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Japan

chris — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 21:02:23 +0000

Sunday we prayed together for the people of Japan. But it doesn’t have to end there. A number of trustworthy agencies are on the ground supplying aid to the Japanese people The body of churches that we belong to – the Reformed Church in America – is also providing resources and supplies. You can read more and donate by clicking here.

she::food and fashion

chris — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 14:21:51 +0000

The first ever Branch women’s breakfast is happening January 15 at 9AM here at the building. This is an event you don’t want to miss.

We have an amazing speaker coming in to give us our very own “what not to wear” session. But we don’t want to limit the fun to just Branch women. Please feel free to invite sisters, moms, friends, and co-workers. This is an easy missional opportunity.

Reservations are a must for this special event and there will be a $3/person charge. To RSVP, contact Kara DelCarmen (kfdelcarmen@hotmail.com; 247-3522) or sign up on Sundays.

Camping

chris — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:42:13 +0000

It’s not too late to join the over 20 people who are headed to PJ Hoffmaster State campground on September 10-12. Sites are still available. To reserve yours, e-mail chris@thebranchonline.org.

Fantasy Football

chris — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:54:26 +0000

Attention football geeks (as well as those who giggle every time they hear that “tight end” is a position in football) — the Branch is having a fantasy football league. It actually has little to do with the competition and more with relationship. The draft is happening Sunday, August 21st, immediately after worship. We’ll provide lunch, and participation in the league is free.

Space is limited: please e-mail Chris if you plan on joining us: chris@thebranchonline.org

Jesus of Nazareth (8)

chris — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 02:20:55 +0000

Week 8: John 20

Jesus of Nazareth

chris — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 14:20:42 +0000

During this series we’re hoping to, in the words of Eugene Peterson, ‘eat this book’. We want to chew on the words of Scripture so that they begin to seep deep into our souls. Below, you’ll find the ‘story of the week’. We hope you’ll join us for the journey.

April 12-18: Luke 24

she::gathers

chris — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:41:55 +0000

Women are invited to gather at the Electric Cheetah on Monday, March 1 – 7-9PM. she::gathers is a chance to share food and life. Whether you’re new to the Branch or a veteran — you are invited. We hope to see you there. For a map, click here .

30 Days to Live (1)

chris — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:48:27 +0000

Week 1: Living in the Moment

James 4:13-17

After spending time in prayer for Haiti, we dove into the first week of this powerful series.

Help for Haiti

chris — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:13:01 +0000

As we’ve watched the images and heard the stories from Haiti, our hearts have been broken. We mourn the devastation and the loss. But we also know that we are called to act. We join our voices with our brothers and sisters in Haiti who are crying out to God for mercy and provision. And we join the effort to save and restore lives. If you’re wondering how you can get involved, you’ll find a number of tangible ways below:

Assemble and ship hygiene kits through Church World Service

Assemble and ship baby kits through Church World Service

The denomination we are connected to has a presence in Haiti and already has people on the ground. They are distributing water, food, shelter and blankets as we speak.

Join a Grand Rapids church’s (90% of whom are Haitians) food and fundraising initiative.

Donate to the American Red Cross

A Place For Everyone (2)

chris — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:55:15 +0000