Upcoming Events
Past Events
Maundy Thursday service with communion
April 6, 2023, 6 pm
We gathered for a potluck dinner, sang hymns by request, and experienced communion with each other around the tables.
April 6, 2023, 6 pm
We gathered for a potluck dinner, sang hymns by request, and experienced communion with each other around the tables.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
December 24, 11:00 pm
We gather to sing Christmas carols, read scripture and light candles as we welcome the joyous news of Jesus' birth! The bells will ring!
Please join us in-person or online!
December 24, 11:00 pm
We gather to sing Christmas carols, read scripture and light candles as we welcome the joyous news of Jesus' birth! The bells will ring!
Please join us in-person or online!
Thanksgiving Day Worship Service
November 24, 9:30 am
Give thanks to God, for He is good!
We give thanks to God, who has generously given us good gifts. We especially give thanks for the gift of Jesus Christ, our Savior!
November 24, 9:30 am
Give thanks to God, for He is good!
We give thanks to God, who has generously given us good gifts. We especially give thanks for the gift of Jesus Christ, our Savior!
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Small Groups: It’s time once again to get Small Groups started. Please mark your calendar for Wednesday, September 7th for the fall kickoff meeting, we plan to meet at 7:00 PM. At the kickoff meeting we will set up small groups for the first book. All of the groups will study the same book “Forerunners of the Faith” by John MacArthur. There is a Sign-Up sheet in the Fellowship Hall, so please sign up so that we know how many books to purchase. If you have questions, please contact Ross Falkowski or Molly Smit.
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Church Picnic - August 21 following the service (on the green space, or in fellowship hall in case of rain). Pork BBQ by Gary Hedrick!! We’ll supply the tableware, coffee and water. If possible, please bring a dessert, salad or other side to share.
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Traditional Christmas Eve Service
December 24, 11:00 pm
Sing carols, hear the Christmas story, and light candles. At midnight, the old steeple bell is rung to usher in Christmas Day.
Soup & Salad Supper
Thursday, October 21, 6:00 pm
Let's get together for fellowship, wonderful food and conversation!
Please sign up in Fellowship Hall, or, send us an email
Thursday, October 21, 6:00 pm
Let's get together for fellowship, wonderful food and conversation!
Please sign up in Fellowship Hall, or, send us an email
Donuts and Devōs!
(aka: Treats and Devotions)
Saturday, October 16, 6:30 pm
Around a fire in the parking lot. Bring your own chair.
Enjoy fellowship, singing and refreshments.
(aka: Treats and Devotions)
Saturday, October 16, 6:30 pm
Around a fire in the parking lot. Bring your own chair.
Enjoy fellowship, singing and refreshments.
March 4, 6-7 pm All Church Dinner
Pizza and salad bar-sure to please the pickiest eaters in the house! Bring your family or a friend, and grow in faith as you talk together, hear a short Bible story, and an optional family activity. Free. 6-7 pm
Pizza and salad bar-sure to please the pickiest eaters in the house! Bring your family or a friend, and grow in faith as you talk together, hear a short Bible story, and an optional family activity. Free. 6-7 pm
4th Annual Chili Cook-off
February 23, 5-7 pm
Please bring Chili early if you wish to enter Chili.
First Place winner will receive the Golden Ladle trophy, which is passed on to the new winner each year.
Event is free and you may sample as much chili as you wish.
February 23, 5-7 pm
Please bring Chili early if you wish to enter Chili.
First Place winner will receive the Golden Ladle trophy, which is passed on to the new winner each year.
Event is free and you may sample as much chili as you wish.
Winter Luncheon for Seniors
January 13, 2021
As a way to care for the senior citizens in our community, Food & More hosts an annual winter festive meal. Please sign up at the Senior Center in Montague or call the church office to reserve a spot 894-9415.
January 13, 2021
As a way to care for the senior citizens in our community, Food & More hosts an annual winter festive meal. Please sign up at the Senior Center in Montague or call the church office to reserve a spot 894-9415.
Family Christmas Eve Service
December 24, 2020
All are welcome at this shorter, interactive, child friendly service. Enjoy the wonder of the Christmas story through Scripture and Christmas carols!
December 24, 2020
All are welcome at this shorter, interactive, child friendly service. Enjoy the wonder of the Christmas story through Scripture and Christmas carols!
Quiet Christmas
December 21, 2020
Not all of us feel joy at Christmastime, particularly if we have lost someone we love. This is a quieter Christmas service for those who are grieving. We will sing, read Scripture, and light a candle in memory of someone we have lost.
All are welcome, for all could use healing.
December 21, 2020
Not all of us feel joy at Christmastime, particularly if we have lost someone we love. This is a quieter Christmas service for those who are grieving. We will sing, read Scripture, and light a candle in memory of someone we have lost.
All are welcome, for all could use healing.
Journey of Joy -December 7 & 8, 6-8 pm
This free, family friendly 8-scene live nativity is a "journey of joy" to find the Christ child. On the 30 minute guided tour you will meet elderly Simeon, Elizabeth and her baby John, shepherds, sheep, census takers, a donkey, Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. Live animals and refreshments, crafts for kids as you wait for your tour.
This free, family friendly 8-scene live nativity is a "journey of joy" to find the Christ child. On the 30 minute guided tour you will meet elderly Simeon, Elizabeth and her baby John, shepherds, sheep, census takers, a donkey, Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. Live animals and refreshments, crafts for kids as you wait for your tour.
Thanksgiving Day Service
November 25, 2021, 9:30 am
We gather to praise the Lord and give thanks!
November 25, 2021, 9:30 am
We gather to praise the Lord and give thanks!
Food & More - Thanksgiving Baskets. Many volunteers joyfully pack and deliver 250 Thanksgiving baskets to neighbors in need. November 23, 9- noon
Super Loaded Baked Potato Night
November 6, 6-7 pm
All are welcome for tasty Super Loaded Baked Potatoes! Take a night off of cooking, relax with your family and your church family. Enjoy a savory meal, an interactive Bible story, and a family project working on a large art installation-a thankful tree!
No cost, bring a friend!
We hope you will get to know some people better, and be encouraged in your faith. God uses our relationships with each other to help our faith grow!
November 6, 6-7 pm
All are welcome for tasty Super Loaded Baked Potatoes! Take a night off of cooking, relax with your family and your church family. Enjoy a savory meal, an interactive Bible story, and a family project working on a large art installation-a thankful tree!
No cost, bring a friend!
We hope you will get to know some people better, and be encouraged in your faith. God uses our relationships with each other to help our faith grow!
Dinner and Family Projects!
Slider Night and Pumpkin Carving project
What? Delicious burger sliders and pulled pork sliders and sides!
A fun family project-carving or painting pumpkins together, and a short Bible story
When? Wednesday, October 2 from 6-7 pm!
Who? All ages!
Why? Eat good food, spend time together, take a break from the busyness, and get fed spiritually!
Cost? Free
Slider Night and Pumpkin Carving project
What? Delicious burger sliders and pulled pork sliders and sides!
A fun family project-carving or painting pumpkins together, and a short Bible story
When? Wednesday, October 2 from 6-7 pm!
Who? All ages!
Why? Eat good food, spend time together, take a break from the busyness, and get fed spiritually!
Cost? Free
Meal and Family Project Nights!
September 18, 6-7 pm Mexican Fiesta!
Take a break from the busy-ness, spend time together and eat a great meal! There is a short devotion and some "table conversation cards" to chat about while we eat; you will be fed spiritually, too!
No cost.
Families with kids will be invited to make a project together.
All ages are welcome to the dinner, God places us in an intergenerational community to grow in faith and learn from one another!
September 18, 6-7 pm Mexican Fiesta!
Take a break from the busy-ness, spend time together and eat a great meal! There is a short devotion and some "table conversation cards" to chat about while we eat; you will be fed spiritually, too!
No cost.
Families with kids will be invited to make a project together.
All ages are welcome to the dinner, God places us in an intergenerational community to grow in faith and learn from one another!
Outdoor Worship
Weather permitting we hold worship services in our green space on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. Bring a chair and enjoy worship with us in God's creation!
(Note, if we have worship outside we are not able to do live broadcast, but can post it later in the week.)
Backpack Giveaway Event - Aug 15, 5-7 pm
Partnering with Lebanon Lutheran Church, we add 300 boxes of macaroni and cheese to the free backpacks.
Partnering with Lebanon Lutheran Church, we add 300 boxes of macaroni and cheese to the free backpacks.
Block Party
June 7, 2019 6-8 pm
Fun and free, it is a great way to connect with neighbors and friends.
Facepainting, bean bag toss, bounce castle, music, door prizes, and smoked pulled pork sandwiches. All ages are welcome.
June 7, 2019 6-8 pm
Fun and free, it is a great way to connect with neighbors and friends.
Facepainting, bean bag toss, bounce castle, music, door prizes, and smoked pulled pork sandwiches. All ages are welcome.
Base Camp - May 5
This is the 5th event we have held. We do this each spring and fall to volunteer to do jobs at both local community schools that they otherwise don't have labor to get done. It is a chance to bless them and give back. We hope to get all area churches to join in and help us be a blessing. This is our opportunity to be the hands & feet of Jesus in our community, by blessing our schools.
WH Teams: Chainsaw & pruning, Baseball field brush, Curb & parking lot painting.
MAP Teams: Interior paint crew, Wood lot cleanup, Baseball field fence removal.
Lunch is provided at both locations.
This is the 5th event we have held. We do this each spring and fall to volunteer to do jobs at both local community schools that they otherwise don't have labor to get done. It is a chance to bless them and give back. We hope to get all area churches to join in and help us be a blessing. This is our opportunity to be the hands & feet of Jesus in our community, by blessing our schools.
WH Teams: Chainsaw & pruning, Baseball field brush, Curb & parking lot painting.
MAP Teams: Interior paint crew, Wood lot cleanup, Baseball field fence removal.
Lunch is provided at both locations.
YAY GOD! Sunday, May 5
I had a fellow pastor that would always reply to the good things happening in my life and church with Yay God! So, I stole the phrase and use it for the annual Sunday each Spring when I would look back over the past year and reflect upon all God had done in and through us in the past year. Again I invite everyone to write notes to others in the congregation that you have been blessed by or that you have seen God bless. We often overlook the small things we expect to happen, but this is a chance to intentionally praise God and thank others for what they have done in our lives. So, there will be time in the service to share some of the things God has done at Ferry this last year, so, come prepared to share them. Come and see what God has done, his awesome deeds for mankind! Psalm 66:5
I had a fellow pastor that would always reply to the good things happening in my life and church with Yay God! So, I stole the phrase and use it for the annual Sunday each Spring when I would look back over the past year and reflect upon all God had done in and through us in the past year. Again I invite everyone to write notes to others in the congregation that you have been blessed by or that you have seen God bless. We often overlook the small things we expect to happen, but this is a chance to intentionally praise God and thank others for what they have done in our lives. So, there will be time in the service to share some of the things God has done at Ferry this last year, so, come prepared to share them. Come and see what God has done, his awesome deeds for mankind! Psalm 66:5
All Church Picnic
May 26, 2019
Celebrating God's faithfulness at the end of the Sunday School year, we gather after the worship service for great food and to get to know each other better! Drinks, tableware and hot dogs provided, bring a dish to pass. Bounce castle for the young and young at heart!
May 26, 2019
Celebrating God's faithfulness at the end of the Sunday School year, we gather after the worship service for great food and to get to know each other better! Drinks, tableware and hot dogs provided, bring a dish to pass. Bounce castle for the young and young at heart!
April 27, 9 am-noon
Heartbeat LLC has partnered up with FMRC to provide community members an opportunity to receive their First Aid/CPR certification free.
Heartbeat LLC is a provider of the American Heart Association CPR, AED, and First Aid training program designed to exceed the MIOSHA guidelines for Emergency First Aid training set by the Michigan Department of Consumer & Industry Services and the Michigan Bureau of Regulator Services.
More info go to CPR/AED
Heartbeat LLC has partnered up with FMRC to provide community members an opportunity to receive their First Aid/CPR certification free.
Heartbeat LLC is a provider of the American Heart Association CPR, AED, and First Aid training program designed to exceed the MIOSHA guidelines for Emergency First Aid training set by the Michigan Department of Consumer & Industry Services and the Michigan Bureau of Regulator Services.
More info go to CPR/AED
Faith and Science Panel, April 24 6-7:30pm
Our last panel of the spring for middle school and high school kids!
Are Christianity and science in conflict with each other? Can a Christian be a scientist? Hear from 3 scientists from your church family on how their study of God's amazing natural world has strengthened their faith!
Our last panel of the spring for middle school and high school kids!
Are Christianity and science in conflict with each other? Can a Christian be a scientist? Hear from 3 scientists from your church family on how their study of God's amazing natural world has strengthened their faith!
Maundy Thursday service April 18, 2019, 6 pm
The name 'Maundy' is derived from the Latin word 'mandatum', meaning a commandment. Jesus Christ, at the Last Supper, commanded: "And now I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." John 13:34.
This year we will be focusing on the Passover Story. What happened in Egypt. What they were suppose to do and what they were suppose to remember. What it was to point to, and what Jesus does in the upper room to fulfill it. Plus, what he does to bring in the New Covenant. This will not be a Seder meal, in that we will not be eating a full meal. We will have elements from the meal that you will get to try. But more important is understanding the symbols and celebrating Communion together. This is a children friendly event, in fact we will need some kids to help with the meal. This event will be in the Fellowship Hall. We may not be broadcasting it live, so make sure you plan to attend. If you are a guest, and you believe in the words of the Apostles' Creed, you are welcome to participate in communion. You are also free to not participate.
The name 'Maundy' is derived from the Latin word 'mandatum', meaning a commandment. Jesus Christ, at the Last Supper, commanded: "And now I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." John 13:34.
This year we will be focusing on the Passover Story. What happened in Egypt. What they were suppose to do and what they were suppose to remember. What it was to point to, and what Jesus does in the upper room to fulfill it. Plus, what he does to bring in the New Covenant. This will not be a Seder meal, in that we will not be eating a full meal. We will have elements from the meal that you will get to try. But more important is understanding the symbols and celebrating Communion together. This is a children friendly event, in fact we will need some kids to help with the meal. This event will be in the Fellowship Hall. We may not be broadcasting it live, so make sure you plan to attend. If you are a guest, and you believe in the words of the Apostles' Creed, you are welcome to participate in communion. You are also free to not participate.
Join Christians in the White Lake area for a light lunch and short meditation each Wednesday during Lent.
Lunch is free, a freewill donation is taken for White Lake Food Pantry.
Lunch is free, a freewill donation is taken for White Lake Food Pantry.
Faith Stories March 20, 6:30-7:30 pm
Several of our senior saints shared their faith stories with our 6th-12th graders. They told a story of how they saw God working in their lives. What can we learn about God? What can we learn about our own faith by hearing about someone else's?
We praise God for our senior saints!
Several of our senior saints shared their faith stories with our 6th-12th graders. They told a story of how they saw God working in their lives. What can we learn about God? What can we learn about our own faith by hearing about someone else's?
We praise God for our senior saints!
March 6, 2019 7 am-8pm
Begin Lent with a time of self-guided, reflective prayer. Church will be open 7 am-8 pm. Stop by at any time to go through "prayer stations" for reflection, prayer and preparation for Lent. Among those stations will be an art station, prayer of confession station with disappearing paper, and a prayer Labyrinth. This is an ancient practice of walking a path where you leave the world and enter into the presence of God before returning back into the world. The high school and middle school kids will be at the stations from 6:00-7:30 pm, so if you want solitude, we suggest you come prior to then.
Begin Lent with a time of self-guided, reflective prayer. Church will be open 7 am-8 pm. Stop by at any time to go through "prayer stations" for reflection, prayer and preparation for Lent. Among those stations will be an art station, prayer of confession station with disappearing paper, and a prayer Labyrinth. This is an ancient practice of walking a path where you leave the world and enter into the presence of God before returning back into the world. The high school and middle school kids will be at the stations from 6:00-7:30 pm, so if you want solitude, we suggest you come prior to then.
What is love?
February 13 6-7:30 pm
Three awesome couples share their stories of real life dating, love, and marriage with the middle school and high school groups. How did they meet? How did they decide to get married? What difference does Christ make?
February 13 6-7:30 pm
Three awesome couples share their stories of real life dating, love, and marriage with the middle school and high school groups. How did they meet? How did they decide to get married? What difference does Christ make?
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Children and Communion Workshop
October 6, 9:30-11 am Is your child interested in taking communion? Do they believe in Jesus as their Savior? If so, please come to the children and communion workshop class! We talk about what communion is, have a Passover Seder (our communion comes from Passover!), and practice communion "etiquette". No cost, and parents are encouraged to come with their kids. Talk to Pastor Amy to sign up! |
Stay and Play Mondays
June 11- July 9, 3:00 - 4:00pm.
Meet at our Ferry Play-set.
What to bring? A blanket to sit on.
Water and Snack will be provided.
Purpose? Friendship with other parents/grandparents, while kids enjoy stories and play time, together.
June 11- July 9, 3:00 - 4:00pm.
Meet at our Ferry Play-set.
What to bring? A blanket to sit on.
Water and Snack will be provided.
Purpose? Friendship with other parents/grandparents, while kids enjoy stories and play time, together.
Let’s have dinner!
To get to know each other better, you will have the opportunity to have dinner at someone’s home).
Why? An important part of growing in faith is learning and growing with other Christians. When we know each other, we build community, and we gain a sense of belonging to Christ’s church.
Interested? Sign up in Fellowship Hall, or talk to Pastor Leighton, Julie Knoester, Marilyn VandenHeuvel or Pastor Amy.
To get to know each other better, you will have the opportunity to have dinner at someone’s home).
Why? An important part of growing in faith is learning and growing with other Christians. When we know each other, we build community, and we gain a sense of belonging to Christ’s church.
Interested? Sign up in Fellowship Hall, or talk to Pastor Leighton, Julie Knoester, Marilyn VandenHeuvel or Pastor Amy.
This 9 week money management class is held in January. By video, Dave Ramsey and his teaching team will walk you through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future and much more. Class discussion and snacks after the video.
"People for the Steeple" 5K Run/Walk - August 22, 2015.
A 5K to raise money for brick restoration on our historic old church. Click for more information. Thanks for your support!
A 5K to raise money for brick restoration on our historic old church. Click for more information. Thanks for your support!
Gather on the Green
Sundays in the summer, 7 pm
Join us each Sunday evening at 7 pm for an informal 40 minute worship time with some well known songs, Scripture, and prayer. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and worship outdoors in God's amazing creation!
You are welcome to park and stay in your car if you prefer.
Masks are not required, although try to stay 6 feet apart. This informal outdoor gathering will not be live streamed, and cancelled if it rains.
Wondering when we will be able to gather indoors for worship? Click here for FMRC's gradual reopening plan.
Sundays in the summer, 7 pm
Join us each Sunday evening at 7 pm for an informal 40 minute worship time with some well known songs, Scripture, and prayer. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and worship outdoors in God's amazing creation!
You are welcome to park and stay in your car if you prefer.
Masks are not required, although try to stay 6 feet apart. This informal outdoor gathering will not be live streamed, and cancelled if it rains.
Wondering when we will be able to gather indoors for worship? Click here for FMRC's gradual reopening plan.