Fountain Street Church

Fountain Street Church FSC has been an independent, liberal, non-profit institution in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for over a century.

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We strive to be a vibrant church community that challenges individuals to craft their own spiritual journeys and to engage in creative and responsive action in the world. We strive to be a vibrant church community that challenges individuals to craft their own spiritual journeys and engage in creative and responsible action in the world. Details on all our services and ways to connect can be found

on our website (https://www.fountainstreet.org/)


We offer two weekly services. Join us on Sunday morning at 9:30am ET for Chapel Gathering or 11am ET in our Sanctuary. The Sanctuary Service will be live-streaming on our Youtube channel (https://www.youtube.com/fountainstreetchurch)

Our Ministry Team:
Rev. Christopher Roe (he/him), Executive Minister, Senior Minister
Margi Peterson(she/her),
Chaplain

Our Staff Team:
Laurie Rikkers (she/her),
Office Manager
Kayle Clements,
Head A/V Technician
Katie Bush (She/Her/Hers),
Interim Director of Children & Youth Programs

📚✨ Huge thanks to everyone who participated in the Banned Book Exchange! ✨📚We had about 75 books in the mix, and it was ...
01/23/2025

📚✨ Huge thanks to everyone who participated in the Banned Book Exchange! ✨📚

We had about 75 books in the mix, and it was incredible seeing so many people connecting, meeting new friends, and diving into conversations about the books they picked. 💬📖

Events like this remind us how powerful stories—and community—can be. 🖤 Thank you for making it so special!

FSC's campus will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22nd due to inclement weather.  For future reference, FSC will ...
01/22/2025

FSC's campus will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22nd due to inclement weather. For future reference, FSC will close its campus when GRCC closes. You can also check fountainstreet.org for updates.

We are making a concerted effort to check on our neighbors and make sure that our friends are safe - especially the many members of our community who are sleeping outside during this natural disaster in the City of Grand Rapids.
To support our nearby community members in need of emergency housing please visit https://fountainstreet.churchcenter.com/giving/to/pastor-s-b-fund

100% of the money in this fund is used to directly assist people in crisis - especially those who reside near our campus.

Use our online form to make a donation to Fountain Street Church.

01/21/2025

Tuesday, January 21 - Due to weather, all events at Fountain Street are cancelled today. Stay warm and safe friends.

*POSTPONED DUE TO HAZARDOUS WEATHER*The MLK Commemoration at Fountain Street Church has been canceled for tonight. Watch...
01/20/2025

*POSTPONED DUE TO HAZARDOUS WEATHER*
The MLK Commemoration at Fountain Street Church has been canceled for tonight. Watch for rescheduling info to come. Stay warm friends!

📚Give a Banned Book, Get a Banned Book Social📚📅 Date: Sunday, January 19📍 Location: Social Hall⏰ Time: 12:00 PMStand up ...
01/14/2025

📚Give a Banned Book, Get a Banned Book Social📚

📅 Date: Sunday, January 19
📍 Location: Social Hall
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM

Stand up for the freedom to read! Join us for a fun and meaningful event to celebrate books that have sparked conversations and challenged perspectives.

Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Wrap a banned book in brown paper.
2️⃣ Write the genre and the first sentence of the book on the wrapper (no spoilers!).
3️⃣ Drop it off in the Social Hall before the 11:00 AM service on January 19.

After service, head to the Social Hall at noon to pick a book, connect with fellow readers, and enjoy a little literary mystery and great company.

Let’s celebrate our shared love for stories that inspire, provoke, and unite! ❤️📖

🌟 A Beautiful Afternoon at the Resolutions and Resilience Exhibit Opening! 🌟The energy in the room was vibrant, with eng...
01/06/2025

🌟 A Beautiful Afternoon at the Resolutions and Resilience Exhibit Opening! 🌟

The energy in the room was vibrant, with engaging conversations and laughter. NOW is the time to make art that brings us hope!

The FSC member artists are so grateful to all who joined us to celebrate the power of art to inspire and connect.

🖼️ Exhibit Dates: Through January 27th
📍 Location: Evenson Chapel inside the Fountain Street Church

Together, we build a community that uplifts and heals through the arts!

‘Resolutions and Resilience’ Art ExhibitJoin us tomorrow for two engaging gatherings celebrating art and the human spiri...
01/04/2025

‘Resolutions and Resilience’ Art Exhibit
Join us tomorrow for two engaging gatherings celebrating art and the human spirit.

• Artist Talk: Tomorrow, 1/5, during the 9:30a service in the Chapel, FSC artists will discuss their works that reflect the compassion and courage required in today’s political climate.

• Meet & Greet with the Artists: From 12–2p in the Chapel, connect with the artists behind the exhibit. Enjoy tidbits to tide you over until lunch!

We would be grateful for your supportive presence!

A special thank you to Renee Therriault for organizing this impactful exhibition.

Film Photography: Angela Swan

12/21/2024
Interested in becoming an official member of the Fountain Street Church?The membership book will be opened this coming S...
12/19/2024

Interested in becoming an official member of the Fountain Street Church?

The membership book will be opened this coming Sunday, December 22nd at the beginning of the 11 am service in the sanctuary.

Contact Rev. Dannison with at the church with any questions - fountainstreet.org

Membership is open to all - FSC does not require individuals or families to submit to any tests of faith, statements of belief, or specific religious creeds in order to join our movement.

"A beacon of hope."From WOOD TV8
12/13/2024

"A beacon of hope."
From WOOD TV8

A Grand Rapids staple is in need of repairs after over a century on the city skyline.

🌟✨Dec. 21st Winter Solstice Celebration at Fountain Street Church✨🌟🌌 Join us for a magical evening as we honor the longe...
12/13/2024

🌟✨Dec. 21st Winter Solstice Celebration at Fountain Street Church✨🌟

🌌 Join us for a magical evening as we honor the longest night of the year and welcome the return of the light! ❄️

🕯️ Date: Saturday, December 21st
🕰️ Time: 7:00 pm
📍 Location: Fountain Street Church Sanctuary

This special gathering will include a Crone Ceremony, where we venerate the wisdom, experience, and guidance of incredible women who embody the spirit of the Crone 👑🌿.

Celebrate the power of community, transformation, and the sacred cycle of the seasons. Let’s embrace the light within and around us! 🌞✨

All are welcome! Bring your family, friends, and an open heart. 💕

💙❄️Blue Holiday Service❄️💙December 16 | Chapel | 7:00 PMJoin us for a special evening of reflection, music, poetry, and ...
12/10/2024

💙❄️Blue Holiday Service❄️💙
December 16 | Chapel | 7:00 PM

Join us for a special evening of reflection, music, poetry, and community designed to support those experiencing grief and loss during the holidays.

Music will be beautifully offered by the Grand Rapids Threshold Choir.

All are welcome. Let’s come together in a spirit of understanding and hope. ❄️💙

✨ Crown-Making Workshop ✨📅 December 14📍 Social Hall⏰ 4:00 PM👑 Calling all Maidens, Mothers, and Crones! Join us for a cr...
12/07/2024

✨ Crown-Making Workshop ✨
📅 December 14
📍 Social Hall
⏰ 4:00 PM

👑 Calling all Maidens, Mothers, and Crones! Join us for a creative Crown-Making Workshop led by Angela Swan. 🌿✨

Bring along craft supplies you’d like to use and share. A HOT GLUE GUN would be fantastic too! Together, we’ll craft beautiful crowns to wear for the Winter Solstice Service and Croning Ceremony on December 21.💫

Let’s gather, create, and celebrate the unique BEAUTY and POWER of every stage of life! 🎨

Buy your holiday gifts using your REDUCE, RECYCLE, REUSE commitment and support the work of the FSC Women’s Association....
12/07/2024

Buy your holiday gifts using your REDUCE, RECYCLE, REUSE commitment and support the work of the FSC Women’s Association. Last year they purchased our $8000 industrial catering refrigerator with the proceeds and monetary gifts!

Whether you’re hunting for unique holiday gifts or just love discovering special finds, TRINKETS & TREASURES is the perfect event for you. Your purchases will support the meaningful work of the Fountain St. Church Women’s Association. Spread the word, invite your friends, and come treasure h...

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24 Fountain Street NE
Grand Rapids, MI
49503

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Sunday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+16164598386

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Fountain Street Church is about deeds more than creeds. About liberation more than salvation. About justice more than righteousness. If these principles strike a chord with you, please visit us. Our goal is to help you free your mind, grow your soul and change the world through our programming, Sunday services and community engagement.

Due to the COVI-19 pandemic, our services have moved to digital media. You can find links on our YouTube channel and in posts to our page. For the forseeable future, we’ll have one service at 10:00 a.m.