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Michelle Bekius is our Children's Education Director. Michelle has been a member of Ottawa Reformed Church for over 27 years, where she met her husband, Craig, a lifelong member of Ottawa. They married in 1997 and have four children: Daniel, Isaiah, Rebekah, and Joshua. Michelle has enjoyed working part-time in the church office administratively, co-coordinating our GEMS program, coordinating our Wednesday Night Children's ministry, and teaching in various ministries over the years. She currently co-leads our Young Adult ministry, volunteers as a Kids Hope USA mentor, and sings on the praise team. Michelle is excited to be a part of the Education Team because she is passionate about telling others about Jesus and sharing His love with everyone she meets.

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 services on our main floor; 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 Fellowship Hall. 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 Welcome Center in the church's south 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.

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Our Mission Loving and leading people to live for Jesus Our Vision A Community of love for the community we love Our Core Values Solidly Biblical, Deeply Spiritual, Passionate about Mission, Caring for All People Our Statement of Faith view statement

Adults LAMB (L earning A bout M y B ible ) LAMB Bible Study is a group for women of all ages. They are currently studying the "CHRISTIAN CHARACTER" Bible Study guide. LAMB Bible Study meets in the GRACE Center, Room 105, on Tuesday mornings from 9:30-10:30 AM beginning in September. Please check the calendar for exact dates. Seek justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. Micah 6:8 Men's Recharge Men of all ages are welcome to join as we engage in Bible discussion, enjoy a light breakfast, share fellowship, and spend time in prayer. We meet in the Fellowship Hall on the church's main level on Tuesday mornings at 5:30 AM. This Bible study is led by various men. Praise Team 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 for 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 Mom's Play Group Mom's Play Group is where moms can come for fellowship with other moms while their kids play in our indoor gym. We usually meet monthly and sometimes will do special outings or activities. Please check the calendar for specific dates. Stud Finders Stud Finders welcomes all men, especially young men, who want to be deeply and firmly established in their faith and strong in their Biblical convictions. Stud Finders are studying the book of Romans and meet on Wednesday evenings at 8:15 PM . Home Bible Studies Adult Bible Study groups meet on a monthly basis in the homes of Ottawa families to study God's Word together, ask questions, and grow in relationship with one another. The Single Women's Bible Study The Single Women’s Bible Study is open to all single women. It is Bible study, lunch, and much more. Together we share our joys and concerns as single women, uplifting each other in fellowship and prayer. This study meets on the third Sunday of the month , at the home of Beverly Jaarsma following the morning service. Please check the calendar for dates.

Youth Jr. High Youth Sunday School is a place for middle school students to deepen their understanding of who God is, the Bible, and the church's beliefs. We meet on Sunday mornings in the GRACE Center, Room 104, from 11:00-11:45 AM. ______________________________________________ Junior High Youth Group is for students in 7th & 8th grade. Join us on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Youth Room of the church's lower level. We meet September 16, 2026 - March 31, 2027. Please see our church calendar for exact dates. Our time together consists of games, teaching, and small groups. We play a variety of games to build friendships. During our teaching time, we focus on the Great Commandment: How to love God, love others, and love ourselves. Small groups are when the night's teachings are discussed and applied to help students grow in relationships with other believers. Other opportunities include fun events, local service projects, and a winter retreat. Join us as we learn about God together! Friends are always welcome! Sr. High Youth Sunday School is a place for high school students to deepen their understanding of who God is, the Bible, and the church's beliefs. We meet in the Youth Room in the church's lower level from 11:00-11:45 AM. Senior High Youth Group is for students in 9th-12th grade. Join us on Sunday nights from 6:15-8:00 PM in the Youth Room in the church's lower level, September 13, 2026 - April 25, 2027. Please see the calendar for exact dates. Our time together consists of games, teaching, and small groups. We play a variety of games to build friendships. During our teaching time, we focus on the Great Commandment: How to love God, love others, and love ourselves. Small groups are when the night's teachings are discussed and applied to help students grow in relationships with other believers. Other opportunities include fun events, local service projects, a winter retreat, and a summer mission trip. Join us as we learn about God together! Friends are always welcome! GEMS - Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior Ottawa Reformed GEMS invites girls in 2nd-6th grades who are hungry for truth to venture with us! We meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 PM in the GRACE Center from September 16, 2026, through March 31, 2027. Please see our church calendar for exact dates. This year’s theme is “Wayfinder: Following the Way, the Truth, and the Life.” Girls everywhere are being led astray by dangerous cultural trail signs such as "Follow your heart, Speak your own truth, Be you." Wayfinder: Following the Way, the Truth, and the Life teaches us that Jesus is the only Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6). We will be equipped to navigate life with the living Word of God as our trustworthy compass! Special activities include a fall pumpkin walk, badge-earning, craft projects, the Pinewood Derby, and more! Cadets The Ottawa Reformed Cadets is for boys in 2nd-6th grades. Our Cadet ministry is led by a committed group of men who maintain a goal of leading boys to walk in the light of Jesus Christ. We meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 PM in the GRACE Center from September 16, 2026, through March 31, 2027. Please see our church calendar for exact dates. Activities include a lesson from our Quest Bible Lesson and time used to earn badges, build crafts, or explore God's creation. Special events include camping trips, Fall Fun Fest, Snow Derby, and the Pinewood Derby. The official sport of our Cadet group is Dodgeball! Kids' Archery League meets on Tuesday evenings from January to February. We meet in the GRACE Center gym from 6:30-7:30 PM. Bring your own compound or traditional bow or use one of ours! Kids' Archery League Bibles & Bows involves archery & Bible study! All adults and children 10 years old and older accompanied by an adult are welcome to come shoot. Following the “bows”, any or all persons that came to shoot are encouraged to join us in studying God’s Word. Join us for six weeks on Tuesday evenings in the GRACE Center gym. Bibles & Bows meet February to April. Archery is from 6:30-7:15, Bible Study from 7:15-8:00. Pastor Mike is teaching from "Parables: The Greatest Stories Ever Told". We hope you will join us! This offering is supported by ORC Outdoors. For more information, email orcoutdoors@gmail.com . Bibles & Bows ORC Dance ORC Dance is not currently meeting . Dance class is for boys and girls, ages 5 and up. All skill levels are welcome to join. This is a fun class that helps kids learn gymnastics skills, dance technique, social skills - all while worshiping Jesus Christ! ORC Players ORC Players is not currently meeting. 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 20's. 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!

Mon, Sep 23 | Ottawa Reformed Church Michigan CPL Class RSVP Time & Location Sep 23, 2024, 5:00 PM – Sep 28, 2024, 12:00 PM Ottawa Reformed Church, 11390 Stanton St, West Olive, MI 49460, USA About the event A Michigan CPL Class is being offered, taught by Kelly Bradfield, a USCCA Certified instructor. Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey. This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident. The class will cover: Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan Self-Defense Firearms Basics Shooting Fundamentals Gear and Gadgets The Legal Use of Force Violent Encounters and the Aftermath Basic and Advanced Skills Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters. Class Dates: (Class requirements - 5 hours in-class time, 3 hours range time) Class option #1 - Monday, September 9, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM - GRACE Center, room 104 Saturday, September 14, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM - One hour of class time in GRACE Center, room 104 & three hours of range time off-site Class option #2 - Monday, September 23, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM - GRACE Center, room 104 Saturday, September 28, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM - One hour of class time in GRACE Center, room 104 & three hours of range time off-site Cost: $100 Pre-Registration Required: Michigan CPL | USCCA Training (usconcealedcarry.com) Feel free to contact Kelly Bradfield by email at kb41360.kb@gmail.com or by phone at 616.638.8345 with questions. Show More RSVP Share this event

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