Pray With Us Jeremiah 29:13 You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart. Tom & Donna Cnossen Northern Canada Evangelical Mission The Cnossens minister in Alberta, Canada to the Maskwacis community. They lead local church and camp ministries in partnership with Northern Canada Evangelical Mission. You can find Peace's Meal Ministry Link Here to help support Peace Church families in need Today's New or Time-Sensitive Update Brian Sproul Update March 9 Brian is healing nicely. He is schedueld to have a CT scan and an MRI tomorrow. He is hoping to be sent home by tomorrow evening. (Original Request March 6) Brian was diagnosed with diverticulitis (small perforation in colon) and is currently at Blodgett Hospital. Prayers for complete healing. He anticipates being able to go home Monday. Bryan Martin Update March 8 They weaned him off the sedation meds. Today’s goal is to remove the ventilator. The balloon removal went well. So today’s prayer is centered on the ventilator removal to be smooth and successful. Thank you for the prayers! (Original Request March 4) Robyn Martin (a member of Peace) needs prayer for her husband Bryan. Bryan was hospitalized with Sepsis and is on a ventilator. He had a successful procedure last night as they found he will need heart surgery on a valve in the future. He is currently sedated. Pray for healing of his heart tissue, that a future surgery won't be evasive and Robyn's desire for him to be able to begin attending church again with her. Barrett Gritter Update March 7 Barrett is being weaned off sedation. He is off vent but still on support. Pray for more wake time without pain for him. Twins Wiley and Jansen were also hospilized with RSV. With all 3 boys hospitalized the family is in the midst of trying to figure out a LOT. Prayers needed and appreciated (Original Request March 4) Barrett is currently in the PICU at Devos Children's Hospital facing mutliple health concerns. Please pray that doctors would determine the cause of what is going on and that God's hand of protection and healing would be on his little body. Pray for parents Nathan and Bethany and Grandmother Melody as they attend Barrett around the clock and need rest. People who are dealing with cancer Sandy Donker Steve Cowgill Betty Oosterhouse Stacy Smith Tarah Sproul Gina Weaver Long-term care Lee Pipe Hospice Grieving Kim Jenison - Rod passed January 10 Helen Folkersma - Arnie passed January 17 New Births/Adoptions Church family, we want to be aware of your new additions. We would love it if you could let us know when your family has expanded. Thank you! Praises Ed Haywood Update March 1 The surgery went well. They removed a small part of the toe . I’m told recovery will be short. I feel great and thank you and the Peace family for your support and prayers. God is good!! (Original Request Feb 27) Currently admitted to hospital with bacterial infection in foot. Pray they won't need to remove any toes and that he would have complete healing as he has had multiple hospitalizations related to his feet over the past months. Physical needs Rickey Jennings March 10 Please pray for Rickey as she prepares for surgery on March 25 to have a biopsy and removal of a lesion on her liver. The Frank Family March 10 Be in prayer for the Frank family as Rachel just received news that Patrick's deployment was extended up to May 31st. He was deployed near some of the areas attacked by Iran. Pray for safety for Patrick, and for Rachel and the kids as they seek and trust the Lord during this uncertain time. You can also support them via the Meal Train ministry here Todd Ritter March 5 Todd's dad had surgery to put in a stent through an aneurysm in his knee. Please pray that this is successful and will relieve the immense swelling and pain that he is in. Prayers also that physical therapy would help with the pain and recovery. Patty Pohl March 3 I've been diagnosed with Lyme Disease. I have Lyme arthritis in my right leg/knee/foot. It's been 4 months. I finally got diagnosed February 12. Pray for reduction in swelling and for antibiotics to begin working. Rob & Paige Docter's Niece, Teagen Feb 27 Please be in prayer for Rob and Paige Docter's niece, Teagen. She was born in December with Down's Syndrome and a hole in her heart. She has been admitted to the hospital with due to difficulty breathing. Please pray for guidance for the doctors and peace for the family as they determine next steps for little Teagen. Peg Klinge Feb 17 Peg just found out she needs to have open heart surgery. It’s pretty serious and she’s high risk. Pray for peace and good health in these days as she prepares for surgery, we will update when we have a surgery date. Elizabeth Roush Feb 13 Elizabeth slipped Wednesday on ice and ended up dislocating and breaking her ankle. The break requires plates and pins inserted into the lower part of left leg. Her and the girls are currently staying with parents for assistance. Pray for Elizabeth as she is very nervous about going under for the procedure and how she will be able transition back to her life after. You can support their family through Meal Train here In Assisted Living Missions Spotlight March 8 Scott Hodges Dental mission team of 36 flying to Guyana S American today for 8 days. Ask For Prayer Go Meal Ministry Go Mission Partners Go

Weddings Peace Church is happy to participate in instituting Christian marriages for believers in Jesus Christ. Marriage is a covenant, designed by God, and modeled after Christ and His relationship with His church. It is the lifelong and faithful union of one man and one woman before God. The purpose of a Christian marriage is to glorify God in reflecting the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the world through the marriage relationship. 01. Couples desiring to be married at Peace Church must be Christians. (2 Corinthians 6:14) 02. At least one individual must be a member of Peace Church. 03. The couple must agree to remain sexually abstinent and live separately until marriage. 04. The couple must participate in pre-marital counseling (3-5 sessions) with a Peace Church pastor. To allow time for this, wedding applications should be submitted at least 3 months in advance of the wedding date. 05. If one or both person(s) has been married before, their union must conform to the biblical teaching on divorce and remarriage. Peace Church holds to the biblical teachings that remarriage is only permissible following a divorce caused by adultery or abandonment by a nonbeliever (which includes abuse). Requirements We're serious about marriage at Peace Church. Therefore, the requirements to be married by a Peace Church Pastor are as follows: Wedding Application Process The first step in the process is to fill out the wedding application. A Peace Church staff member will contact you following your application submission. Wedding Policy and Pricing Go Wedding Application Go

Join the Journey Sermon Series Resources Welcome to the Becoming Campaign! This is our 2026 spiritual journey as we seek to grow deeper in our faith as believers in Christ and as the church of Christ. As we look ahead to where God is leading us, we give thanks for His beautiful work among us—celebrating the completion of our Central Campus building project, the growth of the Wayland Campus, and all God has done to help us build and expand. But now, as we see our church flourishing, we believe it’s time to move from building the church to becoming the church. This campaign is about becoming who Christ is calling us to be—growing not just wider, but deeper, more rooted in our faith and more faithful in our walk. Wherever you are on your journey, this is an invitation to go deeper together as God continues to grow our church at the Central Campus, Wayland Campus, and as we prepare to launch the Hastings Campus—for the Glory of God, the Good of our Neighbor, and the Joy of the Church. Join the Journey To begin your journey, take time to prayerfully reflect on the five all-church initiatives and the personal and family initiatives shown to the right and in the online commitment form. Pray and consider where God may be leading you to take a next step of faith throughout this year. You can fill out the online commitment form using the button below or stop by the Becoming Lobby Booth at church on any Sunday to fill one out. Take your time, seek the Lord, and commit as He leads—then explore the resources below to help you get started on the journey. Central Campus Online Commitment Form Wayland Campus Online Commitment Form Becoming Sermon Series This sermon series launches our 2026 Spiritual Journey Campaign, Becoming. Together, the series and campaign focus on what it means for the church—and each of us—to become who Christ is calling us to be. We’ll begin by exploring three foundational callings Jesus gives His followers: to become Sons of Light, Children of God, and Fishers of Men. Become Sons of Light Become Children of God Become Fishers of Men Watch Central Campus Full Series Watch Wayland Campus Full Series Becoming Guidebook This resource was created to help guide you through the Becoming spiritual journey and is designed to be used alongside your Bible each week in worship. You’ll find space for sermon notes throughout the year, daily prayers during the sermon series, and information about our All-Church Initiatives and personal or family commitments. If you don’t have a guidebook yet, stop by the Becoming lobby booth on any Sunday to pick one up—or start anytime and catch up by watching sermons on our website or YouTube. We pray this resource helps all of us become the church God is calling us to be—and helps you become who God is calling you to be. Download Central Campus Guidebook Download Wayland Campus Guidebook Stay Connected To receive weekly encouragement texts from Pastor Ryan (Central Campus) or Pastor Aaron (Wayland Campus), and weekly emails with the Bible-in-a-Year video, click the button below! Need help with this process? Stop by the Becoming lobby booth and we can walk through it with you. Central Campus Sign-Up Wayland Campus Sign-Up Becoming Testimonies The Blessing of Special Needs Adoption Hear Paige and Terri's adoption story Despair to Hope Hear Sam's story of hope Shame to Freedom Hear Carol's story of redemption All-Church Initiatives Everyone at Peace Church is being called in these five ways to take part in God’s work through the Becoming spiritual journey: READ Commit to the Bible-in-a-Year reading plan starting Jan. 19 (p. 13) Joshua 1:8, Psalm 1:2, 1 Timothy 3:16-17, Deuteronomy 11:18-19, Psalm 119:105, Matthew 4:4, Matthew 7:24 Watch Bible-in-a-Year weekly videos here. PRAY Log three hours of prayer each week (p. 11) Acts 1:14, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Colossians 4:2, Romans 12:12 Pray for your Peace Church family CONNECT Wear the Becoming wristband throughout the year (p. 10) 1 Peter 2:9, 17, Psalm 100:3, Ephesians 2:19, 1 Timothy 3:15 Join a Community Group SERVE Take the Spiritual Gifts Assessment  and pray about where God is calling you to serve (p. 17) 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 14:12, Ephesians 4:16, 2 Timothy 1:6, Hebrews 2:4 Sign up to serve here WORSHIP Assess your commitment to Sunday worship attendance and recommit if needed Luke 11:28, Hebrews 10:24-25, Acts 2:42, Psalm 122:1, Colossians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, Romans 12:4-5, Psalm 95:1-2, Acts 20:7, Ephesians 5:19-20 As we do these things together—knowing we are doing these together—we’ll deepen the family feel of our church while also growing spiritually and in unity as God’s people. Personal and Family Commitments Review these challenges and ask the Holy Spirit which ones he is calling you to take on, so that you may spiritually grow into the person God is calling you to become. Begin weekly family worship through Bible reading, devotions, and prayer (p. 28) Increase your prayer commitment from three hours a week to five hours a week Commit to regular fasting throughout the year, whether a full day, a single meal, or another rhythm (p. 18) Get relationally connected at Peace Church by joining or starting a Community Group, attending a Men’s or Women’s Bible Study, and/or serving in a ministry Begin biblical tithing and faithfully support God’s work through Peace Church (get a copy of Tithing: the Basics of Giving at the ‘Round the Table booth to learn more) Take first (or next) steps in adoption or foster care (p. 25) Write and share your testimony with the Peace Church family, either in print or on video, or share it with someone in your life who needs the Gospel or an invitation to church (p. 21) Start a Gospel conversation you’ve been wanting to have but haven’t yet Attend an Evangelism Training Night this spring or late summer (p. 28) Take our membership class (register at peacechurch.cc/events) Consider joining the core group of people who will help launch the new Hastings Campus (p. 27) Attend a gathering to learn more about pastoral ministry (p. 27) Pray and listen for any other ways the Holy Spirit may be calling you to grow spiritually The purpose of this is for each of us to grow into the person God is calling us to become, so that we can be the Church God is calling us to become. Why Wristbands? Did you know that from 2020 to 2025, Peace Church has tripled in size and doubled in locations? Simply put, we’ve grown—a lot! With such rapid growth, the ability to connect with, or even recognize, everyone in our church family can be very difficult. The Becoming wristbands will allow you to see who is part of the Peace Church family while out in public! Everyone is encouraged to wear the wristband during their waking hours! This will help show not just the world, but your church family, that Peace Church is your home church—and that you are participating in the Becoming Campaign. When you see someone out in public also wearing the wristband, go up and say hi and introduce yourself. This can be intimidating, so here are some things you could say: Show them your wristband and say, “Hey, so you’re part of the Peace family too? Awesome! My name is [your name], and I go to [1st/2nd/3rd] service. Which service do you usually go to?” Then you can ask about their family, how long they’ve been part of Peace Church, and how they are serving or connected. That’s it! With that simple interaction, you’ve made another connection in our larger church family. This is key—when the Bible speaks about the church, it uses family language. God is our Father, Christ is his Son, and we are brothers and sisters in Christ. Simply put, the wristbands help us identify and connect with our church family—especially during a year when we are trying to grow into the church that God is calling us to become! If you lose your wristband or it becomes too worn or dirty, don’t worry! Just grab another at church—they’ll be available all year. Prayer Log We cannot become the people or the church God is calling us to be, unless we are saturated in regular times of prayer. Everyone at Peace is challenged to log three hours of prayer per week. Maybe you’re hearing the Holy Spirit challenging you to even more! Our prayer is that your time in prayer before the Lord is sweet and refreshing. We pray the more time spent in prayer, the more you will want to saturate your life in it as you grow in faith. Let these verses be of encouragement to you: Acts 1:14 All these with one accord were devoting themselves to prayer… Matthew 14:23 And after he had dismissed the crowds, [Jesus] went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone. Mark 1:35 And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, [Jesus] departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed. Luke 6:12 In these days he went out to the mountain to pray, and all night he continued in prayer to God. Romans 12:12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Colossians 4:2 Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Pray without ceasing. Download Prayer Log Bible-in-a-Year Reading Plan Each Monday, we’ll share a short video introducing the week’s passages, highlighting key points, context, and themes. Click below to find the full reading plan and the weekly videos. Download Bible-in-a-Year Reading Plan Watch Bible-in-a-Year Videos Spiritual Gifts Throughout the New Testament, God tells us that the Holy Spirit provides members of the church with spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:4-7). These gifts are given so that we can serve one another and bring glory to God. For Peace Church to become all that God is calling us to be, we need everyone to use their spiritual gifts as we see the gospel embraced and passed on for generations of Kingdom impact. A key step in using your spiritual gifts is knowing what they are. God’s word gives us three primary lists of spiritual gifts in Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, and 1 Corinthians 12:28, which include gifts such as faith, service, teaching, generosity, leadership, and mercy. To find out what your spiritual gifts are, start by seeking God’s leading through studying his word and spending time in prayer. Jesus tells us in John 16:13 that the Spirit will guide us into all truth. As you look to the spiritual gifts lists in Scripture, spend time praying that you would know and use your gifts. Another way you can determine your spiritual gifts is through the wise counsel of other believers. We often see ourselves differently than others do, so it is helpful to ask other mature believers what gifts they see in you and how they would encourage you to use them to build up the church. At Peace, our Zone Elders are great resources for this. Finally, one modern practice that can help in the process of determining your spiritual gifts is taking an assessment that sheds light on it. We created an assessment that helps our members to biblically reflect on the ways that God has gifted them. Our hope is that this assessment will help you take the next steps in using your gifts so that each of us, and the church as a whole, becomes who God has called us to be. If you are interested in taking our online spiritual gifts assessment, you can access it by clicking the link below. After you complete the assessment, we will provide suggestions for possible next steps to use your gifts to bless the church and bring glory to God. Spiritual Gifts Assessment Fasting What is interesting about the English word fast is that it means to move quickly and to abstain from food, but we also use it in phrases like hold fast, which means to hold firmly. How did we get these varied meanings from this one word? The answer is found in the origin of the word. Fast comes from the Old English fæst, which means firm, fixed, secure, or constant. When we see how these words are all related in their core idea, it becomes clear that as fast evolved into Modern English, it took on these separate nuances. Secure and constant developed into the notion of quickness; firm and secure inform the idea of holding fast; and fixed and constant give us the concept of fasting as a determined posture of not eating food. However, when we speak of fasting as a religious endeavor—withholding or abstaining from taking food—the origin of this cross-cultural and cross-religious practice dates back millennia, typically carrying the notion of purification, humility, and drawing near to the divine, with the idea being that the physical must be set aside to achieve the spiritual. In the Christian tradition, its roots are found in the Hebrew Old Testament, where in ancient Israel it was connected with repentance, mourning, prayer, and reliance upon God. We see fasting practices throughout the Bible—from Moses, who fasted forty days on Mount Sinai before receiving the Law (Exodus 34:28), to David, who fasted in grief and repentance (2 Samuel 12:16), to the prophet Daniel, who fasted and prayed for wisdom and mercy (Daniel 9:3), as well as in the call from Queen Esther, who called upon her people to fast for three days before she approached the king (Esther 4:16). In the New Testament, fasting continues as a discipline to help us grow spiritually, as it calls us to find our dependence upon God—to put our love for the Lord over our desires for satisfaction. Jesus himself fasted for forty days in the wilderness. When the devil tempted him to turn stones into bread to relieve his hunger, Jesus refused and quoted Scripture, saying: “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” — Matthew 4:4; cf. Deuteronomy 8:3 Fasting, then, is a way to declare to the Lord our reliance upon him. It is a practice of putting God before our desires, namely, our desire for food. As hunger pangs come, they serve as reminders to turn our focus to God and to direct our energy into prayer. Fasting is a powerful spiritual discipline that, when done rightly, can help us grow spiritually and deepen our faith. It is not simply about deprivation, but rather about devotion—about training our spirits to hunger for righteousness (Matthew 5:6). In college, my Spiritual Formation professor also warned against fasting as a means to simply lose weight, and Jesus also warns against fasting for the wrong reasons, such as using it to display our righteousness before others. He said: “When you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” — Matthew 6:16–18 All of Isaiah 58 is about true and false fasting, where we see that God calls us to fast in order to grow spiritually as we reflect God’s good will in this world and find our delight in the Lord. Again, the spiritual discipline only helps us grow spiritually when done for spiritually righteous reasons. Thus, fasting is typically a private practice—a personal act of humility and devotion before God. It is a way of living out the truth of the Bible: “man does not live by bread alone” (Deuteronomy 8:3; Matthew 4:4). Fasting does not have a set prescribed length of time. In the Bible, we see fasts lasting from one day (Judges 20:26; 1 Samuel 7:6) to three days (Esther 4:16) to forty days (Exodus 34:28; Matthew 4:2). As a spiritual discipline, there is no single method. Many people choose to fast for a day or even skip a single meal. The point is less about how we fast and more about why—it’s an act of faith meant to draw us closer to God. You might choose a three-month period in which you fast one day each week, or a week-long fast where every day you skip a particular meal, like lunch. While fasting traditionally means abstaining from food, modern practices also include other kinds of fasts—such as fasting from technology, entertainment, or particular types of food, like meat or sugar (see Daniel 10:2–3). The practice we see most clearly in Scripture is to abstain from food completely. Again, the notion here is about setting aside our desires in order to deepen our reliance upon God as we grow closer to him in trust, love, and joy. While this is a spiritual practice, it does have physical implications, so for those with health concerns, it’s always good to consult with your doctor before you begin this discipline. As the Lord leads you, may you prayerfully practice the spiritual discipline of fasting in order that you may continue to grow into the person God is calling you to become as you deepen your faith in the God of your salvation. *If you or you and your family decide to fast, please reach out to your Zone Elders so they can be praying for you! Sharing Your Testimony There is a church in London that Peace partners with. A few years ago, their lead pastor’s wife was miraculously healed from Stage 4 cancer. Even the nonreligious doctors told them, “You’ve experienced a miracle.” Do you think they shared that story with anyone? They’ve shared it with everyone. If you experienced a miracle, you would tell someone. You would tell everyone. The beauty of Christian testimonies is that every follower of Jesus has experienced a miracle. We were dead in our sin and then made alive in Christ. Your testimony is powerful because it’s both your personal story of experiencing a miracle and the good news of Jesus Christ for everyone. That’s why sharing your testimony of salvation is an essential element of becoming the church. God uses the stories of his work in our lives to open others to hear and receive the gospel. Our testimonies often play a pivotal role in the lost experiencing the miracle of salvation and receiving a testimony of their own. Just because it is good to share your testimony, that doesn’t mean it’s always easy. Many of us don’t know where to start, what to include, or how to use our story to share the good news. Where do I start? Sharing your testimony will look different based on your context: Who are you talking to? What is your relationship? What is their experience and understanding of Jesus? What environment are you in and how much time do you have? While there are some aspects that will change based on context, it’s helpful to spend time preparing to share the elements of your testimony that are important to include regardless of who you are talking to. Take some time to think about and write down the answers to these questions: What was my life like before receiving faith in Jesus? How did God reveal himself and his good news to me? What is the good news that I now believe? What has my life been like since becoming a follower of Jesus? As you dwell on your answers to these questions, the basis of your testimony is coming together. What do I include? The Bible doesn’t give us a checklist to follow to share our testimony, but following the examples of the early church gives us a helpful guide. As you share your story, it’s helpful to include details about your life before being saved (lost and sinful), how you were saved (faith and grace), and your life as a follower of Jesus (transformation and purpose). As you share the good news that brought you salvation, it’s important to include God’s love for us (creation and blessing), our sin and separation from him (fall and judgment), salvation through Christ (Jesus’ death and resurrection), and our response to the good news (faith or rejection). When sharing this, it’s helpful to have some key Scriptures to refer to, such as John 3:16, Romans 3:23, and Ephesians 2:8-10. How do I include the good news for everyone in my personal testimony? While testimonies are personal and reflect on your own experience, it’s critical to share the good news of Jesus for those listening. Whether the person you are sharing with has faith in Jesus or not, they need to hear the good news. If they are a follower of Jesus, they will be encouraged. If they are not, God might use your proclamation to bring them faith. The best bridge to share the story of Jesus in your story is to share the message that you received when you believed. This part of our testimony can challenge us, because it’s not just sharing our subjective experience, but declaring the objective truths that we are all sinners in need of salvation. As you share that you believe, don’t forget to share what it is that you believe, so that others will hear the gospel clearly. What does this actually look like? All of that sounds good in theory, but it’s helpful to look at a real-life example of someone’s testimony. Here is a short version of mine (Pastor Nate Harney) that I can share in about two minutes: I grew up in a peaceful, healthy home, where my parents taught me that there is a God who made me and loves me. While that should have brought me peace, instead my childhood was defined by fears that led to anxiety. I was afraid that no one liked me, that I wouldn’t be successful in life, and that I would never find true peace. As I got older, I heard the story of Jesus, that he was God among us, that he lived a perfect life, died for our sins, and then defeated death and rose again. While this seemed like good news in general, I wasn’t really looking to be saved from my sin. I wanted to be freed from my fears and anxiety. I felt like a good person, somehow I just needed to grow in confidence and find peace. As I learned more about Jesus and how he calls us to live selfless lives focused on loving God and others, I realized my fears and anxieties were all rooted in sin; a deep self-centered obsession with my own comfort, success, and happiness. The Gospel of John tells us that before Jesus gave his life for us, he shared this with his followers: “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” Jesus can promise peace because he offers salvation through faith. When I received faith in Jesus, by grace, my sins were forgiven and I started to become more like him and through that, I found freedom from fear and unshakable peace. Now my days aren’t filled with fears and anxieties that are focused on myself. Instead, each day is a faith-driven adventure where I enjoy his salvation and find purpose and peace in telling others about Jesus. When I share my testimony, it looks different depending on the specific context, but I always try to include my personal story of being delivered from sin, fear, and anxiety while I share the story of Jesus and salvation that comes through faith. In person, it’s often less polished, but time and again, God has used the story of his work in my life to share his good news with others. What now? Pray, prepare, and practice sharing your own testimony. Then when God opens the door, be ready to share his good news and how your life has been transformed by Jesus. With God’s help, you can do this. When we all share our testimonies, the good news of Jesus spreads, and we become the church that God is calling us to be. If you would like to share your testimony with the Peace Church family, whether in print or on video, please reach out to us at testimony@peacechurch.cc . Contact Us to Share Your Testimony Taking a Step of Faith: Adoption or Foster Care From the Old Testament and into the New, God reveals himself as our Father, and with this, we see his special concern for orphans and the fatherless—those without protection, provision, or family. Deuteronomy 10:18 He executes justice for the fatherless and the widow, and loves the sojourner, giving him food and clothing. Psalm 68:5 Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation. Exodus 22:22 You shall not mistreat any widow or fatherless child. Isaiah 1:17 Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow’s cause. Zechariah 7:10 Do not oppress the widow, the fatherless, the sojourner, or the poor. James 1:27 Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world. In God’s Kingdom, to care for or take in an orphan was often a form of adoption—bringing them into one’s household for protection and nurture. In the Bible, we see families take on children who are not biologically their own, such as Esther, who was raised by her cousin Mordecai. The most prominent example is Jesus Christ himself, who was raised by his adoptive father, Joseph. Knowing this is a beautiful and biblical call, adoption and foster care are powerful ways for believers to show the world how we are living out God’s call for compassion and righteousness—caring for the vulnerable as we reflect God’s heart for justice and mercy. Ultimately, every act of human adoption points to the greater truth that we have been adopted by God himself—brought from being spiritual orphans into belonging in God’s family through Jesus Christ (Romans 8:15–17; Galatians 4:4–7; Ephesians 1:5). At Peace Church, there are a large number of families who have taken up the call to adopt or become foster parents. While not everyone is called to take a child or children into their home, we are all called to love our neighbor, young and old, rich or poor. So, while you may not be called to adopt or provide foster care, we always encourage our church family to help and assist families who have adopted or fostered. We also know some are called more to help or assist, so during the Becoming Campaign, we are calling upon the families of Peace Church to prayerfully consider if they are called to adopt or become foster parents. We want to help you discern this call and support you along the way. If this is a conversation you feel led to begin, we encourage you to start in prayer. We have staff members who have walked through this process themselves and are passionate about helping others. Reaching out to them at adoption@peacechurch.cc is a great first step in starting the discussion and discerning God’s call to adopt or become foster parents. Contact Us About Adoption or Foster Care Hastings Campus At Peace Church, we have spent many years praying and preparing to plant other churches to reach the lost in our community. By God’s grace, in Fall 2023, we planted our first daughter church in Wayland. This congregation has grown and is well on its way toward becoming a self-sufficient church. After much prayer and consideration, we believe the Lord is now calling us to plant another daughter church in Hastings. One significant reason we feel this call to Hastings is because of the number of people who are already driving from Hastings to Peace Church in Middleville each week. We want to give these members of our church family a better opportunity to reach their neighbors and invite them to gather as a church in their own town. If you are open to considering a call to Peace Hastings, you can attend future interest meetings listed at peacechurch.cc/events to learn more and pray for the Lord’s work in the community See Upcoming Events Pastoral Ministry Young men, are you open to a call to ministry? In the last few years, we have lost many great Christian leaders and preachers, from Charlie Kirk to Tim Keller to R.C. Sproul. Now, more than ever, the world needs men who will boldly proclaim the truth. Who will step up? Who will answer God’s call with the words, “Here am I, Lord; send me”? If you think it’s possible the Lord may be calling you to pastoral ministry, we would love to help you consider that call. You don’t have to be the greatest speaker or leader. What the Lord calls you to, he will equip you for. If you sense this calling, come out for an opportunity to evaluate it and receive training from our pastoral staff. Look out for future gatherings at peacechurch.cc/events. See Upcoming Events Evangelism Training Join us for church-wide evangelism training nights coming this spring and late summer. Keep an eye on peacechurch.cc/events for details. Until then, here are some recommended resources to help you grow in confidence and clarity as you share your faith: Organic Outreach for Ordinary People by Kevin Harney Organic Outreach for Families by Kevin Harney Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God by J.I. Packer. 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Family friendly, non-denominational church located between Middleville and Caledonia. We are Gospel-Centered, Family-Focused, and Kingdom-Minded. Join us any Sunday or for any of our weekly programming. Gospel Centered Family Focused Kingdom Minded Our vision is to see the Gospel embraced and passed on for generations of Kingdom impact. Latest Sermon Faithful with a Little Watch Sermon View More Sermons Middleville Sunday Services 8, 9:30 & 11 AM Get Directions Go Join Us Online 8, 9:30 & 11 AM Watch Live Go Peace Wayland Go Events Go Get Involved Peace Church is stepping into its next season—Becoming. This is a movement for every person and family to grow in discipleship, take courageous steps of obedience, and become who God is calling us to be. Start the Journey About Ministries Peace Kids Sunday Morning | Birth - 5th Grade Go Peace Kids Go Middle School Sunday Night | 6th - 8th Grade Go Middle School Go High School Sunday Night | 9th - 12th Grade Go High School Go Bold Boys Wednesday Night | 1st-3rd Grade Ministry Go Bold Boys Go Brave Girls Wednesday Night | 1st-3rd Grade Ministry Go Brave Girls Go Bold and Brave Wednesday Night | 4th-5th Grade Ministry Go Bold and Brave Go Women Thursday Morning and Night Bible Study Go Women Go Men Saturday Morning Bible Study Go Men Go Community Groups Smaller gatherings throughout the week Go Community Groups Go Marriage and Parenting Ministry Ministry for Married Couples Go Marriage and Parenting Ministry Go Special Needs Birth - 12th Grade Go Special Needs Go Friends At Peace Adult Special Needs Ministry Go Friends At Peace Go Young Adults Tuesday Night Bible Study | 18 - 29 year olds Go Young Adults Go 55+ Ministry for Adults 55 and older Go 55+ Go Meal Ministry Providing Meals for those in need Go Meal Ministry Go Membership Find more information about membership, baptism, and profession of faith. Become A Member Connect Find a group to grow in your faith with through studying God's Word together. Join A Group Serve Discover opportunities to use your gifts and make disciples by joining a ministry team. Start Serving That's A Good Question Peace Church releases a podcast every Tuesday morning seeking to answer questions about the Christian faith in plain language. We invite you to send in your questions. Ask A Question Becoming This is our 2026 spiritual journey as we seek to grow deeper in our faith as believers in Christ and as the church of Christ. Start the Journey 'Round the Table We create gospel-centered content that nurtures connection, deepens faith, and sparks meaningful conversation—serving the Church through honest storytelling and biblical reflection. Visit 'Round the Table What We Believe Go Staff & Leadership Go History Go Stay Connected Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and follow us on social media for the latest Peace Church updates. Newsletter Sign Up Contact Us Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTo k Gospel Centered Family Focused Kingdom Minded Our vision is to see the Gospel embraced and passed on for generations of Kingdom impact. Cultural Lies Sermon Series The Lie Of "Live Your Truth" View Latest Sermon View More Sermons Peace Church Wayland Go Middleville Sunday Services 8, 9:30 & 11 AM View Directions Go Join Us Online 9:30 & 11 AM Livestream Go Fall Launch Fall Launch marks the beginning of another exciting ministry year at Peace—check the dates and get plugged in! Register Now

Jesus steps onto the scene and the Kingdom draws near. Crowds gather. Conflict rises. The cross comes. Easter is the moment with the single greatest magnitude in all of history. The Resurrection shakes the foundation of all creation and rewrites what we thought was possible. Join us at any one of our 4 services! MAGNITUDE The Resurrection shakes the foundations of the universe EASTER 2026 the Resurrection shakes the foundation of all creation... Mark’s Gospel moves fast because the stakes are massive. Jesus steps onto the scene and the Kingdom draws near. Crowds gather. Conflict rises. The cross comes. However, the story doesn’t end in a grave. Easter is the moment with the single greatest magnitude in all of history. The Resurrection shakes the foundation of all creation and rewrites what we thought was possible. That means hope isn’t wishful thinking. It’s anchored in a living Savior and it sends us into the world with purpose, because the risen Jesus still gives His people a mission. GOOD FRIDAY FRIDAY, APRIL 3 Peace Kids will be available for Birth through Fifth Grade 5:30 & 7:00PM @ The Central Campus Good Friday @ Peace Church Wayland EASTER SUNDAY SUNDAY, APRIL 5 Peace Kids will be available for Birth through Fifth Grade 7:45, 9:00, 10:30, and 11:45AM @ The Central Campus Easter Sunday @ Peace Church Wayland INVITE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY! We want to make it easy for you to invite your friends and family to Easter at Peace Church. These graphics are made for your social feeds. Share them, tag us, and include peacechurch.cc/easter so people can find service times and more information. Not sure what to say? Try this: “Hey! I’d love for you to join me for Easter at Peace Church. It’s going to be an incredible time of worship and celebrating the hope we have in Jesus. Want to come with me? You can find all the details at peacechurch.cc/easter.” We seriously can’t wait to see who takes a step toward Jesus! DOWNLOAD GRAPHICS

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Faithful With A Little March 8, 2026 Faithful With A Little Sermon Series: How Much Did That Cost? Download PDF Mark 12:41-44 41 And he sat down opposite the treasury and watched the people putting money into the offering box. Many rich people put in large sums. 42 And a poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which make a penny. 43 And he called his disciples to him and said to them, “Truly, I say to you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the offering box. 44 For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on.” Main Idea YOU ARE TO BE FAITHFUL WITH THE LITTLE YOU HAVE. Outline GIVING IS ROOTED IN OUR FAITH (VV41-42) GIVING IS TIED TO OUR FAITH (VV43-44) Discussion Questions GIVING IS ROOTED IN OUR FAITH (VV41-42) What is Jesus doing in verse 41? Why might this be significant? What contrast do we see between the rich people and the widow? What had Jesus just said about the scribes before this story? Why do you think Jesus watches people give at the temple? What does this story reveal about what Jesus values when it comes to giving? Why didn’t Jesus stop the widow from giving her last two coins? How does the widow’s offering demonstrate faith? Why do you think money often reveals the condition of our hearts? What are some common excuses people use for not being generous? How does the “How much did that cost?” mentality affect the way we view money and others? What would it look like for you to trust God more with the resources He has given you? GIVING IS TIED TO OUR FAITH (VV43-44) What surprising statement does Jesus make about the widow’s offering? According to Jesus, how did the widow give differently than the rich? What does Jesus mean when He says she gave “everything she had”? Why does Jesus say the widow gave more than the rich even though her gift was small? How does abundance sometimes make faith more difficult? Why can generosity be a good indicator of trust in God? Do you think generosity naturally flows from faith? Why or why not? What are some ways money can become something we love, fear, or idolize? In what ways can generosity strengthen our faith? Looking Forward What is one small way you could be more faithful with what God has given you this upcoming week? Prayer Focus Pray for hearts that trust God more than money. Pray that God would help your community group be faithful with what He has entrusted to you. Pray for contentment and freedom from greed or fear about finances. Pray for wisdom in stewardship and generosity. Pray that Peace Church would use its resources to glorify God and serve others well. Pray for people at Peace Church and in our community who are struggling financially. Pray that God would help each person at Peace Church grow in faith-filled generosity.

Marriage is God's Design February 8, 2026 Marriage is God's Design Sermon Series: Like It Or Not Download PDF Ephesians 5:22-33 22 Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. 23 For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his body, and is himself its Savior. 24 Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit in everything to their husbands. 25 Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, 26 that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, 27 so that he might present the church to himself in splendor, without spot or wrinkle or any such thing, that she might be holy and without blemish. 28 In the same way husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself. 29 For no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church, 30 because we are members of his body. 31 “Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.” 32 This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church. 33 However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband. Main Idea Like it or not, marriage is God's design. Outline MARRIAGE IS A PICTURE OF SUBMISSION AND SACRIFICE (VV22-27) MARRIAGE IS A PICTURE OF CHRIST AND THE CHURCH (VV28-32) MARRIAGE IS A PICTURE OF LOVE AND RESPECT (V33) Discussion Questions MARRIAGE IS A PICTURE OF SUBMISSION AND SACRIFICE (VV22-27) How does Christ’s sacrificial love for the Church shape the way husbands are called to sacrifce and wives are called to submit? How does this passage challenge common cultural assumptions and beliefs about marriage? What does Christ-like submission and sacrifice look like in everyday marriage (time, preferences, leadership, repentance)? For those who are single: how does this passage shape your understanding of what a godly marriage should look like? MARRIAGE IS A PICTURE OF CHRIST AND THE CHURCH (VV28-32) How does seeing marriage as a gospel picture change the way we think about its purpose? Why is it significant that marriage ultimately points beyond itself to Christ and the Church? How does this help us understand why marriage is worth protecting and honoring? In what ways can marriages in the church visibly preach the gospel to others? How might remembering this bigger purpose help couples persevere through hardship? MARRIAGE IS A PICTURE OF LOVE AND RESPECT (V33) Why do you think Paul highlights love for husbands and respect for wives? How do love and respect work together rather than compete with one another? What happens in a marriage when love or respect breaks down? If you are married, what is one practical way love or respect can be more clearly expressed in your marriage this week? How can your community group help foster marriages marked by love and respect? Looking Forward How are you doing with the Becoming prayer challenge (logging three hours a week)? How can your community group help you to hold to your commitment and commit to deepening your prayer life? Prayer Focus Pray for husbands to lead with humility, tenderness, and Christ-like sacrifice. Pray for wives to experience safety, honor, and joy as they live out their God-given calling. Pray for marriages to grow in healthy communication marked by truth and grace. Pray for healing where trust has been broken and repentance where sin has been ignored. Pray for couples to resist cultural definitions of marriage and embrace God’s design with faith. Pray for patience and perseverance in hard seasons of marriage. Pray for older couples to model faithfulness and wisdom for the next generation. Pray for younger couples to build their marriages on Christ from the very beginning. Pray for those who desire marriage but are still waiting, that they would trust God’s goodness and timing. Pray for those who are divorced or widowed, that they would experience Christ’s nearness and care. Pray for protection against pride, bitterness, and selfishness in our hearts and homes. Pray for the Holy Spirit to shape our marriages into living pictures of the gospel. Pray for our church to be a place where marriages are supported, restored, and strengthened.

Stephanie Custodian Stephanie Boomsma Stephanie has been attending Peace since 2015 and has been on staff since 2017. Originally from Dutton, Michigan, she is married to Jason, an electrician with Buist Electric. They have a son and a daughter, and as a family, they enjoy camping trips to the UP and participating in 4H at the Barry County fair. In her free time, Stephanie loves outdoor activities such as fishing, biking, and hiking with her family and dog, and she enjoys caring for their small hobby farm animals. A Bible verse that has always resonated with her is Deuteronomy 33:27: "The eternal God is your dwelling place, and underneath are the everlasting arms." Contact Facilities Department

5b285e03-05ef-46b4-b884-c3c9db74f8ec Brave Girls Upcoming Events Connect your young girl to God's truth through Brave Girls! This fun, high-energy ministry encourages 1st-3rd grade girls to know Jesus Christ and grow in their relationship with Him. Each session includes Bible stories, Scripture memory, life application, games, and crafts, all teaching the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ. Schedule: - 6:15-6:30 PM: Check-in - 6:30-8:00 PM: Program - Large group worship - Bible lesson - Crafts or games (alternating weeks) - Small group discussion and snack Drop-off/Pick-up Locations: - 1st-3rd Grade: Worship Center Meeting Time: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 PM, from October to mid-March. Upcoming Programming Nights March 11 March 18 March 25 Remember to keep your parent pick-up tag for retrieval at the end of the night, close to 8 PM. Parent Resource List Bold and Brave Go Bold Boys Go Peace Kids Go Stay Connected Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and follow us on social media for the latest ministry updates. Newsletter Sign Up Kristi Timmerman Brave Girls Coordinator Contact Us Go Interested in Serving? Go Stay Connected Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and follow us on social media for the latest ministry updates. Newsletter Sign Up Kristi Timmerman Brave Girls Coordinator Interested in Serving? Go Contact Kid's Ministry Admin Go Learn More Kristi Timmerman Brave Girls Coordinator Stay Connected Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and follow us on social media for the latest ministry updates. Newsletter Sign Up Interested in Serving? Go

Make Covenant October 20, 2024 Make Covenant Sermon Series: Take Courage Download PDF 2 Chronicles 15:8-15 Main Idea God calls us to make covenant with Him! Outline 1. Remove ungodly influence (vv8-9) 2. Renew heart-filled faith (vv10-13) 3. Remember we are God's! (vv14-15) Discussion Questions Covenants throughout the Bible show God’s commitment to His people. How does God’s covenantal faithfulness provide security in your own relationship with Him? How can reflecting on God’s covenants help you trust Him more in your current challenges? How does understanding that we are part of a New Covenant through Jesus Christ (Hebrews 8:6) influence your daily walk with God? What are practical ways you can renew or deepen your commitment to live faithfully within the covenant of grace God offers? Is there an area of your life where you sense God is calling you to “make a covenant” or recommit yourself to Him, such as a new direction in ministry, personal holiness, or community involvement? What steps can you take this week to live out the commitments you’ve made to God in your personal covenant with Him? Looking Forward Prayer Focus

Troy Worship Arts Director Troy Newman Troy has been attending Peace since 2001 and joined the staff around 2008. Originally from Middleville, he is a single dad with four children—three girls and one boy, ranging in age from 20 to 30. In his free time, Troy works as a sound engineer for local live music events. Contact the Worship Arts Dept. Admin