Merry Christmas from our team to yours! 🎁



This season, we wanted to spread some joy, laughter, and heartfelt wishes your way. We’ve put together a meaningful (and funny) video just for you.

Trust us—you’ll want to watch till the very end! 🎬

May this Christmas be filled with joy, love, peace, and His Presence!

With Great Love,

The GLR Team

Berkley Hills Church has a history of multiplying churches. Recently, they started the "Multiply Network" out of obedience to God's calling to multiply His Kingdom, reaching people in new places with the good news of Jesus Christ. In 2021, the Solon Center Wesleyan Church merged with Berkley Hills to launch Frost Creek Church in Cedar Springs, MI. Shortly after this step of faith, Berkley Hills had an unexpected opportunity for a similar partnership with Knapp Reformed Church, a non-Wesleyan congregation started in 1914.

As Berkley Hills and the Multiply Network explored this potential partnership, they realized that the physical building and the existing congregations' deep desire to reach lost people for Jesus would enable greater efforts to build the kingdom. The Knapp Reformed Church also felt led to merge with the Wesleyan Church. The new church will be called Knapp Valley Church and will be located in the Knapps Corner community of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Church planters John Gorveatte and Isaac Steiner are in the final stages of pre-launch, with a planned launch in early 2025.

To celebrate the launch of this new campus, beautiful handmade nativity scenes were crafted from the former pews in the Knapp Reformed Church building and presented to each family. The scenes were received warmly, and there were tears of gratitude. 

We want to hear your impactful Christmas stories!

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Did you know the Great Lakes Region offers voluntary dental and vision plans as a benefit to every employee at each of our churches?You do not need to be full-time to qualify; anyone can join.  

The open enrollment period for new participants is January 1 – 24, 2025 with coverage beginning February 1st, 2025. 

As we step into the New Year, we invite you to join us in a season of fasting and prayer—a time to seek God’s guidance, draw closer to Him, and align our hearts for what’s ahead.

This year, we’re thrilled to share a brand-new devotional, written by one of our own pastors, Nicole Wiencek from Keystone Church in Saline, MI. Designed for groups, families, and churches, this resource provides a thoughtful guide to journey through fasting and prayer together via the YouVersion Bible app.

RESOURCES

HELPFUL TOOLS JUST FOR YOU!

Preparing Your Heart For the Hustle

Lead with joy and authenticity while keeping your heart centered on Christ.

Refuel Your Soul After the Christmas Rush

The holiday season is a time of giving, leading, and pouring out—but don’t forget to refill your own soul. We’ve curated a list of podcast episodes designed to help you reconnect with God, recharge your spirit, and focus on your well-being as you step into the New Year.

Take time to rest, reflect, and realign with what truly matters.

Your soul is worth it.

Reclaiming the Sabbath After Christmas

After the hustle of the holidays, it’s time to rest. Find out how to renew your rhythm and reclaim the Sabbath.

Mental Health in Ministry

Caring for others starts with caring for yourself. Discover practical ways to prioritize mental health in ministry.

70 Years of Ministry: Staying the Course

What does it take to stay in ministry for the long haul? Learn wisdom from decades of faithful service.

With Pastor Bob Zuhl

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