A LITTLE BIT ABOUT US

Every church is a unique reflection of its history and its beliefs. This is a place with deep roots and a strong Christian Reformed tradition. We invite you to visit and experience it for yourself.


OUR BELIEFS

Second Christian Reformed Church is part of the Christian Reformed Church in North America. You can read more about creeds and theology on the CRCNA website. However, here are the basics that govern our worship and work in this world.

The Bible is the infallible Word of God. He speaks to us through this Word, and our preaching is based on this Word.

We are saved by grace alone. Nothing we can do makes us right with God. Only by accepting the sacrifice of His perfect Son on our behalf can we experience the joy of a restored relationship with God.

We are called to share the Gospel. We are God’s missionaries throughout the world, spreading the good news of His forgiveness and love.

You will find that this church acts on these beliefs in many ways, including:

  • Biblically centered worship, with a strong emphasis on preaching the Word.
  • Support of Christian education for our children.
  • Long-term support for missionaries at home and abroad.
  • Active volunteerism and support of the lakeshore community.

OUR HISTORY

1882 / The Free Independent Reformed Church was formed with 75 families. Services were preached in Dutch.

1895 / The first English-language sermon was preached here.

1910 / All services were conducted in English.

1915 / The first choir was formed.

1924 / We sponsored our first missionary.

1927 / The years of the Great Depression hit this congregation. Church members joined together to provide benevolent gifts for food, heat and housing.

1949 / The consistory voted to get an option on lots at the corner of Sheldon and Robbins, the site now occupied by the church building.

1957 / Lots for the church and the parsonage were purchased.

1966 / Construction was completed, and the new building was dedicated at the Easter Sunday morning service.

1982 / We celebrated our 100th anniversary!

2003 / On January 12, we dedicated a new addition. This significant expansion gave us multipurpose space, improved building accessibility, and provided much-needed classrooms.

2014 / Updates to the platform, lighting, video and audio systems were completed.


OUR STAFF

Rev. Tim Blackmon

Pastor

Pastor Tim leads us in worship and provides guidance to the staff as they implement our plans for ministry.
(616) 842-0710
pastor@secondcrcgrandhaven.org

Amy Wolffis

Office Manager

Amy is the friendly voice you will hear on the phone when you call our church. She can assist you or direct your inquiry to the right person.
(616) 842-0710
admin@secondcrcgrandhaven.org

Emily Bierma

Coordinator of Children's Ministries

Emily teaches and cares for the littlest lambs, and coordinates their worship development experiences through elementary school.
(616) 842-0710
childrensministries@secondcrcgrandhaven.org

Rob Wagenmaker

Coordinator of Student Ministries

Rob engages tweens and teens in the life and ministry of the church.
(616) 842-0710
youth@secondcrcgrandhaven.org

Amy Anderson

Director of Congregational Care

Amy works with our care teams and supports our adult discipleship program.
(616) 842-0710
grow@secondcrcgrandhaven.org

Dirk Weesies

Custodian

Dirk is our mechanical wizard and exterior maintenance person.
(616) 842-0710
custodian@secondcrcgrandhaven.org

Mark Boelens

Custodian

Mark keeps the inside of our church clean and sparkly. (616) 842-0710