Edgewood Church of God
Ithaca
MI

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The Church of God (Anderson, Indiana) is a worldwide movement of people seeking to fulfill God’s desire for the church. We are committed to studying the Word of God and faithfully living it out. We are committed to being the body of Christ in spirit, word, and deed. We commit ourselves to the mission that Jesus Christ gave every believer: to make disciples of all nations. We seek to love and serve all people, beginning with those within our sphere of activity and influence.

The Church of God movement appeared in the 1800s in the midst of the broader American Holiness Revival. The pioneers of the Church of God hoped to restore a more biblical understanding and practice of what it means to be the church.

One of our early church songs says: “The Bible is our rule of faith and Christ alone is Lord.” That still summarizes the core belief of most Church of God people. While we have been hesitant to issue any official belief statements, these beliefs reflect the heart of the Church of God movement:

Salvation makes us members of the body of Christ. We believe that the church is composed of every person who has accepted Jesus Christ as Savior. We enter into the life of the church, not by joining a denomination or a human organization, but by committing our lives to Christ.

The body of Christ is one, here and now. We believe that God calls all Christians to live in unity and peace. While Christians may not agree on all things, we can embrace the spirit of Christ in caring concern for one another. Jesus is our common foundation, and love is our only creed!

All members of the body of Christ are to live a holy life. We believe that God’s standard of life for all Christians is one of moral purity and godliness, to live as Christ. As God’s people, we represent Christ in this world.

In addition to these beliefs, we embrace these core biblical values:

The Lordship of Jesus Christ. There is one Lord, God’s Son, Jesus Christ, over the church, so Christ is the church’s ultimate authority in all things.

The Great Commission. Each of us is called to fulfill Matthew 28:18–20, making fully devoted followers of Christ—disciples—who will then teach others to follow him.

The Great Commandments. We are called to fulfill Matthew 22:37–39, not only loving God with our entire being, but also loving all that he loves.

The Holy Spirit’s Work. God’s Spirit equips believers with unique gifts that enable us to carry out the mission of Christ in the world. At the same time, the Spirit produces love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control in every believer (Galatians 5:22–23), which demonstrate the Spirit’s presence within us.
Stewardship. All of life is to be used for the honor, glory, and service of God.

While we have this core identity, you will find a great diversity of thought and practice within the Church of God. Despite our differences, we share a journey of faith, growing together into the fullness of Christ (Ephesians 4:13). We worship, serve, and grow together as citizens of God’s kingdom. We celebrate our life in Christ and embrace our call to be the body of Christ to our world—all to the glory of God.

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Dave Perry

Senior Pastor

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Dave Perry has been the Pastor of the Edgewood Church in Ithaca, Michigan since 2008.

Dave is married to Jeannie Perry and they have three sons, two daughter-in-laws and a really cute Yorkie Terrier named “Diesel”.

In 2013, he will celebrate 32 years in ministry, 34 years in marriage and two new grandbabies !

Since 1981, Dave and Jeanie Perry have served congregations in Washington state, Oregon, and Michigan. Together they have served in and have led Youth camps, marriage retreats and camp meetings.

As a speaker, Dave share stories, humor and a practical application of the Bible for everyday life.

Dave has a passion for Cross Cultural Mission Work Camps and has participated in 9 camps within the United States and in Brazil and in Guatemala.

My understanding about being a Christian is this =

“Following Jesus is a relationship that is marked by Joy, Passion and Generosity !”

Sunday School 9:15 AM

Sunday Worship 10:30 AM

Service Times last updated on the 14th of May, 2018

Our Children’s Program is a fun and energetic environment where faith is put to action while we share the love of Christ with our children’s. We are looking for additional Lead Teachers who facilitate the lesson, Classroom Assistants who interact with and care for the children, Drama Team members, Praise & Worship team members (no weekly practices), Registration Team members and anyone else who wants to share the Love of Christ with little ones! The usual time requirements for these positions are Sunday mornings, two times a month.

Time with the Middle School and High School ministry is where Christ followers learn to “walk the walk”, as we help to make disciples. As a volunteer with the youth ministry, you will leave a lasting impact on our next generation of leaders! Be encouraged, inspired and challenged as you engage, mentor, teach and “do life” with the students of Gratiot. The youth ministry has a variety of position available, including check-in, connect group leader, drama team, greeting team, production crew, prayer team, music and worship, game coordinator and adult leader’s event coordinator.