Bulletin Announcements | 3.19.23
PRAYER & PRAISE
Please remember the following church family members in your prayers:
- Glenn A
- Carol DV
- Jose & Kathy F
- Paul & Christopher G
- Carol P
- Kim R
- Don S
- Bennett VV
- Linda VDH
- Kyle W
- Service members Josh P, Brian S, Steph W
Please remember to pray for & reach out to our missionaries. They are the Grimbergs, Lees, Martins, Neeleys & Spalinks. Mailing information can be found on the table in the narthex (included on the list of council & staff info).
Prayer Corner:
“After his suffering, he showed himself to these men and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God.”
Acts 1:3
WORSHIP
Sunday services are livestreamed on YouTube at 9:30 am.
THIS WEEK
In the morning, we will continue a Lenten sermon series called, “Follow Me.” We will consider the second part of the call of Jesus’ first disciples & his call to us today to be transformed into new kinds of people from Mark 8.
In the evening, we will begin listening to & discussing a video-based Bible study based on the book Vanishing Grace by Philip Yancey. Have you ever wondered why people from our culture view Christ’s followers so negatively? Have you ever pondered how we might change that perception? Come discover how we can make the gospel good news again in a cynical culture.
NEXT WEEK
In the morning, we will continue a Lenten sermon series called, “Follow Me.” We will consider the third part and ultimate purpose of the call of Jesus’ first disciples & his call to us today.
In the evening, we will continue listening to & discussing a video-based Bible study based on the book Vanishing Grace by Philip Yancey.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
On Monday, March 27, at 7 pm, we will hold our annual congregational meeting in the sanctuary. The meeting will also be live-streamed via YouTube for those desiring to view & participate from home. Items of business include the selection (by lot) of new church office bearers, discussion of the proposed 2023-2024 operating budget & its approval process, and presentation of the 2023-2024 Mission Support Fund for information.
DISCIPLESHIP
Sunday schoolers, we are done singing for this Sunday school year, so head to classrooms at 11 am. Next week is our last day of meeting.
BIBLE MEMORY CAMP | This week – (no memory due) | Next week – Trophy Day!
WEST MICHIGAN PRAYS 24/7 | This week Thursday, March 23, is Providence’s turn to pray all day in conjunction with the West Michigan Prays 24/7 initiative. If you’d like to claim a spot, please add your name to the list by emailing your name & preferred half-hour window to office@providence-crc.org. Even if a time slot has already been filled, choose whichever works best for you!
CARE & FELLOWSHIP
HELP NEEDED | The projection team is looking for another projectionist to either join the full schedule or be available as a backup. If you’re interested in learning more about this, please contact the office.
LOST & FOUND | There are a number of items on the table in the fellowship hall from the lost & found. Please claim your items by this Monday (March 20). Any items left after that will be donated or tossed.
MEN’S OPEN PICKLEBALL | Guys, head to the gym every other Wednesday night from 8-10 pm for pickleball! Our next night is this coming Wednesday, March 22. This is open to the public & all skill levels are welcome! Contact Jason Boersma with questions.
The Cadets thank everyone for their continued support through pop can donations! As a reminder, we have a convenient donation box next to the Paper Gator in our back parking lot & accept all MI returnable bottles/cans.
If you’d like to receive your quarterly giving statement via email, call or send in your request to Pam DeWitt (616-698-7930, office@providence-crc.org). Hard copy year-end statements will still be distributed every January. Contact your district deacon if you have any questions.
REVIVE | Open AA meetings are held at 7 pm in the loft on Mondays & Wednesdays. Enter via door B by the gym. Contact Ben Kloosterman at 616-299-6228 for more information.
CHURCH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CAP)
Feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, sad or angry because of a family member or friend’s alcohol or substance use, gambling or another compulsion? Is the situation making it hard for you to sleep, eat, focus at work, or manage your responsibilities? Don’t struggle alone. Members of Providence have access to counselors to receive free & confidential help. Contact the office to learn more.