Who We Are

We are a community of imperfect people. We have been redeemed by God through Jesus. His Spirit is equipping us to be a light in this world. Get to know us by attending a worship service or social event, or by browsing our website.

Our Music

At LaGrave, music plays an essential role in shaping meaningful worship. Multiple member choirs, handbell ensembles, and a world class pipe organ work together to create a beautiful worship experience. We are so grateful to have such talented members and staff using their gifts in worship.

Our pipe organ has a rich tradition at LaGrave. It has served as the primary instrument for leading our congregation in weekly worship throughout the church’s history. Supported by two full-time staff members, LaGrave’s music ministry continues to bless young and old alike.

Our History

LaGrave Avenue Christian Reformed Church was founded in 1887 by Dutch immigrants as the first English language Christian Reformed Church in the United States. Having grown up in churches who worshiped in Dutch, a new generation of English speakers wanted a worship service that spoke the language of their new country and addressed the concerns of their city. Since that time, LaGrave has flourished in the heart of Grand Rapids. Our church has always been a warm family of believers who care for one another. We’ve also been a congregation eager to bless our community.

Over the years, LaGrave members have played instrumental roles in establishing several charitable organizations, additional churches, mission organizations, and Christian schools. In the late 1950s, our original church building was condemned. With the neighborhood changing, and many other churches moving to the booming suburbs, LaGrave considered whether or not to stay in the city. Ultimately we decided to remain at the corner of LaGrave and Cherry and serve our neighbors. Today, God continues to bless us with new members, new challenges and new life. We believe God intends to keep us busy here for a long time to come.

Leadership

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Sundays at 8:40 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

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