Ladies Christmas Brunch
2025-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | MI
The Ladies Christmas Brunch at Story Point at 10 AM. Please sign up and prepay by Sunday, November 23. For more information contact Ann VanDusen at (616) 915-1221. Please bring a $10 gift if you would like to participate in the gift exchange.

First Sunday of Advent Service
2025-11-30 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Detroit) | MI
This Sunday we focuses on the Hope that the coming Messiah provides.

Mel Trotter Poverty Toolkit Workship
2025-09-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC, 7979 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI, 49341, United States
You are invited to our Mel Trotter Poverty Toolkit Workshop!!
Join us for a powerful two-hour workshop designed to inform, equip, and mobilize churches and individuals to take meaningful action in the fight against family homelessness.
Monday, September 22 from 6:00pm – 7:00pm.
This workshop is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding and explore how we can work together to create lasting change.
R.S.V.P. to (616) 874-7045 or bostwicklakechurch@att.net

Book Club
2025-09-18 16:30 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Carol Jorgensen’s Residence, 6967 Camino del Rey, Rockford, MI, 49341, United States
Book Club
Read, Reflect, and Connect with Fellow Book Lovers
If you love books and enjoy discussing thought-provoking stories with others, our Book Club is the perfect place for you. Each month, we explore a new book, engaging in meaningful conversations and sharing insights. Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking to enjoy a good book with friends, we welcome you to join us.
What to Expect:

Engaging discussions on a variety of books
A welcoming and friendly environment
An opportunity to share your thoughts and learn from others

Meeting Details:
Where: Carol Jorgensen’s home, 6967 Camino del Rey, Rockford
What to Bring: A snack or beverage to share
For June Book Club please be prepared to give a short report on your favorite book or most recently read book. There will be no book club in July or August.

Church Yard Sale — September 11–13
2025-09-13 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC, 7979 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI, 49341, United States
🛍️ Church Yard Sale — September 11–13
Location: Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC
Event Dates:

Thursday, September 11
Friday, September 12
Saturday, September 13

Join us for our Annual Church Yard Sale!
Find treasures, bargains, and great finds as we open up our church yard for a three-day community sale.
⏰ Yard Sale Hours:
Details coming soon — check back for daily sale hours!

🗓️ Set-Up Days:
Volunteers are welcome to help set up on:

Monday, September 8
Tuesday, September 9
Wednesday, September 10

We’ll be sorting, organizing, and prepping the sale area. All helping hands are appreciated!

📦 Donations Welcome!
Have items to donate? We are gratefully accepting gently used goods of all kinds. Donations may be dropped off any time leading up to the event. Please place them in the church basement area for storage.

Questions?
Reach out to the church office or email us for more information about donations, volunteering, or event details.

Blood Drive
2025-07-24 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC, 7979 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI, 49341, United States

Joint Church Service Sunday, July 6 at 10:30 am
2025-07-06 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Detroit) | MI
Please join us Sunday, July 6 at 10:30 am with the First Congregational Church of Rockford and North Kent Presbyterian Church for a joint service at North Kent Presbyterian Church, 6175 Kuttshill Drive, Rockford. We will not be having a Summer Sunday Service that day.

Kids Food Basket
2025-06-23 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC, 7979 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI, 49341, United States
Volunteer Opportunity: Kids’ Food Basket
Help make a direct impact in the lives of local children by volunteering with Kids’ Food Basket—a West Michigan nonprofit dedicated to fighting childhood hunger with healthy, daily meals.
Join us for a hands-on service opportunity where we’ll pack evening meals that go directly to students who need them. This is a great chance to give back, build community, and support food equity for kids in our area.

📅 Upcoming Volunteer Dates:

Monday, June 23

⏰ Meet at the church at 9:00 am to carpool, or go directly to Kids’ Food Basket and meet there at 9:30 am.
👉 There will be no meal prep in August.

What You’ll Do:

Assemble meal packs for local students
Learn about Kids’ Food Basket’s mission and impact
Contribute to a cause that supports academic and emotional success for children

Your time and energy can help ensure every child has access to the nutrition they need to thrive.
🌐 Learn more: kidsfoodbasket.org

Worship Team Meeting
2025-06-03 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC, 7979 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI, 49341, United States
Planning Meaningful Worship for Our Congregation
The Worship Team meets monthly to plan and prepare upcoming worship services at Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC. From selecting themes and scriptures to coordinating music and special liturgical elements, this team ensures that each service is spiritually enriching and thoughtfully designed.
What to Expect:

Collaborative discussion on upcoming services and the church calendar
Planning of seasonal worship elements (Advent, Lent, etc.)
Coordination with musicians, liturgists, and pastors
Creative brainstorming for meaningful worship experiences

Meeting Details:
All current Worship Team members are encouraged to attend. If you’re interested in contributing to worship planning, please contact the church office to learn more about how you can get involved.

Outdoor Cleanup Day
2025-05-24 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC, 7979 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI, 49341, United States
Help Beautify the Church Grounds
Join us for our annual Outdoor Cleanup Day as we come together to care for the church property and prepare our grounds for the seasons ahead. This is a great opportunity to lend a hand, enjoy some fresh air, and work alongside fellow members of the congregation.
What to Expect:

Light landscaping and outdoor maintenance tasks
Raking, trimming, weeding, and general cleanup
Tools and supplies will be available (feel free to bring your own gloves or rake)

Details:
When: Friday, May 24 at 9:00 AM
Where: Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC Grounds
Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Whether you can stay for an hour or the whole morning, your help makes a difference. Let’s keep our church beautiful and welcoming for all!

Patrick Creager Memorial Service
2025-05-17 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC, 7979 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI, 49341, United States
A Celebration of Life and Legacy
Please join us for a memorial service honoring the life of Patrick Creager. Together, we will remember and celebrate a beloved member of our community whose life touched so many. This service will be a time of reflection, remembrance, and shared love.
What to Expect:

Scripture, music, and words of remembrance
Reflections from family and friends
A time of prayer and thanksgiving for Patrick’s life

Details:

Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
Visitation: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Service: Begins at 11:30 AM
Location: Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC

All are welcome. A reception will follow in Davis Hall. If you are unable to attend in person, please contact the church office for livestream details or ways to offer your condolences.

Discipleship Team Meeting
2025-05-13 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC, 7979 Belding Rd NE, Rockford, MI, 49341, United States
Equipping Our Church for Lifelong Faith Formation
The Discipleship Team meets monthly to guide and support the faith formation ministries of Bostwick Lake Congregational UCC. From children’s education to adult spiritual growth, this team works to nurture disciples at every stage of life.
What to Expect:

Planning and review of educational programs for children, youth, and adults
Support for Bible studies, book groups, and spiritual resources
Coordination of seasonal learning opportunities
Discussion of ways to engage and grow our faith community

Team members and anyone interested in Christian education or spiritual development are welcome. Contact the church office to get involved or learn more.
