⛺️ Family Camp 2026!
Mark Your Calendars!

Trisha Iford • Communications Coordinator
May 26, 2026

3 Minute Read

It’s almost time to head out for our favorite weekend of the year! Family Camp is an incredible opportunity for our church family to unplug from the busyness of life, and connect with God and each other in the great outdoors.

Whether you’re looking forward to sitting around the campfire, kayaking on the lake, or just relaxing in nature, there is a place for your family here. Below is all the information you need regarding lodging, activity options, and how to get your family locked in.

🏡 Lodging Details & Pricing

This year, we have cabins and yurts and campsites reserved for our families.

The Cost: There are different costs depending on which spot you lay your head.

• Campsite: $40/night this allows for two tents or a camper and a tent.

• Cabin: $90 for Friday and Saturday, sleeps 12

• Small Yurt: $100 for Friday and Saturday, sleeps 12

• Large Yurt: $140 for Friday and Saturday, sleeps 16

The Accommodations: There are campsites, yurts and cabins available. If you are on a campsite that is more flexible in the days you stay. If you chose a yurt or a cabin those are only available for Friday & Saturday nights. The cost remains a flat fee (depending on which size yurt or cabin you chose) even if your family is only able to stay for one night.

Spots are limited so do NOT wait to sign up!

🧗‍♂️ Rock Wall & Ropes Courses (Optional)

During our stay, we have the opportunity to utilize the camp facility's incredible Rock Wall and Ropes Courses!

The church covers the cost for the ropes course and rock wall, but if you'd like to help us offset that expense, you can make a custom contribution of any amount you choose. This is completely optional, and because it goes directly toward funding camp recreation, please note it is not tax-deductible. If your family isn't able to contribute right now, that is completely okay—we absolutely still want you to participate!

If you register someone in your family for the rock wall or ropes course, please know that you aren't locked in. If you or your children decide at the last minute not to participate, that is completely fine!

📋 How to Register & Pay

To keep our records clean and protect you from accidentally paying the wrong amount, we have split registration into a few quick steps.

Step 1: Submit Your Details

Fill out the main Family Camp Registration form below to let us know who is coming and claim your spot.

Step 2: Submit Your Lodging Payment

Click below to fill out your form and pay your weekend lodging fee. You'll be able to select the exact price for the lodging option you chose! Note: If you are signing up for the rock wall or ropes course, those fees are handled separately from this main lodging form.

Day Camper Registration
Lodging Registration and Payment
Step 3: Add Optional Activity Contribution

If your family is planning to climb and you would like to contribute toward the facility's ropes course and rock wall costs, use the button below to visit our open contribution flow and enter any amount you wish.

Optional Contribution for the Activities


We Can't Wait to See You!

Once your registration payment is received, your spot is officially locked in (even if you can’t contribute to the activities). Keep an eye on your inbox as we get closer to camp for packing lists, arrival times, and our full weekend schedule!


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June 3, 2026 • 5 Minute Read
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May 27, 2026 • 4 Minute Read
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May 26, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
⛺️ Family Camp 2026!
It’s almost time to head out for our favorite weekend of the year! Family Camp is an incredible opportunity for our church family to unplug from the busyness of life, and connect with God and each other in the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking forward to sitting around the campfire, kayaking on the lake, or just relaxing in nature, there is a place for your family here. Below is all the information you need regarding lodging, activity options, and how to get your family locked in. 🏡 Lodging Details & Pricing This year, we have cabins and yurts and campsites reserved for our families. The Cost: There are different costs depending on which spot you lay your head. • Campsite: $40/night this allows for two tents or a camper and a tent. • Cabin: $90 for Friday and Saturday, sleeps 12 • Small Yurt: $100 for Friday and Saturday, sleeps 12 • Large Yurt: $140 for Friday and Saturday, sleeps 16 The Accommodations: There are campsites, yurts and cabins available. If you are on a campsite that is more flexible in the days you stay. If you chose a yurt or a cabin those are only available for Friday & Saturday nights. The cost remains a flat fee (depending on which size yurt or cabin you chose) even if your family is only able to stay for one night. Spots are limited so do NOT wait to sign up! 🧗‍♂️ Rock Wall & Ropes Courses (Optional) During our stay, we have the opportunity to utilize the camp facility's incredible Rock Wall and Ropes Courses! The church covers the cost for the ropes course and rock wall, but if you'd like to help us offset that expense, you can make a custom contribution of any amount you choose. This is completely optional, and because it goes directly toward funding camp recreation, please note it is not tax-deductible. If your family isn't able to contribute right now, that is completely okay—we absolutely still want you to participate! If you register someone in your family for the rock wall or ropes course, please know that you aren't locked in. If you or your children decide at the last minute not to participate, that is completely fine! 📋 How to Register & Pay To keep our records clean and protect you from accidentally paying the wrong amount, we have split registration into a few quick steps. Step 1: Submit Your Details Fill out the main Family Camp Registration form below to let us know who is coming and claim your spot. Step 2: Submit Your Lodging Payment Click below to fill out your form and pay your weekend lodging fee. You'll be able to select the exact price for the lodging option you chose! Note: If you are signing up for the rock wall or ropes course, those fees are handled separately from this main lodging form.Day Camper RegistrationLodging Registration and Payment Step 3: Add Optional Activity Contribution If your family is planning to climb and you would like to contribute toward the facility's ropes course and rock wall costs, use the button below to visit our open contribution flow and enter any amount you wish.Optional Contribution for the Activities We Can't Wait to See You! Once your registration payment is received, your spot is officially locked in (even if you can’t contribute to the activities). Keep an eye on your inbox as we get closer to camp for packing lists, arrival times, and our full weekend schedule!Questions contact Marcy VanEvery

Trisha Iford

Communications Coordinator

May 20, 2026 • 4 Minute Read
The Weekly: 05.20.2026
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!!! Summer Book Club - Ladies, today is your last day to get the group rate discount for our upcoming book club. Go HERE to let us know you want a book. Don’t worry, you will still be able to sign up after today, you will just be in charge of getting your own book. Thursday, May 21st Art Camp Volunteers - We are looking for volunteers for our upcoming Art Camp. It’s okay if you aren’t an artist because we need all kinds of different people to make camp a success. Please sign up HERE to let us know you would like to help out. Friday, May 22nd Office is Closed - If you have an emergency and need a pastor please call 616.741.1399 Saturday, May 23rd Reminder! - Four weeks from today is our annual Golf Scramble. This is for anyone in our church family and a great opportunity to invite friends. Here is what someone had to say about last year's event: “I had so much fun last year, that I’m going to travel two hours, one way, to do it again!” –CarriSign Up Here Sunday, May 24th Worship Service - Join us at 9:30 AM for Sunday service in person. Due to the holiday there will be no livestream. It will still be recorded for audio. Second Hour - No Second Hour due to the holiday weekend! Enjoy family time. Real Life: High School - No Real Life tonight. Enjoy the extra time with family. Monday, May 25th Office is Closed - Happy Memorial Day! Memorial Day Parade & Breakfast - If you are in 7th - 12th grade then you and your family can join Pastor Jay and his family at his house for a fun breakfast and watch the parade. Sign up HERE to let him know you are coming. Tuesday, May 26th Homeschool Middle School Boys - Meet at 9:30 AM in the Student Ministry Center for a time of discipleship (6th - 8th grade). Upcoming Events 242 Men’s Ministry Breakfast - Saturday, June 6th at 7:30 AM Art Camp - June 16–18 from 9 to noon. Golf Scramble - Saturday, June 20 at 4 PM Summer Celebration - We are looking for Community Groups to sign up to serve treats.New here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message "Dreams & Mistreatments" Pastor Jeremy Cobb | Genesis 37.1-36 Sin rarely stems from one decision but from multiple choices made over the course of time. Together, we look at how Joseph goes from being the favored son to a slave and this affects each part of his family. 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 aboutf: 🙏 Art Camp – That the Lord would raise up leaders and volunteers to serve the kids in our church and community. 🙏 Our Church – That we would be a light to those in our community. 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.Give Now Here 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: "God with Us -- Us with God" – Genesis 39 See you soon ☀️

Trisha Iford

Communications Coordinator

May 14, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Dust Off Your Clubs
We are thrilled to announce that our Annual Golf Scramble is officially locked in for Saturday, June 20. Whether you’re a seasoned pro who hits the fairway every weekend, or a casual golfer who just enjoys a beautiful morning out in God’s creation, this event is for you! All skill levels are welcome, and families are highly encouraged to play together (golfers under 16 just need to be accompanied by an adult). Maybe your family hates golf. Consider inviting a coworker, neighbor, or friend to join your group for a fun day on the course! For just $40 per golfer, you get a full day of great golf, awesome fellowship, and a little bit of friendly church competition. Don't have a full team of four ready to go? Don’t let that stop you from signing up! Register as a solo golfer and we will happily match you up with a great group of people. It’s one of the best ways to meet some new faces in our church family. As one of our regulars put it last year: “I had so much fun last year, that I’m going to travel two hours, one way, to do it again.” The Details at a Glance: When: Saturday, June 20 Cost: $40 per golfer Who: Everyone! (Under 16 needs to be with an adult) Dinner will be provided in the cost! Spaces are limited, so grab your friends, coworkers, or family members and lock in your spot today.👉 Register for the Golf Scramble!

Trisha Iford

Communications Coordinator

May 13, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
The Weekly: 05.13.2026
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. Sunday, May 10th 9:30 AM Worship Service - Join us for Sunday service in person or online. Happy Mother’s Day Second Hour - Age-specific programming at 11 AM Real Life: High School - No gathering Wednesday, May 13th Real Life: 7th through 12th grades - 6–8 PM at Upward Bound Ministry Center. Please drop off and pick up at Upward Bound Friday, May 15th Office is closed - If you have an emergency and need a pastor please call 616.741.1399 Saturday, May 16th Single MOMM Event - Sign up HERE to be a blessing. Upcoming Events 242 Men’s Ministry Breakfast- June 6 from 7:30–9 AM Art Camp - June 16–18 from 9 AM to NOON. Sign up HERENew here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message "Joseph: Breaking From Our Past" Pastor Jeremy Cobb | Genesis 30.22–35:22 Is your life story about you or about God? In this past week's sermon, Pastor Jeremy dove into the life of Joseph and how his life was shaped by messiness and a broken home... but God. We all have brokenness in our lives—favoritism, grief, loss, shame, loneliness, and rivalry—but where do we get our needs met? Christ is the foundation, and only He can meet all of our needs. Watch last week’s sermon.Watch OnlineSubscribe To Our Podcast Community Prayer We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer. Here's what our community is lifting up this week: 🙏 Dale Stewart – Conducting several memorial services on May 16th for a child that was tragically killed in their community. Please pray that God will comfort Dale's heart, and enable him to share that comfort with the family and the community. 🙏 Our College Students – The school year is over and it’s a transition time. Grace, peace and clarity. 🙏 Single MOMM Event – That we would be a light in our community to the families connected to Single MOMM. 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. Give Now Here 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. Service: Sundays at 9:30 AM 246 W Main Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464 Next Week: "Joseph: Dreams & Mistreatments" – Genesis 37 See you soon ☀️

Trisha Iford

Communications Coordinator

May 11, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Art Camp 2026
Every summer, we see the same thing: paint-stained fingers and glue-covered tables. But if you look closer, there is so much more happening than just a mess.Sign Up Here Art Camp is about... Creativity: Discovering that we are made in the image of a Great Creator. Confidence: Watching a child realize they can create something beautiful from scratch. Community: Building friendships that go deeper than just sharing a box of crayons. We provide the supplies and handle the cleanup—your kids provide the imagination! Spots are limited. So don’t wait to sign up your child/ren. Be Part of what God is Doing! Not a "Picasso"? No problem! We need more than just artists to make this week a success. We need helpers, snack-planners, and encouragers. Whether you’re leading a station or helping behind the scenes, you’re investing in the next generation and building a foundation of faith and fun. Sign up HERE to let Marcy know you want to join the team.

Trisha Iford

Communications Coordinator