The Weekly: 06.10.2026
Here's what's happening around our church this week.

Trisha Iford • Communications Coordinator
June 10, 2026

5 Minute Read
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 Playgroup Starts TODAY! - Looking to get the kids out of the house this morning? Join the Life Team at Hoogland Park from 10:30 AM to noon today (June 10)! It’s the perfect spot for kids to burn off energy while moms catch up and connect. Geared for elementary ages and younger, but everyone is welcome. Can’t make it today? Save the dates for July 15 and August 19! You can find all the details HERE
  • Young Adult Women’s Bible Study - Looking for authentic community and a deeper connection to God's Word? Join other young adult women every Wednesday in the summer at 6:30 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!
Thursday, June 11th
  • Real Life: Chalk Fest - 7th through 12th grade get ready for a fun night of heading downtown Zeeland. See all the fun chalk art and then head back for a time of snacks and a devotion. Parents, drop off and pick up are at the church.
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Friday, June 12th
  • Office is Closed - If you have an emergency and need a pastor please call 616.741.1399
Saturday, June 13th
  • Golf Scramble: Only One Week Away! We are still looking for more golfers to fill the course. Don't have a foursome? Sign up anyway and we'll pair you up! Plus, you don't need to attend our church to play, so feel free to invite your golfing buddies.
Sign up today!
Sunday, June 14th
  • Worship Service - Join us at 9:30 AM for Sunday service in person or online.
  • Second Hour - Age-specific programming at 11 AM. You can search our class options HERE.
Monday, June 15th
  • Real Life: Out in the Wild! - Join us at Lawrence Street Park for 7th–12th graders and families. We'll meet each Monday in June from 10 AM–Noon. Bring water bottles & your own snack. This will be a time for playing and connecting. Check out the details HERE.
Tuesday, June 16th
  • Art Camp 🎨 - We can't wait to welcome our campers as we kick off a fun-filled week of creativity and discovery. Camp begins each morning at 9:00 AM, and we're looking forward to spending the week creating, learning, and having fun together.
  • Summer Book Club - As a reminder, we'll be discussing My Dear Hemlock by Tilley Dillehay and gathering at Helder Park from 7:00–8:30 PM. This is a relaxed, low-commitment opportunity for fellowship and meaningful conversation throughout the summer. Be sure to bring a lawn chair and a water bottle, and there's still time to invite a friend to join you!
Upcoming Events

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  • Golf Scramble - Saturday, June 20 at 4 PM
  • Real Life: Music on Main - 7th - 12th graders join
  • Backyard Bash - Ladies, join us for an evening of fun at the Voetbergs!
  • Summer Celebration - We are looking for Community Groups to sign up to serve treats.
  • Family Camp 2026 - Sign up coming soon! If you want to start your camping weekend early on Thursday in a yurt or a cabin, those spots are limited due to other camping groups. Please contact the office at 616.772.4377 ahead of time if you are interested so we can sort that out before sign-ups open!
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We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer. Here are some things that you could be praying about:

🙏 Art Camp is Just One Week Away! We are getting so excited for camp to start on Tuesday, June 16! Please keep our leadership team and all of our sweet campers in your prayers this week as we finalize all the details. We can't wait!

🙏 Our Church – That we would be a light to those in our community.

🙏 Our Missionaries - We have several missionaries traveling back to the states this summer. Pray for their safety in travel and for a restful time visiting.

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June 10, 2026 • 5 Minute Read
The Weekly: 06.10.2026
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 Playgroup Starts TODAY! - Looking to get the kids out of the house this morning? Join the Life Team at Hoogland Park from 10:30 AM to noon today (June 10)! It’s the perfect spot for kids to burn off energy while moms catch up and connect. Geared for elementary ages and younger, but everyone is welcome. Can’t make it today? Save the dates for July 15 and August 19! You can find all the details HERE Young Adult Women’s Bible Study - Looking for authentic community and a deeper connection to God's Word? Join other young adult women every Wednesday in the summer at 6:30 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! Thursday, June 11th Real Life: Chalk Fest - 7th through 12th grade get ready for a fun night of heading downtown Zeeland. See all the fun chalk art and then head back for a time of snacks and a devotion. Parents, drop off and pick up are at the church.Click Here for More Details! Friday, June 12th Office is Closed - If you have an emergency and need a pastor please call 616.741.1399 Saturday, June 13th Golf Scramble: Only One Week Away! We are still looking for more golfers to fill the course. Don't have a foursome? Sign up anyway and we'll pair you up! Plus, you don't need to attend our church to play, so feel free to invite your golfing buddies.Sign up today! Sunday, June 14th Worship Service - Join us at 9:30 AM for Sunday service in person or online. Second Hour - Age-specific programming at 11 AM. You can search our class options HERE. Monday, June 15th Real Life: Out in the Wild! - Join us at Lawrence Street Park for 7th–12th graders and families. We'll meet each Monday in June from 10 AM–Noon. Bring water bottles & your own snack. This will be a time for playing and connecting. Check out the details HERE. Tuesday, June 16th Art Camp 🎨 - We can't wait to welcome our campers as we kick off a fun-filled week of creativity and discovery. Camp begins each morning at 9:00 AM, and we're looking forward to spending the week creating, learning, and having fun together. Summer Book Club - As a reminder, we'll be discussing My Dear Hemlock by Tilley Dillehay and gathering at Helder Park from 7:00–8:30 PM. This is a relaxed, low-commitment opportunity for fellowship and meaningful conversation throughout the summer. Be sure to bring a lawn chair and a water bottle, and there's still time to invite a friend to join you! Upcoming Events Click on the links for a direct sign-up! Golf Scramble - Saturday, June 20 at 4 PM Real Life: Music on Main - 7th - 12th graders join Backyard Bash - Ladies, join us for an evening of fun at the Voetbergs! Summer Celebration - We are looking for Community Groups to sign up to serve treats. Family Camp 2026 - Sign up coming soon! If you want to start your camping weekend early on Thursday in a yurt or a cabin, those spots are limited due to other camping groups. Please contact the office at 616.772.4377 ahead of time if you are interested so we can sort that out before sign-ups open!See All of Our Upcoming Events!New here? We'd love to connect. Missed a Message? Head to YouTube or our Sermons page on our website to listen to past messages.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: 🙏 Art Camp is Just One Week Away! We are getting so excited for camp to start on Tuesday, June 16! Please keep our leadership team and all of our sweet campers in your prayers this week as we finalize all the details. We can't wait! 🙏 Our Church – That we would be a light to those in our community. 🙏 Our Missionaries - We have several missionaries traveling back to the states this summer. Pray for their safety in travel and for a restful time visiting. 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: See you soon ☀️

Trisha Iford

Communications Coordinator

June 3, 2026 • 5 Minute Read
The Weekly: 06.03.2026
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!!! Young Adult Women’s Bible Study - Looking for authentic community and a deeper connection to God's Word? Join other young adult women every Wednesday in the summer at 6:30 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! Thursday, June 4th Reminder!!! - Don’t miss out on the church-wide Golf Scramble! Sign-ups are live and spots are filling up fast. This event is for absolutely anyone who wants to get outside and have some fun, whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned pro! Click on the post below to see what’s included in the day! 👇👇👇HERE Friday, June 5th Office is Closed - If you have an emergency and need a pastor please call 616.741.1399 Saturday, June 6th 242 Men’s Breakfast - Join the men of First Baptist for a morning of encouragement and bacon! Doors open at 7:30 AM for coffee and mingling, with breakfast served at 8:00 AM. To help our Men’s Ministry team plan for food, please take a moment to sign up today. Feel free to invite a friend or neighbor who is looking for a community of men that love Jesus!Sign Up Here Sunday, June 7th Worship Service - Join us at 9:30 AM for Sunday service in person or online. One of our missionaries, will be sharing with us during the worship service. Communion - During the worship service we will be having communion. Second Hour - Age-specific programming at 11 AM. You can search our class options HERE. Monday, June 8th Real Life: Out in the Wild! - Join us at Lawrence Street Park for 7th–12th graders and families. We'll meet each Monday in June from 10 AM–Noon. Bring water bottles & your own snack. This will be a time for playing and connecting. Check out the details HERE. Tuesday, June 9th Spiritual Reminder - "Let us not become weary in doing good..." Galatians 6:9. There are no events today, just a reminder to keep trusting God's working in the middle of your normal routine today! Upcoming Events Click on the links for a direct sign-up! PlayGroup - The Life Team is hosting summer playgroups at Hoogland Park. Where kids play and moms connect. Real Life: Chalk Fest- 7th - 12th graders join Pastor Jay downtown Zeeland for the Music on the Main and Chalk Fest. A time of hanging out and building community. Summer Book Club - Ladies, we will be reading My Dear Hemlock. If you aren’t signed up there is still time! Art Camp - June 16–18 from 9 to noon. Golf Scramble - Saturday, June 20 at 4 PM Real Life: Music on Main - 7th - 12th graders join Backyard Bash - Ladies, join us for an evening of fun at the Voetbergs! Summer Celebration - We are looking for Community Groups to sign up to serve treats. Family Camp 2026 - Sign up coming soon! If you want to start your camping weekend early on Thursday in a yurt or a cabin, those spots are limited due to other camping groups. Please contact the office at 616.772.4377 ahead of time if you are interested so we can sort that out before sign-ups open!See All of Our Upcoming Events!New here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message "Trusting God’s Working" Pastor Jeremy Cobb | Genesis 40-41 Trusting that God is working is hard, especially when the days turn into weeks, months, and years. But God's timing is designed to build trust and faithfulness in His people. Today we learn this lesson from the life of Joseph. 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: 🙏 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. 🙏 Our Missionaries - We have several missionaries traveling back to the states this summer. Pray for their safety in travel and for a restful time visiting. 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: We will have a special guest speaker. One of our missionarieswill be with us and sharing during the worship service and Second Hour in the Main Street Community class. See you soon ☀️

Trisha Iford

Communications Coordinator

May 27, 2026 • 4 Minute Read
The Weekly: 05.27.2026
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 is Coming! - We have so much going on this summer and a lot of work happening behind the scenes to make it all possible! Make sure to check our website for the most up-to-date information. Subscribing to The Weekly is also a great way to stay in the loop! Thursday, May 28th Bridal Shower for Juliet Viening - Ladies of First Baptist join us as we celebrate Juliet and her upcoming marriage. We are meeting in Room #201 at 6:30 PM. A light dinner and dessert will be provided. If you would like to give to the group gift, please contact Marcy VanEvery at 616.403.8793 Friday, May 29th Office is Closed - If you have an emergency and need a pastor please call 616.741.1399 Saturday, May 30th Reminder! - THREE weeks from today is our annual Golf Scramble. We have limited space so make sure you sign up today! 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: “Cool. Good food. Fun. Nice competition.” –LeviSign Up Here Sunday, May 31st Worship Service - Join us at 9:30 AM for Sunday service in person or online. Second Hour - Age-specific programming at 11 AM. You can search our class options HERE. Real Life: High School - End of year gathering at the Nelson’s! Meet there at 5:00 PM, and pick-up will be at 8:00 PM. Dinner is provided. Bring chips or a sweet treat to share. Monday, June 1st Real Life: Out in the Wild! - Join us at Lawrence Street Park for 7th–12th graders and families. We'll meet each Monday in June from 10:00 AM–Noon. Bring water bottles & your own snack. This will be a time for playing and connecting. Tuesday, June 2nd Homeschool Middle School Boys - Meet at 9:30 AM in the Student Ministry Center for a time of discipleship (6th–8th grade). Just a reminder, this will be our last meeting of the season! Upcoming Events Click on the links for a direct sign-up! 242 Men’s Ministry Breakfast - Saturday, June 6th at 7:30 AM PlayGroup - The Life Team is hosting summer playgroups. Where kids play and moms connect. 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. Family Camp 2026 - Sign up coming soon! If you want to start your camping weekend early on Thursday in a yurt or a cabin, those spots are limited due to other camping groups. Please contact the office at 616.772.4377 ahead of time if you are interested so we can sort that out before sign-ups open!New here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message "God With Us, Us With God" Pastor Jeremy Cobb | Genesis 39.1-23 Where is God in our moments of greatest temptation? He is with us. Today we learn from the life of Joseph how God walks with and empowers His people for service. We also learn what it means to walk with God as we face trials and temptations. Listen to last week’s sermon 👇Listen 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: 🙏 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. 🙏 Our Missionaries - We have several missionaries traveling back to the states this summer. Pray for their safety in travel and for a restful time visiting. 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 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 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