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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. November Preaching Schedule : 11/2. AM: Dr Jim. PM: Pastor Mike 11/9. AM: Dr Jim. PM: Luke Nagelkirk 11/16. AM: John Collier. PM: Dr Jim 11/23. AM: Pastor Mike. PM: Dr. Jim 11/26. Thanksgiving Eve Service 7:00 PM: Pastor Mike 11/30. AM: Dr Jim & Pastor Mike. PM: Dr. Jim 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

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.

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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

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 "ROMANS" 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 Meeting Grounds Room 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 The Single Women's Bible Study Home Bible Studies 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 once a month at the home of Beverly Jaarsma following the morning service. Please check the calendar for dates. 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.

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. Watch our church bulletin, calendar, and/or the west bulletin board in the church's lobby for details 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

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tHE lIBRARY AT orc "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 too! Ottawa Reformed Church has a library that offers many books, books on tape, videos, tapes and CD's, available for all ages. The Library is staffed following each worship service. Stay connected with Ottawa family and friends through Facebook. vISIT US ON FACEBOOK

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 in the Junior High Room in the GRACE Center (GC 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 17, 2025 - March 25, 2026. 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 14, 2025 - April 26, 2026. 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 welcomes girls in 2nd-6th grades. We meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 PM in the GRACE Center from September 17, 2025 through March 25, 2026. Please see our church calendar for exact dates. This year’s theme is “Walk on Water: Stepping Out to Trust Our Faithful God.” “Girls everywhere are battling the storms of life, being tossed and turned by waves of lies, doubt, and fear. We’ll discover how ordinary people trusted an extraordinary God and lived for Him, even amid life’s storms. We will be inspired to trust God’s faithfulness and confidently step out in faith as we discover His consistent character throughout Scripture.” This year’s theme verse is Deuteronomy 7:9 “Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.” Special activities include a fall pumpkin walk, 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 17, 2025 thru March 25, 2026. 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 Dodge Ball! Kids' Archery League meets in January and 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!