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We are glad you are interested in learning more about Ottawa Reformed Church. We hope you will join us soon to see for yourself what we are all about and find a place where you feel connected to God, God's Word, and His people. Worship Services We have a 9:30 AM blended morning service. The service is planned in coordination with a Biblical focus and theme of the day. You will see various clothing styles, from dresses and suits to more casual clothes, including t-shirts and jeans. Please wear what is comfortable to you: God is interested in our hearts, not in our clothes! We also have an evening service at 5:00 PM. Our Worship Mission Statement: to be led by the Spirit to create an atmosphere for engaging worship by acknowledging the fullness of God's worth and glory. If You Have Children We love children and want to care for them and teach them God's Word. Our infant and toddler nurseries are available during both the morning and evening worship service; greeters can help you find our nursery and introduce you to our nursery volunteers. Children ages three year old - Kindergarten are dismissed for Children & Worship after the children's message is given at the morning service. After the Morning Service After our 9:30 AM service, there is a short time of conversation and mingling over coffee and lemonade in our lobby and Meeting Grounds. During the school year (September through May), education classes for children and adults occur after our time of fellowship. Get Plugged In There are many different church activities and ministries where you can become involved. Please see our "Our Ministries " pages or visit our Hospitality Center in the church's lobby on Sunday for more information about getting plugged in at ORC. To connect with ministry leaders about participating or serving, please contact a member of our team . Our Location Ottawa Reformed Church is located at 11390 Stanton Street in West Olive, MI 49460. We are between 112th Avenue and 120th Avenue. Our phone number is (616) 512-9251.

Solidly Biblical, Deeply Spiritual, Passionate about Mission, Caring for All People Welcome to Ottawa! About Us Whether you've been part of a church your whole life or this is your first time finding our website, Ottawa Reformed Church has something for you. We encourage you to take the next step, visit us, and experience Ottawa for yourself. When you do, here is a little of what you can expect: the experience will engage, encourage, challenge, and enlighten you in God's Word and give guidance to your life in today's complex world. All children are welcome to worship with us. We have an inviting nursery for infants through toddlers staffed by caring adults and a "Children & Worship" program for 3 year olds to kindergarten. After the morning service, you can find classes for school-age children through High School taught by enthusiastic volunteers who are eager to share the joy of Christ. Along the way, check out one of our adult classes! Single, married, young or old, newlywed or empty-nesters, you will find friends at Ottawa Reformed Church. Most of all, we invite you to come grow your friendship with Christ here!

My name is Emily DeGlopper, I was born and raised at Ottawa Reformed. I have been involved with our Jr. high youth group for the last seven years and continue to be a part of that program as well as leading our Senior High program. I love being able to build relationships with the kids while also digging deeper into what it means to be a Christian and live like Christ alongside them in this world. In my free time I love to spend time with my boyfriend and our dog exploring and making memories. I love to be outside, whether that’s camping, kayaking, hunting, fishing, or sitting around a fire, I enjoy being in God’s creation with friends and family. “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9. This verse has been a constant reminder for me that no matter where I go or what happens in life, God is right there beside me and leading me through.

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Ottawa Reformed Church is located at 11390 Stanton Street in West Olive, MI 49460. We are between 112th Avenue and 120th Avenue. You can contact us at (616) 512-9251.

How you can give and help our church and our community Giving page top In Person Attend one of our services on Sunday and you can have an opportunity to give when the offering plate is passed through your seating. You may place cash, checks, or giving envelopes in the offering plate. BY MAIL Mail your check to: Ottawa Reformed Church 11390 Stanton Street West Olive, MI 49460 Attn: Treasurer ONLINE We have partnered with Tithe.ly as a safe and easy method of online giving. You can give to Ottawa Reformed Church online through Credit, Debit and ACH bank transactions as well as choose the frequency of your giving. Whether you forgot your checkbook, you're sick, or you embrace the digital world, online giving is a great tool to give to ORC at any time. Go to Tithe.ly ways to give: In Person Attend one of our services on Sunday and you can have an opportunity to give when the offering plate is passed through your seating. You may place cash, checks, or giving envelopes in the offering plate. ONLINE We have partnered with Tithe.ly as a safe and easy method of online giving. You can give to Ottawa Reformed Church online through credit, debit and ACH bank transactions and choose the frequency of your giving. Online giving is a convenient way to give to ORC at any time. Or...take out a specified amount from your bank account based on an established schedule using an E-tithing Authorization Form thru ACH bank transactions. Go to Tithe.ly BY MAIL Mail your check to: Ottawa Reformed Church 11390 Stanton Street West Olive, MI 49460 Attn: Treasurer QR CODE Scan this QR code to make a new pledge to our Building Project. Ways to Give more ways to get involved kids hope Kids Hope USA is a one-on-one mentoring opportunity where mentors spend one hour a week with their student who is considered an 'at-risk' elementary school child. We follow the "One Child, One Hour, One Church, One School at a time" of Kids Hope USA. Ottawa is partnered with Roosevelt Elementary School in the Zeeland community. More about Kids Hope at ORC. Hand2hand Hand2Hand Ministries is a resource for children at Roosevelt School facing hunger over the weekend. Healthy food is provided for these children so they have a greater opportunity to succeed academically, emotionally, and physically. More about Hand2Hand at ORC . More Ways to Get Involved community and Global GATEWAY mission Ottawa Reformed Church works with the Gateway Mission, along with other area churches, to help meet the needs of our community, individuals and families. There are various ways to receive assistance or get involved and volunteer through Biblically based programs and services. Opportunities through the Holland Rescue Mission include: Emergency Shelter Assistant, Facilities Assistant, Mentoring, Thrift Store Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Barber/Beautician, and more. Love inc Ottawa Reformed Church works with Love INC , along with other area churches, to help meet the needs of our community, individuals and families. There are various ways to receive assistance or get involved and volunteer. Opportunities through Love INC. include: prayer, Life Skill Program, bike repair, food pantry, furniture, work search, New to You store, transportation, medical equipment, car repair, new closet, Christmas assistance, Love N Stitches, ESL and SKILL (Showing Kindness in Labors of Love) small home repair projects. Our local Love INC GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT Missions - The people of Ottawa are committed to serving with their skills to meet needs both locally and around the globe. Supported Missionaries & Missions - Larry Barber (Church of Grace) Austin & Tate Bonnema, (Overland Missions) Campus Ministries (Grand Valley State Univ. ) CranHill Ranch Mission India Multiplication Network Ministries Daniel (GlobalGrace Fellowship ) Right to Life of Holland Brian & Sheryl Roby (Mission to the World ) Jacob Tornga (Int'l Assoc. for Refugees ) Chad & Dara Vanden Bosh - Mozambique (Audio Scripture Ministries) Western Theological Seminary Words of Hope, Grand Rapids, MI Barbara Yandell (Horizons International ) Supported Missionaries & Missions - Larry Barber (Church of Grace) Austin & Tate Bonnema , (Overland Missions) Campus Ministries (Grand Valley State Univ. ) CranHill Ranch Mission India Multiplication Network Ministries Daniel (GlobalGrace Fellowship ) Right to Life of Holland Brian & Sheryl Roby (Mission to the World ) Jacob Tornga (Int'l Assoc. for Refugees ) Chad & Dara Vanden Bosh - Mozambique (Audio Scripture Ministries) Western Theological Seminary Words of Hope, Grand Rapids, MI Barbara Yandell (Horizons International ) Community & Global

We are excited to share that on Sunday, April 6, 2025, we broke ground on our new sanctuary! It is our prayer that God will bless this endeavor and that this addition will bless our members and the surrounding community. We invite you to come and see how God is working within Ottawa Reformed Church! We give all the glory and honor to God! Construction has begun!! April 2025 The new handicapped ramp Removing the grass island and steps Removing the carport South end Fill for new sanctuary May 2025 Trenching for the footings for the new sanctuary Trenching for the footings for the new sanctuary May 12, 2025 Preparing for the footings for the East side of the new sanctuary Pouring the footings for the South side of the new sanctuary Pouring the footings alongside the Meeting Grounds Pouring the footings for the East side of the new sanctuary Pouring the footings alongside the Meeting Grounds Poured footings for the East side of the new sanctuary May 16, 2025 Pouring the South sanctuary wall Every little boy's dream! A great big sandbox! Forms for the West side of the sanctuary Pouring the South sanctuary wall The ramp was built to get the excavator into the sanctuary New carpet in the GRACE Center gym May 23, 2025 Whatcha thinking, Pastor Jim? Windows of the current offices will become part of the women's restroom West side of the church Standing on the South wall of the new sanctuary looking North June 10, 2025 The new sanctuary facing west Placing the beams Placing the beams This is the doorway to the men's bathroom June 19, 2025 The new sanctuary facing north The new sanctuary facing northeast The new sanctuary facing west The new sanctuary facing north The new sanctuary facing west The new sanctuary facing north June 26, 2025 Steel walls are going up! July 10, 2025 July 15, 2025 Laying pipeline for the roof's water removal Pipeline facing north Facing east Facing northwest Drive up canopy Facing north July 17, 2025 This will be the new Hospitality Center Looking north from the south wall of the new sanctuary Looking south into the sanctuary July 23, 2025 New concrete poured! Facing south New concrete poured! Facing east New concrete poured! Facing north New concrete poured! Facing west July 31, 2025 East side South side West side South wall of the sanctuary, building the stage The new lobby area Looking into the sanctuary from the lobby August 7, 2025 The new lobby area looking east Stage and stairs on the south wall Look at these stunning windows! They have a cross design! East wall and the beautiful cross windows The brick on the east wall is complete Brick laying continues on the south wall Brickwork has started on the east side of the new sanctuary August 14, 2025 The current sanctuary sliders are being replaced with stationary windows and a new exit door The current sanctuary sliders are being replaced with stationary windows and a new exit door Brickwork has started on the east side of the new sanctuary Brickwork continues on the south side of the new sanctuary Windows on the east side of the new sanctuary have been installed Drywall is being installed on the west wall of the new sanctuary Roll-up fire doors have been installed Drywall is being installed on the east wall of the new sanctuary August 21, 2025 The new windows and exit door are complete Brickwork continues on the west side Brickwork is complete on the south side The east entrance doors are being installed Vertical siding is being installed on the north side The stage storage area is being framed in on the west side The stage storage area is being framed in on the east side The drywall on the sanctuarys' north wall is being taped The stage storage area on the west side The stage storage area on the east side August 28, 2025 Brickwork continues on the east side Stone caps have been placed on top of the brickwork and windowsills The wing walls on the front of the church have been removed. They will be replaced with new brick. Bricks are being laid to surround the columns of the west entrance Brickwork continues on the west side North wall of the new sanctuary Framing on the east side of the stage area continues Drywall installation continues in the new lobby The sound booth in the new sanctuary is being framed September 4, 2025 Reroofing of the current sanctuary is underway. The vertical siding on the north side of the new sanctuary is complete. Vertical siding on the west side of the new sanctuary is in progress Reroofing of the current sanctuary is underway Storage area on the east side of the stage The sound booth The stage September 11, 2025 Work continues on the roof and vertical siding on west side of sanctuary is complete Vertical siding is complete on the south side. Work continues on the soffit. Electrical work continues inside. Drywall continues and priming has begun. September 18, 2025 New carport looking south New carport looking north New carport roof and entrance New lobby looking west from the east entrance Southwest side of the new sanctuary Southeast side of the new sanctuary The new Hospitality Center North wall of the new sanctuary. The sound booth is on the left. East wall of the new sanctuary September 25, 2025 The vertical siding on the new carport is complete. Light fixtures have also been installed. The vertical siding is complete on the south side of the new sanctuary. Light fixtures have also been installed. The installation of vertical siding on the east side of the new sanctuary continues. Light fixtures are also being installed. The ceiling in the new sanctuary is being sprayed with acoustic foam insulation. The ceiling in the new sanctuary is being sprayed with acoustic foam insulation. The wood area is being prepared for stacked limestone The west side backstage storage area The wood area is being prepared for stacked limestone October 2, 2025 Adding fascia Progress on the west entrance car ramp Southwest side of the new sanctuary The wheelchair ramp is now facing north to make room for a permanent structure The grid for the ceiling in the new sanctuary is being installed New lobby looking east The grid for the ceiling in the new sanctuary is being installed Southeast side of the new sanctuary October 9, 2025 Fascia work continues The roof is complete! Still waiting on the panels to finish the vertical siding by the east entrance Interior door & window frames between the new sanctuary and the new lobby are being installed The second set of door frames on the new east and west entrances are being installed. The ceiling gridwork in the new lobby has begun. Interior door & window frames between the new sanctuary and the new lobby. Looking north. Ceiling gridwork in the new sanctuary continues. Interior door & window frames between the new sanctuary and the new lobby are being installed. October 16, 2025 Snow melt is being installed on the new handicap ramp Snow melt is being installed on the west side steps Awnings were attached to the new sanctuary windows Snow melt has been installed and concrete sidewalk has been poured Snow melt has been installed and concrete sidewalk has been poured The sidewalk on the south side of the new sanctuary has been poured October 23, 2025 Asphalt and sidewalk on the east side of the new sanctuary Wood trim is being installed on the beams in the new sanctuary The wood ceiling cloud has been installed over the stage Wood trim has been installed on the windowsills The ceiling clouds are nearly complete The ceiling clouds are nearly complete Snowmelt steps and sidewalk at the west entrance West carport and ramp West ramp The second layer of asphalt on the parking lot October 30, 2025 All of the exterior doors have been installed The exterior siding is complete The exterior doors to the lobby have been installed The ceiling in the lobby is being installed (looking west) The screen is being installed The trim details are being installed in the sanctuary The ceiling in the lobby is being installed (looking east) The limestone is being installed (east side) November 13, 2025 The fascia on the existing sanctuary has been replaced to match the wings They are preparing to fill in the brick on the front of the church and outdoor stage area New rain gutters are being installed The wood ceiling tiles have been installed in the new entrances. The same wood ceiling tiles will replace the white ceiling tiles in the new lobby when they arrive in February. The new lobby looking east. The new lobby and Welcome Center. Pews are being installed in the new sanctuary. The wood trim is being stained. Electrical work continues. Pews waiting to be refitted. Our current sanctuary is ready for worship with temporary chairs. Bibles will be at the doors. November 20, 2025 Brick has been installed where the wings were removed. Bricks have been installed on the outdoor patio walls New brick Carpet is being installed in the new lobby. Lacquer is being sprayed on the wood trim. Carpet in the backstage hallway. Carpet is being installed in the new lobby. Carpet is being installed and the pews are being set in place. Carpet down the center aisle of the new sanctuary. Carpet and pews on the west side of the new sanctuary. The lobby looking west. The stage carpet is being installed. November 26, 2025 The new Welcome Center area Wood stained doors have been installed on the mechanical rooms The cross has been hung. The entry carpet has been installed December 4, 2025 The new lobby's south wall has been wallpapered, sconces are hung, and the sanctuary doors are in place. The cross has been backlit. The new screen is being tested. Future site for the organ. Back screen in the new sanctuary. The new Welcome Center. Deciding on the new coat racks. Looking south into the new sanctuary. December 11, 2025 Testing out the fire door from the old lobby to the new lobby. Testing out the fire door from the new lobby to the old lobby. Handrails are being installed One of the existing memorial stones has been placed at the west entrance. Landscape work has been done on the handicap ramp. Handrails are ready to install. Landscape work has been done on the handicap ramp. Handrails are ready to install. Handrails are being installed. The edging was installed on the carpet. Handrails are being installed on the stage handicap ramp. Handrail and edging on the steps. Handrails are ready to be installed. December 21, 2025 We are worshipping in our new sanctuary! PRAISE GOD for his abundant blessings! Stay informed on our new "RENOVATION" page for updated photos of our current facility remodeling.

Dan began his position at Ottawa in June 2019. He and his wife Rachel have three children — Aubrey, Tyler, and Lauren. Outside of work, Dan enjoys woodworking, painting and finishing cabinets and furniture, spending time with his wife and kids, golfing, camping, and working in the garden. Dan enjoys working at ORC to be able to keep God’s house clean so that we may worship together in the best environment possible. “I am pleased with the amazing facility we have, and I am proud to represent ORC. Always on my mind is Philippians 4:13, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Young Adults Young Adult People (YAP) YAP is dinner, Bible Study, and discussion for all Young Adult People age 18-30. Join us as we grow spiritually and have awesome fellowship with lots of fun! We meet the third Sunday of every month, 6:30-8:00 PM, from September through April. #growingspiritually #awesomefellowship #lotsoffun Praise Team ORC Players The Ottawa Reformed Church Players is a collection of youth and young adults that express their love for Christ through acting, dance and song. The group consists of up to 30 people between the ages of 5 through early twenties. The make-up is not only members and friends of ORC but, also represents kids from surrounding communities. The group puts on a number of different types of quality performances throughout the year. Shows range from full scale plays with singing and dancing at local theaters, to smaller performances during church worship services. ORC Players is open to any youth with or without experience. The group consists of a nice combination of experienced actors and actresses, and people with little to no experience. No auditions needed - just the desire to have fun & entertain! ORC Dance Dance class is on Monday evenings in February, March and April. Boys and girls, ages 5 and up, of all skill level are welcome to join. Class will be from 6:30-7:30 PM and is located in the Grace Center Gym. This is a fun class that helps kids learn gymnastics skills, dance technique, social skills - all while worshiping Jesus Christ! Praise Team generally meets on Wednesday evenings to practice for Sunday morning service. This is not a team for professionals. In fact, it's a team for "all in" Jesus lovin' people who wanna use their gift of music to praise the One who gave His gift to us and help prepare the hearts of people to receive the spoken word of God. Age is just a number ... so if you love Jesus, you're the perfect age for this team! Contact Kristin to join! kbredeweg@ottawareformed.org

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More... Hand2Hand Hand2Hand Ministries is a resource for children at Roosevelt School facing hunger over the weekend. Healthy food is provided for these children so they have a greater opportunity to succeed academically, emotionally, and physically. See this list of needed items. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated. "I want to thank everyone who has been giving all along. Without you, this program would not work!! Thank you - Kim D". Health Team Ministries The Health Team Ministry at Ottawa Reformed Church is an avenue to address spiritual, emotional, and physical health issues. This Ministry is supported by Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital and relies on volunteer support from members. Some of the things that the Health Team Ministry does: Provides general health-related information for the congregation and surrounding community. Supports our "Medical Assistance Team" while enhancing their services to ORC. The Medical Assistance Team provides medical assistance during church functions and services. Brings various health information and displays to events held at Ottawa. Conducts blood pressure screenings at various ministry events. We are always looking for people interested in coordinating health programs to serve on our team committee. Our Health Team & Medical Assistance Team is led by Elisabeth Vander Zwaag. Kids Hope Kids Hope USA is a partnership that builds bridges between churches and their local elementary schools. At Ottawa Reformed, we partner with children, parents, and teachers from Roosevelt Elementary School in Zeeland. Our goal is to help children at the time in their lives when values are formed, self-esteem is developed, and basic academic skills are acquired. These are very critical years, and we want to help by pairing up children with a positive adult mentor from Ottawa Reformed Church. Learn more about becoming a mentor or prayer partner for Ottawa’s KHUSA ministry or contact Lori Geerts. Library "Check out" our collection of fiction, non-fiction, teen, t'ween and children's books. Our non-fiction section is filled with devotionals, spiritual & family books. We've recently expanded our teen & t'ween fiction sections with many new exciting series. We are constantly adding to our existing series and adding new authors. We have over 100 family friendly DVD's & VHS tapes and over 150 children's DVD's & VHS tapes. Check out our PUZZLE LIBRARY also! Men's Basketball Men's Basketball meets in the winter months beginning December 4, 2025. Join us Thursday nights at 6:30 PM in the GRACE Center gym. Please see calendar for exact dates. Contact Kevin Bekius with any questions. ORC Outdoors The ORC Outdoors group is an outreach to bring men, women and children who enjoy being out in God's creation together for various events. Whether it's hunting, fishing, or just taking a hike in the woods, we love to participate in activities that allow us to enjoy God's great creation! Some events hosted by ORC Outdoors include: archery league, wild game dinners, auctions, Bibles & bows, clay pigeon shoots, fishing tournaments, and sledding at Pigeon Creek Park. For more information email "orcoutdoors@gmail.com" . Tool Time Ministries What is Tool Time Ministry? The Bible makes it clear that there are a wide variety of “gifts” given to believers by the Holy Spirit, I Corinthians 12 and Romans 12. One of these gifts is the gift of “service” Romans 12:7. “Service” has a wide meaning, but it means “doing for others what they cannot do for themselves.” There will always be people who need help because their physical and/or financial circumstances do not allow them to do the tasks for themselves. Our members and neighbors look to the church for our help. That's where Tool Time Ministries comes in. Wit & Wisdom The Wit & Wisdom group is open to anyone who is "retired" (62 or over) and would like a place to plug in and get to know some of the other Seniors at Ottawa. We have a diverse group of people attending our events; couples, singles, widowed, or some have a spouse that doesn't care to attend. We're sure you'll feel comfortable no matter what situation you're in. We offer an assortment of events that we enjoy. Some are outings and some are held right at Ottawa Reformed Church. If you can only come to a specific event or two, or all of them, we'd love to get to know you better as we enjoy fun and fellowship together. Wit & Wisdom usually meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month but watch our church bulletin, calendar, and/or the west bulletin board in the church's lobby for exact dates on upcoming events! WOW Knitting (Winning Ottawa Women) This knitting group simply meets to knit "together" both their knitting projects and their relationships. They often make prayer shawls, or other items for those in need. WOW Knitting offers knitting and crocheting and generally meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month in the church library at 7:00 PM. Please watch the calendar for specific dates. Women of any age and experience level are welcome! Contact Sandy DeGlopper for more information. Kids Hope Hand2Hand

Jim grew up in Lapeer, Michigan and his wife, Linda, grew up in Beaverdam. They met at SpringHill Camps in Evart while Jim was at Hope College and Linda was at Calvin College. Jim and Linda married in 1987 and immediately moved to New Jersey to pursue master’s degrees; Jim at Princeton Theological Seminary and Linda at Rutgers University. In 1990, they moved to Scotland so that Jim could complete his PhD in Theology at the University of St. Andrews. Jim has served as the lead pastor of First Reformed Church of Rocky Hill in New Jersey, Lakeland Reformed Church in Vicksburg, Michigan, and New Hope Community Church in Gilbert, Arizona. He has served as an executive pastor for Centerpoint Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan and for the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, California. He was installed at Ottawa Reformed Church on July 28, 2019. He also currently serves as the chairman of the board of trustees for Western Theological Seminary, and he is an adjunct professor for Fuller Theological Seminary. Jim and Linda have four children, Adam, who is married to Julia; Elisabeth, who is married to Ian; Zachary; and Joshua. Jim loves running, biking, hiking, and kayaking. He is excited to be at Ottawa Reformed to share the good news of the Gospel through preaching and teaching and to equip the church for the work of ministry.