Adults
Prime Timers
(Senior Citizens)
This active group of Seniors will keep you on your toes. Once a month, the Prime Timers get together and check out new sights and places. In the past, Prime Timers have been to AeroMed, Brown Bag to Shipshewana, IN, Detroit Tiger's Game, and the Holland Police Department....just to name a few.
Meets: as announced (once a month).
Leader: Ruth Busscher
Phone: (269) 751-8340
Email: queenbusscher@hotmail.com
Sunday Men's Group
(Graduated Men)
If you have graduated from school, are male, and looking for a way to get connected, try the Men's Group. This solid group of men take a look at the Bible to gain insight into being a son, father, grandfather, and husband of Christ. Come once, come again, it'll be enjoyable conversation centered around God.
Meets: 1st & 3rd Sunday at 7:30 am
Leaders: Dan Bosch and Cris Compagner
Adult Sunday School
(Over 25)
Right after the service, get your education from this informative and engaging seminar. Going through many studies and looking at different perspectives, time periods, sects, and teachings, this Sunday School is sure to have something your looking for.
Meets: Every Sunday at 10:55 am
Leader: Janice VerMerris
Phone: (616) 896-6583
Email: janice@friesianconnection.com
Family Life Ministries
(Adults)
This ministry meets every Sunday for during the Sunday School hour.
Nursery is provided for those who have children to young to be in Sunday School. We hope to see you there.
Meets: Every Sunday at 10:50 AM in The Branch
Leaders: Allison Kruithof & Krista Schout
Voices of Praise
(Adults)
Have a passion for singing? This group of all ages meets to sing and glorify God with praising voices. There is always a need for a soprano, alto, tenor, or bass (and in between too) so come and join the voices of praise for a time to sing and perform.
Meets: Every Sunday at 4:30 pm
Leaders: Beth De Young (Director) & Dawn Van Dam (Pianist)
Phone: Beth (616) 473-0582
Adult Bible Study
(Adults)
Once the evening service is done, this adult group meets to gain a better understanding of the Bible. Studying many different topics and areas, Adult Bible Study is ready to tackle the big topics and discussions of the generations.
A light lunch is always provided. We hope to see you there!!!
Meets: 1st Sundays at 7:15 PM
Leaders: Dale and Shirley Van Omen
Phone: (616) 896-9127
Open Bible Study
(Adults)
Whether single, married, divorced, or widowed this group is sure to have something for you.
A light lunch is provided.
All are welcome to join!
Meets: 1st Sundays at 7:15 PM in The Branch
Ladies' Bible Study
(Adults Ladies)
Meets: 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7:00 PM in The Branch
Fellowship Bible Study
(Adults)
The Fellowship Bible Study Group meets to study God's Word, uphold its members in prayer, encouragement and fellowship, and provide service to our church and community. We meet after church on Sunday evenings, in the basement. A light lunch is provided and all are welcomed to join!
Meets: 3rd Sundays at 7:15 PM in The Branch
Leaders: Dick and Mary Hilbink
Phone: (616) 896-6467
Email: rhilbink@yahoo.com
Ladies' Project Day
(Ladies')
Have projects to finish--Sewing, Arts, Crafts, Quilting, Scrapbooking, etc.? Bring them to ladies project day and get them done. If you don't have a project feel free to come and work on the jean quilt. Come for an hour or stay for the pot-luck lunch, this group of ladies will give you something to talk about and help get those unfinished projects finished!
Meets: 2nd Wednesday at 9:30 AM
Leader: Ruth Busscher
Phone: (269) 751-8340
Email: queenbusscher@hotmail.com
Men's Bible Study
(Adult Men)
Meets: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
Leaders: Pastor Vern Swieringa
Phone: (616) 550.7317
Email: vswier245@gmail.com
Priscilla Circle
(Ladies')
This group of ladies (and men too) gather to study God's Word. Open to any age this group meets as a fellowship of believers by taking a closer look into the Bible with others.
Meets: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 9:30 AM
Leader: Pastor Vern Swieringa
Phone: (616) 550-7317
Email: vswier245@gmail.com
Oakland Oasis
(Everybody)
Gather around and find comfort in the "Oakland Oasis". Open to all, this donation dinner is a way to meet and greet all those in the church. Simply sit down, enjoy a good meal, and strike a great conversation with those in church. Come as often and stay as long as you like at the "Oasis".
Meets: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 5:30 PM
Ladies' Exercise
(Ladies')
Meeting on Tuesdays (as announced) pounds are shed and laughter is high in this energetic group of women.
Meets: Tuesdays at 7:00 PM as announced in The Branch
Leaders: Carrie Bosch, Dawn Van Dam
Phone: (616) 688-5861, (616) 688-5218
Email:pdvandam@gmail.com
Teenagers
Youth Group
(High School)
Do you have teenagers and want them to experience a godly time of interaction? Youth Group is an open conversation about teen struggles and issues while understanding God's role in all of this. With great food, friends, lounge chairs, and bean bags this place is bursting with energy for God and other teenagers.
Meets: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 7:00 PM in The Branch
Leaders: Stacy & Susan Jones / Dave & Tobi Hoeker
Thrive
(Middle School)
Early Teen Ministries (ETM) is geared towards those middle school ages and gives them a place to hang out, make new friends, and more importantly learn more about God. Throughout the year the kids will grow closer to each other while strengthening their relationship with God.
Meets: 2nd & 4th Sundays at 5:45 PM
Leaders: Tom & Brenda Flokstra / John and Heidi Dozeman
Catechism
(Grades 6 - 12)
Right after the morning service, children and teens are encouraged to go to Catechism. This interactive group takes a learning curve towards understanding the Bible. Broken down into smaller groups, Catechism strives to teach, inform, give insight to, and develop skills towards God's word.
Meets: Sundays at 10:45 AM in The Branch
Leaders: Various Leaders (6th, 7th & 8th Grade) Dennis Bosch (9th & 10th Grade),
Pastor Vern (11th and 12th Grade)
Children
Children In Worship
(Ages 3-5)
During the worship service, you have the option of sending your children off to "Children's church" where they will learn about God in a more comprehensible manner. With your children in their own element, you can now stay focused on the message and relax.
Meets: Sundays at 9:50 AM
Leaders: Katie Baker, Pat Van Dam
Sunday School
(3yrs.-Grade 5)
Like Catechism, but geared towards elementary ages, the solid group of leaders hopes to instill Bible stories and messages into children to get them ready for higher learning. Watch your children come home excited about David and Goliath, Noah's Ark, and Jesus' Baptism and you'll be glad you sent your children to Sunday School.
Meets: Sundays at 10:40 AM
Superintendents: Deb Brower, Tara Hilbink
GEMS
(Girls from 2nd Grade - 8th Grade)
GEMS is a fun, energetic way for girls to learn about themselves, others, and above all God! With projects, crafts, and 'girly' plans, this group is ready to give your girl(s) the best learning style for learning about God. Meeting every other week, you can be sure your girls are in a godly environment.
Meets: 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 PM
Head Counselor: Shanna Arendsen
Cadets
(Boys from 2nd Grade - 8th Grade)
Have your boys learn about God through the outdoors and other "manly" characteristics. With strong leadership, this group gives boys a place to enjoy church and crafts that are hands on and engaging. Bring a friend from school or neighbor. Cadets is for all!
Meets: 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 PM in The Branch
Head Counselor: Tom Flokstra
Prime Timers
(Senior Citizens)
This active group of Seniors will keep you on your toes. Once a month, the Prime Timers get together and check out new sights and places. In the past, Prime Timers have been to AeroMed, Brown Bag to Shipshewana, IN, Detroit Tiger's Game, and the Holland Police Department....just to name a few.
Meets: as announced (once a month).
Leader: Ruth Busscher
Phone: (269) 751-8340
Email: queenbusscher@hotmail.com
Sunday Men's Group
(Graduated Men)
If you have graduated from school, are male, and looking for a way to get connected, try the Men's Group. This solid group of men take a look at the Bible to gain insight into being a son, father, grandfather, and husband of Christ. Come once, come again, it'll be enjoyable conversation centered around God.
Meets: 1st & 3rd Sunday at 7:30 am
Leaders: Dan Bosch and Cris Compagner
Adult Sunday School
(Over 25)
Right after the service, get your education from this informative and engaging seminar. Going through many studies and looking at different perspectives, time periods, sects, and teachings, this Sunday School is sure to have something your looking for.
Meets: Every Sunday at 10:55 am
Leader: Janice VerMerris
Phone: (616) 896-6583
Email: janice@friesianconnection.com
Family Life Ministries
(Adults)
This ministry meets every Sunday for during the Sunday School hour.
Nursery is provided for those who have children to young to be in Sunday School. We hope to see you there.
Meets: Every Sunday at 10:50 AM in The Branch
Leaders: Allison Kruithof & Krista Schout
Voices of Praise
(Adults)
Have a passion for singing? This group of all ages meets to sing and glorify God with praising voices. There is always a need for a soprano, alto, tenor, or bass (and in between too) so come and join the voices of praise for a time to sing and perform.
Meets: Every Sunday at 4:30 pm
Leaders: Beth De Young (Director) & Dawn Van Dam (Pianist)
Phone: Beth (616) 473-0582
Adult Bible Study
(Adults)
Once the evening service is done, this adult group meets to gain a better understanding of the Bible. Studying many different topics and areas, Adult Bible Study is ready to tackle the big topics and discussions of the generations.
A light lunch is always provided. We hope to see you there!!!
Meets: 1st Sundays at 7:15 PM
Leaders: Dale and Shirley Van Omen
Phone: (616) 896-9127
Open Bible Study
(Adults)
Whether single, married, divorced, or widowed this group is sure to have something for you.
A light lunch is provided.
All are welcome to join!
Meets: 1st Sundays at 7:15 PM in The Branch
Ladies' Bible Study
(Adults Ladies)
Meets: 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7:00 PM in The Branch
Fellowship Bible Study
(Adults)
The Fellowship Bible Study Group meets to study God's Word, uphold its members in prayer, encouragement and fellowship, and provide service to our church and community. We meet after church on Sunday evenings, in the basement. A light lunch is provided and all are welcomed to join!
Meets: 3rd Sundays at 7:15 PM in The Branch
Leaders: Dick and Mary Hilbink
Phone: (616) 896-6467
Email: rhilbink@yahoo.com
Ladies' Project Day
(Ladies')
Have projects to finish--Sewing, Arts, Crafts, Quilting, Scrapbooking, etc.? Bring them to ladies project day and get them done. If you don't have a project feel free to come and work on the jean quilt. Come for an hour or stay for the pot-luck lunch, this group of ladies will give you something to talk about and help get those unfinished projects finished!
Meets: 2nd Wednesday at 9:30 AM
Leader: Ruth Busscher
Phone: (269) 751-8340
Email: queenbusscher@hotmail.com
Men's Bible Study
(Adult Men)
Meets: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
Leaders: Pastor Vern Swieringa
Phone: (616) 550.7317
Email: vswier245@gmail.com
Priscilla Circle
(Ladies')
This group of ladies (and men too) gather to study God's Word. Open to any age this group meets as a fellowship of believers by taking a closer look into the Bible with others.
Meets: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 9:30 AM
Leader: Pastor Vern Swieringa
Phone: (616) 550-7317
Email: vswier245@gmail.com
Oakland Oasis
(Everybody)
Gather around and find comfort in the "Oakland Oasis". Open to all, this donation dinner is a way to meet and greet all those in the church. Simply sit down, enjoy a good meal, and strike a great conversation with those in church. Come as often and stay as long as you like at the "Oasis".
Meets: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 5:30 PM
Ladies' Exercise
(Ladies')
Meeting on Tuesdays (as announced) pounds are shed and laughter is high in this energetic group of women.
Meets: Tuesdays at 7:00 PM as announced in The Branch
Leaders: Carrie Bosch, Dawn Van Dam
Phone: (616) 688-5861, (616) 688-5218
Email:pdvandam@gmail.com
Teenagers
Youth Group
(High School)
Do you have teenagers and want them to experience a godly time of interaction? Youth Group is an open conversation about teen struggles and issues while understanding God's role in all of this. With great food, friends, lounge chairs, and bean bags this place is bursting with energy for God and other teenagers.
Meets: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 7:00 PM in The Branch
Leaders: Stacy & Susan Jones / Dave & Tobi Hoeker
Thrive
(Middle School)
Early Teen Ministries (ETM) is geared towards those middle school ages and gives them a place to hang out, make new friends, and more importantly learn more about God. Throughout the year the kids will grow closer to each other while strengthening their relationship with God.
Meets: 2nd & 4th Sundays at 5:45 PM
Leaders: Tom & Brenda Flokstra / John and Heidi Dozeman
Catechism
(Grades 6 - 12)
Right after the morning service, children and teens are encouraged to go to Catechism. This interactive group takes a learning curve towards understanding the Bible. Broken down into smaller groups, Catechism strives to teach, inform, give insight to, and develop skills towards God's word.
Meets: Sundays at 10:45 AM in The Branch
Leaders: Various Leaders (6th, 7th & 8th Grade) Dennis Bosch (9th & 10th Grade),
Pastor Vern (11th and 12th Grade)
Children
Children In Worship
(Ages 3-5)
During the worship service, you have the option of sending your children off to "Children's church" where they will learn about God in a more comprehensible manner. With your children in their own element, you can now stay focused on the message and relax.
Meets: Sundays at 9:50 AM
Leaders: Katie Baker, Pat Van Dam
Sunday School
(3yrs.-Grade 5)
Like Catechism, but geared towards elementary ages, the solid group of leaders hopes to instill Bible stories and messages into children to get them ready for higher learning. Watch your children come home excited about David and Goliath, Noah's Ark, and Jesus' Baptism and you'll be glad you sent your children to Sunday School.
Meets: Sundays at 10:40 AM
Superintendents: Deb Brower, Tara Hilbink
GEMS
(Girls from 2nd Grade - 8th Grade)
GEMS is a fun, energetic way for girls to learn about themselves, others, and above all God! With projects, crafts, and 'girly' plans, this group is ready to give your girl(s) the best learning style for learning about God. Meeting every other week, you can be sure your girls are in a godly environment.
Meets: 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 PM
Head Counselor: Shanna Arendsen
Cadets
(Boys from 2nd Grade - 8th Grade)
Have your boys learn about God through the outdoors and other "manly" characteristics. With strong leadership, this group gives boys a place to enjoy church and crafts that are hands on and engaging. Bring a friend from school or neighbor. Cadets is for all!
Meets: 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 PM in The Branch
Head Counselor: Tom Flokstra