About Montcalm County

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"Great Resources And Opportunities In the Heartlands"


Population: 61,266 (2000 Census)
Montcalm County was established by the Michigan Legislature as an independent political unit on March 29, 1850. The first county seat was located in Greenville (http://www.infomi.com/city/greenville). It was moved to Stanton (http://www.infomi.com/city/stanton), however in 1860 because Stanton was considered to be more of the geographical center of the eastern 16 townships. The first courthouse was wooden, built in 1860. It was replaced by a brick structure in 1870, costing $1,500.00. In 1879 another courthouse was built, this one with fireproof vaults. It burned down in 1905. The current courthouse was built in 1910, costing about $50,000.00.
Today, Montcalm County contains a diversity of services and industry as its economic base. Some of these include: refrigerator mfg., engine bearings, plastics, printing, paper roll headers, tools, dies, jigs, brass fittings and wood furniture. Agriculturally, Montcalm County is a center for potato production. Tourism also plays its part here, with many lakes dotted with cottages, as well as scenic countryside. So if you want to get away for a day, c’mon over and experience for yourself the variety Montcalm County has to offer.

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Animal Services



Montcalm County Animal Shelter (http://www.geocities.com/dasgoldens/MI-animalshelters.html) , Stanton, MI (517)831-7355
Our goal is to help animals in area animal shelters get more exposure by bringing pictures and discriptions of potential pets to potential owners.
petshelter@usa.net (petshelter@usa.net)
Chamber of Commerce



Montcalm County Panhandle Area Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 474, Howard City, MI (616)937-5420; fax 937-5117
Welcome to the area. The MCPACC covers the townships of Maple Valley, Pierson, Reynolds, Winfield and surronding areas. The Chamber supports educational opportunities for its members as well as; monthly Business-After-Hours, a Business Expo in April, monthly newsletter and a welcome wagon business directory of all the MCPACC members.
chamber@dwvideo.com (chamber@dwvideo.com)

Carson City Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 18, Carson City, MI (989)584-3881 or Fax: (989)584-3867


Edmore Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 102, Edmore, MI (989)427-1095


Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce (http://www.greenvillechamber.net/) 108 North Lafayette Street, Suite C, Greenville, MI (616)754-5697 or Fax: (616)754-4710


Lakeview Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 57, Lakeview, MI (989)352-1200


Trufant Area Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 129, Trufant, MI (616)984-2396


Community Action Group



FreeCyle (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MontcalmCountyFreecycle/) N/A, Stanton, MI
This is a FREE group organized through the encouragement of Freecycle.org. It is a place for people in the Montcalm County Michigan area to list and claim things for FREE (no selling). Members dig in their closets, sheds and basements to see what they have to offer or it keeps something perfectly good and reusable from going to the landfill when it will benefit others, or others who may have needs, so members
of the FREE cycle can post things they would like to offer or post offers for things they want. Everyone has to remember that freecycle means ..totally FREE, and you are helping keep our community clean. People have offered swing sets, dishes, tables, baby clothes, exercise equipment. If you don’t see something offered that you need than you may post want adds. Don’t forget everything is free whether it is old or brand new!!! Thanks and hope to see you soon.
MontcalmCountyFreecycle-owner@yahoogroups.com (MontcalmCountyFreecycle-owner@yahoogroups.com)
Family Help



Michigan State University Extension Family, Food and Nutrition Program 211 West Main, P.O. Box 308, Stanton, MI (989)831-7500 Fax: (989)831-7515
Call today for information.
huyckl@msue.msu.edu (huyckl@msue.msu.edu)

Ionia/Montcalm County Family Independence Agency 609 West State Street ** P.O. Box 278, Stanton, MI (989)831-8400

lovelacej@michigan.gov (lovelacej@michigan.gov)
Service



Central Michigan Sportsman Club (http://www.billboardsonthenet.com/cmsc/) 1150 Joshusa Drive, Located 4 Miles East Of Stanton, Sheridan, MI (517)291-5181
Sportsman club bow and gun shoots, benifits, club house for rent. (free to other service orgs) hunter saftey courses.
Cmsc@Cmsinter.net (Cmsc@Cmsinter.net)
Volunteers



FreeCyle (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MontcalmCountyFreecycle/) N/A, Stanton, MI
This is a FREE group organized through the encouragement of Freecycle.org. It is a place for people in the Montcalm County Michigan area to list and claim things for FREE (no selling). Members dig in their closets, sheds and basements to see what they have to offer or it keeps something perfectly good and reusable from going to the landfill when it will benefit others, or others who may have needs, so members
of the FREE cycle can post things they would like to offer or post offers for things they want. Everyone has to remember that freecycle means ..totally FREE, and you are helping keep our community clean. People have offered swing sets, dishes, tables, baby clothes, exercise equipment. If you don’t see something offered that you need than you may post want adds. Don’t forget everything is free whether it is old or brand new!!! Thanks and hope to see you soon.
MontcalmCountyFreecycle-owner@yahoogroups.com (MontcalmCountyFreecycle-owner@yahoogroups.com)

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Baptist



First Baptist Church 134 North Lincoln Street, Stanton, MI 48888
Phone: (989)831-4112
Come visit us at "the priority place" where we help people put "First Things First". Sunday Bible School - 9:45; Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00AM; Sunday Evening - 6:30 PM; AWANA - Wed.@6:30
pastork@edzone.net (pastork@edzone.net)

Christian Reformed



Oakwood Christian Reformed Church (http://www.oakwoodcrc.org/) 8750 Storey Road, Belding, MI 48809
Phone: (616)794-2770 Kimberle Hoag
Oakwood is a body of believers in Jesus Christ alone dedicated to serving the Belding and Greenville community. A part of our service is a Christian Pre-school and Day Care. See our web-page for info.
office@oakwoodcrc.org (office@oakwoodcrc.org)

Church of Christ



Ferris Church of Christ 3443 North Crystal Road, Vestaburg, MI 48891
Phone: (989)268-5551 Pastor David Nicholson
In Christ's love, Everyone is SOMEONE! Ferris Church of Christ focus is upon the Bible: to believe and live out daily that faith with family, through work and everyday life experiences. Sunday Bible Study for all ages - 9:30am, Worship Services - 10:30am
dave_dolly36@hotmail.com (dave_dolly36@hotmail.com)

Congregational



Church of the Gentle Sheperd, The 124 West Bridge Street, Six Lakes, MI 48886
Phone: (989)365-4223 o
Join us in worship.

Crystal Church of the Brethren P.O. Box 11 (corner of Crystal and Holland Lake Roads), Crystal, MI 48818
Phone: (989)268-5234 Pastor William Raymor, Jr.
The Crystal Church of the Brethern is a small friendly congregation. We believe in and practice five ordinances of the church. Adult baptism, anointing, Bread and Cup, footwashing, and the Love Feast. We are family oriented and welcoming community of fait
wraymor2@nethawk.com (wraymor2@nethawk.com)

Episcopal



St. Paul's Episcopal Church (http://www.stpauls-greenville.org/) 305 South Clay Street, Greenville, MI 48838
Phone: (616)745-3163 Father John R. Kirkman
St.Paul's was founded in 1872, is a family of Christians who gather for worship and mutual ministry in an historic building in Greenville, MI. We are a friendly and welcoming community where you will find joyful worship and a caring spirit. As Eposcopalia
frkirkman@stpauls-greenville.org (frkirkman@stpauls-greenville.org)

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America



Faith Lutheran Church - Sidney (http://www.faithlutheransidney.org/) 3990 West Sidney Road, Sidney, MI 48885
Phone: (989)328-6833
Located one mile west of Sidney on Sidney Road, Faith Lutheran Church holds Sunday services at 9:00 a.m. each Sunday. Sunday School for children aged 3 through high school begins at 10:15 a.m. Communion is offered every first, third, and fifth Sunday.
pastor@faithlutheransidney.org (pastor@faithlutheransidney.org)


St. Paul Lutheran Church (http://www.forministry.com/48838SPLC) 100 East Coffren Street, Greenville, MI 48838
Phone: (616)754-6676 Pastor Scott Lindner
Founded by Danish immigrants 100 years ago, St. Paul serves the Greenville community through its ecumenical food pantry and Habitat for Humanity and Domestic Violence Shelter. All are welcome to "Morning Glory" @ 9:00 a.m. and/or "JoySONG&q
stpau100@iserv.net (stpau100@iserv.net)

Lutheran Church Missouri Synod - LCMS



Bethel Lutheran Church 18669 West M-46, Howard City, MI 49329
Phone: (231) 937-4921 Rev. Alsen Wenzel
Located 1/4 mile east of Old 131 on M-46. Worship services are Saturday at 5
p.m. (contemporary) and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. (traditional), with Sunday School/Adult Bible Study at 10:45 a.m. Youth meet every Sunday during the school year.
bethelhc@pathwaynet.com (bethelhc@pathwaynet.com)


Mount Calvary Lutheran (http://www.mountcalvarygreenville.org/) 908 West Oak Street, Greenville, MI 48838
Phone: (616) 754-48806 Pastor Jeff Wilhelm
Worship and fellowship centered on the overwhelming presence of God and the
grace of Jesus Christ in our lives. Preschool, Youth, Music, Caring Activities, Fun Events, Pictures. Grow with us in faith and find JOY in service (Jesus, Others,
You).
mclc908@sbcglobal.net (mclc908@sbcglobal.net)

Non-Denominational



1st Web Church (http://www.1stwebchurch.org/) 250 Franklin Lake Circle, Oxford, MI 48371
Phone: (248)628-7057
An internet-based church for those who have lost touch, or maybe never got in touch, with the major organized religions. We welcome everyone who feels "there must be something more to life!"
Pastor@1stwebchurch.org (Pastor@1stwebchurch.org)


CyberSpace Community Church (http://drybones.org/) 8551 North Pine Grove Road, Vestaburg, MI 48891
Phone: (517)268-5839 Dr. E. Gary Wigle, Pastor
Presenting Jesus Christ in a Biblical manner, speaking the Truth about Him based on historical orthodox Christianity, using un-orthodox methods--the internet.
dr.gary@4u.net (dr.gary@4u.net)

Roman Catholic



Emmaus Monastery (http://www.emmausmonastery.org/) 10154 North Pine Grove Road, Vestaburg, MI 48891
Phone: (989)268-5494
We are a canonical, Roman Catholic women's monastery committed to prayer, study, reflection, and hospitality. Affirming the contemplative dimension of each person, we offer retreats, spiritual direction, prayerful space to people of all backgrounds. Christ is our center and destination.
emmaus.monastery@gmail.com (emmaus.monastery@gmail.com)

United Methodist



Amble United Methodist Church Highway 46, Amble, MI 49329
Phone: (517)352-6922 Pastor Charles Fullmer
Sunday Worship at 9:30am, Sunday School at 10:30am.
merfull@pathwaynet.com (merfull@pathwaynet.com)


Heritage United Methodish Church (http://www.umcheritage.org/) 19931 West Kendaville Road, Pierson, MI 49339
Phone: (231)937-4310 Rev. Thomas E. Ball, Pastor
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. FBI(Faithful Bible Investigators)Middle School Youth Group 5:30 p.m CIA(Christians In Action) High School Youth Group 5:30 p.m.
humc@pathwaynet.com (humc@pathwaynet.com)

7th Day Adventist



Cedar Lake Seventh-day Adventist Church (http://www.cedarlakesdachurch.org/) 7260 Academy Road, Cedar Lake, MI 48812
Phone: (989) 427-3876
Come join us for sabbath worship! Sabbath school 9:30 am - 10:40 am Worship service 10:45 am - 12:30
cedarlake@misda.org (cedarlake@misda.org)