Order of Worship
Sunday, July 6
*Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*Christ Whose Glory
*Forever (We Sing Hallelujah)
Prayer & Offering
Scripture: Exodus 12:1-30 | Bob Kingma
Message | Lynne McLaughlin, Pastor of Community Life and NextGen Ministries
*Nothing but the Blood
*Our God
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
*Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*Christ Whose Glory
*Forever (We Sing Hallelujah)
Prayer & Offering
Scripture: Exodus 12:1-30 | Bob Kingma
Message | Lynne McLaughlin, Pastor of Community Life and NextGen Ministries
*Nothing but the Blood
*Our God
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
We enter summer in a favorable financial position thanks to the congregation's continued generous support! We are grateful for each of you!
Events
- Thornapple Goes to the Beach | Friday, July 11 starting at 6pm at Kirk Park in West Olive
Meet us at the Pavillion (look for the Thornapple orange); BYODinner for you and your family; Thornapple will provide popsicles. In case of rain (boo!): We'll have a movie in The Community Center (yay!) - TSM HS Summer Service Trip Prayer Partners
How to Participate- Sign up HERE to receive prayer emails during the trip and to pray in general for the trip, for the students, for the leaders.
- Pick up a prayer card to commit to praying for that student. Be sure to write your name on their sign so they know who is praying for them (you will also be added to the prayer emails).
- Sign up in the Lobby to pray for the leaders
- Each student has an envelope to collect notes of encouragement - write one at church or write them at home and bring them to church!
- Join us for ICE CREAM on Saturday, July 19 at 7pm during the trip pack up party! Everyone of all ages is invited to come and eat ice cream; meet students and maybe even meet your prayer partner! We will provide the treats and end in a time of prayer.
- Congregational Forums | Sunday, July 20 following worship and Wednesday, July 23 at 6:30pm. A time for Pastors Julia and Lynne and Elders to answer any questions you might have ahead of the special Congregational Meeting on July 27 (following worship) where we will ask you to vote on calling Pastor Julia to be Lead Pastor and Pastor Lynne to be Associate Pastor.
- Pastries with the Pastor | Students (note grades below) are invited to stay after worship in the Lower Level MS Room to chat with Pastor Julia about the sermon and get a donut.
- July 27 | 7th and 8th graders
- August 17 | high schoolers - ICCF Backpack Collection | Now through August 3 | We're partnering with ICCF with the goal of collecting 300 backpacks for them to distribute at their annual end-of-summer party in August.
- Community Center Sports
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, is nursery only, 4-years and older stay for worship in the Sanctuary.
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, is nursery only, 4-years and older stay for worship in the Sanctuary.
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
- 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.
- Foster the Family Info and Volunteer Opportunities | Foster the Family is renting space from Thornapple in our storage space under the Community Center and has volunteer opportunities (noted below) for both individuals and groups.
- Deliver clothing, supplies, and a meal to a family welcoming a child
- Make a meal for a family in need
- Write a note of encouragement to a caregiver
- Help at or host an event for our families
- Help caregivers take a night off by providing/hosting respite care
Learn more HERE.
- 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, July 6
*Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*Christ Whose Glory
*Forever (We Sing Hallelujah)
Prayer & Offering
Scripture: Exodus 12:1-30 | Bob Kingma
Message | Lynne McLaughlin, Pastor of Community Life and NextGen Ministries
*Nothing but the Blood
*Our God
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
*Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*Christ Whose Glory
*Forever (We Sing Hallelujah)
Prayer & Offering
Scripture: Exodus 12:1-30 | Bob Kingma
Message | Lynne McLaughlin, Pastor of Community Life and NextGen Ministries
*Nothing but the Blood
*Our God
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
sermon outline & Notes
Scripture
Exodus 12:1-30
Exodus 12:1-30
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.
We enter summer in a favorable financial position thanks to the congregation's continued generous support! We are grateful for each of you!
Events
- Thornapple Goes to the Beach | Friday, July 11 starting at 6pm at Kirk Park in West Olive
Meet us at the Pavillion (look for the Thornapple orange); BYODinner for you and your family; Thornapple will provide popsicles. In case of rain (boo!): We'll have a movie in The Community Center (yay!) - TSM HS Summer Service Trip Prayer Partners
How to Participate- Sign up HERE to receive prayer emails during the trip and to pray in general for the trip, for the students, for the leaders.
- Pick up a prayer card to commit to praying for that student. Be sure to write your name on their sign so they know who is praying for them (you will also be added to the prayer emails).
- Sign up in the Lobby to pray for the leaders
- Each student has an envelope to collect notes of encouragement - write one at church or write them at home and bring them to church!
- Join us for ICE CREAM on Saturday, July 19 at 7pm during the trip pack up party! Everyone of all ages is invited to come and eat ice cream; meet students and maybe even meet your prayer partner! We will provide the treats and end in a time of prayer.
- Congregational Forums | Sunday, July 20 following worship and Wednesday, July 23 at 6:30pm. A time for Pastors Julia and Lynne and Elders to answer any questions you might have ahead of the special Congregational Meeting on July 27 (following worship) where we will ask you to vote on calling Pastor Julia to be Lead Pastor and Pastor Lynne to be Associate Pastor.
- Pastries with the Pastor | Students (note grades below) are invited to stay after worship in the Lower Level MS Room to chat with Pastor Julia about the sermon and get a donut.
- July 27 | 7th and 8th graders
- August 17 | high schoolers - ICCF Backpack Collection | Now through August 3 | We're partnering with ICCF to collect backpacks for them to distribute at their annual end-of-summer party in August.
- Community Center Sports
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
- 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.
- Foster the Family Info and Volunteer Opportunities | Foster the Family is renting space from Thornapple in our storage space under the Community Center and has volunteer opportunities (noted below) for both individuals and groups.
- Deliver clothing, supplies, and a meal to a family welcoming a child
- Make a meal for a family in need
- Write a note of encouragement to a caregiver
- Help at or host an event for our families
- Help caregivers take a night off by providing/hosting respite care
Learn more HERE.
- 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!