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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 stage The sound booth 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

ARC Alliance of Reformed Churches Reformed doctrine West Olive MI A Real Church of Real People Ottawa Reformed Church Welcome We believe that “church” is not a building. It is people in relationship with God because people matter. We seek to be a real church of real people living in a real world searching for real answers. Join us to discover more. October Preaching Schedule : 10/05. AM: Pastor Mike. PM: Dr Jim 10/12. AM: Dr Jim. PM: Pastor Mike 10/19. AM: Dr Jim. PM: Dr Jim 10/26. AM: Pastor Mike. PM: Dr Jim Morning Sermon Series: RESET Evening Sermon Series: THE GOSPEL OF MARK Student Registration Upcoming Events Calendar Sunday Worship Services: 9:30 AM & 5:00 PM Office hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Sermons Location Our Ministries Young Children NURSERY CHILDREN & WORSHIP SUNDAY SCHOOL CREW (Wednesday) VBS Youth JR. HIGH YOUTH SR. HIGH YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL GEMS/CADETS ( Wed.) PRAISE TEAM BIBLES & BOWS KIDS' ARCHERY ORC PLAYERS ORC DANCE Young Adults YAP PRAISE TEAM ORC PLAYERS ORC DANCE Adults MEN'S RECHARGE PRAISE TEAM BIBLE STUDIES HOME BIBLE STUDIES L.A.M.B. SINGLE WOMEN'S More... HAND2HAND HEALTH MINISTRIES KIDS HOPE LIBRARY MEN'S BASKETBALL ORC OUTDOORS BIBLES & BOWS TOOL TIME MINISTRIES WIT & WISDOM WOW KNITTING Giving

MINISTRIES John 7:16 - So Jesus answered them, "My teaching is not mine, but his who sent me." Our ministries are a very important part of who we are at Ottawa. Through our ministries, we serve infants thru adults and offer a a place where all can feel welcome, valued and cared for as they learn and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. Whether you're a new believer or grew up in the church, we invite you grow with us to become a deeply committed follower of Jesus. Our Ministries Young Children NURSERY CHILDREN & WORSHIP SUNDAY SCHOOL CREW (Wednesday) VBS Youth JR. HIGH YOUTH SR. HIGH YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL GEMS/CADETS ( Wed. ) PRAISE TEAM BIBLES & BOWS ORC PLAYERS ORC DANCE KIDS ARCHERY Young Adults YAP PRAISE TEAM ORC PLAYERS ORC DANCE Adults More... HAND2HAND HEALTH MINISTRIES KIDS HOPE LIBRARY MEN'S BASKETBALL ORC OUTDOORS TOOL TIME MINISTRIES WIT & WISDOM WOW KNITTING MEN'S RECHARGE PRAISE TEAM BIBLE STUDIES HOME BIBLE STUDIES L.A.M.B. SINGLE WOMEN So you want to volunteer? Learn how here! 2025-26 ORC LIGHT Brochure (class details & locations) Our Wednesday Night Offering, collected from September to December, will be used to purchase items for Operation Christmas Child, a Samaritan's Purse project. This international relief organization collects shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items. It delivers them around the world as a means of reaching children with the Good News of Jesus Christ. For many children, it is the first gift they will ever receive. Let's see how many shoeboxes we can put together! Student Registration Form Cancelation Information : In cases of inclement weather, a decision regarding cancelations will be made by 1:30 PM on Wednesdays. If Zeeland Public Schools are closed for the day, Wednesday Night Programs may or may not be canceled, depending on weather and road conditions as the day progresses. All Wednesday Night Programs are automatically canceled if students are sent home early from Zeeland Public Schools. Cancelations will be broadcast on the following stations: WZZM TV, WOOD TV, FOX 17 TV, and JOY99.3 FM radio. Wednesday Night Schedule Wednesday Nights

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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!

Hi! My name is Emily Raak. I graduated from Unity Christian High School in 2020 and Grand Valley State University in 2025 with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I am working at Borculo Christian School as an elementary paraprofessional.

Barb is in the office on Tuesdays. She has been married to Kevin (a lifelong member) since 1990. They have three children, Ashley and her husband Luke, Jason, Erica, and three grandchildren. Barb has served at Ottawa as a Senior High youth leader, in various Wednesday night programs, Sunday School, Hand2Hand and Praise Team. She enjoys bike riding, playing games and spending time with family.

Lori was born in Western Michigan and has made that her home. She is a mom of 4 adult children and has 4 grandchildren. She has been the Kids Hope USA director at Ottawa Reformed Church and Roosevelt Elementary School in Zeeland for over 21 years. Her life experiences have shaped her heart for people, and God is using this through KHU. Her primary responsibilities are to share the passion and vision of Kids Hope USA with Ottawa's members, recruiting, training and encouraging them as they meet and mentor with at-risk children at Roosevelt School and connecting with the KHU children and their families, reaching out to them through the love of Christ and His church. She enjoys her family, reading, traveling and meeting new people.

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