The 70×7 Life Recovery-Grand Rapids Program Center remained consistently busy during the Third Quarter 2019 with client intakes, “Changes” Job Readiness Life Skills Training, and our on-going programing. Agencies and probation & parole offices are … Read More
We had twice as many people enter our doors as we had last year
Having started in July has led to a busy and full first semester of ministry. On Halloween, we hosted our 2nd annual Trunk or Treat event. Due to cold and less than ideal weather, we … Read More
They feel welcome, relaxed, and safe
We are really excited about the development of our Alpha Ministry at Monroe Community Church. There are several really encouraging things to share. First, on August 24, MCC hosted an Explore Alpha event that drew … Read More
A new life after coming out of jail
During the months of July till September, the Community Church Outreach team reached out to neighborhood kids through VBS and Fall Kick Off and started Alpha ministry for neighborhood adults. One encouraging story is about … Read More
Pastoral Health
By George Vink, Regional Pastor of Classis Grand Rapids South Classis Grand Rapids South recognized the need to promote pastoral health initiatives as part of its 2011Planning Report. The need was again a focus of … Read More
A God encounter on my driveway
Praise God for the reconciling power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. A young man (24) Dalton who I had a large falling out with over 12 years ago ended up stopping by my house … Read More
Dangerous Faith
Written by Jolene DeHeer I have a confession to make…I am not at all adventuresome. I admit I will never jump out of an airplane (I hate heights), go bungie jumping, or even ride on … Read More
Why send high school students on a mission trip
Written by Arek O’Connell This summer I had the privilege of taking 20 high school students on a mission trip to Compton, CA. Before I moved to Grand Rapids, I worked at a church that … Read More