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From preparing food to sending get-well cards, the people of Fifth Church maintain an attitude of active service to their fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. We have organized groups that cater to the unique needs of us all, as a means to establish and strengthen growing relationships with each other and with God. |
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Prayer Ministries
Prayer Connection
People of Fifth Church with specific prayer needs are encouraged to contact church staff. We record requests on a telephone hotline to make members of the church family aware and updated on the status of people in need of prayer.
Requests may be heard by dialing 475-HOPE.
Email requests to prayerrequests@fifthreformedchurch.org
Contact: Bruce Mulder
Prayer Chain
The people of Fifth Church also pray for each other by way of a chain of requests passed along by e-mail or telephone. Requests are added to the list by calling the church office at 245-9247.
Prayer Ministry Team
Prayers on behalf of Fifth family members with specific needs are offered by a group of adults in between Sunday morning services. Requests are made in person, or by filling out a prayer card in the sanctuary pews. Contact:
Bruce Mulder
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Fellowship Ministries
Community Groups
Groups meet regularly for Bible study, social
activities and prayer. Church and community service is another
focus of small groups. When? Most groups meet on the first Sunday night of each month in homes. Contact:
Bruce Mulder
Explorers
Young couples and families of Fifth Church gather for a variety of activities aiming to explore God through
His word and creation. We take part in small group Bible studies, and come together as a larger group for
quarterly social events and service projects. When? Events held
quarterly. Contact: Brook and Michelle Burg
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New Member Ministries
New Members Classes
People desiring to become part of the Fifth Church family are invited to take classes that introduce our tradition of Reformed faith and detail how you can get involved in the life of the church. Contact: Bruce Mulder
Mentors for New Members
The people of Fifth Church help guide visitors as they go through new members classes. We help transform new faces from guests into family members by helping them develop new friendships. Contact: Bruce Mulder |
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Care Ministries
Hospitality Team
People of Fifth Church gifted in hospitality eagerly welcome visitors into the church and greet you at the doors of the sanctuary on Sunday mornings.
Contact: Church Office: 245-9247, Bruce Mulder
Audio Tape Ministry
Members of the Fifth Church family who cannot take part in Sunday morning worship may ask for an audio tape of the service. We copy tapes and provide them to homebound members and other people who request them.
Contact: Church Office: 245-924, Lavonne Bauer, Pat Terry
Food Services
With the sharing of food a vital part of many Fifth Church ministries, volunteers blessed with organizational skills offer their time to keep our kitchen and equipment in tip-top shape. Contact:
Renae Kindle
Funeral Fellowship
People of Fifth Church gifted in service volunteer to comfort visitors by preparing food for funerals hosted at church. Contact: Bruce Mulder |
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Fifth Reformed Church, 2012 Griggs SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 616.245.9247  |
