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The Weekly: 10.07.2026

Welcome to The Weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Today!!! Wednesday Night Church: Week 4 - We’re excited to see all the kids again tonight at 6:30 PM! As a reminder, please head to the Student Ministry Center on the lower level upon arrival, where our team will guide your kids to their classrooms (ages 2 & 3 go directly to Room #204). This Week’s Memory Verse: Psalm 84:3 “Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may have her young— a place near your altar, Lord Almighty, my King and my God.” Kids be ready to recite your memory verse to your leaders tonight Tonight is Bring a Friend Night, so invite your friends from school, a neighbor or a family member. See you all tonight! Important Note: If you haven’t registered your child yet, or if you are bringing a friend, all children must be registered prior to checking in. You can complete the quick online registration by clicking on the link below.Please Register Your Child/ren HerePsalm 84 Song HerePsalm 84 Thursday, October 8th No Scheduled Events - View our full calendar HERE to see what's coming up! Reminder for 7th & 8th Grade - It may feel like a ways off, but our fall retreat is coming up at Lake Ann. If you have a 7th or 8th grader this year, please consider signing them up. If you are in need of a scholarship, please email Pastor Tom.Register Your Child/ren Friday, October 9th Office is Closed - If you have an emergency and need a pastor please call 616.741.1399 Sign Up Deadline - Ladies, today is the last day to sign up for the Fall Garland Night. Please sign up so we have enough materials for you to join!Sign Up Living Out "Love Your Neighbor" | Partnering with Single MOMM - As a church family, we’ve been focusing on what it truly means to Love Your Neighbor—not just in words, but through action. We have an exciting upcoming opportunity to do just that! We are partnering with Single MOMM, a fantastic ministry dedicated to serving and uplifting single moms in our community. This is a wonderful chance for us to care for their children, and show them the love of Christ in a tangible, practical way. Even if you can only help a few nights, please sign up by clicking the Volunteer button below.Volunteer Saturday, October 10th 242 Men’s Breakfast - Doors open at 7:30 AM for coffee and catching up! Breakfast starts at 8 AM. Don’t forget your Bible. If you haven’t signed up, please do so.Sign Up Sunday, October 11th Prayer Meeting – Join us in Room #206 at 9:15 AM for a brief time of prayer together! Everyone is welcome. Worship Service - Join us at 9:30 AM in person or online. Second Hour - These gatherings help you get plugged into smaller communities to connect and grow in God's Word. Unsure which class to join? Check out the full list HERE. The fall quarter runs from September 13 to November 22 Young Adult Women’s Bible Study - Looking for authentic community and a deeper connection to God's Word? Join other young adult women every Sunday evening at 5:00 PM in Room #201. This is a casual, welcoming space dedicated to studying Scripture together and growing in community. Grab a friend and we'll see you there! Real Life 9–12 - We are headed to Crane’s Apple Orchard for a maze and some treats. Bring $8 for the maze (treats are covered by the church) and meet at the church for drop off and pick up. We will be leaving at 3:30 PM and returning approximately at 6:30 PM. Monday, October 12th Women’s Bible Study: Our study through the book of Philippians meets today, at 9:30 AM and 7:00 PM. We look forward to seeing everyone as we continue studying God’s Word together! Tuesday, October 13th Wedding Shower for Bella Cifuentes - We hope you join us in celebrating Bella and showering her with love as she prepares for her marriage to Stran. If you would like to contribute to the group gift please contact Jen Viening.Bella's Registry Upcoming Events New events are being added frequently, so make sure you are checking the events page to know what’s going on this summer!See All of Our Upcoming Events!New here? We'd love to connect. Fall Garland Night - Ladies, join the Women’s Ministry Team for a night of community, crafting and snacks. Big Life Movie Night - Calling all 2nd – 4th graders, join us for a fun movie night! Ignite: 7th & 8th Grade Retreat - We are headed to Lake Ann for a fall retreat! This Week's Message In Romans 9.1-29, Paul wrestles with a deeply personal questions: If so many Jewish people have not recognized Jesus as Messiah, has God's Word failed? With genuine sorrow for his people, Paul points to the unchanging faithfulness of God. This message explores salvation by grace through faith, Israel's unique blessings and ongoing place in God's purposes, the distinction between spiritual heritage and personal trust in the Messiah, and God's preservation of a believing remnant. We also consider the difficult but hope filled themes of God's sovereignty, mercy, justice, human responsibility, and the Potter's right over the clay. Jeremy Cobb | Romans 9.1–29 In case you missed it or would like to listen again you can watch last week’s sermon 👇Watch OnlineSubscribe To Our Podcast Community Prayer We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer. Here are some things that you could be praying about: 🙏 The Family — Pray for our pastors and leaders within the church. 🙏 The Neighborhood — Pray for our local community, schools, and non-believers. 🙏 The Nations — Pray for our brothers and sisters in Christ around the globe. Submit your own prayer request here. Giving Your generosity makes our work possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest. Quick Update on Card Processing Fees: Starting October 2026, processing fees for debit and credit cards will adjust slightly from 1.9% to 2.3%. 100% Goes to Ministry: As always, donors cover processing fees, so the church never loses a penny of your donation. Our giving platform is not adding a percentage fee or keeping any part of the increase. Fee-Free Alternative: Bank account (ACH) giving is not changing and remains a flat rate of $0.25 per transaction with zero percentage fee. You can update your payment method anytime in your giving account!Click Here to Give Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on , Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Morning Worship: Sunday at 9:30 AM 246 West Main Ave. Zeeland, MI 49464 Next Week: Pastor Jeremy will be sharing “Living Stone or Stumbling Stone” – Romans 9.30–10.21 See you soon ☀️