Calvin Info for week of 9-14-2025
Calvin Announcements…
Early Morning Coffee is available every Sunday starting at 9:00 AM.
Join us for Coffee Fellowship in the Family Life Center following worship.
Next Sunday’s Scripture will be Exodus 20:1-21.
Ministries this week…
- Prayer Group: today, 9:30 AM.
- CIW Teacher Orientation: today, after worship.
- High School Youth Group today, 4:00 PM.
- Afternoon Bible Study Monday, 1-2 PM.
- Walkers Group (Grand Haven Boardwalk): Tuesday, 6:00 PM.
- Wednesdays at Calvin: Wednesday, 6-7:30 PM.
- Men’s Prayer Breakfast (Russ’ on Henry): Thursday, 8:00 AM.
Upcoming Events…
- Children in Worship begins Sunday, September 21, during worship.
Offerings of the Day…
- September 14 – Muskegon Pregnancy Services: Empowering clients with medically accurate information, support, knowledge and tools they need to make healthy choices to achieve their dreams and goals.
- September 21 – Western Michigan Christian Schools.
- September 28 – Youth for Christ: A movement that reaches young people everywhere with the hope of Christ. We work with the local church and other like-minded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus who lead by their godliness in lifestyle, devotion to the Word of God and prayer, passion for sharing the love of Christ, and commitment to social involvement.
Unspecified offering donations will be placed in the General Fund.
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 change in contact info. Connection Cards are located in your pew, at the Info Center (by the kitchen), or click the QR code in the printed bulletin. Place printed cards in the offering plate. Thank you!
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.
The September Banners are available in the narthex.
The Afternoon Bible Study will meet tomorrow, September 15th, at 1:00 PM in the Fireside Room. Paul Wilson will again be leading and we will study the book of Joshua. Please plan to join us!
All walkers are welcome to join us this Tuesday, September 9th, at 6:00 PM. We’ll meet at Spring Lake Central Park (Chinook Pier – farmers market parking lot) for a 1.5 to 3 mile walk. FREE parking available. Come, enjoy exploring God’s creation as we get to know each other better. This Is a family friendly event. If you have questions, reach out to Natalie Katerberg 616-638-1955 or Maryann Wolffis 616-328-4678.
Our online church directory (Instant Church Directory) is always updated and available on the app. Do we have your updated info including a photo? Would you like to be added? Feel free to email your additions/changes/photos to info@calvin-crc.org, or leave a note on my desk, or call 231-737-5207. Any questions or instructions on how to download this app, please see Vickie Curtis. Thanks for helping me keep our directory up to date J
Our Needs & Deeds Ministry at Calvin is up and running! If you have a small “need” such as light yard work, minor home repairs, changing furnace filters/light bulbs, please contact the church office, or your assigned elder or deacon. Then, someone from our Needs & Deeds Team will be in touch.
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!
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.
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.
Prayer Opportunities…
Prayer Partner Ministry… Are you willing to pray for a young child or teen at Calvin Church? Do you have a young child or teen that you would like paired with a Prayer Partner? Please contact Henriet Meyers to get yourself or your child signed up or if you’d like more info.
Do you have a prayer concern, praise, thanks, or 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 can lift you and your loved one(s) up in prayer.
Attention Men: You have a special invitation to join us for prayer/breakfast at Russ’ Restaurant on Henry St. on Thursday mornings starting at 8:00 AM as we pray for the needs of the congregation while enjoying Christian fellowship and a wonderful breakfast.
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…
- Bill Hyma as he recovers at Heartwood Lodge.
- Carolyn Ahrens as she recovers from a broken ankle.
- Lucas Thompson as he awaits results from testing (seizures).
- Earl Lewis as he recovers from shoulder replacement surgery.
- Barb Bartkowiak as she continues her battle with cancer.
- Jim Graves as he continues his battle with cancer.
- Nancy Elliott, Don Fowler, along with our other Special Friends.
Praises to Our God for…
- Always being there for us, to help give us peace and comfort.
- Family and friends of our church: John Konyndyk, Bonnie Bannink, Jon Hoogstra, Erin Sova, Naurine McPherson.
Opportunities to Serve…
Do you have an idea for our Fall Life Groups? They’ll be starting mid-October! Life Groups are groups of 8-15 people that will meet for six weeks, once a week. The groups will focus on various areas of ministry, service, faith learning, fellowship, and Biblical understanding. If you have an idea or would like to lead a group, please see Pastor Mark or Pastor Brian.
Praise Team members wanted! Do you play an instrument or like to sing? We would love for you to share your talents with us. See Craig Folger, Worship Director, if you have any questions or if you are interested in joining our team.
High School Youth Group is looking for snack providers! Each Sunday afternoon when we meet, we offer the kids snacks. Would you be willing to bring a delicious treat (doesn’t need to be fancy or even homemade) for the High School students? We typically have 15-20 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. If you have questions, please see Courtney Kingshott.
Want to take a turn sharing a story with our young ones? Children’s Messages are a part of worship on Family Worship Sundays. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board by the drinking fountain. Family Worship Sundays (No Children in Worship) are Communion Sundays… Holidays… Summertime. If you have questions, see Courtney Kingshott.
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, click the QR code in the printed bulletin or text CALVINCRC to 49775 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.
Classis Muskegon is pleased to announce the upcoming presentation from Protect Young Eyes scheduled for October 14th from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at Allen Avenue CRC, 695 Allen Ave., Muskegon 49442. “Mental Health & Tech: Understanding Fabulous and Fragile Brains with Protect young Eyes” should prove to be very informative, insightful, and inspiring for everyone connected to kids. Youth and children’s ministry leaders, parents, grandparents, caregivers, and teachers will benefit from this presentation. Of course, the real beneficiaries are the kids that we care so much about. Childcare is available for kids from babies to age 11 years old. Note that reservations are required through the following link:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/protectyoungeyes/1750404 or use the QR code on the flyer at the Info Center. Contact: muskegonsafechurch@gmail.com with questions.
Order of Worship…
Rev. Brian Kingshott, leading
Acoustic Guitar: Craig Folger Flute: Linda Gould
Bass Guitar: Justin Staley Sound Tech: Dan Wagenmaker, Bill Sorensen Drums: Erik Bean Streaming: Dennis Berens
Piano: Lucile Hackett Projectionist: Chad Sneller, Kevin Dethloff
Praise Team: Craig Folger, Audrey Kingshott, Jessica Russell, Lucile Hackett
Gathering Music: “Run and Run (Christ Is All My Righteousness)”
Welcome & Announcements
* Call to Worship
* Songs of Praise & Worship: “Come People of the Risen King”, “Turn Your Eyes”
Children’s Message: Pastor Mark
Offertory Prayer/Offering of the Day: Muskegon Pregnancy Services
Offering
Song: instrumental
Faithful Family Verse for September: Deuteronomy 31:8
Morning Prayer: John Konyndyk
Message Series: “The Shaping of God’s People”
Scripture: Exodus 14
Message: “Water from the Rock”
Explanation and Profession of our Faith
Prayer, Meditation, and Words of Institution
** We Come to the Table
Thank Offering for Benevolence (envelopes available in the pew)
Song “He Will Hold Me Fast”
* Words of Blessing
* Closing Song: “Happy Birthday”
* Parting Music
* Please stand if you are able.
** If you are unable or uncomfortable please remain seated and an elder will bring Communion to you.