The latest news & announcements
HAND 2 HAND IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
Looking for a way to help feed hungry kids in our Community? Hand 2 hand is looking for volunteers to help do that! We have opportunities to help pack bags (Thursday mornings), deliver bags (Wednesday mornings), and pick up food from Feeding America and Hand 2 Hand Central (based on your availability)! Please contact Laura Rottschafer or Cindy Bosman to find out if this would be a great fit for you! (laura.rottschafer@gmail.com) Cindy, (cindyjbosman@yahoo.com)
BUSY BAGS
Do you have a little one with you today? Busy Bags are available in the back of the sanctuary! Grab a bag for your child to enjoy during worship. Please return bags following the service.
NEW GATHERING SPACE AFTER WORSHIP
Starting September 20 and for five weeks, we will have a new gathering space set up in the Mixing Area between doors B and C for those who typically gather following worship in the Gathering Area. This is to accommodate the “From Fragmented to Flourishing” class that will be meeting in the Gathering Place during that time. We hope you will enjoy this new temporary space!
GUYS NIGHT OUT
An outdoor BBQ at the home of Brad & Patti Laninga (6487 147th Avenue) on Thursday, September 24, 6–8 pm. Bring a dish to pass and your own lawn chair. More details will be shared via text and email this week!
LITTLE JUNGLE ADVENTURES
(for kids and parents, grandparents, adult caregivers) meets weekly through October 28 (9:30–10 am / The Jungle). Questions: Connect with Jennie Steketee, Young Families Coordinator
Contact JennieBEGINS MONDAY! LITTLE STEPS – STROLLER AND TODDLER WALK
(for kids and parents/adult caregivers). On Monday, September 14, meet at Entrance B at 9:30 am for a morning of walking, playtime, and snacks for children, with coffee for adults and an opportunity to meet new people. Questions: Connect with Jennie Steketee, Young Families
Contact JennieSHARED TABLE — brought to you by the Growing Young Team
This fall there will again be an opportunity for everyone here at CMC to build intergenerational relationships outside the church walls over dinner. Go to the Event Center for more info or to sign up to be a host or a guest in a home or at a restaurant. Friends are welcome! Deadline is this Sunday, September 13.
BEGINS MONDAY — GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE DUE TO DEATH?
A GriefShare group provides a warm and caring environment, offering you support and encouragement as you journey through your grief. Our next GriefShare group will meet Mondays, September 14–December 7 (6:30–8:30 pm / Green Room, just inside Entrance D).
Sign up with LoriNEW MEMBERS CLASS
Plans are being made for a new members class to be held this fall. Tentative dates are Tuesday evenings, October 27 and November 3 and 10. If you have an interest in exploring what membership at CMC might look like.
Contact LynnVAN DRIVERS ARE NEEDED FOR SUNDAY MORNING HOPE COLLEGE TRANSPORTS
We would like to offer the option to pick up students at Hope’s campus as part of outreach to this community.
Contact DorisCARE AND REPAIR TEAM
Did you know that members of CMC’s Care and Repair Team stand ready to assist you with minor household repairs?
Contact DorisKIDS HOPE MENTORS
Do you want to do something this fall that has purpose? Kids Hope mentors spend one hour each week encouraging a child at Holland West. It’s a simple commitment with lasting impact.
Contact CarrieCRAFTED WITH PURPOSE – A NEW OUTREACH EVENT COMING TO CMC
Monthly, on the 4th Thursday, women from the community and CMC are invited for worship, a Biblical teaching, a guided spiritual practice, and creating a craft (6:30–9 pm / Gathering Place). The first event will be September 24, focusing on the theme REPENT. We will be creating a beautiful, beaded prayer bracelet (all supplies provided). Go to http://www.craftedwithpurpose.co to learn more and to purchase a $15 ticket. Invite your friends!
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER
Weekly from 5–6 pm in the Gathering Place. This Wednesday: spaghetti and meatballs.
SUNDAY CAFÉ
Begins again Sunday, September 20, in the Gathering Place.