A Church Plant on North Road
Cornerstone Church sits on North Road in Clyde, Michigan, a small community in St. Clair County not far from Port Huron. The congregation held its first public worship meeting in May 1997, gathering in the gym of Holland Woods Middle School. Five years later, the church moved into its own building at 4025 North Road, where it still meets today. Cornerstone belongs to the Evangelical Free Church of America, an association of about 1,600 congregations across the country, and it shares the EFCA's broader doctrinal commitments.
The church's stated purpose is simple and direct: to help people find and follow Jesus, and to discover and deepen a relationship with Christ. Its members describe themselves as a laid-back, positive, welcoming family of all ages and stages, drawn from many walks of life, with one thing in common: a focus on Jesus.
Sundays at Ten
The Sunday worship gathering begins at 10:00 AM. The service follows a familiar evangelical shape: prayer, congregational singing, Scripture reading, and a Bible teaching. Communion and baptism are observed as part of the church's life together. The dress code is whatever feels comfortable, with no formal expectation. Visitors are encouraged to bring their children, and the building is set up so that kids can be part of the gathering before being dismissed to age-appropriate classes.
The atmosphere is described as friendly and encouraging, with members supporting one another in the Christian journey. For those who cannot attend in person, the service is livestreamed on the church's online platform, on Facebook, and on YouTube, and recordings can be watched anytime.
Kids Zone and a Separate Middle School Class
Children from nursery through fifth grade are dismissed during the service to Kids Zone, the church's Christian education program. The rooms are kept clean and welcoming, and every adult volunteer is background checked and trained. The goal is to help each child find and follow Jesus in a setting designed for their age.
Middle school students in grades 6 through 8 are also dismissed from the adult sermon for their own teaching time. A dedicated team of adult volunteers walks them through the Gospel Project curriculum, a three-year journey that traces the whole big-picture story of the Bible. The church recognizes that this age group is in a difficult stage of life (no longer children, not yet adults) and gives them a space where they can learn at their own level.
Youth Group on Sunday Evenings
Students in grades 6 through 12 are invited to the Cornerstone Youth Group, which meets on Sunday evenings from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. The group exists to help students find and follow Jesus through Bible study, worship, Christian teaching, and shared meals. Throughout the year, the calendar adds retreats, camps, mission trips, and service projects.
An annual winter retreat takes the group to Camp Barakel for a weekend in the snow with worship, Bible teaching, and time to build friendships. The youth ministry is led by Todd and Julie, whose names are listed for parents with questions. Adults who want to invest in teenagers' lives can apply to serve on the youth volunteer team through an online application.
Small Groups and the Growth Track
Cornerstone describes itself as a church of small groups, the primary place where adult friendships and faith grow together. Groups meet at various times and locations throughout the week, combining Bible study, prayer, and practical support. Visitors can stop by the campus Welcome Center for help finding a group that fits their schedule and stage of life.
The Growth Track outlines pathways to spiritual maturity for new and established believers. Foundations 260 is an Old Testament reading plan that walks through the entire Old Testament over the course of a year, with a 2026 edition available for download as a PDF. A program called Called teaches that every kind of work, from preaching to parenting to plumbing, can be a vocation that brings glory to God.
Baptism, Dedication, and Beliefs
Baptism is practiced as a visible sign of belief. Cornerstone calls it a beautiful promise of salvation for all who call on Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and a joyful way of declaring that one belongs to Him. The church provides a Baptism Booklet and an online application for those who want to take this step, along with a Believe, Baptism, Belong Booklet that walks through the process.
For families with infants or young children, a Parent-Child Dedication program is also offered, with its own booklet and application form. The full statement of faith is available for download for anyone who wants to read the church's doctrinal commitments in detail.
Online Teaching and Sermon Resources
Pastor Peter Foxwell writes Sunday Study Guides that summarize each week's Bible teaching. They are designed for personal study, devotions, and small group discussion, and are posted as PDF downloads along with sermon manuscripts, infographics, and slide decks. A written outline of Sunday's teaching is also made available for those watching online.
The church's YouTube channel hosts past sermons and livestreams, and the Facebook and Instagram accounts carry regular updates. Recommended resources for those exploring Christianity include the Jesus Film, an online presentation called Two Ways to Live, and books by John Dickson, Josh McDowell, Philip Yancey, and Mark Clark.
Getting Connected and Giving
Cornerstone uses Planning Center for its connection forms. Visitors can fill out a contact card, indicate interest in volunteering, or apply to serve with the youth ministry through links. The preferred way to reach the church is by email through its online contact form.
Online giving is available through a secure portal, with gifts supporting the church's ministry and mission. The church is located at 4025 North Road, Clyde, MI 48049, and Sunday School, nursery care, youth ministry, and small groups are all open to newcomers looking to find a place to belong.