Order of Worship
Sunday, October 19
*The Lion and the Lamb
Welcome & Call to Worship
Kid's Connection & Happy Birthday Thornapple!
Passing the Peace
*Come, Holy Ghost
Prayer & Offering | Peter Ek, Minister to Students
Scripture: Revelation 11:1-13 | Jacquie Johnson
Message | Julia Sandstrom, Lead Pastor
*A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
Communion
*Almighty God
*King of Kings
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
*The Lion and the Lamb
Welcome & Call to Worship
Kid's Connection & Happy Birthday Thornapple!
Passing the Peace
*Come, Holy Ghost
Prayer & Offering | Peter Ek, Minister to Students
Scripture: Revelation 11:1-13 | Jacquie Johnson
Message | Julia Sandstrom, Lead Pastor
*A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
Communion
*Almighty God
*King of Kings
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 the last quarter of the year ahead of overall budgeted giving and praise God for His generous provision! At the same time, we note that September's giving fell below budget and we ask that you continue to remember Thornapple in your giving through the end of 2025.
Events
- Guess Who's Coming to Dinner? Friday, October 24 OR Saturday, October 25 - Evening | Join us for an evening of food and fellowship at host homes. You can sign up to host or to be a guest. Guests will be asked to bring a dish to pass and the host will provide the main dish and location. The actual start time will be set by the host home, but we are suggesting between 6:00 and 7:00pm. This is open to everyone at Thornapple: adults, students and children. Learn more and register HERE.
- Thornapple MomCo Consignment Sale | Thursday, October 23, 6-8pm for $5 entry
Friday, October 24, 9am-1pm FREE entry
Saturday, October 25, 9am-noon FREE entry and most items will be half off.
Anyone interested in selling can contact momcosale@gmail.com for more information. - Thornapple 101 | Sunday, Nov. 2 following worship | Interested in learning more about Thornapple and our denomination and exploring membership in the church? Sign up for Thornapple 101, a 90-minute class (childcare available) for anyone interested in taking the next step at Thornapple.
- Ladies Game Night | Friday, Nov. 7 at 6:30pm | Join the women of Thornapple (and any friends you invite) for an evening of games, good food (everyone bring an appetizer or dessert) and fellowship.
Learn more and register 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 from 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, 5th/6th grade stay in worship for the whole service and 4-years-4th grade return for communion (after the sermon).
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 (9th-12th) | Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm | Youth Group resumes September 7!
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 from 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, 5th/6th grade stay in worship for the whole service and 4-years-4th grade return for communion (after the sermon).
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 (9th-12th) | Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm | Youth Group resumes September 7!
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
- Looking for a Few Good Drivers | Sunday mornings, once a month(ish)We are looking for a few more people to help with picking up some of our congregants who no longer drive. If you would like to be added to the list of drivers, please email Holly Smith and she will send you links to the sign ups.
- Looking for a Few Good Cooks | From time-to-time people in our congregation need to have meals delivered to them (surgery recovery, birth of a new baby, etc...). To be added to the list of people make and deliver meals, please email Holly Smith and she will add you to the list.
- 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, October 19
*The Lion and the Lamb
Welcome & Call to Worship
Kid's Connection & Happy Birthday Thornapple!
Passing the Peace
*Come, Holy Ghost
Prayer & Offering | Peter Ek, Minister to Students
Scripture: Revelation 11:1-13 | Jacquie Johnson
Message | Julia Sandstrom, Lead Pastor
*A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
Communion
*Almighty God
*King of Kings
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
*The Lion and the Lamb
Welcome & Call to Worship
Kid's Connection & Happy Birthday Thornapple!
Passing the Peace
*Come, Holy Ghost
Prayer & Offering | Peter Ek, Minister to Students
Scripture: Revelation 11:1-13 | Jacquie Johnson
Message | Julia Sandstrom, Lead Pastor
*A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
Communion
*Almighty God
*King of Kings
Announcements
Benediction
*Congregational Song
sermon outline & Notes
Scripture
Revelation 11:1-13
Revelation 11:1-13
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 the last quarter of the year ahead of overall budgeted giving and praise God for His generous provision! At the same time, we note that September's giving fell below budget and we ask that you continue to remember Thornapple in your giving through the end of 2025.
Events
- Guess Who's Coming to Dinner? Friday, October 24 OR Saturday, October 25 - Evening | Join us for an evening of food and fellowship at host homes. You can sign up to host or to be a guest. Guests will be asked to bring a dish to pass and the host will provide the main dish and location. The actual start time will be set by the host home, but we are suggesting between 6:00 and 7:00pm. This is open to everyone at Thornapple: adults, students and children. Learn more and register HERE.
- Thornapple MomCo Consignment Sale | Thursday, October 23, 6-8pm for $5 entry
Friday, October 24, 9am-1pm FREE entry
Saturday, October 25, 9am-noon FREE entry and most items will be half off.
Anyone interested in selling can contact momcosale@gmail.com for more information. - Thornapple 101 | Sunday, Nov. 2 following worship | Interested in learning more about Thornapple and our denomination and exploring membership in the church? Sign up for Thornapple 101, a 90-minute class (childcare available) for anyone interested in taking the next step at Thornapple.
- Ladies Game Night | Friday, Nov. 7 at 6:30pm | Join the women of Thornapple (and any friends you invite) for an evening of games, good food (everyone bring an appetizer or dessert) and fellowship.
Learn more and register 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, 5th/6th grade stay in worship for the whole service and 4-years-4th grade return for communion (after the sermon).
Middle School (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 (9th-12th) | Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm
Youth Group resumes September 7!
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, 5th/6th grade stay in worship for the whole service and 4-years-4th grade return for communion (after the sermon).
Middle School (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 (9th-12th) | Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm
Youth Group resumes September 7!
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
- Looking for a Few Good Drivers | Sunday mornings, once a month(ish)We are looking for a few more people to help with picking up some of our congregants who no longer drive. If you would like to be added to the list of drivers, please email Holly Smith and she will send you links to the sign ups.
- Looking for a Few Good Cooks | From time-to-time people in our congregation need to have meals delivered to them (surgery recovery, birth of a new baby, etc...). To be added to the list of people make and deliver meals, please email Holly Smith and she will add you to the list.
- 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!