CHURCH NEWS:
Church Christmas Dinner and Sunday School Program – a Big Thank You goes out to all those involved with the dinner and program last Sunday. The Sunday School did an excellent job presenting the program. And to those involved in preparing the dinner & desserts - Delicious as usual!!

Reminder: Youth Group will not be meeting tonight.

Sunday School Update: The Sunday School will not have classes on Sunday, Dec. 28th nor Sunday, Jan. 4th. Thank You

Reminder: We will not have blood pressure readings for the month of January. Kathy DeGroot had knee replacement surgery this past Monday. Please keep her in your prayers for speedy recovery from surgery.

Library Update: Many new books have been added to our wonderful Library. Please see today’s insert for the list of books that have been added. Thank You

Poinsettias: If you donated a Poinsettia for the holiday season, and would like to take one home with you, please feel free to do so today. Thank You

For Emergency Purposes: In case of emergency, please contact your Shepherding Elder. Should you wish to contact Rev. Oord call him at: 616-401-6481.

It’s that time of year again - Please check your information in the Directory and update as needed. The directory is on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Please make any changes there.

80+ Birthday List – If you are reaching that special milestone in life and would like your name added to the 80+ Birthday List, please let me know. I will certainly add your name to this special list. Thanks – Carole

Reminder: Next Sunday, Jan 4th, is the Installation of the newly elected Elders and Deacons.
Elders: Brian Schurman, Jack Leffring 
Deacons: Bob Sikma, Fred Schultz

Reminder: Exiting Committee chairs please have a meeting with new committee chairs to brief them on 2026 duties, responsibilities and any current activities your committee is involved in. Thank You

Thank You: Just a note to say thank you to all those who gave me such good tasting goodies, cards, gifts and good wishes for Christmas. I am so blessed. Thank You, Carole

Old Hymnals: The old hymnals are now located on the bottom book shelf in the Lab. Please feel free to take as many copies as you wish. Thank You

Evangelism Station: Check out the new items in the Evangelism Station in the Narthex. There are options for children and adults. Please take and use any items as you share the Good News! Enjoy

Upcoming Dates:
Sunday, Jan. 4th : Installation of Elders & Deacons
Sunday, Jan. 11th : Communion Sunday
Monday, Jan. 12: 10:00 AM - Bible Study