Congratulations--Kristyn DeHorn and Michael Hill

We extend our congratulations to Kristyn DeHorn and Michael Hill as they will be united in marriage on Friday, October 17.

Karen Gernaat

Karen Gernaat was admitted to Zeeland Community Hospital on Monday, October 6, with internal bleeding. Doctors are working to determine the area of the bleeding. She is expected to remain hospitalized for 2-3 days.

Tom Beltman

Tom Beltman will undergo surgery on Tuesday, October 7, to have a “peg” feeding tube attached directly to his stomach.  The procedure will provide nutrition while Tom’s mouth continues to experience numbness and challenges with swallowing in relationship to his Guillain-Barre diagnosis.  He remains hospitalized at U of M Health West.

Tom’s CaringBridge Page Updates

Mary Burgess

Mary Burgess recently underwent a CT scan; her cancer spots have shrunk. Praise God! She will continue with immunotherapy treatments and continues to feel well.

Laurie Wabeke

Laurie Wabeke will undergo an outpatient right hip replacement on Monday, October 13, at Holland Community Hospital.

Joe Wyn

Joe Wyn returned home on Thursday, October 2, following successful surgery to remove a section of his colon.

Peter Meurer

Pete Meurer is at Corewell Butterworth Hospital with a severe staph infection within his bloodstream.  Please pray for effective treatment and powerful healing.

Carolyn Schafer

Carolyn Schafer is now receiving in-home hospice care.  Please continue to pray for the peace and comfort of God's Holy Spirit for both Carolyn and Jim.

Our Christian Sympathy--Family and Friends of Don Mulder

Don passed away on Thursday, October 2.  Visitation will take place on Sunday, October 5, from 2:00-4:00P at the VanderLaan Funeral Home.  The service will begin at 2:00P on Monday, October 6, and VanderLaan’s.

Deb Karsten

Deb Karsten consulted with her oncologist on Wednesday, October 1. Praise the Lord! Her cancer has stabilized and is no longer growing. Chemotherapy treatments have been paused; she will continue with immunotherapy once a month. CT scans will monitor her progress every three months.

Karen Gernaat

Karen Gernaat’s biopsy on Monday, September 29, confirmed cancer. Please pray as she consults with her doctor regarding care and treatment.

Congratulations!! - Emmalynn Costen and Nate St John

We extend our congratulations to Emmalynn Costen and Nate St John who were united in Christian marriage on Saturday, October 4.

Carol Graham

Carol Graham underwent an outpatient procedure on Monday, September 29, at Trinity Health St. Mary’s to improve the function of her kidneys; complications required a short admittance to the hospital before returning home for recovery. Please pray for increased pain management.

Luke VanderWal

Luke VanderWal experienced a torn bicep tendon on Tuesday, September 23.  He underwent corrective surgery on Wednesday, October 1.  Please pray for complete healing as he anticipates no usage of his arm for 3 months.

Communion Preparation

In preparation for celebrating Communion on Sunday, October 5, please spend time in prayerful confession and thanksgiving for the gift of Salvation in Christ.

Doug Klynstra

Doug Klynstra is recovering at home following a second successful heart cath on Monday, September 29, to correct a 90% blockage. An October procedure is planned to address his AFib.

Kal Avink

Kal Avink will undergo outpatient left rotator cuff repair surgery at OAM Surgical Center Midtowne on Wednesday, October 8.

CPT Trevor Odehnal

CPT Trevor Odehnal completed his service in the United States Marine Corps on Saturday, September 27.  We welcome Trevor and Aliya "home" to West Michigan with their daughter, Mallory.