First 5 – Week of February 3, 2025

KROC EMPLOYEE BINGO: Get ready for some fun – we’re launching Kroc Employee Bingo! This is your chance to explore different areas of the Kroc, connect with other departments, and maybe even win an exclusive Employee T-shirt! The challenge runs from February 1st through the 28th. 

How to Play: Stop by the Fitness Desk to grab your bingo card and start your adventure! You’ll find a mix of activities that’ll have you moving, learning, and connecting with your fellow Kroc stars. You are responsible for keeping your card until you have a bingo! Don’t lose it!

Check in with Margarita Gonzalez if you have any questions!

CAMP KROC REGISTRATION IS OPEN: Camp Kroc registration is officially open! We are so excited to think about the lives impacted (and the summer weather) because of Camp Kroc. If you find members or guests asking questions, you can always refer them to our website! It’s up to date with this year’s camp information and guide.

FAME FUNDRAISER:

What We’re Doing: We’re collecting $1 and $5 donations to support our FAME program, with donor names displayed on our community “Refrigerator.”

Quick Facts to Share with Members: • FAME stands for Fine Arts, Music, and Expression • Partners with Brookside Elementary (walking distance to Kroc) • Serves 20-30 students per class • Provides FREE professional arts instruction including: Visual arts (painting, ceramics, printmaking), Ballet with Grand Rapids Ballet Company, Drumming classes

When in doubt, ask marketing or membership any questions you might have.

W-2’s AVAILABLE ON ADP: It’s that time of year again. Tax season! If you are looking for the digital version of your W-2, they are available in your ADP account. Physical copies have also been mailed to the address listed in your ADP.

OLDER ADULT DROP-IN ART (NAME CHANGE): After receiving some feedback from members, it was decided that Older Adult Drop-In Art needed a name refresh. It’s now called “Drop-in Art for Adults” and it is open to ages 18+. If you have any questions, please reach out to Alyson Rodriguez.

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: Welcome Desk Attendant, Lifeguard, Aquatics Lead, Day Camp positions and Fitness Attendant.


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

  • Shout out to our staff for being flexible during the WPAC stage upgrades.
  • Shout out to Ray for his positivity and willingness to serve wherever needed. 
  • Shout out to all who have stepped up and helped out with building tours!

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 in the Administration Foyer; 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.

  • -Al VanDyk, as he is working with doctors to find the perfect remedy for his chronic pain.
  • -Jaeson Clark’s mother was injured in car accident. Praying for quick healing and new transportation. And employment.
  • -“I pray that everyone sees Jesus, just as I did two days ago. I also pray that we can follow His ways and provide help for others and ourselves. Please keep the world warm, giving food and shelter, forgiveness, grace and strength. Thank you for letting me warm up in here.” Lyndsay M.
  • -For Mark Kaechele’s mom, as she is working through some health issues.
  • -For all Kroc Krew members who are assisting aging parents/family members.

Each week, we feature a “Note from the Pastor” and Bible verse from Captain Jack Huffman and the Kroc Church team. If you ever want to hear more about these topics, join us for Kroc Church Sunday mornings at 10am.

Growing in Faith – Mathew 14:22-32

In Matthew 14:22-32, we find Peter stepping out of the boat to walk on water toward Jesus. His faith wavered when he focused on the storm, but Jesus was there to lift him up. This story reminds us that faith grows when we step out, even in uncertainty, trusting Jesus to steady us.

As we navigate the storms of life, let’s fix our eyes on Christ. Whether you are taking small steps or bold leaps of faith, know that God is with you. When doubt creeps in, remember His hand is always outstretched, ready to guide and sustain you.

This week, I challenge you to take one step of faith. It could be reaching out to someone in need, praying boldly for a breakthrough, or simply trusting God in a difficult situation. Let’s continue growing together as a church, stepping forward with courage and trust in our faithful Savior.

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

  • Sunday: February 9th: Super Bowl Watch Party hosted by Kroc Church

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