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Special Needs Ministry Upcoming Events Peace Church is committed to providing students with extra needs the support they need to fully participate in the same activities as their peers, across all age groups. Our goal is to ensure that all families feel welcome and confident that they can worship together on Sunday mornings and throughout the week , without fear of their child being excluded. We offer a variety of programs, including Sunday Morning Programming (Newborn – 5th Grade), Brave Girls/Bold Boys on Wednesday nights, and Middle School and High School Youth Groups on Sunday nights. For older children who may not fit into the typical Sunday Morning programming, we also provide a Sensory Room option. To further support students with special needs at every age level, Peace Church pairs each child or student with a 1:1 buddy who works directly with them. This buddy system is in place across all our programs, ensuring that every child can participate fully and meaningfully in all activities, creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Friends At Peace 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 Vicky Damico Special Needs 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 Vicky Damico Special Needs Coordinator Interested in Serving? Go Contact Kid's Ministry Admin Go Learn More Vicky Damico Special Needs 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

Executive Assistant Kirsten VanderLaan Kirsten has been attending Peace for over 15 years and joined the staff in 2018. Originally from Hudsonville, Michigan, she has been married to her husband Jeff since 2005. They have three children: Addysen, Levi, and Everleigh. As a family, they love being outdoors, camping up north, and hiking together. In her free time, Kirsten enjoys watching football, especially the Detroit Lions, and also likes to read and do puzzles. Her current favorite Bible verse is 2 Corinthians 4:8-9. Contact the Executive Assistant

Connections Director Chelsea Bennett Chelsea has been attending Peace since 2022 and joined the staff in 2023. Originally from Newaygo, Michigan, she lives in Middleville with her husband Brad, a firefighter, their daughter Ava, and their Goldendoodle Tucker. In her free time, Chelsea enjoys golfing, relaxing at home, making sourdough, being outside, and spending time with her family. Her favorite Bible verse is Matthew 28:20. Contact the Connections Department

February 18, 2024 Present Darkness vs. Spiritual Strength Sermon Series: Withstand Download PDF Ephesians 6:10-13 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Main Idea We need the whole armor of God if we are to stand strong. Outline 1. We need to be all in because the enemy is all in (vs 10-11) 2. We need the right perspective to identify the true enemy (vs 12) 3. We need the whole armor for the whole battle (vs 13) Pre-Questions What do you think of when you think about spiritual warfare? What kind of things stuck out to you in the sermon that you’d like to address further? Discussion Questions In the sermon, Ryan said “The Devil has a specific strategy for you. He doesn’t use cookie-cutter strategies.” How does this impact your perspective on how you must fight? How does knowing our enemy change how we operate in the world around us? After hearing this sermon and reading this passage of scripture, who is God calling you to love that you wouldn’t naturally love? How will you put on the armor this week? When Jesus went to the cross he was most likely crucified naked in our place. How does Jesus’ death allow us to be able to put on the armor of God? How does the Gospel connect to putting on the armor of God? In light of this, how will you respond in worship?

Bold Boys Coordinator Samuel Thaler Samuel has been attending Peace since 2021 and has been on staff since 2022. Originally from Middleville, Michigan, he is married to Kelley, and they have been together for 8 years. They are parents to Moses and Dottie, with another child on the way. Samuel enjoys being physically active through basketball, pickleball, volleyball, biking, and outdoor activities like camping, yard work, and house projects. His favorite Bible verse is Joshua 1:9: "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." Contact Kid's Ministry Admin

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

4th & 5th Grade Coordinator Lindsey Kerstetter Lindsey has been attending Peace since 2018 and joined the staff in 2022. Originally from Grand Rapids, she is married to Ryan, and they have three children: Lucy, James, and Charlie. Her family enjoys outdoor activities and caring for their barn cats and 12 chickens. In her free time, Lindsey loves biking, hiking, boating, and DIY projects around the house. When she slows down, she enjoys reading her Bible or a good book on the porch. She has many favorite Bible verses, often rotating scripture cards in her kitchen. A recent favorite is Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." Contact Kid's Ministry Admin