Order of Worship
Sunday, August 24
*That's My King
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*Heal Our Land
Installation of Pastors Julia & Lynne | Garth McGrath, Superintendent of the Great Lakes Conference
Prayer & Offering | Lynne McLaughlin, Associate Pastor
Scripture: Exodus 32:1-16 | Matthew Read
Message | Julia Sandstrom, Lead Pastor
*His Mercy is More
*Yet Not I but Through Christ in Me
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
*That's My King
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*Heal Our Land
Installation of Pastors Julia & Lynne | Garth McGrath, Superintendent of the Great Lakes Conference
Prayer & Offering | Lynne McLaughlin, Associate Pastor
Scripture: Exodus 32:1-16 | Matthew Read
Message | Julia Sandstrom, Lead Pastor
*His Mercy is More
*Yet Not I but Through Christ in Me
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
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Giving
Offering
Support the ministry and mission of Thornapple through the regular practice of giving generously from the financial resources entrusted to you by God.
Support the ministry and mission of Thornapple through the regular practice of giving generously from the financial resources entrusted to you by God.
Your financial gifts can be:
- Made online through our online giving platform
- Mailed to the church office (6595 Cascade Rd. SE; Grand Rapids, MI 49546)
- Given during in-person worship on Sunday mornings
Our financial results continue strong through the middle of the summer thanks to the congregation's continued generous support! During July, as shown in the table below, the church was blessed by an estate gift. This gift is unrestricted and the Elders will be considering options as to designating the use of this amazing gift.
Events
- All Church Picnic | TODAY following worship in The Community Center
- Host-A-Roast | Saturday Evenings in September | Learn more and sign up HERE
- Demystifying Evil, Adult Education Series | Sunday mornings at 9am, Sept. 7-Dec. 14. Learn more and sign up HERE
- Church at the Crossroads | Sept. 11-13 Learn more HERE.
- Concert on the Outdoor Stage with Tracy Danz and Erin Russell | Thursday, Sept. 18, 6:30-8pm. Learn more HERE.
- Fall Seminar Series | Sundays, Sept. 21/28 and Oct. 5 following worship. This fall we are offering Homelessness Awareness as our seminar series, presented by Nelson Koon, director of community engagement and development at Degage Ministries. Learn more and sign up HERE.
- Community Center Sports
Volleyball (contact Linda Winer): Tuesdays, 8-9:30pm, resuming Sept. 19
WholyFit (contact Karalyn Tresh): Fridays, 9:30-10:30am
NEWS
Spiritual Direction | Learn more about what it is and request to get matched to a spiritual director HERE.
New(er) to Thornapple? Curious what Thornapple is all about?
Share your name/email with us and you’ll get 3 introductory emails - one from each of our pastors - and nothing more (we promise). Sign up HERE.
Sunday Programming
Nursery (birth to 3-years-old) and Kingdom Kids (4-years-old to 6th grade) | Everyone checks in the middle Lobby by Door B; nursery age children can be brought downstairs before worship; 4s-6th grade start in worship with families until they are dismissed around 10:20. Parents can pick up children in the Lower Level following worship. The third Sundays of the month, is nursery only, 4-years and older stay for worship in the Sanctuary.
Middle School Ignite (7th-8th) | Students begin worship with their families on Sunday mornings and are dismissed around 10:20ish to head down to the middle school room for donuts/bagels and small group time spent in God’s Word. MS Ignite doesn’t meet the 3rd Sundays of the month as students worship with their families and partake in Communion.
HS Huddle |
Pine Rest Church Assistance Program
Complimentary counseling (and other programs – just say “I have a CAP with Thornapple Covenant Church” when you call to make an appointment) for you and your family and access to a virtual library of mental health resources (use the password “Thornapple” when prompted). Learn more HERE.
Stephen Ministry
Going through a crisis or having a difficult time? Maybe you could benefit from receiving care in a one-on-one partnership with a trained Stephen Minister. Contact Lynne McLaughlin
New(er) to Thornapple? Curious what Thornapple is all about?
Share your name/email with us and you’ll get 3 introductory emails - one from each of our pastors - and nothing more (we promise). Sign up HERE.
Sunday Programming
Nursery (birth to 3-years-old) and Kingdom Kids (4-years-old to 6th grade) | Everyone checks in the middle Lobby by Door B; nursery age children can be brought downstairs before worship; 4s-6th grade start in worship with families until they are dismissed around 10:20. Parents can pick up children in the Lower Level following worship. The third Sundays of the month, is nursery only, 4-years and older stay for worship in the Sanctuary.
Middle School Ignite (7th-8th) | Students begin worship with their families on Sunday mornings and are dismissed around 10:20ish to head down to the middle school room for donuts/bagels and small group time spent in God’s Word. MS Ignite doesn’t meet the 3rd Sundays of the month as students worship with their families and partake in Communion.
HS Huddle |
Pine Rest Church Assistance Program
Complimentary counseling (and other programs – just say “I have a CAP with Thornapple Covenant Church” when you call to make an appointment) for you and your family and access to a virtual library of mental health resources (use the password “Thornapple” when prompted). Learn more HERE.
Stephen Ministry
Going through a crisis or having a difficult time? Maybe you could benefit from receiving care in a one-on-one partnership with a trained Stephen Minister. Contact Lynne McLaughlin
Making a Difference
- KidsCo Caregivers Needed | Are you looking for a way to serve moms and young children in the community? Thornapple KidsCo would love your help! (KidsCo is the childcare program serving Thornapple MomCo). Details: 2 Thursdays a month, 9-11:30am (Sept. 18, Oct 2/16, Nov. 6/20, Dec. 4, Jan 8/22, Feb. 5/19, Mar. 12/26, Apr. 16/30, May 14). $15/hour with volunteer positions also available. Please reach out by email or text if you are interested (or share with someone who might be): ThornappleKidsCo@gmail.com or 616.634.2134
- Hearts for Sewing | The group meets Noon-3pm the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. The sewing group still needs donations of 100% cotton flannel fabric, or monetary donations for us to purchase these supplies. All donations can be brought to the church office or you can contact Diane Kunkler for more information. Thanks to all who have donated.
- Love hanging out with babies/toddlers? Children’s Ministry could use your help as a Nursery volunteer on Sunday mornings. Please contact Lisa Udell if you are able to help and she we get you on the schedule!
order of worship
Sunday, August 24
*That's My King
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*Heal Our Land
Installation of Pastors Julia & Lynne | Garth McGrath, Superintendent of the Great Lakes Conference
Prayer & Offering | Lynne McLaughlin, Associate Pastor
Scripture: Exodus 32:1-16 | Matthew Read
Message | Julia Sandstrom, Lead Pastor
*His Mercy is More
*Yet Not I but Through Christ in Me
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
*That's My King
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*Heal Our Land
Installation of Pastors Julia & Lynne | Garth McGrath, Superintendent of the Great Lakes Conference
Prayer & Offering | Lynne McLaughlin, Associate Pastor
Scripture: Exodus 32:1-16 | Matthew Read
Message | Julia Sandstrom, Lead Pastor
*His Mercy is More
*Yet Not I but Through Christ in Me
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
sermon outline & Notes
Scripture
Exodus 32:1-16
Exodus 32:1-16
giving
Offering
Support the ministry and mission of Thornapple through the regular practice of giving generously from the financial resources entrusted to you by God. Your collective generosity has provided a strong start to the year – thank you! Your continued regular giving will fund Thornapple’s mission and ministry as planned in the months ahead. Thank you for your faithfulness!
Support the ministry and mission of Thornapple through the regular practice of giving generously from the financial resources entrusted to you by God. Your collective generosity has provided a strong start to the year – thank you! Your continued regular giving will fund Thornapple’s mission and ministry as planned in the months ahead. Thank you for your faithfulness!
Your financial gifts can be:
- Made online through our online giving platform
- Mailed to the church office (6595 Cascade Rd. SE; Grand Rapids, MI 49546)
- Given during in-person worship on Sunday mornings.
Our financial results continue strong through the middle of the summer thanks to the congregation's continued generous support! During July, as shown in the table below, the church was blessed by an estate gift. This gift is unrestricted and the Elders will be considering options as to designating the use of this amazing gift.
Events
- All Church Picnic | TODAY following worship in The Community Cente
- Host-A-Roast | Saturday Evenings in September | Learn more and sign up HERE
- Demystifying Evil, Adult Education Series | Sunday mornings at 9am, Sept. 7-Dec. 14. Learn more and sign up HERE
- Church at the Crossroads | Sept. 11-13 Learn more HERE.
- Concert on the Outdoor Stage with Tracy Danz and Erin Russell | Thursday, Sept. 18, 6:30-8pm. Learn more HERE.
- Fall Seminar Series | Sundays, Sept. 21/28 and Oct. 5 following worship. This fall we are offering Homelessness Awareness as our seminar series, presented by Nelson Koon, director of community engagement and development at Degage Ministries. Learn more and sign up HERE.
- Community Center Sports
Volleyball (contact Linda Winer): Tuesdays, 8-9:30pm, resuming Sept. 19
WholyFit (contact Karalyn Tresh: 616-304-0592): Fridays, 9:30-10:30am
News
Spiritual Direction | Learn more about what it is and request to get matched to a spiritual director HERE.
New(er) to Thornapple? Curious what Thornapple is all about?
Share your name/email with us and you’ll get 3 introductory emails - one from each of our pastors - and nothing more (we promise). Sign up HERE.
Sunday Programming
Nursery (birth to 3-years-old) and Kingdom Kids (4-years-old to 6th grade) | Everyone checks in the middle Lobby by Door B; nursery age children can be brought downstairs before worship; 4s-6th grade start in worship with families until they are dismissed around 10:20. Parents can pick up children in the Lower Level following worship. The third Sundays of the month, ages 4-years and older will stay in the Sanctuary for all of worship.
Middle School (7th-8th) & HS Huddle | On Summer Break until Fall 2025.
Pine Rest Church Assistance Program
Complimentary counseling (and other programs – just say “I have a CAP with Thornapple Covenant Church” when you call to make an appointment) for you and your family and access to a virtual library of mental health resources (use the password “Thornapple” when prompted). Learn more HERE.
Stephen Ministry
Going through a crisis or having a difficult time? Maybe you could benefit from receiving care in a one-on-one partnership with a trained Stephen Minister. Contact Lynne McLaughlin
New(er) to Thornapple? Curious what Thornapple is all about?
Share your name/email with us and you’ll get 3 introductory emails - one from each of our pastors - and nothing more (we promise). Sign up HERE.
Sunday Programming
Nursery (birth to 3-years-old) and Kingdom Kids (4-years-old to 6th grade) | Everyone checks in the middle Lobby by Door B; nursery age children can be brought downstairs before worship; 4s-6th grade start in worship with families until they are dismissed around 10:20. Parents can pick up children in the Lower Level following worship. The third Sundays of the month, ages 4-years and older will stay in the Sanctuary for all of worship.
Middle School (7th-8th) & HS Huddle | On Summer Break until Fall 2025.
Pine Rest Church Assistance Program
Complimentary counseling (and other programs – just say “I have a CAP with Thornapple Covenant Church” when you call to make an appointment) for you and your family and access to a virtual library of mental health resources (use the password “Thornapple” when prompted). Learn more HERE.
Stephen Ministry
Going through a crisis or having a difficult time? Maybe you could benefit from receiving care in a one-on-one partnership with a trained Stephen Minister. Contact Lynne McLaughlin
Making a difference
- KidsCo Caregivers Needed | Are you looking for a way to serve moms and young children in the community? Thornapple KidsCo would love your help! (KidsCo is the childcare program serving Thornapple MomCo). Details: 2 Thursdays a month, 9-11:30am (Sept. 18, Oct 2/16, Nov. 6/20, Dec. 4, Jan 8/22, Feb. 5/19, Mar. 12/26, Apr. 16/30, May 14). $15/hour with volunteer positions also available.
Please reach out by email or text if you are interested (or share with someone who might be): ThornappleKidsCo@gmail.com or 616.634.2134 - Hearts for Sewing | The group meets Noon-3pm the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. The sewing group still needs donations of 100% cotton flannel fabric, or monetary donations for us to purchase these supplies. All donations can be brought to the church office or you can contact Diane Kunkler for more information. Thanks to all who have donated.
- Love hanging out with babies/toddlers? Children’s Ministry could use your help as a Nursery volunteer on Sunday mornings. Please contact Lisa Udell if you are able to help and she we get you on the schedule!