March 30, April 6 and April 13: Across these three Sundays, we will facilitate discussion around three broad topics. Preparing for death; Physical changes/challenges later in life; Mental health changes/challenges later in life. Each meeting will begin at 11:30, after service, and will include a simple lunch. These meetings are designed to focus on discussion, as […]
Mondays March 10-April 14, 2025. Come at 5 PM to share a simple meal. The study will begin at 5:30. We will be sharing together in reading and discussing Meeting Jesus at the Table by Cynthia M Campbell and Christine Coy Fohr. The book is available online or through your favorite local bookstore. Let Pastor […]
We will share readings and prayers, choral music and commemoration of the Last Supper, as we hold the tension between Jesus’ life and ministry and the crucifixion to come. We end with prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane — will we remain awake with him in prayer? Art by Reverend Heather Thum Gerber
We will sit with the ones who stayed, those who walked with Jesus all the way to the tomb. Following ancient tradition, the sanctuary will be gradually darkened and stripped of adornment as we remember Jesus' final hours before his death. We will leave the sanctuary in silence and shadows as we hold that grief, […]
Held at the Pine Island Chapel, this ancient service looks to the resurrection in a reflective and creative way. Fire, water, candles, scripture and music will serve as tools to remember God’s deliverance and grace.
Lo! Jesus meets us risen from the tomb; lovingly he greets us, scatters fear and gloom. Let the church with gladness hymns of triumph sing, for the Lord now liveth; death hath lost its sting. ~ “Thine is the Glory” Art by Rev. Heather Thum-Gerber
If we work together, we can end world hunger. That's why we're participating in the CROP Hunger Walk to support CWS and help families who are struggling with hunger. Please join us with your steps and your donations. Together we will provide more meals for the growing number of people in our community who need […]
The Kalamazoo Community Chorale (KCC) began in 1934 as the Mother Singers, comprised primarily of mothers seeking an opportunity to participate in choral music activities without the requirement of an audition or an extensive musical background. Today, the Chorale consists of 60-75 members who come from the greater Kalamazoo area. The Chorale is comprised of […]
A memorial service for Carol Payne-Smith will be held in the Sanctuary at 3 PM, Saturday, May 3, 2025
A memorial service for Gary Elfring will be held in the Sanctuary on May 3, 2025 at 7 PM
There will be a memorial service for Martha Ford in the Sanctuary at Noon on May 9th.