Calvin Church info for week of 5/21/2023
Calvin Announcements…
Ministries this Week…
- Kids Church – Outdoors: today during worship.
- Mom’s Bible Study: Wednesday at 1:00 PM.
- Men’s Prayer Breakfast: Thursday at 8:00 AM (Russ’).
- Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry: Friday at 5:00 PM.
Meetings this Week…
- Council: tomorrow at 7:00 PM.
Offerings of the Day…
- May 21 – Missionaries: the Meyer family
- May 28 – Western Michigan Christian Schools
- June 4 – Household Pantry of Calvin: donated household items distributed to those in need in our community.
Unspecified offering donations will be placed in the General Fund.
Next Sunday we’ll begin a new Series titled, “Heroes of the Faith”. The Scripture will be Hebrews 11.
If you are new to Calvin and/or would like more information on a ministry and/or have a prayer concern, please take a moment to fill out a Connection Card located in the pew or at the Info Center and place it in the offering plate.
The following people have been nominated for elder and/or deacon and have accepted the nomination:
Elder Nominees: Dennis Berens, Kathy Hoogstra, Kathy Jansen, Dick Kraft, Gail Kraft, Merlin McPheron, Mike Prince, Tom Shepherd, Vern VanHouten, Steve VerMerris, Paul Wilson, Bill Ypema
Deacon Nominees: Dennis Berens, Ruth Boomer, Lynn Cooper, Kathy Jansen, Steve VerMerris
On Sunday, June 11, 2023, during the Congregational Meeting following worship, we will draw 3 Deacons and 2 Elders by lot who will serve on the Council for the next three years.
Check out our NEW church website! Same info, great new look! Go to calvin-crc.org (Calvin Church Muskegon) to find worship services, bulletin info, children & youth ministries info, Faithful Family Verse of the month, denomination info, and so much more.
Please remember to wear your nametag. If you are in need of one, please let Vickie in the office know by calling 231-737-5207 or emailing vickie.curtis@calvin-crc.org. (lanyard or magnet styles available)
As graduation time approaches, if you will need to borrow tables and chairs, please contact the church office 231-737-5207 to reserve.
Have you taken time to experience our Prayer Trail lately? This wonderful trail was created for our neighbors, community, and church family to share in God’s amazing creation. Please enjoy!
Coming this Summer… Cedar Point Trip for Middle School students (currently in 6th, 7th, 8th grade) on Wednesday, June 21st! More info & Consent Forms available at the Info Center. Pick yours up today!
Attention ladies! Look what’s coming this fall… If interested, please see/contact Courtney Kingshott 616-485-2739 ASAP to sign up!
What: A Women’s Retreat
When: October 13-15
Where: Grace Adventures (Mears, MI.)
Cost: $237 (hotel included)
Speaker: Amy Siefert
Our sanctuary is equipped with an Induction Loop Assistive Listening System. To utilize, switch your hearing aid, cochlear implant or tactile device to “T” (Telephone) or you may need to contact your provider for assistance.
Calvin Church is helping to preserve God’s creation by recycling. There is a list in the kitchen of cleaned/rinsed items that can be placed in two recycling cans or a large Ames can by the dumpster outside. Thanks for pitching in!
We still have a few heavy wood top tables, and they are available for FREE. Please contact Bert VanAndel 231-327-2744 if interested.
Opportunities to Serve
Baby Bottle Blessing is in full swing! By simply filling a bottle with change, bills, or checks you will be helping to change lives and save lives. Please pick up a bottle in the narthex and return it by next Sunday, May 28th. Your support will allow Muskegon Pregnancy Services to provide FREE services to our community. “Your change…will help bring change!”
If you are a high school student or young adult who is interested in SERVing as an intern for SERVE Muskegon this summer, applications are available. See Pastor Brian if you would like to apply.
Attention High School Students! Are you interested in joining us on a SERVE mission trip to Minneapolis, MN this summer? Consent Forms are available at the Info Center. See Pastor Brian for more information.
The Children’s Message sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board by the drinking fountain. Is there a story you’d like to share with our young ones? Children’s Messages are a part of worship on Family Worship Sundays, which means No Children in Worship (Communion Sundays… Holidays… Summertime). Please consider signing up today!
Prayer Opportunities
You have an open invitation to join us for Prayer Group in the Fireside Room every Sunday morning beginning at 9:30 AM as we pray over the following concerns/praises. All ages are welcome!
Please Pray for…
- John & Ellen Rop as John is now in Hospice care.
- John Wickerink as he continues his recovery at American House in Spring Lake.
- Jim Graves as he continues his battle with cancer.
- Paul Bergmann, John & Virginia Dantuma, along with our other Special Friends.
Praises to Our God for…
- The smile on my face, love in my heart, trust in Your Name, and You in my thoughts.
- Family and friends of our church: Nancy Elliott, Andrea Twining, Laken Konyndyk, Bonnie Meengs, Jeane Smit.
Do you have a prayer concern, praise, thanks, or update? If so, please let us know by filling out a Connection Card or you may visit/call/email the church office 231-737-5207/info@calvin-crc.org so we can lift you and your loved one(s) up in prayer.
Attention Men: You have an open invitation to join us for breakfast/prayer at Russ’ Restaurant on Henry St. on Thursday mornings at 8:00 AM as we pray for the needs of the congregation while enjoying Christian fellowship and a wonderful breakfast.
Requested Announcements…
Have you ordered your Unity Tickets yet? Contact Anita Hasper to place your ticket orders by May 31st. Tickets must be paid in full either by check made out to Alive on the Lakeshore or cash, along with providing your name, phone number, email address.
Prayer Guide available… We know prayer is important, both for you as you pray and for the person or cause for whom you pray. Not sure who or what to pray for? Ministries in the CRCNA contribute brief prayer items for each day of the year. Use the Prayer Guide to pray through them each month. Find email sign-up links and printable pages at crcna.org/get-involved/pray.
RightNow Media is a streaming library of Bible Study videos that inspire faith every day of the week. If you would like access to this resource, send Brian a quick email at b_kingshott@yahoo.com and he will get you set up.