Calvin Info for week of 4-5-2026 (Easter!)
Calvin Announcements…
Calendar of Events…
Ministries this week…
- Easter Breakfast: today, 8:30 – 9:45 AM.
- Prayer Group: today, 9:30 AM.
- Bible Study: Monday, 1:00 PM.
- Supper House: Monday, 2:45 PM.
- Walking Group: Tuesday, 1:00 PM.
- Wednesdays at Calvin: Wednesday, 6:00 PM.
- Men’s Prayer Breakfast: Thursday, 8:00 AM.
- Friendship Ministry: Thursday, 7:00 PM.
- Book Club: Friday, 10:00 AM.
Offerings of the Day…
- April 5 – Resonate Global Mission: This Easter, you can help Christian Reformed missionaries live out the good news by making a gift to Resonate while your gift will go twice as far! Give today or online at resonateglobalmission.org/Double! Let’s go out with joy in our hearts to join God’s mission!
- April 12 – GEMS Girls’ Club: Devoted to bringing the Good News of Jesus to girls around the world. The mission of GEMS Girls’ Clubs is to help bring girls into a living, dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ. Their vision is to see girls around the world actively/enthusiastically expressing love for God and others—girls equipped, motivated, and passionately engaged in living out their faith. We thank Emily Teusink, Courtney Kingshott, Brittany Bean, Ali Hellman, Sue Milkamp, Amanda Muskovin, Lauren Paquin, for taking on this role here at Calvin Church.
- April 19 – Western Michigan Christian Schools.
Unspecified offering donations will be placed in the General Fund.
- Easter Breakfast will be served until 9:45 AM this morning.
- Early Morning Coffee is available every Sunday starting at 9:00 AM.
- You are invited to join us for Coffee Fellowship in the Family Life Center following worship this morning.
- Next Sunday, we will begin a new series titled, “What’s Next?”. The Scripture will be Acts 1:6-11.
Please take a moment to fill out a Connection Card if you… are new to Calvin; would like more info on a ministry; have a prayer request; or have change in contact info. Connection Cards are located in the pews, at the Info Center (by kitchen), or click the QR code in the printed bulletin. Please place your printed card in the offering plate.
There are Elder and Deacon Nomination forms available at the Info Center or in the church office. Please prayerfully consider who you feel would be a good match for these positions. You may place completed forms in the available baskets. Please complete and turn in by April 12 (extended one week).
Activity Tote Bags are available for kids during worship today and are located in the narthex. Feel free to grab one as you head into worship. Before you leave, please return totes with books/toys.
Spring Life Groups… Sign up today! It’s time to begin our new venture with Life Groups! There are 3 groups to choose from this spring. Which one interests you? See the sign-up sheets in the narthex. Leaders will be available for questions.
The Afternoon Bible Study meets this Monday (tomorrow) at 1:00 PM in the Fireside Room. We are studying the book of Hebrews. It will be streamed live on Facebook and available afterwards for those who are unable to attend or watch the live stream. Bible Study meets on the first and third Mondays of each month. Please join us!
Calvin’s Walking Group meets on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 1:00 PM in the Trinity Health Arena on Western Ave. Join us this Tuesday (April 7)! If you have any questions, see Maryann Wolffis.
Attention Widows & Single Ladies: We will be meeting for our Spring Luncheon at Whitlow’s Forerunner (4610 Airline Rd, 49444) on Friday, April 17th at noon. Please RSVP to Myrna Johnson by Wednesday, April 15th. Hope you can join us!
Attention Middle School students! Our Cedar Point Trip is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17th. All 6th, 7th, 8th grade students are welcome to join us. Grab a permission slip at the Info Center and see Pastor Brian if you have any questions.
Do you have a small “need” such as light yard work, minor home repairs, changing furnace filters/light bulbs, etc.? Could you use an extra set of hands? If so, contact the church office, or your assigned elder or deacon, then someone from our Needs & Deeds Team will be in touch.
Safety Reminder: You will find our AED Defibrillator, First Aid kit, which also includes a blood pressure cuff, dechoker devices, etc. available in the narthex by the back doors. First Aid kits are also available in the kitchen, nursery bathroom, and at the bottom of the main stairway.
Our sanctuary is equipped with an Induction Loop Assistive Listening System. To utilize, switch your hearing aid, cochlear implant, tactile device to “T” (Telephone) or contact your provider for assistance.
Another way to give at Calvin is through VENMO. Go to our website, calvin-crc.org, click on the GIVE tab and follow the steps. Or go to your Venmo app, search for the Profile Name, Calvin-Muskegon (make sure it is the correct Calvin by looking for the tree) and follow the steps.
Prayer Opportunities…
Do you have a prayer concern, praise, thanks, or an update? If so, please let us know by filling out a Connection Card (see QR Code above) or you may visit/call/email the church office 231-737-5207 / info@calvin-crc.org so we may lift you and your loved one(s) up in prayer.
Attention Men: You have an open invitation to join us for breakfast at Russ’ Restaurant on Henry St. on Thursday mornings at 8:00 AM and to pray for the needs of the congregation while enjoying Christian fellowship.
Prayer Group meets in the Fireside Room every Sunday morning beginning at 9:30 AM. You have an open invitation to join us as we pray over the following concerns/praises. All ages are welcome!
Please Pray for…
- Bob & Ruth Keessen as Ruth recovers from hip replacement surgery.
- Bill Hyma as he recovers from spinal fractures at Heartwood Lodge.
- Barb Bartkowiak as she continues her battle with cancer.
- Don Fowler, Al & Judy Henderson, along with our other Special Friends.
Praises to Our God for…
- His love (I John 4:7-10), and because of Jesus’ sacrifice we know what love looks like (I John 3:16).
- Family and friends of our church: Dan Best, Brian Dirkse, Sheryl VanAndel, Ted Hewitt, Linda Gould, Reuben Veen.
Moment of Thanks…
We are grateful for the overwhelming amount of “gifts/favors” you contributed to these gift bags to our Special Friends. They love being remembered by our Calvin family and it brings much joy to each person. If you wish to deliver one to a friend/relative, please check with Jeanne Maycroft. We appreciate your help in filling and distributing these this week to our friends. Thank you from Hearts & Hands.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who contributed to our Bake Goods Sale Fundraiser for the Youth Group Puerto Rico Trip! Your generosity to these students is so very appreciated as they prepare to spend a week Serving and Learning this summer.
Opportunities to Serve…
We could use your help! Are you interested in helping tear-down/ set-up the Family Life Center for worship during construction? We aren’t sure what this will all entail yet, but if you are at all interested, please add your name to the list on the bulletin board by the drinking fountain.
Each Sunday afternoon when the High School Youth Group meets, we offer the kids snacks. Would you be willing to bring a delicious treat for our High School students? We typically have around 20 kids. You can bring the treats Sunday morning, and Youth Leaders will put the snacks out for Youth Group later in the day. If you are willing, please see the sign-up sheet above the drinking fountain. There are only a couple slots left.
Are you part of a team here at Calvin? We have several teams that would love new members! Here’s a great way to use your spiritual gift(s) and talents.
► Building & Grounds Team
► Children & Youth Ministries Team
► Décor Team
► Fellowship Team
► Mission & Outreach Team
► Praise & Worship Team
► Prayer Team
► Safety Team
► Tech Team
If you would like more info on or would like to join any of these amazing and valuable teams, please see Vickie Curtis in the office.
Requested Announcements…
RightNow Media is a streaming library of the world’s largest biblical video resources for the entire family that inspire faith every day of the week. To sign up, text CALVINCRC to 49775 or click the QR code in the printed bulletin for easy access to the video library anytime, anywhere, browse the content available to you and find series that are relevant to your life. See Vickie in the office, if you have any questions.
Order of Worship…
Rev. Mark Milkamp, leading
Acoustic Guitar: Craig Folger
Piano/Organ: Joni Wagenmaker
Bass Guitar: Erik Bean
Drums: John Konyndyk
Praise Team: Craig Folger, Lucile Hackett, Wendy Hoogstra
Gathering Music
Welcome & Announcements
* Call to Worship
* Song: “It Was Finished Upon that Cross”
* Reading: John 20:13-16
* Songs of Praise & Worship: “Christ Arose”, “Because He Lives”
Children’s Message: Lucile Hackett
Offertory Prayer/Offering of the Day: Resonate Global Mission
Offering
Praise Team Song: “King of Kings”
* Song: “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today”
Faithful Family Verse for April: 1 Peter 1:3-4a
Morning Prayer: John Konyndyk3
Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4
Easter Message: “Raised with Christ”
* Song: “In Christ Alone”
* Words of Blessing
* Closing Song: “Our God Reigns”
* Parting Music
* Please stand if you are able.