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1 Weekly Activities Sunday 8:30 am Missionary Prayer - Room 302 (2nd Sundays) 9 am Summer Children s Church - Multipurpose Room 9 am Every Man s Battle Small Group - Room 301 Tuesday 11 am-1 pm Food Pantry - Madison Place 8 pm Men s Recovery - Room pm Men s Bible Study - Madison Place Wednesday 6 am Fresh Fire Prayer - Gathering Room 5:30 pm Madison Summer Family Nights Dinner 6:30 pm Madison Summer Family Nights Programs 6:30 pm Singing Psalms and Hymns- Room pm Neighborhood Prayer - Gathering Room Thursday 7 pm Gospel Choir Rehearsal- Sanctuary Providence Baptist Delegation Providence Baptist, our sister church in Liberia, is sending seven brothers and sisters, who will visit us from July 21-August 4. Help us build strong ties with them. Contact Nicole Broyles at to register, volunteer, or for more info. Events We need drivers and vans for transportation for: July 25- Charles Wright Museum in Detroit. July 28- Either Grand Haven beach or Michigan s Adventure. July 30- We re touring the missions downtown to learn about homelessness. Farewell Lunch We re sending the delegation off with a potluck at Garfield Park 1 pm on August 3. We ll prepare Liberian main dishes, with sides provided by you. Enjoy sports Liberian style with a game of football (soccer) for the guys, and kickball for women. Look for the Scarlet Thread (April 20-July 20) Notice the sermon series image and the scarlet cord that weaves its way through it. Every Old Testament story points to the need for a savior, a deliverer. This deliverer is Jesus and the scarlet thread represents the shedding of his blood, tying the Old Testament to the New Testament. We are in the last quarter of our sermon series based on the Jesus Storybook Bible. When completed, our walk through the Bible will have taken us from creation and the Garden of Eden in Genesis 1 and 2 to the new creation the Holy City, the new Jerusalem in Revelation We will end this year-long series with a Jesus Storybook Bible Celebration on Sunday, July 27. For this final part of our series, we ask that you commit to memory Colossians 1:15-19, for He (God) is before all things and in him all things hold together. Gathering Room Artist Artist Michael Harris vivid images capture the stories from the Jesus Storybook Bible from Advent to Easter with our series "Dying and Rising with Christ." At this point, Michael has illustrated 43 of the 44 images of our year-long series. New Worship Series Our next worship series on the Heidelberg Catechism is coming soon. Stay tuned for Daily Bible Readings to keep your faith alive during the week. In the meantime, please refresh your spirit by reflecting on where we ve journeyed over the last year by reviewing our previous readings online at Madison Church Connections All Campuses e-news: sign up on our website office@madisonsquarechurch.org office: 9:30 am-5 pm Mon-Fri, 1434 Madison Ave. SE July 20, 2014 Welcome! If you are new today, please stop at the Welcome Center to connect and help you get to know us, and us to know you. If you need a Bible, you can pick up a free one at the Welcome Center. Worship: 9 and 11 am Sunday Jesus: the Scarlet Thread That Keeps it All Together from Colossians 1:15-20 by Pastor Darrell Delaney Ministries: 9 am Sunday Early Childhood (ages 0-3) - Lower level Children s Church: K-3rd grade, 9 am only - Multipurpose Room Special Needs: Call Kristen Buurma at x213 to register. Offering Today: General, Christian Education Next week: General, Deacon Fund Square Campus 1441 Madison Ave. SE Praying Together If you are in need of prayer, feel free to go to a prayer station after the service or send prayer requests to prayer@madisonsquarechurch.org. Evening Worship 6 pm Healing Service, with communion and healing prayer led by Pastor Joy Bonnema. Offering: Volunteers in Service (VIS) Large Print & Children s Bulletins Large print bulletins and children s bulletins are available from your usher. Coffee Policy We welcome securely covered coffee in the lobby and sanctuary.

2 SQUARE NEWS Summer Family Nights Over the last two weeks, people have been catching the fire for Summer Family Nights. We ve never been blessed by so many volunteers or participants in one season. Thank you all for serving. We're expecting even more new kids, teens, and adults from all over town. Summer Nights happens on Wednesdays through August 13. Activity Schedule - Grab a brochure from the Welcome Center for full details. 5:30 pm Dinner 6:30 pm Programs 8:30 pm Finish Kids 1st-5th Grade 6:30 pm Worship and Lesson 7:05 pm Small Group 7:35 pm Basketball, Dodgeball, Zumba, Soccer, Outdoor Games, or Crafts 8:15 pm Closing Rally Middle School 6:30 pm Worship and Lesson 7:05 pm Small Group time 7:05-7:30 pm 7:30 pm Bible Study, Games and Snack 8:15 pm Closing Rally High School Sign up to serve with kids, administration, cooking, sound or video. Please sign up with Kristi Buurma at kbuurma@madisonsquarechurch.org Adults 6:30 pm The Great Migration 6:30 pm Singing Psalms and Hymns 7 pm Neighborhood Prayer Team 7:05 pm Ford Bible Study 7:05 pm Romans 12:1-2 Bible Study Meet Your Missionary There will be a potluck to visit with several of our missionaries (Jodi Ross, Sarah Kluitenberg, Jamie and Calvin Hofland) at 6 pm Tuesday, July 29 at Bill and Nancy Zeilstra's house, 7301 Old Lantern Dr., SE, Caledonia. Madison Mamas Come reconnect with your fellow mamas after our July break. We will meet Friday, August 8 at 6:30pm at Madison Place. We will have an extended time of fellowship and praying for each other. If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Sportel at or rachel.sportel@gmail.com. Pastor Darrell Pastor Darrell began his new role as Campus Pastor on Tuesday, July 1. For the next few months Pastor Darrell will take regular preaching turns and attend orientation meetings with staff and lay leaders. Pastor Darrell will also begin to take immediate responsibility for leading and assisting on Sunday mornings. As part of his ordination process, Darrell will preach his classical sermon on July 27 and then will be examined before classis on Aug. 28. Other responsibilities will be assigned to Pastor Darrell over the next few months such as Pastoral Care and supervision of some staff as the orientation plan rolls out. Summer Children s Church Begins Today We hope that what your children have learned about worship in Children's Church will help them to engage in worship this summer as you worship together as a family in the sanctuary. We will offer 6 weeks of Summer Children's Church at the 9 am service only from July 20-August 17. The program will serve kindergarteners through 3rd graders. Together with ALL Congregations New Elder Jacquline Baber-Bey Jacquline was voted in as an Elder of Madison by the Ford congregation with 100% approval. We recognizes God's hand in her life and her call to leadership. We are certain her wisdom, strong faith, and deep compassion will be a tremendous blessing to Madison, and we thank God for a spirit of unity in our church. Centennial Celebration Calendar We ve Come this Far By Faith Madison will commemorate its 100+ years of history in August. We look forward to welcoming guest pastors and worship leaders each Sunday morning as we celebrate God's faithfulness over the years. The Gathering Room will have photographs to help tell Madison's story. Centennial Servers Refreshments will be served after morning worship services on Aug. 10, 17, and 24, and the evening service for the 24th. If you have the gift of hospitality, please help us extend Madison's welcome by providing and serving refreshments to celebrants. Contact Brenda Schuyler with questions at bnbschuyler@gmail.com or or Aug. 3 9, 11 am Pastor Emmet Harrison with Shelli Fynewever and Gordon Griffin leading worship. Aug. 3 1 pm Multicultural Centennial Celebration Lunch at Garfield Park with our brothers and sisters from Providence Baptist Church. Aug. 10 9, 11 am Pastor Dave Sieplinga and worship leaders Jackie Venegas and Laura Pritchard. Aug am-10 pm St. Francis Xavier centennial celebration festival and concert with Tony Melendez. Madison is hosting a food booth (and we need helpers contact Brenda Becker at or bjfowler65@yahoo.com.) Aug. 17 9, 11 am Rev. Dr. Samuel B. Reeves and Madison s Gospel Choir Aug. 24 9, 11 am Pastor David Beelen with Ken Reynolds leading worship Aug pm "This Far By Faith" Concert with James Abney, then a reception for Madison alumni, guests, and you. For more information visit tinyurl.com/madison-centennial.

3 Ford Campus Staff Pastor Brad Knetsch ext. 207 Campus Pastor Jason Botbyl Preaching Apprentice I love how the Holy Spirit is at work in this city. Madison, as a whole, is a multisite church and I serve as Campus Pastor for the body of Christ that meets at the Gerald R. Ford Academic Center. We re called to listen and serve the needs of the school, community, and church body. My passion is to fan into flame gifts-based and team-based ministry and evangelism! In 2012, I was commissioned as a preaching apprentice under the leadership of Pastor Brad and Pastor David Beelen, Madison s Senior Pastor. I am passionate about sharing the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and bringing hope to the lost and hurting. I consider it an honor to do that as a preaching apprentice at the Ford Campus. Sean Johnson-Moore ext. 233 Reaching OUT Director sjohnson@madisonsquarechurch.org I have a deep love for Jesus Christ and a heart for community. As the Director of Reaching OUT, I oversee our campus s efforts to reach out near and far through evangelism, community, and education. I have lived in Madison s neighborhood my whole life and my passion is to see lives changed locally and leaders from the community built up and transformed. Jermale Eddie ext. 229 Reaching IN Director jeddie@madisonsquarechurch.org Allen Pontarelli Seminary Intern I seek to make God smile in ALL that I do, say, and think. It is my prayer that God will breathe His will for the kingdom into all of us, through preaching, teaching, studying, worshiping, serving and loving the community of Grand Rapids. As the Director of Reaching In, I oversee our campus s efforts around discipleship and administration. allen@unitedinchristgr.com Each day I try to die to myself and live for God by serving others. I work with Pastor Brad and the Ford staff to coordinate Sunday morning worship and to engage in local outreach to the Ford neighborhood. Look for the Scarlet Thread Notice the sermon series image and the scarlet cord that weaves its way through it. Every Old Testament story points to the need for a savior, a deliverer. This deliverer is Jesus and the scarlet thread represents the shedding of his blood, tying the Old Testament to the New Testament. We are in the last quarter of our sermon series based on the Jesus Storybook Bible. When completed, our walk through the Bible will have taken us from creation and the Garden of Eden in Genesis 1 and 2 to the new creation the Holy City, the new Jerusalem in Revelation We will end this year-long series with a Jesus Storybook Bible Celebration on Sunday, July 27. For this final part of our series, we ask that you commit to memory Colossians 1:15-19, for He (God) is before all things and in him all things hold together. New Worship Series Our next worship series on the Heidelberg Catechism is coming soon. Stay tuned for Daily Bible Readings to keep your faith alive during the week. In the meantime, please refresh your spirit by reflecting on where we ve journeyed over the last year by reviewing our previous readings online at Fresh Word Bible Study, 7 pm Wednesdays Meet under the pavilion at the backside of the Ford school for a Word that's F.R.E.S.S.H. by experiencing Fellowship, Relationships, Evangelism, Skate-boarding, Soccer and Hoopin'! Come join us for Reaching IN and Reaching OUT within the neighborhood for the glory of God! We desire to have more Ford leaders come out and serve and share the love of Christ! Madison Church Connections All Campuses e-news: sign up on our website office@madisonsquarechurch.org office: 9:30 am-5 pm Mon-Fri, 1434 Madison Ave. SE July 20, 2014 Welcome! If you are new today, please stop at the Information table to connect and help you get to know us, and us to know you. Worship: 10 am Sunday A Biblically Renewed Mind from Romans 1:1-2 by Allen Pontarelli Offering Today: General, Christian Education Next week: General, Deacon Fund Ford Campus 851 Madison Ave. SE Praying Together If you are in need of prayer, feel free to go to a prayer station after the service or send your need to prayer@madisonsquarechurch.org. Children's Ministry Nursery is available for infants and toddlers (up to 2 years old) throughout the service. Children in Pre-Kindergarten will be dismissed for Children's Church during the service. If you have not yet registered your child for this ministry year, please escort your child to their room to register. Flags in Worship We provide flags at the front of our worship space to offer Spirit-filled expression during worship. There are large flags for adults and smaller flags for children. We encourage parents to model their use for their children. Evening Worship 6 pm Healing Service, with communion and healing prayer led by Pastor Joy Bonnema. Offering: Volunteers in Service (VIS). This service takes place at the Square Campus, 1441 Madison Ave.

4 FORD NEWS This Month s After Church Postponed Please mark your calendar for the next After Church on August 10, We look forward to growing deeper in fellowship and building relationships with you! In the mean time, we challenge you to get to know others in the Ford family by grabbing lunch together, inviting another family to your home or attending an event together. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Jermale Eddie or Pastor Brad Knetsch. Nursery & Children s Church Volunteers Needed Madison at the Ford s children need you. Each Sunday through August 31, we need 3 volunteers. If we are unable to find volunteers, we will have to cancel Children s Church for the rest of the summer. Volunteers will be put on a rotating schedule. If you are willing to serve our children, please contact Jermale Eddie at jeddie@madisonsquarechurch.org or sign up at the Welcome Center in the lobby, on the pink form. Congregational Leadership Team (CLT) Affirmation The Ford congregation has overwhelmingly affirmed the next set of CLT nominees: Sarah Fox, Betsy Bascom, Amy Gregory, and Dave Nyitray with 98% approval. Nalini, Eric, Jacquie, and Jermale are excited to welcome you to the current team. Additionally, we thank Joanna and JQ for their years of service. Grill & Chill With Your Pastor There s still time to join Christy and Brad at their home on 1414 Sigsbee SE in building relationships during beautiful summer evenings. We invite you out at 6 pm Thursdays, July 24, and August 14. Please let Lori Robbins know at x202 or lrobbins@madisonsquarechurch.org. Prayer Request and Praise Reports We just wanted to thank you for all your support. Our family is so thankful for placing this "family" in our lives. We are so appreciative of the prayer as well. God is teaching us a lot through this process and we are willingly listening and following. John 14:1 Do not let your hearts be troubled. God's got this. Hugs to you all. ~The Taylor Family Have a prayer request and/or a praise report? Please send it to Jermale Eddie jeddie@madisonsquarechurch.org. Together with ALL Congregations Madison Celebrates 100+ years August is Madison Church's official celebration of its first 100 years. We look forward to welcoming guest pastors and worship leaders each Sunday morning as we celebrate God's faithfulness over the years. The Gathering Room will have photographs to help tell Madison's story. Centennial Servers Refreshments will be served after worship services on August 10, 17, and 24, including the evening service for the 24th. If you have the gift of hospitality, please help us extend Madison's welcome by providing and serving refreshments to celebrants. Contact Brenda Schuyler with questions at bnbschuyler@gmail.com or or New Elder Jacquline Baber-Bey Jacquline was voted in as an Elder of Madison by the Ford congregation with 100% approval. We recognizes God's hand in her life and her call to leadership. We are certain her wisdom, strong faith, and deep compassion will be a tremendous blessing to Madison, and we thank God for a spirit of unity in our church. Sermon Notes

5 Look for the Scarlet Thread (April 20-July 13) Notice the sermon series image and the scarlet cord that weaves its way through it. Every Old Testament story points to the need for a savior, a deliverer. This deliverer is Jesus and the scarlet thread represents the shedding of his blood, tying the Old Testament to the New Testament. We are in the last quarter of our sermon series based on the Jesus Storybook Bible. When completed, our walk through the Bible will have taken us from creation and the Garden of Eden in Genesis 1 and 2 to the new creation the Holy City, the new Jerusalem in Revelation We will end this year-long series with a Jesus Storybook Bible Celebration on Sunday, July 27. For this final part of our series, we ask that you commit to memory Colossians 1:15-19, for He (God) is before all things and in him all things hold together. New Worship Series Our next worship series on the Heidelberg Catechism is coming soon. Stay tuned for Daily Bible Readings to keep your faith alive during the week. In the meantime, please refresh your spirit by reflecting on where we ve journeyed over the last year by reviewing our previous readings online at July 20, 2014 Welcome! Welcome to Madison Church, North Campus. We are a new worshiping community of Madison Square Church. Please stop by the welcome center next to the coffee station to learn about us and help us get to know you. Worship: 10 am Sunday God Is Good from Psalm 100 by Pastor Joy Bonnema Series: Soul Cries Offering Today: General, Christian Education Next week: General, Deacon Fund North Campus 1445 Emerald Avenue NE Children s Ministries There is a Nursery for ages 0-2 and early childhood care for ages 3-5. Children may be dropped off before the service begins. We also offer Children's Church for ages 6 through 5th grade. Kids in Children s Church will begin the service with the adults and can leave during the offering for a guided Bible story and reflection. For children who stay during the sermon, we also provide a weekly Children s Bulletin that is relevant to the sermon. Ask your Usher. If your children will be joining us in Nursery or Children's Church, please register them each week before the service. Madison Church Connections All campuses e-news: sign up on our website northoffice@madisonsquarechurch.org office: 9:30 am-5 pm Mon-Fri, 1434 Madison Ave. SE Evening Worship 6 pm Healing Service, with communion and healing prayer led by Pastor Joy Bonnema. Offering: Volunteers in Service (VIS) This service is at Madison s Square Campus: 1441 Madison Ave SE.

6 Centennial Celebration Calendar We ve Come this Far By Faith Madison will commemorate its 100+ years of history in August. We look forward to welcoming guest pastors and worship leaders each Sunday morning at the Square Campus as we celebrate God's faithfulness over the years. The Gathering Room (open from 8:30 am-1 pm) will have photographs to help tell Madison's story. Centennial Servers Refreshments will be served after morning worship services on Aug. 10, 17, and 24, and the evening service for the 24th. If you have the gift of hospitality, please help us extend Madison's welcome by providing and serving refreshments to celebrants. Contact Brenda Schuyler with questions at or or Aug. 3 9, 11 am Pastor Emmet Harrison with Shelli Fynewever and Gordon Griffin leading worship. Aug. 3 1 pm Multicultural Centennial Celebration Lunch at Garfield Park with our brothers and sisters from Providence Baptist Church. Aug. 10 9, 11 am Pastor Dave Sieplinga and worship leaders Jackie Venegas and Laura Pritchard. Aug am-10 pm St. Francis Xavier centennial celebration festival and concert with Tony Melendez. Madison is hosting a food booth (and we need helpers contact Brenda Becker at or bjfowler65@yahoo.com.) Aug. 17 9, 11 am Rev. Dr. Samuel B. Reeves and Madison s Gospel Choir Aug. 24 9, 11 am Pastor David Beelen with Ken Reynolds leading worship Aug pm "This Far By Faith" Concert with James Abney, then a reception for Madison alumni, guests, and you. News: Together with ALL Congregations New Elder Jacqueline Beber-Bey Jackie was voted in as a Ford Elder by 100% approval. The Ford congregation recognizes God's hand in your life and your call to leadership. We are certain your wisdom, strong faith, and deep compassion will be a tremendous blessing to Madison. We thank God for a spirit of unity in our church. A Place at the Table 4th Reformed Church (1226 Union Ave NE) is showing A Place at the Table, a film that explores the problem of food insecurity by weaving together stories of low-income Americans who struggle to put healthy food on the table, July 30 at 7:00 pm. A discussion will follow the documentary with refreshments provided. Contact Eric Schalk with questions at Sermon Notes For more information visit tinyurl.com/madison-centennial.