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April 13, 2025

The Gospel of John 

 

Volunteer Opportunity

Calling all ‘Easter Bunnies,’ ages 16+! This month, the Care Team is looking for volunteers to drop off Easter Baskets the weeks of Monday, April 14 or April 21. You will only be asked to drop off the basket and spend a few minutes visiting. You will be supplied with the basket and the name and phone number of the person you will be visiting. You will call them to make arrangements when to visit according to your mutual schedules. Sign-up sheets are available on the round tables in the foyer TODAY and next Sunday, or put a note in Steve and Robin Michaels’ First file.  Or call 616.635.8453 with questions.

 

Good Friday Service

We at First Baptist are excited to join Immanuel Church and First Baptist of Holland for a combined Good Friday Service on Friday, April 18, 2025, at 6:30 PM at Immanuel Church (325 104th Street, Zeeland, MI). Please join us as we reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, and celebrate His victory over death and sin.

 

Sunrise Service

Join us for the Sunrise Service on Resurrection Sunday celebrating Jesus’ victory. Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 7 AM we will be celebrating under the portico in the North Parking Lot. Coffee will be served. Bring a lawn chair and a cozy blanket, and dress for the early spring chill.

 

Women’s Event - The "I's" Have It

Ladies of First, join us on April 24, from 6:30 - 8:30 PM As part of the First Family, we want YOU to see women's ministry as part of your life! We care about your thoughts and specific needs on how we can connect better with you! YOU ARE important to us!

Sooooo,  Come with a willing heart and your list of ideas for events, Bible studies, service opportunities and ways to engage more women.  We will build up a list of IDEAS and prioritize them.  You can write down your ideas, so you won't even need to speak out loud (unless you want to). Then, we will celebrate our progress with an ICE CREAM bar with delicious toppings and a time of fellowship.  Any woman 16 and older is ENCOURAGED to attend this meeting. Will you please pray about this event? Will you give us the opportunity to get you engaged in women's ministry? If you have questions, feel free to talk with Richele at: 616/422-1093 or via email at: woolagin@gmail.com

 

Baptismal Service

A baptismal service is scheduled for Sunday, April 27.  If you have put your faith in Jesus Christ but have never followed Him in this step of obedience, please contact one of the pastors, call the church office (772-4377), or email the office at office@fbczeeland.org

 

Baptism Class

If you're interested in baptism, please join us for a Baptism Class on April 27, 2025, during the Second Hour. This class is for all ages and will be held in the Auditorium, near the baptistery. We welcome you, and no sign-up is required.

 

Join the Main Street Community!  

Looking for a deeper connection and a place to build community? Our exciting new Adult Connection group, "Main Street," launches on April 27th in Room 206! If you're looking for a "home" during Second Hour, come join us as we dive deeper into the weekly sermon, enjoy enriching fellowship, and lift each other up in prayer. We can't wait to connect with you!

 

A Time to Say Thank You

Our church family will have the opportunity to thank Scott DeWitt, Sunday, April 27th after Second Hour. After 2 years of faithfully serving as the Ministry Apprentice, in the area of youth, he will be concluding his service from his role at First Baptist.

We are deeply grateful for the influence he has had on our youth ministry. His kind heart, love for the Lord and enthusiasm for evangelizing have been a true blessing to our students and leaders alike. He has a genuine care and passion for serving the Lord and students.

We understand that this transition brings a mix of emotions, and we want to honor him with grace and love as he steps into what God has next for him.

 

Please join us by writing a note of encouragement to Scott. Cards are available at the back of the Main Auditorium by the Bibles.  Cards can be put in the Giving Boxes at each entrance.

 

Zeeland National Day of Prayer Event

Thursday 5/1/25 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Zeeland City Hall, Zeeland, MI

Please meet at the front steps of Zeeland City Hall, 21 S Elm Street Zeeland Michigan 49464

The purpose is to agree in prayer with those who will be speaking.

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Sunday School Classes 
The following classes are offered each Sunday:

  • Birth-3 years … Rooms #205 and #207

  • 3-5 years … Room #103 (lower level)

  • Kindergarten and 1st grade … Room #101 (lower level)

  • 2nd-4th grades … Room #105 (lower level)

  • 5th-6th grades … Room #122 (lower level)

  • 7th-8th grades … Room #113 (Student Ministries Center, lower level)

  • 9th-12th grades … Room #113 (Student Ministries Center, lower level)

  • Post High School/Young Adult … Room #112 (inside Student Ministries Center, lower level)

  • Family Life … Room #110 (lower level)

  • Multigenerational … Room#201 (Parlor, main level)

 

Graduation Sunday – May 4

Graduation season is just around the corner and as a church we will like to celebrate those graduating from high school, tech school and/or college.  In order to do this we need:

  • The name of the person graduating

  • The name of the school graduating from  - high school or college

  • A photo of the student (portrait orientation)

  • Their favorite Bible verse

This information can be emailed to Roxanne Kaynor at drkaynor@gmail.com by April 1.  If you have any questions you can also call or text 616.560.2162. 

 

PRAYER FOCUS

Missionaries

      Terri Rascher         

Missionary Children

      Dayton, Dakota, Jakoley and Kenny Stewart        

Elders, Deacons, and Staff

      Ron McIntyre, Elder            

Homebound Worshipper

      Coralee DeJonge    

 

Prayer

We want to pray for your specific needs.  Please call the church office at 616.772.4377 or Email us at prayer@fbczeeland.org.  

Pastor-on-call number … 616.741.1399.

 

This week at FBCZ

Today                 Morning worship

                            Second Hour classes

                            Mission Team Meeting

                            Passover Seder

Tuesday              Red Cross Blood Drive

                            Elders Meeting   

Wednesday        Bible Study and Prayer

                            Worship Team Practice

Friday                  Good Friday Services at Immanuel

Saturday             Gordillo Visitation

 

Looking Ahead

April 20              Resurrection Sunday

                            Sunrise Service – 7:00 am

                            Morning Worship

                            No Second Hour Classes

April 24              Women’s Event – The “I’s” Have It

April 27              Baptism Class

                            Reception for Scott DeWitt

 

2025 Tithes and Gifts

General Fund

Proposed weekly budget                  $11,795

Received last week                              $7,397

Budget deficit year to date             $-35,896

Benevolent Giving

Received last week                                 $373

Received year to date                         $2,881

Faith Promise Mission Giving

Received last week                                 $640

Received year to date                         $7,041

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Tithes and offerings can be placed in the

Worship through Giving boxes located at the back of the auditorium and

at each door of the building.

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