First 5 – Week of February 12, 2024

SUPER BOWL PARTY: From Lt. Jack Huffman… “This Sunday at 6 PM Kroc Church is hosting a Super Bowl Party, and I want to invite you to join us. If you don’t have plans and want to watch the game on the big screens in the Chapel, then make sure to be there. We will have popcorn, pizza, snacks, a Bible quiz and sundae bar during halftime. We would love to have you stop in and see us as we enjoy a time of just hanging out together. We hope to see you there.”

WHAT’S #YOURKROCSTORY? On February 1, we’re rolling out a new contest for both members and employees called #YourKrocStory. All you have to do is record a short video about the impact the Kroc Center has had on your life and/or the community and send it to the Kroc page via Facebook or Instagram message. The best videos will win a portion of $2,024 in gift cards! See GrKrocCenter.org/yourkrocstory for details.

49507 FAMILY WELLNESS FAIR: On Saturday, March 9 from 12-4 PM, the Kroc Center will be partnering with the neighborhood organization Seeds of Promise to put on a new event at the Kroc. We are actively looking for more groups to participate (at no cost) – if you know of anyone who may be interested in joining us to promote community wellness, please send contact information to Jon Shaner.

SAVE THE DATE: The next all-staff meeting will be on Sunday, March 10 at 4:30PM. A light meal will be provided following the meeting. More information about the agenda, etc. will be shared in the coming weeks.

PROGRAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: As a reminder, next Wednesday, February 14 is the registration deadline for the Winter 2 program session. The Winter 2 session and updated recreation schedules go into effect Monday, February 19.

OPEN POSITIONS: Visit the Central Territory’s ADP Recruitment system for all job postings and to submit applications online. We appreciate you sharing opportunities with friends and family! Current openings include: Day Camp Lead; Summer Day Camp Counselor (full-time); Summer Day Camp Counselor (part-time); Building Supervisor; Aquatics Lead; Lifeguard; Youth Ministry and Mission Specialist.


Send an email to RJ Kroc if you see someone going above and beyond for our guests! 

  • With an increase in traffic often comes an increase in incident reports – the facilities and aquatics teams dealt with several of these well last week.
  • The Welcome Desk team was the only department with 100% time card approval for this pay period. Thanks from the HR department!
  • Alicia Williams made green dots with a crowd of people waiting outside the main entrance for the Kroc Center to open on Sunday.

Here are some of the upcoming events and groups at the Kroc Center: 

  • Girls on the Run: Tuesday, 3-8pm, Fireside Hall
  • Fit Kids 360: Wednesday, 5-8 pm; WPAC, Music Room
  • Area Agency on Aging: Friday, 8:30am-Noon, WPAC
  • TSA Grand Rapids Advisory Board: Friday, 11:30am-1pm, Fireside C
  • Birthday Party: Friday, 5-8pm, Fireside A
  • Judo Tournament: Saturday, ALL DAY, Gymnasium & Fireside Hall

Each week, members of the Kroc Center and Kroc Church submit a number of requests for prayer. We welcome these from everyone in our community, and encourage all our Kroc Krew to lift up these requests in your own way. Don’t forget that you are always welcome to attend devotions on Tuesday mornings at 9am (currently in the Green Room); if you have a prayer request to share, you can post it on the board in the lobby, use the online form, or contact a member of the Kroc Church team.

  • Erica T – To stay focused and life life to the fullest; I continue to win the fight over depression; for my oldest to find the right way in his life

  • Destinee J – Strength, guidance, better relationships with my 3 children

  • Kelsie K – I live with chronic pain

  • Heather P – Help with daughter & Grandson; protect Kaysen (grandson); help me to be a good example; help me to forgive myself of past; a new job that enriches me.

  • Briauna C – Guidance & Strength for me in the new year with my four beautiful daughters

Be sure to wish a Happy Birthday to our Kroc Krew colleagues: 

  • Michael Blakley: 2/13
  • Shauntae Gray: 2/13