Church News Archive


May Adult Education Offerings

All offerings are scheduled on Sundays from 10-10:45 a.m.
May 2, 9, 16, and 23:

Basic English Catechism class: “Our Faith” led by Barb Hampton >> ESL Room
Centering Prayer led by David Muyskens >> Prayer Chapel
Inductive Bible Study led by Beth Skillen >> COS Living Room
New Members Class (continuation of class that began April 11; concludes May 16) >> Fellowship Room 5

May 2: [...]

United Prayer for Grand Rapids: April 25, DeVos Place

Join Gathering Grand Rapids for a time of united prayer for the city of Grand Rapids. Christians from more than 100 congregations will come together to pray for God’s transformation of our region.
When? Sunday, April 25, 6-8 pm
Where? DeVos Place, downtown (admission is free)
If you are interested in carpooling, meet in the Church of the Servant parking [...]

Discussion of the Belhar Confession: April 11 & 18

Adult education offerings this month include a two-part discussion of the Belhar Confession, which Synod 2009 brought before the denomination for consideration. Synod 2009 also “propose[d] to Synod 2012 the adoption of the Belhar Confession as a fourth confession of the Christian Reformed Church in North America.”
The presentations at COS will be led by guests Victoria Proctor-Gibbs [...]

Volunteer Appreciation: Sunday, April 25

Let’s thank the 150-200 volunteers who give of their time and gifts to help with Childen’s Worship, Little Lambs, church school, Kid’s Hope, middle and high school youth groups, ESL, etc. Join us in the cafe at 10 am for cake.

Celebrating Louis: Sunday, April 11

Louis Tamminga is giving his “retirement” sermon at COS on Sunday, April 11, and we’ll celebrate this milestone with cake between the morning services. Join us at 10 am in the cafe. Bring a card and place it in the basket!

Holy Week Services

March 28: Palm Sunday, 8:30 and 11:00 am
Our worship begins with a procession of palms. Children, teachers, leaders, parents, and anyone wishing to join the procession: please meet in the café area just before either morning service to receive palms and instructions.
April 1: Maundy Thursday, 7:00 pm
Maundy Thursday is a worship service remembering the upper [...]