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Our members who are celebrating
an "Over 80” birthday this month:
Hospitalizations… We pray for our church family who have been
hospitalized or have health concerns: Chris Budden,
Lorna Bylsma, Isaac Schmidt, Carrie Vander Schaaf,
Debbie Hubers, Caleb & Grant Holtrop, Ryan Vander
Sluis, Ruth Heidebrink, Pam De Haan, Gloria Wierda,
Val Dykstra
Sympathy...
We extend our sympathy to the family of Alice Vander Broek as Alice passed away on August 1.
We extend our sympathy to Wanda Kuiken and family in the passing of Wanda’s son-in-law, Elwin Herbst on August 8.
We extend our sympathy to Wanda Kuiken in the passing of Wanda’s sister, Pat Fedders, on Aug 10.
Congratulations…
Congratulations to Jamison & Kaitlin (Van Klompenburg) Van’t Hul in the birth of their son, Jordan James
Thank You Notes
Thank you to all you special people. For prayers, cards, calls, hugs, and food. My days will be hard
since Elwin’s passing but I’m so thankful for friends,
my mom, and family. God is so good.
–Brenda Kuiken Herbst
Thank you for all the cards, phone calls, food, and prayers for our family in the loss of Elwin and my
sister, Pat. I’m so thankful for my church family and
my heavenly Father through these days of sorrow.
– Grandma Wanda
Thank you so much to the Women’s Ministry for the beautiful blanket that we received for Madison!
Such a beautiful keepsake! Thank you to the
women who brought the delicious meals! It was so
nice being taken care of in that way! And finally,
thank you to Pastor Ross & Stacy & Pastor Wick for
visiting us in the hospital! - Brock & Carissa Jensen and family
I would like to thank everyone for all the birthday wishes sent to me on my 94th birthday. I so
appreciate my church family. Thank you. - Marie Maassen
The Banquet—Thank you, one and all, for making serving at The Banquet a big success! We served
304 guests on that Friday night! Again, I received
many comments from the staff at The Banquet on
what a great team you were. Way to go! Good
job, guys and gals! Way to be God’s hands and
feet! It was so neat to see God work again! Thanks
again for coming through and making this night a
great success! There are many stories out there, just
ask someone who went along. Thanks gain for all
your support both with money, time, and above all,
your prayers! - Jerry Vermeer, Mission Committee
We apologize if we inadvertently missed anyone
Bill Mulder
907 5th St SE
Orange City, IA 51041
*Bill will celebrate his 92nd birthday on September 1
55+ Program
September 19—2 PM
Fellowship Hall
Join us on September 19 as
Allyn Anderson of LeMars brings us the
gift of music through guitar & singing
Food & Fellowship to follow!
Dustin Van Der Weide
P.O. Box 256
7815 Apennines Dr.
Fort Riley, Kansas 66442
New Address...
ALICE J. (FOREMAN) VANDER BROEK Mrs. Alice Vander Broek, age 103, of Orange City, passed away on Wednesday, August 1, 2018,
at the Prairie Ridge Care Center in Orange City.
Alice Jeanette was born on July 15, 1915, the daughter of Lou and Jennie (Roghair)
Cleveringa. She was born on a farm near Maurice & was raised on a farm near Alton. She was
baptized in the First Reformed Church in Sioux Center then later joined the Alton Reformed Church,
where she sang in a special ladie’s sextet. She graduated from the Alton High School in 1931.
On February 11, 1937, she married Jacob “Jake” Foreman at her parents’ home near Alton.
They celebrated this marriage, and were blessed with two sons, Merlin and Leland. Together the family
farmed near Maurice for forty years. Following Jake’s death in July of 1977, Alice moved to a home in
Orange City. During that time, she enjoyed many trips with the family. On June 14, 1986, she married
Robert Vander Broek in the Maurice Reformed Church.
Alice was a member of the Maurice Reformed Church, where she taught Sunday school
classes, Vacation Bible School, was a Bible study leader, sang in the choir and mixed quartet, and was
active in the women’s circles. She also enjoyed cooking, especially her lemon pies and fried chicken,
gardening, playing cards and the piano by ear, and traveling, which included Texas, California,
Florida, Holland, Hawaii, and Alaska.
Spending time with her children and grandchildren was especially fun for her, and she loved
visiting and babysitting whenever possible.
Survivors include her two sons and their wives, Merlin and Carol Foreman, of Johnston and
Leland and Jean Foreman, of Fermont, Nebraska; six grandchildren and their spouses, Lisa and Craig
Parker, of Indianapolis, Indiana; Loria and Gary Van Dalen, of Newton; Joel Foreman and Paul
Foreman, both of Fremont; Daniel and Allison Foreman, of Prague, The Czech Republic; and Stephen
and Kelli Foreman, of Kodiak, Alaska; thirteen great-grandchildren; three step-children and their
spouses, Earla and Frank Bracken, of Saratoga, California; Lyle and Rachel Vander Broek, of Peosta;
and Leo and Jody Vander Broek, of Blaine, Minnesota; six step-grandchildren, seven step-great-
grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Newman de Haas, of Silver Spring, Maryland; two sisters-in-law, Wilma
Foreman, of Orange City and Judy Foreman, of Lakewood, California; as well as many special nieces,
nephews, and families.
In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by a grandson, James
Foreman; two brothers and their wives, Ed and Wilmin Cleveringa and Nick and Wilmina Cleveringa;
four sisters and their husbands, Rouvina and Albert Wiekamp; Henrietta and Hilbert Jager; Catherine
and Marian Vander Brake; and Laura Cleveringa; three brothers-in-law, John Foreman; Ed Foreman,
and his wife, Adrianna; and Marvin Foreman; and two sisters-in-law, Marcia, and her husband, “Bud”
Aalbers, and Betty de Haas.
Sunday Evening Worship
We encourage you to come to Sunday evening
worship. When asked “How do we keep our kids
in the church?” The quick reply on Renewing
your Mind was, “Get them to Evening Worship.”
Is it a guarantee? No, but it is a means of grace
that God uses to bring us to a greater
knowledge of Him and “sharpen our axes for the
week.” It’s also a great way to end the Lord’s
day. The schedule for the month is:
September 9—Justin Schrock
September 23—Rev. Steve Breen
September 30—Rev. Carl Klompein If you would like to share special music or know
of someone who would, please contact a
member of the committee.
-Jeff & Cindy Van Der Weide,
Daryl & Donna Muilenburg, Greg Haverdink,
And Mark Van Ommeren
Faith Bible Study
If there are any women that
would like to be a part of Faith
Bible Study, please contact
Arla Korver. Phone—567-4791
Email—[email protected]
ADULT SUNDAY MORNING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Starting this September, there will be various educational opportunities for
adults. Don’t miss out!
“Sermon Series” led by Leonard & Jan Hansen
This group will springboard off of the morning sermon and help to continue to
process what the Lord has revealed to us.
*Meets in Room 9
“Finding I Am” led by Denise Vander Stelt
This ladies Bible Study will examine the teaching of Lysa Ter Keurst. If interested, sign
up at the information booth.
*Meets in the Conference Room
“Growth Group” led by AJ & Lisa Smit
This growth group of young marrieds and singles look at life & how God is moving.
*Meets in the Fireside Room
“Man in the Mirror” led by Stacy Jasper—Starting September 23
This men’s class is a video series based on the book “Man in the Mirror” by Patrick
Morley, and will help men understand the person who stares back at them in the
mirror every morning.
*Meets in the youth leader office across from the Sr. High Youth Room
“It Starts at Home” facilitated by Loren & Shellie Vander Schaaf & Myron & Holly Dekkers
This parenting group is designed to allow parents to connect with
other parents in a Biblical framework. In this class, we will explore
biblical and tangible ways that parents, couples, single parents,
blended families, and grandparents can build a legacy of faith for
their children.
*Meets in the east half of the Sr. High Youth Room
Life Groups are Kickin’ Off!
Get ready for the start of Life Groups! We will be kicking off the year on Sunday,
September 16 with a study called Community by Andy Stanley. As groups go
through the video and questions, Pastor Ross will also be preaching on a
corresponding topic. We look forward to groups getting to know one another and
growing closer to the Lord. Your Life Group leader will be in touch with you
regarding the specific details of when and where your group will be meeting.
If you didn’t get a chance to sign-up for Life Groups in August, you can still sign up anytime before
September 16. Feel free to sign-up online at our church website,
or talk to Marissa Maassen or Don DeKok.
Coming this month is a new worshipping environment at MRC—One church/Two spaces—the
sanctuary and the Refuge. Both worshipping God together at MRC at 9:30.
Why one service, two spaces? Instead of going back to the two service format this fall, the consistory made a decision to try this format for the fall. This new worship opportunity at
MRC allows the congregation to worship together, in the same building, at the same time.
As MRC continues to grow, space is needed for visitors to feel welcome, and this opportunity
also creates a space for growth. Opening up the Refuge allows for more worship space.
What does that mean for you as a member at MRC? Every person at MRC has an opportunity to worship in either the sanctuary or the Refuge each Sunday. However, in order
for space to be made in the sanctuary, we are asking for groups of MRC members to volunteer
to worship for a month or several weeks in the Refuge and possibly in a rotation throughout the
year. It is the goal that both MRC groups stay connected, and are not separate worshipping
bodies.
Will the worship be different? It is the plan for the worship content to essentially be the same in both venues. Starting on Sunday, September 9, there will be a live video feed from the
sanctuary to the Refuge, with some live video from the Refuge also going into the sanctuary.
In the future, it is hoped that there may be live parts of the service in both areas or at varying
times. These details are still to be determined, so stay tuned for more updates. God is at work at
MRC. He is the focus of our worship. Pray for this process, and for God to use our worship and
our church to bring Him praise.
Wednesday Night
Meals
Wednesday night
meals will be starting
this month!
Look to the weekly
bulletin for the menu!
Stitches of Love is gearing up for another
year! We will again meet on the 1st and 3rd
Tuesday of the month from 1:00-5:00 pm,
starting September 18. Anyone is welcome
to come join us! If you can’t sew, that is not
a problem. You can still come and help in
other ways such as choosing fabric, cutting
out various items, or ironing, just to name a
few. If you are interested in seeing and
learning about what we do, feel free to stop
in on any given Tuesday.
Visitors are always welcome!
The mission offering for the month of August was for
Whispers of Love, Hope & Joy, a non-profit organization
started by Pastor Deb Rensink. I had the pleasure of
sitting down to lunch with Pastor Deb to learn more
about her ministry and how Maurice Women’s Ministry
can get involved. Whispers of Love, Hope & Joy helps to
bring the gospel through the gift of healing and
encouragement to women and children who are
affected by IPV (intimate partner violence). The MWM
will be donating $500 to Whispers of Love, Hope & Joy to be used for the start-up
design cost and initial purchase of cloth bags which will be handed out to women
and children in emergency situations at the Family Crisis Center, the bags contain
self care products. Another area MRC and the MWM can help to support this
ministry is through devotionals and bibles for women, families, and children. For the
month of September, I would like to challenge you to go through your personal
libraries and your children’s libraries for donations of nicely used devotionals and
bibles for women, families, and/or children. Many of the women and families have
never read a bible and are not familiar with how to navigate scripture for words of
healing and encouragement, this is where Pastor Deb begins her ministry by
introducing them to the gospel. There is a box located by the church mailboxes
where you may bring your donation of devotionals and bibles. This fall, the MWM
will invite Pastor Deb to speak about IPV and her ministry, Whispers of Love, Hope &
Joy, during an educational evening of women’s fellowship. Date and time to be
determined. - Lana Bruxvoort
The Maurice Women’s Ministry is hosting a bus day trip to Junkstock 2018 Harvest
Edition on Saturday, September 29 in Waterloo, Nebraska! If you love vintage flea
markets and food vendors, then grab your girlfriends and sign up at the information
center to ride the bus to Junkstock! The bus will be leaving at approximately 7:30
am and will return home late that evening. You will have the option of leaving
Jukstock in the afternoon for a trip to the outlet mall for a few hours or staying at
Junkstock all day. No cost to ride the bus—donuts/coffee/juice provided on the
bus in the morning—noon meal will be on your own at the event—supper stop on
the ride home at your own expense. Seating may be limited, so sign up soon!
Generation to Generation
Connecting, caring and sharing God’s Love
Our Sunday School program for students ages 3 all the way through 5th grade will again be
partnering with a grandma/grandpa this year!
The goal of this program is to have generation to generation come together praying and
caring for each other. Do you have time to pray for a classroom of kids? We need you!
Please sign up at the information center or talk to Bonnie Wolf! Thanks!
“Let the little children come to me, and do
not hinder them, for the kingdom of God
belongs to such as these.
We are still in need of teachers!
Please talk to Bonnie Wolf and find out more!
Children & Worship
Children and Worship will begin during our
church service starting mid-October. We are
looking for leaders and helpers for this ministry.
Please contact Bonnie Wolf if you are willing to
bless our 3 & 4 year olds!
Pioneer Club will begin on September 12. Please note
the change in our schedule.
We will be meeting from 6:20-7:30 on Wednesday
nights.
“But you are a chosen people, a royal
priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special
possession, that you may declare the praises
of him who called you out of darkness into his
wonderful light.”
- 1 Peter 2:9
Lunch: Lunch is 2 dozen cookies/bars & 2 two liters of pop/juice
Sept 12 - Jaden Borchers, Mitchell Baartman, Ashlyn Aberson, Cole Venema
Sept 19 - Jenna De Jong, Lilly Doughan, David Vander Zwaag, Logan Feenstra
Sept 26 - Micah Schmidt, Anna Mulder, Karsen Van Oort, Maddie Schwarck
ANNOUNCEMENTS—
Praise Team Sign Up—If you are interested in joining the Jr. GAP or Sr. High Praise Team for
Wednesday Night Refuge Worship (instrumental, vocal, sound), please sign up at the
information center in the Fellowship Hall or in Jon’s office.
Youth Ministry Parents Meeting—September 5 at 7 PM in The Refuge—Youth Group is
right around the corner (begins September 12!). During this meeting, we will go over
the schedule, theme for the year, fill out waiver forms and go over other important
information regarding another youth group season—we encourage all parents to attend! Please contact
Jon Eveland if you are unable to attend, so you may receive the information.
Youth Group Time Change (Beginning September 12) - This fall, we will be starting
with two separate times for Jr. GAP & Sr. High. The new times are as follows:
Jr. GAP—6:20-7:30 PM; Sr. High—7:50-9:00 PM—With this new time structure, we know that there may be
potential challenges that arise regarding transportation, especially for those with multiple children in
different age groups. We want to help alleviate any concerns or stress with this and plan to utilize
carpooling. If you will be needing assistance with transportation for your Jr. GAPpers or Sr. Higher on
Wednesday evenings, OR if you are willing to help with carpooling and are able to give rides home for
students in need, please contact Jon Eveland prior to the Youth Ministry Parents Meeting on September 5
so that the Youth Ministry Team can begin to organize transportation. We want to ensure that all students
are able to participate in Youth Group, and do not want transportation to be a hindrance in students
involvement in Jr. GAP or Sr. High. On another note, we will continue to have Wednesday Night Worship
once a month. More information concerning this will be coming soon!
Sub Sandwich Sales—Our Annual Sub Sandwich Fundraiser is back! These subs are great
to have for a quick lunch, in the field, or you can even freeze them for later. We will be
selling subs beginning on September 5—the forms will be given out at the Youth Ministry
Parents Meeting—with all forms and payments due on Sunday, September 23. This fundraiser supports our
Jr. GAP summer mission trip, which will be Power Connection Minneapolis (July 23-28). Thank you for your
support!
Jr. GAP Ministries
September Birthdays
Breanna Jansma—September 8
Kaden Steckelberg—September 10
Julia Dykstra—September 19
Logan Feenstra—September 22
SCHEDULE: Sept. 5 - Youth Ministry Parents Meeting
Sept. 12 - Jr. Gap Kick-Off
Sept. 19 - Theme Introduction: Who You Say I Am
Sept 26 - I Am Called of God (2 Timothy 1:9)
Sr. High Ministries
Lunch: Lunch is 2 dozen cookies/bars & 2 two liters of pop/juice
Sept 5 - Sierra Borchers, Trevor Leusink, Brooke De Jong, Tyler Aberson
Sept 12 - Jaci Davis, Cali Mulder, Edyn Dekkers, Tye Borchers
Sept 19 - Landon Hofmeyer, Dylan Feenstra, Zach Oolman, Ashley Deinken
Sept 26 - Justin De Weerd, Eric Plendl, Tayce Krogman, Brooklyn Leusink
ANNOUNCEMENTS—
Praise Team Sign Up—If you are interested in joining the Jr. GAP or Sr. High Praise Team
for Wednesday Night Refuge Worship (instrumental, vocal, sound), please sign up at
the information center in the Fellowship Hall or in Jon’s office.
Youth Ministry Parents Meeting—September 5 at 7 PM in The Refuge
Youth Group is right around the corner (begins September 12!). During this
meeting, we will go over the schedule, theme for the year, fill out waiver forms
and go over other important information regarding another youth group season—we encourage
all parents to attend! Please contact Jon Eveland if you are unable to attend, so you may
receive the information.
Youth Group Time Change (Beginning September 12) - This fall, we will be
starting with two separate times for Jr. GAP & Sr. High. The new times are as
follows: Jr. GAP—6:20-7:30 PM; Sr. High—7:50-9:00 PM—With this new time structure, we know that
there may be potential challenges that arise regarding transportation, especially for those with
multiple children in different age groups. We want to help alleviate any concerns or stress with this
and plan to utilize carpooling. If you will be needing assistance with transportation for your Jr.
GAPpers or Sr. Higher on Wednesday evenings, OR if you are willing to help with carpooling and
are able to give rides home for students in need, please contact Jon Eveland prior to the Youth
Ministry Parents Meeting on September 5 so that the Youth Ministry Team can begin to organize
transportation. We want to ensure that all students are able to participate in Youth Group, and
do not want transportation to be a hindrance in students involvement in Jr. GAP or Sr. High.
On another note, we will continue to have Wednesday Night Worship once a month. More
information concerning this will be coming soon!
Sr. High International Summer Mission Trip 2019 Update — Next summer is
the Sr. High’s International Mission Trip! The destination will be revealed in
the next few weeks, so stay tuned!
SCHEDULE: Sept. 5 - Youth Ministry Parents Meeting
Sept. 12 - Sr. High Kick-Off
Sept. 19 - Theme Introduction: Who You Say I Am
Sept 26 - I Am Called of God (2 Timothy 1:9)
“But you are a chosen people, a royal
priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special
possession, that you may declare the praises
of him who called you out of darkness into his
wonderful light.”
- 1 Peter 2:9
September Birthdays
Jacie Van Wyk—Sept. 26
Angelique Schrock—Sept. 27
September Memory Verse
September Welcome Schedule
Morning Service -
Main door - Loren Vander Schaaf
Gym door - Don Van Horssen
NURSERY If anyone would like to be added to the Nursery Volunteer
list, please contact Lisa Smit for more information. Thanks.
Volunteers
Sept 2 AJ & Lisa Smit
Sept 9 Dave & Amanda Dykstra, Svanna Borchers
Sept 16 Michelle Deinken, Katie Koole, Christa VD
Sept 23 Jill Muilenburg, Marcia Cleveringa, Sierra Borchers
Sept 30 Adam & Ashley Maassen, Maddie Schwarck
Sept 2 Jerry Vermeer
Sept 9 Sandy Holtrop
Sept 16 Dan DeVries
Sept 23 Miranda Maassen
Sept 30 Laura Haverdink
PRAYER ROOM - SEPTEMBER
Moments in Missions The special offering for the month of September is:
Area Christian Schools (please mark your check or envelope with “Special” & place in the plate with your offering)
Did you know… there are 42 students from our MRC family that attend a Christian school? Please
consider giving to our local Christian schools with your special offering this month to help support
their tuition.
Another way you can easily support our local Christian schools year round is through the TRIP
program. TRIP stands for Tuition Reduction Incentive Program. This is a program that is used by
many Christian schools in our area. This program is a way to help families earn money for their
tuition. TRIP users purchase gift cards from the school office and can use them at the retailers for
full amount. Each retailer that participates in the program has a certain percentage that they give
to the school. This money goes towards student’s tuition accounts. These gift cards work great for
grocery purchases, gas, clothing, gifts, etc. It is money you would be spending anyway, but
through this program a small portion can go toward tuition expenses as well! Anybody can
participate in this program by setting up an account at an area Christian school. Even if your kids
do not attend one of these schools, you can still set up an account to purchase gift cards, and you
can designate your percentage to be split between the families of Maurice Reformed.
Please keep our students and teachers in your prayers this month as they begin a new school year.
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This past June, Brad shared the following
related to the last school year with First Priority, Pray
for Brad/and his team as they start their new
school year this month.
“I wanted to let you know that we had an
incredible school year with First Priority. We are still
getting numbers in, but as of today 30,733 students
a week were involved in 820 clubs in 41
communities. 3608 students were trained as
leaders for their First Priority club. 9,261 students
committed their lives to Christ, and we are still
counting. We are praying that this number will go
over 10,000…! This year, we developed an app so
students can lead their club from their phone.
We also started Coordinator training online, which
has helped me not travel as much. As you can
see, God has blessed this ministry and our efforts.
We couldn't do it without people like you
that partner with us. 85% of our budget is given by
individuals, so thank you for your willingness to
partner with us financially. There are thousands of
places to give and many worthy causes. I know that
you give generously to many.”
Family update: Josiah is officially a freshman
at the University of Tennessee. We moved him in on
August 17! During Freshman orientation we enjoyed
learning more about the school and are very
excited for him and proud of him. Kaci moved into
our guest room on the last day of school and is
enjoying having her own room and the privacy that
comes along with it. Morgan is also enjoying having
her own room, and has enjoyed lots of swimming
and some friend time so far this summer. George
finished up t-ball and enjoyed swimming lessons. He
can float for 3 seconds by himself! He is also quite
good at getting on his sisters’ nerves. Thanks for your
friendship.
With Hope,
Brad Schelling
Director with First Priority of America
605-351-5078
Follow me on social media
@bradschelling
Local Ministry Partner "Change the campus today and change the world tomorrow"
- Bill Bright, founder of Campus Crusade for Christ
College Outreach at MRC
Over the past several months, there has been a
stirring in our hearts to minister to the students at
Northwestern College. The needs of the students
has been an eye opener! They long for
community, a sense of belonging and the
security of family they leave behind when they
go away to college. We started our journey with
Northwestern College as a host family and it has
been a life changing experience! Our host
student has brought a new dimension to our
family and we will be forever grateful for the
newest 'daughter' in our family. The host family
program gives you the opportunity to open your
home and your hearts to a student at NWC that is
often times far from their real home. As a host
family, you have the chance to open your home
for laundry or meals, encourage your student
throughout the year, attend his or her events,
concerts, games, etc. Most of all, you are able to
love them exactly where they are in life. Its' an
incredibly rewarding experience! If you're
interested to learn more about becoming a host
family, please get in touch with Amber Leusink.
As our relationship grew with our host student, the
urge to minister to more NWC students grew
stronger and stronger. College is a critical time in
a young adults life: the current generation of
college students is the largest since the baby
boom, but the lowest to grow up in church. We
not only wanted to show our love and hospitality
to area college students, but also invite them to
witness the MRC experience! We have something
very special at MRC, and we want everyone to
experience it! Considering 80% of current college
students have never had a significant church
experience, why not show them what we have at
Maurice?! Our dream was dreamed and after
months of planning and coordinating, we hosted
our first event at MRC on August 13th. The
Orientation Staff joined us for an evening of
praise and worship, food, and lots of fun! The "O
Staff" is a group of 36 students who arrive to
college a week early and spend hours of
planning and coordinating to ensure the new
students on campus feel welcome, special and
beloved. We weren't sure how the night would
be received, but it blew our expectations out of
the water!
The praise and worship time led by many
of MRC's praise team members was
amazing...you could feel the Holy Spirit alive
and with us! The students enjoyed worshiping
with us as well as receiving some encouraging
words from Pastor Ross. We were also able to
show the students what MRC does best:
cook! Gary Van Donkelaar spoiled us with
smoked pork loin and the students were served
with love by several of MRC's finest women
doing what they do best: serve and love! The
remainder of the evening was spent
connecting with the students through their
various love languages: personal conversations
around a table, playing dodgeball or 9 Square
in the Family Life Center, and of course, more
eating! We capped the evening with brownie
sundaes and sent the students on their way
back to campus. We didn't want them to
leave and it felt like the feeling was
mutual. The gratitude expressed from the
students was overwhelming: they were so
appreciative of the night we planned for them
and many of them inquired about our Sunday
service!
Beginning August 26th, we
will be offering transportation
to MRC from NWC via our
bus ministry. This is truly a
"Field of Dreams"
moment: "if you build it, they
will come". We are hopeful
many students will take
advantage of this offering
and join us on Sunday's for
worship at MRC! This is a time of growing and
trusting and I encourage you to keep this
ministry outreach in your prayers. MRC is such
a warm and welcoming church family and I
challenge you to be intentional when you see
some younger people joining us on Sunday
mornings. They long for community and a
sense of belonging: welcome them with open
arms and love them right where they are. We
have more events for NWC students in the
planning stages for Labor Day weekend, Fall
break, and beyond! We hope to show the
students our doors are always open and would
love to walk with them in this phase of their life!
-Steve & Amber Leusink
I went to camp at Inspiration Hills July 9th-13th. My counselor was Uncle Aaron. My favorite
thing to do was the zip line, although another fun thing was to play "sleeping lion". This week,
the best thing to eat at camp were the chicken tenders. I liked the visual about Christmas lights
hanging all the time representing the way we can shine all the time for Jesus. - Shaun Leusink
I went to camp at Inspiration Hills from June 18-22. My counselor was Aunt Deinky (Emily
Deinken). My favorite foods were Mac 'n Cheese, pizza, and pancakes. I liked to swim at the
pool even though it rained a lot the week I was there so we only got to go twice. I also liked to
play a game called Giants, Wizards, and Trolls. I want to let my light shine for Jesus by telling
people about Him. My favorite activity was whale watching. It was a really big challenge to
balance. - Alyson Leusink
I went to Discovery Camp July 25-27. Aunt Katie was my counselor. My favorite food was the
BBQ chicken. It was SO yummy! I really liked doing the Amazing Race. My favorite part of that
was frisbee golf. Other fun things we did were the giant slip and slide, zip line, and hamster
wheel. One of our chapel skits was about Christmas in July. There were Christmas lights that
were shining. We learned that we can shine for Jesus all year long, not only at Christmas. I’m
going to shine for Jesus by singing, praying, and helping people. - Tricia Jansma
I went to Wilderness Camp July 23-27. My counselor was Uncle Ted. (I had him last year at
Wilder too!). I really liked playing Wilder Ball. (Kind of like Ultimate Dodge Ball). We did The
Amazing Race. I played ALOT of carpet ball. My favorite food was the pancakes & sausages.
We folded the pancake around the sausage and ate it like a taco. Our chaplain talked about
the story of Mary and Martha. We need to be like Mary and listen to Jesus instead keeping so
busy like Martha. Our theme verse was, “A city on a hill cannot be hidden.” I’m going to shine
my light for Jesus by being kind and a good friend. - Cole Jansma
I went to Discover Camp at Inspiration Hills July 25-27. My counselor was Aunt Hannah.
My favorite parts of camp included the slip n slide and the BBQ chicken. I enjoyed the nature
trails and the bonfire. I learned that God is the Light and I should not be afraid to SHINE HIS
LIGHT BRIGHT! I was reminded that I can shine the light by praising God and telling others about
Him. -Taylor Holverson
I went to Discovery Camp the end of July. My counselor was Aunt Katelyn. My favorite activity
was the scavenger hunt, and I really enjoyed playing the game Concentration 64. I also liked
free time because we had 3 hours to do things like crafts, swimming, games, and lots more.
I learned that God cares about everyone. I want to tell more people about Jesus and act
more Christ-like. -Joslyn Vis
The end of July I went to Discovery Camp. My counselor was Uncle Lucas. My favorite activity
was BB guns, which I got to do during my 3 hours of free time. We also had a campfire with
s’mores while a counselor played his guitar and everyone sang along by the fire and told
stories. I learned more about God during the chapel time. This was my first year at camp.
I loved it, and hope I get to go back again next year! - Cody Vis
I went to Day Camp at Inspirations Hills. My counselor was Aunt Lexi. My favorite activity was
the hunt. My favorite food was tavern. My favorite thing to do was the hunt. What I learned
about God was tell everybody about him, and be the light. - Kendra Baartman
CAMP EXPERIENCES
I went to the Christian Hockey Ministries camp at Blaine, MN in June. I went with 8 other
hockey players from the Sioux Center area. My counselor was Dillon, and we stayed in
dorms located at the National Sports Center, which was right by the ice rink. My favorite
times were when we were on the ice. One of my goalie coaches was Chico Resch, he
was a goalie in the NHL for many years, and he is a strong Christian. When we weren't on
the ice, we were doing other things like playing soccer, and at night we had chapel and
small groups. My favorite food for the week ended up being saltine crackers, cause late
on Tuesday I started feeling sick, and Wednesday morning they called my Mom and Dad
to come and get me from camp. Mom and Dad got a room at a hotel that was right by
the sports complex, and I stayed with them the next couple of nights. By Thursday I was
feeling better to participate in the on-ice activities again. I learned a lot about God this
week, that he is always there for me and will never leave my side. Whenever I play
hockey, I want to do my best and show others that I love Jesus. - David Vander Zwaag
I went to Discovery Camp. I went July 25-27. My Counselor was Aunt Deinky ( Emily
Deinken). My favorite activity was the slip n slide! I liked the spaghetti and bread sticks.
The fun things I did were doing the slip n slide, going on the zipline, singing songs and
learning about God. I learned that God is always with us. He will never leave us. I want to
let my light shine for Jesus by reading the Bible and telling other people about Jesus.
I hope I can go to camp again next year! - Kylee Wielenga
I went to camp at Hidden Acres. It is by Dayton, IA. My favorite camp activity was
Conquest, which is pretty much capture the flag with 8 different teams. My favorite food
at camp was the cinnamon roll waffles. They were amazing. The theme of the camp was
cultivate. It was all about cultivating a good relationship with God. - Landon Hofmeyer
I went to camp at Inspiration Hills at the end of July. My counselor was Aunt Heather. My
favorite activities were the zipline and hamster wheel. My favorite foods were the baked
potatoes and tavern. My favorite song we sang was Days of Elijah. Thank you for all the
notes at camp! - Morgan Cleveringa
I went to camp at Inspiration Hills and my counselor was Uncle Keaton. I enjoyed the
zipline and hamster wheel. I loved the tavern. I want to let my light shine for Jesus when I
get older and have my own kids. I want to raise my kids to love God. Thank you, MRC, for
sending me to camp and writing me letters. - Kennedy Cleveringa
I went to Inspiration Hills Saddle Up Camp. We played games, ate, had chapel, practiced
Safety Knots, walked horses, rode horses, had T.A.W.G. (Time Alone With God), swimming,
got snacks at the canteen, and Oat Time. Our counselor was Emma. I stayed there for 4
nights and 5 days. My favorite part of camp was working with the horses. Thank you for
supporting my camp experience! - Elsie Van Beek
CAMP EXPERIENCES CONTINUED...
“BE JOYFUL ALWAYS, PRAY CONTINUALLY; GIVE THANKS IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES…” 1 THESS. 5:22
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2 9:30 AM Worship Pastor Ross
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Labor Day
4 9 AM Staff 7:00 PM Mission Team Meeting
5 7 PM Youth Ministries Parent’s Meeting in The Refuge
6 8:15-9:00 AM Fellowship Through Fitness
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9 - Sunday School Begins
9:30 AM Worship Pastor Ross— One Church/Two Spaces
5:30 PM worship led by Justin Schrock
10 8:30-9:30 AM Fellowship Through Fitness
6:30 PM Bell Choir
7:30 PM Good News
11 9 AM Staff 6:30 PM Consistory Meeting
12 2 PM Golden Hour 6:20 Jr. GAP Kick off 6:20 Pioneer Club 7:50 Sr. High Kick off
13 8:15-9:00 AM Fellowship Through Fitness
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16 9:30 AM Worship Pastor Ross
10:45 SS
17 8:30-9:30 AM Fellowship Through Fitness 7:30 PM Good News
18 9 AM Staff 1-5 PM Stitches of Love
19 2 PM 55+ Program 6:20 Jr. GAP 6:20 Pioneer Club 7:50 Sr. High
20 8:15-9:00 AM Fellowship Through Fitness
21 6 PM Recycled Teenagers at Nederlanders
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23—Bell Choir 9:30 AM Worship Pastor Ross
10:45 SS 5:30 PM worship led by Rev. Steve Breen
24 8:30-9:30 AM Fellowship Through Fitness
1-4 PM Yarn Connection
7 PM Faith Bible Study
25 9 AM Staff 7-9 PM Yarn Connection
26 6:20 Jr. GAP 6:20 Pioneer Club 7:50 Sr. High
27 8:15-9:00 AM Fellowship Through Fitness
28 29 6:30 AM Elder’s Breakfast
30 9:30 AM Worship Pastor Wick
10:45 SS 5:30 PM Carl Klompein
