MARCH 14, 2021
TODAY
This morning we will have Dan Ackerman as a guest preacher. His sermon titled Living Certainly in Uncertainty will be from John 20:24-31.
The second offering box will be for Cadets.
NEXT SUNDAY
Next Sunday our guest preacher will be Dave Balicki. His sermon titled The Return of the King will be from Luke 19:11-27.
The second offering box will be for Gems.
CHURCH FAMILY NEWS
Floyd Veenstra’s heart surgery went well and he is hoping to return home some time this weekend.
Last week, our neighbors across the street, Megan and David Stebbins, unexpectedly lost their home in a fire. We praise God that everyone, including their dog, are all okay.
I know several of you have asked what we can do. We have decided to partner with West Side Christian School and will be collecting monetary gifts and handwritten cards for this young couple through Friday, March 26 (Cash and checks – to Westend CRC and memo line ‘neighbor’ – may be dropped off at the church office. With all the donations, we will purchase gift cards and some essential items for the family. We want to overflow this basket with love- full of encouragements, prayer, and God’s promises.
* Prayer Line * 453-2288 *
Our prayer line is always available to take your prayer requests, or to listen to prayer updates. After the recorded message, you may leave your prayer needs for our intercessors, who will pray for you. Identifying yourself is optional.
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
During the season of Lent, the church travels with Jesus on the road to the cross. As we prepare to remember our Savior’s betrayal, arrest, suffering, and death, we reflect on what things in our lives we may need to put to death so we can live in the newness of Jesus’ resurrection and ascension. We will mark the weeks of Lent by lighting candles in the sanctuary; these same candles will be extinguished on Maundy Thursday as we remember the crucifixion. May the light of Christ shine more deeply into our hearts as we walk this road with him, revealing the darkness within us and making us new.
In this season of Lent we are going to focus on the light of Christ shining in our hearts. We are challenging kids of all ages to focus on this by doing random acts of kindness, spending time in God’s word and praying. We have put together some fun lent activities for kids that include family devotions, a Lent BINGO activities challenge and postcard making. You may pick up the Lent activity packets for your child again this Sunday or anytime next week you may stop in the office to grab an activity pack.
We will hold a coffee time again this Thursday at 10 am in the Cafe. Please come if you feel comfortable doing so- safe guidelines will be followed. Hope to see you there!
Tuition Assistance for Christian Education: If you have a child who is in Kindergarten – 12th grade and you need financial assistance for tuition, please contact the Church Office. A packet of information will be emailed to you from the Christian Education Ministry Committee explaining the process and qualifications. You will also need to meet with an independent financial consultant. If you have any questions, please contact June Atsma at 616.889.6318 or Vern Groenendyk at 616.784.4299.
Lilies and tulips are available to purchase for Easter. Orders are due with payment by March 21, and can be placed in the box on the table near the mailboxes. Order forms are available near the mailboxes or online: https://forms.gle/gQM9uNYrH7eaWYmt7
Registration is now open for the IF: Gathering 2021 Women’s Event at Westend! Join us on the evening of Friday March 26 for a time of fellowship, praise and remembering that our God is the God of all Hope! The theme this year is “Even IF: Even if the worst happens we won’t lose hope”. Please register here: https://tinyurl.com/3z5j2zs4
Attention Men of all ages! Come join us at church for a Men’s March Madness night on Saturday, March 20. It will be a fun night of watching basketball, eating wings, playing Spike Ball, Can Jam and just hanging out. We will start around 7 pm and feel free to come and go as you need.
Do you like to knit? We are looking for donations of knitted hats again! There will be a box located inside the Café to place your donations.
Retreat weekend cottage rental forms are now available online! If you want to rent a cottage, follow the link below! There will also be paper forms available located at the mailboxes for those who are unable to do it online. Please fill out the form and place it in the box near the mailboxes. All cottages will be awarded randomly! Cottage Rental Forms: https://forms.gle/njMSKb4E1gfQfwS79
There are many opportunities to serve the Lord at Westend Church- no matter your experience or skill set. Check out the opportunities below and prayerfully consider what area would be best for you to plug into!
Tech Opportunities
- Powerpoint Slides
- Audio
- Video
Children’s Ministry
- Nursery and Children’s Worship
Drivers
Please fill out the volunteer form here if you are able to help in any of these areas! Paper forms will also be available at the Welcome Center.
YOUTH
JROCK
We will meet tonight from 6-8pm. We will meet inside so bring a mask & hope to see you there!
Our next activity will be Friday March 19! More details to come
Save The dates: Community Outreach Week (COW) will be June 14-17.
LIFE
We will meet tonight from 6-8pm. We will meet inside so bring a mask & hope to see you there!
Our Next activity will be Saturday 13th . We will be going to Craig’s Cruisers from 6-9pm. Feel free to drop off and pick up students at Craig’s Cruisers or meet at the church at 5:30. We will be back at the church at 9:30pm. Cost is $20- pizza buffet is included!
Save The dates: Senior High Mission Trip will be July 16-24.
THIS WEEK
TODAY – 3/14
9:40 AM Morning Worship
TUESDAY – 3/16
6:30 PM Divorce Care
WEDNESDAY – 3/17
6:30 PM Cadets
6:30 PM GEMS
6:30 PM Women’s Bible Study
THURSDAY – 3/18
10:00 AM Coffee Time
NEXT SUNDAY – 3/21
9:40 AM Morning Worship
5:30 PM Bible Study W/ Dan Kroeze