The brethren from the Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids and Cadillac, Michigan, congregations met for a very inspiring Night to Be Observed and First Day of Unleavened Bread at the Holiday Inn and Convention Center in Holland, Michigan.

Pastor Gary McConnaughey ordained three individuals who have shown over the years their heart of service to their brothers and sisters in Christ.

Ordained to the office of deacon and deaconess were Matt and Maria Wilkinson serving in the Cadillac congregation. Mrs. Lisa Williams was ordained a deaconess serving in Kalamazoo congregation.