greenway System at Ridge Point Community Church. All of the obstacles will be provided and built by local companies. Registration is open now, and we will be accepting new runners until the day of the race.  All profits will go to our youth programming here at Good Samaritan Ministries.
• Positive Options (a service of Lakeshore Pregnancy Center) – is in need of volunteers to DRIVE the Mobile Medical Center to different events, parades, and outings in the West Michigan area! Do you have experience driving large vehicles (no special license required), have a heart for this ministry, and a little time on your hands?  To find out about this unique opportunity please contact amy.aernouts@lpcenters.com.
• City on a Hill Cafe Director – City on a Hill Cafe is in search of a new Director.  Qualified individuals will have a heart for ministry and the staff and volunteers and have strong leadership skills.  The individual will be organized and have a strong work ethic.  The new Director will have a good working knowledge of food service and be Serv-Safe certified.  30-35 hours per week.  Call 748-6061 for more info.

Of Special Concern June 19, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and room assignments.
• 2016 VBS – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! June 20-24, 8:45-11:30am for ages four (Kinder 2017) through 5th grade. Once your child is registered you will get a free VBS CD with all of the songs! Register here to go directly to the registration page to participate or volunteer. Junior helpers can be sixth grade and up. 
• Looking for VBS Crew Leaders -  We have many openings for adult Crew Leaders to help with the 1st-5th graders (2 needed), especially the PreK/Kinders (1 needed), and Junior Crew leaders (6 needed). You do not teach a lesson but help kids as they rotate through stations.  You also check kids in and out.
• Donations for VBS – Please place all donations in the bin that is in the concourse where the poster was by June 14.  Thanks so much for all donations! 
• VBS Mandatory Training – for all student and adult volunteers. Please pick ONE training to go to. Training will last one hour and will be on Sunday June 12 (7pm), Tuesday June 14 (8pm), and Wednesday June 15 (7pm). 

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM Bonfire – June 21 from 7-9pm at the Vander Stelt's.
• Elevate Lock-In – will be from 8pm on June 24- 8am on June 25. Email Bryce if you plan on attending.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

• God’s Story, Our Story Devotional Reading Guide – guides through summer are now available at the Welcome Center.

MISSION

Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Pancake Mix, Syrup, Vienna Sausages, Fruit & Cereal Bars, Saltine Crackers, Tuna Fish, Cream of Wheat Cereal, and Peanut Butter. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!

• Community Summer Mission Project – Please pray for everyone involved in this ministry, also known as Meet Up & Eat Up, at Pine Acres Migrant Camp which begins June 13. Volunteers from Fellowship this week are: Karen Bader, Sue Scheerhorn, Kathy Wood, and Karen Donker. More volunteers are needed for the weeks of August 15-19 and August 22-26. Contact Karen Donker for more information.

• Thank you – for your food donations for Hand2Hand Ministries. School is done for the summer, however hungry children in our community still need our help! So far, we have 12 families signed up to continue receiving Hand2Hand assistance throughout the summer. Please continue to donate the suggested food items. A list of these items can be found on the back of this bulletin, in the concourse by the Hand2Hand bulletin board, or on Fellowship's website.

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Prayers for Campers – Please pray for the staff of Camp Geneva and the children who are attending. Those attending this week are: Evelyn Price, Ellory Tulgestke, Savanah Cano, Olivia Clarke, and Reed Duron.
• Lasagna Dinner Fundraiser – for Brian Arendsen, who is battling lymphoma, on Saturday, June 25, 3-9pm @ Fraternal Order of Eagles (20 N. 2nd St. Grand Haven). Cost is $10/ person. Contact Michelle @ 231-288-6466.
• Job Opening – we are seeking a flexible, reliable, detail-oriented person for a 30 hour per week office manager position starting July 18. Responsibilities will include front desk work, staff support, mailings, etc. Please go to www.fellowshipreformed.org/jobs for more information.
• Prison Penpals Needed – the Prison Penpals Missional Community is looking for 3 more penpals. Contact Lugene VanderKooi at lugenev@yahoo.com.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
• Holy Land Engagement Tour with the Vises! – November 5-18, 2016. Great itinerary and great price ($3750 all inclusive with flight out of Chicago)! Experienced leaders - Marlin and Sally have led 54 tours over 10 years. Dr. Joshua Vis has been involved in Israel-Palestine since 2001. Meet the locals - both Jewish and Palestinian. Brochures available at the Welcome Center. For more information call Sally Vis at 616.610.2425 or email marlinandsallyvis@gmail.com. 
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh
• My Brothers' and Sisters' Houses of the Holland Deacons' Conference – are presently looking for qualified and caring Christian individuals to become part of their ministry team. They presently have opening for part-time Residential Support Staff during the day, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Interested individuals should contact HDC by email at info@hdccrc.org for more information or to request an employment application and position description. Holland Deacons' Conference, 272 E 26th St., Holland, MI 49423
• Good Samaritan Ministries is preparing for our 2nd Annual Wild Run, which will be held August 20th, 2016! – This is an obstacle run for kids ages 4-13 that will be held on the Macatawa Greenway System at Ridge Point Community Church. All of the obstacles will be provided and built by local companies. Registration is open now, and we will be accepting new runners until the day of the race.  All profits will go to our youth programming here at Good Samaritan Ministries.
• Positive Options (a service of Lakeshore Pregnancy Center) – is in need of volunteers to DRIVE the Mobile Medical Center to different events, parades, and outings in the West Michigan area! Do you have experience driving large vehicles (no special license required), have a heart for this ministry, and a little time on your hands?  To find out about this unique opportunity please contact amy.aernouts@lpcenters.com.
• City on a Hill Cafe Director – City on a Hill Cafe is in search of a new Director.  Qualified individuals will have a heart for ministry and the staff and volunteers and have strong leadership skills.  The individual will be organized and have a strong work ethic.  The new Director will have a good working knowledge of food service and be Serv-Safe certified.  30-35 hours per week.  Call 748-6061 for more info.

Of Special Concern June 12, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and room assignments.
• 2016 Vacation Bible School – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! June 20-24, 8:45-11:30am for ages four (Kinder 2017) through 5th grade. Once your child is registered you will get a free VBS CD with all of the songs!  Register online thru the church website or scan the QR code to go directly to the registration page to participate or volunteer. Junior helpers can be sixth grade and up. 
• Looking for VBS Crew Leaders -  We have many openings for adult Crew Leaders to help with the 1st-5th graders (8 needed), especially the PreK/Kinders (2 needed), and lots of Junior Crew leaders. You do not teach a lesson but help kids as they rotate through stations.  You also check kids in and out. Use the QR code to sign up.
• Donations for VBS – Please grab a sticky note from the poster in the concourse and place your donation in the crate under the poster by June 12. Thank you!
• VBS Mandatory Training – for all student and adult volunteers. Please pick ONE training to go to. Training will last one hour and will be on Sunday June 12 (7pm), Tuesday June 14 (8pm), and Wednesday June 15 (7pm). 

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM Bonfire – June 21 from 7-9pm at the Vander Stelt's.
• Elevate Lock-In – will be from 8pm on June 24- 8am on June 25. Email Bryce if you plan on attending.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

• God’s Story, Our Story Devotional Reading Guide – guides through summer are now available at the Welcome Center.

MISSION

Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – cereal, instant oatmeal, saltine crackers, peanut butter, jelly, rice, canned chili, pancake mix, syrup, and granola bars. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Lasagna Dinner fundraiser – for Brian Arendsen, who is battling lymphoma, on Saturday, June 25, 3-9pm @ Fraternal Order of Eagles (20 N. 2nd St. Grand Haven). Cost is $10/ person. Contact Michelle @ 231-288-6466.
• Job Opening – we are seeking a flexible, reliable, detail-oriented person for a 30 hour per week office manager position starting July 18. Responsibilities will include front desk work, staff support, mailings, etc. Please go to www.fellowshipreformed.org/jobs for more information.
• Prison Penpals Needed – the Prison Penpals Missional Community is looking for 3 more penpals. Contact Lugene VanderKooi at lugenev@yahoo.com.
• Congratulations Class of 2016:
  • High School Graduates
    • Patrick Arthurs, WOHS
    • Tayler Bethke, WOHS
    • Becca Bruins, WOHS
    • Jacob Fris, BRPS
    • Carleigh Eidson, WOHS
    • Drew Jansma, WOHS
    • Haley Kempker, WOHS
    • Cody Kerstin, WOHS
    • Jackson Klamt, WOHS
    • Brennan Lane, WOHS
    • Nowela Mirembe, HHS
    • Brent Paarlberg, WOHS
    • Ashley Perkins, WOHS
    • Jacob Rabe, BRPS
    • Matt Rabe, BRPS
    • Rachel Rutgers, WOHS
    • Austin Steggerda, WOHS
    • Sam Vandermolen, HCHS
    • Andrew Vorpagel, BRPS
    • Annie Walsh, WOHS
    • John Wehermeyer, WOHS
    • Alex Wuerfel, WOHS
  • College Graduates
    • Alex Arthurs, Hope College
    • Kristine Monhollon, University of Michigan
    • Taylor Pratt, Purdue University
    • Danny Vorpagel, Michigan State University

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh
• My Brothers' and Sisters' Houses of the Holland Deacons' Conference – are presently looking for qualified and caring Christian individuals to become part of their ministry team. They presently have opening for part-time Residential Support Staff during the day, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Interested individuals should contact HDC by email at info@hdccrc.org for more information or to request an employment application and position description. Holland Deacons' Conference, 272 E 26th St., Holland, MI 49423
• Good Samaritan Ministries is preparing for our 2nd Annual Wild Run, which will be held August 20th, 2016! – This is an obstacle run for kids ages 4-13 that will be held on the Macatawa Greenway System at Ridge Point Community Church. All of the obstacles will be provided and built by local companies. Registration is open now, and we will be accepting new runners until the day of the race.  All profits will go to our youth programming here at Good Samaritan Ministries.

Of Special Concern June 5, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and room assignments.
• 2016 VBS – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! June 20-24, 8:45-11:30am for ages four (Kinder 2017) through 5th grade. Once your child is registered you will get a free VBS CD with all of the songs!  Register online thru the church website or scan the QR code to go directly to the registration page to participate or volunteer. Junior helpers can be sixth grade and up.
• Looking for VBS Crew Leaders – We have many openings for adult Crew Leaders to help with the 1st-5th graders (10 needed), especially the PreK/Kinders (2 needed), and lots of Junior Crew leaders. You do not teach a lesson but help kids as they rotate through stations.  You also check kids in and out.  
• Donations for VBS – Please grab a sticky note from the poster in the concourse and place your donation in the crate under the poster by June 12. Thank you!

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• Summer Calendars – for middle school and high school summer events are available to pick up in the Youth Center. 
• Congrats Graduates! – We want to invite you all to join us on June 5 at the 10:00 service so that we can recognize you and celebrate with you as a congregation.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

• God’s Story, Our Story Devotional Reading Guide – guides through summer are now available at the Welcome Center.

MISSION

Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Rice, Mac & Cheese, Canned Spaghetti Sauce, Fruit Snacks, Chicken Helper, Cereal, and Canned Chili. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Office closed for Memorial Day – The office will be closed on May 30.
• New Members Coffee – June 5 at 9am in MC34/35. All new or recent members are encouraged to join us. Please RSVP to Lisa Braunius by Friday, June 3. 
• Glimpses of Nicaragua – members who joined in the trip to Bluefields, NI will be sharing stories and pictures on June 5 at 9am in the Great Room.
• Graduation Sunday June 5 – if you have a student who is graduating, please contact the front office or email alarosa@fellowshipreformed.org so we can include them in our list of graduates. Please include name and where they are graduating from.
• Lasagna Dinner fundraiser – for Brian Arendsen, who is battling lymphoma, on Saturday, June 25, 3-9pm @ Fraternal Order of Eagles (20 N. 2nd St. Grand Haven). Cost is $10/ person. Contact Michelle @ 231-288-6466.
• Job Opening – we are seeking a flexible, reliable, detail-oriented person for a 30 hour per week office manager position starting July 18. Responsibilities will include front desk work, staff support, mailings, etc. Please go to www.fellowshipreformed.org/jobs for more information.
• Prison Penpals Needed – the Prison Penpals Missional Community is looking for 3 more penpals. Contact Lugene VanderKooi at lugenev@yahoo.com.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh
• My Brothers' and Sisters' Houses of the Holland Deacons' Conference – are presently looking for qualified and caring Christian individuals to become part of their ministry team. They presently have opening for part-time Residential Support Staff during the day, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Interested individuals should contact HDC by email at info@hdccrc.org for more information or to request an employment application and position description. Holland Deacons' Conference, 272 E 26th St., Holland, MI 49423
• Good Samaritan Ministries is preparing for our 2nd Annual Wild Run, which will be held August 20th, 2016! – This is an obstacle run for kids ages 4-13 that will be held on the Macatawa Greenway System at Ridge Point Community Church. All of the obstacles will be provided and built by local companies. Registration is open now, and we will be accepting new runners until the day of the race.  All profits will go to our youth programming here at Good Samaritan Ministries.

Of Special Concern May 29, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W times and room assignments.
• 1st Grade Graduation from Children & Worship– Please join us for a time of celebration TODAY at the end of the service in the C&W room.
• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs. Thank you!
• 2016 VBS – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! June 20-24, 8:45-11:30am for ages four (Kinder 2017) through 5th grade. Once your child is registered you will get a free VBS CD with all of the songs!  Register online thru the church website or scan the QR code to go directly to the registration page to participate or volunteer. Junior helpers can be sixth grade and up. 
• Looking for VBS Crew Leaders-  We have many openings for adult Crew Leaders to help with the 1st-5th graders (12 needed) and especially the PreK/Kinders (4 needed).  You do not teach a lesson but help kids as they rotate through stations.  You also check kids in and out.  
• Donations for VBS – Please grab a sticky note from the poster in the concourse and place your donation in the crate under the poster by June 12. Thank you!

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – tonight is our final meeting of the school year. Join us at Tunnel Park at 6pm.
• Congrats Graduates! – Join us June 5 at the 10am service for recognition and celebration with the congregation.
• Elevate – summer calendars are now available in the Youth Center.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• God’s Story, Our Story Devotional Reading Guide – guides through summer are now available at the Welcome Center

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – canned spaghetti sauce, saltine crackers, rice, cereal, canned chili

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Office closed for Memorial Day – The office will be closed on May 30.
• New Members Coffee – June 5 at 9am in MC34/35. All new or recent members are encouraged to join us.
• Glimpses of Nicaragua – members who joined in the trip to Bluefields, NI will be sharing stories and pictures on June 5 at 9am in the Great Room.
• Graduation Sunday June 5 – if you have a student who is graduating, please contact the front office or email alarosa@fellowshipreformed.org so we can include them in our list of graduates. Please include name and where they are graduating from.
• Lasagna Dinner fundraiser – for Brian Arendsen, who is battling lymphoma, on Saturday, June 25, 3-9 pm @ Fraternal Order of Eagles (20 N. 2nd St. Grand Haven). Cost is $10/ person. Contact Michelle @ 231-288-6466.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh

• My Brothers' and Sisters' Houses of the Holland Deacons' Conference are presently looking for qualified and caring Christian individuals to become part of their ministry team. They presently have opening for part-time Residential Support Staff during the day, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Interested individuals should contact HDC by email at info@hdccrc.org for more information or to request an employment application and position description. Holland Deacons' Conference, 272 E 26th St., Holland, MI 49423

Of Special Concern May 22, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• May 15 Last Day of Sunday School– Please see note that Sunday school will end on May 15. This will be a combined Sunday school time at 10am.

• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs: 100% juice boxes, instant oatmeal packets, individual serving cereal boxes, fruit cups, granola bars, pudding cups, fruit snacks, and cheese & cracker packets. Thank you!

• 2016 VBS – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! VBS is June 20-24, 8:30 to 11:30am for ages 4 (Kinder 2017) through entering 5th grade. Registration online NOW for children and volunteers.  

• Looking for VBS Crew Leaders-  We have many openings for adult Crew Leaders to help with the 1st-5th graders (12 needed) and especially the PreK/Kinders (4 needed).  You do not teach a lesson but help kids as they rotate through stations.  You also check kids in and out. 

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – Please remember that there is no HSM tonight. We will have our final night next week Sunday, May 22.

• Elevate – summer calendars are now available in the Youth Center.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• Spring Devotionals – are available at the back of the Sanctuary, the Welcome Center, and the table in the Concourse. Join us as we dwell in the book of Acts!

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – mac & cheese, canned spaghetti sauce, fruit snacks, saltine crackers, rice, cereal, canned chili, chicken helper, fruit cups (all varieties)

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• New Worship Schedule – Summer worship times begin May 15. Worship will be at 8 and 10am.
• Kudos Sunday - Join us May 22 as we give thanks to everyone who helps to enrich our life and ministry at Fellowship.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Special Congregational Meeting and Vote  –  On May 15, services will be at 8 and 10am. A special congregational meeting will happen at 11am to vote on the Consistory’s recommendation to extend a call to our 2 candidates.

• Calling All Gardeners – the garden will be ready by mid-May. Sign up for a plot on the sheet by the welcome center. Available on a first come, first served basis.

• Jonathan Vanderbeck Ordination – The Holland Classis is ordaining Licensed Candidate Jonathan Vanderbeck to the Office of Minister of Word and sacrament at a special service which will be held on Sunday, May 15, 4:00PM at Hope Church (77 W 11th St, Holland, MI 49423). Jonathan will then join the pastoral staff at the First Reformed Church of Schenectady NY. Reception to follow at 5pm.

• Jubilee Neighborhood Block Party June 12 – Please save the date for a special celebration of our 50th Jubilee Anniversary! From 1-4pm, we will have food, games, art, and more. Don’t miss the special concert at 2pm featuring Jars of Clay, with opening act, The Voice. Free for everyone!

• North Parking Lot – is getting torn out next week. A base coat of asphalt will be down and temporary lines painted before church on Sunday, 5/22.

• Ken Chamberlin Memorial Service – at Fellowship Saturday, May 21st at 11:00am.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh

• My Brothers' and Sisters' Houses of the Holland Deacons' Conference are presently looking for qualified and caring Christian individuals to become part of their ministry team. They presently have opening for part-time Residential Support Staff during the day, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Interested individuals should contact HDC by email at info@hdccrc.org for more information or to request an employment application and position description. Holland Deacons' Conference, 272 E 26th St., Holland, MI 49423

• Job Fair at Intersection Ministries - Tues, May 24, 1-4pm. 945 136th Ave. (corner of Riley & 136th). Bring your resume to see companies like West MI Works, Art Van, Dialog Direct, Yangeng, Dykhuis Farms, Boer's Transportation, and more.

Of Special Concern May 15, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship and Sunday School Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W and Sunday School times and room assignments.

• May 15 Last Day of Sunday School– Please see note that Sunday school will end on May 15. This will be a combined Sunday school time at 10am.

• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs: 100% juice boxes, instant oatmeal packets, individual serving cereal boxes, fruit cups, granola bars, pudding cups, fruit snacks, and cheese & cracker packets. Thank you!

• 2016 VBS – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! VBS is June 20-24, 8:30 to 11:30am for ages 4 (Kinder 2017) through entering 5th grade. Registration online NOW for children and volunteers.  

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – tonight we are going to talk about your faith story and how you can begin to share it with others. Join us tonight from 6-8pm in the Youth Center.

• Elevate – summer calendars are now available in the Youth Center.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• Spring Devotionals – are available at the back of the Sanctuary, the Welcome Center, and the table in the Concourse. Join us as we dwell in the book of Acts!
• New Bible Study on Acts – Join Pastor Brian and Dr. John Brogan for a 6 week study on the book of Acts. We will do an in-depth exploration of how the Holy Spirit was on the move in the early church and is still on the move in our lives today! Wednesdays in the Gathering Place from 6:30-7:45pm, April 13-May 18. Contact Pastor Brian for info.

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – mac & cheese, individually packaged cheese and crackers, saltine crackers, rice cereal, chicken helper, pop tarts

• Hand2Hand families send their thanks – We have begun to receive a few thank you notes from families who have participated in Hand2Hand during 2015-2016. These notes are being collected and will be shared with you as the school year draws to an end in June. Through your donations, we have been able to provide over 200 children who may otherwise have gone hungry with weekend supplemental food. Well done!! PLEASE continue to be faithful with your donations. The weekly output of food continues even when donations are low, which means we need to purchase menu items we don't have in our pantry. 

• Breakfast with Baby – will be Saturday, May 14. Current needs are: diapers (size newborn, 2, 3, 4, and 5), wipes, and new/gently used summer clothes.

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• New Worship Schedule – Summer worship times begin May 15. Worship will be at 8 and 10am.
• Kudos Sunday - Join us May 22 as we give thanks to everyone who helps to enrich our life and ministry at Fellowship.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Special Congregational Meeting and Vote  –  On May 15, services will be at 8 and 10am. A special congregational meeting will happen at 11am to vote on the Consistory’s recommendation to extend a call to our 2 candidates.

• Calling All Gardeners – the garden will be ready by mid-May. Sign up for a plot on the sheet by the welcome center. Available on a first come, first served basis.

• Jonathan Vanderbeck Ordination – May 15 at Hope Church (77 West 11th St.) at 4pm, with a reception at 5pm. Hope Church is requesting help with appetizers, fingerfoods, and desserts for the reception. To help, please contact Linda Milanowski at lsmilo@att.net or 616.836.8047.

• Jubilee Neighborhood Block Party June 12 – Please save the date for a special celebration of our 50th Jubilee Anniversary! From 1-4pm, we will have food, games, art, and more. Don’t miss the special concert at 2pm featuring Jars of Clay, with opening act, The Voice. Free for everyone!

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh

• The Family LIFE Center is now accepting Resumes for the Executive Director position. If interested, please send your resume to info@familylifecenterhome.org by May 15, 2016.

Of Special Concern May 8, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship and Sunday School Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W and Sunday School times and room assignments.

• May 15 Last Day of Sunday School– Please see note that Sunday school will end on May 15. This will be a combined Sunday school time at 10am.

• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs: 100% juice boxes, instant oatmeal packets, individual serving cereal boxes, fruit cups, granola bars, pudding cups, fruit snacks, and cheese & cracker packets. Thank you!

• 2016 VBS – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! VBS is June 20-24, 8:30 to 11:30am for ages 4 (Kinder 2017) through entering 5th grade. Registration online NOW for children and volunteers.  

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – tonight is panel night. The leaders will share our stories with you, and you get to ask us any questions you'd like. All high schoolers are welcome from 6-8pm.

• Elevate – we are done for the year, but be sure to keep your eyes open for summer dates coming soon.

• Summer Serve Dates to Know – we will hold another training session today at noon in the Youth Center. Lunch will be provided.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• Spring Devotionals – are available at the back of the Sanctuary, the Welcome Center, and the table in the Concourse. Join us as we dwell in the book of Acts!
• New Bible Study on Acts – Join Pastor Brian and Dr. John Brogan for a 6 week study on the book of Acts. We will do an in-depth exploration of how the Holy Spirit was on the move in the early church and is still on the move in our lives today! Wednesdays in the Gathering Place from 6:30-7:45pm, April 13-May 18. Contact Pastor Brian for info.

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – canned chili, rice, cereal, pancake mix, syrup, jelly (plastic containers), canned spaghetti sauce, pop tarts, saltine crackers

• Hand2Hand Please and Thank You! – THANK YOU for all of your donations thus far for our Hand2Hand families during the 2015-2016 school year! Through your donations, we have been able to provide weekend supplemental food to over 200 children who otherwise may go without. Well done!! PLEASE continue to be faithful with your donations. The weekly output of food continues even when donations are low, which means we need to purchase menu items we don't have in our pantry. 

• Breakfast with Baby – will be Saturday, May 14. Current needs are: diapers (size newborn, 2, 3, 4, and 5), wipes, and new/gently used summer clothes.

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• New Worship Schedule – Summer worship times begin May 15. Worship will be at 8 and 10am.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Special Congregational Meeting and Vote  –  On May 15, services will be at 8 and 10am. A special congregational meeting will happen at 11am to vote on the Consistory’s recommendation to extend a call to our 2 candidates.

• PrimeTimers Tulip Time Luncheon & Show – Thursday, May 5 at 11am. Cost is $20. Sign up on the postcards in the pew or call the church office.

• Calling All Gardeners – the garden will be ready by mid-May. Sign up for a plot on the sheet by the welcomecenter. Available on a first come, first served basis.

• Linda Hutchison on vacation – May 9-22, Linda will be in the Grand Canyon. You are still able to contact her by phone or email, however, her cell reception may not be good.

• Blood Drive Success – Thank you to the 18 people who registered to give blood. 13 units were drawn– that potentially saves 39 lives thanks to your efforts!

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh
• Cran Hill Ranch Clean-Up Weekend – April 29-May 1. Cran Hill offers families a FREE weekend of camping in return for help cleaning the ranch to prepare for summer.

Of Special Concern May 1, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship and Sunday School Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W and Sunday School times and room assignments.

• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs: 100% juice boxes, instant oatmeal packets, individual serving cereal boxes, fruit cups, granola bars, pudding cups, fruit snacks, and cheese & cracker packets. Thank you!

• 2016 VBS – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! VBS is June 20-24, 8:30 to 11:30am for ages 4 (Kinder 2017) through entering 5th grade. Registration for children and volunteers will be online starting mid-April.  

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – tonight we are excited to welcome guests from the RCA who will be taking us through an exercise on cultural sensitivity. Meet us in the youth center from 6-8pm.

• Elevate – this week is our last meeting of the school year. Come and join us Wednesday from 6-7:30pm in the Youth Center. All middle schoolers welcome!

• Summer Serve Dates to Know – training sessions will be held on May 1 at noon and June 12 at 5pm. Your next payment of $100 will also be due at the May 1 meeting.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• Spring Devotionals – are available at the back of the Sanctuary, the Welcome Center, and the table in the Concourse. Join us as we dwell in the book of Acts!
• New Bible Study on Acts – Join Pastor Brian and Dr. John Brogan for a 6 week study on the book of Acts. We will do an in-depth exploration of how the Holy Spirit was on the move in the early church and is still on the move in our lives today! Wednesdays in the Gathering Place from 6:30-7:45pm, April 13-May 18. Contact Pastor Brian for info.

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Hamburger Helper, Chicken Helper, Fruit cups– all varieties, boxed saltine crackers, Cereal, Pancake mix, Syrup, Canned spaghetti sauce, pudding cups, canned veggies, canned tuna, chunky soup, fruit snacks, pop tarts

• Hand2Hand Please and Thank You! – THANK YOU for all of your donations thus far for our Hand2Hand families during the 2015-2016 school year! Through your donations, we have been able to provide weekend supplemental food to over 200 children who otherwise may go without. Well done!! PLEASE continue to be faithful with your donations. The weekly output of food continues even when donations are low, which means we need to purchase menu items we don't have in our pantry. 

• Donations Needed – for the Community Summer Mission Project at Pine Acres Migrant Camp! There is a list of requested donation items in the concourse by the Hand2Hand grocery carts. Please consider taking one of the pink or yellow sticky notes off of the plastic bin with a suggested item written on it. The item can be returned to the plastic bin any time in April or May. Items needed include: beach towels, bubbles, sidewalk chalk, plastic jump ropes, wiffle ball and bat sets, and books of all kinds and levels. Thank you for your support!! 

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• April 24 Service Times – On Sunday, April 24, services will be at 8am and 10am. The Congregational Meeting will be held at 11am, with a celebration to follow.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• PrimeTimers Tulip Time Luncheon & Show – Thursday, May 5 at 11am. Cost is $20. Sign up on the postcards in the pew or call the church office.

• Calling All Gardeners – the garden will be ready by mid-May. Sign up for a plot on the sheet by the welcomecenter. Available on a first come, first served basis.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• Clothing Give Away – Saturday, April 30, 9am to 12pm. Men's, women's, and children's spring and summer clothing available to ALL at NO charge. Feeding America Food Truck will there at 10am (first come first serve basis; please bring your own containers). Harvest Bible Chapel, Corner of US 31 and Stanton St, West Olive, Michigan. 
• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.
• Meet Your Farmer – open house at Eighth Day Farm’s Holland Town Center (12330 James St) on April 26 (3:30-6pm) and April 30 (10am-noon). All are invited! Walk the land, learn about participating in our CSA, chat with Farmer Kyle. Get a coupon for a free plant at our upcoming May plant sale! ?? Email kyle@eighthdayfarm.org
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh
• Cran Hill Ranch Clean-Up Weekend – April 29-May 1. Cran Hill offers families a FREE weekend of camping in return for help cleaning the ranch to prepare for summer.

Of Special Concern April 24, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship and Sunday School Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W and Sunday School times and room assignments.
• Sunday School 10am ONLY 4/24 – due to the change in service times for the Congregational meeting. During the meeting, children can either stay in nursery or go to the Youth Center (ages 4-5th grade) until the picnic meal and celebration.
• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs: 100% juice boxes, instant oatmeal packets, individual serving cereal boxes, fruit cups, granola bars, pudding cups, fruit snacks, and cheese & cracker packets. Thank you!
• 2016 VBS – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! VBS is June 20-24, 8:30 to 11:30am for ages 4 (Kinder 2017) through entering 5th grade. Registration for children and volunteers will be online starting mid-April.  

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – tonight you are invited to Bryce & Erin’s house for our first bonfire of the year. We will be hanging out from 6-8pm. All high school students are welcome!
• Elevate – is still meeting through the month of April. We will meet this Wednesday from 6-7:30pm in the Youth Center. All middle schoolers welcome!
• Summer Serve Dates to Know – training sessions will be held on May 1 at noon and June 12 at 5pm. Your next payment of $100 will also be due at the May 1 meeting.
• THANK YOU! – HSM would like to thank everyone who donated items to our garage sale yesterday. Your support is what makes our summer serve trips possible.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• Spring Devotionals – are available at the back of the Sanctuary, the Welcome Center, and the table in the Concourse. Join us as we dwell in the book of Acts!
• New Bible Study on Acts – Join Pastor Brian and Dr. John Brogan for a 6 week study on the book of Acts. We will do an in-depth exploration of how the Holy Spirit was on the move in the early church and is still on the move in our lives today! Wednesdays in the Gathering Place from 6:30-7:45pm, April 13-May 18. Contact Pastor Brian for info.

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – Tuna Helper, Chicken Helper, Fruit cups– all varieties, Vienna sausages, Instant oatmeal, Cereal, Pancake mix, Syrup, Squeezable jelly, Rice, Canned spaghetti sauce
• Donations Needed – for the Community Summer Mission Project at Pine Acres Migrant Camp! There is a list of requested donation items in the concourse by the Hand2Hand grocery carts. Please consider taking one of the pink or yellow sticky notes off of the plastic bin with a suggested item written on it. The item can be returned to the plastic bin any time in April or May. Items needed include: beach towels, bubbles, sidewalk chalk, plastic jump ropes, wiffle ball and bat sets, and books of all kinds and levels. Thank you for your support!! 

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• April 24 Service Times – On Sunday, April 24, services will be at 8am and 10am. The Congregational Meeting will be held at 11am, with a celebration to follow.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Congregational Meeting Information:
  • 2016 Nominees – Below is the single slate which will be voted on at the April 24 meeting.
    • MLC Elder - Jason Grant
    • CLC Elder – Linda Dalman, Chuck Kulier, Anne Reilly-Clegg, Joan Stuttman
    • MLC Deacon - Barb Dobberteen
    • CLC Deacon – Heidi Plaggemars, Mike Slager, Mike Thorsby, Bev Vander Hill
  • Preview Sessions – the last session will be held today in MC34/35 at 9:15am. Come hear updates, ask questions and share feedback.  To keep the Congregational Meeting brief, please bring your questions to these sessions.
  • Absentee Ballots – are available at the Welcome Center and need to be turned in prior to the Congregational Meeting (these do not count toward quorum). 
  • Child Care – will be available during the Congregational Meeting. 
• Baptism Class – Sunday, April 24, at 9am for parents desiring baptism for their children. Baptism will occur on Sunday, May 8, at the service of your choice. Register by contacting the church office or Hannah Clark (hclark35@gmail.com or 616.510.8966). Sign up by TOMORROW, Monday, April 18.
• 2016 Crop Walk – April 23 & 24. Jim Baar will be walking in memory of Bryon Carter and Mary Reimink. To contribute, contact Jim or sign up in the office.
• Meet Your Farmer – open house at Eighth Day Farm’s Holland Town Center (12330 James St) on April 26 (3:30-6pm) and April 30 (10am-noon). All are invited! Walk the land, learn about participating in our CSA, chat with Farmer Kyle. Get a coupon for a free plant at our upcoming May plant sale! Questions? Emailkyle@eighthdayfarm.org
• PrimeTimers Tulip Time Luncheon & Show – Thursday, May 5 at 11am. Cost is $20. Sign up on the postcards in the pew or call the church office.
• Cran Hill Ranch Hiring Summer Staff – See their website for information and an application. http://www.cranhillranch.com/#!employment/cflh

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• Clothing Give Away – Saturday, April 30, 9am to 12pm. Men's, women's, and children's spring and summer clothing available to ALL at NO charge. Feeding America Food Truck will there at 10am (first come first serve basis; please bring your own containers). Harvest Bible Chapel, Corner of US 31 and Stanton St, West Olive, Michigan. 
• Successful Aging - Let it grow, let it grow, let it grow! Thursday, April 21, 11:30am-1pm at Christ Memorial Church. Holland’s Award Winning flower gardens are known around the world. Join us as City of Holland Greenhouse Manager, Shelly DeVries, shares her gardening expertise. From beautiful Holland floral displays, to seasonal containers, come and enjoy the presentation and learn how to create your own floral masterpiece! Cost is $4.00 (includes lunch). Please pay at the door. Special thanks to our lunch sponsor: Vista Springs of Holland Register by calling 616.820.7482 by Friday, April 15.
• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.

Of Special Concern April 17, 2016

 

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Everybody Worships Sunday – Today is an Everybody Worships Sunday. All children 2nd-8th grades are invited to stay in the service with families. Children & Worship and Nursery are still offered. Sunday School resumes April 17. 
• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs: 100% juice boxes, instant oatmeal packets, individual serving cereal boxes, fruit cups, granola bars, pudding cups, fruit snacks, and cheese & cracker packets. Thank you! 
• 2016 Vacation Bible School Theme – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! Registration for both children and volunteers will be all online on our website starting mid-April. VBS is June 20-24, 8:30 to 11:30am for ages 4 (Kindergarten 2017) through entering 5th grade. 

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – meets tonight in the Youth Center. All high schoolers are welcome!
• Elevate – will meet this Wednesday from 6-7:30pm. All middle schoolers welcome!
• HSM Garage Sale – is on Saturday, April 16, 8am-12pm. Please bring items for the garage sale to the Youth Center by April 13. All proceeds will go toward the Summer Serve Trip to Rosebud Native American Reservation in SD. 
• College Care Packages – We will be sending out care packages to college students in the month of April. If you are a student or a parent of a student that would like to receive a package please email Bryce the student's name and college address.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• Spring Devotionals – are available at the back of the Sanctuary, the Welcome Center, and the table in the Concourse. Join us as we dwell in the book of Acts!
• New Bible Study on Acts – Join Pastor Brian and Dr. John Brogan for a 6 week study on the book of Acts. We will do an in-depth exploration of how the Holy Spirit was on the move in the early church and is still on the move in our lives today! Wednesdays in the Gathering Place from 6:30-7:45pm, April 13-May 18. Contact Pastor Brian for info.

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – cereal, instant oatmeal, chicken helper, fruit cups (all varieties), mac & cheese, canned tuna fish, canned chicken breast, canned spaghetti sauce, hamburger helper, squeezable jelly, pancake mix, syrup, canned chili, rice, fruit & cereal bars, and pudding cups. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!
• Donations Needed – for the Community Summer Mission Project at Pine Acres Migrant Camp! There is a list of requested donation items in the concourse by the Hand2Hand grocery carts. Please consider taking one of the pink or yellow sticky notes off of the plastic bin with a suggested item written on it. The item can be returned to the plastic bin any time in April or May. Items needed include: beach towels, bubbles, sidewalk chalk, plastic jump ropes, wiffle ball and bat sets, and books of all kinds and levels. Thank you for your support!! 

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• April 24 Service Times – On Sunday, April 24, services will be at 8am and 10am. The Congregational Meeting will be held at 11am, with a celebration to follow.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Congregational Meeting Information:
  • 2016 Nominees – Below is the single slate which will be voted on at the April 24 meeting.
    • MLC Elder - Jason Grant
    • CLC Elder – Linda Dalman, Chuck Kulier, Anne Reilly-Clegg, Joan Stuttman
    • MLC Deacon - Barb Dobberteen
    • CLC Deacon – Heidi Plaggemars, Mike Slager, Mike Thorsby, Bev Vander Hill
  • Preview Sessions – will be held today and next Sunday, April 17, in MC34/35 at 9:15am. Come hear updates, ask questions and share feedback.  To keep the Congregational Meeting brief, please bring your questions to these sessions.
  • Absentee Ballots – are available at the Welcome Center and need to be turned in prior to the Congregational Meeting (these do not count toward quorum). 
  • Child Care – will be available during the Congregational Meeting. 
• Lost and Found – there is a table set up in the Concourse of our Lost and Found items. Please stop by and see if anything belongs to you! Everything not claimed by TODAY, April 10 will be donated to the High School Ministry Garage Sale.
• Fellowship Dinner Groups – Sign up for dinner groups with FRC members to get to know others in the church family and have a lot of fun. Fill out a form hereor in the Concourse. Groups will be divided into manageable sizes to meet in April and May. Email Tammy Keepers at keeperst@westottawa.net. 
• Discover Fellowship Luncheon Class – Sunday, April 17, 12-2pm. This class is for those who would like to become members or learn more about Fellowship. If you have any questions or to sign up, please contact Mary Veele (mike.veele@sbcglobal.net or 616.399.6545) or the church office. Sign up by TOMORROW, Monday, April 11. 
• 2016 Summer Trip to Israel-Palestine! – We are returning to Israel-Palestine with Marlin and Josh Vis this summer to host an arts camp AND sports camp in Beit-Sahour (near Bethlehem) July 18-30! Sign up today. Registration ends April 15 by contacting volunteer@rca.org.
• Health Fair – on Sunday, April 17 at 8:30am-12pm in the Great Room. The theme is CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. Come get free stuff, info on safety, fun summer programs, Park Township trails and activities, and have fun! Providers will include: Park Township, Red Cross, Miranda events, Hope College, Hospice of Holland, and several more. 
• Baptism Class – Sunday, April 24, at 9am for parents desiring baptism for their children. Baptism will occur on Sunday, May 8, at the service of your choice. Register by contacting the church office or Hannah Clark (hclark35@gmail.com or 616.510.8966). Sign up by Monday, April 18.
• 2016 Crop Walk – is April 23 & 24. Jim Baar will be walking in memory of Bryon Carter and Mary Reimink. Those interested in contributing should contact Jim or sign up in the office.
• PrimeTimers Tulip Time Luncheon & Show – Thursday, May 5 at 11am. Cost is $20. Sign up on the postcards in the pew or call the church office.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• Clothing Give Away – Saturday, April 30, 9am to 12pm. Men's, women's, and children's spring and summer clothing available to ALL at NO charge. Feeding America Food Truck will there at 10am (first come first serve basis; please bring your own containers). Harvest Bible Chapel, Corner of US 31 and Stanton St, West Olive, Michigan. 
• Free Christian Music Concert - A benefit concert featuring His Men and the James Family Singers in support of Humanity for Prisoners will be heldSunday, April 17 at 7 PM at Fountain Street Church in Grand Rapids (24 Fountain St NE). No charge for admission, free will offering.
• Successful Aging - Let it grow, let it grow, let it grow! Thursday, April 21, 11:30am-1pm at Christ Memorial Church. Holland’s Award Winning flower gardens are known around the world. Join us as City of Holland Greenhouse Manager, Shelly DeVries, shares her gardening expertise. From beautiful Holland floral displays, to seasonal containers, come and enjoy the presentation and learn how to create your own floral masterpiece! Cost is $4.00 (includes lunch). Please pay at the door. Special thanks to our lunch sponsor: Vista Springs of Holland Register by calling 616.820.7482 by Friday, April 15.
• LifeWalk 2016 - June 18, 2016 many will gather to celebrate LIFE!  Lakeshore Pregnancy Center and its services of Positive Options and Best Life is hosting LifeWalk 2016.  The event will provide for the work God is doing in walking alongside those faced with an unplanned pregnancy.

Of Special Concern April 10, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Everybody Worships Sunday – Today is an Everybody Worships Sunday. All children 2nd-8th grades are invited to stay in the service with families. Children & Worship and Nursery are still offered. Sunday School resumes April 17. 
• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs: 100% juice boxes, instant oatmeal packets, individual serving cereal boxes, fruit cups, granola bars, pudding cups, fruit snacks, and cheese & cracker packets. Thank you! 
• 2016 Vacation Bible School Theme – Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World! Registration for both children and volunteers will be all online on our website starting mid-April. VBS is June 20-24, 8:30 to 11:30am for ages 4 (Kindergarten 2017) through entering 5th grade. 

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – will not meet tonight. We will be back on Sunday, April 10.
• Elevate – will not be meeting this Wednesday night. Next meeting will be April 13.
• HSM Garage Sale – is on Saturday, April 16, 8am-12pm. Please bring items for the garage sale to the Youth Center by April 13. All proceeds will go toward the Summer Serve Trip to Rosebud Native American Reservation in South Dakota. 
• College Care Packages – We will be sending out care packages to college students in the month of April. If you are a student or a parent of a student that would like to receive a package please email Bryce the student's name and college address.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• Spring Devotionals – are available at the back of the Sanctuary the Welcome Center, and the table in the Concourse. Join us as we dwell in the book of Acts!
• New Bible Study on Acts – Join Pastor Brian and Dr. John Brogan for a 6 week study on the book of Acts. We will do an in-depth exploration of how the Holy Spirit was on the move in the early church and is still on the move in our lives today! Wednesdays in the Gathering Place from 6:30-7:45pm, April 13-May 18. Contact Pastor Brian for info.

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – cereal, instant oatmeal, chicken helper, fruit cups (all varieties), mac & cheese, canned tuna fish, canned chicken breast, canned spaghetti sauce, hamburger helper, squeezable jelly, pancake mix, syrup, canned chili, rice, fruit & cereal bars, and pudding cups. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!
• Mission Crew – We are entering the last step of the year long discernment process as we move into Focus Mission Partnerships. This will help us engage our call to serve children and offer them hope and love in the name of Christ! We are sending 4 delegates to join RCA Global mission staff in visiting Adrian and Bernardeth Bobb-Kelly and their ministry in Bluefields, Nicaragua from April 6-10, 2016! Please pray for safe travel, inspiring new relationships, and for growing the vision of how FRC can more deeply partner with God's work there!
• Breakfast with Baby – will be Saturday, April 9. Current needs are: diapers (size new born, 2, 3, 4, and 5), wipes, and new/gently used summer clothes.

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• April 24 Service Times – On Sunday, April 24, services will be at 8am and 10am. The Congregational Meeting will be held at 11am, with a celebration to follow.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• 2016 Consistory Nominees – The Nominating Committee is pleased to present this slate of nominees to serve on Fellowship's Consistory. Lots will be drawn today, April 3, to determine a single slate, which will be voted on at the Congregational Meeting on April 24.
  • MLC Elder (1 selected)- Jason Grant & Kathy Wood
  • CLC Elder (4 selected)– Sandy Alverson, Linda Dalman, Chuck Kulier, Anne Reilly-Clegg, Paul Reynen, Joan Stuttman, Nance VanLiere, Lynne Vriesman
  • MLC Deacon (1 selected)- Barb Dobberteen & Susan Timmer
  • CLC Deacon (4 selected)– George Dalman, Nate Dreyer, Heidi Plaggemars, Mike Slager, Mike Thorsby, Aaron Tracy, Bev VanderHill, Bob Vorpagel
• Spring Break Office Hours – the office will be open 9am-3pm April 4-7 and closed April 8.
  Lost and Found – there is a table set up in the Concourse of our Lost and Found items. Please stop by and see if anything belongs to you!
• Fellowship Dinner Groups – Sign up for dinner groups with FRC members to get to know others in the church family and have a lot of fun. Fill out the form here or in a form in the Concourse. Groups will be divided into manageable sizes to meet in April and May. Email Tammy Keepers at keeperst@westottawa.net. 
• Discover Fellowship Luncheon Class – Sunday, April 17, 12-2pm. This class is for those who would like to become members or learn more about Fellowship. If you have any questions or to sign up, please contact Mary Veele (616.399.6545 or mike.veele@sbcglobal.net) or the church office. Sign up by Monday, April 11. 
• 2016 Summer Trip to Israel-Palestine! – We are returning to Israel-Palestine with Marlin and Josh Vis this summer to host an arts camp AND sports camp in Beit-Sahour (near Bethlehem) July 18-30! Sign up today. Registration ends April 15.
• Health Fair – on Sunday, April 17 at 8:30am-12pm in the Great Room. The theme is CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. Come get free stuff, info on safety, fun summer programs, Park Township trails and activities, and have fun! Providers will include: Park Township, Red Cross, Miranda events, Hope College, Hospice of Holland, and several more. 
• Baptism Class – Sunday, April 24, at 9am for parents desiring baptism for their children. Baptism will occur on Sunday, May 8, at the service of your choice. Register by contacting the church office or Hannah Clark (hclark35@gmail.com or 616.510.8966). Sign up by Monday, April 18.
• 2016 Crop Walk – is April 23 & 24. Jim Baar will be walking in memory of Bryon Carter and Mary Reimink. Those interested in contributing should contact Jim or sign up in the office.
• 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting – A council of 72 members of the RCA is meeting in Chicago in April to help our denomination seek a way forward together on issues of human sexuality. Congregations and individuals are invited to participate in the 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting leading up to the council. Daily devotions are available at the Welcome Center and online (www.rca.org/21daysignup) to guide you.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• Brahms’ German Requiem – comes to Holland, MI!
  • Learn – The Bible and Brahms’ Requiem. A 3-part presentation by the Rev. Dr. Carol Bechtel. April 6, 13, & 20, 2016 ~ 6:00 to 7:30 PM. First Reformed Church ~ 630 State St.
  • Experience - the Performance by The Holland Symphony Orchestra and the Holland Chorale. April 22 and 23, 2016. Miller Center for the Musical Arts at Hope College. 
• Clothing Give Away – Saturday, April 30, 9am to 12pm. Men's, women's, and children's spring and summer clothing available to ALL at NO charge. Feeding America Food Truck will there at 10am (first come first serve basis; please bring your own containers). Harvest Bible Chapel, Corner of US 31 and Stanton St, West Olive, Michigan. 

Of Special Concern April 3, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Everybody Worships Sunday – Today is an Everybody Worships Sunday. All children 2nd-8th grades are invited to stay in the service with families. Children & Worship and Nursery are still offered. Sunday School resumes April 17. 
• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs: 100% juice boxes, Instant oatmeal packets, Individual serving cereal boxes, Fruit cups, Granola bars, Pudding cups, Fruit Snacks, and Cheese & cracker packets. Thank you! 
• Big Reveal for VBS coming next week! – Look for the announcement in the bulletin, through email, and on a video posted to our Facebook page! VBS is June 20-24. Registration for participants and volunteers will start online mid-April.

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – will not meet tonight or next week. We will be back on Sunday April 10.
• Elevate – will not be meeting this Wednesday night. Next meeting will be April 13.
• HSM Garage Sale – Saturday, April 16, 8am-12pm. Congregation, please bring items for the garage sale to the Youth Center thru April 13. All proceeds will go toward the Summer Serve Trip to Rosebud Native American Reservation in SD.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• New Bible Study on Acts – Join Pastor Brian and Dr. John Brogan (Western Seminary) for a 6 week study on the book of Acts. We will do an in-depth exploration of how the Holy Spirit was on the move in the early church and is still on the move in our lives today! Get ready for a wild ride! Wednesday nights in the Gathering Place from 6:30-7:45pm, April 13 thru May 18. Contact Pastor Brian for more information.

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – pudding cups, instant oatmeal, cereal, canned chicken, pop tarts, mac & cheese, fruit cups (all varieties), canned spaghetti sauce, and squeezeable jelly (plastic jars only). Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!
• Mission Crew – We are entering the last step of the year long discernment process as we move into Focus Mission Partnerships. This will help us engage our call to serve children and offer them hope and love in the name of Christ! We are sending 4 delegates to join RCA Global mission staff in visiting Adrian and Bernardeth Bobb-Kelly and their ministry in Bluefields, Nicaragua from April 6-10, 2016! Please pray for safe travel, inspiring new relationships, and for growing the vision of how FRC can more deeply partner with God's work there!

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• Sunday, April 24th – we will only have two services at 8am & 10am followed by our annual Congregational Meeting.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Community Potluck & Game Night – Wednesday, March 30th at 5:45pm. Please bring sides, salads, and desserts! FRC will provide pulled pork. Bring cards or board games you love, or just come and play! Invite your family and friends too! We'll have some games on hand as weel as a lego center.
• Fellowship Dinner Groups – Sign up for dinner groups with FRC members to get to know others in the church family and have a lot of fun. Fill out the form here or fill in a form in the concourse. Groups will be divided into manageable sizes to meet in April and May. Email Tammy Keepers at keeperst@westottawa.net. 
• Prayer Gathering – Tuesday, March 29 at 7pm in the Sanctuary for the Special Council on Human Sexuality and the RCA. A council of 72 members of the RCA is meeting in Chicago in April to help our denomination seek a way forward together on issues of human sexuality. Congregations and individuals are invited to participate in the 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting leading up to the council. Daily devotions are available at the Welcome Center and online (www.rca.org/21daysignup) to guide you. 
• College Care Packages – We will be sending out care packages to college students in the month of April. If you are a student or a parent of a student who would like to receive a package please email Bryce the student's name and college address.
• 2016 Consistory Nominees – The Nominating Committee is pleased to present this slate of nominees to serve on Fellowship's Consistory. Lots will be drawn on April 3 to determine a single slate, which will be voted on at the Congregational Meeting on April 24.
  • MLC Elder (1 selected)- Jason Grant & Kathy Wood
  • CLC Elder (4 selected)– Sandy Alverson, Linda Dalman, Chuck Kulier, Anne Reilly-Clegg, Paul Reynen, Joan Stutman, Nance VanLiere, Lynne Vriesman
  • MLC Deacon (1 selected)- Barb Dobberteen & Susan Timmer
  • CLC Deacon (4 selected)– George Dalman, Nate Dreyer, Heidi Plaggemars, Mike Slager, Mike Thorsby, Aaron Tracy, Bev VanderHill, Bob Vorpagel
• Spring Break Office Hours – In order to allow office staff to spend time with family, the office will be closed April 1 & 8 and open 9am-3pm on April 4-7.
• New Bible Study on Acts – Join Pastor Brian and Dr. John Brogan (Western Seminary) for a 6 week study on the book of Acts. We will do an in-depth exploration of how the Holy Spirit was on the move in the early church and is still on the move in our lives today! Get ready for a wild ride! Wednesday nights in the Gathering Place from 6:30-7:45pm, April 13 thru May 18. Contact Pastor Brian for more information.
• 2016 Summer Trip to Israel-Palestine! – We are returning to Israel-Palestine with Marlin and Josh Vis this summer to host an arts camp AND sports camp in Beit-Sahour (near Bethlehem) July 18-30! Sign up today. Registration ends April 15.
• Discover Fellowship Luncheon Class – Sunday, April 17, 12-2pm. This class is for those who would like to become members or learn more about Fellowship. If you have any questions or to sign up, please contact Mary Veele (616.399.6545  or mike.veele@sbcglobal.net) or the church office. Sign up by Monday, April 11. 
• Health Fair – on Sunday, April 17 at 8:30am-12pm in the gym. The theme is CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. Come get free stuff, info on safety, fun summer programs, Park Township trails and activities, and have fun! Providers will include: Park Township, Red Cross, Miranda events, Hope College, Hospice of Holland, and several more.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• Brahms’ German Requiem – comes to Holland, MI!
  • Learn – The Bible and Brahms’ Requiem. A 3-part presentation by the Rev. Dr. Carol Bechtel. April 6, 13, & 20, 2016 ~ 6:00 to 7:30 PM. First Reformed Church ~ 630 State St.
  • Experience - the Performance by The Holland Symphony Orchestra and the Holland Chorale. April 22 and 23, 2016. Miller Center for the Musical Arts at Hope College. 
• Save the date! – Rehoboth Christian School from Gallup New Mexico is bringing their fifty-five member student choir to Michigan. They will perform at Harderwyk CRC on Monday, March 28 at 7:00.  If you would like to host a couple of students or have more details please contact Mary Johnson at johnson1@unm.edu or 505-870-2454.
• Clothing Give Away – Saturday, April 30, 9am to 12pm. Men's, women's, and children's spring and summer clothing available to ALL at NO charge. Feeding America Food Truck will there at 10am (first come first serve basis; please bring your own containers). Harvest Bible Chapel, Corner of US 31 and Stanton St, West Olive, Michigan. 

Of Special Concern March 27, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship and Sunday School Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W and Sunday School times and room assignments. 
• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – We are collecting "The Great Eight" through the end of May for making breakfast and snack packs:  100% juice boxes, Instant oatmeal packets, Individual serving cereal boxes, Fruit cups, Granola bars, Pudding cups, Fruit Snacks, and Cheese & cracker packets. Thank you! 
• Easter Egg Hunt – will be on March 26, 11am to noon for ages 3 to 10 years old. Please bring your own Easter basket to gather eggs. Meet in the Gathering Place at 11am! Contact Betsy if you are willing to help organize the hunt!

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – Tonight will conclude our sex and relationships series with our guest speaker Mike Van Drie. We would love to have you join us tonight from 6-8pm in the Youth Center.
• Elevate – will not be meeting this Wednesday night. Instead, join in the Lenten Journey any time between 8:30am and 8:30pm on Wednesday or Thursday.
• HSM Garage Sale – Saturday, April 16, 7am-12pm. Congregation, please bring items for the garage sale to the Youth Center thru April 13. All proceeds will go toward the Summer Serve Trip to Rosebud Native American Reservation in SD.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• Lent Devotional – If you would like Lent specific devotions, RCA Lenten Devotionals are available in printed form at the Welcome Center, or by signing up for one of the devotionals available online at: https://www.rca.org/resources/lent-devotions. 

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – tuna fish, instant oatmeal, cereal, hamburger helper, canned chili, vienna sausages, canned spaghetti sauce, and squeezeable jelly. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!
• Community Mission Project – Please consider being a part of our Hand2Hand outreach by signing up for a week from 11:30-1:30 developing relationships with neighborhood kids at Pine Acres Migrant Camp. Weeks available: June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, August 8-12, August 15-19, or August 22-26. We will be partnering with other community agencies to provide lunch, games, arts & crafts, reading books, and a variety of other fun activities. Contact Karen Donker.

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• MARCH 23 & 24 | Lenten Journey – A self paced experience for all ages. Open 8:30am to 8:30pm
• FRIDAY, MARCH 25 | Good Friday Worship – 7pm
• SATURDAY, MARCH 26 | Easter Egg Hunt – 11am  ∙  Ages 3 to 10
• SUNDAY, MARCH 27 | Easter Sunday Worship – 8am ∙ 9:30am ∙ 11am
• This Week's Focus – We Pray for:
  • for all who live with harmful words and shame spoken by others.
  • for all who have been physically hurt by those they should be able to trust, and who experience violence in their homes.
  • for men, women and children who are beaten, tortured or killed by the those in power because of race, faith, ideology or in the wake of war.
  • for those who hold offices of power and who make laws to work decisively toward justice and the basic human rights of all persons.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Community Potluck & Game Night – Wednesday, March 30th at 5:45pm. Please bring sides, salads, and desserts! FRC will provide pulled pork. Bring cards or board games you love, or just come and play! Invite your family and friends too! We'll have some games on hand as weel as a lego center.
• Easter Lilies – If you would like to purchase an Easter lily ($10) in memory of a loved one, please contact the church office by TOMORROW, March 21st. The lilies will be in the sanctuary on Easter Sunday. You may take them home after the 11am service.
• Fellowship Dinner Groups – We invite you to sign up for dinner groups with other FRC members. This will be a great way to get to know others in the church family and have a lot of fun. Sign up at the welcome center to either host or attend. Groups will be divided into manageable sizes to meet from April through May 15. Questions? Email Tammy Keepers at keeperst@westottawa.net
• Prayer Gathering – on Tuesday, March 29th at 7pm in the Sanctuary for the Special Council on Human Sexuality and the RCA. 
• 2016 Consistory Nominees – The Nominating Committee is pleased to present this slate of nominees to serve on Fellowship's Consistory. Lots will be drawn on April 3 to determine a single slate, which will be voted on at the Congregational Meeting on April 24.
  • MLC Elder (1 selected)- Jason Grant & Kathy Wood
  • CLC Elder (4 selected)– Sandy Alverson, Linda Dalman, Chuck Kulier, Anne Reilly-Clegg, Paul Reynen, Joan Stutman, Nance VanLiere, Lynne Vriesman
  • MLC Deacon (1 selected)- Barb Dobberteen & Susan Timmer
  • CLC Deacon (4 selected)– George Dalman, Nate Dreyer, Heidi Plaggemars, Mike Slager, Mike Thorsby, Aaron Tracy, Bev VanderHill, Bob Vorpagel
• Vietnam Vets 50th Anniversary – the city of Holland is putting on a 50th anniversary ceremony April 30th for Vietnam Vets and spouses in Centennial Park with refreshments after at City Hall. If you are a Nam Vet or know one, please email your/their name and address to rfprins@yahoo.com as soon as possible, so the mayor can send a personal invitation. Thank you, Bob Prins!
• Live Simply Jars – Help us bless the Bobb-Kelly’s mission to provide clean water and meals to children in Nicaragua. Extra jars are available in the concourse. All change will be collected during Easter Sunday services.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• Brahms’ German Requiem – comes to Holland, MI!
  • Learn – The Bible and Brahms’ Requiem. A 3-part presentation by the Rev. Dr. Carol Bechtel. April 6, 13, & 20, 2016 ~ 6:00 to 7:30 PM. First Reformed Church ~ 630 State St.
  • Experience - the Performance by The Holland Symphony Orchestra and the Holland Chorale. April 22 and 23, 2016. Miller Center for the Musical Arts at Hope College. 
• Save the date! – Rehoboth Christian School from Gallup New Mexico is bringing their fifty-five member student choir to Michigan. They will perform at Harderwyk CRC on Monday, March 28 at 7:00.  If you would like to host a couple of students or have more details please contact Mary Johnson at johnson1@unm.edu or 505-870-2454.
• Clothing Give Away – Saturday, April 30, 9am to 12pm. Men's, women's, and children's spring and summer clothing available to ALL at NO charge. Feeding America Food Truck will there at 10am (first come first serve basis; please bring your own containers). Harvest Bible Chapel, Corner of US 31 and Stanton St, West Olive, Michigan. 

Of Special Concern March 20, 2016

CHILDREN & FAMILY

Betsy Bruins, Minister of Children and Families, 399-9280, ext.18, bbruins@fellowshipreformed.org
Emily Rosendahl, Children's Ministry Assistant, 399-9280, erosendahl@fellowshipreformed.org

• Children & Worship and Sunday School Information – Please see the calendar on the back of the bulletin for C&W and Sunday School times and room assignments. 
• Sunday School H2H Food-of-the-Month – From now through the end of May, we are collecting "The Great Eight" for making breakfast and snack packs. "The Great Eight" are 100% juice boxes, Instant oatmeal packets, Individual serving cereal boxes, Fruit cups, Granola bars, Pudding cups, Fruit Snacks, and Cheese & cracker packets. Thank you! 
• Easter Egg Hunt – will be on March 26, 11:00 am to noon for ages 3 to 10 years old. Contact Betsy if you are willing to help organize the hunt!

YOUTH

Bryce Vander Stelt, Minister of Youth & Young Adults, 399-9280, ext.23, bvanderstelt@fellowshipreformed.org
Stacey Duensing, Youth Ministry Associate, sduensing@fellowshipreformed.org

• HSM – Tonight will continue with night #2 of our sex and relationships series with our guest speaker Mike Van Drie. Don't worry if you missed last week. We would love to have all high school students join us tonight from 6-8pm in the Youth Center.  
• Elevate – We will meet this Wednesday night from 6:15-7:30 in the Youth Center. All 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students are invited to join us. 
• HSM Garage Sale – will be on Saturday, April 16, 7am-12pm. Congregation members are invited to bring items for the garage sale to the Youth Center between March 20 and April 13. All proceeds will go toward the Summer Serve Trip to Rosebud Native American Reservation in South Dakota. 

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext.14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org

• Lent Devotional – If you would like Lent specific devotions, RCA Lenten Devotionals are available in printed form at the Welcome Center, or by signing up for one of the devotionals available online at: https://www.rca.org/resources/lent-devotions. 

MISSION

Janelle Koolhaas, Interim Minister of Discipleship and Mission, 399-9280, ext. 14, jkoolhaas@fellowshipreformed.org
Karen Donker, Kids Hope USA Director and Hand2Hand Ministries Coordinator, 399-9280, ext. 13, kldonker@fellowshipreformed.org

• Hand2Hand Needs – canned chicken breast, cereal, fruit cups (any variety), tuna fish, pancake mix & syrup, plastic squeeze jelly, canned chili, chicken helper, and fruit snacks. Your donations are greatly needed and appreciated!  Thank you!!
• Community Mission Project – Have you ever wanted to go on a summer mission trip? What if there was an easy and fun way for you to get a mission trip type of experience in our own community? Please consider being a part of our Hand2Hand outreach by signing up for a week of lunchtimes (11:30-1:30 M-F) as we develop relationships with neighborhood kids at Pine Acres Migrant Camp. Available weeks are June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, August 8-12, August 15-19, or August 22-26. We will be partnering with other community agencies to provide lunch, games, arts & crafts, reading, and a variety of other fun activities. Contact Karen Donker for more information.

WORSHIP

Brian Keepers, Minister of Congregational Leadership, 399-9280, ext. 12, bkeepers@fellowshipreformed.org
Jordan Clegg, Minister of Creative Arts, 399-9280, ext. 15, jclegg@fellowshipreformed.org

• SUNDAY, MARCH 20 | Palm Sunday – 8am ∙ 9:15am ∙ 10:45am
• MARCH 23 & 24 | Lenten Journey – A self paced experience for all ages. Open 8:30am to 8:30pm
• FRIDAY, MARCH 25 | Good Friday Worship – 7pm
• SATURDAY, MARCH 26 | Easter Egg Hunt – 11am  ∙  Ages 3 to 10
• SUNDAY, MARCH 27 | Easter Sunday Worship – 8am ∙ 9:30am ∙ 11am
• This Week's Focus – We Pray for:
  • for ourselves, that Christ would keep us awake and watchful in our daily lives.
  • for our church and all churches in the greater Holland/Zeeland area, that we would be a sign of God’s kingdom and united in our witness.
  • for the church everywhere in our nation and around the globe, that God would overcome divisions and make her an instrument of peace to wake up a sleepy and broken world.
  • for our “enemies” who persecute the church, that God would enable us to love them and that the Spirit would change their hearts.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

Lisa Braunius, Interim Coordinator of Congregational Care, 399-9280, ext. 17, lbraunius@fellowshipreformed.org
Linda Hutchison, Parish Nurse, 399-9280, ext. 22, lhutchison@fellowshipreformed.org

• Community Potluck & Fun Night – Wednesday, March 30th at 5:45pm. Join us for the last week of Community Nights and bring a plate to share!
• Flowers in the Sanctuary – are in memory of Bryon Scott Carter who passed away on March 16, 2013. 
• Easter Lilies – If you would like to purchase an Easter lily ($10) in memory of a loved one, please contact the church office NO LATER THAN March 21st. The lilies will be in the sanctuary on Easter Sunday March 27th. You may take the lily home after the last service on Easter.
• Blood Drive – TOMORROW! Monday, March 14th, 2-7pm. 
• Live Simply Jars – During Lent we are collecting change you would otherwise spend on drinks or meals to bless the Bobb-Kelly’s mission in Nicaragua. Their mission is to provide clean water and meals to children. Extra jars are available in the concourse. All change will be collected during Easter Sunday services.
• Let’s Go See the Movie Everybody’s Talking About! – Friday, March 18 to see Risen. You’ll experience God’s Story in a whole new way! Meet at the church at 6:30pm for pizza and fellowship and then head to Star Theater (movie starts at 7:45pm). Ages 13 and up are welcome.  Sign up with Anna in the office by Thursday, March 17.
• Prison Pen Pals Missional Community – is looking for 3 people to be pen pals. Please contact Lugene Vander Kooi at 616.212.3176 or lugenev@yahoo.com.
• Young Adult St Patrick's Party – This Saturday, March 19, 6:00pm! Whether or not you are Irish, the Young Adult Ministry would like to invite you to help us eat some authentic Irish food. We will also be kicking off our new series Ed's Story. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Bryce Vander Stelt. 
• Vietnam Vets 50th Anniversary – the city of Holland is putting on a 50th anniversary ceremony April 30th for Vietnam Vets and spouses in Centennial Park with refreshments after at City Hall. If you are a Nam Vet or know one, please email your/their name and address to rfprins@yahoo.com as soon as possible, so the mayor can send a personal invitation. Thank you, Bob Prins!

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Second Reformed Church Spring Art Show – featuring works by Joel Schoon-Tanis will run March 20 through June 5. Everyone is invited to attend the show during Open Gallery Hours: Sunday—11:15am to 1pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm. If you have questions, please contact Hope in the Second Church office at 616.772.2153.
• Brahms’ German Requiem – comes to Holland, MI!
  • Learn – The Bible and Brahms’ Requiem. A 3-part presentation by the Rev. Dr. Carol Bechtel. April 6, 13, & 20, 2016 ~ 6:00 to 7:30 PM. First Reformed Church ~ 630 State St.
  • Experience - the Performance by The Holland Symphony Orchestra and the Holland Chorale. April 22 and 23, 2016. Miller Center for the Musical Arts at Hope College. 
• Save the date! – Rehoboth Christian School from Gallup New Mexico is bringing their fifty-five member student choir to Michigan. They will perform at Harderwyk CRC on Monday, March 28 at 7:00.  If you would like to host a couple of students or have more details please contact Mary Johnson at johnson1@unm.edu or 505-870-2454.
• Mindful Aging – Thursday, March 17, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Christ Memorial Church, $4.00 (Includes Lunch), 595 Graafschap Rd. Holland, Entrance D. Join us as Dr. David Sharp, Senior consultant for Trillium Institute, a non-profit advocacy group, addresses the realities of ‘growing old’ and highlights the choices we make that affect both how long we live, and the quality of our lives. CALL 616-820-7482 to reserve a seat, by March 11.
• Clothing Give Away – Saturday, April 30, 9am to 12pm. Men's, women's, and children's spring and summer clothing available to ALL at NO charge. Feeding America Food Truck will there at 10am (first come first serve basis; please bring your own containers). Harvest Bible Chapel, Corner of US 31 and Stanton St, West Olive, Michigan. 

Of Special Concern March 13, 2016