The Weekly: 05.27.2026
Here's what's happening around our church this week.

Trisha Iford • Communications Coordinator
May 27, 2026

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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.” –Levi
Sign 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 👇

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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


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Next Week: "God with Us -- Us with God" – Genesis 39
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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