Wednesday Nights at Fifth – RESUME September 9
Wednesday Nights at Fifth resume September 9
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Help Wanted – Woodland Drive-In Worship Leader
Woodland Drive-In Worship Leader
This is a part-time position for 8 hours a week that reports to the Woodland Drive-In Pastor.
In consultation with the Woodland Drive-In Campus Pastor and the staff of Fifth Reformed, the Woodland Drive-In Worship Leader is responsible for planning and leading the music at our Woodland Drive-In campus and furthering the mission and work of the church in leading music. The Worship Leader is responsible for helping strengthen the musical worship of the Woodland Drive-In community and help it grow from where it is currently as a purely volunteer ministry.
To express interest in this position, please send a cover letter and resume to resumes@fifthrc.org.
Woodland Drive-In Worship Leader
Sunday Morning Volunteer Opportunity
Are you an early riser? Would you be interested in helping to open Fifth Church one Sunday a month to get the facility ready for Sunday morning services and programs? You would open the church at 8AM and do some light cleaning and set-up throughout the morning until about 12PM. We could use a team of 4-5 volunteers to ensure that every Sunday was covered each month. Please contact Kara Paetschow or Char Bulthuis in the church office (616) 245-9247 if you are interested in learning more about this volunteer opportunity.
Rainforest Cafe VBS – Registration is on a wait list
Volunteer registration is now open for Rainforest Falls VBS. Scan the QR code to sign up and help kids explore the nature of God this summer.
For Participant Registration, click HERE.
Prayer Opportunity
The Prayer team is committed to intercessory prayer. Lifting requests to God for our Fifth and Woodland Drive-In Church bodies and others is a privilege. Prayer requests can be submitted to prayer@fifthrc.org and are confidential to the Prayer Team and pastors. Requests can also be shared with the congregation when indicated. The prayer team is available to pray for requests in person upon request.
2nd Sundays: All are invited to pray for missionaries and other requests after worship. Meet up front, right side.
Men’s Ministry
Men’s Bible Study Tuesday mornings at 9 AM (will be off May 26 – June 30)
Consider joining the Men’s Bible study on Tuesday mornings from 9-10 AM. It is a time of fellowship, prayer, and discussion of God’s Word. We are currently finishing the book of John. If you have questions, please contact Joel Wierenga.
Men’s Breakfast Thursday mornings at 7:30 AM at Anna’s House on the East Beltline. All men are invited to meet for a time of fellowship over a meal. If you have questions, please contact Pastor Brian Telzerow.
Women’s Tuesday Morning Gathering
Women’s Tuesday Morning Gathering meets Tuesdays @ 9:30 AM.
Women’s Tuesday Morning Gathering continues January 6 from 9:30-11 AM in Community Room 1. We will be studying the letters of John. All women are welcome! Text or call Kara Paetschow at 616-514-0157 or Jane Knecht at 616-308-5864 for more information.
Elizabeth/Ruth Circle – Third Tuesday of each month
The Elizabeth/Ruth Circle Bible study meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 9:30 AM, September through June.
June 16 – Lesson 22
New Church Center App
We’re excited to share some updates about our church’s technology, which will help us stay connected, informed, and supported in new ways. Over the past few months, we’ve been working hard to upgrade our database and electronic giving systems. We’ve transitioned to a new platform called Planning Center Online (PCO), which will make our church communications, directory, and giving options simpler and more accessible.
Here are the three key updates that will affect you:
- Church App – We’re launching a new church app, available both on mobile devices and computers.
- Online Directory – Our directory will have a new look and will give you control over what contact information you’d like to share.
- Electronic Giving – We’re moving to a new, secure platform for online giving, making it easier to manage contributions.
Church App: Church Center
We’re thrilled to introduce the Church Center app, which will replace our current mobile app. This app is a significant upgrade, giving you easy access to church news, events, and resources right from your phone or computer. For those who prefer using a computer, the Church Center website version offers the same features as the mobile app.
- To get started with the new app on your mobile device:
- Once installed, open the app and search for “Fifth Reformed Church.”
- If you’re using a computer, simply visit:
- All of these options will also be available on the homepage of the church website.
Online Directory: Community, Secured
Our new online directory within Church Center lets members stay connected safely, as it’s only accessible to others within the church. You’ll receive an email invitation from Fifth Reformed Church to “Join the Directory.”
Once you accept the invitation, you’ll be guided through a quick setup process where you can decide what contact information you’d like to share. Rest assured, only church members will have access to this information, and you can update it anytime. If your whole family is listed in our directory, you’ll also be able to manage contact sharing for everyone in your household.
Electronic Giving: Moving to Stripe
As we transition to the Church Center platform, we’re updating our electronic giving system as well. Our current processor, PushPay, will no longer be active at the end of 2024, so we encourage you to make the switch to Stripe, which integrates directly with Church Center. Both the app and website will include a “Give” option, allowing you to easily make donations or set up recurring contributions.
Like our previous platform, Stripe ensures the highest level of security, with banking-level encryption protecting all your financial information.
Need Help? We’re Here for You!
We understand that changes in technology can be challenging, and we’re here to make this as easy as possible for everyone. If you’d like assistance setting up the new app, joining the directory, or switching to the new giving platform, our team is ready to help. We’ll be offering hands-on support after services over the coming weeks, and you’re always welcome to reach out to our Office Manager, Char Bulthuis, at (616) 245-9247 for additional assistance.
Thank you for your patience and openness as we move forward with these new tools to serve our community better. We’re excited to offer these resources and look forward to growing together!