Celebrate the Savior's birth! A multi-generational experience of Word and corporate worship that includes singing songs of Christmas with choir, organ and orchestra. A family-friendly balcony space is available for quiet play or view the livestreamed service in the library with an energetic child. Nursery is available. 

Join Harderwyk musicians in celebrating the birth of Christ with a walk-up choir rendition of Handel’s beloved “Hallelujah Chorus” from The Messiah during our Christmas morning service, All experience levels are welcome! No rehearsal for this event, all interested singers will receive music that morning and join the musicians at the conclusion of the service.

Livestream is available on the Celebration YouTube Channel or at harderwyk.com/watch.

A contemplative journey through Luke's account of the Christmas Story as fulfillment of the words of the prophet Isaiah. It is a journey that leads toward Christ who is the light of the world. A family friendly balcony space is available for quiet play or view the livestreamed service in the library with an energetic child. Nursery is available.

Livestream is available on the Celebration YouTube Channel or at harderwyk.com/watch.

The Harderwyk GEMS will share the Christmas Story through an “Emoji Christmas” Play in Great Room of the Red Brick Building.

Bake Sale during Wednesday Community Night Supper. Payment by donation. All proceeds go towards the Ireland Mission Team.

Aldea Coffee will bring their holiday and speciality roasts of coffee to purchase in both buildings on Sunday, December 15th.

Aldea Coffee is a people-and-planet-before-profit, Certified B Corporation. By partnering directly with farmers, roasting specialty coffee, and serving you, they strive to bring the highest level of social and environmental engagement to all communities in which they work.

This year Aldea Coffee and Aldea Development celebrate their 15th Anniversary. Learn more about how they partner with coffee farmers in Honduras: Aldea Development Website

Drop off children ages 3-12 years old for an evening of fun while parents go out for dinner, do some last minute shopping, etc.  Drop off under the canopy at the Red Brick Church Building.  Payment by donation. All proceeds benefit the Ireland Mission Team.

Please join us for Yoga at Journey of Hope Yoga at 12719 Riley St, Holland, MI 49424  on December 9th from 7pm-8pm.  This is a FREE event! Please RSVP to april@harderwyk.com.  There is a 30 person max so please email right away if you are interested! 

On December 9th, the Great Room will be turned into the Harderwyk Movie Theater.  It will be complete with fresh popcorn, soda, water and candy boxes.  We will also be serving coffee for those who did not get their morning fill. 

This special movie event will be centered around the movie with the famous line "You'll Shoot Your Eye Out!".   The movie "A Christmas Story" is now the most popular film in America, with 50 million viewers annually on cable and TV alone and 9 million copies sold on DVDs.  

We will watch A Christmas Story together starting at 11 am (please arrive at 10:45am) and then be joined by Quentin Schultze who learned from the movie screenwriter (when they taught at Calvin together) how this movie includes a series of parables.

Please bring your own chair if it is more comfortable than the chairs we have in the great room.

Questions?  Contact christinemac@harderwyk.com

Get into the holiday spirit by decorating Gingerbread Houses with us in the Great Room. We will be serenaded by delightful Christmas music and an opportunity to get your photo taken in the photo booth. All ages are welcome for this free family event.

Function is a safe place for 7th & 8th grade students to have fun with youth ministry staff and parent chaperones. Activities include karoake, arts and crafts, video games, dancing, nine square, gaga ball, basketball, and a photo booth. Pizza and Pop is served all night.

Functions are held monthly on Fridays during the school year from 6 to 9 pm in the Anchor Building.

Purchase $10 wristbands through the HSM Student Ministry App or at the door before the event begins or through this link: Function Wristbands

Join us in the Harderwyk Sanctuary for a time of giving thanks for life, redemption, food and clothing, work, God's blessings and provisions for us. Nursery is provided during worship and there is also a family-friendly space in the balcony for supervised quiet play for parents and small children.

Livestream is available on the Celebration YouTube Channel or at harderwyk.com/watch.

Please join us for a dedication recital with Allison Shinnick Keep and David Keep as they share the piano works by Brahms, Clara Schumann, and Robert Schumann. David & Allison made their four-hand piano debut in Germany in 2023 and are thrilled to share their music with Harderwyk Ministries in dedicating the newly rebuilt 1905 Mason & Hamlin grand piano in the Harderwyk Sanctuary.

A reception with light refreshments to follow. A free will offering will be taken as a thank you to the artists.

A New Piano for the Harderwyk Sanctuary - The Backstory & Need
https://threequestionsharderwykcelebration.blogspot.com/2024/08/a-new-piano-for-harderwyk-sanctuary.html

A little bit about the musicians…

David Keep is a prize-winning pianist, theorist, and pedagogue. He has performed as recitalist, concerto soloist, Lied partner, and chamber musician through the United States and Europe. Recent recital venues include the Christian-Albrechts-Universität (Kiel, Germany), Bowling Green University (OH), Grove Music Festival (MI), Loyola University (IL), Lawrence University (WI), and Free at Three Recital Series (MI). His collaboration with artist Greg Lookerse (Hope College) produced an interdisciplinary exploration of George Crumb’s “Little Suite for Christmas”, funded by a grant from the Calvin Institute for Christian Worship. The resulting multimedia performance was presented to church congregations across West Michigan in 2022, designed to inspire conversations about faith, discomfort, and music in Advent. 

As a theorist, Keep has devoted much of his research toward understanding how meaning is perceived in music. Keep’s interests are centered on the music of Brahms, music of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and the connections between analysis and performance. He has presented his research at state, regional, and national conferences, and he has been invited to give lectures at Cornell University’s conference “Performing Clara Schumann: Keyboard Legacies and Feminine Identities in the Long Romantic Tradition” as well as at the Forschungszentrum der Johannes Brahms Gesamtausgabe, Musikwissenschaftlichen Institut of the Christian-Albrechts-Universität, in Kiel, Germany. Current research projects include studies on disability and virtuosity in Brahms’s music, harmonic sequences as signifiers of the sublime, and the relationship between dance gestures and un-notated performance conventions in waltzes composed for the piano, particularly as captured by early recorded piano performances in the era leading up to 1914.

Dr. Keep is an Assistant Professor of Music at Hope College, where he teaches piano and academic courses to majors and nonmajors, emphasizing both the rigorous pursuit of specialization in music as well as the exploration of the art form’s significance within a liberal arts curriculum. David holds a Ph.D. in music theory from the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester; he earned a MM in piano performance with a minor in music theory from the Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University; and he also holds a BM in piano performance from Lawrence University.

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As pianist, educator, collaborative musician, and administrator, Allison Shinnick Keep advocates for the transformative role that music can play in society and in the lives of individuals. Her solo and collaborative performances have been heard across the US, Germany, Spain, and Japan, and in venues such as Bach-Saal (Kiel), Orchard Hall (Tokyo), Hill Auditorium (Ann Arbor), Helzberg Hall (Kansas City), and Carnegie’s Weill Recital Hall (NYC). A champion of American works, Allison’s repertoire includes compositions by Griffes, Liebermann, and Price, and she has appeared as soloist in concerti by Amy Beach (Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra) and Aaron Copland (Lawrence University Symphony Orchestra).

A dedicated teacher, Dr. Keep received extensive pedagogical training at the New School for Music Study in Kingston, New Jersey, where she served on the faculty for four years. She has also held graduate teaching assistantships at the University of Missouri – Kansas City and at the University of Michigan. Allison is currently on the faculty of Hope College (Holland, MI), where she teaches courses in piano and aural skills. She also maintains a vibrant private studio of pre-college pianists.

Allison seeks to contribute to the greater piano teaching community both locally and nationally through serving in administrative roles, presenting at conferences, and writing. She recently performed a lecture recital of nocturnes by women composers at the National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy, in addition to co-chairing the New Professionals Committee. Her writing has appeared in the Piano Magazine, on the Piano Inspires Discovery Blog, and will be featured in an upcoming issue of the Piano Inspires Kids magazine. Dr. Keep currently serves as the secretary of the board of the PianoArts North American Competition, as well as the Teacher Education Chair for Michigan Music Teachers Association.

Allison holds a DMA in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Michigan; she earned a Master of Music in Piano Performance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City; and she holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance and Oboe Performance with a minor in German from Lawrence University. She studied piano with Arthur Greene, Robert Weirich, and Catherine Kautsky, and her pedagogy mentors include John Ellis, Amy Glennon, and Mary Van De Loo.

Grief is harder around the holidays

Know how to deal with the challenges

Facing this season while grieving can sometimes feel like taking one step forward and two steps back. But like a trusted guide, a 2-hour Surviving the Holidays event will prepare you to navigate the season’s changes.

More info and registration details: https://www.griefshare.org/events/248287

Women's Ministry Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating Event (Great Room)

The event is hosted by Renee Visser and is free! You will be decorating 6 cookies and will have the opportunity to buy more cookies to take home for $5. This is for women and children older than 12.

Please RSVP by November 9th to April at april@harderwyk.com

Information can also be found on the Harderwyk Women’s Ministry Facebook Group

Clear your calendar! On November 9th, you will find 2 buildings FULL of crafters, artisans, and vendors! All proceeds from this sale will benefit Harderwyk Missions. Enjoy shopping among the 70+ booths and don't forget to look for bargains in our second-hand market.

Pigs in a Blanket
Do you like pigs in the blankets? Well, we have the best! Ours are homemade without preservatives. Each pig covered with French puff pastry and are huge - perfect for Holiday's with family. We will have them hot and ready to eat or frozen and sold by the 1/2 dozen for $16.

Cookie Room
Shop for homemade cookies and baked goods by the pound. Pick out your favorites and bring home a container of treats to share with your family. All proceeds go towards the Ireland Mission Team.

Second-Hand Market
Shop for gently used home and holiday decor items at our Second Hand Market in the Anchor Building. All items are priced to sell; proceeds go towards the Ireland Mission Team.

Vendor Information
We still have 6x10 booths available for rent. This sale has a rich tradition of being on the northside of Holland for over 30 years and is sure to be full of shoppers on Saturday, November 9th. All proceeds from this event go towards Harderwyk Missions.
Vendor Application
Questions? Contact our Craft Sale Coordinator Christine MacDonald.

Come out to Harderwyk Ministries for a Family Fall Fest, featuring a hay wagon ride, fall craft, golden pumpkin hunt, popcorn, and a trunk or treat.
Family Fall Activities from 3:30 to 5:30 pm
Trunk or Treat from 4 to 5:00 pm

To sign up to host a trunk, please use the following link: harderwyk.com/signup.

Widowed? Help is here and hope is possible

Do you dread the lonely days and nights? Wonder what to do with your spouse’s belongings? Feel like your brain is in a fog? Unsure of how you’ll go on?

At a Loss of a Spouse seminar you’ll discover:

• Other people understand and have found ways to make it through

• Why it won’t always hurt so much

• Reasons for hope

• Practical tips for coping with the death of a spouse

Registration Information: griefshare.org/events/248001

Function is a safe place for 7th & 8th grade students to have fun with youth ministry staff and parent chaperones. Activities include karoake, arts and crafts, video games, dancing, nine square, gaga ball, basketball, and a photo booth. Pizza and Pop is served all night.

Functions are held monthly on Fridays during the school year from 6 to 9 pm in the Anchor Building.

Purchase $10 wristbands through the HSM Student Ministry App or at the door before the event begins or through this link: Function Wristbands

The 20th anniversary of the Park2Park Race is quickly approaching and WE NEED YOUR HELP!
The Park2Park race is the largest annual fundraiser for Neighbors Plus – it’s a great way to show support for the ministries of Neighbors Plus, while spending a beautiful September morning cheering on and directing runners!

There are several open volunteer positions available your volunteer time will depend on your location. Please view locations where volunteers are still needed: Volunteer Stations

If you are interested in volunteering, contact Jennifer Roudebush.

Information and Runner Registration can be found at runsignup.com

Women's Ministry Event at Paint a Pot (390 E 8th Street)

This mother/daughter event will be free for all painters but we have a 24-person max so RSVP to April Kiekintveld (april@harderwyk.com) before September 16.

Information can also be found on the Harderwyk Women’s Ministry Facebook Group

All are invited to join us for a lunchtime picnic in the Pavilion. All food is provided, just come and enjoy a meal together. This is a great opportunity to bring a friend.

Join us for a FREE picnic and carnival in the Harderwyk parking lot!
Free Dinner, Popcorn, Sno-Cones, Dunk Tank, Inflatables, Carnival Games and more!

Join us for a church picnic at Tunnel Park in the South Pavilion.
Menu: Burgers, Dogs, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Chips, Watermelon, Ice Cream Cups.  Juice Boxes and water.

This sale is for those selling their own baby/kids items, crafters, and vendors. It will be held outside in the parking lot of Harderwyk Ministries.

Mom2Mom Sellers: Each seller will get one – 11' wide x 20' deep parking lot space that you can fill with whatever tables/racks you need to sell your items. If you are selling both Mom2Mom items, and craft items you may rent a space for each if you wish. Cost of a seller space is $30. If you need to rent a table from us, it is an additional $10 cost per table with a max of 2 - 8 ft tables per seller. 

Direct sales vendors: We have a limited amount of space for direct sales vendors. Those spaces are 12' wide x 6' deep with a cost of $20 per space. If you are a vendor, please contact us by email prior to sending in the application to confirm availability

Mom2Mom Sale Application

Join us for one Harderwyk outdoor worship on the lawn behind the Anchor Building. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on and grab a donut and cup of coffee as you arrive.

Nursery is provided for the little ones inside the Watershed nursery in the Anchor Building. Children’s activity clipboards will be available near the donut tables on the Anchor deck.

Join us for conversation and coffee at Holland State Park. Bring a chair to sit along the channel. Coffee and Donuts are provided. Questions? Contact christinemac@harderwyk.com.

We will be replacing landscape edging at Neighbors Plus’ Transitional Home. This involved moving stones, pulling up old wood, installing new aluminum edging, and moving stones back in place. This is not heavy lifting but will need to be on hands and knees a bit. Any women over the age of 18 are welcome to participate. Please email april@harderwyk.com if you are planning to serve.

Another Habitat for Humanity build day benefiting the Zadran family volunteer hours has been scheduled for Saturday, August 17 from 8am-12pm.  We are looking for 5 more people to serve on that day.  If you would like to volunteer please contact dee@harderwyk.com!

Join us at Russ' northside on the 2nd and 4th Monday's of the month for a men's Bible study.  We will enjoy breakfast together and a discussion.  Pastor Bill will facilitate.