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February 26, 2023
Pastor R. Scott Greenway
This Sunday morning we will celebrate the sacrament of communion.

Note: The bread is gluten free.
The church office will be closed on Thursday, March 2 for a staff conference.

Sunday School for  Students in kindergarten through 5th grade will be dismissed during the service to the children's ministry area. Preschoolers may be checked in at the Connection Counter and dropped off at the preschool room prior to the start of the service. 

Preschool Worship - If your child is participating in preschool(ages 3+), please check them in at the Connection Counter on the main floor and walk them downstairs prior to the service.
This Sunday is week 3 of a 12-part evening series entitled Christian Sexuality. Join us from 5-5:45 pm in the sanctuary, during our usual C3 time slot, for teaching videos and discussion times that will speak candidly to many of the challenges we face in our rapidly changing society. Please note that the material is best suited for high school and up.  To facilitate the attendance of younger families we are also providing activities in the gymnasium (with adult supervision) for elementary and middle school age children.

The dates for this special evening series are as follows: 
   Feb.26
   Mar. 5, 19, 26
   Apr. 16, 23, 30
   May 7, 14

Praise & Thanks

  • This morning we will hear a report from Grace Fennema about the short term missions project she and Lacey Miedema, Jeff De Vries, and Jake Proudfit were involved with in Guatamala.

Prayer Requests

  • Wayne and Barb De Kraker are both continuing to recover from major injuries due to a recent serious auto accident. Wayne has been transferred to Mary Free Bed Hospital this past week.  
Faith Promise Missions ~ Corey Van Huizen is working with Redeemer Online Church in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada. He is developing a ministry to reach online viewers to the Redeemer Christian Reformed Church.  He is seeing significant response to their ministry in the past year. Click here to read an update from Corey.
High School Students going to Costa Rica this summer are selling coffee, beverages, and snacks to support their trip. If a student doesn't reach out to you, but you'd still like to support them, click here for a order form. Orders are due March 5!
Do you have a heart for hospitality, a warm & welcoming spirit?

We need you to join the Visitor Champion Team! Visitor Champions serve once every 6-8 weeks on Sunday mornings, welcoming visitors and being a friendly face at the Connection Counter. This is a tangible way to show God's love to our guests at Caledonia CRC.

Contact Michelle Dieleman to learn more. 616-889-7712

The Caledonia CRC Benevolence Fund has made a $2500 contribution to World Renew in support of the earthquake recovery efforts in Turkey and Syria. If anyone feels called to make an additional donation please click the button donate directly to World Renew:
Click Here to Donate to World Renew
Deacons Report

Offerings through January 31, 2023
General Fund (Fiscal Year June 1 – May 31):
Budget:                      $879,066
Collections Received:         $821,638
 
Faith Promise Offerings (Calendar Year):
Pledged:                            $86,680
Collections Received:              $14,112
 
Christian Education (Calendar Year):
2023 Goal:                         $90,000
Collections received:                $6,515

We are honored to welcome The King’s Choraliers to our church on Sunday, March 12 for a special concert at 5 pm.  

The Choraliers, united by a common desire to share their love for Jesus Christ through song, frequently present their message in churches, schools, and prisons. They feature a repertoire of spirituals, anthems, and hymns sung in a variety of styles ranging from classical to contemporary. A free-will offering will be taken at the concert. 

 

 


Hand2Hand is always accepting donations. Please place any donations on the Hand2Hand table in front of the church office
Did you know? Hand2Hand's guiding verse is Psalm 145:15-16 which reads "The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food at the proper time. You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing." (NIV)
If you have any questions please contact Ellen Roodvoets roodvoetsellen@gmail.com or Sarah VanRegenmorter s.vanregenmorter@gmail.com

Little & Loved Baby Essentials Pantry
 
CURRENT NEEDS:
Any Brand Diapers:
Size 4 & 5
Pampers 360 Cruisers:
 Size 4 & 5

Questions? Contact: 
Beth Visser
616-745-9462



The next book club is meeting Wed. March 8 at 1:00pm in the Common Grounds area.  We will be reading The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles. 

Saturday morning men's Bible study group will meet this Saturday at 7:00 am in the Roadside room.  The Saturday men's Bible study group are doing the series “With All Your Heart”.  Each of the lessons are written by Ray Vander Laan.
Each lesson is introduced by him on site as they travel the route of Israel in the wilderness from Mt Sinai to the Promised Land. The study guide is filled with scripture references to give in depth teaching from God’s Word. If you have not yet attended but are interested, talk with Pastor Merle. (616-260-2791).



 
GEMS will meet on Wednesday, March 1 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at church.
Cadets will meet on Wednesday, March 1 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at church.
WiRED will meet TONIGHT from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at church. 
ROOTS will meet on March 19 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at church.

Offering Schedule

February 26 - General Fund/Cadets National
March 5 - General Fund/Faith Promise
March 12 - General Fund/GEMS Local/Special offering during C3 for Kings Choraliers
March 19 - General Fund/CEM
CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE GIVING
Community Announcements

South Christian High School drama presents Willy Wonka on March 2,3 and 4 at 7:00pm and a matinee at 2:00pm show on March 4 at South Christian High School (7979 Kalamazoo Ave., Byron Center) Note: More information regarding tickets will be coming in February on our social media Pages and schs.org.

 

Want to learn more about Caledonia CRC? 
CLICK HERE to fill out our Digital Connection Card!

Let us know how we can serve you! 
CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
9957 Cherry Valley Ave. SE  ~  Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-1512
WEBSITE: caledoniacrc.org
EMAIL: info@caledoniacrc.org

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