Boundary Training sessions are available for 2025 certification. There are two remaining sessions for Teaching Elders and one session for Ruling Elders.

For questions or assistance, please contact Rev. Annamarie Groenenboom at Agroenenboom@lakemichiganpresbytery.org

Teaching Elder Sessions


September 20 – Kalamazoo First Pine Island Chapel

  • Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST
  • Location: First Presbyterian Church’s Pine Island Chapel, 8882 W Q Avenue, Mattawan, MI 49701
  • Led by: Rev. Dr. Fran Lane-Lawrence, Rev. Kristin Stroble, and Rev. Annamarie Groenenboom
  •  Lunch Provided
  • Space is limited to 35 participants. Please register early to secure your spot.

October 11 – Forest Hills Presbyterian Church

  • Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST
  • Location: Forest Hills Presbyterian Church, 7495 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  • Led by: Rev. Dr. Fran Lane-Lawrence, Rev. Kristin Stroble, and Rev. Annamarie Groenenboom
  • Lunch Provided

Ruling Elder Session


September 13, 2025  – First Presbyterian Church of Battle Creek

  • Time: 1:30 PM  – 4:30 PM EST Following the Stated Meeting of the Presbytery
  • Location: 111 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI 49017
  • Led by: Rev. Annamarie Groenenboom