Order of Worship
Sunday, June 28
*All Creatures of Our God and King (VBS Song)
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*You Know Me (VBS Song)
*From the Inside Out
Prayer & Offering | Peter Ek, Minister to Students
Scripture: Leviticus 5:14-19
Message | Gary Burge, Guest Pastor
*We Fall Down
*His Mercy Is More
Benediction
*Congregational Song
*All Creatures of Our God and King (VBS Song)
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*You Know Me (VBS Song)
*From the Inside Out
Prayer & Offering | Peter Ek, Minister to Students
Scripture: Leviticus 5:14-19
Message | Gary Burge, Guest Pastor
*We Fall Down
*His Mercy Is More
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
Summer brings many NextGen activities - service projects, trips and VBS - all enabled through the faithful generosity of the congregation's financial gifts and time. We are grateful for each of you!
Events
- Summer Book Studies | This summer, Love Mercy Do Justice (LMDJ) will host two book studies in line with their focus on poverty and the housing crisis. Each study meets just twice, offering a simple, meaningful way to participate. Choose from I See You: How Love Opens Our Eyes to Invisible People by Terence Lester or Welcoming the Stranger by Jenny Yang and Matthew Soerens (or do both).
Learn more and sign up HERE. - Thornapple Goes to the Beach | Friday, July 10 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 root beer floats.
In case of rain (boo!): We'll have a movie in The Community Center (yay!) - Red Robin NextGen Fundraiser | All day on July 14, 20% of all purchases made online or in person at Red Robin (show your server the image from The Connect OR follow the directions to order online) will benefit Thornapple Covenant Church's NextGen ministries! Make plans to come eat lunch or dinner that day at Red Robin by Woodland Mall.
- Community Center Sports
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. Summer Kingdom Kids (4s-4th grade; 5th-6th can help or stay in worship) begins May 31. Kids 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, kids return for communion (after the sermon).
Middle School Ignite (7th-8th) | On break for the summer, will resume in the fall.
HS Huddle (9th-12th) | Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm | On break for the summer
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. Summer Kingdom Kids (4s-4th grade; 5th-6th can help or stay in worship) begins May 31. Kids 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, kids return for communion (after the sermon).
Middle School Ignite (7th-8th) | On break for the summer, will resume in the fall.
HS Huddle (9th-12th) | Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm | On break for the summer
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
- Sunday Morning Coffee Makers Needed | Can you measure and grind beans and put a lid on a coffee carafe? Then you can help with Sunday morning coffee service. We're looking for some additional volunteers to help make and serve coffee on Sunday mornings. Commitment: Once a month, 8:30am through the start of worship; no clean up needed; training provided. Contact Kimberly Korpak to be added to the crew.
- Hearts for Sewing | The group meets Noon-3pm the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. The sewing group is collecting 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, June 28
*All Creatures of Our God and King (VBS Song)
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*You Know Me (VBS Song)
*From the Inside Out
Prayer & Offering | Peter Ek, Minister to Students
Scripture: Leviticus 5:14-19
Message | Gary Burge, Guest Pastor
*We Fall Down
*His Mercy Is More
Benediction
*Congregational Song
*All Creatures of Our God and King (VBS Song)
Welcome & Call to Worship
Passing the Peace
*You Know Me (VBS Song)
*From the Inside Out
Prayer & Offering | Peter Ek, Minister to Students
Scripture: Leviticus 5:14-19
Message | Gary Burge, Guest Pastor
*We Fall Down
*His Mercy Is More
Benediction
*Congregational Song
sermon outline & Notes
Scripture
Leviticus 5:14-19
Leviticus 5:14-19
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.
Summer brings many NextGen activities - service projects, trips and VBS - all enabled through the faithful generosity of the congregation's financial gifts and time. We are grateful for each of you!
Events
- Summer Book Studies | This summer, Love Mercy Do Justice (LMDJ) will host two book studies in line with their focus on poverty and the housing crisis. Each study meets just twice, offering a simple, meaningful way to participate. Choose from I See You: How Love Opens Our Eyes to Invisible People by Terence Lester or Welcoming the Stranger by Jenny Yang and Matthew Soerens (or do both).
Learn more and sign up HERE. - Thornapple Goes to the Beach | Friday, July 10 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 root beer floats.
In case of rain (boo!): We'll have a movie in The Community Center (yay!) - Red Robin NextGen Fundraiser | All day on July 14, 20% of all purchases made online or in person at Red Robin (show your server the image from The Connect OR follow the directions to order online) will benefit Thornapple Covenant Church's NextGen ministries! Make plans to come eat lunch or dinner that day at Red Robin by Woodland Mall.
- 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 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. Summer Kingdom Kids (4s-4th grade; 5th-6th can help or stay in worship) begins May 31. Kids 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, kids return for communion (after the sermon).
Middle School Ignite (7th-8th) | On break for the summer, will resume in the fall.
HS Huddle (9th-12th) | Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm | On break for the summer
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. Summer Kingdom Kids (4s-4th grade; 5th-6th can help or stay in worship) begins May 31. Kids 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, kids return for communion (after the sermon).
Middle School Ignite (7th-8th) | On break for the summer, will resume in the fall.
HS Huddle (9th-12th) | Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm | On break for the summer
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
- Sunday Morning Coffee Makers Needed |
Can you measure and grind beans and put a lid on a coffee carafe? Then you can help with Sunday morning coffee service. We're looking for some additional volunteers to help make and serve coffee on Sunday mornings. Commitment: Once a month, 8:30am through the start of worship; no clean up needed; training provided. Contact Kimberly Korpak to be added to the crew. - 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!